Cafe Lento

First of all the food is always prepared and served with real care and warmth. The actual dining experience from the food quality to the welcome is really excellent. Plenty of solid cafe standards on the menu, really nicely done at good value, but there are plenty of treats and surprises on there as well if you take a look. All the beverages are really nice. In a lot of cafes, I'm always looking over my shoulder feeling like the owner wants their table back. Although Lento is compact and bijou, I never feel that way here. A good place to meet friends, family or eat alone. I met a friend and her newly born son a few months back and we stayed for hours, but it's also a great spot to refuel after the allotment. The outdoor seating can be fun, even on a bright winters day, and there are always plenty of interesting people in and about

A cozy safe haven for coffee lovers and people who love to support small businesses. Coffee is always on point, with one of the foamiest cappuccinos I've ever had, and breakfast is lush. If you're absolutely starving and need something asap, I'd recommend getting one of their muffins or pastries while you wait. I wouldn't say it's a long wait but good things take time. If you order a full English, expect to wait 10 minutes or so but it will be worth it!!! Trust me - no tinned tomatoes here! Just don't fill up because the full English is huge! For a healthy appetite 😂 (I've come back time and time again for the full English, though I should really give the rest of the menu a try.) Gentleman behind the desk is always kind and ready to crack a joke, very friendly. All are welcome 💕 There's posters by the entrance for a diverse selection of events as well, and the music is always easygoing and timeless. They often have coffee+pastry/cake deals so keep an eye out for that too!

We all love it at lento, its our routine regular and for good reason. Simon is always super attentive and puts a smile on our face, amazing food and coffee, must try the brie and cranberry sandwich for sure. Amazing and friendly atmosphere, it is always a safe space for any demographic. If your in headingley, definitely worth a visit

Lovely local cafe. Really nice staff. Their helpful attentive service means they are naturally dementia friendly. We all enjoyed lovely coffees & I had a delicious omelette (very reasonably priced) when I visited with both younger & elderly relatives. Will bypass the chains & come here when I'm in the area in future.