Black Leaf

I’m gutted to hear that Black Leaf is closing but very happy to hear that they’re relocating! The food we had was part of a midweek deal they had in November. When we arrived, which was quite early, it was so quiet that we were the only ones in the restaurant for a while, which felt weird. This place deserves to be busy all the time!

I was close to 3 stars but the staff were great. Cocktails need attention, I hardly ever send drinks back but I just couldn't drink it. Food is good, I did expect better but I think with a few tweaks and some nicer plates and decor they could do really well. Upstairs was much more inviting, softer lighting, better playlist, more relaxed. Downstairs feels a little lost, like they ran out of money. Hope it grows because I wanted to like it more than I did but I will go back in a month or so and see what they have done to improve. Staff were saving grace.

Amazing vegan, no-waste restaurant. We tried about 8 dishes and wasn't disappointed by one. The new menu is incredible - personal favourites were the Guinness-glazed Cauliflower, the spiced Carrot & Parsnip dish and the 'Beef on toast. The restaurant itself is great too, really nice setting and the staff were all great too. The cocktails ruled too.