House of Koko - Leeds City Centre

In the buzz of Leeds City Centre, House of Koko welcomes guests into a warm, inviting space built for lingering. It celebrates the city’s eclectic brunch culture as a true community hub, where families, friends and new mums can unwind over rounds of strong coffee and easy conversation; casual yet lively, and effortlessly accessible.

The kitchen draws on Levantine and Mediterranean cues for bright, herb-laced flavours. Think shawarma-spiced almonds glossed with blossom honey, grilled savoy cabbage on hummus with an Aleppo chili crisp, and crispy seabass lifted by malfouf salad, anchovy mayo and capers.

From the grill comes whole or half chicken bright with lemon and za'atar, alongside a 12oz sirloin steak sharpened with zhoug and a grilled Rosario pepper. Sides keep things sprightly—batata harra potatoes with green pepper and Aleppo mayo, and a pea fattoush of pea, baby gem and crisp pita. To finish, chocolate crèmeux with tahini, cardamom pistachio crumb and olive oil sits happily beside the Orange and Shay Portokalopita with labneh.

Laid-back and sociable, it is the sort of city-centre bolthole that hums with conversation and good cheer. Set a date, bring your appetite, and let House of Koko put a Levantine spring in your step.