LAVANTA RESTAURANT · NORTH LEEDS

Mediterranean & Turkish Dining in Leeds

Fresh Mediterranean flavours, charcoal-grilled favourites and warm hospitality in the heart of North Leeds.

WELCOME TO LAVANTA

Food prepared with care. Hospitality from the heart.

At Lavanta, we bring together the generous flavours of Mediterranean and Turkish cooking with the warmth of genuine hospitality.

From freshly prepared meze and vibrant salads to seafood and dishes from the charcoal grill, our food is made with quality ingredients, bold flavours and the care that comes from years spent in professional kitchens.

CELEBRATE AT LAVANTA

Private Dining & Celebrations

From birthdays and anniversaries to company dinners and family celebrations, we can create an occasion around you and your guests.

Choose from a relaxed sit-down meal or a generous buffet, with menus tailored to your group, occasion and budget. For larger private bookings, exclusive use of the restaurant is available with no separate venue-hire fee.

Planning something special? Talk to us about entertainment, a DJ, drinks and a menu designed specifically for your celebration.

Enquire About a Private Event

CHRISTMAS 2026

Christmas at Lavanta

Bring your Christmas celebration together around good food, drinks and great company.

Whether you are organising an office Christmas party, a festive dinner with friends or a family celebration, we can tailor the occasion to your group.

Choose a sit-down meal or buffet-style celebration, with private use of the restaurant available for larger groups. Tell us your preferred date, group size and budget and we will help put together the right package.

Enquire About Christmas

OUR STORY

A Leeds restaurant built around food and hospitality

Since opening in 2015, Lavanta has been proud to welcome guests from across Leeds and beyond. Many of the people who first visited us as customers have become familiar faces and valued regulars.

Chef Proprietor Orhan Girgin brings together years spent in professional kitchens with a straightforward philosophy: use good ingredients, cook with care and make people feel genuinely welcome.

Whether you are joining us for dinner, bringing family together or celebrating a special occasion, our aim is simple — for you to leave looking forward to your next visit.

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