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Arti offers some south Indian fare such as dhosa and idli as well as the more standard Indian dishes; warning - the starters are huge and really delicious.

Arti started his restaurant a couple of years back, is very friendly, keen to find out what the customer thinks. This boy's going places! It's a hard act to follow - we've moved to a different city and still looking for an Arti replacement.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15866 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15475
There are many very, very good curry houses in Leeds and Bradford, but the Sheesh manages to serve food that's up there with the best. The service always tips the scales in the Sheesh's direction though.

Key dishes to try include the prawn puri starter, and either the fish balti or sheesh gosht karahi with a side order of cauliflower and aubergine. I've tried most of the menu and have yet to have a bad meal there.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15475 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11500 All with prompt but unobtrusive service.

Seated by a tropical fish tank, which was entertaining. All for £50 - great value and well recommended.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11500 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11347 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11347 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11272 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11272 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11175
Cheap with mains at less than a fiver and starters about £2. Friendly staff and a convivial atmosphere when it's full. Keeps funny opening hours though, its open through the day but closes at 10pm.

Worth popping into the Victoria Hotel just along the road afterwards for a swift one.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11175 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11159
Staffed by possibly the smiliest gents I have ever seen or met. Not massive portions by some standards, its all about the flavours, which are consistently a notch above other curry houses around and about. Still a proper good feed though, and all at a belting price.

Raja's has almost a permanent place in the Leeds Good Food Guide.

There are many many other ethnic eateries along the same road (Roundhay Road) so it's worth a look if you're not bothered about Raja's, but there are no bars in the area (except for a well dodgy Irish bar).

If you crave booze give me a knock, theres always beer and wine in the fridge, and I live just round the corner from Raja's.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11159 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11158
Reasonably priced too. Separate daytime and evening menus.

Another excellent place to either start a night or just to have a few quiet bevvies in.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11158 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11157
Does do food but I haven't indulged yet as it's always been rammed to the gills when I've been, usually late in the night.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11157 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11156
Well recommended cocktails too. Open until 4am.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11156 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11155
As can be expected, busy on a weekend, but good for a quiet drink and a light snack when you're knackered from shopping on a Saturday.

Usually has live acts on in the week.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11155 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11154
Always guaranteed an 'eclectic' mix of clientele due to the prices (read: winos, students, alternative types, office workers, a proper cross-section), but that also guarantees a cracking laugh.

No jukebox, no tellybox, you actually have to talk to your mates. One night when I was in one room descended into an informal football trivia quiz, with about 20 people all nattering away and throwing in questions.

Does do food, cheap, but I've not had the pleasure yet.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11154 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11153 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11153 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11152 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11152 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11151
Original Victorian fixtures and fittings. Food is of a good standard and there are a myriad of rooms to get yourself lost in. A quality place to start a night, or for a quiet(ish) drink if you don't fancy having a massive bender.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11151 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/10233 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/10233 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9257 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9257 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/6767 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/6767