CAFE BRIGANTE

Cafe Brigante is an independent Italian haven in Leeds that’s about as charming as they come. The tiramisu here is legendary, and if you haven’t tried the pistachio coffee, are you even living? Silvia Canecka raves about the fresh-focaccia and creamy tiramisu, and honestly, who can blame her? This cafe doesn’t just do average; it does ‘I’ll be dreaming about this later’ food.

Despite a few minor hiccups with staff not quite mastering the art of customer interaction, the flavorful dishes and laid-back atmosphere make it a solid pick for your coffee fix. The pistachio tiramisu? A must. Just don’t expect Michelin-star service, and you’ll be just fine.