Kino

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   Sarah

   Yorkshire

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 2

   Vegan soup came with a cheddar cheese tuile which has to be returned, my fellow diners had full prawns which had to be de-shelled (not stated on the menu) then had to ask for some lemon water to qash their handa in, serviettes not replaces unless asked, a waitress spilled a full drink of Aperol Spritz over the table which went over my mum, tried to clean it up with serviettes until I suggested getting a mop for the floor, my vegan gnocchi was extremely dry and dense, the steamed broccoli was nice but only a few stalks for £6 seemed steep. The others enjoyed their steak and fish, but presentation was very basic and the staff seemed very undertrained. Having worked for many years in the hospitality sector I could see a lot of ways things could be improved in this restaurant. We weren't offered any recompense for the spillage, which is something the manager would need to be trained in as customer service is very lacking. The waitress very apologetic and I know how these things happen, but it just added to quite a poor experience overall and for which we won't return. Shame really as I was excited about the vegan options. I do also believe we were given the pre-theatre menu containing 4 dishes on each course rather than the a la carte menu which we'd seen online which had 5 dishes per course.
   

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   Ayshea

   Yorkshire

   2 reviews

   3.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 2

   The restaurant was small and there was a draft from the overhead vents. I don’t think the restaurant had the nicest of atmospheres. I prefer somewhere cosier but it was close to the theatre which is why we chose it. The food was really tasty and good portion sizes. We’d booked the pre theatre menu so I was shocked when we were charged full price and the waitress asked me if I’d ensured I’d booked the pre theatre menu. I was a bit annoyed to be questioned which I didn’t think was good customer service. Fortunately the bill was adjusted and I felt £31 each for 3 courses which were good quality was very good value.
   

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   Jayne

   Yorkshire

   5 reviews

   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on November 16, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Really enjoyed this little gem of a restaurant. I wanted something away from the bottomless brunch scene which is taking over everywhere so decided to try here. We visited Saturday afternoon and spent an enjoyable couple of hours. Steak, Seabream, sides, dessert and wine. All exceptional and £60 pp including service charge was v good value as the food was top quality. And ino bottomless brunch crowd to be seen… added bonus 🙂
   

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   Suzanne

   London

   5 reviews

   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on November 13, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We arrived late and on a deadline for a concert. We'd let the staff know in advance and they were extremely accommodating. We just had a main course and it was delicious!
   

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   Melanie

   Jersey

   7 reviews

   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined on November 9, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Fabulous food and great quick service. 3 courses in an hour, perfect for pre theatre. Will return, thank you!
   

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   Julian

   London

   37 reviews

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   4.0

   37 reviews

   Dined on November 8, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Food was generally very good (oysters well presented; celeriac soup delicious); service excellent - will come again.
   

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   Jill

   Manchester

   29 reviews

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   4.0

   29 reviews

   Dined on November 8, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Small menu but good choices. Well presented. Nice portions. Pleasant staff. Lighting needs to be adjusted - felt too bright. Would recommend. Only negative comment about the food - we chose a frangipan dessert and it was more like a piece of cake ….nice but not much trace of almond.
   

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   Ros

   Nottingham

   12 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   12 reviews

   Dined on November 2, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had a pre theatre meal. Excellent value, lovely food and buzzy ambience. Great cocktail list. Thoroughly recommend.
   

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   KinoResponded on November 5, 2024

   Thanks so much for your kind 5 star review, Ros! We hope to see you again soon!
   

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   Jacqueline

   Yorkshire

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on November 2, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This is a wonderful restaurant - and so refreshing in comparison to the 'chain' restaurants in Leeds! Only 3 choices per course means that the food is freshly produced and just wonderful - nothing microwaved here! Would choose to eat here every time we come to Leeds even if not going to the theatre.
   

   KinoResponded on November 5, 2024

   Thank you so much for such a wonderful review! We are so glad you had such a nice evening and hope you visit us again soon!
   

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    Graham

    Yorkshire

    14 reviews

    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4

    This was our first visit and it proved to be very enjoyable. We had the two course menu and the items we selected were cooked to perfection and all very tasty. The service was pleasant and very friendly and the atmosphere was good. We will be returning to Kino in the future.
    

    KinoResponded on November 5, 2024

    Hi Graham, Thanks for your kind review, we hope you visit us again soon! Kind Regards, KINO
    

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