Rooftop New York-inspired restaurant to launch in Leeds

Restaurant group D&D London is launching its latest Leeds restaurant, East 59th.

The group’s fourth site in Leeds, East 59th will open at the top of the £165m Victoria Gate on 14 July.

It is taking up 5,400 sq ft of the VG rooftop, opening just weeks after the group’s third Leeds site, Issho, opened up in the same space, right next door.

East 59th is named after the street in New York where you can find D&D’s venue Guastavino’s.

Paul Rogers, senior general manager, said: “Leeds’ nightlife scene is incredibly diverse and we’re excited to add something different to the offering with a New York-inspired rooftop bar and grill.

“East 59th comes hot on the heels of the launch for our stunning Japanese bar and restaurant Issho, and the two distinct venues are unique in their own way, offering something for everyone.”

Executive chef Lee Murdoch, of Crafthouse and Angelica, has created the menu. He said: “It’s been really fun experimenting with New York classics and giving them an East 59th twist.

“Guests at East 59th will get a true taste of the New York food scene and we’re sure our cocktails and desserts – including our special sundae – will prove particularly popular.”