Welcome to Zucco
At Zucco, Italian dining transforms into a lively experience, blending tradition with a modern touch. Nestled on Meanwood Road in Leeds, this family-run gem excels in sharing plates reminiscent of Italian tapas. Guests rave about the fresh pizzas, crispy arancini, and beautifully crafted mains like the posh parmo and perfectly judged calves liver, all served in a warm, inviting atmosphere. The space showcases a stylish design, featuring a black and white tiled floor and a modern open kitchen that enchants diners with its culinary artistry. Whether indulging in coffee and rich lemon tart or sampling daily specialties, Zucco promises a delightful gastronomic journey.
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603 Meanwood Road Leeds LS6 Hotline: 0113 224 9679
Welcome to Zucco, a delightful addition to the vibrant dining scene in Leeds, located at 603 Meanwood Road. This distinctive Italian restaurant shines a light on the beauty of shared dining and hearty family meals, offering a modern interpretation of classic Italian cuisine.
As you step into Zucco, you'll be greeted by an ambiance that seamlessly blends tradition with contemporary design. The playful black and white tiled floor and elegant panelled ceilings create a cozy yet upscale atmosphere. The open galley kitchen adds a unique touch, allowing diners to witness the culinary craftsmanship that goes into each dish.
Customers rave about the family-friendly service that characterizes Zucco. The experienced front-of-house team, made up of a lively family atmosphere, ensures that every guest feels at home. Whether you’re dining with children or enjoying a night out with friends, the staff's calm and attentive service guarantees a relaxed dining experience.
The menu is where Zucco truly shines. Think of it as an Italian tapas experience, perfect for sharing. Here are some highlights:
- Starters: The arancini are delightful—crispy on the outside and cheesy on the inside, making them utterly moreish. Also, don't miss the crostini with anchovies, which showcase quality ingredients.
- Main Dishes: The restaurant’s interpretation of the classic parmo is a must-try. Additionally, the beautifully cooked calves liver is impressive, and the fritti misto is so good that it's often ordered in extra portions.
- Salads: Made with fresh mozzarella and ripe tomatoes, the salad paired with walnut pesto is a refreshing addition that excites the palate.
- Desserts: Finish your meal on a high note with a rich lemon tart or a well-crafted coffee, both of which have left customers longing for a return visit.
Locals rave about Zucco as a wonderful place to gather, whether with family or friends, as shared plates encourage conversation and camaraderie. And remember, the menu changes slightly each day, so there's always something new to discover.
In conclusion, Zucco is not just a meal; it's an experience that captures the essence of Italian dining. With its inviting atmosphere, attentive service, and delectable food, it's a culinary journey well worth embarking on. Make sure to book your table in advance; you won't want to miss this gem in Meanwood!
A really fantastic family lunch. I am clearly not paying attention because I had no idea this place had opened. There were 10 of us dining, 3 of those being children. Most of the table had been before and advised to think of it as 'Italian tapas', which I would say is a good plan. On entering the space there's a clear nod to tradition with a modern feel: the black and white tiled floor, panelled ceiling, spaces set for dining at the bar. The bar runs into a modern open galley kitchen, with calm activity and dishes appearing as if from nowhere. I did wonder if there was more kitchen we couldn't see as it's seemingly tiny space for food to keep appearing from! I also approve of the panelled ceiling - hard surfaces can make for one unholy din in a busy restaurant, and I can happily report that the acoustics are softened by this feature. I'd guess that it's a family team on front of house. We were assured that the young lad bringing our drinks was 15, but he doesn't look a day over 12. Service is calm, friendly and unfussy. Things are done 'proper', water is poured and nothing is too much trouble without there being a song and dance about it. The food was a definite highlight for me. We ordered a number of dishes as a table, including fresh, crispy pizzas and flatbreads as starters: arancini (little deep fried rice balls) were crisp, just cheesy enough and horribly moreish: crostini with anchovies showed off the good quality ingredients. Mains featured what is basically a posh version of the north east classic, a parmo :D which went down very well with my boyfriend; beautifully judged calves liver which even though I can once again confirm I don't like liver, was tasty enough that I can appreciate how good it was; fritti misto was so popular we ordered an extra portion; a lovely mozzarella and tomato salad with walnut pesto featured both proper mozzarella AND ripe tomatoes, hurrah. I recommend leaving room for dessert, in particular a coffee. I'd come back for the coffee on it's own. The lemon tart I had was rich and with proper pastry, not too thick to showcase the rich lemon curd like filling. I think I'd enjoy this place most with a group, as it means I'd get to sample more dishes. I think the menu changes slightly each day, so always worth trying something new. Definitely ordering as a table and sharing worked well for our table, although there's no reason you couldn't reign in your greed and come by yourself or with a friend. Highly recommend you do!
Great menu. Good choice of dishes very well cooked and presented. Must remember to book next visit. This restaurant is a great addition to Meanwood. Check it out