There have been some refurbishments, rebrandings, reopenings, new openings and, sadly, some that have packed away the menus for the last time.
We said hello to the likes of Lincoln Road’s Turkish Restaurant, the stunning city centre Kathmandu Lounge, Miller & Carter steak house at Alwalton, Lotus in Westgate and even a Wingstop amongst others.
It was sadly the end of the road for long-established favourites such as The Banyan Tree in Westgate and Tavan on Lincoln Road.
But already there are new arrivals to look forward to in 2026.
17. 2025 eating out
Wingstop drew huge queues when it replaced Franco Manca in Cathedral Square, in May Photo: Brad
18. 2025 eating out
In June there were new owners at The King’s Arms in Polebrook. Photo: supplied
19. 2025 eating out
The city centre lost The Stoneworks Bar in Church Street in July Photo: David Lowndes
20. 2025 eating out
Cocktail Bar opened in Broadway in July. It has since closed. Photo: Brad