Hern — Restaurant in Leeds

We had a great meal there last night- our daughter booked it but didn't realise Wednesday nights were a la carte as the rest of the week is a tasting menu. Aside of that the food was superb from a limited menu but nothing disappointed us- we chose 4 different starters and shared between us with us all ordering our own mains- all satisfied with our choices. Desserts even though full we shared 2 desserts and a cheese course- again all went down well. Good drinks selection and the service was exceptional even though the front of house guy was just covering as the owner was away on holiday. Small restaurant with just 18 covers and 3 staff- 2 in the kitchen and the front of house guy- we were never left waiting for anything- they all were certainly on the ball. For the quality it was a good price- £60 pp Inc drinks and gratuity. Definitely be back for the...

We went here with high hopes but didn’t think the experience matched the reviews so far. The two times we called to book we were told rather abruptly (rudely!) that there were no tables. We thought that was a good sign at least that the food was good. It was generally ok, main meal very small and the service felt rushed - you really do literally have the table for a set time. Whilst the price is ok for the four courses, you inevitable end up buying wine and the best part of 200 pounds later for two people, you’d think the service would be a little better - waitresses didn’t do a great job of pretending to be interested in talking to customers. Black Market food in our view is much better, as is the service. That said, it may have been an off day at Hern as clearly there’s many reviews...

This was my first visit to Hern, which I was surprised to discover had been going for around six years. How have I missed it?

I went with friends and had the small menu of four courses for £45 per person. Wine flight was optional as was a cheese course.

The food was delicious and unusual in its ingredients, with us asking our waiter what it was we had eaten. "Pangrattato" been one such element. The dessert got a comment from my friend of "this is a showstopper." This was strawberry ice cream with strawberries and fig leaf granita. The ice cream being homemade. The whole meal was light and I left feeling happy, satisfied and not uncomfortably full. It was a really nice evening with good food.

It is, however, not a cheap night once you add drinks and a gratuitie. Well worth it in my...