Embark on a Culinary Journey: Discovering the Mediterranean Magic at Fikos Mediterranean Kitchen in West Yorkshire
might not be the first place that comes to mind when you think of Mediterranean food, but the West Yorkshire region is home to an amazing restaurant serving one of the world’s best cuisines. Fikos Mediterranean Kitchen provides its guests with an authentic taste of the vibrant food culture that the Med is known for, and it should definitely be on the radar of anyone visiting the area.
The Fikos Experience
Fikos is more than just a restaurant. It’s a family-run establishment serving authentic Turkish and Greek cuisine with love and pride. The family-run component is an important part of Fikos’ philosophy, and this is reflected in the fact that kids are more than welcome. There’s plenty on the menu for them, too.
The location of Yeadon adds another unique element to the Fikos experience, especially its close proximity to Leeds-Bradford Airport. Fikos is less than a five-minute drive from the airport, so it’s not uncommon to see people from out of town paying a visit. In fact, anybody who needs to fly to Leeds — whether for business or pleasure — would do well to put Fikos at the top of their eat-out list.
Appetisers and Mains
Let’s now talk about the food. Before you select your main course, you can start off with an appetiser. The potato rissoles are a popular choice. Seasoned with Mediterranean herbs, they are crispy on the outside while remaining soft inside. If a seafood starter is more your thing, the grilled sardines will make you feel as though you’ve been transported to the Med for real. There are a few options suitable for kids, including cheese saganaki bites that won’t fill them up completely before their mains.
Speaking of mains, there is a long list of meals. One standout is kleftiko, a traditional recipe where lamb is coated in herbs and slow-cooked until it’s practically falling off the bone all on its own. For something a bit more hearty, try the beef stifado. This beef stew complete with shallots, spices and red wine is a good choice all year round, but particularly in the cooler months.
Two of the best vegetarian mains are Greek favourite spanakopita and vegetarian moussaka. The former features pastry filled with spinach and feta, while the moussaka is a layered dish of eggplant and potatoes, topped off by a creamy béchamel sauce.
The meatballs and chicken nuggets, both served with chips, are favourites when families come in with their little ones, ensuring that all members of the family can find something that they enjoy.
Drinks and Desserts
Wine lovers will be pleased to know that the Mediterranean influence extends beyond just the food. Whether it’s the citrusy Greek Aphrodite that perfectly complements seafood dishes or the Spanish Tempranillo that pairs well with red meat, you will get the full Med dining experience. Beyond wine, there are many beers and ciders on offer from countries like Cyprus and Greece, as well as famous Med liqueurs like Ouzo (Greece) and Sambuca (Italy).
Even if you feel full, try to make some room for dessert. The always crowd-pleasing baklava is an obvious choice, but don’t sleep on the revani. This is a semolina sponge cake with orange and lemony flavours. Fikos even have their own take on a cheesecake, which has proven to be yet another winner amongst guests.
Fikos Mediterranean Kitchen has become an important part of the Yeadon community. It’s authentic and welcoming and gives you a chance to experience the Med without actually being anywhere near it.
