Indian street food brand looking to expand after butter chicken fame

A colourful restaurant brand is eyeing bold expansion plans as it continues to ride the wave of a city-wide boom in Indian street food.

- by James Connolly

The Cat's Pyjamas, which has three branches across Leeds, has become a firm favourite for fans of bold flavours, with authentic dishes served alongside craft beer in vibrant, dhaba-style surroundings.

Zulfi Hussain, the 63-year-old entrepreneur behind the chain, said that soaring demand means new branches could soon be opening their doors.

"We are looking at growing the brand with potential new sites," he revealed. "I've even been exploring beyond Leeds.

"Before I took over, there were branches in York, Harrogate, and Sheffield - and people are constantly asking me when we're coming back to those cities. I think the demand is definitely there."

With a menu originally created by Michelin-starred chef Alfred Prasad - famed for his work at Tamarind in Mayfair - The Cat's Pyjamas offers comforting street food dishes that are full of spice and distinctive flavour.