
Hooleos
Quick info
About Hooleos
On Town St in Leeds, Hooleos is a Mexican restaurant with around 20 covers, and evenings include karaoke. The menu runs from chorizo nachos to a green salsa chicken burrito, a mixed meat dish served with tortillas, pollo tostada, and beef mole, alongside margaritas and micheladas at the bar. The room works for group bookings and celebrations, given the small size of the space. Reservations are recommended, since the limited covers can fill up. It opens daily.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree of charge street parking · Parking
- DietaryVegetarian options
Menu & Prices
39 dishes- V-Rice Stuffed Courgette
- V-Rice Stuffed Peppers
- Molletes Con Chorizo And Cheese
- Melon Con Jamon Serrano
- Spicy Chorizo In Vino
- Con Pollo
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention karaoke nights, passion fruit margarita, chorizo nachos and michelada.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention karaoke nights, passion fruit margarita, chorizo nachos and michelada.
Customer Review Summary
Karaoke that caps off the night comes up again and again, turning meals into celebrations, including one visitor's 80th birthday where even a first-timer to Mexican food joined in singing. Close behind is the food itself, with reviewers repeatedly calling it authentic and generous, naming standouts like chorizo nachos, the green salsa chicken burrito, pollo tostada, beef mole, and a mixed meat dish with tortillas. The drinks draw praise too, particularly the passion fruit margarita and the micheladas. Several describe the owner and staff as warm and welcoming, making regulars out of first-time visitors, and a few note the space is small, suggesting booking early since it holds around 20 covers. The evening consistently closes with that shared karaoke moment bringing groups together.
Customer Review Summary
Karaoke that caps off the night comes up again and again, turning meals into celebrations, including one visitor's 80th birthday where even a first-timer to Mexican food joined in singing. Close behind is the food itself, with reviewers repeatedly calling it authentic and generous, naming standouts like chorizo nachos, the green salsa chicken burrito, pollo tostada, beef mole, and a mixed meat dish with tortillas. The drinks draw praise too, particularly the passion fruit margarita and the micheladas. Several describe the owner and staff as warm and welcoming, making regulars out of first-time visitors, and a few note the space is small, suggesting booking early since it holds around 20 covers. The evening consistently closes with that shared karaoke moment bringing groups together.
Featured reviews
- Bethany Barrie
“What an amazing place!!! Booked for my birthday as a group of 7 and the food was outstanding, some of the best Mexican food we've ever had. The whole place was such a good vibe from the decor to the drinks to the staff. And then karaoke came out and it just really made all our nights and my birthday really fun and special. Thank you so much to the staff for making such an unforgettable amazing night for us all ☺️”
- Pan Bhat
“We visited as a family-and-friends group and had such a brilliant time at Hooleos. The décor is vibrant and full of character, and the food was absolutely delicious. Portions are very generous — we definitely should have shared! The highlight of the night was the karaoke at the end. It brought everyone together and created such a fun atmosphere. Even my father, who is 80 and had never tried Mexican food before, loved it and joined in. That says everything. A fantastic spot for groups, celebrations, and anyone who enjoys great food with a lively vibe. Highly recommended.”
- Stephanie
“Cannot recommend this place highly enough! The food is out of this world delicious, very authentic along with the whole vibe. We had chorizo nachos, the green salsa chicken burrito which is enormous & a very tasty mixed meat dish with tortillas. The staff are really friendly, love the decor & can’t wait to eat there again. *Apologies for not taking photos, we couldn’t wait to get tucked in!”
- Kate A
“Great night at Hooleo’s. Made to feel really welcome. Food is lovely and the michelada’s were delicious. The karaoke just topped off the evening and the staff were fantastic.”
- Jon Wiltshire
“What a perfect little gem of a restaurant! Wow and a taste explosion of authentic Mexican cuisine. It’s only small so book early maybe 20 covers ! The food is amazing and I’d highly recommend 🙏 thanks so much ❤️ see you soon 🇲🇽🌮🌯🫔”
Hours
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Highlights
- Great dessert
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Popular for solo dining
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
Amenities
- Free of charge street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Vegetarian options
- Alcohol
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- Casual
- Beer
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Spirits
- Dessert
- Offerings· 3
- Cocktails
- Small plates
- Wine
- Facilities· 1
- Toilet
- Planning· 1
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Dining options· 3
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Table service
- Crowd· 1
- Groups
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Atmosphere· 2
- Cosy
- Trendy
- Parking· 1
- Parking
Location
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HooleosVegetarian options · Reservations | 4.9183 | — | — | karaoke nights, passion fruit margarita, chorizo nachos |
| La Fonda | Spanish Tapas Restaurant & BarGood for kids · Reservations | 4.6363 | 0.4 mi | £20–30 | all you can eat tapas, £25 per head value, garlic mushrooms |
| Bramley FisheriesWheelchair accessible | 4.7610 | 1.8 mi | — | large fish and chips, curry sauce, scraps |
| Pearl Dragon | 4.2155 | 2.1 mi | £1–15 | salt and pepper chips, crispy seaweed, drunken mixed meat noodles |
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