LIFE is slowly starting to return to ‘normality’ and lockdown restrictions are gradually lifting. hospitality venues will be reopening next week.

According to Boris Johnson’s lockdown roadmap, outdoor pubs, restaurants and many other hospitality venues will be allowed to reopen from April 12.

While many of these venues have been offering takeaway and delivery service, there is nothing like enjoying a hot meal or drink at the venue itself.

Customers will be served outside and they can meet in a group of up to six people from different households.

We have already taken a look at the pubs and bars reopening this month and now it’s time to take a look at the local restaurants and cafes also getting ready to reopen their outdoor area.

Here are just eight Bradford district restaurants and cafes that are opening their outdoor areas this April:

1. Jinnah, Leeds Road

According to the restaurant, they are planning to open their outdoor to the public as long as lockdown restrictions ease as planned.

They are a great place to visit if you want your first meal out to be a flavoursome Indian curry.

(Facebook/@JinnahBradford)

Karahi chicken and biriyanis are just some classic items on the menu- but they also sell less conventional dishes such as curried lamb chops and burgers.  

2. The Terrace Café Bar and Bistro, Bingley Road, Saltaire

(Facebook/ @theterracesaltaire)

The Terrace café  is taking bookings for April 12 and beyond, subject to restrictions easing as indicated.

They currently have seven tables outside and are preparing for the day when they will be opening their doors to the public; they will also be open for beers and cocktails.

Burgers are just some of the popular dishes on the menu, as well as house made French Onion Soup with gruyere crouton

3. Lunch Monkey Café, Highgate Heaton, Bradford

This café specialises in fresh and homemade food.

They serve hot and cold sandwiches, burgers, omelettes, puddings as well as daily specials.

Lunch Monkey Café has two outdoor tables- one with four seats and one with six.

They are operating on a first come first serve basis and not taking bookings at the moment.

4. Q Gardens, Stadium Road

Q Gardens is a beautiful Venue, Bar, Restaurant & Snooker Hall.

They are also the only rooftop bar in Bradford, seating around 25 people at a time.

On a Facebook post, Q Gardens said: “We are due to open our doors on Monday 12th April at 12pm.

“Food will be served from 12pm with a reduced menu.”

Fish and chips, pizza and succulent-looking burgers are on the menu.

They are encouraging customers to book a table online at the earliest convenience.

5. The Loft Café Bar, Main Street, Bingley

The Loft Café and Bar is another establishment hoping to open their outdoor facilities to the public.

They offer delicious-looking cooked food and bakes goods.

Paninis and sandwiches are some classic items on the menu but they also sell full breakfasts and the daily specials are always changing.

They also sell a variety of drinks- but the unique café is also licensed to sell alcohol if a tea or coffee just isn’t strong enough.

6. The 6 Acres Famous Carvery Dining, Westgate Hill Street, Tong, BD4 0SF

(Facebook/@the6acres)

In the mood for a carvery? If so, you’re in luck as The 6 Acres Famous Carvery is planning to serve customers outdoors from April 12.

In a Facebook post they wrote: “We will be opening our outdoor tables for all of our lovely guests to come back and join us.”

“Although the ‘substantial meal’ is no longer a requirement for a drink, we will have a fabulous new menu and cocktails too.”

Each guest will have up to two hours per booking and you can secure your table by dropping a message to the company’s Facebook page.

7. Bread and Roses, North Parade, Bradford

This is Bradford’s only cooperatively run Bradford workspace and community venue- and they are reopening on April 12.

They serve vegan food and soups, salads and toasties are just some items on the menu.

(Facebook/ @breadandrosesbd)

In a Facebook post they wrote: “We'll be serving takeaway food and drinks from the 12th April, or you can use one of our new outdoor seating areas to enjoy our tasty vegan treats.”

8. Café Liza, Grove Business Centre

From April 12, you can sit outside this café and enjoy a hot beverage.

(Facebook/ @CafeLiza)

While you are there, you need to treat yourself to one of their cakes or pastries.

Their caramel slices and apple cinnamon cheesecakes look irresistible.

Which local businesses are you going to support when lockdown restrictions end?