Propolis Co FOOD LAB + APOTHECARY - Leicester

Hywel M.

The best place to eat in Leicester is how Propolis is best described.

Serving unique dishes from the best ingredients, this restaurant also focuses on the personal well-being that food can bring.

Situated on the edge of the city centre, Propolis has created a truly unique dining space. It is hard to believe it is in Leicester.

With group tables, this creates a friendly space between diners, with a relaxing space for children also.

Rarely do I compliment music at a restaurant, but their choices are excellent.

On several visits, there have been some sublime dishes, with lamb being the primary meat in many of the dishes.

The bone broth was probably the best thing I have tasted this year so far.

Desserts here are wonderful but not overly sweet with the use of natural sugars and sparing creaminess. One feels healthy, having eaten them, especially the light pancakes made from unexpected ingredients with great textures.

The owners cook and serve the food themselves with friendly elegance, which is hard to come by.

Of all my reviews, this is the restaurant I enjoy coming back to time and again, and I thoroughly recommend you come and try this outstanding establishment.

Zainab T.

In short, food done right. Food made with intention, purpose & love. I had extremely high expectations upon visiting & they most definitely did not disappoint. Simple food using the best seasonal produce treated with the utmost respect. You can't get better than that. The love & dedication is heavy, our experience was nothing short of 5* & we cannot wait to return again & again. Let's not forget to mention the aesthetics, it's like walking into a Victorian vintage home, everything I absolutely love, we felt right at home & nothing can beat that feeling. Well done to the husband & wife duo, watching your journey unfold is a beautiful one to watch 🤲🏾

Katie F.

Thanks so much for the incredible brunch. The kids play corner went down a dream. The train set was especially well loved! I could tell my boys felt instantly comfortable. A home from home if you like. That’s what pours out of your place…a subtle, authentic nurturing home from home. Only, I wish I could cook like you. Perfection 🤩

Amanda P.

Bank holiday Monday brunch! Wow, what an amazing hidden gem in the heart of Leicester. Welcoming staff and amazing food prepared with detail and love. Prepare for your taste buds to tingle with zinging flavours that are prepared before your eyes.
Laid back vibes and comfy chairs all add to this ambiance.

A K.

A fantastic, unique and much needed hidden gem in Leicester serving fresh, organic and delicious food. The service is absolutely amazing and the place gives you a homely atmosphere. It's basically like going to a relatives home to eat. You won't be disappointed.

Z.A

Incredible food! We are so lucky to have this in Leicester. Everything is top notch, healthy produce with incredible flavours. Both mains and dessert. And that tea! Could drink it by the bucket load. Such an inviting, sociable place to eat and chat to people. Staff are lovely. My go to!

Muhammad Y.

Lovely fresh organic food and lovely staff with a natural ambience. We had the Lamb lasagne and tagine which were delicious 😋. They also have a kids area with books and toys.

Abdul R. D.

What a beautiful little gem in Leicester we've discovered. I had been following brother Mohamed Bouaziz for many years, due to his desire to create the best of ingredients being a nutritionist. With all this, I was super excited and boy did it not disappoint. We ordered the following:

- CRISPY LAMB MINCE (Black sesame humous, poached eggs, spicy apricot harissa jam with homemade labneh served with sides and sourdough)
- TURKISH EGGS two poached eggs on a bed of in Haus zataar- labneh creme, chili oil, harissa, sun- dried tomato pesto, pickled gherkin/radish, organic radish sprout, pomegranate molasses, roasted pumpkin seed's, sumac, fresh dil, toasted sourdough.
- FRENCH TOAST INSPIRED PANCAKE (served with fresh berries, raspbery compote, local whiped cream, date molasses and organic cacao nibs)

The flavours from all were hitting different notes. The chef really understands the ingredients, from balance between heat to sweet and sharp flavours across the dishes. We were told today's special was kidneys and although we weren't planning on eating, after finishing we ordered them on their own without eggs/sides. What an amazing decision that was! They were served with date molasses, which took the flavours of the kidneys to a new height.

As the others have said in previous reviews, the ambience in the dining room is phenomenal. From lighting, to decor, it's very inviting, family friendly and calming which makes it all a surreal experience.

In the day and age where takeaways are opening every other week, it was so lovely to see Propolis open and we pray it grows strength to strength as they fully deserve credit where it's due.

A beautiful experience, which we'll be going back to for sure.