Where to Break Your Fast in Leeds: Iftar at MyLahore

Why This February Ramadan Feels Different

Earlier iftar times change how we experience Ramadan. Breaking fast at 5pm means we’re not battling exhaustion through long evening hours, but it also means our days feel shorter, our worship more compressed. There’s something humbling about maghrib arriving while colleagues are still finishing their workday, a reminder that our priorities lie elsewhere this month.

For families, these earlier times are a mercy. Children can break their first fasts without struggling until late evening. Parents managing school runs and work commitments find it easier to gather everyone together. Students can refuel earlier and return to their studies or head to Taraweeh prayers without feeling completely drained.

The shorter fasting hours don’t make Ramadan any less significant. If anything, they remind us that the month’s blessings aren’t measured in hours of hunger but in the quality of our worship, the sincerity of our dua and the effort we put into becoming better Muslims.

At MyLahore Leeds, we’re ready when maghrib arrives. Our kitchen understands the flow of Ramadan evenings, the rush after adhan, the quieter moments between prayers, the groups arriving after Taraweeh looking for something warm before heading home.

What Makes MyLahore the Right Choice for Iftar

Choosing where to break your fast carries weight during Ramadan. You need complete trust in what you’re eating, an atmosphere that respects the sanctity of the moment and space that accommodates your family’s needs. Our Leeds restaurant holds a 5 star food hygiene rating and every single dish is certified halal, no exceptions, no doubts.

Prayer facilities are available for those who want to pray maghrib before eating. We understand that some prefer to make salah immediately, while others break their fast with dates and water first. Both are part of the Sunnah, and our staff work around whatever approach your family takes.

The space feels welcoming rather than overwhelming. Large tables suit extended families and community groups, quieter areas accommodate those seeking a calmer iftar, and the atmosphere shifts naturally throughout the evening as different groups arrive and depart. We’ve hosted Islamic society iftars where students pool their money for a shared meal, multigenerational families marking special occasions, and individuals simply seeking the comfort of breaking fast among fellow Muslims rather than alone.

For those travelling from across West Yorkshire, our Bradford restaurant and Bradford delivery service offer the same experience closer to home. Families in the Midlands and North West will find similar hospitality at our Birmingham, Manchester and Blackburn locations, all maintaining the same halal standards and community focus.

The Iftar Menu: Nourishment After a Day of Worship

Breaking your fast is a moment of gratitude, and the food should reflect that. At MyLahore, iftar begins as it should with dates and water, following the Sunnah of our Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ). What follows draws on the home cooking and flame grilled traditions that define Pakistani and North Indian Muslim cuisine, prepared with the care this blessed month deserves.

Light Starters to Ease You In

Your body needs gentle reintroduction to food after hours of fasting. Traditional samosas, both meat and vegetarian, offer familiar warmth without overwhelming your system. The Meat Samosa Chaat layers crispy pastry with chickpeas, potato, cooling yoghurt and sweet imli sauce, providing multiple flavours and textures that awaken your appetite gradually.

Onion Pakora and Fish Pakora deliver savoury, crispy bites that satisfy without filling you too quickly. When you’re sharing with family or a group, these work beautifully as communal dishes where everyone reaches in, tastes together and the conversation flows naturally around the food.

Flame Grilled Favourites

The smokiness of flame grilled meat carries something primal and satisfying, perfect for the main part of iftar. Our Chicken Seekh Kebab and Meat Seekh Kebab arrive charred and fragrant, the kind of food that reminds you of Eid celebrations and special family gatherings. Flaming Chops on the bone offer richness for those who want something more substantial.

Malai Tikka, with its cream and cheese marinade tempered by green chillies, appeals to all ages and heat tolerances. Families often build a mixed grill selection, creating a shared spread where everyone takes what they need. The open flame cooking adds a sensory element, the aroma and theatre making even a simple weekday iftar feel worthy of this blessed month.

Curries and Biryani for Comfort

When you need something warming that feels like home, the curry section delivers. Butter Chicken’s creamy tomato base provides comfort without heaviness. Lahori Chicken Karahi tastes like something your mother or grandmother would make, cooked with the traditional spice blend and finished with fresh ginger and coriander.

Biryani, whether the classic version or the Dum Biryani with its theatrical bread crust, carries memories of celebrations and family meals. Served with your choice of cooling raita or rich curry sauce, it’s substantial enough to carry you through Taraweeh prayers without feeling weighed down.

Our vegetarian curries like Channa Karahi and Daal Tarka ensure everyone finds something suitable. If you’re hosting a mixed group with different dietary needs or preferences, these dishes stand alongside the meat options with equal depth of flavour.

Drinks to Refresh and Restore

After a day without water, proper hydration matters. Mango Lassi provides that creamy, cooling restoration your body craves. Fresh mocktails offer a fruity lift, while Doodh Patti Chai, made with Yorkshire tea, milk and cardamom, bridges the gap between iftar and the rest of your evening.

That cup of chai becomes the pause that extends sohbat, keeping family and friends at the table a little longer, deepening conversations that only seem to happen during Ramadan when time slows down and priorities shift.

Sweet Endings

Dessert at iftar is optional, but when earlier maghrib times leave a full evening ahead, something sweet can round things off. Fresh Waffles with strawberries and chocolate feel celebratory. Falooda, with its rose syrup and kulfi, taps into nostalgic desi flavours that connect us to our heritage.

Warm puddings like Gajrela with Ice Cream or Chocolate Sponge Pudding with custard provide comfort, especially welcome during these colder February evenings when something hot feels particularly soothing.

How to Book Your Iftar Table

Ramadan evenings get busy, particularly on weekends and as we approach the final ten nights when the atmosphere intensifies and everyone’s seeking Laylatul Qadr. Booking ahead ensures you have the table and timing that works for your family or group.

Call the restaurant directly to reserve. The team will ask about your group size, preferred time and any seating needs. Larger parties of eight or more should mention numbers upfront so we can arrange appropriate space. Families with young children often prefer slots immediately after maghrib, while groups of friends or colleagues might book slightly later once the initial rush settles.

Raise any dietary requirements, allergy concerns or accessibility needs when you book. Our kitchen regularly accommodates allergies and specific requests, and staff can guide you through menu options. If someone needs step free access or has mobility considerations, we’ll ensure suitable seating.

You can also reach out through our contact form or check our FAQs for general information about bookings and group dining.

Planning Group Iftar at MyLahore

There’s special barakah in breaking fast together as a community. Whether it’s a work team, university Islamic Society, masjid group or extended family, group iftars create bonds that individual meals simply don’t.

MyLahore Leeds accommodates various group sizes, from intimate gatherings of six to larger parties that fill a section. Group bookings work well with set menus or sharing platters, letting everyone taste multiple dishes without the complexity of individual orders. The Combo Platter works beautifully as a shared starter, while ordering various curries and grills family style turns the meal into a communal experience.

Pricing for group iftar can be discussed when booking. Some groups prefer a fixed price per head, others order individually from the full menu. Both work depending on your budget and the formality you’re seeking.

Corporate iftar events and larger community gatherings can be arranged. If numbers exceed our restaurant capacity, By MyLahore provides catering for events held elsewhere, maintaining the same quality standards for weddings, corporate functions and community iftars.

Making the Most of Your Iftar Experience

Arriving five to ten minutes before maghrib lets you settle, order and have dates and water ready for the exact moment of adhan. Some families pray maghrib at home or a nearby masjid before coming to eat, others use our prayer facilities to complete salah first. Both approaches honour the Sunnah; choose what fits your family’s routine and level of comfort.

If you’re bringing non Muslim friends or colleagues to experience Ramadan hospitality, don’t worry about formalities. The atmosphere welcomes everyone. The essence of iftar is generosity and gratitude, extending to all who share your table.

The blessing of eating together takes on deeper meaning during Ramadan. Sharing food after a day of fasting and worship reminds us why these meals matter beyond nutrition. It’s about connection, gratitude and pausing in our busy lives to recognize Allah’s (SWT) blessings.

For those heading to Taraweeh after iftar, lighter meals or quicker service might be necessary. Let the team know if you’re working within a tighter schedule, and we’ll accommodate without making you feel rushed.

Beyond Iftar: MyLahore Throughout Ramadan

While iftar is central, MyLahore Leeds serves the community throughout Ramadan. Whether you need suhoor meal preparation, midday shopping via Ranges by MyLahore, or simply lack energy to cook after long Taraweeh prayers, our delivery and collection services bring the iftar experience home when dining out isn’t possible.

As Ramadan progresses and your routine settles, you might find yourself returning regularly. Some customers have their go to orders, preferred tables and familiar timings. That familiarity becomes part of your Ramadan rhythm, a small tradition within the greater tradition of this blessed month.

Stay connected through our Facebook, Instagram and TikTok for Ramadan specials, extended hours or community events. Some years we partner with local masjid or charities for special iftar gatherings, with announcements shared on social media first.

Your Iftar Awaits at MyLahore Leeds