Graduating from university is an amazing achievement that calls for a celebration with family and friends. At Blue Pavilion, we think there’s no better way to do this than by indulging in delicious Asian cuisine in an ambient dining setting.
For just £38 per person, your friends and family can be taken on a journey through exquisite Chinese meals, right from starters, main courses, sides to desserts, with refreshing drinks along the way. With a glass of complimentary prosecco or a special cocktail, you’re sure to let your hair down as you celebrate your graduation.
Situated In The Heart Of Leeds
Our restaurant is situated right in the heart of Leeds city centre, with 5 major universities and several colleges, and we’re nestled near close links to the train station, shops, hotels and many other amenities. The main universities, including Leeds Beckett University and University Of Leeds, will see thousands of students throwing their graduation caps into the air and flocking to restaurants as they celebrate their achievements with family and friends. At Blue Pavilion, our combination of expert food presentation, luxury restaurant ambiance and delicious authentic recipes will certainly make a night for lasting memories if you’re one of these students graduating this year.
Not only do we see many Leeds students come to our restaurant, but we also welcome other new graduates from across the country to celebrate their years of hard work, as well as international students who want to feel right at home with our authentic Asian dishes.
Our Set Menu
Our graduation set menu is sure to make your night one to remember. After many years of hard work studying at university, you’ll want nothing more than to be treated to a memorable night that’s packed with delicious cuisine. Let’s take a look at some examples of these dishes and why you’ll love them:
Refreshing Cocktails
As a part of our set menu, our special complimentary cocktails make a special treat for you and your friends. Our “Ri Zhong Tian” (日中天) is a citrusy blend of vodka, green apples, limes and soda – certainly a refreshing beverage to cleanse your pallet between courses. This expression literally means “like the sun at its Zenith” which is commonly used to describe someone or something in their prime.
Another refreshing option is the Qing Yun Zhi cocktail (青云志) that’s made from a wonderful concoction of gin, yuzu, lemongrass and tonic. This poetic idiom means “aspiration to rise into the blue clouds” which refers to high ambitions and the desire to achieve success goes – our way of saying good luck to graduates starting their new chapter.
If these cocktails don’t take your fancy on our set menu, we have a wide variety of other delicious drinks from our wine and contains list. For those that don’t drink, we also have a selection of coffees and teas to choose from as well as sodas and juices.
Delicious Signature Main Dishes
Let’s take a look at some examples of our main dishes that you can choose from our graduation set menu. Whether you’re a steak lover or seafood is more your kind of thing, you’ll leave our restaurant with a belly full of delicious food thanks to our main dishes.
Crispy Kung Po Chicken
Our well-loved crispy kung po chicken is a blend of sweet and sour sauces, with tender chicken wrapped in a crispy batter. This main dish is ideal for those who love their hearty meat dishes and would like to taste traditional Chinese cuisine. Decorated with a beautiful pink flower, this dish is sure to put a smile on your face on the night of your graduation when served to your table.
Fillet Steak In Mongolian Sauce
This melt-in-your-mouth steak is a fantastic choice for lovers of meat dishes and Asian cuisine enthusiasts alike. Made with a concoction of brown sugar, ginger and garlic sauces, this dish is certainly a unique and delicious choice for your graduation.
King Prawns With Tenderstem Broccoli
Making one of our lighter, more Cantonese style dishes, the king prawns with tenderstem broccoli is a perfect choice for seafood lovers. Completed with large prawns and nutritious broccoli stems, this dish is packed with health benefits and is a very flavoursome choice.
Desserts
From Japanese matcha to vanilla ice cream, our desserts are made with rich ingredients to make your night feel complete. The end of your graduation day just wouldn’t be the same without a delicious sweet treat, so let’s look at some examples of our desserts and what makes them special:
Oreo Matcha Cake
Made from japanese matcha with crunchy oreo pieces, our oreo matcha cake is well-loved for its unique flavours and Asian style. Balancing the subtle bitterness of the matcha with the creamy texture of the cake, this dessert is a great way to complete your night.
Vanilla Ice Cream
A refreshing and lighter option, the vanilla ice cream is a tasty dessert to cleanse your pallet after enjoying main dishes, starters and sides. It’s a classic favourite liked by many – you can’t go wrong with a bit of vanilla ice cream!
Crème Brûlée Delight
Our crème brûlée delight is a delicious gluten free option liked by many. Made with a crisp layer of caramelised sugar on top with a smooth vanilla custard base, this choice is perfect for those who like sticking with their home comforts.
Our Restaurant Ambience: How We’ll Make Your Graduation One To Remember
Fantastic restaurant experiences are not only shaped by the chef’s recipes, but also the service and the ambience of the dining setting itself. When booking your graduation celebration, you want it to feel special and memorable – that’s why we take pride in the aesthetics of our dishes and our overall restaurant atmosphere. Let’s take a look at some of the key things you’ll spot on your graduation night, without ruining the mystery of it all:
Dry Ice Spectacles
Our restaurant is largely recognised for its drama and theatre when unveiling our dishes with dry ice. Many of our dishes are presented on a bed of dry ice that creates a mist that swirls around your table, making your experience unique and instagrammable!
Edible Flowers
Our chefs right here at Blue Pavilion take a lot of pride in culinary art, making food presentation just as important as the taste and the service. Served with decorative flowers and fresh fruits, our cocktails and dishes are an amalgamation of colours as well as flavours.
Robot Waiter
Working closely alongside our friendly staff members, we’ve recently upgraded our restaurant with a new team member: our robot waiter! Bringing some of your dishes and sides to your table, this cool feature ensures you get your meals on time without any hassle.
Beautiful Decor & Lighting
When you enter our restaurant, you’ll instantly notice the beautiful decor that adorns our restaurant space. Featuring colourful faux blossom trees that are inspired by Japanese springs, and touches of modern lighting that changes colour throughout, your after party pictures will look incredible in our restaurant.
To learn more about our restaurant’s decor and ambience, why not read our article on how Blue Pavillion creates a relaxing and cosy atmosphere for guests?
Book Our Private Dining Settings
Do you fancy a bit of karaoke? After posing for photos in your graduation cap and gown all day, let loose and have a laugh with your friends and family members in our VIP Jade room. Hosting up to 14 guest with full table service, you can sing the night away while enjoying delicious meals and drinks – it’s certainly a memorable experience!
Alternatively, you might be after a quieter, more exclusive dining setting that’s away from the rest of the restaurant. Named after precious gemstones, our Amber and Ruby Areas make cosier dining settings, giving you a chance to catch up with university friends or spend time with family without any interruption.
Book with us in advance to secure your spot as these are very popular for parties and celebrations!
Book With Us Today
We hope you have a better insight into where you might want to spend your graduation party. Whether you’re booking on behalf of someone who will be graduating this summer or you’re organising your after party yourself, Blue Pavilion will certainly make a night to remember.
Use our Dojo booking service to book your table or call us on 0113 887 6888 for more information. For terms and conditions when booking, take a look at our reservations page and email us at info@bluepavilion.co.uk if you have any questions. We can’t wait to see you soon!
