Francesco Mazzella moved from London to Leeds in 1994 and started the Casa Mia group of restaurants, which have over time built a reputation for their cuisine and service setting a trend for the eating out scene in the region. The Millennium is the group's flagship restaurant and features a coffee bar, deli, licensed bar and restaurant based on two floors including extensive al fresco dining.

Start with thin slices of cured beef served on a bed of rocket leaves with parmesan shavings and truffle oil and king tiger prawns roasted with garlic, white wine, lemon juice, olive oil and fresh ginger. For main course order trio of fresh fish cooked with white wine, lemon juice, garlic, extra virgin olive oil and fresh rosemary and supreme of chicken cooked with a creamy white wine and mushroom. Those who prefer pizzas can choose from the large selection available.