Independent Indian Street Food brand, Rola Wala, is marking its 10th anniversary with a massive giveaway kicking off today, celebrating the brand’s commitment to bringing authentic Indian flavours to fans across Leeds, and beyond.
From the brand’s official birthday (Tuesday 12th November) and running until Tuesday 26th November, the brand will run an exclusive giveaway – with ten coveted black cards up for grabs for lucky fans; one for every year the brand has been offering up its true Indian street food flavour experience.
Following the huge success of its launch in Manchester last year, garnering massive queues to be in with a chance of winning, this time, Rola Wala has announced an even bigger giveaway – granting ten winners free naan rolls for an entire year.
But that isn’t all, as every person entering will receive an exclusive discount on their next visit, with Rola Wala offering Leeds’ best value lunch deal: its iconic footlong naan roll, or large curry bowl priced at just £4.95, exclusively available to those who sign up to it’s ‘Spice Club’ loyalty scheme – making lunch officially sorted!
With ten years on the market satisfying hungry locals, shoppers and students alike, Rola Wala delivers a true Indian street food flavour experience unlike anything else available on the high street – aiming to offer a perfectly balanced mix of all five tastes: sweet, salty, sour, bitter, and umami in every bite.
Using fresh, house-made food with low-calorie & protein-packed ingredients, transformed by spice like vibrant salads, house-made chutneys, and grilled meats, the menu reimagines Indian classics in a buzzy, modern format, offering with an authentic, big-flavour twist. Alongside the brand’s big hitter (and dubbed ‘London’s Best Wrap’ by Rita Ora) the customisable foot-long naan roll – Rola Wala also offers up warming curry & rice bowls and unique naan tacos, all customised to order.
The venue’s build-your-own concept allows diners to choose their own filling, offering classic butter chicken curry, rich Nagaland lamb, Rola’s charred chicken tikka or vegan chickpea masala mains that combine perfectly with fresh salads, herbs, pickles and chutney. For those still feeling peckish, Rola Wala’s range of unmissable sides includes crispy masala fries, Rola rings and Rola cookies.
Rola Wala began as a passion project to introduce the vibrant flavours of Indian street food to the UK, having originally started life as a humble market stall in East London. The brand gained immediate recognition following a remarkable debut at the Southbank Food Festival, where it sold out thousands of portions, showcasing the strong demand for authentic, fresh Indian flavours.
The brand has become a prominent presence at major festivals and markets across the country. In 2014, it took a significant step by opening its first brick-and-mortar location in Leeds. Over the past decade, Rola Wala has captivated diners with its carefully curated menu, which balances health and indulgence while showcasing the vibrant, bold flavours of India. This approach has won the hearts of customers, critics, TV chefs, and even Hollywood, featuring in the movie “Burnt” (2015) starring Bradley Cooper, on Rachel Khoo’s “Kitchen Notebook: London,” and making a cameo appearance on Jamie Oliver’s “Friday Night Feasts.”
After facing immense challenges during the Covid-19 pandemic, founder, Mark Wright, fought to keep the kitchen of his Leeds venue operational, working with minimal resources. He managed the business with just one staff member, handling cooking, cleaning, and serving throughout this uncertain time. Now, with two brick-and-mortar locations, the brand is thriving once more and has established itself as a high-quality fast food option featuring authentic Indian flavours.
Founder, Mark Wright, commented, “We’re really excited to be celebrating 10 years of Rola Wala by giving back to our communities in Leeds with this huge giveaway.
As we come into our second decade of business, we are entering a new era, where we’re committed to combining our street food DNA with a vibey ‘fast hospitality’ food experience, driven by our passion and a relentless focus on quality service – shown by our launch in Manchester last year; a city that perfectly matches our energy and ambition. It has been a flavour-packed journey so far an it is far from over!”
To participate in the 10th-anniversary celebrations, simply sign up for Rola Wala’s ‘Spice Club’ loyalty scheme here from Tuesday 12th November for a guaranteed discount on your next visit and to be in with a chance of winning free naan rolls for a year!
Rola Wala is located at Trinity Kitchen, Leeds, 27 Albion St, LS1 5AT. To keep up to date, follow Rola Wala on Instagram @rolawala and enter the competition here: www.rolawala.com/10years.