Bars In Leeds

Leeds may be ranked as a 'gamma world city', but it's also ranked as one of the most cracking places to go for a night out in the UK. A hubbub of hedonistic activity and brimming with all sorts of lush, liquid locations, the city is here to satisfy any and all needs. Whether it's for tiki tinkerings, tapas boozing or speakeasy supping, Leeds bars know a thing or two about keep those bellies stocked and those cheeks grinning. Check out our recommendations for the best bars in Leeds.

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Last updated on 14th November 2024




Rita’s Beer Hall & Ballroom, Leeds

Rita's Beer Hall & Ballroom is a lively bar on Woodhouse Lane that offers something for everybody. It's designed like a beerhall with long wooden tables to gather around, but it's the cocktails that are the real star of the show here - alongside the leopard print pool tables, of course

Their giant 24-inch pizzas are always popular, topped with everything from spicy nduja to portobello mushrooms and blue cheese. Plus, you can expect a regular lineup of live music, sports and reality TV screenings.

Tiki Hideaway

2 for £15 cocktails till 9pm! and 2 other offers

Bursting at the Hawaiian seams atop Call Lane Social is one of Leeds' most loved tiki bars. A wonderland or bamboo interiors and flambé cocktails, those needing a wee dose of sunshine know where to head. Hailed as one of the best cocktail bars in Leeds and brimming with tropical concoctions, young sprites and party people head down to Tiki Hideaway for a dose of something a little different.

The Malt Brewhouse

Get your pint poured from countless draft lines or try a cask ale that's been brewed on-site at The Malt Brewhouse in Horsforth. With hand-stretched pizzas and nibbles too, you won't go hungry while watching the footie or becoming the champion of shuffleboard. 

Veeno Leeds

When it comes to wine bars in Leeds, there's only one name for it, and that's Veeno. This Wellington Place branch comes at you not only with charcuterie bites and delicious sputini, there's a whole roster of wine bottles and tastings to go around. 

Be At One Leeds Greek Street

With delicious cocktails, sumptuous wines and an eclectic mix of worldly beers all served up at the bar, it's hard to look past The Liquorist as anything other than a boozy emporium. There's plenty of tipples to suit all tastes, and a choice of fresh salads, steak dinners and fabulous burgers for the foodie. A warm and inviting all-rounder found right at the heart of Leeds city centre.

Manahatta Greek Street

Boasting a slice of New York life, Manahatta in Greek Street and Headingley brings a dose of the Big Apple to Leeds. One of the coolest bars in town, not only are there spicy chicken burgers, triple cheese pizzas and sizzling steaks to be found here, you can't miss the hardy selection of two for one cocktails and craft beer either. Even better? These guys offer a delicious bottomless brunch too.

Smokestack

A New Orleans inspired nook with the antics to match, Smokestack is a rooting tooting joint for any and all juice hankerings. Speakeasy inspired supping where cocktails are dashed with a dose of southern-styled spirits, Smokestack not only bring South American to this fun tie party bar in Leeds, there's live music antics, regular dance floor beats and more. 

Fearns Leeds

Fearns is a sustainable. modern restaurant and bar located within Leeds Dock, with its name deriving from Fearns Island. It fronts a cool, sleek forest green tiled bar with golden panelling that happens to sling out some seriously tempting cocktails. Organise a meet-up with friends or head here on a casual date to get your lips around a spicy mango margarita or a ginger and apricot whisky hi-ball. 

Call Lane Social

Doing exactly what it says on the tin, Call Lane Social is not only a Call Lane bar, it's a social one at that too. Boasting raw interiors amongst the bright lights of its signage, Call Lane Social is everything you should expect from a party hearty boozer with charm. From walls dosed in vintage bits, to an affordable drinks menu, Call Lane Social is calling. You'd better pick up.

The Maven

One of the most secret bars in Leeds and one of its most favoured speakeast lairs, The Maven simply dares you to find it amongst the hubbub of Call Lane antics. Known for their vintage charm and outlandish cocktails, The Maven make each cocktail a piece of art, whether that's tucked into a cutesy teacup or garnished with petals, those with a penchant for creative drinks need this Leeds cocktail bar in their repertoire. 

Mean Eyed Cat Leeds

Roll the dice to get 25% or 100% off your bill. Available everyday 5-9pm! and 1 other offer

The Mean Eyed Cat is one of the most unique bars in Leeds city centre, bringing a cool Deep South-inspired style alongside a whole range of quirky cocktails and pizzas (which come free with your drink). If that wasn't enough? You can also bag discounted drinks at the roll of a dice, literally.

Blind Tyger

A broody wee booze joint where waistcoat clad bartenders and flocked wallpaper comes as standard, Blind Tyger is just the juice joint for those with vintage hankerings. One of the best cocktail bars in Leeds and brimming with a cocktail menu that most bars would envy, Blind Tyger will whip up concoctions the likes of a sweet tooth supping Popcorn Mai Tai, a Bloomsbury Blitz and more.

Neon Cactus

The flambé of cocktails, the flickering of flames, the hankerings of hipsters and the back bar brimming with international bottles. Neon Cactus is a Mexican themed bar in Leeds with attitude and antics on its side. Whether you're tucking into small plates brimming with South American yum, or watching the bartenders mix your creative concoctions, Neon Cactus is pumping and proud.

Tapped Leeds

Tapped care about two things: craft beer and pizza. They take their beer seriously, with vats of beer in the venue proper, and they have over 27 on draft, including 14 craft keg beers and 13 cask ales. Alongside the over 100 bottled beer, they deliver delicious pizzas made with fresh dough every day – and they include their beer in the recipe.

Revolution Call Lane

A bar you can rely on for any and all night out hankerings, Revolution Call Lane is a hot tot trot party palace of affordable food and plush plonk. With its modern tidings, cool interiors and bustling crowd, Revolution not only serve up a fresh selection of cocktails and classic bottles of beer, there's cocktail masterclasses for those brave enough to try the art of mixology.

Belgrave Music Hall & Canteen

It's time to talk summer, and if anyone knows how to handle it, it's these folks. A veritable playground of food and fun, the Belgrave Music Hall is one of the most beloved events spaces in Leeds. Whether you're tottering over for their street food stalls, enjoying their warehouse hankerings or sunning it in their garden brimming with cutesy tricks, Belgrave is the ultimate in Leeds hipster haven. 

Bundobust

While you might visit casual eatery Bundobust for the delicious Indian street food, they've got another trick up their sleeve: craft beer. So whether you're here for dinner or to sample some of the tastiest beers around, Bundobust has something for you.

Angelica

A sophisticated destination boasting some of the best views in the city, Angelica is a must for those looking to add a more upscale note to their night out in Leeds. From their stunning island bar and sixth floor balcony boozing, to a variety of cuisines just waiting to garnish your plates, this Trinity Leeds destination will suit plenty of hankerings, especially if there's bubbly involved.

Oporto

A lush lair of hot dogs, international beers and sweet treats, Oporto is a Call Lane bar with Leeds cool under its belt. Boasting a mahogany edge with flecks of vintage circus shab, Oporto are famed for their cool interiors, laid-back party nights with the likes of Dead Young Records and Communion in tow, cracking cocktails and wondrous weekend romps.