Romantic Bars In Leeds

You're in for a stylish date night of drinking at this award-winning gem. If you can find it, that is. Hidden behind an inconspicuous door along Call Lane, The Maven is a great pick of romantic secret bars in Leeds, creating refreshing twists on traditional pours. 

Want to spice up your usual romantic date night bars in Leeds? Look no further than the vibrant Latin vibes of CASA. Flaunting a menu of Colombian, Venezuelan, Peruvian and Mexican bites, alongside a lively bar with live music and DJs upstairs, it's got everything you could ask for.

Champagne, anyone? Browns Brasserie & Bar is the perfect venue to drink bubbles, taking in the dramatic high ceilings, historic features and opulent detailing of its interiors. Better yet, this beaut spot offers up a boozy bottomless brunch, including an indulgent lobster Benedict.

Okay, so Polynesian-inspired Tiki Hideaway is a little more fun than romantic. But if you're the kind of couple to forgo the mush, then this Call Lane venue is for you. There's cutesy booths, puffer fish lights, authentic South Pacific furniture, and bartenders wearing Haiwiaan shirts who'll set your cocktail alight in front of you.

Known for different flavours of their namesake drink and other signature or classic cocktails besides, Dirty Martini is a great place to have drinks with your beau. Snap Insta pics by those iconic angel wings while you're at it too.

Set to score you serious brownie points, The Cut and Craft is a beautiful bar if we ever saw one. It's the perfect place to romance that special someone, featuring luscious indoor trees and golden accents, not to mention delish beers, wine and a unique range of signature cocktails.

Housed inside the historic Hepper House, Iberica is a great choice out of all the bars for romantic first date ideas in Leeds. A gorgeous Spanish restaurant on the surface, head downstairs with your boo to uncover La Bodega - a stunning basement wine joint with over 70 bottles of Spanish vino and authentic tapas to snack on.

After romantic Greek Street Leeds bars? Manahatta is the cocktail den bringing a slice of the Big Apple to the city. Take your boo to this sleek bar and toast over an old fashioned or two, as you watch it transform into a popular party destination come the weekend.

Looking to wow your crush? The Lost & Found will certainly do the job, as it's one of the most romantic cocktail bars in Leeds thanks to stunning decor and curious tipples. Take your pick from honeycomb vodka, jasmine tea syrup and banana chip-infused rum concoctions.

Making the list of the best romantic bars in Leeds city centre, The Alchemist also delivers on the romance front. Boasting swoon-worthy views, a roof terrace and theatrical tipples, this cocktail lounge has gained a name for its smoky drinks and attention-grabbing interiors.

Located in Leeds, The Botanist is an excellent place for food and drinks with your other half. Boasting floral decor and vintage interiors, it's the perfect plot to cuddle up and sip on strawberry and elderflower mojitos, alongside some light nibbles or mains.

Lay on the charm offensive with a trip to Veeno, a classy wine bar renowned for having some of the world's best bottles. Make a special night of it with their tasting experiences, offering five different glasses for you and your beau, accompanied by a sharing platter and tiramisu.

Classic drinks, chic furnishings and cityscape views to boot; SkyLounge is, arguably, the fanciest rooftop. Situated on the 13th floor of the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel, this popular spot is ideal for a sunset date, whether you're working your magic on the outdoor terrace or one of their tables.

An evening at this Call Lane speakeasy will see you sipping on liquors distilled on-site in a 30-litre copper pot. Sounds pretty intimate, right? Jake's Bar & Still Room is well worth a visit to check out some of their acclaimed spirits and seasonally-changing drinks menu.

Shears Yard may look unassuming from the outside, but step inside and you'll find a gorgeous bar and restaurant. Setting the scene with cool interiors, the Wharf Street eatery is sure to please with a seasonal drinks menu and homemade liquors. Plus, there's an outdoor terrace for the warmer months.

Searching for a romantic bar in Leeds? Having been named as the 9th best cocktail den in the country, Vice & Virtue is an obvious choice. Drinks are whipped up from locally-sourced and foraged produce, while the interiors have been inspired by the Prohibition.

If your other half is a cocktail enthusiast, look no further than Blind Tyger. Bartenders at this Victorian-themed joint are serious pros, using some of the world's best ingredients to whip up incredible concoctions. Expect unusual mixes of celery bitters, mint stalk syrup and green tea kombucha, topped off with a hefty dose of rum. 

Boasting views for days from their sky-high Victoria Gate perch, Issho is one gorgeous choice of romantic rooftop bars in Leeds. It's whipping up original cocktails and packing plenty of sake too, which you can enjoy on its own or with their Japanese sharing plates.

A heavyweight in Leeds' cocktail scene, The Watermark is offering two different date night spaces for the price of one. Upstairs, comfy couches and tables are matched with a menu of classic cocktails, small plates and charcuterie boards. Whilst downstairs, you'll find a more slinky scene and a selection of highball or lowball libations.