Best Christmas Dinners In Leeds

• Location: 1-3 Hunslet Road, LS10 1JQ
• When: November and December 2026
• Price: three courses for £34
• Why we recommend: this is a great value set menu that doesn't skimp on flavour, and we love how festive and cosy the pub feels during the winter months

The Adelphi will be serving up a delicious variety of sumptuous roasts this winter season. Expect plates piled high with succulent cuts of meat, crispy spuds, luscious gravy and lots of veggies. Boasting Christmas decor and toasty fireplaces, it's a top-tier shout - especially when you want a Christmas Day dinner in Leeds too.

Their affordable three-course menu starts off with rosemary and garlic brie wedges or chicken parfait, before you get stuck into roasts or pan-roasted salmon. Save room for dessert, because the sticky toffee Christmas pudding is a real winner.

• Location: Bishopgate Street, LS1 5DY
• When: November and December 2026
• Price: three courses from £36
• Why we recommend: this is a great choice for larger parties, thanks to the option for private hire and their choice of buffet or set menus, and they pour a cracking pint too

One of the best places for a family Christmas dinner in Leeds city centre, The Scarborough Hotel not only dishes out heavenly roasts, but also party-perfect buffets. Sink into a cosy leather booth and sip refreshing pints from the bar, before indulging in spreads full of festive favourites.

Get stuck into the likes of shallot and camembert tart tatin, hand-carved turkey breast with all the trimmings and hearty nut roasts, before finishing on classic Christmas puddings. For something a little more exclusive, they've also got a private room which can seat up to 40 people.

• Location: 3 Albion Place, LS1 6JL
• When: November and December 2026
• Price: three courses for £43
• Why we recommend: this stylish restaurant bar offers some of the best cocktails to go with your Christmas meal, featuring unique concoctions like a Jerry's Biscoff Shake

The Lost & Found Leeds Club in the city centre or Greek Street offers a winter wonderland affair with their festive menu. We're talking three-course menus showcasing roast turkey breast, pan-fried seabass and a spinach, butternut squash and cranberry tart.

The venue features high ceilings and warm lighting, with a stunning indoor tree in the centre. And while you're tucking into your Christmas pudding, be sure to peruse their excellent cocktail menu too - our favourite is the popcorn old fashioned.

• Location: 1 Church Row, LS2 7HD
• When: November and December 2026
• Price: three courses for £40, or two for £36
• Why we recommend: this historic pub creates a warm, homely feeling for the festive period, particularly when you've got a glass of mulled wine in hand

If you're on the hunt for the perfect Christmas dinner in 2026, 19th century boozer The Lamb and Flag caters to all tastes. With an inviting dining room of exposed brick walls as your backdrop, you can tuck into a magnificent sit-down meal, complete with three courses for £40.

Begin with cured mackerel or roasted celeriac and truffle soup, before diving into plates of roast turkey wrapped in bacon, wild mushroom and chestnut risotto or beef shin with smoked mash.

• Location: Unit H28 The Light, 70-72 The Headrow, LS1 8EQ
• When: 10th November 2026 to 1st January 2027
• Price: three courses for £46.50
• Why we recommend: Browns Brasserie & Bar nails the sophisticated vibe without being stuffy or overpriced, and their collection of Champagne is fantastic too

The Browns festive menu delivers year on year; these guys really know how to do a merry meal right. Whether you're popping by for a yuletide-themed drink or fancy a full-on feast, this is fab spot for Christmas lunch in Leeds 2026.

Their seasonal menu features everything from duck liver parfait to cranberry-glazed pork belly and root vegetable nut roast, with a complimentary glass of sparkling wine for every guest booked between 10th and 30th November. Plus, they're serving five courses for £105 on the big day itself.

• Location: 14 Park Row, LS1 5HU
• When: November and December 2026
• Price: three courses for £40, or two for £36
• Why we recommend: we think it's impossible not to have a good time at Slug and Lettuce, thanks to their cracking cocktail deals and quirky twists on classic dishes

Slug and Lettuce is ideal for enjoying a celebratory meal or booze-drenched work party, what with its foliage-adorned walls, neon signs and cocktail trees. They've got all sorts going on on the festive food front, from themed afternoon teas to bottomless brunches and buffets packed full of tasty bites.

Their sit-down meal starts from £36 per person, including the likes of baked camembert, chicken skewers and a festive cheeseboard burger - with a separate kids' menu available too. Of course, you can also make the most of their two-for-one cocktail offer every single day. Even if you're not near Park Row, you can check out the Boar Lane location instead.

• Location: Vicar Lane, Victoria Quarter, LS1 6BB
• When: 4th November to 29th December 2026
• Price: three courses for £65, or two for £55
• Why we recommend: The Ivy is a globally loved venue that knows how to pull out all the stops for Christmas - from the beautiful decor to the sophisticated seasonal menu

The Ivy is a beautiful place for your get-together with friends or family, as it has vibrant botanical décor, plush velvet seats and pretty plates of seasonal favourites. There's also a vast range of Christmas cocktails up for grabs, so you know you'll be swilling your grub down with the very best themed drinks.

Their premium menu comes with two or three courses, with mains ranging from turkey ballotine with all the trimmings to pan-fried seabass or burrata and red pepper linguine. And for dessert? There's classic Christmas pudding, or their legendary Baileys chocolate bombe.

• Location: 31-33 East Parade, LS1 5PS
• When: November and December 2026
• Price: three courses for £50, including a glass of fizz
• Why we recommend: this sleek space makes for a stunning Christmas dinner, both for the eyes and the tastebuds, and we'd advise you to try the salted caramel brownie for dessert

Looking for Christmas lunch in Leeds city centre? With roasted turkey, squash Wellingtons, 28-day-aged fillet steak and more in stunning surrounds, head down to Blackhouse Gastrobar. Finish it all off with a chocolate orange torte.

It's a pretty stylish space for festive dining as well, thanks to the gorgeous fairy lights and luscious greenery. Expect dimly lit surrounds, filled with plush leather booth seating, dark decor and wooden furniture.

• Location: The Old Post Office, 3 City Square, LS1 2AN
• When: November and December 2026
• Price: three courses from £45
• Why we recommend: the decor here is truly gorgeous, and they've got a brilliant selection of cocktails to go with your three-course feasts

Wanting to book Christmas dinner? Restaurant Bar & Grill's seasonal set menu is to die for, delving out everything from katsu cauliflower to rump steak or classic turkey roasts, with a choice between lunch or dinner.

This pretty space makes for a lovely backdrop, featuring lots of golden decor, high ceilings and large windows letting in natural light. Need a cocktail to go with your meal? The Pineapple Boogie Down is a tropical favourite.

• Location: Unit 32, The Springs, LS15 8ZB
• When: November and December 2026
• Price: three courses from £42
• Why we recommend: if you're not such a fan of turkey, or just fancy something a little different for Christmas, this friendly Italian restaurant is putting a Mediterranean spin on things

For bigger group bookings come seasonal celebrations, look no further than Riva Blu Leeds, who know just how to treat your party. Expect multi-course menus of crowd-pleasing Italian fare, in a welcoming space fronting simple, contemporary decor and bold green leather seating.

Choose between lunch or dinner menus, both offering three sumptuous courses. Expect everything from calamari to butternut squash caponata and baked sea bream fillet, followed by tiramisu.

• Location: Yorkshire House, Greek Street, LS1 5SH
• When: from 16th November 2026
• Price: three courses from £42.50
• Why we recommend: for any cocktail fans out there, this place is serving some of the most theatrical ones in the city - and their international festive menu offers something unique as well

When in need of somewhere for a work Christmas meal in Leeds, consider The Alchemist. That's three courses for £42.50, such as beef bon bons, crispy buttermilk turkey and loaded festive burgers, alongside extensive options for drinks packages.

Be sure to try out their seasonal cocktails too, the perfect accompaniment to your meal. Expect dark, sultry interiors featuring an industrial-style bar and booth seating, both here and at their sister site in Trinity.

• Location: 8 Regent Street, Chapel Allerton, LS7 4PE
• When: 23rd November to 31st December 2026
• Price: three courses from £42
• Why we recommend: we all love to switch things up every now and then, and these Thai feasting menus offer a unique twist on the usual festive proceedings - and the striking interiors certainly help

If a gorgeous Thai meal is what you're after this Christmas, try out one of the three set menus from Sukhothai in Chapel Allerton. These range from £40 to £48 per person, including tasty bites like king prawn curry, deep-fried tofu and chocolate fudge cake.

It's not just the food that's enticing here, as the interiors are beautiful too - think gorgeous floral displays hanging from the ceiling, golden statues and murals on the brick walls.

• Location: 67 Boar Lane, LS1 6HW
• When: November and December 2026
• Price: three courses from £36.95, or £28.95 for two
• Why we recommend: this is one of the prettiest restaurants in the city, and their cocktail selection is excellent. Plus, we can't get enough of their hanging turkey kebabs

Found right in the heart of the city, The Botanist is cooking up a festive feast from just £28.95 per person in the leadup to Christmas. This stunning restaurant bar is filled with floral decor and rustic furniture, evoking the feel of a cosy cottage that's especially wholesome during the winter.

The set menu includes a hanging kebab filled with turkey and all the trimmings, as well as pan-fried salmon and mushroom bourguignon pie. Don't miss out on the festive cheesecake, and be sure to pair your meal with one of their many gin-based cocktails.

• Location: 20 - 24 Woodhouse Lane, LS2 8LX
• When: November and December 2026
• Price: three courses from £22, or two from £19
• Why we recommend: it's rare to find a Christmas dinner for under £20 these days, and The Merchant is offering just that - as well as a top choice of beer

A laid-back pub with cosy booth seating and a dedicated gaming area, The Merchant on Woodhouse Lane is a top choice for festive feasting. Grab a pint from the bar, and pair it with a two or three-course feast for as little as £19 per person - making it one of the most affordable Christmas dinners in Leeds pubs.

Tuck into festive burgers, both meat and plant-based, stuffed butternut squash or a hearty turkey and ham hock pie. What's more, there's a Black Forest cookie sundae for dessert.

• Location: 2 Headingley Lane, LS6 2AS
• When: November and December 2026
• Price: three courses from £25, or two from £21
• Why we recommend: whether it's for a casual meal or private hire event, this place knows how to host a cracking Christmas meal, and it's very affordable too

The Hyde Park Hotel in Headingley is a fantastic choice for a Christmas feast with friends, offering a relaxed and vibrant atmosphere. This pub features cosy spaces and a heated beer garden, perfect for winter festivities. 

Indulge in two courses from £21 per person, or three from £25 and tuck into the likes of pigs in blankets-topped pizzas, festive smash burgers and cranberry tofu skewers.

• Location: Unit C, 34 Boar Lane, LS1 5DA
• When: November and December 2026
• Price: three courses for £40
• Why we recommend: this is one of the city's prettiest eateries, thanks to the glowing lights and greenery, and their Indian street food menu makes a change from classic turkey dinners

A stunning space filled with fairy lights, hanging lanterns, entwined vines and whole trees, Mowgli is already an enchanting destination for dinner - let alone when you add in some festive cheer. Grab a rope swing seat for something truly Instagram-worthy, and you can even bring your dogs along.

Expect three courses of Indian street food on the cards, spanning gunpowder chicken, Himalayan cheese toast, two-tier tiffin boxes filled with curry, and desserts too, with a glass of prosecco or mocktail each to wash it down.

• Location: 53 Albion Street, LS1 5AA
• When: 18th November to 24th December 2026
• Price: three courses from £36.95, or two from £29.95
• Why we recommend: we love that their meal begins with a sharing platter - perfect for getting into the festive spirit, and the interiors are a charming mix of elegant and quirky

Make your way to Albion Street to discover Cosy Club, a stylish restaurant bar that's ideal for festive fun. This cool space is decked out in retro wallpaper and quirky portraits, alongside elegant golden chandeliers and dark wooden tables.

Sink into their plush leather seats to enjoy a two or three-course feast, starting from only £29.95 per person. This begins with a sharing platter to start, featuring mushroom arancini, butterflied prawns and pigs in blankets, before you indulge in seasonal pies or herb-crumbed fillets of salmon.

• Location: Level 5 & 6, Trinity Centre, 70 Boar Lane, LS1 6HW
• When: November and December 2026
• Price: three courses from £52
• Why we recommend: with festive fine dining, epic rooftop views and a heavy sprinkle of Christmas cheer, CrowdedHouse is hard to beat

Add a touch of class to this year's Christmas dinner under the renaissance-style murals of CrowdedHouse. For just £52 per person, you'll get three courses, suitable for groups of ten or more people.

Get stuck into plates of smoked haddock crumpets, maple-roasted parsnip, slow-cooked pork collar and eggnog creme brulee. For some extra festive sparkle, book a table on the heated rooftop to see the city lights in all their glimmering glory.