When it comes to booking a restaurant for a group meal in Leeds, we've made the decision easier, by bringing you some of the best options in the city. Bookable, and easy to get a table at, these restaurants are great for that all-important family meal, a birthday celebration when it comes around, and special occasion dinners alike. We've found you affordable options with pizza, but luxury options with Champagne too, making group bookings for you, your friends and family alike, a lot easier.
One of the most gorgeous venues in the city, The Botanist can be found on Boar Lane in the city centre. Expect beautiful floral decor and vintage ornaments, paired with rustic wooden furniture.
They serve up some of the finest cocktails in the city, with a heavy focus on gins. As for food? Expect their signature hanging kebabs featuring everything from chicken to halloumi, alongside burgers, Sunday roasts and brunch plates.
In a beautifully refurbished pub and restaurant on the outskirts of Shadwell, Ego is just a short distance from Roundhay Park and Tropical World. A go-to spot for delicious Mediterranean food, the menu spans everything from French, Spanish and Italian to Greek and Moroccan.
With all kinds of dishes made for sharing, you and your pals can tuck into the likes of chargrilled steaks, kebabs, fresh fish and seafood, pizza, pasta and paella. To wash it all down, there's a top notch choice of local cask ales and cocktails.
Inspired by the grand first-class waiting rooms of 19th-century Indian railway stations, Cinnamon Kitchen has plenty of room for relaxed or rowdy group dinners. With a British-Indian fusion of a menu designed by Executive Chef Vivek Singh, there's something to keep everyone smiling too.
We're talking traditional curries and pub grub classics with a twist, from lamb rogan josh shepherd's pie to tandoori Scottish venison rump. The drinks list is just as intriguing, packing in signature cocktails and worldly wines and spirits.
One of the best restaurants for groups in Leeds city centre, Reds True BBQ can be found on Cloth Hall Street. The venue itself is simply decorated, with rustic wooden furnishings, and there's long bench-style seating that's ideal for big groups.
Munch your way through a menu of glazed baby back ribs, mac 'n' cheese balls, big barbecue trays and even a smashed beef burger served in two doughnuts.
Recognised as one of the Top 100 Indian restaurants in the UK and the Top 3 in Leeds and Yorkshire, Kerala Canteen has some serious cuisine calibre. Near Leeds Playhouse and BBC Leeds, its serves up the vibrant energy of South India's toddy shops in the centre of the city.
The menu here is made for sharing, packing in everything from Indian tapas and thali to deliciously creamy curry bowls. Can't decide? Choose the group set menu for a little taster of everything.
Flaunting stunning golden interiors decorated with artistic ceiling displays and Buddha statues, Sukhothai is a vibrant Thai restaurant on South Parade. Expect a sophisticated atmosphere, whether you're coming for a group dinner or bottomless brunch.
Their menu is all about rich, authentic flavours, featuring everything from deep-fried soft shell crab to grilled pork strips in oyster sauce or pineapple and mushroom stir fry, alongside classics like green or red curry.
Head to The Springs to discover Riva Blu, a charming Italian restaurant that's perfect for a mid-shopping trip meal. Watch as chefs cook wood-fired pizzas in the open kitchen, while relaxing in their vibrant green booths surrounded by white brick walls.
Tuck into the likes of crispy truffle arancini, mushroom and vegetable ragu fettucine, crispy pancetta pizzas and much more, paired with refreshing spritz cocktails.
The Met Hotel has welcomed guests to its grand dining hall for over a century. Today, its newly refurbished art deco-style interiors are the backdrop for long, large lunches over risotto, Mediterranean seabass and ribeye steak.
Your group will find plenty to keep you entertained over on the drinks menu too. Expect an expertly curated choice of wines, cocktails, craft beers and bottles of bubbly, plus classic and hard to find spirits.
Located in the Old Post Office building on City Square, Restaurant Bar & Grill is a grand, spacious eatery that's ideal for large groups. There are circular leather booths where you and your pals can relax, as well as high ceilings and hanging lampshades illuminating the space in a golden light. There's also a sunny terrace outside for the summer months.
The kitchen is whipping up a wide variety of British, European and Asian dishes - we're talking wagyu sirloin steaks, miso black cod, grilled halloumi burgers and so much more.
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If it's group dining in Leeds city centre you're after, then head to Mean Eyed cat on Merrion Street. Inspired by Johnny Cash, this cool bar and restaurant has been around since 2015, styled like an American dive bar and open seven days a week.
Snack on tasty pizzas topped with everything from cheeseburgers to shredded barbecue jackfruit, paired with cracking cocktails. They offer a free pizza with every drink from 5 to 9pm, and if you roll a six on their dice you'll get 25% off your bill.
Planning a night out with the whole crew? Bibis has been Leeds' go-to destination for group dining since 1974. This spacious, authentic Italian restaurant in the city centre offers the perfect high-energy atmosphere for large parties, thanks to its striking 1920s Art Deco decor and famous weekly 'Showtime' events.
Whether you're singing along to live tribute acts or kicking off a Friday night party, your group can indulge in scratch-made cocktails like Limoncello Mojitos. Want a fun group activity? Book their £40-per-person cocktail masterclass, which includes two drinks and nibbles for everyone.
With outposts on Greek Street and in Trinity, The Alchemist is a quirky restaurant bar that makes for a fun meal out with friends. Their scientific-looking drinks are beautifully presented, served with smoke or even changing colour.
There's lots of great food to enjoy too, ranging from fluffy bao buns to katsu curry and loaded halloumi flatbreads. Devour these in sleek, modern surrounds, where they even offer bottomless brunches too.
A pretty place that promises botanical cocktails and the very best of seasonal cuisine, The Lost & Found Leeds Club is situated on Albion Place. It's nestled inside a Grade II-listed Victorian building, boasting antique brass, velvet, and leather furniture alongside an indoor tree that's decorated with fairy lights.
From bottomless brunch to afternoon tea, these guys can cater for all occasions. As for the a la carte menu, expect the likes of barbecue cauliflower wings, hand-stretched pepperoni pizzas and homemade halloumi and red pepper flatbreads.
One of the best group restaurants in Leeds city centre, Mowgli can be found on Boar Lane. Created by celebrity chef Nisha Katona, this authentic Indian restaurant is inspired by street food markets, with a flavoursome menu of paneer tikka, gunpowder chicken and fenugreek-kissed fries to tuck into.
It's not just the food that's exciting here, as their Instagrammable interiors are admired up and down the country. Think indoor trees decorated with fairy lights, hanging rope swing seats and gorgeous greenery.
Flaunting an interior design that combines American diners with German beerhalls, Rita's Beer Hall & Ballroom is a unique space for drinking and dining in the city centre. Relax in comfy leather booths or have a game on the leopard-print pool tables, or head here on weekends for live music and DJ sets.
Nab cocktails for as little as £6.50, or a four-person sharer for £20. As for the food, think pizzas topped with salami, five cheeses or portobello mushroom, sold by the slice or as a 24-inch pizza.
A spacious city centre venue that has got plenty of large tables for groups, Cosy Club promises killer cocktails and an international menu. As for the decor, expect quirky portraits and golden chandeliers, alongside retro wallpaper and rustic wooden furniture.
Take a seat with friends or family to enjoy everything from bottomless brunch right through to dinner. Think king prawn and cod linguine, Thai green tofu curry or a range of hearty burgers, washed down with a Cherry Bakewell cocktail.
A quirky venue on Boar Lane, Pizza Pilgrims is the popular spot that's filled with colourful decor, hanging plants and checkered tablecloths - and there's even a giant flamingo pedalo that serves ice cream.
They're all about cold beers, great cocktails and, of course, authentic Neapolitan pizzas. Dig into doughy slices topped with pepperoni and hot honey, mushroom and truffle or eight different cheeses in one, and don't forget the crust dippers.
Whether you're searching for a boozy brunch with your best mates, a hearty family Sunday roast or even an indulgent afternoon tea, city centre spot Browns Brasserie & Bar is well worth a visit. The relaxed but sophisticated space is filled with plush velvet booths and gorgeous greenery, complete with dramatic high ceilings and large windows.
Sip cocktails and Champagne while you dine, on a seasonal British menu that features everything from sirloin steaks to asparagus and butternut squash curry or halloumi burgers.
A stylish, modern restaurant that's dimly lit for an intimate atmosphere, Blackhouse Gastrobar is a city centre favourite. The open, spacious dining area flaunts dark leather booths and rustic wooden furniture, decorated with pretty greenery.
They specialise in 28 day-aged premium steaks, with plenty of other British favourites to enjoy too - from juicy beef burgers to succulent Sunday roasts. Plus, there are plenty of delicious cocktails to wash it all down.
CrowdedHouse's large leather booths, long dining tables and sharing style menu make for the perfect base for your next big meal. Whether you're catching up with old pals, celebrating with family or letting loose on a work do, there's a spot to seat the whole gang.
The mural-covered ceilings and bright greenery add a touch of elegance to any occasion while the rooftop terrace gives you unbeatable views across the city. When it's time to dine, you can take your pick of tapas-style small plates, prime cuts from the grill and mega mains, from butter roasted cod to celeriac schnitzel.
Looking for a Thai feast that keeps everyone happy? Giggling Squid Leeds is perfect for groups, with a spacious dining area, separate bar, and dishes designed for sharing.
From the fiery Thai green curry to show-stopping giant butterfly king prawns Pad Thai, everyone can explore bold Thai flavours while soaking up the high-ceilinged space in the heart of Leeds City Centre.
