Best Restaurants In Leeds

With a whole host of popular sites across the country, Slug and Lettuce are clearly onto a winning formula. The stylish interiors, happy hour cocktails and crowd-pleasing menus all help to give the Park Row beauty, and its Boar Lane sister, that edge.

Purveyors of flame-cooked meats and craft pints, Reds True BBQ are cooking up summertime vibes all year long. Enjoy a hefty spread of beef brisket burgers, crispy jackfruit wings and smoked pork crackling, all washed down with old fashioneds.

Chaophraya is offering up meaty, vegan and veggie Thai food alongside snazzy interiors. Settle into its plush booths or hire out the sunken-seated private dining room to munch through an exciting menu of fragrant fare.

Championing all things chicken, Absurd Bird is your one-stop shop for wings, waffles and tenders. Perfect for a speedy lunchtime bite or a wallet-friendly meal with mates, this crowd-pleasing Leeds restaurant also caters for vegans.

For gorgeous riverside views, beaut burgers, loaded pizzas and a whole lotta craft beer, head over to Water Lane Boathouse. Perched on the edge of Leeds' Canal Wharf, this relaxed spot is a guaranteed winner for summertime lunches and after-work drinks.

Home to Michelin-recommended Ox Club, Headrow House may look like a cool beer hall and roof terrace, but it's also a great place to have a bite. Here, you can eat food from the solid-fuel grill restaurant, which showcases the best of Yorkshire's seasonal produce.

You really can't go wrong with a trip to Blackhouse Grill. The contemporary restaurant oozes cool with its sleek interiors and fantastic menu. Chow down on anything from stunning cuts of steak through to beaut plates of swordfish.

Ideally located in Trinity, Comptoir Libanais have got you sorted for mid-shopping refuels. Whether you fancy a light bite or something more substantial, you'll find it all here in their menu of mezze, tagines, wraps and burgers.

When it comes to the best places to eat in Leeds with friends, Bar Soba should be on your radar. Not only does the Greek Street hotspot offer potent cocktails and vibrant decor, but it's also got a delectable menu of pan-Asian food and a brilliant bottomless brunch.

Chicken is king at Yard & Coop. The relaxed restaurant is bringing you burgers, wings and brunch offerings. Plus, there's a build-it-yourself section and a range of regular events like drag brunches, if you should fancy some tableside entertainment.

Rosa's Thai is bringing a taste of Bangkok to Leeds. Nestled in Trinity, the kitchen is whipping up fragrant noodle dishes, authentic curries and hearty bowls for diners inside its restaurant or out on the rooftop terrace.

Housed within an impressive two-storey building, Banyan is serving up top-notch cocktails and international dishes seven days a week. Grab a table inside or on its expansive outdoor terrace and tuck into a midweek meal, Saturday brunch or Sunday roast.

Found within a historic building, Iberica is one of the most romantic restaurants in Leeds. Start your night at the basement bar La Bodega, before moving upstairs for a feast of authentic tapas and giant sharing paellas.  

Step back in time with an evening at The Lost & Found, a whimsical Victorian-themed bar and restaurant. On the menu? Beautiful botanical cocktails, a selection of brunch classics, European-inspired plates and a knockout Sunday roast.

Home to some of the world's best slices, Rudy's is your one-stop shop for pizza in Leeds. Spend an evening chomping on classic Neopolitan-style bites at this New Station Road haunt, which are made using 24-hour fermented dough.

You probably know Angelica best as a gorgeous rooftop cocktail bar, but you'd be missing out if you didn't also have some of the edible delights that are on offer. Gaze over the city as you enjoy Josper-grilled steaks, decadent burgers, whole lobsters and more.

Add a little theatre to your meals out with a trip to Teppanyaki. The Japanese restaurant is preparing your food right in front of your eyes, with chefs juggling, flipping and setting fire to a whole array of seafood or meat.

When the weekend rolls around, East 59th becomes inundated with daytime revellers getting their fix of free-flowing fizz and brekkie dishes. But, it's not just the bottomless brunch that attracts the masses. The rooftop gem also touts citywide views that are sure to wow.

Bangkok street signs, upcycled light features and delicious dishes; Zaap is embracing all things Thai, complete with provincial classics. Think minced pork omelettes and steamed squid soups, which are served alongside pop or rock tunes and themed cocktails.

Searching for Italian restaurants in Leeds? Salvo's is the place to be. Found on Headingley's Otley Road, the venue houses the likes of scooters as decoration and whips up plenty of authentic eats, so you can choose from pastas, pizza, seafood or their vegan menu.

If only the very best will do, how about our pick of Michelin star restaurants in Leeds? You can get stuck into a regularly-changing set menu of innovative plates in a seriously sleek setting at The Man Behind the Curtain.

Tacos, tostadas, enchiladas and burritos are all up for grabs at Neon Cactus. Situated on Call Lane, the vibrant Mexican restaurant bar is keeping you fed and watered on classic bites or tequila-laced cocktails.

Cool and contemporary, Shears Yard is a favourite in the city thanks to the choice of settling down in its charming interiors or the leafy courtyard. The all-day eatery retains industrial elements from its past life as a rope and canvas manufacturer, creating a modern space to hang out in.

Bulgogi Grill is putting you in the driving seat at its DIY-style abode. Hands down one of the quirkiest places to eat, this Korean joint is providing you with a central grill along with locally-sourced meats and seafood that has been marinated in traditional seasonings.

Fat Hippo is the name and gut-busting burgers are the game. The patty-slingers are whipping up all things comfort food, with an extensive selection of chicken, beef or vegan chows, alongside boozy slushies and shakes.

Want your dinner with a view? Issho is the Japanese restaurant in Leeds that's perfect for you. The sophisticated rooftop haunt is located along Victoria Gate and delivers the finest contemporary cuisine - we're talking gourmet sushi, gyozas and more.

Without a doubt the most stunning of all the best restaurants in Leeds city centre, Tattu is dishing up modern Chinese cuisine in a swoon-worthy setting. Perfect for date nights with your beau, this one is sure to leave a lasting impression.

When you've got a Masterchef finalist at the helm, you know you're in for a treat. Expect an ever-changing eight to ten-course set menu of reimagined British favourites at Home restaurant in Leeds. These all come with a fine dining touch, of course. 

If only British dining with a view will do, Crafthouse is serving a range of seasonally changing tasting and a la carte menus from its gorgeous space, including afternoon teas or Sunday roasts. Take the scenic lift from Boar Lane or go through the shopping centre itself to find this beautiful restaurant on Trinity's 5th floor.

Serving up Chinese food from a cool environment, Mans Market is kitted out in a chic wooden bar, lanterns and a wacky shipping container. As for the food, you'll be treated to a range of mouthwatering dim sum or bao with noodles.

Tharavadu is a multi-award-winning Indian restaurant in Leeds, making it a no-brainer for your curry fix. Feast on a selection of authentic Keralan dishes - think chilli paneer, marinated sea bass or masala dosas - and you'll see why it's gained such acclaim.

This Spanish favourite comes from a line of award-winning Northern restaurants, where Ibérico chorizo, seafood and para picar all feature on the lineup of tapas dishes. Topping it off, El Gato Negro isn't bad to look at either.

A sleek upstairs restaurant with a slinky cocktail bar below; Vice & Virtue is a venue of two faces and ideal for fine dining in Leeds. Indulge in a tasting menu of British dishes paired expertly with drinks, before moving downstairs into the debaucherous den boasting wickedly great libations.