Cool and Quirky Bars in Leeds

One of Leeds' most understatedly lavish bars, The Lost & Found brings you vintage-inspired interiors with an adventurous twist. Thirsty? Drinks come in the form of botanical sips with unusual ingredients such as pineapple bitters, honeycomb-infused vodka and jasmine tea syrup. 

If you're looking for cool and quirky bars in Leeds, it's time to check out Bar Soba. Tuck into Korean popcorn chicken and other tasty Asian bites, whilst trying chocolate orange espresso martinis, apple and ginger mojitos or their infamous sharing 1.5 litre porn 'jar' martini.

Proud of their prohibition stance and promising some of the best in cocktail mastery, The Maven is a quirky bar in Leeds with lustre and vintage charm on its side. From drinks in cutesy teacups to lashings of gin, this stylish haunt is the ultimate spot for your next date night. 

BrewDog don't mess around when it comes to craft beers. Housing a massive 36 draft lines as well as fridges filled with bottles, the hoppy fanatics also have arcade machines, pinball and shuffleboard tables for those fancying a little friendly competition.  

Grab your lei and take a trip to this tropical oasis. A cool cavern for all things South Pacific, Tiki Hideaway is leading the charge when it comes to fruity cocktails, fiery drinks and themed fun. Spend your evening sipping on a classic pina colada, a rum, almond and lime juice Don Mixo or a strong dark and stormy.

It's all in the name here. This quirky Leeds cocktail bar is decked out with neon lights, rainbow-coloured mirrors, locally-painted murals and animal heads smothered in paint. All the better for you to enjoy their cocktails, craft beer, or pizzas, before dancing till the early hours on their dancefloor.

Manahatta is a glitzy addition to this roster of cool and quirky bars in Leeds. Defined by their plush decor and New York-inspired tipples, the Merrion Street hideaway's not only serving up some of the most unique drinks in the city, but they're doing it in a fun and frivolous fashion, all night long.

Nestled along Duncan Street you'll find Distrikt Bar, an underground drinking den, restaurant and nightclub. During the day, the eatery serves up Mediterranean and Middle Eastern tapas, but just wait until the sun goes down, the music turns up and the cocktails are flowing - that's when the fun begins.   

The Viaduct Showbar is awash with glitter balls and heaving dancefloors, making it the perfect environment for some of the best drag queens and cabaret artists to come out to play. The DJ takes over after the show too – and if that's not your jam, they've got amazing drink deals, bingo, quizzes and more.

A hybrid of entertainment in the city, The Belgrave Music Hall makes its mark as one of the coolest places to drink in more ways than one. Whether it's the roster of exhibitions, DJ nights or roof terrace, this one always has something to keep you coming back for more.

A café, bar, record shop and exhibition space: Outlaw's Yacht Club is not your usual drinking hole. As looks go, the venue is filled with cool sofas surrounded by artwork from local artists, as well as cutesy touches like vintage typewriters and globes.

Mezcal maestros, Neon Cactus, are bringing a tequila-flavoured taste of Mexico to Call Lane, along with vibrant decor and a few classics eats - think tacos, quesadillas and burritos. Work your way through their various margaritas or try one of their signature blends. 

Meet Vice & Virtue: a fine dining restaurant and risky speakeasy all in one. Begin upstairs, with an exquisite tasting menu expertly paired with drinks, before heading downstairs for a variety of stunning cocktails complemented by a full gentleman's club aesthetic.

A unique bar in Leeds city centre, The Alchemist serves up a menu of quirky drinks that bubble, fizz and come to life before your eyes. Combine that with sleek golden interiors and you've got a haven for Instagram photoshoots. 

Table tennis, beer pong and pool... it's all happening at Trinity Square's Roxy Ball Room. The social games bar is adding some entertainment to your drinks with the gang, with sharing pitchers, private rooms and a late-night licence keeping the good vibes going till 3am.

Found in the Northern Quarter, Blind Tyger is one of the most unique bars in Leeds. From its opulent interiors and Victorian theme down to its creative cocktails, this is a treasure in the city for classy drinks and mixology combined.

Looking for cool and quirky places to drink in Leeds? Look no further than East 59th, a rooftop drinking den channelling New York vibes. Hit them up for one of the best bottomless brunches in the city, enjoyed in their chic dining room or out on their gorgeous terrace.