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The best places to eat & drink in Leeds

Being a major city, it can be a bit overwhelming trying to decide on a spot to visit for lunch, dinner or drinks in Leeds – there are just too many great places!

To make life easier, we’ve rounded up some of what we reckon are the best places to eat and drink in Leeds, from cheap eats to restaurants to take your parents to, as well as the best bars and pubs.

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Cheap eats

  • Anywhere in Kirkgate Market: The market has a fantastic range of food stalls from a variety of cuisines, all at brilliant prices. One of our favourites is Vietnamese joint Banh & Mee.
  • Humpit: With two spots in the city, including in the Union Building, Humpit is your go-to spot for delicious hummus and pita goodness at great prices. The perfect lunch.
  • Oranaise Cafe: This North African restaurant in the heart of Woodhouse is an affordable and delicious place to eat out with pals – try a tagine, mezze or something else off their extensive menu. Vegans are well catered for too.
  • Jino’s Thai Cafe: This independent Thai spot in Headingley is a failsafe option for a cheap, cheerful and totally tasty lunch or dinner. It’s affordable enough as it is, but Jino’s have some great offers – plus it’s bring your own booze (with no corkage fee to boot).
  • Wok&Go: Another on-campus spot, LUU’s branch of Wok&Go serves up fresh, tasty, made to order Asian dishes that bring together the best of Thai, Malaysian, Indonesian, Chinese and Japanese cuisines.

 

Affordable drinks

  • Terrace: This student bar is a no-brainer for affordable drinks in Leeds, with an abundance of deals throughout the week and a large outdoor terrace where you can enjoy a side of sun with your Margarita. There’s a tasty food menu on offer as well.
  • Turtle Bay: This popular Caribbean chain has Happy Hour every single day, where you can enjoy 2-4-1 cocktails and mocktails as well as delicious food.
  • Old Bar: Our very own traditional pub is your best bet in Leeds for real ale and other drinks at student-friendly prices. Their food’s affordable too, so a great option for when you’re feeling skint but social.

 

Heading out with home friends

  • Northern Monk Refectory: Your destination for locally brewed craft beer.
  • Tapped: Another integral part of Leeds’ beer scene, this microbrewery and pizza place is a foolproof option for entertaining friends.
  • BrewDog (Leeds North Street): Play Shuffleboard or arcade games whilst you sip your Punk IPA.
  • Roxy Ball Room: Make a whole night of it and add karaoke, ping pong, bowling to your drinks across three great Leeds locations.
  • Belgrave Music Hall and Canteen: This popular Leeds spot is a favourite with students for good reason. Drinks, food, events and more, all spread over three floors. Get a spot on the roof terrace if you can.

Places to take your parents

Looking for something a bit fancier? We’ve got you covered. Here are some Leeds restaurants that will make the right impression.

  • The Reliance: Foodie parents? The Reliance is the place for you. This sophisticated bar and dining room with an ever-changing menu is bound to be a winner.
  • Stuzzi: If Italian is more your thing, why not try some of Stuzzi’s delicious ‘Stuzzichini’ small and sharing plates?
  • Heaney & Mill: This Headingley-based restaurant offers great variety, with breakfast, lunch, dinner and a separate Sunday menu available. Choose from classics like risotto and steak – it’s sure to be a crowd pleaser.
  • Wen’s Restaurant: This family-owned Chinese restaurant is a real Leeds gem, with a menu that exceeds expectations. Take a look at what The Observer’s Jay Rayner had to say, then pile in and order an array of dishes to share.
  • Home: Home Cantonese restaurant serves up authentic dishes with the best quality ingredients and is located extremely close to campus – it couldn’t be more convenient (or delicious!)

 

Green eats

We’ve already mentioned some great places for vegetarians and vegans, but here’s some bonus options for good measure.

  • Bundobust: This meat-free Indian street food restaurant is a tasty way to look after the environment.
  • Döner Summer: Grab some vegan junk food, from kebabs to fried ‘chicken’ at this trendy plant-based eatery.
  • JJ’s Vish and Chips: Plant-based chippy classics, from classic ‘fish’ and chips to scampi or sausage. What’s not to love?

 

Date night

  • Rudy’s Pizza: This authentic Neapolitan pizza is some of the very best pizza you’ll taste in Leeds. Combined with decent prices and great surroundings, this is a good bet for a successful date night. Or order in via Deliveroo if you’re staying at home.
  • Hyde Park Book Club: Not strictly a date night spot, Hyde Park Book Club does brunch, drinks and more, including a limited evening food menu. Head over for reasonably priced drinks, nice independent vibes and a great events programme.
  • Friends of Ham: This city centre spot does delicious cheese, charcuterie and craft beer for a romantic date night.
  • House of Fu: This ramen bar gets rave reviews about its innovative ramen, rice and gyoza dishes. Its bright interior is pretty great as well.

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