Leeds Restaurants

  1. Akbar

    The naan served at this exceptionally popular Indian restaurant are absolutely massive, and that's just one of many reasons to tuck into some of England's favourite cuisine at this particular spot.

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  2. Anthony's

    Probably the most talked about restaurant in town, Anthony's serves superb British cuisine to a clientele so eager that they'll think nothing of booking a month in advance. If you go at any other time except Saturday evening, you'll get away with a making your reservations a day or so earlier.

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  3. Anthony's at Flannel's

    The brasserie brother of the award-winning (and much more expensive) Anthony's, this 3rd-floor cafe features much of Anthony's style stuffed into the excellent sandwiches, salads and luxurious afternoon tea.

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  4. Arts Café

    Local art on the walls and a Bohemian vibe throughout make this a popular place for quiet reflection, a chat and a really good cup of coffee to wash down the excellent food - how about some monkfish lasagne?

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  5. Babycream

    Cool drips off the white walls and onto the white leather furniture, where you and your party are gathered to share, fondue-style, in a platter of delicacies from around the globe. As you eat, the background music makes you tap your feet, and before you know it you've settled in for the day and moved on to cocktails. It's the Cream experience, and it's pretty good...

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  7. Bibi's Criterion

    At the higher end of the price range, Bibi's is a neoclassical local favourite serving Italian - both traditional staples and modern renditions that stretch the rules of engagement. A varied blend of locals and visitors enjoy the changing menu in this Leeds institution, which can get crowded at peak times.

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  8. Brasserie 44

    Brasserie 44 is regarded as one of the best restaurants in Leeds. Like the Michelin-starred Pool Court, it is attached to the hotel 42 The Calls, but this place is less formal than its sister operation. It serves up excellent Modern British/Continental food in surrounds featuring leaf and leopardskin.

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  9. Fourth Floor Café

    A department store with a fancy restaurant? It could only be Harvey Nicks. It's called a cafe, but don't be fooled: the nosh here is the best of British, even if the portions would only satisfy the models in their catalogue.

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  10. No 3 York Place

    Any debate over which is the best restaurant in town will feature this superb French eatery, with its regularly changing menu of Gallic delicacies with an English bent - how about roast of lamb with Savoy cabbage, olive mash and a Niçoise sauce?

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  11. Norman

    The tasty Japanese noodle menu at one of the city's best bars is the reason to come here before nightfall; this place is as stylish by day as it is popular by night.

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