Harden's Guide has been reviewing restaurants across the UK for more than 30 years, with its rankings based on feedback from thousands of regular diners rather than anonymous inspectors.
Its Leeds guide features everything from Michelin-recognised restaurants to neighbourhood gems.
Here are 13 of the best restaurants in Leeds recommended by Harden's.
1. Uyare
Topping Harden's Leeds rankings, Uyare is celebrated for its elevated South Indian cuisine, inventive cocktails and rooftop setting overlooking Leeds city centre. | YEP Photo: Gerard Binks
2. Bavette
The Horsforth bistro has become one of Yorkshire's standout restaurants, earning praise from Harden's for its modern French cooking, warm service and neighbourhood feel. | YEP Photo: James Hardisty
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3. Tharavadu
A long-time Leeds favourite, Tharavadu specialises in authentic Keralan cuisine and continues to rank among Harden's highest-rated restaurants in the city. | YEP Photo: Simon Hulme
4. The Empire Café
This café, bar and restaurant has built a reputation for creative seasonal cooking and is one of Harden's highest-rated Leeds destinations. | YEP
5. Bundobust
Famous for its Indian-inspired vegetarian street food and craft beer, Bundobust has become one of Leeds' defining independent restaurants. | YEP Photo: Gerard Binks
6. Dastaan
Bringing contemporary Indian cuisine to Chapel Allerton, Dastaan has impressed Harden's with its refined take on regional Indian dishes. | YEP