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There is no better feeling than shutting the kitchen cabinet doors, hanging up the apron, and declaring the weekend officially off-limits for cooking.
And if you happen to live in or near West Leeds, you are spoiled for choice when it comes to ordering in or dining out.
Running along the Kirkstall Road corridor and heading up into Hawksworth, postcodes LS4 and LS5 form one of the city's most lively and varied food strips.
Whether you're craving a mountain of loaded plant-based burgers, authentic South Indian dosas, sizzled Cuban tapas, or just a proper pub roast opposite the abbey, there's no reason to be washing dishes this Sunday.
If you’re looking for a quality weekend feast without the effort, here are 15 brilliant eateries across LS4 and LS5 to try right now.
13. Portside Fish & Chips
A traditional neighbourhood chippy done right, Portside satisfies classic takeaway cravings with golden, crispy batter and perfectly cooked fish. Generous portion sizes and proper chip-shop gravy keep queues forming out the door on Friday teatime. 🍴 382 Kirkstall Rd, Burley, Leeds LS4 2HQ
14. Cardigan Arms
Restored by Kirkstall Brewery, this Grade II-listed Victorian pub is an architectural and culinary treasure. Behind its ornate glasswork and historic partitions, visitors enjoy top-tier local cask ales, proper pub roasts, and classic bar snacks 🍴364 Kirkstall Rd, Burley, Leeds LS4 2HQs in a classic pub environment. | National World
15. Five Guys
A massive hit at the Cardigan Fields leisure park, Five Guys is famous for its fully customizable, made-to-order burgers and mountain-sized portions of hand-cut Cajun fries. With unlimited topping combinations, rich customizable milkshakes, and free peanuts while you wait, it’s a go-to pre-movie or post-bowling pitstop in LS4. 🍴Cardigan Fields, Kirkstall Rd, Burley, Leeds LS4 2UE