It is safe to say that Leeds runs on caffeine, and you certainly aren’t shy about telling us exactly where to get the best fix.
After we published our initial round-up of the city’s top coffee spots earlier in the year, our comments section was brimming with even more passionate shouts for independent roasters, hidden suburban gems, and neighbourhood lifesavers.
It turns out we barely scratched the surface the first time around.
From perfectly textured flat whites in the city centre and scenic Otley retreats to a cheeky drive-thru run = and even a staunch defence of the £1.99 Happy Shopper instant jar - we’ve brewed up a second batch of your top recommendations.
Here are even more of the best places to grab a coffee in Leeds, as chosen by the people who know them best - our readers on the Yorkshire Evening Post Facebook page.
1. Kapow Coffee
Kicking things off in the city centre, Sasha Sazanova put forward this beloved indie gem. Tucked away in the historic arcades, Kapow is famous for its expertly poured flat whites, perfectly roasted seasonal beans, and genuinely passionate baristas who know their single origins inside out. ☕ 15 Thorntons Arcade, Leeds LS1 6LQ | Google
2. CoffeeSynthesis
Also recommended by Sasha Sazanova, this sleek, modern coffee cart is an absolute lifesaver for the city's corporate crowd. They specialise in precision brewing, delivering the perfect, artisanal morning pick-me-up. ☕The Tetley, Hunslet Rd, Leeds LS10 1JQ | Daniel So/Google Reviews
3. Coffee on The Crescent
This stunning Hyde Park favourite boasts a beautifully curated menu of carefully sourced coffees, served up in a wonderfully relaxed, bohemian atmosphere that feels a million miles away from the rush of the city centre. ☕ 2 The Crescent, Woodhouse, Leeds LS6 2NW | Local Library
4. Just My Cuppa
If you are looking for a community-driven café with serious charm, look no further than this much-loved spot. Reader Alfred Harding couldn't praise it highly enough, boldly bypassing the local competition to declare it the "best café this side of Wagga Wagga!" ☕ 15 High St, Yeadon, Leeds LS19 7SP | Google
5. MISTÅL Kitchen
Tucked away over in Otley, this beautiful café was highly recommended by reader Victoria Wilson. It is the ultimate scenic retreat for a post-walk brew, offering expertly crafted coffees alongside hearty, rustic bakes that make the journey out to East Chevin Road entirely worth it. ☕ East Chevin Road, Otley, LS21 3DD | Google Maps
6. Cafe 876
This vibrant East Leeds spot clearly has a fiercely loyal local following, scoring enthusiastic recommendations from both Amber and Andrew Scharschmidt. It is exactly what a great neighbourhood café should be: reliable, welcoming, and serving up consistently brilliant cups of coffee to start the day right. ☕ 266 Tong Rd, Armley, Leeds LS12 3BG | Google Street View