Finding a truly spectacular curry means bypassing the generic corporate chains and trusting the word of the local foodies who know the city's culinary landscape inside out.
Leeds is blessed with one of the most vibrant, fiercely contested South Asian dining scenes in the UK - making local knowledge your absolute best asset when choosing where to eat.
We put the question to our readers on the Yorkshire Evening Post Facebook page to discover exactly where they head when they are craving an unparalleled meal.
The responses flooded in from every corner of the district, pointing to everything from legendary multi-decade institutions to hidden suburban tandooris.
Whether you are looking for a bustling city-centre spot for a weekend feast or a dedicated neighbourhood gem worth travelling for, these are the current top choices according to you.
Click through our gallery below to see the 13 best Indian restaurants in Leeds, ranked in order of your suggestions.
1. Sheesh Mahal
Running away with an absolute mountain of votes, Azram’s Sheesh Mahal remains an undisputed Leeds institution. Operating on Kirkstall Road since 1990, this multi-award-winning restaurant is celebrated for its traditional cooking, vibrant aromas, and legendary hospitality. 🍛 346-348 Kirkstall Rd, Burley, LS4 2DS
2. Table 26
Tying neck-and-neck at the very top of the leader boards, this Swillington gem is proof that you don't need a city-centre postcode to build a massive cult following. Renowned for its exceptionally friendly floor staff and beautifully spiced dishes, readers noted it is a suburban hotspot that is "always busy." 🍛 12 Church Ln, Swillington, LS26 8DX
3. Bengal Brasserie
A massively popular regional choice with a powerful presence across Leeds. Whether readers were visiting the Merrion Street branch in the heart of the city or dropping into the Burley and Oakwood neighbourhood spots, the consensus was unanimous. 🍛 Haddon Rd (Burley), Merrion St (City Centre), and Roundhay Rd (Oakwood) | The Bengal Brasserie/TripAdvisor
4. Tharavadu
Located just a stone's throw from Leeds train station, Tharavadu was heavily championed by readers looking for authentic, traditional Keralan cuisine. Moving away from standard UK curry house expectations, their menu focuses on complex spice balances, coastal seafood, and spectacular dosas. 🍛7-8 Mill Hill, City Centre, LS1 5DQ | Google-Tharavadu
5. Bagaara
This Armley powerhouse earned immense praise from our readers for its bold, complex, and uncompromised flavour profiles. Alongside an outstanding afternoon biryani, reader Tarun highlighted their incredible unlimited weekend Indian breakfast format, noting that the sheer quality of the food is "ultimate." 🍛 1 Stocks Hill, Armley, LS12 2AB | Google
6. Jodhpur Indian Restaurant
Another Kirkstall Road favourite that holds a special place in the hearts of local curry lovers. Celebrated for its authentic regional dishes and warm hospitality, it was highly recommended by the Bradford Hindu Council and described by reader Paul Burton as an "absolute gem" of a restaurant. 🍛 352-354 Kirkstall Rd, Burley, Leeds LS4 2HQ | Jodhpur UK