10 of the best-rated Leeds pubs and bars for the perfect pint of cider

By Holly Allton

Food and drink writer

Published 3rd Jun 2026, 11:30 BST

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Here is where you can sip on a cider in celebration 😍

World Cider is set to take place on Wednesday June 3, and you can enjoy it across Leeds top-rated pubs and bars.

With many different cider variations to try at a plethora of pubs and bars, we determined a list of the top 10 based on Google reviews and ratings.

Here are 10 of the best pubs and bars to visit on World Cider Day, and what customers had to say about their experience.

Tapped in Boar Lane has a 4.5* rating from 2.3k reviews. A Google reviewer said: “Great selection of beers, from sours to ciders to wheat beers. Good vibes, not too loud.”

1. Tapped, Boar Lane

Tapped in Boar Lane has a 4.5* rating from 2.3k reviews. A Google reviewer said: “Great selection of beers, from sours to ciders to wheat beers. Good vibes, not too loud.” | James Hardisty

The Brew Society in Aire Street has a 4.8* rating from 648 reviews. A Google reviewer said: “After one visit, I can understand the high ratings. Great place to pop in for a pint or two. Excellent draft board and comfy environs. Seating outside too if you are so inclined. Friendly bar staff. We didn’t eat any of the food available but it looked good. Conveniently located near the train station too.”

2. The Brew Society, Aire Street

The Brew Society in Aire Street has a 4.8* rating from 648 reviews. A Google reviewer said: “After one visit, I can understand the high ratings. Great place to pop in for a pint or two. Excellent draft board and comfy environs. Seating outside too if you are so inclined. Friendly bar staff. We didn’t eat any of the food available but it looked good. Conveniently located near the train station too.” | Google Maps

Amity Brew Co in Pudsey has a 4.9* rating from 225 reviews. A Google reviewer said: “Really nice place with lovely drinks in a great setting. What's not to like!”

3. Amity Brew Co, Pudsey

Amity Brew Co in Pudsey has a 4.9* rating from 225 reviews. A Google reviewer said: “Really nice place with lovely drinks in a great setting. What's not to like!” | James Hardisty

SALT in Granary Wharf has a 4.4* rating from 629 reviews. A Google reviewer said: "Really lovely place with the most personable staff who really make an effort to be nice and friendly - very dog friendly and a great outdoor bit for a pint in the sun.”

4. SALT, Granary Wharf

SALT in Granary Wharf has a 4.4* rating from 629 reviews. A Google reviewer said: "Really lovely place with the most personable staff who really make an effort to be nice and friendly - very dog friendly and a great outdoor bit for a pint in the sun.” | Google Maps

Whitelock’s Ale House in Turk’s Head Yard has a 4.6* rating from 3.3k reviews. A Google reviewer said: “Lovely pub, yummy food, good selection of beers, lagers and ciders. Great service too."

5. Whitelock's Ale House

Whitelock’s Ale House in Turk’s Head Yard has a 4.6* rating from 3.3k reviews. A Google reviewer said: “Lovely pub, yummy food, good selection of beers, lagers and ciders. Great service too." | James Hardisty

Water Lane Boathouse in Canal Wharf has a 4.3* rating from 2.4k reviews. A Google reviewer said: “The atmosphere was lovely, the food was delicious and well worth the price. The quality was exceptional with a vast selection of drinks available."

6. Water Lane Boathouse

Water Lane Boathouse in Canal Wharf has a 4.3* rating from 2.4k reviews. A Google reviewer said: “The atmosphere was lovely, the food was delicious and well worth the price. The quality was exceptional with a vast selection of drinks available." | Simon Hulmes

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