The question you first have to ask yourself is when it comes to going out for a drink, what do you look for in a pub or bar?
Do you go looking for an extensive selection of drinks? Knowing that Leeds United will be on the TV? Or do you simply go to a place you know to be friendly and welcoming?
If you do and you’re looking for a new place to try, here are 15 of the highest-rated “friendly” pubs and bars in Leeds according to Google reviews.
Ranked in no particular order. All are rated between 4 and 5 stars and the word “friendly” is mentioned by customers in the reviews.
7. Scarbrough Hotel (Taps)
Address: Bishopgate St, Leeds LS1 5DY. Phone: 0113 243 4590. Photo: Simon Hulme
8. The Adelphi
Address: 1-3 Hunslet Rd, Leeds LS10 1JQ. Phone: 0113 245 6377. Photo: Google
9. Parkside Tavern
Address: St Johns House, Merrion St, Leeds LS2 8JE. Phone: 0113 467 2005. Photo: Google
10. Kirkstall Bridge Inn
Address: 12 Bridge Rd, Kirkstall, Leeds LS5 3BW. 0113 278 4044. Photo: Bruce Rollinson
11. Editor's Draught
Address: 88 Wellington St, Leeds LS1 4LT. Phone: 0113 887 1829. Photo: Simon Hulme
12. The Maven Bar
Address: 1 Call Ln, Leeds LS1 7DH. Phone: 0113 242 3966. Photo: James Hardisty