From Skanda Grill to Tattu, restaurants across Leeds have left a lasting impression on diners over the years.
We asked our readers to name the best restaurant they have ever eaten at in Leeds and received more than 600 responses.
From historic institutions to long-standing favourites, here are 13 of the most frequently mentioned restaurants.

7. Kendall's Bistro
Kendall’s Bistro received several recommendations, with Lisa Smales describing it as “exceptional”. | Kendall's Bistro
8. Chef Jono at V&V
Chef Jono at V&V was praised by readers for its food, with Chris Wade saying it was “probably the best I’ve ever had”. Annie Milner singled out its Sunday dinner, describing it as “exquisite and great value”. | Yorkshire Evening Post Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe

9. Brasserie Forty 4 (44 The Calls)
44 The Calls featured in several readers’ lists of memorable Leeds restaurants. Mark Norton nominated it alongside Leodis, while Clive Howarth also remembered the restaurant. It closed in 2018.

10. Ambiente Tapas
Ambiente on Call Lane received several recommendations. Helen Snowden praised its tapas, describing it as “really good”, while Claus Bo Jørgensen also put the restaurant forward. | Yorkshire Evening Post Photo: Simon Hulme

11. Jumbo Chinese
The Jumbo Chinese was remembered by readers, with Marcia Miller McRim recalling the restaurant “back in the day”. Clive Hill also nominated the Vicar Lane Chinese restaurant. | YPN

12. Salvo's
Salvo’s was another popular choice, with Chris Davis specifically remembering the “original Salvo’s, before expansion”. Martin Cockerham also put the restaurant forward. It closed last year following a dispute with the landlord. | Yorkshire Evening Post

