While there’s always a time for the fine-dining restaurant experience, sometimes there’s nothing better than some delicious pub grub.
Leeds boasts plenty of fine pubs, with a plethora of brilliant establishments serving up delicious meals to enjoy alongside a pint or a glass of wine.
We’ve analysed TripAdvisor reviews and picked out 11 of the top-rated pubs in the city for lunch and dinner. Here are the foodie pubs that came out on top, and what customers had to say about their experience.
1. The Dry Dock Leeds, Woodhouse Lane
The Dry Dock on Woodhouse Lane has a 4.6* rating from 487 reviews. A Tripadvisor reviewer said: “Went for bottomless brunch with a few friends. Had amazing service from Peach, she made sure we always had a drink. The food and cocktails were amazing, so thank you to Jamie, Andy and James. Would highly recommend coming here!” | Google Maps
2. The Scarbrough Hotel, Bishopgate Street
The Scarborough Hotel on Bishopgate Street has a 4.6* rating from 715 reviews. A Tripadvisor reviewer said: “I have been visiting this pub for years and have always found it to have very friendly service and good food. Would highly recommend.” | James Hardisty
3. The Adelphi, Hunslet Road
The Adelphi on Hunslet Road has a 4.4* rating from 779 reviews. A Tripadvisor reviewer said: “A fantastic Sunday roast with pals. Food and service was excellent. Beth was so accommodating and friendly, would definitely recommend.” | Tripadvisor-The Adelphi
4. The Station, Guiseley
The Station in Guiseley has a 4.5* rating from 282 reviews. A Tripadvisor reviewer said: “We’ve not been here for a while so it was nice to see a new menu. We ordered a steak sandwich & a fish goujon sandwich, both were served with chunky chips & coleslaw, delicious.” | Tripadvisor-The Station
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5. The Old Ball, Horsforth
The Old Ball in Horsforth has a 4.2* rating from 367 reviews. A Tripadvisor reviewer said: “Lovely food, pizza really fresh and tasty, good selection of beers, staff really quick and attentive, good atmosphere for a lunch time visit.” | Tripadvisor-The Old Ball
6. The White Swan, Yeadon
The White Swan in Yeadon has a 4.2* rating from 436 reviews. A Tripadvisor reviewer said: “My friend and I go most weeks. There are not many places left in Leeds where you can have a simple lunch, drink and chat that doesn’t cost the earth. My rump steak was very tasty and our food was hot and freshly cooked. The staff are really friendly and I always recommend The White Swan to my friends.” | Google Maps