With September marking official Better Breakfast Month, there is no better excuse to skip the morning cereal and indulge in a proper feed.
Whether you are looking for a lavish full English to start the weekend, a high-end hotel morning spread, or an essential independent speciality coffee and eggs, Leeds is packed with incredible morning options.
To help you celebrate, we have compiled the top 15 highest-rated breakfast and brunch spots in the city according to Tripadvisor reviewers - all of which are also available to book through the website (to avoid missing out on what could be the best eggs benedict of your life - so far...).
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1. Dakota Bar & Grill (4.8 / 5)
Tucked inside the luxury Dakota Hotel, this sleek city centre restaurant leads the list for its high-end morning service. Expect cooked-to-order full breakfasts, perfectly poached eggs, and fresh continental options in an opulent setting. 🍳 8 Russell St, Leeds LS1 2RN | Tripadvisor
2. The Dry Dock (4.6 / 5)
Famous for its unique venue inside a grounded boat, this Woodhouse Lane staple is popular with students and locals alike for hearty, unpretentious morning feeds and great-value cooked breakfasts. 🍳 Woodhouse Ln., Leeds LS2 3AX
3. The Scarbrough Hotel (4.7 / 5)
Located right outside Leeds Station, this historic pub serves traditional, cooked-to-order breakfasts alongside classic British morning favourites in a cosy, traditional pub setting. 🍳 Bishopgate St, Leeds LS1 5DY | James Hardisty
4. Cosy Club (4.3 / 5)
Set inside a grand former bank building on Albion Street, Cosy Club delivers lavish breakfast spreads alongside extensive vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free morning menus. 🍳 186 Albion St, Leeds LS1 6AG | Tony Johnson
5. Bill's Leeds Restaurant (4.6 / 5)
A vibrant dining spot on Albion Place celebrated for its breakfast burgers, buttermilk pancakes, poached eggs, and freshly squeezed juices. 🍳 1 Albion Pl, Leeds LS1 6JL | Google
6. Lost & Found Leeds Club (4.5 / 5)
Located in a grand Grade II-listed Victorian building, this venue pairs elegant botanical surroundings with generous brunch plates and full English breakfasts. 🍳 3 Albion Pl, Leeds LS1 6JL