The Best Pubs
in
Leeds

Tucked away on Cavendish Street, The Highland Laddie is a true gem where old-world charm meets exceptional hospitality. This cozy, lively pub serves a brilliant selection of beers, crisp wines, and well-crafted cocktails, with a dining room that turns out stunning fare like oysters, devilled eggs, and a legendary beef burger with clotted cheese. The Guinness is poured to perfection, and the outdoor seating makes it a fantastic spot for groups or catching the game. Whether you’re stopping by for bar snacks all day or settling in for a full meal, every visit feels like a celebration.

Step through the unassuming entrance on Briggate and into the splendid Victorian interior of Whitelock's Ale House, a true piece of history established in 1715. This legendary pub boasts a magnificent selection of real ales, craft beers, wines, and cocktails, all served alongside fresh, home cooked food in a setting of copper topped tables and roaring fires. With a large beer garden, a dog friendly welcome, and a reputation for brilliant service, it is a must visit spot for groups and a perfect place to relax with a proper pint.

Nestled beside the River Aire, Kirkstall Bridge Inn is the original riverside pub from the renowned Kirkstall Brewery, and it’s an absolute gem for any occasion. This independent, community focused spot serves up an incredible selection of their own beers alongside wines and cocktails, with a menu of hearty pub classics and vegan treats that never disappoint. The waterside beer garden is a perfect sunny day retreat, and whether you’re bringing the dog or a big group, the welcoming vibe and excellent value for money make every visit feel special.

Head to The Adelphi for a cracking pub experience where Victorian charm meets a wonderfully warm welcome. They serve a superb selection of beers, wines, and cocktails, making it a brilliant spot for groups and a perfect place to bring your dog. The food is a real highlight, with hearty dishes like steak and ale pie or a festive burger that arrive piping hot and full of flavour. It’s the kind of place where you can settle in for a relaxed meal or a few drinks, and you’ll leave already planning your next visit.

The Myrtle Tavern is a wonderfully welcoming country style pub that feels like a true home away from home, with a charming interior, a spacious beer garden, and a sunny terrace perfect for any season. Their cracking food menu features hearty pub classics and a legendary Sunday roast, while the bar keeps everyone happy with a fantastic range of draught ales, wines, and cocktails. Live music, weekly quiz nights, and plenty of space for groups make it a lively spot, and the fact that it is dog friendly just adds to its appeal. Whether you are settling in for a midweek meal or enjoying a sunny afternoon in their award winning garden, this place delivers a consistently brilliant experience.

The Lamb And Flag is a true hidden gem, a welcoming local where exceptional food and a friendly buzz come together perfectly. They serve a brilliant range of beers, wines, and cocktails, with a spacious outdoor area that’s ideal for groups and very dog friendly. The menu is a showstopper, featuring unique dishes like a remarkable mushroom starter and a divine pork wellington, all at a very reasonable price. Whether you’re in for a Sunday roast with a towering Yorkshire pudding or a relaxed evening meal, the kind staff and consistently outstanding fare make every visit a delight.

The Original Oak is a sprawling, characterful pub that perfectly balances a lively sports bar with a relaxed local feel, offering a huge beer garden and multiple seating areas for every mood. With a well kept selection of handpulled cask ales, wines, and cocktails, it’s a fantastic spot for groups to gather, watch the big game on big screens, or simply enjoy a pint outside. The welcoming team and generous space make it an absolute winner for a proper pub outing.

Climb aboard the Dry Dock for an absolute gem of a pub experience, where a permanently docked boat creates a uniquely fun setting for any occasion. This spot is a total winner for groups, serving up great beers, wines, and cocktails alongside fantastic value food, from legendary bottomless brunches to hearty pizzas. With a lively beer garden, live music, and every major sport on huge screens, it’s the perfect place to catch the game or kick off a brilliant night out.

Right in the heart of the student area, The Library is the perfect second home for anyone who loves great craft beer, cocktails, and a lively buzz. With a brilliant beer garden, live music, and every major sport on the screens, it’s a fantastic spot for groups to gather for a bottomless brunch or a big match. The menu is packed with tasty street food and plenty of veggie options, making it an easy, fun choice any day of the week.

Woodies Craft Ale House is a cracking local where the historic timber framed facade and warm, family friendly vibe make every visit feel special. The bar is always buzzing with a brilliant selection of craft ales, wines, and cocktails, and the beer garden is a perfect spot for groups or catching live sport on the big screens. The food is a real highlight too, from hearty Sunday roasts to flavour packed small plates, all served with a genuinely welcoming energy that keeps everyone coming back for more.