Your stomach and taste buds won’t go hungry in Leeds. Along with the enormous variety of fantastic things to do, this city is also home to a truly fascinating and unique cuisine scene, one that is continuously changing in line with its ethnically diverse populace. The Leeds food sector takes pride in its friendly atmosphere and caters to both the classics and pushes the boundaries with innovative (and aesthetically beautiful) new creations. This is furthered by a variety of fantastic taverns and pubs.

1. The Man Behind the Curtain

68-78 Vicar Lane, LS1 7JH

The only restaurant in Leeds with a Michelin star. A high-concept, extremely upscale restaurant.

The name is a reference to Michael O’Hare, the chef who prepares meals in front of guests, and the title magician from The Wizard of Oz. The walls of his restaurant serve as blank canvases for more artistic diners to draw on, making it as much an artistic experience as it is a dining one.

2. Bundobust

6 Mill Hill, LS1 5DQ

Indian street food and craft beer.

Since the original Leeds location has been so well-liked, Manchester and Liverpool have been added. You may enjoy a variety of flavorful snacks along with an outstanding assortment of local and imported beers in this laid-back environment that is 100% vegetarian (which is brilliant for vegans).

3. House of Fu

15-19 The Headrow, LS1 6PU

Vibes-heavy karaoke and noodle bar.

The newest hipster addition to Leeds Headrow is House of Fu, which is located next to Ox Club and Headrow House. Fortunately, the quality of the meal matches that of the Instagram-friendly decor. You can anticipate hearty, warming bowls of noodles, soft meat (or vegetables), and simmering stock, with a rotating menu of gyozas that blend several cultures. If you wish to extend your evening, proceed upstairs for karaoke and a chic late-night cocktail bar.

4. Fint

73 Great George Street, LS1 3BR

Nordic-inspired food with a sophisticated feel.

With its cozy cafe atmosphere, you could easily think of Fint as a simple, flat white croissant. It’s a fairly progressive place, in fact, offering creative, well-balanced Nordic dishes with warm winter ingredients like grilled dill, salmon gravlax, and golden syrup sauce. Reserve early for a spot; This small space fills up quickly.

5. Prashad

137 Whitehall Road, BD11 1AT

Hearty, traditional southern Indian dishes in a family-run spot.

In a region that’s known for its high-caliber curry houses, the award-winning Prashad stands out. This veggie Gujarati spot is in the suburb of Drighlinton and boasts a menu jam-packed with traditional regional dishes.

6. The Swine That Dines

58 North Street, LS2 7PN

A former supper club-turned-intimate small-plates dining room.

This little joint on North Street started life as a humble greasy spoon, only moonlighting as a fine dining supper club The Swine that Dines a couple of times a month. That all changed in 2018, when husband and wife owners, Stu and Jo, decided to embrace small-plate dining full-time. Stu, who has a Michelin background, heads up the kitchen with a focus on nose-to-tail dining. The regularly-changing menu is always full of unusual cuts of meat and cutting-edge combinations.