It’s been a difficult few year for them. They’ve brazed a global pandemic, which has forever changed customer spending habits, and the cost-of-living crisis.
But Leeds’ independents are staying strong. After all, they are loved by so many locals.
Here are some independent Leeds businesses locals list as their favourites.
There are some butchers, coffee shops, craft makers and more on this list. Show them some love next time you’re nearby.
![YEP reader Eve Tidswell named M McDonnell Quality Meats in Beeston Road as their favourite Leeds business. Eve said the owner has been “providing [them] with great meat from his small local shop.”](https://www.thestar.co.uk/jpim-static/image/2024/07/03/15/22/M-McDonnell-Quality-Meats-295-Beeston-Rd-Beeston-Leeds-LS11-7HX-55-stars.jpg?crop=4:3&trim=&width=800)
7. M McDonnell Quality Meats
YEP reader Eve Tidswell named M McDonnell Quality Meats in Beeston Road as their favourite Leeds business. Eve said the owner has been “providing [them] with great meat from his small local shop.” | Google Photo: Google
8. Kulture Coffee
YEP reader Hena Mikael said Kulture Coffee, in Kirkstall Road, Kirkstall, is their favourite Leeds business. “They do the best cookies (choc rock is the best one) and you can tell they don't skimp and they use quality chocolate. Coffee is amazing too! And the frappes.” | Steve Riding Photo: Steve Riding
9. The Pavilion
YEP reader Kirsty Newton named The Pavilion in Oulton Lane as their favourite Leeds business. Kirsty said: “An amazing cafe, the food and coffee are incredible, surrounded by a beautiful park.” | The Pavilion/Google Photo: The Pavilion/Google
10. Seven Hills
YEP reader Carolington Broad said Seven Hills in Brunswick Street, Morley, is their favourite Leeds business. | Google Photo: Google
11. Scoffs Feel Good Food
YEP reader Tracy Iley said Scoffs Feel Good Food in Horsforth is their favourite Leeds business. Tracy said: “Banging plant based scran.” | Scoffs Feel Good Food/Google Photo: Scoffs Feel Good Food/Google
12. The New Masons Arms
YEP reader Natalie Hargrave said The New Masons Arms in Aberford Rd, Oulton, is their favourite Leeds business. | The New Masons Arms/Google Photo: The New Masons Arms/Google