I’ve always enjoyed an evening out in the Leeds suburb, from dining at its popular Greek restaurant Zorbas to drinks in family-run bar The Assembly just around the corner. And if you don’t fancy the hustle and bustle of the city centre, then Cross Gates is a more relaxed but still lively spot to enjoy a tasty meal and a drink or two.
Here’s my ultimate guide to a night out in the Leeds suburb – with 15 restaurants, bars and pubs to choose from
. Guide to a night in Cross Gates
Here are 15 restaurants, bars and pubs to choose from Photo: National World
. New Travellers Rest
We're starting at the New Travellers Rest on Cross Gates Lane. This bustling pub is one of Cross Gates' cheery locals, showing live sports every day so you can watch the big game with a cold, refreshing pint of your favourite lager in hand. Photo: Tony Johnson
. La Cantina44
A short walk onto Austhorpe Road is La Cantina44, a family-run Mediterranean restaurant serving a vast menu including pasta, pizza, grill dishes and a range of tasty desserts. Photo: Tony Johnson
. Out Out Bar
Further down Austhorpe Road you'll find this laidback bar run by a local owner and local staff. Out Out Bar serves a variety of drinks from San Miguel, cask ale, gins and other spirits, as well as hosting live music and serving coffee and sweet treats during the day. Photo: Tony Johnson
. The Grill O
Located at 29 Austhorpe Road is The Grill'O, which boasts an open kitchen where chefs can interact with their guests while showcasing their talents. The menu offers a wide-range of tasty comfort food, from fried chicken and rolo wraps to burgers and kids meals. Photo: Tony Johnson
. The Charles Henry Roe
One of Leeds' newest Wetherspoon pubs is The Charles Henry Roe on Austhorpe Road, opened in summer 2020. Wetherspoon bosses picked the name after the Transport Yorkshire Preservation Group approached them with the idea of paying tribute to caochbuilder Mr Roe, who died in 1965. Historical photos and details of local history, as well as artwork and images of local scenes and characters, are displayed in the pub, along with bus-related artefacts. Photo: Tony Johnson
. Nawaz
Nawaz is an Indian restaurant located in 51-53 Austhorpe Road. Its menu includes charcoal specials, tandoori dishes, biryani specials and a children's corner. Photo: Tony Johnson
1. Guide to a night in Cross Gates
Here are 15 restaurants, bars and pubs to choose from Photo: National World
2. New Travellers Rest
We're starting at the New Travellers Rest on Cross Gates Lane. This bustling pub is one of Cross Gates' cheery locals, showing live sports every day so you can watch the big game with a cold, refreshing pint of your favourite lager in hand. Photo: Tony Johnson
3. La Cantina44
A short walk onto Austhorpe Road is La Cantina44, a family-run Mediterranean restaurant serving a vast menu including pasta, pizza, grill dishes and a range of tasty desserts. Photo: Tony Johnson
4. Out Out Bar
Further down Austhorpe Road you'll find this laidback bar run by a local owner and local staff. Out Out Bar serves a variety of drinks from San Miguel, cask ale, gins and other spirits, as well as hosting live music and serving coffee and sweet treats during the day. Photo: Tony Johnson
5. The Grill O
Located at 29 Austhorpe Road is The Grill'O, which boasts an open kitchen where chefs can interact with their guests while showcasing their talents. The menu offers a wide-range of tasty comfort food, from fried chicken and rolo wraps to burgers and kids meals. Photo: Tony Johnson
6. The Charles Henry Roe
One of Leeds' newest Wetherspoon pubs is The Charles Henry Roe on Austhorpe Road, opened in summer 2020. Wetherspoon bosses picked the name after the Transport Yorkshire Preservation Group approached them with the idea of paying tribute to caochbuilder Mr Roe, who died in 1965. Historical photos and details of local history, as well as artwork and images of local scenes and characters, are displayed in the pub, along with bus-related artefacts. Photo: Tony Johnson