Taking recommendations from people who know the city the best - our readers - we have rounded up 13 of the best places for lunch in Leeds.
There’s something for everyone on this list - from pizza and risotto to Greek street food and sushi.

7. The Whitehall Restaurant & Bar
The Whitehall Restaurant & Bar in West Point is the tenth most booked restaurant in Leeds. It is rated as 'exceptional' by OpenTable reviewers. One customer said: "We love our Sunday roast at Whitehall and would fully recommend this restaurant. Staff very friendly and helpful." Photo: Google

8. Casa Alba
Located in Headingley, this Italian restaurant has been named one of the best restaurants in Leeds to have lunch. It opened in the summer last year and has quickly become a top-rated eatery. | James Hardisty/National World Photo: James Hardisty

9. La Piola, Park Square
La Piola, in Park Square, is another fantastic place to get lunch in Leeds. This cafe and bistro offers a fresh menu of homemade Italian food. | Google Photo: Google

10. La Petite
La Petite Bar & Restaurant, in Roundhay, has been voted one of the best places to get lunch in Leeds. The Mediterranean restaurant and grill serves pasta, risotto, pizza, meat and fish dishes. | La Petite/Google Photo: La Petite/Google
11. Saint Jude
Saint Jude, in Sunny Bank Mills, is one of the best places to get lunch in Leeds according to YEP readers. The bar offers food and brunch from 9am, including wood fired bagels and burgers, and serves drinks until late. | Saint Jude/Google Photo: Saint Jude/Google

12. Juici Sushi
Juici Sushi, located on Britannia Street, is a YEP reader recommendation for lunch in Leeds. Beyond sushi, the restaurant offers a “combination of oriental and western street food” including pad thai to bao buns. | Google Photo: Google


