11 of the best rooftop bars and beer gardens in Leeds as city set for May heatwave

Published 29th Apr 2023, 11:45 BST

Updated 18th May 2023, 21:11 BST

A heatwave is heading to Leeds as the city is set to bask in sunshine this weekend.

And with the weekend and a bank holiday coming up later this month, we’ve pulled together a list of some of Leeds’ best rooftop bars and pub gardens where you can enjoy a stunning view and soak up a little sun.

How many have you ticked off your list?

Here are some of the best rooftop bars and pub gardens in the city.

1. Best rooftop bars and pub gardens in Leeds

Here are some of the best rooftop bars and pub gardens in the city. Photo: Submitted

In the heart of Leeds is the much-loved Green Room, on Wellington Street. It has one of the largest terraces in the city and offers cocktails, gin, wine and beer. From the hours of 10am to 3pm, it also offers brunch, coffee and cake.

2. Green Room, City Centre

In the heart of Leeds is the much-loved Green Room, on Wellington Street. It has one of the largest terraces in the city and offers cocktails, gin, wine and beer. From the hours of 10am to 3pm, it also offers brunch, coffee and cake. Photo: Simon Hulme

Headrow House, located in the city centre, has two roof terraces but is so more than just a rooftop bar. The building which spans four floors also has a beer hall, a restaurant and hosts many musical events.

3. Headrow House, City Centre

Headrow House, located in the city centre, has two roof terraces but is so more than just a rooftop bar. The building which spans four floors also has a beer hall, a restaurant and hosts many musical events. Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe

Located in Dakota Hotel, Salon Prive is in the heart of the city and its terrace overseas Greek Street. It offers many savoury dishes, sides and an extensive drinks menu that includes signature cocktails, wine and champagne.

4. Salon Prive, City Centre

Located in Dakota Hotel, Salon Prive is in the heart of the city and its terrace overseas Greek Street. It offers many savoury dishes, sides and an extensive drinks menu that includes signature cocktails, wine and champagne. Photo: Tony Johnson

IF Up North announced it has taken over the former East Parade Social, with the revamped bar set to reopen this weekend. If Rooftop promises specialty cocktails, live DJs and stunning rooftop views over Leeds city centre.

5. IF Rooftop, City Centre

IF Up North announced it has taken over the former East Parade Social, with the revamped bar set to reopen this weekend. If Rooftop promises specialty cocktails, live DJs and stunning rooftop views over Leeds city centre. Photo: Submitted

Kirkstall Bridge Inn is a pub located at the edge of the River Aire. It has beer from Kirkstall Brewery and beyond and serves a renowned menu of food and drinks. It also has a lovely waterside beer garden for guests to enjoy.

6. Kirkstall Bridge Inn, Kirkstall

Kirkstall Bridge Inn is a pub located at the edge of the River Aire. It has beer from Kirkstall Brewery and beyond and serves a renowned menu of food and drinks. It also has a lovely waterside beer garden for guests to enjoy. Photo: NW