13 of the best-rated pubs in Leeds for food and what customers have to say including Duck & Drake

Published 24th May 2024, 16:30 BST

From Sunday roasts to pork pies, Leeds boozers can do it all.

And we have rounded up 13 of the best pubs in Leeds for food, according to Google reviews, for you to try next.

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There’s something for everyone on this list - from Thai street food to vegan smashed burgers.

Midnight Bell, located in Water Lane, has a rating of 4.4 stars from 1,332 Google reviews. A customer at the Midnight Bell said: “This was my first time in the UK. I’ve heard about the meat pies here, but I’ve never had one before. The steak and ale pie here was DELICIOUS! If I’m ever back in town again, I know where I’m going!”

1. Midnight Bell

Midnight Bell, located in Water Lane, has a rating of 4.4 stars from 1,332 Google reviews. A customer at the Midnight Bell said: “This was my first time in the UK. I’ve heard about the meat pies here, but I’ve never had one before. The steak and ale pie here was DELICIOUS! If I’m ever back in town again, I know where I’m going!” Photo: Google

The Bingley Arms, located in Bardsley, has a rating of 4.6 stars from 733 Google reviews. A customer at the Bingley Arms said: “We've been absolutely spoiled tonight. The food is outrageously good, not a single thing let it down across 4 meals. Even the side veg was made flavoursome. Lovely staff too. We'll definitely be back! Thanks.”

2. The Bingley Arms

The Bingley Arms, located in Bardsley, has a rating of 4.6 stars from 733 Google reviews. A customer at the Bingley Arms said: “We've been absolutely spoiled tonight. The food is outrageously good, not a single thing let it down across 4 meals. Even the side veg was made flavoursome. Lovely staff too. We'll definitely be back! Thanks.” Photo: Dede Dwight/Google

The Old Peacock, located in Elland Road, has a rating of 4.5 stars from 775 Google reviews. A customer at the Old Peacock said: “Great place for a drink and some lovely Thai food, bar staff were really friendly and the waiter in the Thai restaurant was also great. Worth a visit if you’re nearby and need some food. This isn’t your usual ‘next to the stadium pub’.”

3. The Old Peacock

The Old Peacock, located in Elland Road, has a rating of 4.5 stars from 775 Google reviews. A customer at the Old Peacock said: “Great place for a drink and some lovely Thai food, bar staff were really friendly and the waiter in the Thai restaurant was also great. Worth a visit if you’re nearby and need some food. This isn’t your usual ‘next to the stadium pub’.” Photo: Steve Riding

Myrtle Tavern, located in Parkside Road, has a rating of 4.5 stars from 1,078 Google reviews. A customer at Myrtle Tavern said: “Charming and offers a lovely atmosphere with indoor and outdoor seating area. It's perfect for families, shining especially bright in the sunlight. A fantastic spot for a relaxed meal.”

4. Myrtle Tavern

Myrtle Tavern, located in Parkside Road, has a rating of 4.5 stars from 1,078 Google reviews. A customer at Myrtle Tavern said: “Charming and offers a lovely atmosphere with indoor and outdoor seating area. It's perfect for families, shining especially bright in the sunlight. A fantastic spot for a relaxed meal.” Photo: James Hardisty

Cardigan Arms, located in Kirkstall Road, has a rating of 4.6 stars from 948 Google reviews. A customer at Cardigan Arms said: “A destination pub! Great ales, great food / bar snacks. I love the multi roomed layout, the carpeted floors, the well kept ales. I will come again.”

5. The Cardigan Arms

Cardigan Arms, located in Kirkstall Road, has a rating of 4.6 stars from 948 Google reviews. A customer at Cardigan Arms said: “A destination pub! Great ales, great food / bar snacks. I love the multi roomed layout, the carpeted floors, the well kept ales. I will come again.” Photo: Simon Hulme

A Nation of Shopkeepers, located in Cookridge Street, has a rating of 4.4 stars from 2,411 Google reviews. A customer at A Nation of Shopkeepers said: “Came for the £10 lunch deal, staff were lovely and the classic burger and the steak chimichurri sub were amazing. Great price and would come back again.”

6. A Nation of Shopkeepers

A Nation of Shopkeepers, located in Cookridge Street, has a rating of 4.4 stars from 2,411 Google reviews. A customer at A Nation of Shopkeepers said: “Came for the £10 lunch deal, staff were lovely and the classic burger and the steak chimichurri sub were amazing. Great price and would come back again.” Photo: Tony Johnson

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