And luckily for us, there are many fantastic spots across the city offering everything from cappuccinos with the perfect amount of foam to iced chai lattes.
We asked our readers for the best independent coffee shop in Leeds - and they delivered. With many in the city centre, there are some brilliant cafes worth a small trip out to.
Here are 19 independent coffee shops that have left a mark on their customers.
13. Flamingos Coffee House
Flamingos Coffee House, in Central Arcade, has also made the list. It is the city's only dry LGBTQ+ friendly coffee house. | Flamingos Coffee House Photo: Flamingos Coffee House
14. Bean & Gone Espresso Bar
Bean & Gone Espresso Bar, in Pudsey, was also named one of the best independent coffee shops in the city. It offers speciality coffee. | Bean & Gone Espresso Bar/Google Photo: Bean & Gone Espresso Bar/Google
15. Honey Coffee Bike Cafe
Beeston coffee shop Honey Coffee Bike was named one of the best in Leeds by YEP readers. It does more than just coffee - you can also find brunch, cake and paninis and more at Honey Coffee Bike. | Google Photo: Google
16. Lucky Days
Lucky Days, in Albion Place, is a hard place to miss with its vibrant exterior. Named one of the best independent coffee shops in Leeds, the venue boasts an impressive menu. | Michael/Google Photo: Michael/Google
17. Best Cafe/Deli
Gray’s, in Rothwell, was suggested a number of times by YEP readers. The independent business scooped the Best Cafe/Deli award at the Oliver Awards 2023. | James Hardisty/National World Photo: James Hardisty
18. Apotheco
Apotheco, in Collingham, has also made the list. The family-run business offers speciality coffee in its sustainable homewares shop. | Apotheco/Google Photo: Apotheco/Google