As the weather warms up, it’s time to put on our shades and head out for a cocktail or a pint, and a beer garden is the perfect choice.
Fortunately, Leeds offers a wide selection of beer gardens and roof terraces, from the suburbs to the city centre.
This week, we have compiled a list of 15 of the best beer gardens in Leeds to enjoy a drink this summer along with what previous visitors had to say on Google.
7. Belgrave Music Hall, Cross Belgrave Street
Belgrave Music Hall is not only a massive indoor venue with live events, bars and food on offer, but it also has a very big rooftop terrace. Simon D. Malka said: "Top choice for a lively drink. Good selection of beer, with some great pizza to go with it. The staff are lovely and the rooftop garden provides loads of comfortable, sheltered outdoor seating with decent tunes you can talk over playing in the background." | James Hardisty
8. The White House, Wetherby Road
This pub sits right on the edge of Roundhay Park and boasts a large beer garden to the front Reviewer Lorna Whattam said this: "The White House is the perfect place for a bite to eat after a walk round Roundhay Lake. Dog friendly and a cosy atmosphere makes it very inviting." | The White House
9. Myrtle Tavern, Parkside Road
Tom Lennox said this about Myrtle Tavern and its award-winning beer garden: "Excellent, very family friendly pub. Lovely atmosphere. Great crowd of people. The non-smoking family beer garden has a wonderful play area, including climbing frame, swings, slides, dens and some rabbits. A beautiful place to relax on a sunny afternoon. Highest recommendation." | TripAdvisor
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10. The Original Oak,
This Headingley pub boasts Leeds' arguably largest beer garden. Reviewer Joe Medford wrote: "Indeed, it is the eighth wonder of the world! With the biggest fixed outdoor pub screen in the UK! This truly the best beer garden in England! Traditional pub downstairs with THE most impressive beer garden in existence." | Paul K/Google
11. Green Room, Wellington Street
This recently extended city centre pub boasts an excellent rooftop beer garden. Siobhan Murphy had this to say: "Love the new Green Room, such a great vibe. Cocktails are good and service. Best roof terrace in Leeds!" | Simon Hulme
12. Headrow House
Like a jumped up version of its older sibling venue the Belgrave's, Headrow House's beer garden is something to marvel at. Will O'Hara wrote: "Amazing rooftop beer garden. Lovely sunny day and plenty of space to sit, good beers too. Little bit back off the street which means it maybe doesn't get as busy. Easy to walk past it - look for the small sign above the arch." | National World