When it comes to the most important meal of the day, Leeds residents do not mess around. We asked Yorkshire Evening Post readers on our Facebook page to name the absolute best fry-up in the city - and the responses came thick, fast, heavily buttered and with a cup of tea to wash the answers down with.
If you’re someone looking to cure a heavy weekend, fuel a long week ahead, or you just appreciate the precise structural engineering of a perfect hash brown holding back a flood of baked beans, everyone has a favourite breakfast spot.
We sifted through the nominations from our readers to find the ultimate breakfast champions across the city.
From hidden estate gems to long-standing institutions, here are the top nine places Leeds foodies say you have to visit.
7. Kirkgate Market Cafes
You can't talk about a proper Leeds breakfast without mentioning the historic indoor market. Multiple readers, including Damian Joey Benjamin and Mags McMichael, urged food lovers to head inside to the café at the top of the market for an authentic, bustling, grease-themed breakfast experience. 🍳 Vicar Lane, City Centre, Leeds, LS2 7HY | Gerard Binks
8. Sam’s Urban Food Hall
Proving that great food thrives on the outskirts of the city, Sam's Urban Food Hall was singled out by top fan Elizabeth Wood. It has built up a fantastic reputation with locals, with Elizabeth simply noting: "The breakfast is delicious." 🍳 20-24 Station Rd, Allerton Bywater, Castleford WF10 2BP | Google Reviews
9. Rose's Cafe
The beauty of the Leeds breakfast scene is that every neighbourhood has its local hero. Perfectly situated opposite Seacroft Hospital, Rose's was championed by Keith Bellhouse and Louise Blackburn for serving up consistently "brilliant brekkies" with a warm welcome. 🍳 York Rd, Seacroft, Leeds LS14 6AX | Google Reviews