There is no shortage of cafes in Leeds and it can be difficult to decide where to go next, where to try the best coffee and the best food. We have rounded up seven of the best rated coffee shops in the city centre – according to Google reviews.
It will no surprise to many that the infamous Laynes Espresso, on New Station Street, and La Bottega Milanese, on Bond Court, has made it on this list. Laynes Espresso is widely known for truly revolutionising the independent coffee scene in the city and has recently undergone refurbishment. La Bottega Milanese brought Milan to Leeds and quickly became a local favourite.
Here are seven of the top-rated cafes in the city centre.

7. Stage Espresso and Brew Bar
Stage Espresso and Brewbar has a rating of 4.8 from 283 Google reviews. A customer at Stage Espresso and Brewbar said: "Best coffee in Leeds by a mile! Brilliant food and cake and wonderful service! Absolute bargain for batch brew as well! Been going everyday for a while now and it's the best place, good selection of retail beans and very knowledgeable staff." Photo: Google

8. La Bottega Milanese
La Bottega Milanese has a 4.6 star rating from 829 Google reviews. A customer at La Bottega Milanese said: "Great coffee shop just off Park Row. Coffee is tasty and great cakes too. I had the pistachio cheesecake which was gorgeous! Often busy but a nice chill atmosphere if you can grab a seat. Worth visiting over the usual chain of high street coffee shops." Photo: Submitted


