Leeds pubs: 11 best pubs for food according to TripAdvisor reviews including Adelphi and White Swan

Leeds is known for its eclectic bars and pubs serving delicious drinks – but where are the best pubs to grab a bite?

Published 4th Aug 2023, 16:30 BST

Whether you are craving Yorkshire puddings, Sunday’s roast or fish and chips, Leeds pubs have you covered.

Here are the 11 best pubs in the city for food – from the Scarborough Hotel, which has just celebrated its 200 years anniversary, to the Adelphi, known for its distinct period decor.

Here are the 11 best pubs for food in Leeds according to TripAdvisor reviews.

1. 11 best pubs for food in Leeds

Here are the 11 best pubs for food in Leeds according to TripAdvisor reviews. Photo: National World

A customer at The Scarborough Hotel, city centre, said: "The Scarborough is fantastic - friendly & helpful staff, delicious food & beer. It was our go-to place after a long day at the Ashes and for the 5 days, never disappointed. Highly recommend the fish and chips."

2. The Scarborough Hotel

A customer at The Scarborough Hotel, city centre, said: "The Scarborough is fantastic - friendly & helpful staff, delicious food & beer. It was our go-to place after a long day at the Ashes and for the 5 days, never disappointed. Highly recommend the fish and chips." Photo: Simon Hulme

A customer at The Adelphi, Hunslet, said: "Here for work purposes. Had lunch and the cauliflower wings were amazing. Such and old world pub but amazingly clean and well maintained inside. We made use of the function room which would be perfect for a party in the future. Would definitely return."

3. The Adelphi

A customer at The Adelphi, Hunslet, said: "Here for work purposes. Had lunch and the cauliflower wings were amazing. Such and old world pub but amazingly clean and well maintained inside. We made use of the function room which would be perfect for a party in the future. Would definitely return." Photo: James Hardisty

A customer at The White Swan, city centre, said: "Pre theatre lunch and as always an excellent experience, Warm welcoming staff, Excellent food and 20% discount when you show them your theatre tickets so what’s not to like!!! Whenever I am in Leeds I always eat here, I love this place."

4. The White Swan

A customer at The White Swan, city centre, said: "Pre theatre lunch and as always an excellent experience, Warm welcoming staff, Excellent food and 20% discount when you show them your theatre tickets so what’s not to like!!! Whenever I am in Leeds I always eat here, I love this place." Photo: Google

A customer at Bowers Tap, city centre, said: "The service was great during the whole time that we were at brunch. Beth was great, making sure everything was alright and if we ever needed anything. The food was great and we would definitely come again!"

5. Bowers Tap

A customer at Bowers Tap, city centre, said: "The service was great during the whole time that we were at brunch. Beth was great, making sure everything was alright and if we ever needed anything. The food was great and we would definitely come again!" Photo: Google

A customer at Woodies Ale House, Otley Road, said: "Simply, a great pub. Food, although simple, is delicious and not overpriced, choice of drinks plentiful and the staff are welcoming. Called a couple of times recently and, if I could, would dig up in its entirety, move to Barnsley and repot there so could visit more regularly."

6. Woodies Ale House

A customer at Woodies Ale House, Otley Road, said: "Simply, a great pub. Food, although simple, is delicious and not overpriced, choice of drinks plentiful and the staff are welcoming. Called a couple of times recently and, if I could, would dig up in its entirety, move to Barnsley and repot there so could visit more regularly." Photo: Tony Johnson

TripAdvisor Leeds Yorkshire