The Moot Hall Arms was the clear favourite, with readers including Christopher Capell saying “you won't be disappointed” and Paul Schofield declaring: “Defo Moot, peacock MOT.” | YEP

placeholder image — The Moot Hall Arms was the clear favourite, with readers including Christopher Capell saying “you won't be disappointed” and Paul Schofield declaring: “Defo Moot, peacock MOT.” | YEP

Leeds United fans name 13 great pubs for a pre-match pint near Elland Road

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Published 1st Sep 2026, 16:30 BST

We asked Yorkshire Evening Post readers to name the best pub for a pre-match pint near Elland Road – and these are the places that came out on top

A pre-game pint is almost as important as the game itself. And with so many pubs around the city firmly dedicated to Leeds United, there are plenty of options to choose from.

We asked YEP readers to recommend their favourite pub for a pre-match pint near Elland Road, and the answers range from the obvious to some less expected.

Here are the 13 most popular answers:

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13. The Queen

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Leeds United fans name 13 great pubs for a pre-match pint near Elland Road

We asked Yorkshire Evening Post readers to name the best pub for a pre-match pint near Elland Road – and these are the places that came out on top

13. The Queen

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