Leeds is home to plenty of restaurants that have earned praise from diners and critics, but some have gone a step further and picked up major food awards.
From Michelin Bib Gourmands recognising good-quality food at affordable prices to winners of the Yorkshire Evening Post’s own Oliver Awards, these restaurants have been recognised for everything from fine dining and world food to pizza and street food.
We’ve rounded up 13 Leeds restaurants with awards to their name - including some of the city’s best-known names and a few you might not have tried yet.
7. Homeboy Pizza Co.
Homeboy Pizza Co. has won Best Takeaway at the Oliver Awards in both 2025 and 2026, making it a two-time winner of the category. | YEP Photo: Bruce Rollinson
8. TADA Japanese
TADA was named Best World Restaurant at the 2025 Oliver Awards. | YEP Photo: Gerard Binks
9. Azotea Rooftop Bar & Restaurant
Azotea was named Best Hotel Restaurant at the 2026 Oliver Awards, beating fellow finalists including Dakota Hotel Leeds, Cinnamon Kitchen and The Calverley Grill. | YEP Photo: Gerard Binks
10. Uyare
Uyare was crowned Best Fine Dining Experience at the 2026 Oliver Awards. | YEP Photo: Gerard Binks
11. Hooyah Burgers
Hooyah Burgers won Best Takeaway at the 2024 Oliver Awards. The city centre restaurant was named an official finalist at the British Burger Awards 2025 and was shortlisted in the Deliveroo Restaurant Awards. | YEP
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12. Dakota Bar & Grill
The Grill at Dakota Leeds won Best Hotel Restaurant at the 2024 Oliver Awards. Dakota Leeds also won Best Hotel Restaurant at the 2023 Olivers, alongside Chef of the Year for former head chef Craig Rogan. | Tripadvisor