This week, we're taking a look at the restaurants in Leeds that have received the highest possible food hygiene rating following inspections by the Food Standards Agency in 2026.
We've excluded cafes, takeaways and pubs, focusing solely on sit-down restaurants inspected so far this year.
Food hygiene ratings are awarded by the Food Standards Agency following inspections of restaurants, pubs, cafes, takeaways and other food businesses.
Ratings range from zero to five, with a score of five meaning hygiene standards are considered "very good". A rating of one means "major improvement is necessary".
Here are the 27 sit-down restaurants in Leeds which have impressed inspectors so far this year:
13. Mumtaz - 5★
Mumtaz, on Chadwick Street, Leeds Dock, was inspected on February 17, 2026. | Iconic Media Photo: Simon Hulme
14. Nazam's Indian Kitchen - 5★
Nazam's in Woodhouse Street, Woodhouse, was inspected on May 11, 2026. | Nazams/Google
.webp?trim=0,0,0,0&crop=&width=680)
15. Prezzo Italian - 5★
Prezzo in The Light, Leeds City Centre, was inspected on April 27, 2026. | S Miah/Google
16. Sapori Italian - 5★
Sapori on Otley Old Road, Cookridge, was inspected on February 16, 2026. | Google Reviews
18. Shears Yard - 5★
This restaurant on Wharf Street in the city centre was inspected on January 17, 2026. | Iconic Media Photo: Simon Hulme