They say (Joni Mitchell, I believe if you require a source) that you don't know what you've got 'til it's gone, and in a city that evolves as fast as Leeds, that definitely applies to our favourite haunts.
Whether it was the underground gig venue where you saw a future superstar, the restaurant where you celebrated every milestone, or the nightclub where the dancefloor was famously "revolving," we all have that one "lost" spot we’d bring back in a heartbeat.
We recently asked Yorkshire Evening Post readers to fill in the blank: "The lost Leeds pub, bar, or restaurant I miss the most is____" and the floodgates opened.
We were overwhelmed with hundreds of memories, from the 1970s rock circuit to the neon-soaked clubbing era of the 90s and 00s.
Some of these buildings are now supermarkets, some are luxury flats, and others are just empty shells, but the stories remain.
We’ve sifted through your suggestions to find the 21 most-mentioned legends that defined a night out in our city - and if you’re interested in some more retro Leeds content, why not check out the incredible work journalist Andrew Hutchinson pens frequently?
7. The Fforde Grene
More than just a pub; it was a legendary music venue and a massive community landmark. It's a 'proper' Leeds institution that readers still mourn today. | Tony Johnson Photo: Tony Johnson
8. Pig & Whistle
Tucked away near the Merrion Centre, this was the go-to 'proper' pub for many. It was the essential first stop for a pint before heading into the nearby clubs. | Dan Oxtoby
9. Planet Earth
Famous for its rotating dance floor and those 'Monday night cheap drinks,' it defined an era of neon-soaked city-centre nightlife that many wish they could revisit. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
10. The Mucky Duck
A name that echoes through the comments more than almost any other. It’s a quintessentially 'Leeds' nickname for a spot that is firmly in the city's Hall of Fame. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
11. Fab Café
The ultimate 'geek-chic' spot where you could grab a drink next to a Dalek. Its closure was a truly 'Fab' loss to the city’s quirky and alternative bar scene. Rumour has it Jack Black even once frequented the old haunt. | YPN
12. The Vine
A legendary haunt for many a 'stagger' through town. Readers remember it as a staple of the Leeds circuit - even if the memories of leaving are a little hazy. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net