Best Restaurants in Leeds

In total, there are 8 award winning restaurants in Leeds, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more restaurants in Leeds? Remember at Leading Restaurants we only list restaurants holding awards from major restaurant guides; currently less than 3% of all restaurants in the UK and Ireland hold an award from a major guide.

The best restaurant in Leeds is Prashad in Bradford (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Minal Patel serves up award winning Indian Vegetarian Cuisine. Prashad currently holds a Michelin Bib Gourmand and 2 AA Rosettes.

There are currently no restaurants holding a Michelin Star in Leeds, however there are 2 restaurants holding a Michelin Bib Gourmand and 3 restaurants holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

There are currently 4 listed AA Rosette restaurants in Leeds consisting of 1 restaurant holding 2 AA Rosettes and 3 restaurants holding 1 AA Rosette.

Sitting proudly in the heart of Yorkshire, Leeds boasts a rich tapestry of culinary history that has evolved and flexed its gastronomical muscle to become a food haven in the United Kingdom. From traditional Yorkshire pudding to modern, international cuisine, Leeds offers an eclectic mix that reflects the city's rich history of trade and immigration. From the ancient cooking pots of the Industrial Revolution, when Leeds was a colossal wool trading centre, this industrious city held an unconventional food culture. The traditional "honest, hearty grub" linked to the Victorian working classes has since experienced a dramatic evolution. Today, Leeds' bustling dining scene is painted with vibrant streaks of various international cuisines, matching its cosmopolitan character. Every corner within this city offers a different palate pleasure, between buzzing street food markets, historic pubs serving time-honoured ale and hearty grub, to a variety of multi-Michelin-starred restaurants, catering to the more exquisite dining connoisseurs. To delve into Leeds' culinary sphere is to embark on an exciting, rich, and tantalising journey through time and cultures.