With the weather getting warmer and summer arriving, many of us are getting out more and exploring the city, catching up with friends and family over a bite to eat.
We’re lucky to have so much choice on our doorsteps in Leeds, from fine-dining restaurants to casual delis, from the city centre to suburbs.
To make your decision easier, we’ve rounded up the best-rated places to eat in the city according to customer reviews on the Tripadvisor website.
!["I tried the new Lahori Chicken Karahi. A sublimely delicious meal served with confidence, speed and a big smile by Zeel. Highly recommend."](https://www.thestar.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOjRmY2U5NGM5LTRhYTQtNGIyNy1iNDYyLWFkMjQ4ZTg5OGFlYzo0NzBlYWVmYy04ODg4LTQ1ZjktYWI3OS1lMWExNDk2NGJlMDg=.jpg?crop=3:2&trim=&width=800)
13. MyLahore
"I tried the new Lahori Chicken Karahi. A sublimely delicious meal served with confidence, speed and a big smile by Zeel. Highly recommend." | James HardistyPhoto: James Hardisty
!["Another fabulous Sunday lunch for 10 of us. So friendly to big table not a problem and the food was superb. Large portions of meat and vegetables -cooked perfectly. Not rushed and extra gravy etc offered. Desserts also a great size and delicious."](https://www.thestar.co.uk/jpim-static/image/2024/02/14/12/07/the%20stables%20bar%20and%20restaurant%2C%20elisabeth%20pugh.jpg.jpg?crop=3:2&trim=&width=800)
14. The Stables Bar & Restaurant
"Another fabulous Sunday lunch for 10 of us. So friendly to big table not a problem and the food was superb. Large portions of meat and vegetables -cooked perfectly. Not rushed and extra gravy etc offered. Desserts also a great size and delicious." | Elisabeth Pugh/GooglePhoto: Elisabeth Pugh/Google
!["Ordered two smashed beef burgers and large fries. The value for money was decent at just over £10. Many positives, the fries were fantastic loaded with toppings of your choice, jalapeños, gherkin, cheese, with a wide selection of sauces. The fries were crisp, plentiful and well seasoned."](https://www.thestar.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOmEwYzViZjA5LWNlZTAtNDgxZC1hOGRiLTY3MzMyMWY2YmVmMToyZGYzMjc1NC01YTMxLTRjNGItODRiMC1iNjAxNWZiNmZmZDc=.jpg?crop=3:2&trim=&width=746)
15. LS6 Dutch Fries
"Ordered two smashed beef burgers and large fries. The value for money was decent at just over £10. Many positives, the fries were fantastic loaded with toppings of your choice, jalapeños, gherkin, cheese, with a wide selection of sauces. The fries were crisp, plentiful and well seasoned." | GooglePhoto: Google
!["I found this hidden gem in our locality and it’s a hidden gem - run as a family is Best Mediterranean food I have ever had, no exaggeration. Everything we tried was five star. The hospitality is great , something that only could be found in family run business."](https://www.thestar.co.uk/jpim-static/image/2024/05/25/14/39/La%20Palmera.jpg?crop=3:2&trim=&width=779)
16. La Palmera
"I found this hidden gem in our locality and it’s a hidden gem - run as a family is Best Mediterranean food I have ever had, no exaggeration. Everything we tried was five star. The hospitality is great , something that only could be found in family run business." | GooglePhoto: Google
!["The best ever fish and chips in the country by far. Great value, superb tasting food. Do not drive past without trying, you won't buy anywhere else. The most friendly shop and service 5 stars all day long."](https://www.thestar.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOjM1YTk3YmViLTQ3ZDYtNDEzNi05MTIyLTYwMDc4MDFhMzIxZTo5NDkwODYwMy1mNjg1LTQ0MTMtOTM3My0yMmNkN2ViNmUwZDU=.jpg?crop=3:2&trim=&width=800)
17. Original Fisheries
"The best ever fish and chips in the country by far. Great value, superb tasting food. Do not drive past without trying, you won't buy anywhere else. The most friendly shop and service 5 stars all day long." | GooglePhoto: Google
!["Just called for a latte and a hot chocolate. They were both very hot and tasted great. Karl served us and waited on our table. He was very friendly and helpful."](https://www.thestar.co.uk/jpim-static/image/2024/05/25/14/44/Costa%20otley.jpg?crop=3:2&trim=&width=800)
18. Costa Coffee (Oltey)
"Just called for a latte and a hot chocolate. They were both very hot and tasted great. Karl served us and waited on our table. He was very friendly and helpful." | GooglePhoto: Google