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A photo of The Ivy Asia, Leeds restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(2363)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary Asian • Leeds
Booked 120 times today
The Ivy Asia brings beautiful fusion flavours, exotic cocktails and late night entertainment to the heart of Leeds, every night of the week.Located in Leeds’ Victoria Quarter – we are perfectly placed for shoppers, tourists and locals alike, offering a glamorous getaway with stunning décor and fantastic fusion flavours, seven days a week. Whether carnivore or plant-based, you’ll find dishes to delight. Our menu features pan-Asian classics with a twist – cooked with passion and presented with care. The result is a dining experience that will live on in the memory long after dessert is done.A glamorous destination restaurant serving incredible Asian-inspired dishes for lunch, afternoon tea and dinner, plus exotic cocktails late into the night, it offers all those who visit an experience they’ll remember forever.
A photo of Riva Blu Italian Restaurant & Bar - Leeds City Centre restaurant
4.5
Awesome(324)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Leeds
Booked 38 times today
Located in on Park Row in the heart of Leeds, Riva Blu Italian Restaurant & Bar boasts an open kitchen, cocktail bar and a small but perfectly formed alfresco terrace, so you can dine all’aperto “in the open air”. Our restaurant features our distinctive plush nautical-inspired interiors- the colour of tranquil Italian seas. The friendly team will transport you in style to experience a true taste of Italy here in the UK, bringing style, sass and glamour to modern Italian dining.Riva Blu Italian Restaurant & Bar invites you to experience authentic Italian dining in Leeds. We believe that Italian dining is all about La Dolce Vita – the sweet life! That’s why we use only the finest ingredients to create all of our drinks & dishes. Add to the mix a touch of 1960’s high society glamour and we have the perfect recipe for an authentic, modern, Italian experience in the heart of Leeds.
A photo of Sukhothai - City Centre restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(146)
Price: Moderate
• Thai • Leeds
Booked 1 time today
Our flagship site in Leeds City Centre restaurant, on South Parade, is the perfect place to enjoy authentic Thai food in the heart of Leeds; be it for business or pleasure. Now featuring a fabulous lower dining floor and VIP room (available for hire) it's the best place to enjoy all the usual Sukhothai quality and excellence.
A photo of Ma-Hé Coastal Indian restaurant
4.1
Excellent(36)
Price: Moderate
• Indian • Leeds
Booked 6 times today
Welcome to india’s hidden kitchen..Coming Fresh new flavours and an odyssey into coastal cuisine await. For the first time, Ma-He’ has united the unexplored cuisines of five of India’s coastline regions: with signature small-plates and sharing platters from Kerala, Goa, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh. We want to take you on a journey, to share our passion with you, and to show you the cuisine of our homes. To make the menu more exciting, we have also added some signature North Indian dishes to our menu. Our curries are made with fresh, natural ingredients sourced from India’s coastal region and generally paired with staples such as rice, appams and dosas. We are excited to invite you on a unique culinary journey. Our passion for using authentic ingredients and maintaining traditional, local cooking methods will surprise and delight you.Welcome to Ma-He’!
A photo of OBA Kitchen and Bar restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(277)
Price: Moderate
• Fusion / Eclectic • Leeds
Booked 7 times today
Delicious Discounts! 🎉🍹 Sip on the vibrant flavours of togetherness with our special offer: 2 tantalising cocktails for just £14! It’s happy hour all day FROM SUNDAY TO THURSDAY!*🍹🍹
A photo of Sous Le Nez restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1815)
Price: Expensive
• Bistro • Leeds
Booked 20 times today
It’s all about a different atmosphere. It’s about good food. It’s about good service and attention to detail. There’s a reason Sous Le Nez is renowned in Leeds. In fact, our award-winning basement bar and bistro – in a handy, city centre location – has been providing mouth-watering food to Leeds diners since 1991. Our wine list is as unique as it is extensive, and our lunchtime and evening menus are creative and very popular.
A photo of Iberica Leeds restaurant
4.2
Awesome(1219)
Price: Expensive
• Spanish • Leeds
Booked 1 time today
Built within the listed antique Hepper House, Ibérica is the place to go for Spanish food in Leeds.Our wine bar in the basement La Bodega (Spanish for winery) serves a selection of over 60 carefully sourced Spanish wines.Check out our stunning private room upstairs, versatile for any type of social or corporate event. There are no words to describe it…Relax with friends or colleagues over tapas for lunch or after work drinks, have night out with friends or a romantic meal for two. We promise to put the authentic Spanish touch, whatever the occasion!
A photo of Chef Jono V&V restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(777)
Price: Very Expensive
• British • Leeds
Booked 5 times today
Chef Jono V&V is an authentic British restaurant led by the Masterchef finalist Jono Hawthorne. It offers a Modern British dining experience with a focus on quality seasonal produce and creative cooking, presented in a precise and elegant way. The reviews are glowing, highlighting the 'sublime' food, the 'exceptional' quality of ingredients, and the 'knowledgeable' staff. With awards like 'Hospitality Provider of the Year 2021', and 'Best Fine Dining- England Food Awards, 2022', it's clear that Chef Jono V&V is the real deal.
A photo of Kendell's Bistro restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(3299)
Price: Expensive
• French • Leeds
Booked 12 times today
Kendell's Bistro is an authentic French bistro with rave reviews praising its quality cuisine, relaxed atmosphere, and friendly service. One review said it has a 'cool French feel' and another mentioned the 'unique dining experience with authentic French cuisine'. The restaurant's description emphasizes its focus on quality food, wine, and service in a casual French bistro atmosphere, which aligns with the reviews.
A photo of Bavette-Leeds restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(287)
Price: Expensive
• French • Leeds
Booked 13 times today
We’re delighted to introduce Bavette. A neighbourhood bistro filled with warm engaging hospitality, with a menu of seasonally led classically driven dishes. We hope to get that balance of generosity and quality right - that juxtaposition of every day special. Bavette is a love letter to our favourite places we’ve been to and been lucky enough to be a part of.Sandy Jarvis and Clément Cousin.

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Discover best authentic restaurants in Leeds

Discover a treasure trove of authentic dining experiences in West Yorkshire, Leeds, Yorkshire. Our carefully curated selection of restaurants in the area offers an array of cuisines, each rich in tradition and authenticity. From the sophisticated ambiance of modern British eateries to the vibrant flavors of traditional Indian and French bistros, Leeds is a hotspot for genuine culinary delights. The dining scene in Leeds is renowned for its diversity, with authentic restaurants providing an intimate glimpse into the cultures they represent. These establishments pride themselves on using high-quality, fresh ingredients, ensuring every dish is as genuine as it is delicious. Patrons can expect exceptional service and a memorable dining experience, underscored by the culinary expertise and creative flair of award-winning chefs. Whether you're a local or a visitor, explore the authenticity of Leeds' gastronomic offerings, where every meal is a celebration of rich, cultural heritage.

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