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Best Bars in Leeds
MOJO is one of Best Bars in Leeds.

1. MOJO

7.2
18 Merrion Street, Leeds, Leeds
Cocktail Bar · Northern Quarter · 21 tips and reviews

Alice W.Alice W: Indisputably the best bar in Leeds and arguably the North. A perfect blend of New York dive bar chic, carefully considered rock&roll playlists and the best bartenders in the city. Mojo is superb.

Smokestack is one of Best Bars in Leeds.

2. Smokestack

7.6
159a Lower Briggate, Leeds
Speakeasy · City and Holbeck · 21 tips and reviews

Alice W.Alice W: Two very different cocktail bars staffed by brilliant bartenders, vintage deco and continuous motown and soul classics make Smokestack the perfect place for both a relaxed drink or a weekend boogie.

The Maven is one of Best Bars in Leeds.

3. The Maven

8.5
First Floor, 1 Call Lane, Leeds
Speakeasy · City and Holbeck · 18 tips and reviews

Alice W.Alice W: Well hidden yet wonderful speakeasy-themed bar that encourages gin drinking. Dark, sultry decor, superb bartenders and a secret second bar makes Maven a place not to miss.

Jake's Bar & Grill is one of Best Bars in Leeds.

4. Jake's Bar & Grill

5.7
29 Call Lane, Leeds
Bar · City and Holbeck · 8 tips and reviews

Alice W.Alice W: Highly trained staff, fantastic signature cocktail menu and a 30 litre still where their own liqueurs are produced make up this famous cocktail bar, owned by the creators of Portobello Road Gin.

Sandinista is one of Best Bars in Leeds.

5. Sandinista

8.3
5/5a Cross Belgrave St., Leeds
Tapas Restaurant · City and Holbeck · 7 tips and reviews

Alice W.Alice W: Delightfully laid-back tapas restaurant on a weekday, late night party bar on a weekend. Sandinista! got the authenticity of a Spanish cantina bar down to a T. Great range of beer and rum.

Oporto is one of Best Bars in Leeds.

6. Oporto

7.5
31-33 Call Ln, Leeds
Bar · City and Holbeck · 11 tips and reviews

Alice W.Alice W: Stylish, loud, and always free-flowing Jager. Oporto is open late every night and attracts people from all walks of life with one thing in common: They want to party. Check out their 'Dogging Club'...

Épernay Champagne Bar is one of Best Bars in Leeds.

7. Épernay Champagne Bar

41 Cookridge St, Leeds, Leeds
Champagne Bar · Leeds City Centre · 11 tips and reviews

Alice W.Alice W: Wonderfully friendly staff and a quiet, candle-lit atmosphere. An un-matched selection of champagnes and some killer signatures cocktails to boot, minus the pretentiousness of most champagne bars.

North Bar is one of Best Bars in Leeds.

8. North Bar

8.8
24 New Briggate (Opposite Mark Ln), Leeds, Leeds
Beer Bar · City and Holbeck · 53 tips and reviews

Alice W.Alice W: Delightful and unique place with a wonderful selection of bottled beers and spirits,

Sela is one of Best Bars in Leeds.

9. Sela

8.5
20 New Briggate (btwn Harrison & Headrow), Leeds
Cocktail Bar · City and Holbeck · 18 tips and reviews

Alice W.Alice W: Quirky and chilled-out underground bar and live music space, try one of the pizzas.

The Brewery Tap is one of Best Bars in Leeds.

10. The Brewery Tap

8.5
18 New Station St, Leeds
Pub · Trinity Quarter · 35 tips and reviews

Alice W.Alice W: Fantastic and forever-changing range of beers, perfect for real ale fans.

51% Bourbon Lounge is one of Best Bars in Leeds.

11. 51% Bourbon Lounge

6.2
11-13 Hirst's Yard, Leeds
Lounge · City and Holbeck · 6 tips and reviews

Alice W.Alice W: Fantastic range of bourbons, do not miss if you are a whiskey fan!

The Reform is one of Best Bars in Leeds.

12. The Reform

7.0
12-14 Merrion St, Leeds
Bar · City and Holbeck · 9 tips and reviews
Wax Bar is one of Best Bars in Leeds.

13. Wax Bar

6.8
20 New Briggate, Leeds
Cocktail Bar · City and Holbeck · 4 tips and reviews
The Reliance is one of Best Bars in Leeds.

14. The Reliance

76-78 North St, Leeds City Centre, Leeds
Bar · 25 tips and reviews
Santiago is one of Best Bars in Leeds.

15. Santiago

7.4
Grand Arcade (Vicar Lane), Leeds City Centre, Leeds
Bar · 13 tips and reviews

Alice W.Alice W: Soup of the day: Whiskey.

Angelica is one of Best Bars in Leeds.

16. Angelica

7.8
70 Boar Ln,Level 6, Trinity Leeds, Leeds, Leeds
Cocktail Bar · Trinity Quarter · 19 tips and reviews

Alice W.Alice W: Delicious food at a reasonable price, try the raw bar. Good whisky and rum selections, highly skilled bartenders. Perfect place for a sophisticated after-dinner drink.

Cuvee is one of Best Bars in Leeds.

17. Cuvee

7.4
Waterman's Place (Granary Wharf), Leeds
Wine Bar · Holbeck Urban Village · 3 tips and reviews

Alice W.Alice W: Delightful independent bar in the beautiful surroundings of Granary Wharf. Over 300 wines and 84 cocktails on the menu. Exquisite!

Neon Cactus is one of Best Bars in Leeds.

18. Neon Cactus

7.7
35 Call Ln, Leeds
Mexican Restaurant · City and Holbeck · 11 tips and reviews