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 Woodhouse's friendly local |
9 Johnson Street Headingley Leeds LS6 2NG United Kingdom +44 113 295 0195 |
This has got to be the cosiest and quietest pub in this area of Leeds. The Chemic Tavern is a proper pub without any fancy stuff - there's no food or live music here and it's a pleasant place to come for a pint. It's always full, with a mixture of locals and students - a combination which seems to work well. The small front room has an open fire, which adds to the cosy vibe in the winter. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Modern city pub |
Queen's Square Leeds LS2 8AD United Kingdom +44 113 244 9550 |
Formerly Scruffy Murphy's - one of Leeds' few real city centre pubs - the Cobourg has been moulded into the shape of a trendy new bar, with a cool white and blue façade and a fancy awning at the front. Inside, Cobourg still has a pubby feel, although it's not quite as cosy as it used to be. A mixed crowd of students and office workers from the surrounding colleges and offices give the place a lively but laid-back atmosphere. The range of food is much better than your average pub grub with such delights as Thai green curry. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Best bar in the Headrow area |
25-35 Cookridge Street Leeds LS2 3AG United Kingdom +44 113 203 1831 |
Even when it's cold, this bar's courtyard is still a novelty - the big heaters actually do a good job of heating up the freezing air to a decent temperature so that you can sit at the outdoor tables. In the summer, it's a good place for hanging out in the shade. Food is served and the sandwiches are particularly popular - try the roast beef or tuna melt. DJs play house and funk at the weekends. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Has to be seen to be believed |
Woodhouse Lane Leeds LS2 3AX United Kingdom +44 113 203 1841 |
Try as they might, the city's shiny, new pubs just cannot beat the Dry Dock in the originality stakes. The pub enjoys a surreal location on a boat that is moored on a traffic island in the middle of Leeds but it works. Although it has been running for a few years, people never seem to tire of the Dry Dock and it's always jam-packed with a healthy mix of students, office workers and shoppers. It's best to come here on a sunny day when you can sit on deck with a cool drink and watch the world sail by. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Student favourite |
1 Springfield Mount Leeds LS2 9NG United Kingdom +44 113 243 1481 |
Once a hotel, The Fav, as it is affectionately known, has no trouble in attracting students thanks to its location just a stone's throw from the university. Large and spacious, it has the feel of an old rambling mansion with its themed rooms and big conservatory. The beer garden gets the sun for most of the day and is a good spot to enjoy the tasty snacks and lunches the Faversham serves. Great, if you fancy a break from the city center chain bars. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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For boozers and students |
25 Great George Street Leeds LS1 3DL United Kingdom +44 113 244 6263 |
Formerly a police station, this branch of the Firkin chain is now a big, fun-packed studenty pub. It's worth coming here for the teatime treats from 4pm to 8pm, when you can get jacket potatoes, garlic bread and other snacks at bargain prices. If you're really hungry, the cheese and bacon burger with chips is quite filling and not bad value at under £5. The giant board games like Jenga and Connect 4 are a great way to while away a few hours. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Live rock |
161 Woodhouse Lane Leeds LS2 3ED United Kingdom +44 113 245 3908 |
One of the best pubs in the Hyde Park area, The Fenton offers up live music and an unusual blend of people. Its location near the university means there are always quite a few students in, but this cozy pub also attracts the local rock crowd. Live music is staged most nights so the atmosphere is always buzzing. The pub's great lunchtime menu is served from 11.30a to 2p, Monday to Friday, and from midday to 2p on Saturdays. Special drinks prices on Saturday afternoons and all day Sunday are an added bonus. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Small, local city centre pub |
69 Great George Street Leeds LS1 3BR United Kingdom +44 113 245 3232 |
Despite its unlikely location opposite Leeds General Infirmary, The George is a popular place for a pint of beer. The pub is located at the quiet end of the city centre and the place is fairly low-key itself. The decor is standard; old brass trinkets, a wooden bar, and a fruit machine or two - but anything more ornate would take away the charm of the place. The George can rustle up chips and hamburgers from midday till 7p, although no other food is served here. A big screen folds out for satellite television sports. Quiz night is on Wednesdays from 8p. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Two more chain pubs! |
43 Great George Street Leeds LS1 3BB United Kingdom +44 113 242 2090 |
Quasi-traditional English pubs, the two Hogsheads are both very popular venues for business lunches and lively drinking in the evening. Brass and wood give the interior a cosy and welcoming feel though an old man's drinking den this is most definitely not. DJs get the weekend off to a flying start, playing funky sounds to crowds of fun-loving twenty and thirty-somethings. The food and drink is nice and varied - it's also pretty cheap! There is a fabulous selection of beer and a wide range of traditional English food, as well as some more unusual dishes, like the Mexican combo. If in doubt, give it a go - you won't be disappointed. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Students and pool tables galore |
2 Shire Oak Street Leeds LS6 2AF United Kingdom +44 113 275 9352 |
It may have lost some of its character and charm thanks to Mr Q but this pub has much to attract the thirsty visitor to Headingley—namely lots of pool tables, a permanent party atmosphere and decent food. It's a particularly popular stop-off on the infamous Otley Run—a student pub crawl from O'Hagan's in Headingley, along the Otley Road and into the city centre. This is probably why there always seems to be people dressed in flares and wigs, dancing in the corner. There's plenty of entertainment to keep the party in full swing including a pub quiz on Sundays and karaoke on Thursdays. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Live music and beer |
Chorley Lane Leeds LS2 9NW United Kingdom +44 113 203 1861 http://www.josephswell.co.uk/ |
This modern pub is justifiably famous for its excellent live music and friendly atmosphere. The capacious function room is where it all happens, playing host to around 65 bands every month. The club has hosted many big names in the music circuit, playing enroute to fame, fortune and stardom. If you are a regular, you might just spot the next big band. The small, snacky menu includes Cajun burgers and other tasty treats. Many performances are free, others range from GBP2-5; call for details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Inexpensive Balti specialist |
162a Woodhouse Lane Leeds LS2 9HB United Kingdom +44 113 245 3058 |
This inexpensive, family-run establishment in the heart of studentland opened in 1986. It's medium-sized with a friendly, vibrant atmosphere that attracts a wide variety of customers. All the old favorites are here such as bhuna, korma, madras and vindaloo. Other flavorsome treats include the excellent chef's specials and the range of baltis and tandooris. Try a balti gosht (lamb dish), or the chicken tikka masala, recently voted most popular meal in England. There is no drinks licence and alcohol is not allowed on the premises. There is a takeaway service available and there are free deliveries on orders over £5 within a two mile radius. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Popular with locals and students alike |
208 Woodhouse Lane Leeds LS2 9DX United Kingdom +44 113 245 3980 |
This traditional pub is right on the edge of the university campus and usually plays host to a mixed crowd of students, lecturers and locals. It's a good mix and the pub has a friendly atmosphere which is increasingly difficult to find in other city centre pubs. An open fire in the two side rooms also helps to create a relaxed vibe. Many people make use of the beer garden in the summer and the numerous board games during the winter. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Student local with entertainment |
39 Queen's Road Hyde Park Leeds LS6 1NY United Kingdom |
Although it's a pretty average drinking and lounging pub, there is plenty of entertainment to attract the visitor to the big and comfy Royal Park. There's a pub quiz on Monday, karaoke on Tuesday and live bands three times a week. Undoubtedly, the best night to come here is Tuesday when the basement opens for a cabaret. There's a no smoking room and an outdoor area for the summer. An extra bonus is the fantastic selection of meal deals for £2.99 including vegetarian bake, lasagne and burgers - all with chips. On Sunday, there is a particularly good breakfast. Food is served between noon and 4p. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Good atmosphere, great beer |
20-24 Woodhouse Lane Leeds LS2 8LX United Kingdom +44 113 244 1212 |
Quiet weekdays are contrasted with busy weekends, when a rare mix of young lads on the town, drunk students and a few thirty-somethings descend on the large bar and its small outside seating area. The South African-themed Springbok is great for big sporting events too, when its big screens whip up a feverish atmosphere in the bar. A range of snacks are served from noon till 7p nachos, bowls of fries and jacket potatoes are all on the menu. Happy hour is from 5p till 9p Sunday to Thursday. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Popular with regulars |
Merrion Way Leeds LS2 8PD United Kingdom +44 113 234 9748 http://www.jdwetherspoon.co.uk |
Situated just below the Grosvenor Casino, this cheap and cheerful pub plays host to an interesting crowd of gamblers looking for some Dutch courage and regulars who take their drinking seriously. As with all branches of J D Wetherspoon public houses, Stick or Twist has patterned carpets, flashy light fittings and a pine finish. A few tables and chairs outside in the summer brighten up the otherwise dull exterior. Traditional and cheap pub dishes are served here including breaded scampi and chips and steak and mushroom pie. Refreshingly cheap alcohol is on offer. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Bistro and doubles bar |
159 Woodhouse Lane Leeds LS2 3ED United Kingdom +44 113 243 1515 http://www.strawbs.com |
This quiet little bistro is easily recognizable as you head from the city centre towards Leeds University thanks to its constantly changing, brightly painted exterior. It serves tasty, simple food - like pizza and fajitas - throughout the day, and is especially popular with vegetarians. Other people come here for the cheap doubles bar upstairs. An upstairs function room is available to hire (please enquire for further details). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fun under one roof |
Albion Street The Light Leeds LS2 8DY United Kingdom +44 (0)113 236 6999 http://www.tigertiger-leeds.co... |
Want to have fun in Leeds? Head to Tiger Tiger. This club-bar-grill has something for everybody. So, if you have had a bad day at the office, don't just go home and sulk, come here—drive away all your blues with a drink at the front bar, chill out at the lounge, have a contemporary American dinner at the Grill and then simply let your hair down at the dance floor. By the end of the day (or night), you are ready to face the world again. Now, if you had so much fun on a working day, just imagine what its going to be like on a party night! To find out, just call for your next birthday bash. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Traditional and quiet |
Great George Street Leeds LS1 3BB United Kingdom +44 113 245 1386 |
With its traditional interior, welcoming staff and range of quality wines and beers, the Victoria Hotel is what a proper pub should be. Ornately decorated, its host of special offers attracts a lively mix of friendly regulars and thirsty passers-by. Choices are very traditional yet inexpensive too. Beef and ale pie, and a wide selection of steaks are available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Popular alternative Goth night |
Leeds University Union Leeds LS2 9JT United Kingdom http://the wendyhouse.org.uk |
This 1980s alternative, punk, Indie-Goth night has been on for a couple of years and has become massively popular. Even though it is in the University Union, it's not only students who come here. The Wendy House has a following of people who really want to get dressed up in their scariest looking clothes and jump about to pop-rock music that you don't get to hear in many other clubs these days. The drinks are cheap too. Review © 2007, Wcities |