Going out to eat can be a pricey affair, so we've rounded up five of the best spots where you can bring your own bottle.
Often when you're out for tea, the most expensive thing on the bill is of course...the alcohol.
A bottle of wine can easily cost around thirty quid a pop, and let's not even get started on cocktails.
So as we enter into a very expensive couple of months, we've rounded up five spots in Leeds where you can bring your own bottle to sip on whilst you feast.
Gaucho
21-22 Park Row
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Who would've thought that one of Leeds' best steakhouses would allow you to bring your own booze in? Yes, Gaucho on Park Row know that Monday isn't the busiest day for diners so are pulling in the punters by letting you bring in your bottle - with free corkage as well.
So grab your favourite bottle of red which will no doubt go perfectly with their delicious cuts of steak, and it'll taste even better too knowing you haven't paid top dollar for it.
Shokupan
27 Wellington Street
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This family-run Japanese sando cafe is one of Leeds’ best hidden gems, which we visit time and time again. Serving up Katsu sandos during the day to workers and hungry punters, in the evening they sell a selection of mouthwatering small plates which you can enjoy with your own booze.
The Karate Chicken is most definitely a must order, alongside the Curry Dip Sando. Shokupan serve their evening menu exclusively on Thursday and Friday evenings from 4:30 – 8:30pm, and they operate a walk-in only policy.
Jino's Thai Cafe
38 North Lane, Headingley
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Jino's Thai Cafe is a great spot if you fancy some warming, aromatic curries and tasty sharing platters. And it makes it even better that you can bring your own bottle.
All you have to do is spend £15 per person to BYOB but trust us, that won't be a problem as you'll most definitely want to order everything on their delicious menu.
Kuala Lumpur Cafe
2-4 Bennett Road, Headingley
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If you're after some delicious Malaysian food, then this is the place to be. With free corkage and 10% student discount, this is a great option if you're after a cheap eat. Think Chicken Satay, Rendang Curry, Coconut Rice and so much more delicious delights to get your tastebuds tingling.
Blue Tiger
16 Ganners Hill, Bramley
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Blue Tiger in Bramley serve up some of the best value for money Indian and Bangladeshi food that you can get your hands on, and it's one of the only BYOB spots in the area.
Expect your classic starts like samosas and lamb chops alongside all the curry house classics like jalfrezis and fiery naga chillies.
One of Leeds' most iconic brands is expanding with two city centre openings.
Coffee lovers, you're going to love this one.
North Star Coffee Roasters are one of the early pioneers of specialty coffee in the North of England and among the UK’s first B Corp-certified coffee roasters.
They've been keeping the people of Leeds awake since 2013, and you'll find their coffee across the country as well as at their current city centre locations.
One of their brand-new locations inside the Victoria Quarter will be opening next Monday 1 June.
Their new kiosk will be located outside Jo Malone London and marks the brand’s third site in Leeds.
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To celebrate the launch, North Star will be giving away 50 free coffees a day from Tuesday 2 June until Friday 5 June - a total of 200 free drinks across the opening week. Customers will be able to claim any coffee from the menu, with one free drink per person available on a first come, first served basis, each day.
Their other new site is expected to be on Great George Street, and we'll keep you updated with any news on that one as and when we know more.
Speaking about the opening, Holly Kragiopoulos, Co-founder of North Star, said: “Opening a third site in the centre of Leeds feels incredibly special for us. Leeds has always been at the heart of North Star, so being able to bring our coffee into Victoria Quarter is a huge milestone.
"We wanted to celebrate by giving something back to the city and welcoming both loyal regulars and new customers with free coffee throughout our opening week.”
Inside Leeds’ new neighbourhood bakehouse from the team behind Silver’s Deli
Clementine Hall
Silver's Bakehouse is finally here, and it's just as fabulous as we'd hoped.
Just when you thought Leeds’ favourite sandwich spot couldn't get any better, they go and open a bakery.
Silver's Bakehouse has opened its beautiful pastel green doors today over in Farsley to queues of excited fans eager to get their first taste.
So, what's on offer at Silver's Bakehouse?
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Well, as masterminds of the almighty sandwich you'll be happy to know you can still get one here. However, their iconic sub sarnies have had an Italian makeover and are now served in fresh, springy sourdough which is baked onsite.
Elsewhere on the menu you'll find brown butter buttermilk brownies (try saying that three times), a range of delicious cookies, sausage rolls, soft amaretti biscuits and Dark Arts tiramisu.
There's also a fab selection of Italian drinks on offer in a swanky new fridge, as well as a coffee menu so you can pick a brew to go hand in hand with your chosen baked good.
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The interior is just as gorgeous, complete with yellow walls, red tiles and a mirror hanging above the baker's table so you can really see all the magic happen.
And trust us, it is magic.
There's a couple of benches outside so you can plonk yourself in the sunshine to enjoy your sarnie, which is what we'll be doing in this glorious bank holiday sunshine.
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You can really tell this is a proper labour of love, and Chris and the team have done a cracking job of keeping that Silver's spirit in there.
Go and say hello to congratulate them on this fabulous new opening, it's a great addition to Farsley and the Leeds foodie scene.
Clementine Hall -
8th November 2023 
