It’s time to say goodbye to 2024 and hello to 2025, so let’s do it in style.
The final night of 2024 is almost upon us (no, we can’t quite believe it either), and if you’re anything like us, your attention has probably only just turned to what’s on in the city this time of year.
Whether you’re after an indulgent set menu to enjoy with friends and family or looking for somewhere to let your hair down one last time for the year, we’ve got you covered.
We’ve pulled together a list of where in Leeds you can bring in the New Year, keep reading to find out.
What better place to bring in the new year than everyone’s favourite Indian street food spot. Yes you read that correctly, Bundobust is hosting a special bottomless brunch New Years Eve extravaganza and we absolutely can’t wait.
Large groups and mates dates alike might be looking for something a little more stimulating that sitting in the bar, and all Roxy venues in Leeds will be offering a jam-packed evening of games aplenty to choose from to fill your New Year’s Eve.
Expect bowling, beer pong, ice-free curling, karaoke, shooting hoops, pouring pints and even a dedicated bar space at each venue to unwind, catch up and embrace one of the biggest nights in the city of the year.
Activity costs vary per game and venue, but can be booked on the Roxy website.
Book an evening at Roxy Lanes or Roxy Ball Room here.
The Cut and Craft
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Get ready for an evening of luxury with a three course meal at one of Leeds' most beautiful restaurants.
On arrival you'll be greeted with a glass of champagne and after dinner you'll get to party away on the dance floor celebrating the big moment with an impressive countdown, all for just £100 per person.
Bring in the New Year at one of Leeds’ most loved music venues.
At this event you’ll get a taste of everything The Wardrobe has to offer – we’re talking delicious food, hilarious comedy, great live music and a night full of DJ’s to get you dancing into the early hours.
Everyone’s favourite rooftop bar will be celebrating New Year’s Eve the only way they know how, in style.
Enjoy a champagne reception, signature cocktails served all night long and banging DJ’s providing the tunes til 4am. This is a party you don’t want to miss out on.
Get underground and experience one of the coolest New Years Eve events that the city has to offer.
Your ticket price includes a cocktail on arrival, a glass of fizz for the countdown and a special engraved Domino that gives you a year of free entry as well as a load of other perks.
A Sheffield pizzeria has been named one of the world’s best in a prestigious global ranking.
Forbici, the restaurant where all pizzas are served with a pair of scissors, is the only northern pizzeria to be recognised at last week's Best Pizza Awards 2026.
The awards took place in Milan, and are said to be the Michelin equivalent of the pizza world.
Forbici was named as creating one of the world’s best pizzas, with its master chef recognised as one of the top pizza chefs in the world.
It’s one of just two UK pizzerias listed in the coveted top 100 this year.
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Forbici opened in Manchester back in 2024, and has since expanded across to lovely Sheffield on Millennium Square back in March.
It was also once named by Marco Pierre White as ‘the best pizza’ he’d ever had - quite an accolade.
Biga pizza dough at Forbici is slow-fermented to create a light, risen crust, before being topped with quality ingredients like San Marzano tomatoes and Italian produce.
It also has a lot of northern flavour, thanks to local specials like the Lancashire Hotpot – a pizza topped with crisps.
And all pizzas are served with scissors, inspired by the pizzerias of Naples, to be cut into quarters.
Master baker Davide Argentino is a fifth-generation baker from Napoli. While his family runs two bakeries on his behalf back home, Davide brings a true taste of authentic Neapolitan pizza to the UK.
Commenting on the recognition, Davide said: “It is a huge honour for Forbici to be recognised as one of the best pizzerias in the world.
“Baking has been in my family for five generations, so this is a really proud moment. In crafting Forbici’s signature dough we challenged convention pushing the fermentation process to the limit. Every bite reflects the patience, precision and expertise behind our approach.
“This recognition belongs to our entire team, whose passion, skill and commitment to the craft of pizza-making make Forbici what it is every day.”
An intimate Japanese katsu bar with only 15 seats is coming to Leeds city centre
Clementine Hall
Chef Fern is taking on another venture, and this time it's all about Katsu.
If you know anything about the Leeds food scene, then you'll know the absolute legend that is Chef Fern.
Her first restaurant, Fern Modern Sushi, is a firm favourite amongst locals and visitors alike. Known for their expertly crafted sushi made with only the freshest fish on offer.
Nestled in the Central Arcade, this hole-in-the-wall restaurant captured the hearts of many foodies since opening in 2024.
This year, Chef Fern set her sights on another restaurant on Vicar Lane.
Image: O Katsu
Tori Nori opened just a couple of months ago, a modern Japanese grill centred around the fiery robata where guests can watch the chefs cook everything from grilled fish to delicious yakitori skewers right in front of their very eyes.
Unsurprisingly, Tori Nori has also been a huge hit.
But there's just no stopping Fern as she goes on to open yet another restaurant in the city centre.
Introducing O Katsu, an intimate restaurant with only 15 covers serving premium katsu.
Katsu is basically a breaded, deep-fried piece of meat, seafood or vegetables. Served with steaming hot rice, shredded cabbage, miso soup and dipping sauces, it's nothing short of delicious and a popular meal enjoyed in Japan.
We don't know much abut the opening just yet, but what we do know is that it'll be located just opposite her first restaurant in the Central Arcade.
There will be no bookings, and the space will feature an open kitchen so guests can watch the magic happen.
One things for sure, if Chef Fern is involved you just know it's going to be brilliant. We'll keep you updated on the opening of O Katsu as and when we find out.
Clementine Hall -
16th December 2024 
