From stacks of fluffy pancakes to loaded avocado on toast, we’re spoilt for choice when it comes to brilliant brunch in and around Leeds.
It’s often called the ‘most important meal of the day’, and you know what? We’d have to agree, especially when Leeds is bursting at the seams with amazing places to break your fast.
Whether you’re an early morning riser in need of a hangover cure or you’re after something a little lighter after a morning pilates class. Whatever it is, we’ve got you covered.
We’ve listed ten of our favourite spots to get brunch in and around Leeds, so get reading and planning your next brekkie date.
House of KoKo
Chapel Allerton and Oakwood
House of KoKo are leading the brunch game in Leeds’ leafy suburbs. Known for their middle-eastern twist on classic brunch dishes, you may have to queue for a table here but let us tell you it is absolutely worth it.
Their pancakes are as fluffy as can be and don’t forget to order a side of their legendary hash browns.
Laynes
New Station Street, Leeds City Centre
Laynes is not only known for its banging coffee and iconic yellow facade, but their breakfast is something to write home about too.
Not only are their pastries baked to perfection, their cooked dishes are executed expertly every single time. Get the Turkish eggs and thank us later.
Moose
Bond Court, Leeds City Centre
Okay, if you’ve got a raging hangover and need a plate of food big enough to feed a family of four then Moose is your answer. This Canadian-inspired brunch spot are serving hearty American dishes like pancakes, waffles and potato hash all with gallons of maple syrup on the side. Class.
IF Up North
Call Lane and East Parade, Leeds City Centre
These guys have been slinging out brunch for some time now, and their two spots in the city are always packed full of hungry punters. Serving up your classics like avocado toast, a great full English and a banging breakfast burrito, this brunch spot is always a good idea whether you’re hungover or not.
North Star Coffee
Unit 32 The Blvd, LS10 1PZ
You will know North Star Coffee for their…well…coffee. Stocking baristas with the good stuff from years now, their beans are the best of the best and the same goes for their brunch.
With a seasonal menu that changes with the trees, expect posh beans on toast, seasonal pancakes and specials such as duck and waffles. Located by The Docks, it’s one of our favourite spots to visit in the city.
Thirty Nine The Grove
The Grove, Ilkley
If you’re looking to escape the hustle and bustle for breakfast then look no further than Thirty Nine. Nestled in the beautiful spa town of Ilkley, this family-run brunch spot is home to some of the very best brekkie we’ve had.
Eggs, sandwiches, bakes, house-blend coffee and sides of hash browns, it’s got everything a brunch menu needs and more. Wrapped up in a super cosy environment, it’s perfect for catching up with your closest people or just sitting back and people watching out of their big windows.
Green Room
36 Wellington Street, Leeds City Centre
You’ll know it for its party atmosphere and brilliant cocktails, but Green Room also serve up breakfast courtesy of Bastards Bistro and its very good indeed.
We’re talking steak and eggs, Turkish eggs with homemade flat breads or a full English with crispy pork belly (yeah, you heard that right), your hangover will be cured just in time to get back on the spritzes. And luckily, you’re in just the place…
Residence
5 North Lane, Headingley
If you’re over that end of town, then Residence if your go-to for a great brunch. Great coffee, great food and a lovely relaxing atmosphere. You really can’t go wrong.
White Cloth Hall
27 Crown Street, Leeds City Centre
New kid on the block White Cloth Hall is one of the city’s most sought after venues. Run by the owners of Whitelock’s Ale House, you just know it’s going to be good and guess what? It absolutely is.
Inside you’ve got a selection of food vendors to choose from, from Morty’s focacceria serving stacked brekkie sandwiches to breakfast tacos from Salma’s. Or just order the lot and share with mates, because one dish is simply not enough.
Farmhouse
Lanes Lane, Leeds City Centre
In the heart of the city you’ll find Farmhouse, a spacious brunch restaurant serving up all your classic breakfast dishes which are all executed perfectly.
Looking to fuel up before a hard day of shopping? Head here and get stuck into a cooked breakfast, yoghurt bowl or hefty stack of pancakes. You know you want to.
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