If there's one thing Leeds locals love, it's a wine bar.
Okay wine lovers, this article is well and truly dedicated to you and your wine-sipping needs.
If you're sick and tired of being served an average wine in a horrible shaped glass at a pub, then we're here to save the day and get you to where you deserve to be.
Over the last couple of years there's been an influx of new wine bars touching down in the city, and we're not mad about it whatsoever.
So whether you fancy an earthy glass of natural orange wine or a smooth chilled red, we're pretty certain there's a wine bar for you.
Keep reading and get ready to get really, really thirsty...
Bottle Chop
Weetwood Lane, Headingley
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This one comes as literally no surprise. The absolute OGs of natural wine, this pastel pink oasis over in Headingley is a firm favourite amongst city dwellers and those settled in the suburbs.
Stop by for an epic cheese and charcuterie boards and let the wonderful staff guide you to your perfect glass of wine. You're welcome.
Rinse
Call Lane
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And if we're going to shoutout Bottle Chop, then the next logical answer is of course Rinse.
Their city centre sibling opened up just a few months ago and it's just as brilliant and just as busy, obviously. You can get all of the above here at Rinse but you're slap bang in the city centre, the perfect mid-shopping pick me up or pre-dinner glass pitstop.
Friends of Ham
New Station Street, Leeds and Wells Road, Ilkley
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This fabulous spot not only serves great wine and lashing of beer but they also sell lots of...ham.
These guys take a lot of pride in their charcuterie and cheese boards and you probably won't find better in the city. Using only the best quality ingredients, each board is carefully curated and they'll help you choose a wine to match. Their small plates change seasonally but they're all always delicious, trust us.
NoNo Wine Bar
Granary Wharf
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New to the city, NoNo Wine Bar offers a lovely cosy setting right next to the train station, perfect whether you're coming or going to the city.
Nestled underneath the railway arch you'll find walls of wine of every colour on offer by glass or by the bottle.
Veeno
Wellington Place
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This spot is well known amongst city workers as a great spot to sink a glass of wine or two. It's an Italian wine bar and kitchen where you'll find great deals as well as overflowing charcuterie boards and glasses to match.
Eat Your Greens
New York Street
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Okay, technically not just a wine bar, Eat Your Greens is still a fabulous space to enjoy a glass of wine that you might not have tried before.
They're all about using the very best seasonal ingredients, so here you'll find a rotating selection of wines which are all guaranteed to be very, very delicious. And obviously whilst you're there it would be rude not to dig into their fantastic dishes, in a jiffy this will be your new favourite spot in the city.
Latitude
The Calls
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We have a feeling you'll already know about this one, having served the people of Leeds since 2008 they recently moved into a bigger space on The Calls where you can not only buy their wine but you can sit in and drink it as well.
Their mission is very simple, to provide customers with stellar service and exceptional wine. And they do that in abundance.
Matcha is well and truly taking Leeds (and the country) by storm.
You're probably bored of hearing us talk about matcha, and to be honest we're getting a little bit bored writing about it.
But, this time it's different.
This is M Plus Matcha, a brand-new matcha store that's just opened near Leeds University who not only serve your classic matcha lattes but also bucket loads of freshly-churned gelato.
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And to make things even better, they've got four on offer all at different percentages to suit your taste.
Soft and grassy, smooth and creamy, full and velvety…or deep and bold (they said it, not us) - this spot is truly a matcha lover’s summer paradise.Â
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If you're not sure what flavour you fancy, the lovely staff are on hand to help and can offer tasters of each percentage before you commit to a cone or a tub so you're not left disappointed.
The space is gorgeously light and airy, complete with matcha-coloured walls and plenty of matcha-coloured seating for you to perch and enjoy your treats.
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Right opposite the Parkinson Building, we can see M Plus Matcha becoming a fantastic hub for students to whack their laptops out for a couple of hours whilst getting their caffeine fix.
The drinks menu includes iced matcha lattes, hot matcha, matcha lemonades and loads more. Basically, if you're of the opinion that matcha tastes like grass then we do not recommend you going.
But if you love it like us, then you're in for a treat.
Yorkshire pub ‘delighted’ to be crowned the best in the region for 2026
Clementine Hall
There's no denying that Yorkshire does pubs properly, but one in particular has been crowned the very best.
This year's National Pub and Bar Awards have been announced, where each year a team of experts pick the very best pub in the 94 counties across the UK.
Taking the number one spot for Yorkshire and the Humber is a fabulous little pub nestled in the bustling market town of Skipton.
The Woolly Sheep Inn is an award-winning, dog-friendly pub that is known for its huge selection of Timothy Taylor's cask ales and hearty pub grub.
Not only can you eat and drink here, but they've also got a few cosy rooms for you to stay in if you're planing on a quick staycation in North Yorkshire.
But don't just take our word for how brilliant it is, here's what the National Pub and Bar Awards had to say about it: "The Woolly Sheep Inn is a vibrant town-centre pub in the heart of Skipton, offering an exceptional combination of high-quality food, outstanding drinks and comfortable accommodation – all delivered with genuine Yorkshire hospitality.
"The team prides itself on creating a warm, welcoming environment where guests can enjoy everything from a relaxed drink at the bar to a celebratory meal or overnight stay. The offer blends traditional pub values with a progressive approach to quality and service, ensuring the site appeals to both loyal locals and visitors to the area."
Announcing the exciting news, The Woolly Sheep Inn said: "We're delighted to share that The Woolly Sheep Inn has been named Yorkshire and the Humber regional winner at the National Pub and Bar Awards 2026.
"This award is a proud moment for everyone at the pub and reflects the years of hard work, care, and commitment that Andy, Drea, and the team have put into making The Woolly Sheep such a special place to eat, drink, and stay in Skipton."
You can have a look at all of the pubs that won in the awards here.
Clementine Hall -
10th September 2025 
