Best Restaurants For Groups In Leeds

One of the best group restaurants in Leeds city centre, Mowgli can be found on Boar Lane. Created by celebrity chef Nisha Katona, this authentic Indian restaurant is inspired by street food markets, with a flavoursome menu of paneer tikka, gunpowder chicken and fenugreek-kissed fries to tuck into.

It's not just the food that's exciting here, as their Instagrammable interiors are admired up and down the country. Think indoor trees decorated with fairy lights, hanging rope swing seats and gorgeous greenery.

One of the best restaurants for groups in Leeds city centre, Reds True BBQ can be found on Cloth Hall Street. The venue itself is simply decorated, with rustic wooden furnishings, and there's long bench-style seating that's ideal for big groups.

Munch your way through a menu of glazed baby back ribs, mac 'n' cheese balls, big barbecue trays and even a smashed beef burger served in two doughnuts.

A quirky venue on Boar Lane, Pizza Pilgrims is the popular spot that's filled with colourful decor, hanging plants and checkered tablecloths - and there's even a giant flamingo pedalo that serves ice cream.

They're all about cold beers, great cocktails and, of course, authentic Neapolitan pizzas. Dig into doughy slices topped with pepperoni and hot honey, mushroom and truffle or eight different cheeses in one, and don't forget the crust dippers.

Located in the Old Post Office building on City Square, Restaurant Bar & Grill is a grand, spacious eatery that's ideal for large groups. There are circular leather booths where you and your pals can relax, as well as high ceilings and hanging lampshades illuminating the space in a golden light. There's also a sunny terrace outside for the summer months.

The kitchen is whipping up a wide variety of British, European and Asian dishes - we're talking wagyu sirloin steaks, miso black cod, grilled halloumi burgers and so much more.

If it's group dining in Leeds city centre you're after, then head to Mean Eyed cat on Merrion Street. Inspired by Johnny Cash, this cool bar and restaurant has been around since 2015, styled like an American dive bar and open seven days a week.

Snack on tasty pizzas topped with everything from cheeseburgers to shredded barbecue jackfruit, paired with cracking cocktails. They offer a free pizza with every drink from 5 to 9pm, and if you roll a six on their dice you'll get 25% off your bill.

Flaunting an interior design that combines American diners with German beerhalls, Rita's Beer Hall & Ballroom is a unique space for drinking and dining in the city centre. Relax in comfy leather booths or have a game on the leopard-print pool tables, or head here on weekends for live music and DJ sets.

Nab cocktails for as little as £6.50, or a four-person sharer for £20. As for the food, think pizzas topped with salami, five cheeses or portobello mushroom, sold by the slice or as a 24-inch pizza.

One of the most gorgeous venues in the city, The Botanist can be found on Boar Lane in the city centre. Expect beautiful floral decor and vintage ornaments, paired with rustic wooden furniture.

They serve up some of the finest cocktails in the city, with a heavy focus on gins. As for food? Expect their signature hanging kebabs featuring everything from chicken to halloumi, alongside burgers, Sunday roasts and brunch plates.

Flaunting stunning golden interiors decorated with artistic ceiling displays and Buddha statues, Sukhothai is a vibrant Thai restaurant on South Parade. Expect a sophisticated atmosphere, whether you're coming for a group dinner or bottomless brunch.

Their menu is all about rich, authentic flavours, featuring everything from deep-fried soft shell crab to grilled pork strips in oyster sauce or pineapple and mushroom stir fry, alongside classics like green or red curry.

With outposts on Greek Street and in Trinity, The Alchemist is a quirky restaurant bar that makes for a fun meal out with friends. Their scientific-looking drinks are beautifully presented, served with smoke or even changing colour.

There's lots of great food to enjoy too, ranging from fluffy bao buns to katsu curry and loaded halloumi flatbreads. Devour these in sleek, modern surrounds, where they even offer bottomless brunches too.

Head to The Springs to discover Riva Blu, a charming Italian restaurant that's perfect for a mid-shopping trip meal. Watch as chefs cook wood-fired pizzas in the open kitchen, while relaxing in their vibrant green booths surrounded by white brick walls.

Tuck into the likes of crispy truffle arancini, mushroom and vegetable ragu fettucine, crispy pancetta pizzas and much more, paired with refreshing spritz cocktails.