Food and Drink in Chapel Allerton

Chapel Allerton — locally "Chapel A" — runs along Stainbeck Lane and Harrogate Road a few miles north of Leeds city centre, and its food and drink scene is one of the busiest independent strips in the city. Tapas bars, Neapolitan pizza, Thai kitchens, neighbourhood bistros, craft-beer bars, speciality coffee, Victorian gastropubs and Georgian inns cluster on a compact, walkable high street. The conservation-area centre is popular with young professionals and families, with weekend dining drawing in a wider Leeds crowd.

Chapel Allerton — locally "Chapel A" — runs along Stainbeck Lane and Harrogate Road a few miles north of Leeds city centre, and its food and drink scene is one of the busiest independent strips in the city. Tapas bars, Neapolitan pizza, Thai kitchens, neighbourhood bistros, craft-beer bars, speciality coffee, Victorian gastropubs and Georgian inns cluster on a compact, walkable high street. The conservation-area centre is popular with young professionals and families, with weekend dining drawing in a wider Leeds crowd.

Seven Arts Leeds inside seating

Seven Arts

Performing arts centre with Café & Bar

Colourful mixed grill sizzler platter with tandoori chicken, seekh kebab, and house sauces at Sheepscar Bar and Grill

Sheepscar Bar & Grill

Family-run Indian gastro pub in Sheepscar serving sizzling mixed grills, karahi curries, and cocktails with a sports bar edge.

Springwell Bar

Springwell

One of the better taprooms in Leeds

Assorted Thai dishes from Sukhothai Chapel Allerton, featuring a bamboo steamer with dumplings, a plate of red curry, and other spicy specialties, garnished with fresh herbs.

Sukhothai Chapel Allerton

Slick Thai dining restaurant in leafy Chapel Allerton suburb. Quality and portions are both good. Close to Gledhow Valley Woods.

Intricate peacock latte art in a blue cup at The Barn Coffee Shop Meanwood Leeds

The Barn Coffee Shop

Social enterprise coffee shop at Meanwood Valley Urban Farm

Outdoor seating at The Cat's Pyjamas – Chapel Allerton with patrons enjoying sunny weather.

The Cat’s Pyjamas – Chapel Allerton

Authentic Indian Street food with a modern twist. Craft beers and ciders. Outdoor seating in the sun. Just off Harrogate Road.

Mustard Pot Leeds

The Mustard Pot

Pub in a Georgian building with a large beer garden. Children and dog friendly. Gastro pub food. Regular quiz night and bonfire event.

The Queens Arms in Chapel Allerton Leeds

The Queens Arms

Carvery pub in a traditional stone building at the northern edge of Chapel Allerton, serving slow-roasted meats alongside a gin bar.

Exterior view of The Three Hulats pub with a sandstone facade, adorned with colorful hanging flower baskets under a clear sky.

The Three Hulats

Wetherspoons pub in Chapel Allerton. Well priced drinks and food. Family friendly. Weekday social events. Beer garden. Onsite parking.

Exterior view of The Woods restaurant with a wooden sign, sunny sky, and partial view of outdoor seating area.

The Woods

Pizza and beer. Cocktails and wine. Spacious bar and restaurant. Roof-terrace for summer drinking. Heated outdoor space for winter months.