Shears Yard

Shears Yard’s menu features classic British dishes with modern twists. Like the Sunday roast options of pork with crackling or beef, served with traditional trimmings like roast potatoes, Yorkshire pudding, and an array of vegetables.

The restaurant also offers a tasting menu showcasing seasonal ingredients in creative preparations across several courses.

While specific dietary accommodations are not indicated, vegetarian options are available.

The à la carte menu lists starters such as a baby aubergine with smoked goat cheese and mains including gnocchi in a vegetable ragu.

Like the food menu the drinks menu is created using seasonal ingredients, as as well as homemade liquors and premium spirits. There’s also a good selection of wines to choose from.

Shears Yard is set inside a former canvas and ropeworks building with exposed brick walls and poured concrete floors.

Filament lightbulbs and bare beams add to the relaxed fine dining atmosphere.

The restaurant area features simple wooden tables and chairs that allow the historical building features to take centre stage.

A outdoor drinking and smoking area can be found close to the gated entrance of the restaurant.

Shears Yard is located on Wharf Street in the Calls area of Leeds city centre, close to the River Aire. The restaurant is a short walk from Leeds train station and the city’s main bus station.

The venue is situated in a vibrant area with bars, restaurants and attractions such as the Royal Armouries museum nearby. Granary Wharf and Brewery Wharf are located across the river.

There are 3 car parks within 483 meters of here.

Crown Street Car Park

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Crown Street Car Park is 161 meters away. It has 60 parking spaces. This is a pay-display car park. The car park features include patrolled, single-level, cctv, lighting.

NCP The Markets

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NCP The Markets is 322 meters away. It has 646 parking spaces. This is a pay-display car park. The height restriction is 2.08 meters. There are 20 blue badge spaces available. The car park features include patrolled, lifts. Payment can be made by card, cash, app.

Hunslet Lane

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Hunslet Lane is 483 meters away. It has 35 parking spaces. This is a pay-display car park. The weight restriction is 3 tons. There are null blue badge spaces available. The car park features include single-level. Payment can be made by cash, app.

Shears Yard has a disability accessible entrance and toilet.

After visiting Shears Yard, guests can explore the vibrant Calls area of Leeds. Located in a former sail making yard, this relaxed restaurant is situated along the picturesque canal, home to colourful narrowboats. Over the way are water side bars like Aire Bar and SALT Calls Landing.

Nearby attractions include the Royal Armouries Museum, housing arms and armour from around the world, and the striking architecture of the Leeds Dock.

You could also explore Kirkgate Market, one of the largest indoor markets in Europe selling everything from fresh produce to clothing and crafts.