10 Festive Fine Dining Restaurants

As the foodie capital of the north, Leeds is home to an eclectic mix of restaurants, bars, cafes and street food venues serving tastes from around the world throughout the city. It’s no secret that one of the best things about the festive season is the food and drink, so this Christmas why not pay one of these fine dining establishments a visit?

Brasserie Blanc

4 Victoria Mill, The Embankment, Sovereign St, Leeds LS1 4BJ

Tucked away in Sovereign Street, Brassiere Blanc is one of Leeds’ hidden gems. In a refurbished Victorian mill, this warm and welcoming restaurant provides tastes that remain loyal to the French classics, while allowing guests to feel relaxed and have fun. If you’re looking for the festive fine dining experience without the formality, it’s definitely the place for you.

Chaophraya

20A, Blayds Court, Swinegate, Leeds LS1 4AG

Experience a traditional Thai Christmas with one of Chaophraya’s carefully crafted three course tasting menus; designed to allow guests to enjoy new flavours and existing favourites in one sitting. Incredible Thai food, accompanied by a fantastic range of cocktails, wines and beers, means Chaophraya is the perfect venue to toast to the festivities with friends, family and colleagues.

Home

3 Brewery Pl, Leeds LS10 1NE

Led by Masterchef semi-finalist Elizabeth Cottam and Michelin-starred Head Chef Mark Owens, Home is a fine dining restaurant in the heart of Leeds that creates dishes inspired by the surrounding landscape and the produce it provides. The building was once home to a Victorian tiled fish market and is just steps away from the famous Kirgate market. The team curate an ever-changing collection of eight to ten course menus, giving guests a fabulous opportunity to try something new this festive season.

Restaurant Bar and Grill

The Old Post Office, 3 City Square, Leeds LS1 2AN

In the heart of city square, Leeds’ landmark Old Post Office is an elegant setting for your brunch, lunch, dinner or private party. It’s all about classic and inspired seasonal cooking, amazing steaks, and brilliant cocktails to match. With a heated outdoor terrace on the square overlooking the glittering Christmas tree, there’s no better place to celebrate the festive season with friends or family.

Shears Yard 

11-15 Wharf St, Leeds LS2 7EH

Brought to you by the team behind Arts Café, Shears Yard is a kitchen and bar that delivers a fresh and seasonal menu of creative combinations of locally sourced ingredients. Set in a 19^th century building complete with high ceilings and exposed brick work, this modern and industrial interior provides an intimate and relaxed setting for guests to enjoy. Whether you’re sampling their Taste of Shears Yard selections, or dining from the three course Christmas menu, Shears Yard provides exciting dishes that both look and taste amazing

Vice and Virtue

68 New Briggate, Leeds LS1 6NU

An award-winning fine dining British restaurant and prohibition cocktail lounge, Vice and Virtue offers a Modern British dining experience. Known for pushing the boundaries of the culinary arts, MasterChef: The Professional’s finalist Chef Jono and his team offer creative and elegant dishes guaranteed to whet your appetite this holiday season.