Where to eat in Chapel Allerton, Leeds
From a petite bistro on Stainbeck Corner to Thai on Regent Street, here is where to eat in Chapel Allerton and what to order.
By Only Leeds Editorial
Chapel Allerton is about two miles out of Leeds city centre, and the 10-minute bus ride is the easy part. The Yorkshire Press says the 2, 3 and 3A run from Vicar Lane and New Briggate, and the 36 leaves from the City Bus Station, so check routes with the operator. The area gets busy at weekends, so book where you can. The main eating streets are Town Street, Harrogate Road, Stainbeck Lane, Stainbeck Corner and Regent Street. Here is where to point yourself.
Hern, Stainbeck Corner
A small, relaxed but ambitious bistro from chef Rab Adams. The menu follows the seasons, with produce from local suppliers, and Creative Tourist rates the wine list. No signature dish to name, so ask about the seasonal set menu. OpenTable lists dinner Wednesday to Saturday and Saturday lunch, at two courses for £25 or three for £30. Evening prices sit in the £41 and over band, so it is a treat rather than a Tuesday tea. Book ahead, and tell them about allergies when you do. Early tables between 5.30pm and 6.30pm get the short set menu only. Check the details on OpenTable before you go.
House of Koko, Harrogate Road
The brunch pick, at 62 Harrogate Road. Leeds List steers you to the Turkish eggs, the hot honey habibi, or the soup of the day with a cheese toastie. The Yorkshire Press recommends the steak and eggs and the iced coffees. It is dog friendly, has vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options, and an older listing says no reservations, so be ready to queue at the weekend. Details are in the Leeds List cafe guide.
Sukhothai, Regent Street
The original Sukhothai at 8 Regent Street is around 25 years old, and it does Thai classics: curries, stir-fries and platters. Popular orders on Tripadvisor include the Sukhothai platter, pad thai, weeping tiger and tom yum. Platters are listed at £9.75 to £11.75 per person, and satay gai at £8.95. TheFork puts the average spend at about £25 a head. Discover Leeds also mentions chicken and duck livers fried with garlic and herbs. It is an evening place, so check the hours first.
Rudy's Pizza Napoletana, Stainbeck Lane
Neapolitan-style pizza at 10 to 12 Stainbeck Lane. Rudy's is a small chain with three Leeds branches, but this one is a local fixture, with a relaxed room and reliable pricing. The Yorkshire Evening Post praised its specials menu, so start there. Its review gave the food 9 out of 10 and the value 6 out of 10, so budget accordingly. Details are in the YEP review.
The Woods, Stainbeck Corner
An independent neighbourhood bar with outdoor seating, DJs, live performances and wood-fired pizza. Leeds List picks out the spiced lamb keema and spinach pizza, which is the one to order. The Yorkshire Evening Post reports an in-house kitchen under head chef Jamie Brooks. Mumbler also lists smash burgers and wraps from the kerbside.
Mythos, Stainbeck Lane
A Greek bar and grill at 5 Stainbeck Lane, on the former Dapur Malaysia site. Reviewers praise the lamb chop, chicken skewers with pitta, and the mixed grill. OpenTable lists it at £25 and under. Check it is trading as you remember before you set off.
Coffee and bakes
For something lighter, Crust & Crumb at 110B Harrogate Road does cakes, artisan bread, sandwiches, pies, sausage rolls and breakfasts, and welcomes dogs. Opposite Café on Stainbeck Lane serves Square Mile coffee, with homemade breakfast, lunch and cakes. Hours and prices for both are worth checking on the day.
Making a day of it
Time Out named Chapel Allerton one of the UK's top 10 coolest neighbourhoods in 2022, and it is easy to see why you would stay. Brunch on Harrogate Road, a wander along Stainbeck Lane, then pizza or Thai after dark covers most of a good Saturday.
