Our top picks
Laynes Espresso
You come to Layne’s for the coffee. Sourced from roasters across Europe, there’s always a new variety to try. Commuters swear by it.
Archive Leeds
Archive Leeds makes a great place for coffee, brunch, Sunday breakfast or for a quick lunch during your working day. The venue is only small but has lovely modern décor and is the perfect spot to unwind. It’s far enough out from the bustling centre of Leeds but close enough you can visit on your lunch break or for a break from shopping.
House of Koko
As well as great Northstar coffee, House of Koko offers a variety of real teas, sourced from around the world, and some very rare indeed. A place where you will always be met with a smile.
Wapentake
Freshness is the name of the game for this city centre cafe bar. The bread is baked on site daily and there’s an exhaustive range of coffees and teas – not to mention alcoholic drinks.
Sebby’s Deli
Opening in 2011, Sebby’s Deli is named after the owners camper van, which they used to travel across America before settling in this leafy suburb of Leeds. If you want homemade food and friendly service, it’s well worth the visit.
Where to go in Leeds
Empire Café is located in Leeds’ ‘home of day dining’- Fish street!
Kapow Coffee is an independent coffee shop located in Thornton’s Arcade in the heart of Leeds City Centre, serving cakes, sandwiches and delicious coffee.
Archive is a coffee house, cafeteria, bar and event space based in the site of a former TV archive in Leeds.
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