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Cool bars in Leeds

Leeds' coolest bars mix good drinks with something more: music halls, rooftop terraces, games and a hidden speakeasy. These are the Leeds Cocktail Week partners worth seeking out.

Cool bars at a glance

BarWhat it isFri and Sat until
Belgrave Music Hall
Briggate and The Headrow
Music venue and bar3am
BOX
Park Row and the business district
Sports barmidnight
Electric Shuffle
Briggate and The Headrow
Shuffleboard bar1am
Flight Club
Park Row and the business district
Social darts bar1am
Headrow House
Briggate and The Headrow
Bar and music venue2am
House of Fu
Briggate and The Headrow
Ramen and karaoke bar9:30pm
NQ64
Briggate and The Headrow
Arcade bar3am
Révolucion de Cuba
Call Lane and the Exchange Quarter
Cuban bar3am
Rita's Leeds
Briggate and The Headrow
Beer hall and bar3am
Roxy Ball Room Boar Lane
Trinity and Boar Lane
Bowling and games bar12:30am
Roxy Ball Room Merrion St
Briggate and The Headrow
Games bar12:30am
Roxy Lane The Light
Briggate and The Headrow
Bowling and games bar12:30am
Sela Bar
Briggate and The Headrow
Bar and live music venue2am
Smokestack
Call Lane and the Exchange Quarter
Bar and club4am
The Botanist
Trinity and Boar Lane
Bar and restaurantmidnight
The Bootlegger
Park Row and the business district
Speakeasy2am

Opening times, bookings and seating from Google Maps, checked 7 November. They change, so check with the venue.

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Walk it in one night

The shortest walking order for 5 of these bars, about 8 minutes on foot in total.

  1. Belgrave Music Hall
  2. NQ64About 2 minutes' walk from Belgrave Music Hall
  3. Sela BarAbout 2 minutes' walk from NQ64
  4. House of FuAbout 2 minutes' walk from Sela Bar
  5. Headrow HouseAbout 2 minutes' walk from House of Fu
Walking route in Google Maps

Map of cool bars in Leeds

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Belgrave Music Hall, Leeds

Belgrave Music Hall

Music venue and bar · Briggate and The Headrow · ££

Alcohol-free signature

A three-floor music hall and bar just off the top of the city centre, with live music, street food and a rooftop terrace. One of the best places in Leeds for a drink outside.

Leeds Cocktail Week 2026 signatureSpicy mango caipirinha Velho barreiro cachaca, lime juice, mango syrup, dash Tabasco

Alcohol-freeChilli mango shake vegan

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon noon to midnight, Tue noon to 12:30am, Wed noon to 1am, Thu noon to 1:30am, Fri noon to 2:30am, Sat 11am to 3am, Sun 11am to midnight

Cross Belgrave Street, Leeds, LS2 8JP

BOX, Leeds

BOX

Sports bar · Park Row and the business district · ££

Alcohol-free signature

A big sports bar on Infirmary Street from the team behind the original Box in Headingley, with screens everywhere and games for groups.

Leeds Cocktail Week 2026 signatureTropic Like It's Hot Sailor Jerry spiced rum, pear liqueur, Briottet manzana verde, pear syrup, mango syrup, Apple juice, Lemon juice, foamer

Alcohol-freeTropic Like It's Not

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Wed noon to 11pm, Thu to Sat noon to midnight, Sun noon to 11pm

15 Infirmary St, Leeds, LS1 2JS

Electric Shuffle, Leeds

Electric Shuffle

Shuffleboard bar · Briggate and The Headrow · ££

Alcohol-free signature

A high-tech shuffleboard bar on The Headrow where cameras keep the score. Built for groups, with cocktails and food to share between games.

Leeds Cocktail Week 2026 signaturePortobello Parade Portobello Gin, Luxardo Liqueur, Two Keys Grapefruit, Lime Juice, Vanilla Syrup, Soda

Alcohol-freeCherry On Top vegan

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Wed 4pm to midnight, Thu noon to midnight, Fri and Sat noon to 1am, Sun 11am to 11pm

123 The Headrow, Leeds, LS1 5RD

Flight Club, Leeds

Flight Club

Social darts bar · Park Row and the business district · ££

Alcohol-free signature

A social darts bar on South Parade with automatic scoring and games built for groups. Cocktails and food come to your oche.

Leeds Cocktail Week 2026 signatureSummer Lovin' Bacardi Spiced, orange juice, lemon juice, mango purée, coconut cream, sugar syrup

Alcohol-freeCherry On Top vegan

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu 11am to midnight, Fri and Sat 11am to 1am, Sun 11am to midnight

1-2 S Parade, Leeds, LS1 5QL

Headrow House, Leeds

Headrow House

Bar and music venue · Briggate and The Headrow · ££

Alcohol-free signature

A multi-floor bar on The Headrow with a beer hall, a music venue and a rooftop terrace. A good all-rounder for a group.

Leeds Cocktail Week 2026 signatureCitrus fizz luxardo limoncello, grapefruit liqueur, lime juice, lemonade

Alcohol-freeCitrus fizz mocktail

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon and Tue 2pm to 11pm, Wed 2pm to midnight, Thu 2pm to 1am, Fri and Sat noon to 2am, Sun noon to 9pm

19a The Headrow, Leeds, LS1 6PU

House of Fu, Leeds

House of Fu

Ramen and karaoke bar · Briggate and The Headrow · ££

Alcohol-free signature

A ramen bar on The Headrow with a cocktail bar and private karaoke rooms. Dinner and a sing-song in one stop.

Leeds Cocktail Week 2026 signatureFrozen Spicy Margarita El Rayo Tequila, Sarti, chilli, lime

Alcohol-freeTart & Soul vegan

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu 11:30am to 2:45pm and 4:30pm to 9pm, Fri and Sat 11:30am to 2:45pm and 4:30pm to 9:30pm, Sun 11:30am to 2:45pm and 4:30pm to 8pm

15-19 The Headrow, Leeds, LS1 6PU

NQ64, Leeds

NQ64

Arcade bar · Briggate and The Headrow · ££

Alcohol-free signature

A retro arcade bar on Merrion Street, with classic arcade machines and consoles under neon graffiti. Cocktails come with game-themed names.

Leeds Cocktail Week 2026 signatureGrapefruit Gauntlet Havana Club 3 rum, grapefruit sherbet, Lime, grapefruit soda

Alcohol-freeGrapefruit Gauntlet 0% vegan

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu 4pm to 2am, Fri 4pm to 3am, Sat noon to 3am, Sun 11am to 2am

11 Merrion Street, Leeds, LS1 6PQ

Révolucion de Cuba, Leeds

Révolucion de Cuba

Cuban bar · Call Lane and the Exchange Quarter · ££

Alcohol-free signature

A Cuban-themed bar and restaurant on Call Lane, with rum cocktails, tapas and a party atmosphere late on.

Leeds Cocktail Week 2026 signatureMango Mai Tai Appleton Estate Signature, Appleton Estate 8 Year, Orgeat Syrup, Mango Puree, Lime Juice, Bitters

Alcohol-freeAlcohol Free Mango Mai Tai vegan

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon closed, Tue and Wed 3pm to midnight, Thu noon to 1am, Fri and Sat noon to 3am, Sun noon to 9pm

64-68 Call Lane, Leeds, LS1 6DT

Rita's Leeds, Leeds

Rita's Leeds

Beer hall and bar · Briggate and The Headrow · ££

Alcohol-free signature

A beer hall for cocktail lovers on Woodhouse Lane, in the former Walkabout, with margaritas, big pizzas and live music every day.

Leeds Cocktail Week 2026 signatureThe Classic One Casamigos Blanco Tequila, triple Sec, Lime Juice, Agave Nectar, Lime Wedge, Salt Rim

Alcohol-freeThe Sober One 0%

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon and Tue noon to 2am, Wed to Sat noon to 3am, Sun noon to 2am

43 Woodhouse Lane, Leeds, LS1 3HQ

Roxy Ball Room Boar Lane, Leeds

Roxy Ball Room Boar Lane

Bowling and games bar · Trinity and Boar Lane · ££

Alcohol-free signature

Bowling, pool and table tennis on Boar Lane, with a full bar and food. Easy to book for a group.

Leeds Cocktail Week 2026 signatureShe's Electric Cazcabel Coconut Tequilla, Lime Juice, Mango Puree, Coconut syrup, Fresh chilli, Tajin Seasoned Rim, Lime Wheel

Alcohol-freeShe's Electric (non-alcoholic) vegan

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Wed 3pm to 11pm, Thu 3pm to midnight, Fri 3pm to 12:30am, Sat noon to 12:30am, Sun noon to 10pm

58 Boar Lane, Leeds, LS1 6HW

Roxy Ball Room Merrion St, Leeds

Roxy Ball Room Merrion St

Games bar · Briggate and The Headrow · ££

Alcohol-free signature

The Merrion Street Roxy Ball Room, with pool, table tennis and other games plus a full bar.

Leeds Cocktail Week 2026 signatureShe's Electric Cazcabel Coconut Tequilla, Lime Juice, Mango Puree, Coconut syrup, Fresh chilli, Tajin Seasoned Rim, Lime Wheel

Alcohol-freeShe's Electric (non-alcoholic) vegan

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Wed 3pm to 11pm, Thu 3pm to midnight, Fri 3pm to 12:30am, Sat noon to 12:30am, Sun noon to 10pm

9a Merrion Street, Leeds, LS1 6PQ

Roxy Lane The Light, Leeds

Roxy Lane The Light

Bowling and games bar · Briggate and The Headrow · ££

Alcohol-free signature

Roxy Lanes in The Light on The Headrow, with bowling and games under one roof and a full bar.

Leeds Cocktail Week 2026 signatureShe's Electric Cazcabel Coconut Tequilla, Lime Juice, Mango Puree, Coconut syrup, Fresh chilli, Tajin Seasoned Rim, Lime Wheel

Alcohol-freeShe's Electric (non-alcoholic) vegan

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Wed 11am to 11pm, Thu 11am to midnight, Fri and Sat 11am to 12:30am, Sun 11am to 10pm

The Light, 44-28 The Headrow, Leeds, LS1 8TL

Sela Bar, Leeds

Sela Bar

Bar and live music venue · Briggate and The Headrow · ££

Alcohol-free signature

A bar and pizzeria on New Briggate that has been putting on live music for over 20 years, from jazz jams to soul and funk bands.

Leeds Cocktail Week 2026 signaturePowerglass Princess Old J Classic, Paixão Passionfruit, fresh lime, Pineapple juice, Passionfruit Syrup

Alcohol-freeNo-Jito vegan

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon closed, Tue and Wed 4pm to midnight, Thu and Fri 4pm to 2am, Sat 2pm to 2am, Sun 4pm to midnight

20 New Briggate, Leeds, LS1 6NU

Smokestack, Leeds

Smokestack

Bar and club · Call Lane and the Exchange Quarter · ££

Alcohol-free signature

A funk and soul speakeasy on Lower Briggate with a New Orleans feel, live music and DJs into the early hours.

Leeds Cocktail Week 2026 signatureBlueberry Hill Wyborowa vodka, Briottet Mure, Briottet Framboise, Blueberry cherry & orange syrup, lemon juice, pineapple juice

Alcohol-freeThrill on the hill vegan

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon closed, Tue to Fri 5pm to 3am, Sat 4pm to 4am, Sun 5pm to 3am

159a Lower Briggate, Leeds, LS1 6LY

The Botanist, Leeds

The Botanist

Bar and restaurant · Trinity and Boar Lane · ££

Alcohol-free signature

The Botanist on Boar Lane, with a botanical look, a long cocktail list and live music.

Leeds Cocktail Week 2026 signatureYuzu Collada Bacardi Coconut, Ume No Yada Yuzu Saké, Pineapple Juice, Coconut syrup

Alcohol-freeRaspberry & Elderflower Cooler vegan

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu 11am to 10pm, Fri and Sat 10am to midnight, Sun 11am to 11pm

67 Boar Lane, Leeds, LS1 6HW

The Bootlegger, Leeds

The Bootlegger

Speakeasy · Park Row and the business district · ££

Alcohol-free signature

A hideaway cocktail bar on Park Row with a speakeasy feel, booths and a private room for groups.

Leeds Cocktail Week 2026 signatureSummer Starburst absolute Vodka, watermelon liqueur, lime, lemonade, cranberry juice, strawberry syrup, cherry syrup

Alcohol-freeStar struck spritz vegan

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon closed, Tue to Thu 5pm to midnight, Fri 4pm to 2am, Sat noon to 2am, Sun closed

18 Park Row, Leeds, LS1 5JA

Cool bars in Leeds: your questions

What are the coolest bars in Leeds?

Belgrave Music Hall and Headrow House for food, music and rooftop terraces, The Bootlegger for a hidden bar, Smokestack and Sela Bar for music, and Flight Club, BOX and NQ64 for games.

Are they open on Mondays?

Most are. Révolucion de Cuba, Sela Bar, Smokestack and The Bootlegger are closed on Mondays, going by Google Maps.

Do they do alcohol-free cocktails?

Yes. 16 of these made an alcohol-free signature for Leeds Cocktail Week 2026, including Chilli mango shake at Belgrave Music Hall, Tropic Like It's Not at BOX and Cherry On Top at Electric Shuffle.

Can I walk between them?

Yes. Belgrave Music Hall, NQ64, Sela Bar, House of Fu and Headrow House are about 8 minutes' walk end to end, in that order. The walking route is on this page.

When is the next Leeds Cocktail Week?

The next Leeds Cocktail Week runs 30 July to 8 August 2027. Signature cocktails start from £6 with a wristband, and every venue serves an alcohol-free option.

What a Cocktail Week night looks like

Ten days of friends, signature cocktails and Leeds's best bars. Here's a taste from our events.

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Leeds Cocktail Week 2027

One wristband, Leeds's best bars

The next Leeds Cocktail Week runs 30 July to 8 August 2027. One wristband gets you a signature cocktail from £6 in bars across Leeds, an alcohol-free version in every venue, and extra wristband deals.

  • A signature cocktail created for the week in every venue taking part, from £6
  • An alcohol-free drink in every venue
  • Extra deals for wristband holders

Bars were checked against each venue and local listings on 7 November 2026. Photos were supplied by the venues for Leeds Cocktail Week 2026. The cocktails named are the Leeds Cocktail Week 2026 signatures and may not be on the menu all year. Opening times and menus change, so check with the venue before you go. Price guide: £ good value, ££ mid-range, £££ special occasion.

Leeds Cocktail Week30 July to 8 August
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