1st June 2026

7 Reasons to Dine on The Whitehall Terrace This Summer

Put this alfresco dining spot on your summer wish list.

Last updated 1st June 2026 Food and Drink Originally written

Dig into modern British cuisine, delicious daily specials and expertly-made cocktails at the elegant Whitehall Restaurant & Bar. With a heated wraparound terrace, it’s the perfect choice for summer dining.

Looking to try somewhere new this summer? The Whitehall’s terrace combines first-class food, great drinks and a prime location for relaxed summer dining.

When the sun’s out in Leeds, few places are better suited for alfresco dining than the terrace at The Whitehall Restaurant & Bar. Situated just a stone’s throw from Leeds Station, you’ll find this relaxed outdoor space outside one of the city’s top restaurants, and it’s ideal for any summer occasion. Here are seven reasons to dine on the Whitehall terrace this summer.

You’ll find it just minutes from Leeds Station

A waiter in the terrace at The Whitehall Restaurant & Bar

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Less than a five-minute walk from Leeds Station, The Whitehall Restaurant & Bar is perfectly placed for post-work drinks, pre-train dinners and spontaneous catch-ups. Just turn left out of the station doors and you’ll be there in minutes – meaning you can relax and enjoy incredible food, drinks, and service without ever having to watch the clock or rush for your train.

It’s ready-made for everything from coffee to cocktails

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Open from 10am daily, there are plenty of reasons to visit the restaurant. Swing by for a morning coffee, pencil in a leisurely lunch or round off your weekend with one of the best Sunday dinners in Leeds. Whether you’re drinking or dining, The Whitehall terrace offers something for all occasions.

There’s a great value early evening menu

Three plates of food on an outdoor table

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You don’t need a special occasion to dine at The Whitehall. Available from 5pm to 7pm, Monday to Saturday, the early evening menu includes three courses and half a bottle of wine for just £38. So have a seat on the terrace and catch some rays – it’s a brilliant way to experience the restaurant for less.

It’s perfect for business lunches…

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If you’re looking to take your next business lunch outdoors, The Whitehall’s terrace is hard to beat. Popular with everyone from local professionals to visiting clients, it offers a relaxed setting away from the office, alongside a great-value lunch menu that serves up two courses for £20.95 from 12pm to 5pm, Monday to Saturday.

…and ideal for long summer nights

The outdoor area at The Whitehall Restaurant & Bar

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Summer nights were made for venues like this. Whether you’re catching up with friends over cocktails, sharing a bottle of wine or dining alfresco, The Whitehall’s wraparound terrace is hard to ignore. With food served until 10pm Monday to Saturday and heaters for when the temperature drops, there’s no need to call it a night early.

There’s always something new to try

A lamb dish at The Whitehall Restaurant & Bar

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Led by Executive Chef Tom Bodenham, the kitchen regularly refreshes its menus and daily specials to make the most of what’s in season, giving diners plenty of reasons to return. But that’s not all – there’s also something for everyone, whether you’re after an elevated dining experience or a laidback pizza and a pint.

They’ve got one of the best wine lists in Leeds

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Wine lovers are particularly well catered for at The Whitehall. Alongside an impressive wine list, you’ll find a cocktail menu created by the restaurant’s talented bar team. We love the Aperol Paloma – a refreshing mix of Aperol and Patron silver tequila that’s perfect for summer sipping.

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