Breakfast is the most important meal of the day and Leeds has plenty of places where you can start your day right.
From hip indie cafes to good ol’ fashioned greasy spoons, upmarket restaurants to cosy coffee houses, Leeds is awash with a flurry of fantastic breakfast options. Whether you’re in the mood for a massive full English, looking for a big stack of pancakes or searching for the city’s best breakfast sandwich, we’ve got you covered. Take a look through this trusty list – breakfast heaven awaits.
Galleria
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When you’re in the mood for a tasty breakfast in Leeds, you won’t need to look much further than Galleria. You’ll find the stylish all-day restaurant at Project House, where they serve fresh pastries, juice and North Star coffee from 9am, with their full breakfast menu available at 10am.
If the Turkish eggs with ‘nduja butter or the apple compote pancakes haven’t got your mouth watering already, how about the stuffed hash browns? Available with either maple smoked bacon & fried eggs or smoked salmon, creme fraiche and poached egg, they serve up the perfect combination of flavours and textures.
Address: Armley Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS12 2DR.
Open from: 9am Monday to Saturday and 10am on Sunday.
Top tip: Their breakfast cocktails are incredible.
Check them out: galleria-lds.com
Gray’s of Rothwell
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If you’re after a tasty breakfast in the south-east of Leeds, then Gray’s of Rothwell is the place for you. This multi award-winning coffee shop serves up a mean breakfast, with plenty of options to keep even the pickiest of eaters happy, including vegan and gluten-free options to boot.
From stacked fry-ups and hearty sandwiches, to sourdough Benedicts and topped pancakes or waffles, the menu features all the morning favourites. Be sure to check out the breakfast specials board too – it usually features crowdpleasing twists on the Bennys, like the NYC bagel Benny with sausage patty, bacon, poached egg, cheese and mustard hollandaise. Wash it down with a cup of their perfectly brewed coffee and you’re onto a winner
Address: 7-41 Commercial Street, Rothwell, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS26 0AP.
Open from: 9am daily.
Top tip: Find time to shop their charming selection of gifts and cards while there.
Check them out: graysofrothwell.co.uk
Residence
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With locations in Cookridge, Moortown and Headingley, you’re never too far away from one of Residence’s tasty breakfast dishes. When the all-purpose cafe isn’t brewing up artisan coffee or mixing tasty cocktails, they’re perfecting their breakfast offering, with vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options galore.
The breakfast sandwich is a tried and tested favourite – you can choose three ingredients, and we don’t think you can get much better than egg, bacon and a hash brown. If you’ve got a sweet tooth, though, the French brioche toast with Nutella sauce, Biscoff crumb and banana is sure to hit the spot.
Address: 74 Otley Old Road, Cookridge, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS16 6LQ; 5 North Lane, Headingley, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS6 3HG & 390 Harrogate Road, Moortown, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS17 6PY.
Open from: 9am in Cookridge, and 9:30am in Moortown and Headingley.
Top tip: You can’t book, so be prepared to wait for a table.
Check them out: residence74.co.uk
Things in Bread
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Things in Bread may be your go-to for a lunchtime pick me up, but did you know they also serve up some of the best breakfast sandwiches in Leeds? Available from 8am to 10am, there are four butty choices on offer, from the bacon to the veggie sausage.
Want to go the whole hog? It has to be ‘The Full Breaky’, which sees Lishman’s sausages and bacon, a free range omelette and American cheese sandwiched between two impossibly fluffy hunks of bread. If you’re on the go, it’s the perfect way to start your day, but be warned, they sell out quickly!
Address: 15 Boar Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 5EL.
Open from: 8am Monday to Saturday and 10am on Sunday.
Top tip: They’re popular, so you may have to queue.
Check them out: thingsinbread.com
The Ivy
Looking to splash out for your next breakfast? The Ivy is the perfect place to do just that. The British institution is known for its tasty dishes and stunning decor, and Leeds’ Victoria Quarter venue is no different.
Smoothies and juices set the tone before diving into a stacked breakfast menu – will it be the pancakes or scrambled eggs & smoked salmon? If you’re asking us, we’d go the whole hog with The Ivy Full English Breakfast. Streaky bacon and Cumberland sausages sit alongside hen’s eggs, rostis, black pudding and more. Delicious.
Address: Vicar Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 6BA.
Open from: 8:30am every day.
Top tip: Be sure to pair your dish with a fruit-packed smoothie.
Check them out: ivycollection.com
Wapentake
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Wapentake is a Leeds institution, serving up hearty Yorkshire scran made from local ingredients, often sourced from Kirkgate Market. Breakfast is big here, so roll up your sleeves and get ready to dig in. Their all-day breakfasts are some of the best around, with veggie and vegan versions available.
Hungry? Make like a viking and double it up. That’s not all – you can gorge on stacked breakfast butties. Fancy something a little different? The breakfast Yorkshire pud comes filled with baked eggs, crispy bacon and Hendo’s relish. Plus, you can bring your pooch along too!
Address: 92 Kirkgate, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 7DJ.
Open from: 9am Tuesday to Sunday. Closed on Mondays.
Top tip: Sit upstairs if you want to watch the football while you eat!
Check them out: instagram.com/wapentakeleeds
Laynes
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Ask a local where to find the best breakfast in Leeds, and there’s a high chance they’ll say Laynes. As well as pouring some of the city’s finest coffee, their food menu leaves nothing to be desired. The breakfast brioche roll is a popular choice, available with veggie bacon too.
More experimental offerings feature smoked trout croquettes, Yorkshire rarebit, and savoury French toast, served with a sausage patty, scrambled eggs, chilli and maple syrup. They’ve also got an in-house bakery, so you can grab one of their famous pastries and a coffee to go if you’re in a rush.
Address: 16 New Station Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 5DL.
Open from: 7:30am on weekdays, 8am on Saturdays and 9am on Sundays.
Top tip: It’s perfect if you’re close to the train station.
Check them out: laynescafe.co.uk
Moose Coffee
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If you love nothing more than massive American breakfasts, head on down to Moose Coffee. Renowned for its larger than life dishes – and menu – Moose prides itself on serving authentic US and Canadian brekkies, all day long.
There’s plenty to choose from, but there’s no better place to get pancakes. Made to order, you can keep it classic with maple syrup and butter, or add bacon for a sweet and salty treat. For something savoury, but equally as decadent, there are no less than eight Benedicts to go for.
Address: Bond Court, Wine Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 2JZ.
Open from: 9am on weekdays, and 8am on weekends.
Top tip: The dishes are seriously big, so come ready.
Check them out: moosecoffee.co
North Star Coffee Shop
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The North Star does indeed shine the brightest. Many of the venues in this list serve North Star coffee, and it’s no wonder – they’re one of Leeds’ best roasters. Alongside impeccable coffee, they also serve up cracking breakfasts down at Leeds dock.
A rotating seasonal menu keeps things interesting, and freshly baked pastries from Nova Bakehouse are always a surefire hit. The breakfast butty, crammed with pork belly patty and an organic fried egg, will definitely fill a gap, while the Calabrian chilli baked beans on toast is a veggie delight.
Address: The Boulevard, Leeds Dock, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS10 1PZ.
Open from: 8am on weekdays and 9am on weekends.
Top tip: Make sure you grab a cup of coffee, obviously!
Check them out: northstarroast.com
Olive & Rye
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Located in the stunning Queens Arcade, Olive & Rye is a charming indie cafe with a friendly and welcoming vibe. Creative breakfast dishes are put together from locally sourced ingredients, providing a wholesome way to start the day.
Their full breakfast comes with a couple of inspired twists – crispy pork belly replaces the bacon, while homemade black pudding stars in place of sausage. It’s all backed up by tomato, mushrooms, homemade beans, hash browns, sourdough toast and eggs-your-way. Definitely a winner.
Address: 18-20 Queens Arcade, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 6LF.
Open from: 9am every day.
Top tip: Their Darkwoods roasted coffee is a must-try.
Check them out: oliveandrye.co.uk
If Brunch
Presentation matters at this Leeds favourite. If’s stunningly crafted breakfasts look almost too good to eat. But let’s start with the coffee. They get theirs from North Star, and these brews really hit the spot.
In terms of food, you’re spoilt for choice. The Benedicts are a dream, dripping in vibrant hollandaise, topped with crispy onions and loaded with your choice of salmon, bacon, or spinach. The pancakes are also legendary – Biscoff spread with berry compote is a must for folks with a sweet tooth.
Address: 43 Call Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 7BT.
Open from: 8am weekdays, and 9am on weekends.
Top tip: If it’s sunny, there’s no better place to enjoy than sat outside their Call Lane venue.
Check them out: ifupnorth.co.uk
Heaney & Mill
Heaney & Mill is here to prove that the ‘burbs can do breakfast, too. They serve it daily until 11:45am, making it perfect for both late and early risers. Once you’ve grabbed a brew – they serve their own blend of coffee – or even a breakfast cocktail, it’s time to peruse the menu.
The eggs Benedict is an absolute delight, but it’s the pancakes worth writing home about here. A super-fluffy buttermilk stack is topped with your choice of caramelised banana and dulche de leche, strawberry compote and clotted cream, or gochujang crispy chicken and hot honey slaw with a fried egg. It’s sensational.
Address: 48 Otley Road, Headingley, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS6 2AL.
Open from: 9am every day.
Top tip: It can get a little noisy sat outside, so we’d recommend a table inside.
Check them out: heaneyandmill.com
House of Koko
In the city centre, Chapel Allerton and Oakwood, you’ll find House of Koko, whose breakfasts have become the talk of Leeds. In addition to great coffee and a huge range of teas, this modern yet rustic cafe serves a delightful selection of dishes to kickstart your morning.
Turkish eggs is the pick of the bunch. One for the garlic lovers, clove-infused labneh is topped with poached eggs, pickled herb salad and Aleppo butter. Top it with merguez sausage or halloumi for an extra £2.60. A huge array of sides makes it easy to customise your order just how you like it.
Address: 62 Harrogate Road, Chapel Allerton, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS7 4LA & 466 Roundhay Road, Roundhay, Oakwood, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS8 2HU.
Open from: City centre opens 8am Monday to Saturday, and 9am on Sunday. Chapel Allerton opens 8am on weekdays, and 9am on weekends. Oakwood opens 9am daily.
Top tip: If you’re getting pancakes, choose Nutella and banana as toppings.
Check them out: houseofkoko.com
Fika North
Speciality coffee bar Fika North is a hit up in Headingley, where it slings tasty pastries, cakes and bagels all day long. Once you’ve grabbed a coffee, made using beans from a local indie roaster, it’s a bagel you’ll want to go for.
Hot toasted and made fresh to order, they come loaded with a range of scrummy fillings. The pastrami is a classic – a generous serving of meat with cheese, mustard and of course pickles. Add a couple of hash browns for an extra treat. There’s vegan options, too, so everybody wins.
Address: 94 Otley Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS6 4BA.
Open from: 8am on weekdays, and 9am on weekends.
Top tip: If you go on a weekend, you might be waiting for a table.
Check them out: fikanorth.co.uk
Crust & Crumb
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Another Chapel Allerton favourite, the bakery/cafe Crust & Crumb is a must when you’re after something warm and freshly baked. Aside from selling a massive selection of breads and pastries, their breakfast menu will also keep you happy.
Why not try a Bury Benedict? This classic Benny is given a northern twang with the addition of Bury black pudding and mushrooms, then slathered in Yorkshire hollandaise. Wash it down with an excellent coffee and you’re set for the day.
Address: 110B Harrogate Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS7 4NY.
Open from: 8am Tuesday to Saturday.
Top tip: Grab something to take home from their deli.
Check them out: crustandcrumbleeds.co.uk
Hyde Park Book Club
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Hyde Park Book Club is a hipster’s paradise. Boho and studenty, it’s super relaxed and exactly as you’d expect a cafe in a second-hand book store to be. In addition to fresh coffee and cake, they serve a fully-veggie, mainly vegan breakfast menu, packed with comforting, affordable food.
The avocado with vegan nduja on toast is incredible – topped on sourdough bread alongside roasted tomato and pickled red onion. Top it with a fried egg or two for the ultimate breakfast treat. It’s messy, glorious and a stellar way to start your day.
Address: 27-29 Headingley Lane, Headingley, Leeds, LS6 1BL.
Open from: 9am every day.
Top tip: Play a game of Scrabble while you wait for food.
Check them out: hydeparkbookclub.co.uk
Mill Kitchen
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Sunny Bank Mill’s Mill Kitchen is brimming with character, all exposed brickwork and old school furniture. They serve rustic breakfast food with a twist and you can find unique dishes such as Mexican breakfast, sweet potato shakshuka, and brie, cranberry & pistachio on sourdough.
For something more traditional, the full English is cracking, and the cheesy beans on toast will warm your soul – house-baked sourdough loaded with homemade beans, cheddar cheese and spring onions. Fill your boots, then head into the mill to explore the gallery.
Address: 1 The Old Combing, Paradise Street, Sunny Bank Mills, Farsley, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS28 5UJ.
Open from: 8am Monday to Saturday, and 9am on Sundays.
Top tip: Take home a loaf of freshly baked bread with you.
Check them out: millkitchen.com
The Greenhouse
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The Greenhouse is an all vegan eatery out in Horsforth, and the first of its kind in the area. An extensive all-day breakfast menu offers plenty for plant-eaters to enjoy, from the tasty tofu scramble to creamy mushrooms on sourdough.
But the pancakes are the real deal. This impeccably-presented stack comes with fruity berry compote, fresh berries, yoghurt, granola and maple syrup. If you’ve still got room (or want a treat for later), try a homemade cake, or keep it healthy with a smoothie.
Address: Town Street, Horsforth, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS18 5LJ.
Open from: 9am Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday and 10am on Sundays. Closed on Tuesdays.
Top tip: Don’t forget to try one of their freshly baked cakes.
Check them out: thegreenhousehorsforth.co.uk
Cha Lounge
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The wonderfully charming Cha Lounge has built itself quite the reputation, and its breakfast menu is one of the best in Leeds. Expect a warm and welcoming vibe from this zero-waste cafe bar, alongside some seriously good food and drink.
The sumac-roasted tomatoes are a flavourful delight – these oven-roasted spiced cherry tommies with Sriracha are simple yet sublime, and can be topped with eggs or bacon if you fancy. You can also build your own breakfast sandwich to kick start your day exactly how you want.
Address: 24-26 Dock Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS10 1JF.
Open from: 8am on weekdays and 9am on weekends.
Top tip: They’re really family-friendly.
Check them out: chalounge.com
Scoff’s
Scoff’s is a feel-good, friendly vegan diner over in Horsforth, and it’s home to some banging breakfasts. The menu will make you want to scoff the lot – there are breakfast sandwiches and burritos, along with a hefty full English packed with alt-meats.
But for the ultimate breakfast treat, it has to be the Mac’Scoffin Sandwich. Plant sausage patty, chickpea ‘egg’ omelette and melted cheeze snuggle up between a soft English muffin. Whisper it quietly, it might even be better than its fast-food namesake!
Address: 86 New Road Side, Horsforth, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS18 4LZ.
Open from: 10am every day.
Top tip: It’s great if you’re on a budget.
Check them out: scoffsleeds.co.uk
Riveresque
Sitting on the banks of the River Aire, Riveresque is a no-frills cafe that’s loved by Leeds locals. Order one of its sprawling breakfasts and you’ll find out why. You can keep it simple with a coffee and a breakfast sarnie, or go all out with a full English.
The latter will see you take on a massive plate of bacon, sausage and eggs, served with beans, mushrooms, tomatoes and two rounds of toast. What’s more, it’s super pocket-friendly, so you can chow down on a hearty plate of scran without breaking the bank.
Address: 15 Bridge End, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 7HG.
Open from: 7am on weekdays and 8am on weekends.
Top tip: Take your breakfast away to enjoy by the river.
Check them out: riveresque.co.uk
Popina’s
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Popina’s is a legend in the Leeds student community and beyond. Serving a range of breakfasts and hot sandwiches, it’s most famous for its ‘Mega Breakfast’ – a behemoth of a full English, which earns you a keyring and a spot on the wall of fame if you manage to finish it.
This absolute monster comes loaded with all the usual characters, from salty bacon and big bangers to an ocean of beans and no less than three eggs. It’s just bloody massive. Bring your hangovers, they’ll be cured. Not up to it? You can also get more scoffable portions.
Address: 31 Brudenell Road, Hyde Park, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 1HA.
Open from: 11am every day.
Top tip: Only get the Mega Breakfast if you’re feeling brave.
Check them out: facebook.com/popinas
Browns Greens Vegetarian Cafe
There’s no doubt about it, Browns Greens cook up some of the best vegetarian breakfasts in Leeds. This lovely Rawdon cafe is completely meat-free, so if you’re veggie, you definitely won’t be stuck for choice.
Drinks cover coffees, teas and tasty smoothies, while the food menu starts with toasted fruit teacakes, with stops for porridge, vegan breakfast and ‘BG’s’ Benedict along the way. In the mood for something sweeter? You can’t go wrong with two slices of fluffy brioche French toast, with your choice of topping – will it be Biscoff, Nutella, fruit compote or maple syrup?
Address: 3B Harrogate Road, Rawdon, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS19 6HW.
Open from: 9am Tuesday to Saturday and 9:30am on Sunday. Closed on Monday.
Top tip: It’s rustic, laidback and the perfect place to relax.
Check them out: instagram.com/brownsgreensvegetariancafe
