Heading out in Leeds? Carousel is one bar you’ll definitely want on your group chat’s radar.
Loud, lively and packed with surprises, there’s a lot to love about Carousel. Located in The Light, the fairground-themed bar is ready-made for your next occasion, whether it’s date night, girls night or even just a spontaneous midweek outing. Here are seven reasons to make Carousel your next night out destination.
You can get competitive with a host of fun-filled games…
You better bring your A game, because things get competitive fast at Carousel. You’ll find everything from shuffleboard and darts to shooting and beer pong, alongside an arcade loaded with retro favourite and edgy new additions. High score glory awaits.
…Or sing your heart out at karaoke
If living out your best pop star fantasy is more your vibe, you can book out one of Carousel’s karaoke rooms. With over 80,000 songs to choose from, you can channel your inner Billie, Charli, or whichever diva takes your fancy. The best bit? It’s only you and your mates listening, so there’s zero stage fright – just banger after banger.
There’s 2-4-1 cocktails all day, every day
Love cocktails? You’ve come to the right place. It’s happy hour all day, every day at Carousel, so when you order a cocktail, you’ll get another one for free. With more than 20 to choose from, it’s the perfect excuse to explore the menu. Our pick? Start off with a Boozy Vimto and work your way up to a Down the Clown – Carousel’s spin on the Zombie.
Their bottomless is iconic
Carousel don’t do bottomless brunch by halves. For £40 per person you’ll get one main or two small plates plus 90 minutes of unlimited cocktails, spirits, fizz and draft beer and cider. With so many options, you can switch up your order with every round and never drink the same thing twice. We’ll cheers to that.
It’s a street food haven
As for the food, expect finger-licking street food that’s big on flavour. From loaded smashed burgers to cheesy sourdough pizzas, there’s something for every craving. Prefer picky bits? Order a spread of small plates, dig into chicken tenders, bao buns, baby back ribs and more. With veggie, vegan and gluten free options available, no one’s going hungry.
Your selfies have never looked so good
Carousel serves looks as well as drinks. Think Victorian circus vibes, splashed in neon and given a club classics-style glow up. The venue is split front to back – bar up front, games behind – with selfie-worthy spots throughout. Just wait until you scroll your camera roll in the morning.
They’ve got January deals to cure the winter blues
Post-Christmas slump? Never heard of her. From 50% off food and free midweek gaming to the chance to double your bar tab, Carousel has the remedy to cure any January blues. It’s the perfect reason to rally the group, dodge the cold and kick off your 2026 in style.
