Sunday Lunch in Leeds | 10 Seriously Good Roasts
Looking for the top places for Sunday Lunch in Leeds? A life without the much-loved British classic just doesn’t bear thinking about. And whilst it can be great fun to whip up a home-cooked meal, after a long week at work (and perhaps a heavy Saturday night), who really has the energy to cook?
Not to mention dealing with the mound of washing up afterwards. Luckily, we have you covered with our list of where to find the best Leeds Sunday Lunch. And not a sink of dirty plates insight.
Sunday Lunch in Leeds City Centre | Sunday Lunch in the surrounding Leeds area
Sunday Lunch Leeds City Centre
CrowdedHouse
Located on levels 5 and 6 of Trinity Shopping Centre, CrowdedHouse is offering the best rooftop roast in Leeds. With an extraordinarily stunning menu, Sundays at CrowdedHouse take things to another level. Think shorthorn beef tartar and sage and onion stuffed pork.
With their Sunday Sessions adding the ambience of a live music accompaniment, it’s a Sunday Lunch you cannot miss.
Where? Level 5 & 6, Trinity Centre, 70 Boar Ln, Leeds LS1 6HW
Shears Yard
This modern contemporary kitchen boasts some of the hippest interiors in Leeds; think exposed brick, concrete floors, and filament lights.
Served between 12 noon and 5 pm, their Sunday Lunch is one of the best in Leeds with a menu small but perfectly formed, with a focus on fresh, local and seasonal produce.
Begin with a Jerusalem artichoke and truffle velouté, before moving onto mains, which include roast sirloin of beef, pork shoulder, or a vegetarian option of salt-baked vegetable pithivier, served with all the trimmings.
11-15 Wharf Street, The Calls, LS2 7EH
Ox Club
The award-winning Ox Club restaurant has been featured in both the Michelin and Good Food guides for the past five years (which impressively, is exactly as long as they have been open), so you know you are in good hands.
The chefs at Ox Club are champions of utilising produce from local suppliers, and you can watch them work their magic through the open kitchen.
A solid-fuel grill is used to char meats, vegetables, and fish, with the menu is bold and imaginative and featuring interesting lesser-known cuts and ingredients.
19a The Headrow, LS1 6PU
The Banskia
The Banksia in Leeds is a fantastic choice for a relaxed Sunday lunch, offering a modern take on the traditional roast in stylish surroundings.
Located inside Hotel Indigo on Lower Briggate, the restaurant serves a selection of roast beef sirloin, leg of lamb, roasted chicken breast and a vegetarian option, accompanied by all the classic trimmings.
With its warm atmosphere and Mediterranean-inspired menu, The Banksia is an ideal place to gather with family or friends on a Sunday afternoon.
2 Lower Briggate, Leeds, LS1 4AE
The Midnight Bell
Set within in Leeds Brewery’s flagship pub is The Midnight Bell. They’re all about using the finest Yorkshire ingredients, evolving with the seasons and keeping things simple.
Their Sunday lunch menu consists of classic dishes including steak and ale pie, Yorkshire Dales beef, roasted belly pork with crackling, pigs in blankets and sticky toffee pudding.
Other popular dishes are traditional fish and chips, Yorkshire puddings, a Yorkshire cheese board and more.
101 Water Ln, Holbeck, Leeds, LS11 5QN
Whitelock’s Ale House
Known as the oldest pub in Leeds, Whitelocks dates back to the 16th century, and the interior hasn’t changed much since it was built. With its long brass bar, printed mirrors, and real log fire in the winter, this is one of the cosiest pubs in the city.
Serving arguably the best Sunday Lunch in Leeds between 12 noon and 8 pm, your only job is to decide between roast beef, pork, lamb, or a nut roast, served with all the trimmings and a healthy dose of gravy.
Wash it down with one of their many, ever-changing real ales.
Turks Head Yard, LS1 6HB
Harvey Nichols Fourth Floor Brasserie
What better place to fuel up for some serious retail therapy than at Harvey Nichols Fourth Floor Brasserie? With rooftop views over the city, friendly, professional service, and a beautiful art deco interior, it’s easy to see why Harvey Nichols is a great option for Sunday Lunch in Leeds.
Whilst there might only be a beef option available for your more traditional roast, there are plenty of other interesting and tempting options on the Sunday menu, including roasted lamb rump with braised lamb shoulder, and crab risotto with charred sweetcorn and pickled fennel.
Sunday Lunch in the Leeds Area
San Carlo Flying Pizza, Roundhay
Sundays at San Carlo Roundhay are all about big flavours, laid-back luxury and large family gatherings. Think perfectly roasted meats, crisp golden tatties, towering Yorkies, and rich gravy – all served with Italian flair in seriously stylish surroundings.
Ideal for lazy lunches and catching up over a bottle (or two).
60 Street Lane, Roundhay, LS8 2DQ
The Beck & Call
Owned by the same folk as Ox Club, Headrow House, and Belgrave Music Hall, The Beck & Call is a sprawling, family (and dog) friendly pub nestled away in serene, suburban Meanwood. Home to a huge beer garden, the Sunday lunches on offer are well worth the short journey out of the city centre.
A simple, classic menu of roasted topside of beef, pork belly, lamb shoulder or vegetarian/ vegan haggis is only elevated by the extra side options of pigs in blankets, cauliflower cheese and creamy leeks.
Stainbeck Road, LS7 2NP
Coniston Spa Yorkshire Dales Retreat
Coniston Cold, Skipton BD23 4EA- Set in the tranquil surroundings of The Coniston Estate
- Award-winning multi-million-pound spa facilities
- SAVE 15% off
Bottomless Brunch at Fleur Leeds
- Fusion restaurant in Leeds City Centre, serving a tempting bottomless brunch.
- SAVE 26% off
Pizza & Pint or Glass Of Wine at Grappa Sheffield
266 Glossop Rd, Broomhall, Sheffield S10 2HS- Stylish Italian Restaurant and Bar
- UK’s largest selection of Grappa
- Choice of pizzas made in their traditional Gianni Acunto oven
- SAVE 22% off
Fléur Leeds Restaurant Voucher
- Globally inspired menu and insta-worthy interiors
- SAVE 30% off
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02/07/2026