There are lots of family restaurants in Leeds, but if you’re on the hunt for the very best kid-friendly places, you’ve come to the right place - our round-up includes everything from family-friendly pubs in Leeds to restaurants for a nice dinner with the kids.
This is a city with a lot to offer in terms of food and drink, but finding a child friendly restaurant in Leeds that is still fun for adults can be tricky. Not every restaurant and cafe is set up with kid-friendly equipment, for example - high chairs, baby changing facilities and the like. If your kids are fussy eaters, you’ll also be hoping for somewhere that offers a kids menu with easy-going favourites that are bound to be a hit with the little ones. Kids menus usually offer smaller, popular dishes like mini burgers and chips - not only does that save you money, it also ensures minimal waste. Sometimes, family-friendly restaurants in Leeds city centre will throw in drinks and desserts for free - great as long as you’re prepared for the sugar rush afterwards.
Still, you don’t want to consign yourself to eating kids food either - you deserve a treat too! We’ve picked out a handful of family-friendly restaurants in Leeds that appeal to both parents and kids, offering good food for both.
If a proper restaurant sounds a little too much like an ordeal, there are plenty of child-friendly cafes in Leeds as well where you can nab a table to yourself and settle them down with a slice of cake or a pastry, whilst you fuel up with a coffee.
Scroll down for our pick of the best family restaurants in Leeds, hit the book now link on anywhere that takes your fancy and you’ll find more pictures, information and booking details.
Dastaan
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What: Dastaan is the ideal choice if you’re a little tired of the same burger and pizza joints. From the kids menu, little ones can enjoy dishes like Amritsari fish fingers and chicken tikka with very little spice, each served with their choice of side. To finish, there are several types of ice cream ranging from chocolate blood orange, to strawberry and cream, and Madagascan vanilla.
Where: 473 Otley Road, Adel, LS16 7NR
Book now: Dastaan Leeds
Iberica
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What: Iberica Leeds is one of the most beautiful restaurants in the city, and the food lives up to the setting with a huge choice of classic tapas and picky bits up for grabs. If you think your kids would be up for croquetas, patatas bravas and prawns, Iberica won’t disappoint.
Where: Hepper House, 17a East Parade, LS1 2BH
Book now: Iberica
Franco Manca
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What: Ever-reliable Franco Manca is always a good choice if you want somewhere safe and delicious to feed everyone - you can’t go wrong with pizza, after all. Franco manca is one of the best options for feeding hungry kids, the menu here throws in a small pizza, a drink and a scoop of ice cream for a very reasonable price.
Where: 1 Trinity Street, LS1 6AP
Book now: Franco Manca Leeds
The Penny Bun
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What: A little out of Leeds, The Penny Bun is a great excuse for a day out in Askwith. Here, little ones can chow down on crispy cod fishcakes, miniature roasts, fresh pasta and madeleines and cream baked to order. As for us adults, this restaurant is quickly becoming one of the most talked about Yorkshire spots stacked with the best seasonal produce along with brilliant wines and beers.
Where: West Lane, Askwith, LS21 2JQ
Book Now: The Penny Bun
Olive & Rye
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What: There’s no kids menu as such at Olive & Rye, but this calm cafe is very welcoming to kids and families, and the menu has lots of easy-going breakfast, brunch and sandwich options that are very kid-friendly. It's a pretty little spot too, with equally picture-worthy desserts, coffees, and sweet pastries.
Where: Queens Arcade, 18-20 Briggate, LS1 6LF
Book now: Olive & Rye
Pizza Loco
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What: Pizza always wins, every single time. That’s even more true when you can bag a free kids Margharita pizza every Sunday with every 12-inch you order. Plus, the little rascal can customise their own toppings free of charge while you tuck into spicy nduja pizzas, finocchiona margheritas, and goat cheese creations.
Where: 484 Roundhay Road, LS8 2HU
Book Now: Pizza Loco
Mowgli
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What: Mowgli offers one of the best kids menus in Leeds, for our money - mains include butter chicken, a house chicken curry, and dahl with rice, and there are ‘fizztail’ cocktails, desserts, and delicious mango lassi on offer too. Adult bellies won’t go hungry either, the menu here is stacked with bright intense flavour and satisfying spices.
Where: 34 Boar Lane, LS1 5DA
Book now: Mowgli
Beck & Call
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What: Beck & Call offers pretty much everything a kid could want on a menu, and it’s certainly one of the most affordable family friendly restaurants in Leeds. Think chicken strips, cheeseburgers, bangers and mash, and fish fingers, each followed by a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Where: Stainbeck Road, Chapel Allerton, LS7 2NP
Book Now: Beck & Call
Banyan
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What: Banyan Bar has your kids covered at all times of day, with banana pancakes and a mini full English in the morning, and mac and cheese, chicken curry and meatball pasta throughout the day, with a free veggie side thrown in for good measure. There are some good puds on offer like a waffle or chocolate fudge brownie, and they do a kids Sunday roast as well.
Where: 2 City Square, LS1 2ES
Book now: Banyan
The Botanist
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What: The popular botanical cocktail bar also caters for kids, don’t you know, offering favourites like tomato gnocchi, chicken and cheeseburgers, as well as cod bites and chicken fingers. Meanwhile you can recoup your strength with a nice cocktail and a banana split.
Where: 67 Boar Lane, LS1 6HW
Book now: The Botanist
Indian Tiffin Room
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What: Another great kids selection if you’re feeding lots of hungry mouths, Indian Tiffin Room lays on loads of delicious Indian food at reasonable prices (and portions). Probably one for more adventurous eaters, but there are still cheese dosas, rice and dal, and chicken wings too.
Where: 31-32 Park Row (entrance on Greek Street), LS1 5JD
Book now: Indian Tiffin Room
Cha Lounge
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What: This independent central Leeds cafe is popular with families thanks to the excellent ‘Little Ones’ menu, which includes omelettes, porridge, buttermilk pancakes and eggs and bacon, all for a fiver or less. Plus, for just a pound extra, you can add a piece of fruit and a drink to any of the dishes. There’s also a great selection of kids drinks including babyccinos and fresh orange juice.
Where: 24 Dock Street, LS10 1JF
Book now: Cha Lounge
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