Best Authentic Restaurants in Cookridge

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1. Bavette-Leeds

4.9

Exceptional(409)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Leeds

Booked 16 times today

We’re delighted to introduce Bavette. A neighbourhood bistro filled with warm engaging hospitality, with a menu of seasonally led classically driven dishes. We hope to get that balance of generosity and quality right - that juxtaposition of every day special. Bavette is a love letter to our favourite places we’ve been to and been lucky enough to be a part of.Sandy Jarvis and Clément Cousin.

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2. Escape Restaurant & Bar

4.8

Exceptional(948)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Leeds

Booked 9 times today

We are proud to welcome you to Escape Restaurant & Bar situated in the heart of Horsforth. The venue offers British and Mediterranean cuisine served in newly refurbished deco, we source local produce to create simple but yet delicious food paired with especially/carefully selected wines. Join us at Escape Restaurant & Bar for pre-dinner drinks and enjoy al fresco dining in the summer months. Whatever it is you want to escape from we got it covered #SometimesYouGottaEscape

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3. Lavanta Meze Bar and Grill

4.8

Exceptional(18)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Leeds

Booked 3 times today

At Lavanta we create fresh, authentic Mediterranean and European cuisine learned over a lifetime in family kitchens and restaurants from the south of Turkey to the north of England. From amazing mezes, flame-seared mixed grills and succulent steaks to seafood platters, gourmet burgers and woodsmoked pizzas, our dishes are prepared with the finest ingredients, and always with passion and pride.It is hard to believe we are approaching our third anniversary since opening in October 2015, and it has been a wonderful journey, made possible by our fabulous customers, many of whom have become welcome regulars. We remain always overwhelmed by your kind messages and five star reviews which have made us one of the top restaurants in Leeds on Trip Advisor.We look forward to many more wonderful Lavanta occasions with you, and if you have not already visited us, please come and say hello, tell us about your Lavanta experience and, hopefully, also your friends and families.See you soon,

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4. MYTHOS Chapel Allerton

4.4

Awesome(21)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Greek • Leeds

Booked 4 times today

As you peruse our menu, prepare to be enticed by an array of vibrant salads, succulent grilled wraps, and mouthwatering desserts that provide the perfect conclusion to your culinary adventure. Allow Mythos to be your guide as you explore the rich tapestry of Greek flavours and experience the true essence of our renowned cuisine.

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5. Sukhothai - Chapel Allerton

4.6

Exceptional(49)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Thai • Leeds

Sukhothai Chapel Allerton, the original Sukhothai restaurant and now part of the way of life for the people of north Leeds. After undergoing a major refurbishment, as part of our commitment to bring you the best Thai dining experience in Yorkshire, it's been named as one of the top ten Thai restaurants in the country by The Times and The Sunday Times and listed in The Good Food Guide seven times.

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6. Home Chinese Leeds

4.8

Exceptional(1)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Leeds

An extensive menu of classic Chinese dishes in a relaxed setting, suitable for large parties.

7. Dry Dock Leeds

4.0

Excellent(1)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Leeds

The Dry Dock is one of the most versatile venues in Leeds.Where else can you head to a docked boat maintaining its authentic features and designed to create a comfortable environment to entertain guests from a far? The dry dock holds some of the most elborate events and memorable events in Leeds.We pride ourselves on the day time’s relaxed atmosphere which enables us to serve tasty foods at reasonable prices from 11 am until 10 pm. whilst the quirky nautical theme allows us to expand our entertainment and drinks offers on many evenings up until 2 am.A trip to Leeds simply wouldn’t be complete without a trip to see us.

8. Kerala Canteen

4.6

Exceptional(105)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• South Indian • Leeds

Booked 10 times today

Kerala Canteen: Michelin-Star Style Kerala Dining in Leeds Where Quality Beats Price.Discover South Indian Kerala Canteen, where the bold, vibrant flavors of Kerala meet Michelin-starred finesse. Curated by Multi award winning Master Chef UK Professional Bobby Geetha . Who Trained at Noma ( 5 Time Best Restaurant In World ) , Le Manoir and Chef Abdulkhadar Siddique .( Worked in Michelin star Veeraswamy in London , & Five Star Luxury Taj Hotels in Kerala ), our menu reimagines authentic Kerala recipes with exceptional quality and innovation.🌟 Award-Winning Excellence: Dishes crafted by chefs with a Michelin & Worlds Best Restaurant pedigree.🍛 Authentic Kerala Cuisine: Savor Trivandrum Fried Chicken, Beef Flat Iron & Bone Marrow Curry,Jackfruit Biriyani. South Indian Kerala Canteen restaurant combines heritage, hospitality, and unbeatable value to offer a dining experience that’s truly unforgettable.

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9. Riva Blu Italian Restaurant & Bar - Leeds City Centre

4.7

Exceptional(355)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Leeds

Booked 19 times today

Located in on Park Row in the heart of Leeds, Riva Blu Italian Restaurant & Bar boasts an open kitchen, cocktail bar and a small but perfectly formed alfresco terrace, so you can dine all’aperto “in the open air”. Our restaurant features our distinctive plush nautical-inspired interiors- the colour of tranquil Italian seas. The friendly team will transport you in style to experience a true taste of Italy here in the UK, bringing style, sass and glamour to modern Italian dining.Riva Blu Italian Restaurant & Bar invites you to experience authentic Italian dining in Leeds. We believe that Italian dining is all about La Dolce Vita – the sweet life! That’s why we use only the finest ingredients to create all of our drinks & dishes. Add to the mix a touch of 1960’s high society glamour and we have the perfect recipe for an authentic, modern, Italian experience in the heart of Leeds.

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10. OBA Kitchen and Bar

4.9

Exceptional(305)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Fusion / Eclectic • Leeds

Booked 12 times today

Delicious Discounts! 🎉🍹 Sip on the vibrant flavours of togetherness with our special offer: 2 tantalising cocktails for just £14! It’s happy hour all day FROM SUNDAY TO THURSDAY!*🍹🍹

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From verified diners like you

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Deborah
Yorkshire •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Delicious food, attentive service, pleasant r relaxed atmosphere in modern surroundings.
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MYTHOS Chapel AllertonPrice: Moderate• Greek• Leeds
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4.4
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Jax
Yorkshire •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Exceptionally tasty food fabulous attentive service
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Bavette-LeedsPrice: Expensive• French• Leeds
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4.9
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EmmaVIP
Yorkshire •1 review
5.0
Dined on Apr 14, 2025
Great food and great service. We will return soon. 👍
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Escape Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Leeds
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4.8
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Danny
Yorkshire •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 7, 2024
My 4th visit to this establishment, we love it . The staff had to put up with one of our guest that was a little drunk but happy. The staff were very professional, the food was on point , I had the mixed grill this time and I wasn't disappointed. We'll back again
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Lavanta Meze Bar and GrillPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Leeds
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4.8
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FoodieCharlotte
Yorkshire •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 2, 2024
I loved visiting Sukhothai. All the staff were really friendly and welcoming, and I enjoyed the cheerful ambience - proof that it's a consistently popular venue. We shared the Dim Sum platter for a starter, which was especially delicious, and the Mango and Sticky Rice dessert was also a favourite! We didn't have anything to drink beyond tap water, but we really loved the attentiveness of the staff in keeping our glasses full. A great experience, and we'll definitely be back!
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Sukhothai - Chapel AllertonPrice: Moderate• Thai• Leeds
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4.6

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