We stopped in here after a work meeting one night, and were met by some great bartenders and a fun…read morecrowd. Pretty standard selection of beer/cider/liquor, with a small front end, long bar area, and a larger section in the back. Bartenders were fantastic, and we had some good discussions with them in the few times we dropped by while in town. Check it out!

The kind of modern venue that appeals to me. You don't often find a bar that on the one hand does a…read morelot of cheap drinks promotions that appeal to students, while on the other hand offering up a small selection of real ales 2 beers were from Rudgate, the other, my tipple on this occasion, was Walls Rudolphs revenge. I liked the drawings/lighting at the back.

Lately, I have felt myself getting old. Going for a drink with a friend the other day, I wondered,…read morewhere do I actually like? There was a resounding silence inside my head. Bars at the top of town (Oceana, Tiger Tiger etc) are inevitably packed with orange girls and boys whose hairs are so packed with gel that you could set them on fire from across the road. Down the bottom of town, Call Lane I find pretentious (which may be a controversial opinion), not to mention expensive with tiny drinks! By tiny I mean with glasses that allow for just a splash of mixer atop the copious ice and the spirit. This will of course have the desired effect, that is, if the desired effect was still to be completely hammered by eight o'clock. Nowadays (and here the age kicks in again) I find myself avoiding a hangover rather than dashing headlong into its welcoming but ultimately deadly embrace. So... I was thrilled to find The Hop. A new bar from Ossett Brewery which I understand is a follow up of one in Wakefield. It boasts a lovely outdoor area near the canal in the newly developed area of Granary Wharf, and a spacious indoors. Downstairs is decorated like an old-fashioned pub, upstairs is all about the music. Speaking of the music, there is a mix of rock and indie played at a nice level which doesn't force you to abandon all conversation and sit in silence cuddling your drink. Another of my gripes about many bars in the city centre! There is quite a selection of local beers, and they will let you taste before choosing. It is the sort of choice that makes me want to order a beer, even though I know I will hate it. Bravely I went for rum and coke, which was £2.60. £2.60! I nearly fell over! I don't think I have paid so little for a spirit and mixer (outside The Angel) since 2002. It is a little way outside the city centre which only adds to the charm for me, but this may mean many people do not encounter this lovely bar. Make the journey. It is well worth the effort.

It's been rather a long time, but I still love The Hop. For all the standard reasons: the cheap…read morelovely beer, the friendly staff, the cool space and the ridiculously tasty pies considering how much they cost. However, on this most recent occasion, my love has grown from the fun had at their pub quiz. So far, it's been one of my favourites-great range of questions, cool picture round, fun quiz master and no stupidly niche knowledge required. There were some concerns that the winners on that trip had in fact cheated, and they had about 6 extra members on their team compared to the rest of us, but even so a lot of fun was had. (I thank the two teams Yelp for that, of course.) Basically, there's nothing quite like having a great pint of beer, under a railway arch, where the looming overhead trains rumble atop the building every now and again. Add to that the growing number of cool businesses in the vicinity, and their excellent outdoor space (a rarity in Leeds) and you've one of my favourite hang outs right there. I've heard great things of their open mic night too. Will have to get in on that action sometime soon. Love it!

Another new real ale orientated drinking establishment hits Leeds, getting a good pint isn't a…read moredifficult task at all in the city so new bars have to offer something different to stand out. Tapped's party piece is its wall of kegs at the rear of the bar rather than at the bar itself. Seeing a bar with no taps along its length is certainly unusual and gives it quite a stark look. Apart from that gimmick its fairly unspectacular stuff. There's a very large selection on offer and the prices are pretty reasonable as others have said. However there just isn't the ambiance that most people look for from a pub/bar. During my Friday evening visit, it all felt a little soulless in there with the big tables, even though there were lots of groups of people chatting away. It had the feel of a busy hotel or airport bar, which isn't my idea of a fun venue. So all in all, not a bad place per-se, it will probably do very well out of people going for after works drinks, but certainly not a patch on many other pubs/bars in the city. As a side note, the pizzas look pretty good so I may well try one of those if I ever end up in there again!

We liked this American-style pub so much we visited it twice in one day…read more They serve an indecision-inducing 27 draft beers (13 cask ales and 14 craft keg beers) alongside dozens of international bottled beers. There are, of course, non-beer options for non-beer lovers. With lots of seating and a few booths around the place, during quieter times of day it's a terrifically chilled hang out. It was great to see the large metal beer tanks (which they use) right there in the bar area. If you're feeling peckish you can order stone-baked pizzas here which are made from scratch on site. They come in 7, 12 and 18" sizes - the largest much be seen to be believed. The rugby was showing on their big TV (the main reason we returned) and although it was busy, with a bit of luck managed to get a table to watch whilst scoffing down pizza before catching the train. A recommended place to visit if you've a weakness for great beer.

Delicious food! Must try the manzanilla olives, the bomboncitos de morcilla, the patatas bravas,…read morethe calamares fritos And to top it all an amazing service!! For sure will be back

Sotano is really good - in fact my wife and myself enjoy it so much that I'm going to bump it up…read morefrom 4 stars to 5 on my review now! Hidden away underground it's a little gem that is like being in a scandinavian wood hut/sauna (stick with me here guys...) and is cool and sophisticated yet cosy and welcoming at the same time. The cocktails are fantastic (my wife had a really good Negroni cocktail) - which are fairly well priced - plus the beer selection is super impressive. There must be 20 craft bottles behind the bar and around 6 on tap, including local ones such as the awesome Bad Seed Brewery. The staff are friendly and always up for a chat - the barman was great on this occasion and was very welcoming, chatty and knowledgable. Nice one Sotano - looking forward to going back again soon!

I've been to Sela a couple of times now (both with Leeds-based colleagues on a night out) and it…read morehasn't let us down as a great place to finish off an evening in the city. The fact that it's down a flight of stairs from street level really helps to emphasise the 'intimate' atmosphere - there are no windows so your senses are focused on the sounds of live music instead. On my first visit there was a reggae band playing, the second time it was a jazz-influenced band. We really liked the down-to-earth vibe in here; they don't take themselves too seriously which is always refreshing. The bar offerings are also pretty impressive, they have literally dozens of beers from the UK and abroad (draught, cans and bottles). For non-beer lovers they have an ever-changing cocktail menu (expect to pay £6.50-£7). They also offer stone-baked pizzas, it's just a shame that by the time we've gone there we're already full from eating elsewhere!

Handily placed alongside one of the city's top bars; North Bar - Sela tends to always seem to find…read moreitself amidst a list of my regulars on a night on the city's finer tiles. It's just so handy to walk out of North Bar, fresh from an organic cider, to find myself tottering down the steps into Sela and ordering a Modelo. Thank you barman. A cool fresh funky bar, I don't know why it doesn't feature among my own personal favourites. Perhaps it's that, while it's a nice little bar, there's simply nothing to distinguish it from a lot of other trendy city centre nightspots. For me, it's lacking a bit of character and charisma. They do do a nice pizza though.

So after visiting the beautiful town of Harrogate twice, I can safely say that 10 Devonshire Place…read moreis one of the nicest pubs I've visited. I've not sampled the food but they seem to tick all of the boxes that you expect in an independent local pub. Not the biggest place in the world, it can sometimes be a bit tricky to get a seat, but it's worth waiting for. There are several beers and ciders on tap, but the best thing is the huge selection of bottled beer and cider that are situated in fridges with a help yourself service. You just pick the bottles you want out of the fridge, and take them to the bar to be opened, or alternatively you can take them home. Such a nice ambience, and with the motto of fiercely independent, it's a must visit for tourists and locals alike (and worth the 10 minute walk from the town centre).

Great range of beers in a casual setting. Love the place. Especially food for the real ale drinkers…read moreout there.

I love this bar. It's one that I don't often think to go to, but fortunately my friends are better…read morethan me and suggest it often. It's the child of Sela and Brudenell, I hear, which makes perfect sense when you experience the mixing pot of good prices, great drinks, chilled and lovely staff, a fab soundtrack, and cool interior. Pretty much, right there, that's the summary. But that's a bit bland, so let me elaborate. I love that they have root beer for when I'm not boozing. I love that the bar staff are always on the banter. (Pro tip: it's always nice to tip your bar staff a shot if there's craic. Well, I used to appreciate that, anyway.) I love that the bouncers are not a-holes. I love the table arrangement so that it genuinely is a place to sit and shoot the sh!t with your friends, rather than crowd in a space that prevents you from talking. I mean, duh, they called it The Social. Okay, I promised less bland, but I don't know how to describe the qualities of this place better. It's comforting. When I think about the outings had, I have the good nostalgia -- the one where you feel a slight hit of oxytocin, akin to a warm hug, and the corners of your mouth turn up. It's good people, is what it is.

Nice, big, comfy bar. Decent beers…read more I would have given 5 stars but for the staff which were a little on the disinterested side.

Owned by the well-respected folk that also run Arcadia in Headingley, Town Street Tavern is one of…read moreTown Street's unsung heroes. Inside a quaint yet rustic little building you will find a very similar set up to that of Arcadia: a huge selection of British ales, European beers (such as the majestic Erdinger) and a global selection of wines. As with Arcadia, you may feel that the prices are a little bit steep, but take a moment to steady yourself and remember that you are drinking real quality alcohol and supporting dying British breweries as you do it. The atmosphere is one of quiet relaxation, as the more adult selection of alcohol tends to draw in the over 30s more than the under 30s. I have never tried the food here so cannot comment, but I would recommend stopping in for at least one drink (make it an Erdinger). Even if you don't like it, at least you can tell your friends that you went for a drink in a tavern - how many people can say that nowadays?

Give me an H, give me an O, actually don't because this could go on for some time. Let's get jiggy…read morewith it and head to Horsforth on and a cheeky snifter or two. The Town Street Tavern is dressed to impress from the outside. It is housed in a period building and it looks the business. Appearances can be deceptive so I was still holding back on my judgment. Inside it's more of the same, lovely. They are a bar and a brassiere and manage to combine style with a cozy atmosphere. So far, so good. So fill my gapping stomach with some food please. Maybe I was a little more polite than that but I went for a big bad boy of a burger with excellent home made chips and coleslaw. No grumbles from me or my stomach. This is a very pleasant pub experience and even better than that it's not far from the train station so you can stagger home safely too.