I like my pool, but not enough to go to a pool 'lounge' for an intense best of 21 frames. I'm more…read moreof a killer pool man, to be fair - a bit more sociable, isn't it? But I'm not here to consider a sociological investigation, it's the Elbow Room. I've only ever been on a weekend, when the room is transformed from it's laidback American themed pool lounge to a buzzing venue and club, proferring up live bands and DJs. Drinks aren't cheap and neither is entry, but once in a while - if there's a decent band on or an official aftershow with a band from the Academy doing a DJ set, it's well worth a trip.

The Elbow Room is definitely the most stylish place to pretend to be a pool shark in Leeds - loads…read moreof top of the range tables and fresh equipment that put the grotty tables and cues you find in most pubs to shame. However, you pay for it - it's probably only worth going regularly if you're really good or really rich, as it is top end it terms of pricing. There are a few little deals through the week to draw you in, however - free pool all day on Mondays (drink slowly and it's all worth it) and free pool for women on Thursdays. Aside from pool, they do some fairly good nights at the weekend, based around a good choice in music and a very relaxed vibe - Saturdays are the pick, and well worth checking out if you fancy a change of scenery.

Great atmosphere for sport, drinking with mates and just having a good social in general. Very…read morefriendly staff and a great selection of drinks. Great venue. Throughly recommend checking it out for yourself!

The nachos & Cajun chicken is awesome, good portions, an abundance of sports TV, pool and somewhere…read moreto charge the iPhone Worth a visit

My favourite music venue in Leeds. Need I say more? As a hopefully esteemed Yelp scout, I guess I…read moreshould. The Brudenell is a small, intimate venue that has played host to some of the city, county and country's greatest bands. It was where Leeds favourites The Cribs chose to host Cribsmas, a special three-gig event where they played each of their albums in full with b-sides forming the encore. The support acts - Kaiser Chiefs, Franz Ferdinand and Kate Nash - sum up the attraction and character that the Headingley venue boasts. A number of bands - including the Kaisers - have lent their support to the Brudenell, which very nearly closed a few years ago. Thankfully it didn't and it remains one of the most charismatic concert halls that Leeds has to offer, hosting breaking acts including the likes of Girls (go listen) and Johnny Flynn (same again) in the next couple of months. For full listings, go to brudenellsocialclub.co.uk. In the meantime, just pop in for a pint. They always taste nice at the Brudenell.

The best sound system in Leeds. I love live music and constantly get frustrated by the poor sound…read morein almost every venue I go to. I saw Wooden Shjips here in April 2010 and it was fantastic. What's more, despite being sold out, it wasn't over-crowded, the bar staff were efficient and prices were reasonable. Plus there is another bar so you can get away from the loud music if you want to. There's also a cab firm close by so it's not too hard to get home. Highly recommended! Updated Just to add a few further words of praise. This venue consistently stands out as the best I know of in the UK. As other reviewers have said all the people who work here are really friendly and are a lot of fun. I've never seen any trouble inside and it made me realise that I've never seen a bouncer in there either although I'm sure they know how to cope if things do get heated. At the end of the headline band's set there is no hassle to leave like so many paces (O2 Academy, Cockpit). If you fancy another drink they are relaxed and that's cool. What a refreshing attitude. I've seen so many bands here and it's easily my favourite venue anywhere - so many great memories! The thing that says it all is that if I am hesitant about seeing a band but then discover they are playing at the Brudenell my mind is immediately made up and I go. Wish it was within walking distance of my house!

Listen, the main reason this place has got three stars is because of the daiquiri. Let's get to…read morethat in a minute. I'll be honest, this place isn't really me. Remember Gatecrasher? It's impossible to think of how this place was that, now that it's had a re-fit. My mate and I were trying to suss it out and, although I like a lot of the elements, it's a bit disjointed -- there's beautiful tiling at the entrance matched with quaint al fresco style cafe tables and chairs, placed next to diner-ish booths, with a big open hall of a space by the bar, replete with Victorian boxer images on the walls. It's all lovely, but I'm not sure it matches. We decided it might be a sports bar for hipsters. There are TVs everywhere and lots of advertisements for the upcoming games they're showing. I don't know much about footie, but there is lots being shown, so I guess it'd be the whole season. Or what ever you call it. I didn't dig the "commandments" that pop up on the screens -- the cult thing is too force fed for my tastes. I didn't like it about Reds and I'm not a fan here. I wasn't sure I liked content of the messages, either. Speaking of Reds, that's pretty much how I'd describe the branding vibe here, only they're preaching footie and boxing and other sports over ribs. What did I like? The bar staff -- these guys were really solid and good fun. Hard working, fair at the bar (I hate it when they don't serve in order), and made a damned fine drink. Before even getting started, he asked how I like my daiquiris: nice. I said a teensy touch on the sweeter side, but not crazy. He let me try it before serving -- also impressive -- and it was way up there in my top daiquiri times. Appleton White was the go-to: good call. To established cocktail folk, I guess that doesn't sound amazing. However, you'd be surprised how hard it actually is to get a decent one -- even though they should always be a basic balance -- so for that I was really chuffed. Clientele weren't my scene, but it was Friday night? Anyway. If you want a good cocktail, seems like they've that covered... which feels a bit strange when surrounded by spray tanned ex-Gatecrashers (I'm guessing?) next to Liverpool vs Arsenal (the first teams I could think of) but perhaps this quirky mix is part of the charm. Or part of finding their feet. Check 'em out. They also serve pie, I think!

I have been thinking of going here for an age but keep not bothering because it just didn't entice…read moreme in. HOW WRONG I WAS! The bar staff are fab and offer cocktails not on the menu, such as espresso martinis (my fave). We had some fun trying different versions and they were goood. FYI Tia Maria can work instead of Kahlua. They have created an outdoor area for the summertime which as a location has much to be desired (right next to a very busy road) but is still nice enough to be in the sun. The bar itself inside is nothing to write home about and is a little dark for my taste but they do have a pool table and a table football (not many have these too and I enjoy it a lot). I will be going back here, especially as it is dangerously on my walk home from work.

Have been wanting to try this place for a while, heard so much about it. Really love the brightly…read morelit entranceway, needed because otherwise you wouldnt notice the doorway! A lot of stairs (badly lit) lead you to the huge space . There is a long bar running along one side, a wide empty space which separates the 'cages' which house the table tennis tables from the bar and at the far end some snooker tables. For me it came across as a pretty dingy youth club selling booze! Not a place i will be returning to!

Visited yesterday with a mixed group of 13 whilst enjoying some festive beers in Leeds…read more It's a simple set up with a good range of beers. Pool Tables, Table Tennis and tables for Beer Pong are available. Good atmosphere with a number of people enjoying themselves. Having had a couple of rounds of drinks and been playing beer pong, the whole experience was ruined by an over zealous member of staff who claimed the ladies in the group were having too much fun. Having won at Beer Pong they decided to cheer to celebrate their victory - no different to any of the other groups. However this obviously upset the over zealous barman who informed us we were too loud and to keep the noise down. Needless to say we left and then took out custom elsewhere. Don't think any of us will be going back and I doubt I'd recommend it.

As part of the Otley run, the Packhorse is guaranteed a regular stream of customers in term-time as…read morethe students of the city, bedecked often in outrageous fancy dress, run amok on their way into the city centre. It also hosts regular music nights - which can often go either way. Drinks are a bit on the expensive side but there's a good chilled out vibe and when the music's right, it's a good old fashioned haunt. The 'Leeds On The Bone' nights are the ones to look out for. Check the Packhorse's visibly offensive website for simple listings in Times New Roman. Warning: they might make your eyes hurt if you look at them too long.

Such a well located pub should probably me more friendly to students. Or even locals. Or anyone…read more Basically, it should just be friendlier. Sitting between the many takeaways opposite the uni in a rather dingy old building, the Pack Horse is a very local feeling pub, and if you're unaware of this when you go in, you can feel a bit uneasy at first. It's a standard pub - the cheap drinks and pool tables are a definite pub - but, from my three or four visits while on Otley Runs, I have got a fairly bad impression of this place. Unless I partake in another Otley Run, I can safely say I won't be going here again.

Great place at reasonable prices. First came here with friends who now say it is their favourite…read morebar in Leeds and it is getting ever higher in my list of best bars! Staff are amazing always ready to offer you the best deal to make your night a great one and very polite even though they are busy.

I came here for drinks with my boyfriend because it was suggested by his friends (and we love…read morecocktails cos who doesn't!) and we wanted to try something new. Took us a while to find it actually! But when we got there it was worth it!! They have so many drinks on offer and they make them sooo well. The staff are friendly and it has a great atmosphere (tip: they have board games in the corner, such a great idea! Drunk connect 4 went down a treat!) My favourite cocktail was something to do with strawberries (it was the last one I had... Can you tell?!) the lychee mojito was insane as well! It's a kitschy, edgy and cosy place all at the same time and we had an amazing evening. Plus the cocktails are relatively inexpensive! Winners all round :)

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