Restaurants & Bars
Recommended restaurants by the first direct arena
THE ALCHEMIST
Yorkshire House, Greek Street,Leeds, England LS1 5SH
Phone: 0113 2005930
The Alchemist's world of theatre served promises quite the atmosphere and Greek Street is no different, offering an outdoor terrace, spacious and elegant interiors with walls adorned of their dark brand, and a personalised service with theatre and storytelling at its core.
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The Electric Press
14 Great George StreetLeeds, England LS1 3DW
With several bars and restaurants, a theatre and urban axe throwing, along with extensive outdoor seating and a glazed, heated courtyard, you'll find everything you need for a fantastic day or night out at The Electric Press!
Home to Revolution, Tavernaki Bistro, Red Chilli, Be At One, Whistle Punks, Playroom and Carriageworks Theatre, The Electric Press is just a few minutes’ walk from the First Direct Arena and adjacent to Millennium Square.
Blue Pavilion
88-90 Merrion Street , England LS2 8NGEnjoy fine-dining that celebrates the essence of East Asian cuisine at the premium Blue Pavilion.
With stunning surroundings Blue Pavilion’s menu includes a number of set menus as well as a la carte, featuring signature dishes such as Dim Sum Platters, Peking Duck with Caviar, Japanese Shioyaki Wagyu Beef, a sought-after delicacy, and Taiwanese Sanbei Chicken. In addition, the adjoining new first floor karaoke venue, K Kube, is where customers can put their singing skills to the test in their state-of-the-art karaoke suites.
Ma-Hé
59 Wade Lane , England LS2 8NJDiscover India’s hidden kitchen at Ma-Hé; uniting five undiscovered cuisines from India’s coastlines in signature tapas small-plate style cookery.
Ma-Hé unites the cuisines of India’s Southern Peninsula under one roof. Experience the authentic and bold aromas of India’s coastlines, tried and tested through centuries of practice and perfection executed by specialist chefs from India in an array of exceptional small plates from five main regions including Goa, Mangalore, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Andhra.
Pizza Express
23 Merrion Way , England LS2 8BTPhone: 0113 2211890
Our pizzeria is located in the heart of Leeds Arena Quarter. From lunch ‘til late, we serve all your favourites in our sociable pizzeria, as well as cocktails and light bites at our new bar.
Gong Cha
80 Merrion Street , England LS2 8LWServing authentic bubble tea from Taiwan, Gong cha Merrion Street offers an extensive range of cold and hot drinks that can be customise according to your personal taste!
Natural, healthy, freshly brewed tea and beverages are on offer with most drinks’ sweetness levels being able to be tailored to individual preferences.
But it’s not just tea at Gong cha… there’s a whole host of drinks to get your taste buds tantalised! From milk tea to smoothies, you can personalise your drink to suit your taste!
Cult Wing
19 Merrion Way , England LS2 8NGCult Wing celebrates freedom and raw individuality, richly captured in the venue’s funky décor and laid back, yet attentive style of service.
It serves fresh, flavour packed food and drink menus from fried wings and gourmet burgers and produces its own sauces which come in a choice of 9 flavours. In addition, craft beers and an impressive range of more than 200 tequilas also feature in a hard-backed ‘Tequila Bible’.
Blue Sakura
3 Merrion Way , England LS2 8BTBlue Sakura offers a unique all you can eat concept of Japanese sushi and Asian style grill. Get acquainted with hundreds of delicious cold and hot traditional Japanese & Chinese dishes all ordered via touch screen technology at tables set beneath stunning oriental blossom trees.
Fuji Hiro
45 Wade Lane , England LS2 8NJFuji Hiro is a traditional Japanese noodle bar that is LEGENDARY with foodies who flock from across the city (and further afield!) to enjoy their mouth watering, authentic Japanese food.
A quick, quality hit of pure Japanese yumminess awaits at this cafe-style noodle bar! Whether it’s a steaming bowl of fresh chilli beef ramen, delicate gyoza dumplings or an epic bento box that gives you a little taste of everything, it’s a bonafide Japanese gem that’s not to be missed.
Bulgogi
9 Merrion Way , England LS2 8BTBulgogi Grill offer top quality (locally sourced) grilled meats, seafood and vegetables combined with Korean influenced side dishes, beers, drinks and cocktails. Specialising in the joys of Korean BBQ, this unique, modern restaurant puts you in control of your very own table-top grill.
Burger King
4b Merrion CentreUnit, England LS2 8BT
Head to Burger King on Merrion Way and tuck into their signature Whopper, try a Chicken Royale or choose from a wide range of other freshly grilled burgers, kid’s meals and meat-free/Vegan society approved items in this warm and welcoming restaurant.
Eatime
84 Merrion Street , England LS2 8LWEatime specialises in authentic, traditional Chinese rotisseries including duck, chicken and pork as well as various popular rice and noodle dishes.
With chefs cooking all food on the site to ensure each dish is served as fresh as possible, you’ll find dim sum and many other popular Asian flavours including Sweet & Sour and Chinese curry alongside signature chef’s dishes which can only be found at Eatime!.
Franksters
Merrion Way , EnglandWith food freshly prepared on a daily basis, using only the finest quality ingredients, Frankster’s on Merrion Street offer a wide range of menu options. From delicious Angus beef burgers to lip-smacking Peri peri chicken, there is something for everyone at Frankster’s!
Hama Korean BBQ
30-32 Woodhouse Lane, England LS2 8LXHama serves authentic, traditional Korean food with an all you can eat BBQ buffet and over 30 additional dishes.
Fresh produce including chicken, beef, pork, fish and lamb can be grilled on your very own table top grill, meaning you can enjoy your meal cooked exactly how you like it!
KFC
Merrion Street , England LS2 8LWKFC’s famous recipe consisting of 11 secret herbs and spices can be found on Merrion Street close to the Arena.
From fillet tower burgers to buckets of mouthwatering, delicious chicken… why not take advantage of their value for money meal deals when you're next in Leeds
Mr Yang
21 Merrion Way , England LS2 8BTOpen until late daily, Mr Yang serves authentic, traditional Chinese food in the heart of Leeds Arena Quarter.
Offering an informal dining experience, there’s no need to pre-book at Mr Yang… simply choose to takeaway or eat in at Mr Yang’s casual upper mezzanine level. We guarantee you’ll be transported to China with the amazing taste of signature soups, noodles & dishes at Mr Yang’s!
MyThai
43 Wade Lane , England LS2 8NJMy Thai, your Thai, everybody wants a piece of this authentic Thai restaurant!
The interior transports diners to Thailand itself, with favourites like gently-spiced yellow curry, fragrant Thai fishcakes and a fiery papaya salad that’s sure to warm your cockles, all at irresistibly affordable prices.
Choose from ‘Big Bites’ including Pad Thai or Chicken Noodle Soup or opt for a ‘Thai Tapas’ by ordering a selection from the extensive ‘Lite Bites’ menu (from £1.50).
OBA Kitchen & Bar
Wade Lane , England LS2OBA is where Korean cuisine meets Japanese fusion!
Expect a tantalising menu offering an authentic range of dishes including Stir Fry’s, Korean pancakes, Traditional Rice Dishes & Bibimpap (over 70% of OBA's extensive menu us Vegan!)
We’re sure foodies looking for a unique dining experience will be heading to this contemporary eatery in the heart of Leeds Arena Quarter
The Merchant
20-24 Woodhouse Lane , England LS2 9HDThe Merchant is a friendly venue offering delicious food, great drinks & brilliant service all at an affordable price!
The Merchant is a friendly venue offering delicious food, great drinks & brilliant service all at an affordable price!
Bengal Brasserie
5 Merrion Way , England LS2 8BTPhone: +44 113 243 6318
Bengal Brasserie’s flagship restaurant is located on Merrion Way (directly opposite the first direct arena), and offers a fully licensed bar in air-conditioned pleasant surroundings with fantastic Indian and Bengali cuisine.