6 Best Restaurants and Bars in Oakwood You Need to Try
Oakwood is fast becoming one of Leeds’ go-to foodie neighbourhoods. Whether you’re after mouth-watering brunch, bold global flavours, or laid-back drinks, this leafy suburb has you covered. Here are our 6 favourite spots to eat and drink in Oakwood — you’ll want to try them all!
🥞 House of Koko – The Ultimate Brunch Spot
A must for brunch lovers, House of Koko delivers Instagram-worthy plates with a warm, social vibe. Perfect for everything from a cappuccino catch-up to a post-night-out feast, this place knows how to do mornings right.
Tuck into Turkish eggs, Okonomiyaki, steak and eggs, or go all-in on loaded American pancakes. One visit and you’ll be hooked.
✨ What to order: Turkish eggs, loaded pancakes, flat white
👯 Best for: Brunch with friends, mum meet-ups, lazy weekends
☕ Vibe: Bright, buzzy, friendly
⏰ Opening hours: Sun–Fri: 9am–4pm | Sat: 9am–5pm
🥞 House of Koko – The Ultimate Brunch Spot
A must for brunch lovers, House of Koko delivers Instagram-worthy plates with a warm, social vibe. Perfect for everything from a cappuccino catch-up to a post-night-out feast, this place knows how to do mornings right.
Tuck into Turkish eggs, Okonomiyaki, steak and eggs, or go all-in on loaded American pancakes. One visit and you’ll be hooked.
✨ What to order: Turkish eggs, loaded pancakes, flat white
👯 Best for: Brunch with friends, mum meet-ups, lazy weekends
☕ Vibe: Bright, buzzy, friendly
⏰ Opening hours: Sun–Fri: 9am–4pm | Sat: 9am–5pm
Hama Korean Restaurant – A Taste of Seoul
Craving bold, exciting flavours? Hama brings the heat with over 60 freshly made Korean dishes. From spicy Kimchi stew to sizzling Bulgogi and comforting Bibimbap, this is where you go to spice up your evening.
It’s relaxed, authentic, and full of flavour — just like Seoul street food.
🔥 What to order:
Bibimbap, Bulgogi, Kimchi stew
🍜 Best for: Foodies, adventurous eaters, midweek date nights
🎎 Vibe: Authentic, vibrant, modern
📍 Where: Just off Roundhay Road
Hama Korean Restaurant – A Taste of Seoul
Craving bold, exciting flavours? Hama brings the heat with over 60 freshly made Korean dishes. From spicy Kimchi stew to sizzling Bulgogi and comforting Bibimbap, this is where you go to spice up your evening.
It’s relaxed, authentic, and full of flavour — just like Seoul street food.
🔥 What to order:
Bibimbap, Bulgogi, Kimchi stew
🍜 Best for: Foodies, adventurous eaters, midweek date nights
🎎 Vibe: Authentic, vibrant, modern
📍 Where: Just off Roundhay Road
🍷 The Melbourne – Oakwood’s Hidden Gem
If you’re looking for a quiet corner to sip something special, The Melbourne is your spot. This cosy bar feels like a local secret, with its welcoming atmosphere and great drinks selection.
It’s the kind of place where one glass turns into two, and time slows down in the best way.
🍷 What to order: A crisp white wine or local craft beer
💬 Best for: Low-key catch-ups, chilled solo drinks
🪑 Vibe: Cosy, relaxed, intimate
🌟 Hidden gem rating: Off the charts
🍷 The Melbourne – Oakwood’s Hidden Gem
If you’re looking for a quiet corner to sip something special, The Melbourne is your spot. This cosy bar feels like a local secret, with its welcoming atmosphere and great drinks selection.
It’s the kind of place where one glass turns into two, and time slows down in the best way.
🍷 What to order: A crisp white wine or local craft beer
💬 Best for: Low-key catch-ups, chilled solo drinks
🪑 Vibe: Cosy, relaxed, intimate
🌟 Hidden gem rating: Off the charts
🍻 North Bar Preston – Craft Beer & Sunshine Vibes
Sunny terrace? ✔️ Craft beer? ✔️ Laid-back energy? ✔️
North Bar Preston brings all the North Bar charm to Oakwood, with standout service and a drinks list that’s second to none. Come for an afternoon pint, stay for the playlist.
With table service and plenty of character, this one’s a crowd-pleaser.
🍺 What to order:
Rotating IPA, cocktail of the week
🎶 Best for: Sociable evenings, sunny drinks, beer lovers
🌞 Vibe: Lively, upbeat, friendly
🪴 Bonus: Gorgeous south-facing terrace
🍻 North Bar Preston – Craft Beer & Sunshine Vibes
Sunny terrace? ✔️ Craft beer? ✔️ Laid-back energy? ✔️
North Bar Preston brings all the North Bar charm to Oakwood, with standout service and a drinks list that’s second to none. Come for an afternoon pint, stay for the playlist.
With table service and plenty of character, this one’s a crowd-pleaser.
🍺 What to order:
Rotating IPA, cocktail of the week
🎶 Best for: Sociable evenings, sunny drinks, beer lovers
🌞 Vibe: Lively, upbeat, friendly
🪴 Bonus: Gorgeous south-facing terrace
🧀 The Cheesy Living Co – Cheese Lovers' Heaven
What started as a lockdown dream has become a local legend. The Cheesy Living Co champions 100% British cheese and charcuterie in the most delicious way.
Build your own cheeseboard, sip a glass of wine, and get stuck into gooey fondue — cheese lovers, you’re home.
🧀 What to order: DIY cheeseboard, fondue, charcuterie box
🎁 Best for: Cheese dates, foodie gifts, wine & nibble nights
🥂 Vibe: Chic, indulgent, relaxed
📦 Insider tip: Grab a takeaway box for the ultimate night in
🧀 The Cheesy Living Co – Cheese Lovers' Heaven
What started as a lockdown dream has become a local legend. The Cheesy Living Co champions 100% British cheese and charcuterie in the most delicious way.
Build your own cheeseboard, sip a glass of wine, and get stuck into gooey fondue — cheese lovers, you’re home.
🧀 What to order: DIY cheeseboard, fondue, charcuterie box
🎁 Best for: Cheese dates, foodie gifts, wine & nibble nights
🥂 Vibe: Chic, indulgent, relaxed
📦 Insider tip: Grab a takeaway box for the ultimate night in
🍔 The Clock Inn – SALT: Street Food Meets Craft Beer
The Clock Inn combines award-winning beers from SALT with epic Asian street food from BaoBros23 — think fluffy bao buns, crispy chicken, and bold flavours galore.
Add in cocktails on tap and a buzzing atmosphere, and you’ve got one of Oakwood’s liveliest hangouts.
🍜 What to order:
Korean chicken bao, loaded fries, sour beer
🥳 Best for: Group nights out, casual weekend plans
🍹 Vibe: Energetic, fun, welcoming
🎉 Extra fun: Cocktails on tap + street food combo = 10/10
🍔 The Clock Inn – SALT: Street Food Meets Craft Beer
The Clock Inn combines award-winning beers from SALT with epic Asian street food from BaoBros23 — think fluffy bao buns, crispy chicken, and bold flavours galore.
Add in cocktails on tap and a buzzing atmosphere, and you’ve got one of Oakwood’s liveliest hangouts.
🍜 What to order:
Korean chicken bao, loaded fries, sour beer
🥳 Best for: Group nights out, casual weekend plans
🍹 Vibe: Energetic, fun, welcoming
🎉 Extra fun: Cocktails on tap + street food combo = 10/10
