Leeds Restaurant
We are proud to introduce the expansion of The Cut & Craft Leeds, a new chapter that will transform our restaurant into an even more immersive destination for dining, drinking and celebration.
In late spring 2026, our iconic Grade II-listed venue will unveil an adjoining elegant bar and lounge, alongside two beautifully appointed private dining rooms, creating an expanded setting for refined dining and elevated evenings.
Located in the iconic Victoria Quarter near Kirkgate Market, The Cut & Craft promises to transform the Leeds casual premium dining scene.
Our new private dining rooms will offer intimate yet impressive spaces for celebratory dinners, corporate entertaining and special occasions. Designed with subtle influence from Wallace Hartley’s Titanic journey, the interiors will reflect understated opulence, timeless craftsmanship and thoughtful detail. Here, private dining in Leeds becomes something truly exceptional.
While our new spaces take shape, we are delighted to continue hosting larger group bookings within our existing restaurant, delivering the same refined experience our guests know and love.
While we grow, our commitment remains unchanged. The Cut & Craft Leeds continues to offer its signature affordable luxury, open seven days a week for stylish lunches, Afternoon Tea, memorable dinners, and refined drinks in elegant surroundings.
A new era is coming, and we look forward to welcoming you.
The expansion will also introduce a dedicated stage, bringing a programme of carefully curated live musicians to the venue each week. With subtle nods to Wallace Hartley, the Leeds-born bandleader of the Titanic, and the building’s heritage as Collinson’s Café, once a celebrated social meeting place, the space will honour its musical and cultural legacy while embracing a refined new era.
As the evening unfolds, guests can enjoy world-class cocktails, premium spirits and Champagne, complemented by elevated bar snacks, all served within surroundings that transition effortlessly from relaxed daytime sophistication to vibrant late-evening ambience.
Throughout the day, our much-loved Afternoon Tea will be served in the new bar and lounge, ensuring timeless elegance from morning through to night.
Our Leeds restaurant is located in the heart of the City that once was the former Collinson’s Cafe. You can expect a luxurious setting that maintains the character and history of the building with a beautiful central dome and a classic circular central bar.
In 1906, the site was occupied by Collinson’s, a local family-run business famous for tea blending and coffee roasting. The front of the store was used for selling confectionery and the rear of the store was home to Collinson’s Café, which gained a reputation for being a great place to enjoy tea, cakes, and live music. Music played a huge part in the success of the business, with live music nights and a string quartet often playing to accompany guests’ dining.
A member of the regular string quartet that played at the site was a talented musician named Wallace Hartley. Music, it turned out, would be his blessing and his curse, for it was his musical talent that resulted in his offer to work as bandmaster on The White Star Line’s luxury shipping liner, The Titanic.
The tragic events on the night of the 14th of April, 1912, are legendary, and so too was Wallace’s response to the disaster. He gathered all eight musicians on the ship and began to play for passengers as they boarded the lifeboats. In Wallace’s pockets, amongst other things recovered from Titanic, was a silver matchbox engraved ‘From Collinson’s Staff Leeds’. We are proud to pay tribute to Wallace’s heroism and honour his time spent playing music for guests in this building.
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Our Menus
Whether you’re passing by for a cocktail and an aperitif, or wish to fully indulge in a luxury dining experience, our range of menus featuring show-stopping dishes and world-class ingredients will have something for you.
Since opening The Cut & Craft Leeds in 2022, the restaurant has been awarded Restaurant of the Year in both 2023 and 2024, recognised again as Independent Business of the Year in 2025, and most recently honoured with the Team of Excellence award in 2026, our commitment to exceptional food, service and atmosphere continues to set the standard for affordable premium dining in Leeds. We have also won numerous awards for our elevated interior design.
Opening Times
We’re open all day Monday - Sunday from 11:00am until late for lunch, dinner and drinks.
Weekend brunch service from 10am-11:45am Saturday and Sunday
Food served until 10pm.
If you’re looking for a private dining room in Leeds for your next special occasion, birthday or corporate lunch, our private dining options in Leeds offer historic, elegant settings and can cater to a variety of different events.
From large party bookings to private hire of either our beautiful first floor mezzanine area or full Leeds venue, located in the Victoria Quarter, Leeds, we are here to make your next event extra special.
For enquiries, please contact the events team for further details or email [email protected]
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The Cut & Craft Leeds location is open Monday - Friday 11am until late. Saturday - Sunday 10am until late. Food is served until 10:00pm daily
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Situated in the heart of the iconic Victoria Quarter shopping centre, The Cut & Craft Leeds is easily accessible.
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We regretfully cannot admit any minors under the age of 10 for dinner reservations. However, families with children under the age of 10 are welcome for lunchtime bookings.
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Unfortunately, pets are not permitted.
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Guests are kindly asked to dress for the occasion when they visit The Cut & Craft. Smart jeans and fashion trainers are welcome, but beachwear and gym wear (including tracksuits and caps) are not permitted.
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We regretfully do not offer outdoor dining at our Leeds location at this time.
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Yes, we do everything possible to ensure the comfort of our guests, especially those with mobility issues or concerns. Please note our restaurant is located over two floors and as a listed building we have no lift. Should you require accessible seating, please let us know ahead of your visit.
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You’ll find vegetarian and vegan options on our all-day Leeds menu. Examples may include a Spiced Lentil & Cauliflower Pie and falafel burgers. We source the freshest local ingredients to ensure your satisfaction with every bite.
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Yes, we have gluten-free and nut-free options on our diverse menus. Please alert your server if you have any other food allergies or special dietary requirements.
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Yes, we offer Children’s Menus during lunchtime bookings.
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If you would like to book an area on our mezzanine floor for a special occasion or business event, please talk to our staff to ensure availability.
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If you are celebrating, please let our team know. We will arrange for a birthday card to be placed on your table from our team. Our bespoke concierge service offers the perfect way to upgrade your visit with a welcome cocktail or glass of Champagne, nibbles, and the option to add personalised gifts to your table and chauffeur arrival. Find out more. Please note birthday cakes are permitted for photos only but cannot be consumed in the restaurant, unless you have made a private hire booking.
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Yes, The Cut & Craft can accommodate large groups with bookings made in advance. For more information please get in contact with us.
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We will make every effort to amend your booking. Please let us know as early as possible. We ask for at least 12 hours’ notice to cancel any reservations. A cancellation fee may apply.
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Our restaurant is spread across two floors. If you have any mobility, accessibility, or seating requirements, please add a note to your booking and our team will do their best to accommodate your needs.
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You may book a table at The Cut & Craft anytime using our website reservation system. Reservations are not necessary at our Leeds restaurant and bar but are recommended, especially if you have a large group. View our FAQs page for more details.
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We are located in the Victoria Quarter in Leeds City Centre, just a short 9-minute walk from Leeds train station. There are also bus stops at the bottom of Briggate, a 5-minute walk from the restaurant.
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Please note that our Leeds Restaurant will be closed on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. It will open later on Boxing Day at 11am, meaning there will be no brunch service this day.