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The Sand Bar is a unique restaurant offering a relaxed and soothing ambience to guests. Comfortable sofas, low-level sunken booths and a stylish dining area are available to enjoy an informal meal while those who prefer al fresco dining can sit at the enclosed garden terrace. The menu is a mixture of culinary styles, with inspiration taken from around the world.

To get a taste of the variety of dishes on offer, try the skewers of spicy marinated chicken and peppers, served on a bed of rice with mango chutney and a cool minty yoghurt dressing, or haddock goujons in crispy beer batter; hand cut chips, pea puree and homemade tartare sauce. You could also share a tapas dish before moving on to more filling fare and order spicy chorizo sausage in a rich tomato ragout, marinated mixed olives, and garlic chilli prawns, served with crusty bread.

The wine list features names from around the world and beer, both draught and bottled, is also available.

The elegant Cross Keys is situated in the heart of Holbeck Urban village, a few minutes from the Leeds railway station in a delightful two hundred year old inn. Customers love its old world charm complete with brick walls, beamed ceilings, open fires and an outdoor courtyard to relax in during the long summer months.

The gastropub serves traditional British food made whenever possible from locally sourced and ethically produced ingredients. Pop in for a quick lunch, a leisurely dinner spread over the whole evening or a Sunday roast with all the trimmings.

A full pork loin with crackling for you to carve at the table, and apple sauce, is a great idea for catching up with friends. There is an ever changing selection of real ales, bottled beers, carefully chosen wines as well as fair trade teas and coffees to perk you up.

The James Watt Room, with AV facilities and a private bar is available to hire for corporate events, business meetings and wedding receptions.

Situated on Burley Road, just a stone's throw from town and the student areas of Hyde Park and Headingley, Unit One is a spacious bar and grill that exudes comfort and style. It is one of those places you could visit to chill out and feel at home.

In order to cater for the likes of a large spectrum of tastes Unit One plays music that ranges from indie and pop, to classic dance tunes, funk and soul. Spend time watching live football, dancing and playing games or quizzes.

The food is fresh and tasty, all created from ingredients from local suppliers. Dishes encompass paninis and salads as well as burgers and steaks. A range of seasonal specials add to the existing menu. Think homemade lasagne, seafood risotto and tomato and lentil dahl served with pepper and onion cous cous topped with tzatziki. Desserts take in sticky toffee pudding and cheesecake.

Food is served 11am till late, daily.

One of the most popular restaurants in Leeds, always cheerful and buzzing with life, but do note that you cannot book for dinner. For real pizza and pasta fans, this is for you, as the permutations are truly amazing and full of delicious ingredients. If you are looking for extra value then the pre 7 pm Early Bird Menu should suit you with two courses at only £12.50. The Italian wine list is comprehensive, starting at £13.95 with plenty of unusual gems from Italy's regions.