Italian wine bar and kitchen Leeds

Veeno Leeds

Authentic Italian food and wine from our family vineyards, right in the heart of Leeds city centre. The perfect spot for after-work drinks, date nights, and group dining.

Opening times

Tuesday - Saturday: 12pm - 9pm
Monday & Sunday: Closed

Find us

5 Wellington Pl, Leeds LS1 4AP

Email: leeds@veenobars.com

Call: 0113 247 0698

Directions

Branch Services

Veeno Leeds is wheelchair accessible & there's a disabled toilet available. We're also dog friendly!

Lunch set menu is only available on Monday - Friday

Italian Wine Bar & Restaurant · Leeds

Veeno Leeds has been at 5 Wellington Place since 2019, bringing authentic Italian wine bar culture to the heart of the city. We are an Italian wine bar and restaurant in equal measure — the food is taken as seriously as the wine, and the two are designed to work together.

What makes us different from any other Italian restaurant in Leeds is simple: every wine on our menu comes from independent Italian family vineyards across Sicily, Campania, Tuscany, Piedmont, Puglia, and Veneto. Several are exclusive to Veeno in the UK — you will not find them in a supermarket or wine merchant anywhere else in the country.

Whether you are looking for the best wine bar in Leeds for after-work drinks, an Italian restaurant for a birthday dinner, or a private event space for a team celebration, Veeno Leeds is your answer.

Passion, tradition, integrity. Since 2013.

From our vineyard to your glass — the way we live it.

The story started with a family vineyard in Marsala, Sicily and a simple belief: that wine tastes better when you know where it comes from and who made it. Now at Wellington Place, our Italian wine bar and restaurant feels like a little corner of Italy in Leeds — built on the same values the wine is built on. Everything honest, everything genuine, nothing staged.

Loved by Leeds. Every visit.

What Our Guests Say

4.6
★★★★★
713 Google Reviews
4.8
★★★★★
TripAdvisor · Leeds
#1
Wellington Place
Best Italian wine bar in Leeds
★★★★★
The best Italian restaurant experience in Leeds. The wines are unlike anything you will find elsewhere — the staff walked us through the menu and found us the perfect bottle.
James T.
Google Review
★★★★★
Our team comes here every month for after-work drinks. The Grande Board is a must, and the atmosphere is perfect for unwinding after a long week.
Sarah M.
Google Review
★★★★★
Genuinely the best wine bar in Leeds. You can tell the wines are something special — none of the usual supermarket bottles. Staff are knowledgeable without being intimidating.
David H.
TripAdvisor
★★★★★
Took clients here for a working dinner and it was exactly right. Great food, exceptional wine, and the kind of atmosphere that makes conversation easy.
Rachel K.
Google Review
★★★★★
The Tagliatelle al Ragu is the best pasta dish in Leeds. We have been back four times this year and it is consistently perfect.
Michael O.
Google Review
★★★★★
Wonderful date night at Veeno Leeds. The staff recommended a Sicilian red that paired perfectly with the sharing board. We will be back very soon.
Emma L.
TripAdvisor

Getting Here

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Leeds Train Station

5 min walk

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First Direct Arena

7 min drive

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Free parking nearby

Wellington Place car park

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University of Leeds

15 min walk

PRIVATE HIRE

WHERE PEOPLE COME TOGETHER

Italians have always known the secret: the best moments in life happen around good food and good wine. At VEENO we bring people together the Italian way — unhurried, generous, and full of warmth.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about VEENO Leeds

Is VEENO an Italian restaurant or a wine bar?

VEENO Leeds is both — an Italian wine bar and restaurant. The food and wine are given equal attention. We serve a full Italian kitchen menu including pizza, pasta, and sharing boards, alongside an extensive list of wines sourced exclusively from independent Italian family vineyards across Sicily, Campania, Tuscany, Piedmont, Puglia, and Veneto.

Where is VEENO in Leeds?

VEENO Leeds is at 5 Wellington Place, Leeds LS1 4AP — five minutes walk from Leeds Train Station. Walk-ins are welcome and tables can be booked online.

What makes VEENO different from other Italian restaurants in Leeds?

The wine list. Every wine at VEENO comes from independent Italian family vineyards — Caruso & Minini in Sicily, Vigne Storte in Campania, La Smilla in Piedmont, Bixio in Veneto, Feudi Di Guagnano in Puglia, and Sorelli in Tuscany. Several are not available in any UK supermarket or wine merchant. The only place in the UK you can try them is with us.

Does VEENO serve pizza and pasta?

Yes. VEENO Leeds serves a full Italian menu including stone-baked pizza, fresh pasta, bruschetta, sharing boards, and small plates. Our Tagliatelle al Ragu is cooked in Nero d'Avola and our Paccheri alla Carbonara is made the authentic Italian way — without cream.

Does VEENO Leeds do private hire for groups?

Yes. VEENO Leeds has semi-private and private hire available for groups of 10 to 150 people. We cater for corporate events, team celebrations, client dinners, and Christmas parties. Contact us at leeds@veenobars.com to discuss your requirements.

Is VEENO Leeds good for a date night?

Yes — it is one of the most popular date night spots in Leeds city centre. The atmosphere is warm, relaxed, and unhurried. The wine list offers something genuinely distinctive and the sharing boards make for a sociable evening. Booking in advance is recommended for Friday and Saturday evenings.