Federal Café Brings Famous Brunch Vibes to Leeds

Leeds brunch scene is about to get even better as Manchester’s legendary Federal Café is crossing the Pennines to open its very first Yorkshire outlet right in the heart of Leeds city centre.

Manchester’s Brunch Icon Comes to Leeds

Since opening in 2014, Federal Café & Bar has built a cult following for its Antipodean-inspired brunch culture, serving exceptional coffee and standout dishes in relaxed, stylish settings. Now, Leeds foodies can finally experience what all the hype is about, as Federal prepares to launch on Boar Lane this autumn.

The new café will seat around 70 guests, offering an all-day brunch menu packed with Federal favourites – think fluffy French toast, steak and eggs, and the ever-popular haloumi and shrooms. Drinks won’t disappoint either, with freshly brewed coffee, teas, juices, cocktails, wine, and beer all on the menu.

Why Federal Is So Popular

Federal isn’t just another café – it’s officially the UK’s most popular independent café, ranked fourth in the world in a study of more than 300 coffee shops. Social media has played its part, with their canned iced matcha racking up over a million TikTok views. In Manchester, queues of dedicated “FED fans” are a regular sight outside their Northern Quarter, Deansgate, Oxford Road, and Altrincham cafés.

Founder Claudio Ribeiro says Leeds was the natural next step:
“Leeds has that same buzz as Manchester – full of energy, with a thriving independent brunch and coffee scene. We don’t expand for the sake of it, but the time felt right to bring our ‘Sunny Side Service’ to Yorkshire.”

What to Expect at Federal Leeds

Federal Leeds will feature the brand’s signature welcoming atmosphere, combined with a bright, fresh design full of greenery, vibrant artwork, and an open kitchen. Their Sunny Side Service ethos means diners can expect more than just great food – the aim is to leave guests feeling even better than when they walked in.

Whether you’re hunting for the best brunch in Leeds, looking for new independent cafés in Leeds city centre, or just need a proper coffee fix, Federal is set to become a must-visit.

Federal Leeds opens autumn 2025 at 34 Boar Lane, LS1 5DA.