Behind Closed Doors

You'll find yourself descending into Call Lane's basement scene, where Behind Closed Doors does the whole dimly-lit cocktail bar thing without the pretension that can sometimes bog down Leeds city centre watering holes. This place takes its drinks seriously—expect actual technique behind the bar, spirits that haven't been gathering dust, and bartenders who'll chat to you rather than ignore you. It's got that underground vibe that makes you feel like you've discovered something, though it's been here long enough that plenty of locals already know the score. The kind of spot where you can nurse a well-made negroni and not feel rushed.