Mowgli Leeds is one of our most popular northern homes, having first received her fairy lights in 2020. Standing tall on Boar Lane, she is full of trees, roped swings, and an amber twinkle from hanging lanterns that gives off a warm glow.
If you’re looking for an Indian restaurant in Leeds then you’ve come to the right place. From the moment you walk in you will be hit with the intoxicating scent of ginger and crackled cumin. Whether you are hiding from the Yorkshire rain with a book and a hot ginger tea or bringing the whole gang for a tiffin feast, Mowgli on Boar Lane in Leeds is the perfect spot.
From graduation parties to office tiffin mixers, Mowgli Leeds is a brilliant backdrop for a celebration. With our swing seats and whimsical, tree-lined dining rooms, we bring a sense of theatre and authentic Indian hospitality to every visit. We have homes all over the UK, from London and Manchester to Glasgow, so we know exactly how to make your event feel personal, and full of heart, no matter where you are.
You can find us standing tall on Boar Lane, perfectly placed for city explorers, shoppers, and commuters alike.
By train: We are a commuter’s dream. We are literally a 2-minute walk from Leeds Railway Station, just head out the main entrance and turn right onto Boar Lane.
By bus: Most city-centre buses stop on Boar Lane or at the nearby Corn Exchange, making us one of the easiest meeting spots in the city.
By car: If you’re driving in, the Trinity Leeds Car Park or the Q-Park Sovereign Square are both under a 5-minute walk away.
Because Boar Lane is so central, it’s an ideal point for exploring the best of the city. You can spend the morning wandering the markets, the afternoon raiding the shops, and be back at your table for a lantern-lit dinner.
Culture and music: We are a 5-minute walk from the stunning Leeds Corn Exchange and 10 minutes from the O2 Academy and the First Direct Arena.
Shopping: We are right on the doorstep of Trinity Leeds and the beautiful, independent Victoria Quarter and Thornton’s Arcade.
History: Take a 4-minute stroll over to the Leeds City Museum or wander down to the Royal Armouries at the dockside for a bit of exploration before your tiffin.
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Step off the busy Leeds pavements and into a forest of light. The vibe here is intentionally lively. It’s a place for real people to eat real food. We’ve returned to the honest, vibrant flavors of the home kitchen, where food is all about fresh ginger and green chillies. It’s a spice palette passed down through generations, designed to be a shared conversation that leaves you feeling well-fed and inspired.
Expect a lot of clatter and chatter and a forest of fairy lights. Our Leeds home is all about the vibe,from the creak of our indoor rope swings to the hum of a busy kitchen. Whether you’re perched on a swing with a view of the street or tucked into a booth, it’s just a place for real people to eat real food and lose track of time.
We serve the kind of food Indians eat at home and on their streets – dishes full of flavour, warmth and personality. Inspired by the city of Varanasi, our menu brings together vibrant street plates, tiffins filled with rich curries, and a balance of meat, vegetarian and vegan dishes. Every recipe is made in-house using fresh ingredients and real spices. Our small plates and tiffins are perfect for sharing and discovering new flavours with the people you love.
Yes, a large part of our menu is naturally vegan or vegetarian. Look for the leaf symbol on our menu to find the meat-free dishes, and refer to our allergen guide for a full breakdown of vegan and vegetarian options available here.
As well as the main menu, we also provide a vegan menu when requested.
At Mowgli we have a non-Gluten menu to help our guests when navigating their dietary requirements. While dishes on this menu are made with ingredients that do not contain gluten, some suppliers have added “may contain” warnings due to possible cross-contamination during production. For this reason, we cannot guarantee our food is completely free from gluten, and we do not advise guests with severe allergies or coeliac disease to consume from this menu. Please speak to a manager in advance about any allergens or intolerances. Our allergen guide is also available here.
We try our best to cater for allergens where we can, however, every dish in Mowgli is freshly prepared in small kitchens that handle allergens and each dish contains spices that are ground externally. For this reason, we cannot guarantee the absence of any allergens in any of our dishes.
Customers with life-threatening allergies and intolerances must take this risk into consideration before choosing to dine with us. Our allergen guide is available here. Unfortunately, we cannot cater for allergens via delivery.
We do. Our kids menu offers smaller portions of selected main dishes, and plenty to please young diners. We are a family brand born from home-style cooking, which is why it’s important to us that every guest has a wonderful authentic experience, no matter their age.
Of course. You can explore the full Mowgli menu, including vegan, vegetarian and gluten friendly dishes, on our website. We keep it updated so you always know what’s cooking before you visit. You can also access our allergen guide which has handy filters to help you navigate any specific requirements you may have, see it here.
We know our guests love to explore the different flavours and textures on our menu, so we’ve created a few sharing options to make that easy.
Our Sharer Menu is perfect for two or more people, packed with Mowgli favourites to enjoy together. For larger gatherings, our Feasting Menu is designed for tables of seven or more – it keeps the dishes flowing and helps us look after your whole party with the best possible service.
You can find your nearest Mowgli here. Every restaurant has its own personality, inspired by the warmth and bustle of Indian home cooking.
We always recommending booking a table, especially at busy times like the weekend. You can make a reservation quickly online through our bookings page, or you can call our restaurant directly on 0113 403 3215. Walk ins are also welcome wherever possible, so if you haven’t booked and want to swing by please do come in and the team will do what they can to seat you.
Yes! We accept walk ins wherever possible, so swing by and see us. However, if you know what time you’re coming please do book online or by calling our restaurant directly on 0113 403 3215 to guarantee your table.
You can manage your booking directly through your confirmation email – there’s a link that lets you amend or cancel with just a few clicks. If you’re having trouble, give the restaurant a quick call on 0113 403 3215 and we’ll be happy to help.
Absolutely, Mowgli is made for sharing, so we love hosting group gatherings. Most of our restaurants can accommodate larger tables, and our Sharer Menus are perfect for groups who want to try a bit of everything. You can book online for smaller parties, or get in touch with your local Mowgli directly for bigger celebrations.
A number of our restaurants also offer private or semi-private dining areas, and even exclusive venue hire. If you’d like to host an event at Mowgli, please visit our Events page and complete our enquiry form. From there, our events team will be in touch to talk you through our spaces, set menus, and how we can make your occasion truly special.
Leeds station, just 3 minutes on foot, connects you perfectly to our bustling restaurant in the heart of the city. Trinity Leeds shopping centre sits mere moments away, making us ideal for refuelling between retail therapy sessions. Victoria Leeds, only 9 minutes’ stroll away, adds to the vibrant surroundings. For drivers, Q-Park Sovereign Square car park provides convenient parking just 3 minutes away, ensuring your authentic street food adventure begins without hassle.
Q-Park Sovereign Square (3 min walk) and Trinity Leeds Car Park (4 min walk) are nearby.
Leeds is fully accessible.
No outdoor seating available.
Yes, we are dog friendly and we love to see your four-legged friends in our restaurants. Well behaved dogs add to the feeling of Mowgli being a home from home, which is at the heart of what we aspire to be.
We always try to keep our prices fair and our food generous. We don’t run nationwide discounts, but if you visit our What’s On page, you’ll find any local events or offers that might be running near you. We also have a Sharer Menu and other seasonal set menus, which give you the chance to enjoy a full spread of Mowgli favourites, made for those who love to share and explore at a great price. We also have a loyalty programme which you can sign up to for rewards.
Yes, we do! You can download the Mowgli Loyalty Programme through the app store. Simply show your code to your server for a stamp to be added every time you dine, and when you collect stamps you will receive rewards. It’s our way of saying thank you for being part of the Mowgli family. Find out more about our loyalty programme here.
Mowgli is great for sharing, so we usually recommend around two to three dishes per person – a mix of street food, and curries with a rice or bread works perfectly, depending on how hungry you are!
We pride ourselves on creating a beautiful ambience in every restaurant, through glowing fairy lights and a buzzing atmosphere. We have traditional seating available, but also our much loved swing seats are available in every restaurant. Please let the team know when booking if you’d prefer to sit on a swing seat and we will do what we can to accommodate this.
Yes, you can order Mowgli for delivery to your home through Uber Eats. Just search for Mowgli on the Uber Eats app to see if we’re delivering in your area. Then sit back, relax, and let the tiffins come to you.
Yes, Mowgli gift vouchers are available to buy online here. They can be sent instantly by email or posted in a beautiful gift card wallet, perfect for anyone who loves Mowgli, or when you want to give the gift of Indian home-style food. Our vouchers can be used at any Mowgli restaurant across the UK, when dining in.
Yes, you can find our range of Mowgli merchandise, including cookbooks, aprons, t-shirts and more — all available to buy online here.
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Giving back is at the heart of Mowgli. Every restaurant supports a local House Charity, chosen by our teams, with £1 from every meal and other charitable initiatives such as the Mowgli Dog Show and team fundraising all going straight to those causes. Through the Mowgli Trust, we also support national charities that make a real difference to people and communities across the UK. You can find out more about our charity work here.
100% of all tronc (tips) goes to Mowgli employees. Tronc is processed by a third-party Company separate to Mowgli Street Food Ltd. The process of allocating tronc is independent from Mowgli and led by an external Troncmaster.
