Latest reviews for Nightlife in Leeds, United Kingdom

Jongleurs - Funny but not fun by caz1892

caz1892 — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 22:50:35 +0000

Review by caz1892

Rating: 3.00

Phone: 0870 011 1965

Website: http://www.jongleurs.com

If you go to jongleurs, go for the comedians, not the food, atmosphere, drinks or after-show dancing.
The food is below par at above average prices, the drinks are ridiculously expensive and the after-show "party" is bad music for bad dancers.
Oh and stay away from bar risa next door too, chav heaven!

The comedy shows are brilliant, if you sign up to the website, you will get loads of emails with two for one ticket offers and get in free once on your birthday month.
Some big names have appeared at Jongleurs and some far lesser known but equally hilarious z-listers make up the bill.If you go to jongleurs, go for the comedians, not the food, atmosphere, drinks or after-show dancing.
The food is below par at above average prices, the drinks are ridiculously expensive and the after-show "party" is bad music for bad dancers.
Oh and stay away from bar risa next door too, chav heaven!

The comedy shows are brilliant, if you sign up to the website, you will get loads of emails with two for one ticket offers and get in free once on your birthday month.
Some big names have appeared at Jongleurs and some far lesser known but equally hilarious z-listers make up the bill.

The Birdcage - by roseyearl

roseyearl — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 11:07:50 +0000

Review by roseyearl

Rating: 1.00

Phone: 0113 246 7273

Tags: friendly, reasonably priced, live music

I am adding my review because I am shocked at how positive the reviews for this place are! I went along a few months back and had a terrible night. There were two fully blown fights where the bouncers had to step in and physically escort some lads out. It is packed full of screaming women on hen parties and men in ben sherman shirts doused in lynx. The music and drag queens were really good but all of this was marred by the clientele. It is located in what is increasingly becoming a rough area of Leeds - with Yates' over the road it would seem people spill out of here and go to the -within staggering distance birdcage. Definitely not a good area of Leeds for this otherwise ok nightclub.I am adding my review because I am shocked at how positive the reviews for this place are! I went along a few months back and had a terrible night. There were two fully blown fights where the bouncers had to step in and physically escort some lads out. It is packed full of screaming women on hen parties and men in ben sherman shirts doused in lynx. The music and drag queens were really good but all of this was marred by the clientele. It is located in what is increasingly becoming a rough area of Leeds - with Yates' over the road it would seem people spill out of here and go to the -within staggering distance birdcage. Definitely not a good area of Leeds for this otherwise ok nightclub.

Bassment - Sticky floors and mellow vibes by karren_ablaze

karren_ablaze — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 13:27:56 +0000

Review by karren_ablaze

Rating: 3.00

Phone: 0113 245 0689

Tags: club, friendly, cool

when i first went to this underground dive i loved the eighties feel of it, i felt like i was on the set of a youth tv show from that era. after many visits my main feeling is the stickiness of the floors, like they have never been washed. the sound is pretty bad too. if you can get over this and if you love Radiohead and Joanna Newsome and a bunch of obscure stuff I would recommend Idioteque (2nd Friday of each month, Â£3 or Â£4 to get in) as the friendliest indie night ever. there are other rad nights on throughout the week too.when i first went to this underground dive i loved the eighties feel of it, i felt like i was on the set of a youth tv show from that era. after many visits my main feeling is the stickiness of the floors, like they have never been washed. the sound is pretty bad too. if you can get over this and if you love Radiohead and Joanna Newsome and a bunch of obscure stuff I would recommend Idioteque (2nd Friday of each month, Â£3 or Â£4 to get in) as the friendliest indie night ever. there are other rad nights on throughout the week too.

Club Mission - On a Mission... by cleobeo

cleobeo — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 10:10:13 +0000

Review by cleobeo

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 0870 122 0114

Website: http://www.clubmission.com

Tags: dance, friendly, reasonably priced

I always have a brilliant night at Mission. Thursday nights (homo) are always loads of fun. They have a choice of 2 rooms - one cheesey, one dancey, both are loads of fun. Slight downside are the mixed loos presided over by 2 bouncers usually, however this does keep them quite empty and they are big so you never have to q much. Drinks are pricey but no more than what you'd expect in a club really. They also have a vending machine with sweets and crisps in, absolute genius. Major bonus is that you dont have to go outside 'outside' to smoke, they have an area with no roof on so you're technically outside without leaaving the club. So your non-smoking friends are kept happy too! Overall, a brilliant night!I always have a brilliant night at Mission. Thursday nights (homo) are always loads of fun. They have a choice of 2 rooms - one cheesey, one dancey, both are loads of fun. Slight downside are the mixed loos presided over by 2 bouncers usually, however this does keep them quite empty and they are big so you never have to q much. Drinks are pricey but no more than what you'd expect in a club really. They also have a vending machine with sweets and crisps in, absolute genius. Major bonus is that you dont have to go outside 'outside' to smoke, they have an area with no roof on so you're technically outside without leaaving the club. So your non-smoking friends are kept happy too! Overall, a brilliant night!

Flares - Disappointing by harvey123

harvey123 — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 14:04:56 +0000

Review by harvey123

Rating: 2.00

Phone: 0113 205 1931

Tags: expensive, cramped, cheesy

As much as I love and defend Flares at every given opportunity, the one in Leeds is definitley a disappointment.

Ultimately it is just too small. It takes absolutely ages to get to the bar, and when you eventually do you are greeted by rude staff who don't give a crap about you or their job. Also the toilets are situated in a stupid place, and again the queue is always huge.

On a plus side, it is filled with the typical cheese of Flares; mirrors, flashing floors, afros, and good old seventies music.

If you enjoy the music and the atmosphere you usually find in your nearest Flares, I'm sorry to say that you won't find the same experience in Leeds. You spend most of your time trying to get through crowds and avoiding getting trampled upon.As much as I love and defend Flares at every given opportunity, the one in Leeds is definitley a disappointment.

Ultimately it is just too small. It takes absolutely ages to get to the bar, and when you eventually do you are greeted by rude staff who don't give a crap about you or their job. Also the toilets are situated in a stupid place, and again the queue is always huge.

On a plus side, it is filled with the typical cheese of Flares; mirrors, flashing floors, afros, and good old seventies music.

If you enjoy the music and the atmosphere you usually find in your nearest Flares, I'm sorry to say that you won't find the same experience in Leeds. You spend most of your time trying to get through crowds and avoiding getting trampled upon.

The Space - Hit and Miss by harvey123

harvey123 — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 13:59:58 +0000

Review by harvey123

Rating: 2.00

Tags: dance, reasonably priced, club

I've been to Space a fair few times and have gained a very mixed impression. Some nights were absolutely fantastic and some, truly dire. I think this is because the thugs arrive at the weekend, and you really can't let your hair down and have a dance for fear of being punched, and during the week (thursdays in particular) the friendly students come to party. I may be biased being a student, but to be honest they're alot better company as they want to have a good night and a good boogie - unlike chavs.

So, if you go to Space be aware of what day you are going on as the whole night will depend on it. There are I think 3 rooms of music, one of them is terrible but the other two are good.

I agree with the previous comment that when drunk it is very easy to get lost as the place is like a maze.

Drinks and entry are fairly expensive, but this is the norm in Leeds.I've been to Space a fair few times and have gained a very mixed impression. Some nights were absolutely fantastic and some, truly dire. I think this is because the thugs arrive at the weekend, and you really can't let your hair down and have a dance for fear of being punched, and during the week (thursdays in particular) the friendly students come to party. I may be biased being a student, but to be honest they're alot better company as they want to have a good night and a good boogie - unlike chavs.

So, if you go to Space be aware of what day you are going on as the whole night will depend on it. There are I think 3 rooms of music, one of them is terrible but the other two are good.

I agree with the previous comment that when drunk it is very easy to get lost as the place is like a maze.

Drinks and entry are fairly expensive, but this is the norm in Leeds.

Wire - Get to Wire! by harvey123

harvey123 — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 13:45:55 +0000

Review by harvey123

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 0113 243 1481

Tags: dance, trendy, friendly

Wire is great for house music in particular but also Indie and the latest releases you can have a good sing along to. A great student hub, and there's always a great atmosphere and crowd.

The location is perfect and great to end a night of touring Call Lane. The price is reasonable too, on a Thursday you can get in for Â£2 before 10 O'Clock and on a weekend the price is usually Â£6, or Â£5 with a student card. Downside for smokers is if you have to pay a pound to get a wristband in order to freely go inside and out to smoke. (OK it's only a quid, but it's the principle!)
Being underground the club is quite dark, which only adds to the great atmosphere and individuality.

You know you've had a good night if you stay till the lights come on at about 5! You won't want to leave!Wire is great for house music in particular but also Indie and the latest releases you can have a good sing along to. A great student hub, and there's always a great atmosphere and crowd.

The location is perfect and great to end a night of touring Call Lane. The price is reasonable too, on a Thursday you can get in for Â£2 before 10 O'Clock and on a weekend the price is usually Â£6, or Â£5 with a student card. Downside for smokers is if you have to pay a pound to get a wristband in order to freely go inside and out to smoke. (OK it's only a quid, but it's the principle!)
Being underground the club is quite dark, which only adds to the great atmosphere and individuality.

You know you've had a good night if you stay till the lights come on at about 5! You won't want to leave!

The Baja Beach Club - Lifes a bach..but where's the beach? by cptnlewi

cptnlewi — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 14:01:33 +0000

Review by cptnlewi

Rating: 1.00

Tags: friendly, students, cheesy

Simple music..regular priced drinks..and nothing to do.Simple music..regular priced drinks..and nothing to do.

The Cockpit - Basic by cptnlewi

cptnlewi — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 13:59:14 +0000

Review by cptnlewi

Rating: 3.00

Phone: 0113 244 3446

Website: http://www.thecockpit.co.uk

Tags: live music, reasonably priced, students

A damp school hall with a bar and live music. Great for the average student or Filth Fan.A damp school hall with a bar and live music. Great for the average student or Filth Fan.

The Hifi Club - by FallenAngel

FallenAngel — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 11:29:04 +0000

Review by FallenAngel

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 0113 242 7353

Website: http://www.thehificlub.co.uk

Tags: live music, friendly, cool

This is my favourite place to go out in Leeds. Music varies from jazz to funk to soul to R&B and back again.

Drinks are reasonably priced, entry is not overly expensive. The toilets, as clubs go, are relatively clean. The door staff are friendly and helpful.

The venue is a shade on the small side. The only major problem with the place is that it has a massive flight of stairs and no lift. If you have mobility issues then take friends to give you a hand, although the door staff are usually appropriately embarrassed and helpful in equal measure when someone swings up in a wheelchair.

That said, if you can get inside the atmosphere is fab and you're more or less guaranteed a good night. Woohoo!This is my favourite place to go out in Leeds. Music varies from jazz to funk to soul to R&B and back again.

Drinks are reasonably priced, entry is not overly expensive. The toilets, as clubs go, are relatively clean. The door staff are friendly and helpful.

The venue is a shade on the small side. The only major problem with the place is that it has a massive flight of stairs and no lift. If you have mobility issues then take friends to give you a hand, although the door staff are usually appropriately embarrassed and helpful in equal measure when someone swings up in a wheelchair.

That said, if you can get inside the atmosphere is fab and you're more or less guaranteed a good night. Woohoo!

Rehab - Get wasted for less than a tenner! by badabing_08

badabing_08 — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 14:25:11 +0000

Review by badabing_08

Rating: 4.00Rehab in Leeds on a Tuesday gets this place 4 stars just on price. It's 80p in and 80p a drink what more can you ask for. It is mainly filled with students and you can get hammered for less than a tenner it is truly amazing. The music isn't that good a lot of cheesy 80's and cheesy pop but who cares when you have spent Â£8.50 and can't stand up. You might expect that because it is so cheap there is often trouble because scum are attracted to cheap places but this is a great and I have never seen any trouble if you are looking for trouble head to Walkabout the worst place in Leeds.Rehab in Leeds on a Tuesday gets this place 4 stars just on price. It's 80p in and 80p a drink what more can you ask for. It is mainly filled with students and you can get hammered for less than a tenner it is truly amazing. The music isn't that good a lot of cheesy 80's and cheesy pop but who cares when you have spent Â£8.50 and can't stand up. You might expect that because it is so cheap there is often trouble because scum are attracted to cheap places but this is a great and I have never seen any trouble if you are looking for trouble head to Walkabout the worst place in Leeds.

Halo - Halo by ooo2bea

ooo2bea — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 01:42:10 +0000

Review by ooo2bea

Rating: 3.00

Phone: 07732 083 911

Halo nightclub is another very surreal place, once a church you feel a bit weird when you first get in there. However, the layout is good with upstairs bar and two rooms downstairs. There run a variety of nights through the week, so you can hear the music you like at some point in the week. The atmosphere is generally good and drinks are reasonably priced. The big downside is there is no proper dance floor in the main room so you often have to struggle through groups of people dancing around in random places which makes it very hard to find your way through to the second room and smoking area.Halo nightclub is another very surreal place, once a church you feel a bit weird when you first get in there. However, the layout is good with upstairs bar and two rooms downstairs. There run a variety of nights through the week, so you can hear the music you like at some point in the week. The atmosphere is generally good and drinks are reasonably priced. The big downside is there is no proper dance floor in the main room so you often have to struggle through groups of people dancing around in random places which makes it very hard to find your way through to the second room and smoking area.

Gala Casino - Fun night out by lilmiss1982

lilmiss1982 — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 12:50:06 +0000

Review by lilmiss1982

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 0113 389 3700

Website: http://www.gala-casino.co.uk

Tags: air conditioning, wireless internet access, seating area

Gala Casino is a great place for a night out. The staff are very friendly and it creates are great atmoshpere. If youâ¬"ve never played the games before Gala offer demonstations to teach you the basics. You will need to produce ID to enter but the process is speedy. The dress code is smart casual jeans are allowed although I did perfer it when they weren't allowed so you had to make an effort it kinda of made it more special when everyone was dressed up. Inside downstairs has slot machines as well as card tables and American Roulette. American roulette tables start from a 25p minium bet. I like to play roulette and have had some good wins over the years but I think looking back over all the casino always wins. Gala often do special nights with extra prizes on offer with raffeles and prize draws as well as offers on drinks and food. There parking outside the casino in there carpark but also you can in the carpark across the road when its full. They have staff on watching the cars too.

Great fun night out well worth a visit and look out for the special offer through the post when your a member.
Gala Casino is a great place for a night out. The staff are very friendly and it creates are great atmoshpere. If youâ¬"ve never played the games before Gala offer demonstations to teach you the basics. You will need to produce ID to enter but the process is speedy. The dress code is smart casual jeans are allowed although I did perfer it when they weren't allowed so you had to make an effort it kinda of made it more special when everyone was dressed up. Inside downstairs has slot machines as well as card tables and American Roulette. American roulette tables start from a 25p minium bet. I like to play roulette and have had some good wins over the years but I think looking back over all the casino always wins. Gala often do special nights with extra prizes on offer with raffeles and prize draws as well as offers on drinks and food. There parking outside the casino in there carpark but also you can in the carpark across the road when its full. They have staff on watching the cars too.

Great fun night out well worth a visit and look out for the special offer through the post when your a member.

Town House Life Ltd - Personally would avoid by jb478914

jb478914 — Sun, 24 Aug 2008 00:45:27 +0000

Review by jb478914

Rating: 1.00

Tags: expensive, busy, cheesy

Haven't been to this place for about a year. What I can recall about the townhouse is that sometimes it gets really busy so it can take ages to get in. The music is mostly commercial type r and b and cheese. I think this can vary from night to night though.

I also thought that there was somewhat of an aggressive atmosphere around the place, something I have noticed when I have been in and not been drinking (as was driving)

That said I think it does have a good location compared to some other places in Leeds and is liked by some, but not by me.Haven't been to this place for about a year. What I can recall about the townhouse is that sometimes it gets really busy so it can take ages to get in. The music is mostly commercial type r and b and cheese. I think this can vary from night to night though.

I also thought that there was somewhat of an aggressive atmosphere around the place, something I have noticed when I have been in and not been drinking (as was driving)

That said I think it does have a good location compared to some other places in Leeds and is liked by some, but not by me.

Atrium - Not for the faint hearted by ikkle87

ikkle87 — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 18:40:28 +0000

Review by ikkle87

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 0113 242 6116

Website: http://www.theatrium.org

Tags: friendly, seating area, reasonably priced

Based in the centre of a shopping arcade this isn't the most obvious of places for a nightclub, but the Atrium works, having a couple of floors with different music this place is especially for you if you are into the niche/basslines kind of music. This place does get very packed though and has lots of stairs so isn't the best place if you are not the most mobile of people however if this kind of music is your cup of tea then this place is for you. The drinks are reasonably priced and the atmosphere is brilliant.Based in the centre of a shopping arcade this isn't the most obvious of places for a nightclub, but the Atrium works, having a couple of floors with different music this place is especially for you if you are into the niche/basslines kind of music. This place does get very packed though and has lots of stairs so isn't the best place if you are not the most mobile of people however if this kind of music is your cup of tea then this place is for you. The drinks are reasonably priced and the atmosphere is brilliant.

Napoleons Casino - by tonypreece

tonypreece — Wed, 27 Jun 2007 09:04:08 +0000

Review by tonypreece

Rating: 2.00

Phone: 0113 245 1200

Website: http://www.asleisure.co.uk

Tags: air conditioning, casino, seating area

My only ever trip to a casino was quite sucessful.
Napoleons is the smallest of Leeds casino's. Open 24 hours and serving a free cooked breakfast in you're in early enough.

I tried my hand on the Roulette table with a couple of work mates. Having put down a Â£5 original stake, I walked out Â£15 better off. Not huge money, but a 300% profit at your first attempt isn't to be sniffed at!My only ever trip to a casino was quite sucessful.
Napoleons is the smallest of Leeds casino's. Open 24 hours and serving a free cooked breakfast in you're in early enough.

I tried my hand on the Roulette table with a couple of work mates. Having put down a Â£5 original stake, I walked out Â£15 better off. Not huge money, but a 300% profit at your first attempt isn't to be sniffed at!

Majestyk - by tonypreece

tonypreece — Wed, 27 Jun 2007 09:00:40 +0000

Review by tonypreece

Rating: 1.00

Phone: 0113 242 4333

Website: http://www.luminar.co.uk

Tags: live music, air conditioning, closed down

See my other review for the same place with a misspelt name.

Majestyk has now shut down for ever. A casino is reputedly being built in its place at some point.See my other review for the same place with a misspelt name.

Majestyk has now shut down for ever. A casino is reputedly being built in its place at some point.

Heaven & Hell Club - by tonypreece

tonypreece — Wed, 27 Jun 2007 08:58:45 +0000

Review by tonypreece

Rating: 1.00

Phone: 0113 243 9963

Website: http://www.heavenandhell.co.uk

Tags: closed down, seating area, air conditioning

Heaven & Hell was the first club I was ever refused entry to in Leeds. Because my shoes weren't quite polished enough.

Luckily the bouncer gave us directions to where we actually wanted to be, but couldn't find!

It, like the rest of the Heaven & Hell chain, has now sacked it's DJ for the final time. It shut down a while ago and a new club is now in its place.Heaven & Hell was the first club I was ever refused entry to in Leeds. Because my shoes weren't quite polished enough.

Luckily the bouncer gave us directions to where we actually wanted to be, but couldn't find!

It, like the rest of the Heaven & Hell chain, has now sacked it's DJ for the final time. It shut down a while ago and a new club is now in its place.

Majestic & Jumpin Jaks - by tonypreece

tonypreece — Wed, 27 Jun 2007 08:56:24 +0000

Review by tonypreece

Rating: 1.00

Tags: closed down

Majestic was once thought of as one of the 'super-clubs' of 'up north'. When I lived in Lancashire, I knew people who would go for a night out at Majestic and then spend near Â£80 on a taxi home. They figured it was worth it.

Majestic has now gone forever, may it rest in piece.

Personally, I had no time for it. It was teh same nightclub you see in every medium sized town up and down the country. It had nothing to offer a with the grandure and aspirations of Leeds.Majestic was once thought of as one of the 'super-clubs' of 'up north'. When I lived in Lancashire, I knew people who would go for a night out at Majestic and then spend near Â£80 on a taxi home. They figured it was worth it.

Majestic has now gone forever, may it rest in piece.

Personally, I had no time for it. It was teh same nightclub you see in every medium sized town up and down the country. It had nothing to offer a with the grandure and aspirations of Leeds.

Creation - by tonypreece

tonypreece — Mon, 18 Jun 2007 23:04:06 +0000

Review by tonypreece

Rating: 1.00

Phone: 0113 242 7272

Website: http://www.creation-leeds.co.uk

Tags: air conditioning, seating area

Not my favourite place to go. Ok, I was never going to give top marks, I don't like the music they play for a start, and thats the main reason for going to a night club isn't it?

There are a lot of people who love Creation, but I think its overpriced, overhyped and over-rough.Not my favourite place to go. Ok, I was never going to give top marks, I don't like the music they play for a start, and thats the main reason for going to a night club isn't it?

There are a lot of people who love Creation, but I think its overpriced, overhyped and over-rough.