
The Station House Garforth
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About The Station House Garforth
The Station House Garforth is a southern Italian restaurant in Leeds at 1 Station House, with tables right beside the railway track so diners can watch trains pass the window. The kitchen makes its pizzas from scratch in house and cooks them in the traditional style, with a charred crust. The menu runs to 30 dishes, and the pizzas include the Capo Stazione and the Salame Piccante (With Chilli Flakes). An antipasto platter of cured meats, salamis and salad suits sharing, and garlic bread and tenderstem broccoli with fresh chilli sit alongside the mains. Additional rooms upstairs have table lanterns. Reservations are required. Dessert includes a pistachio tiramisu.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree parking lot · Free street parking · Paid parking lot
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, parking lot, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs · Kids' menu
- DietaryVegan options · Vegetarian options
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Menu & Prices
30 dishes · mains £4–18- Margherita (V)£11.95
- Prosciutto£13.75
- Salame Piccante (With Chilli Flakes)£13.95
- Funghi (V)£13.75
- Al Crudo£15.65
- Capo Stazione£17.75
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention pizzas with charred crust, antipasto platter, pistachio tiramisu and tenderstem broccoli with chilli.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention pizzas with charred crust, antipasto platter, pistachio tiramisu and tenderstem broccoli with chilli.
Customer Review Summary
Pizza is the clear draw at this Garforth Italian, with reviewers praising the traditional-style bases, charred crust and fresh toppings, and one noting the dough on a garlic bread. Close behind are the antipasto platter of cured meats, salamis and salad, the tenderstem broccoli with fresh chilli, and a pistachio tiramisu. Service gets repeated credit, with several singling out a waitress who greeted them warmly, and others describing staff who take time to explain the food. The setting also draws comment: a cosy corner table, warm lantern light, quirky decoration across the upstairs rooms, and trains passing close to the window while double glazing keeps the room quiet. The only reservations are minor. One reviewer notes that peak periods need booking well in advance, and another simply forgot their box of leftover pizza. One diner who grew up on homemade Italian cooking calls it the best in Leeds, and a pistachio tiramisu arrived with an extra spoon for a partner who had skipped dessert.
Customer Review Summary
Pizza is the clear draw at this Garforth Italian, with reviewers praising the traditional-style bases, charred crust and fresh toppings, and one noting the dough on a garlic bread. Close behind are the antipasto platter of cured meats, salamis and salad, the tenderstem broccoli with fresh chilli, and a pistachio tiramisu. Service gets repeated credit, with several singling out a waitress who greeted them warmly, and others describing staff who take time to explain the food. The setting also draws comment: a cosy corner table, warm lantern light, quirky decoration across the upstairs rooms, and trains passing close to the window while double glazing keeps the room quiet. The only reservations are minor. One reviewer notes that peak periods need booking well in advance, and another simply forgot their box of leftover pizza. One diner who grew up on homemade Italian cooking calls it the best in Leeds, and a pistachio tiramisu arrived with an extra spoon for a partner who had skipped dessert.
Featured reviews
- Carol Herd
“Lily was the most perfect waitress , made our evening !!! Food was yum and highly recommended !! We shall be back ! X”
- Lottie Lambert
“What a fantastic meal we had. Everything we tried was absolutely delicious and cooked to perfection. The pizzas were a standout, featuring that perfect charred crust and fresh, high-quality toppings. We also really enjoyed the vibrant plate of tenderstem broccoli with fresh chilli, which brought a lovely kick to the table. The whole spread looked as good as it tasted. The atmosphere was just right for a relaxing dinner. We loved the warm glow from the table lanterns, which made the space feel very welcoming. We cannot wait to return.”
- Ben Hanson
“Popped In for an impromptu lunch as we were in the area and couldn’t have been more delighted. The food and service were exceptional. We didn’t have a pizza but did have a garlic bread and based on the dough I imagine they great. Would recommend to anyone.”
- Ian De-Whytell
“Just returned home from eating out at this wonderful Italian restaurant in Garforth. We booked for 6:15pm on a Wednesday and were greeted and subsequently served by a fantastic young lady. She was friendly, charming and engaging. We ate in one of the upstairs rooms, which, like the entire restaurant is decorated in a quirky and unique way. There was music playing in the room (Louis Armstrong actually!) and we were made to feel so welcome. Both of us had pizza which was spot on and I had the pistachio tiramisu (with an extra spoon for my partner who didn’t want a dessert!) All in all it was a great evening out. The food was very good, but the service was what made it special. We will return.”
- simon
“Best Italian by far that I have visited within the Garforth area . Lovely atmosphere and very welcoming staff . Beautiful food and relaxed approach which was appreciated. Can't wait to go back again .”
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
- Closed
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Good for kids
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- Vegan options
- Alcohol
- Cozy
- Beer
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Dining options· 8
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Highlights· 3
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Offerings· 6
- Cocktails
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Planning· 4
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Atmosphere· 4
- Casual
- Historic
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Crowd· 2
- Groups
- Tourists
- Parking· 4
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Parking
- Family-friendly· 2
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Location
Restaurants near The Station House Garforth
- 0.9 mi£1–10Good for kids
fish and chips, overcooked battered fish, browned chips
- Wingstop Leeds Springs4.84941.8 mi
chicken wings, hawaiian chicken tenders, freestyle drink machine
- Caballero Lounge4.34241.8 mi£10–20Outdoor seatingVegan optionsVegetarian options
tapas selection, gluten-free menu, lounge breakfast
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Station House GarforthOutdoor seating · Vegan options · Vegetarian options | 4.8537 | — | £20–50 | pizzas with charred crust, antipasto platter, pistachio tiramisu |
| Hillton's Fish & Chip ShopGood for kids | 4.2182 | 0.9 mi | £1–10 | fish and chips, overcooked battered fish, browned chips |
| Wingstop Leeds Springs | 4.8494 | 1.8 mi | — | chicken wings, hawaiian chicken tenders, freestyle drink machine |
| Caballero LoungeOutdoor seating · Vegan options · Vegetarian options | 4.3424 | 1.8 mi | £10–20 | tapas selection, gluten-free menu, lounge breakfast |
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