The Original Oak
📍 2 Otley Rd, Headingley, Leeds LS6 2DG, UK
About The Original Oak
The Original Oak is a well-regarded pub located in the vibrant Headingley area of Leeds. Boasting an impressive Google rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from over 2000 reviews, it's a popular spot known for its generous indoor space and extensive outdoor seating, perfect for enjoying the lively atmosphere.
This large establishment offers a comprehensive drinks menu, including a good selection of hand-pulled cask ales and various other beverages. Patrons can also enjoy a diverse food menu featuring options for vegetarians. With multiple sports TVs, it’s an ideal venue to catch the latest games, and guests frequently highlight its clean and spacious environment.
Visiting Information
The Original Oak operates from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM Monday through Saturday, and until 10:30 PM on Sundays. Accessibility features include wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, and seating. For payments, the pub conveniently accepts credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments.
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📍 2 Otley Rd, Headingley, Leeds LS6 2DG, UK
from 2,009 reviews
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Showing 5 of 2,009 reviews from Google Maps.Last updated 5 February 2026.
Large pub in Headingley, Leeds with additional outdoor seating. Sports tvs. Good range on menu including vegetarian options. Handpulled cask beers were Wainwright's and Doombar. Clean. Lots of space. Loos upstairs.
The Original Oak is a fantastic pub ! The staff are always welcoming, warm and happy to help. This also includes supporting local charities. I am a committee member for the local branch of the Army Benevolent Fund and Richard and his team are always happy to have a collection tin on the bar. Great place, great welcoming atmosphere, great staff, great food and a great pint ! What more can you ask ?
Huge place with lots of seating. Id stick to the basics and drinks whatever is on tap here. Don't experiment with cocktails since they don't have the ingredients or proper know how to make them (despite having them on the menu and keeping offers on them). The toilets are poorly maintained and not very hygienic.
Enjoyed 2 pints without any issue. When I ordered my 3rd pint I was carded and they wouldn’t accept my Canadian driver’s license despite having multiple other pieces of ID with the same name. I was told they only accept passports. What kind of pub doesnt accept foreign driver licenses as ID? What kind of traveller carries their passport on them at all times? Seems like a great spot if you’re a local. Avoid at all costs if you’re a traveller.
Great pub! Lots of room, good selection of drinks! Friendly staff!