Must-see restaurants in England

  • Halfway House Inn

    South Cornwall

    A posh corner pub near the front in Kingsand, serving Sharp's ales and an upscale menu (pan-seared scallops with pancetta, trio of pork with cider jus)…

  • Manna

    North London

    Tucked away on a side street, this upmarket little place does a brisk trade in inventive vegetarian and vegan cooking. The menu features mouth-watering,…

  • Good Vibes Café

    South Cornwall

    This friendly, contemporary cafe on the Moor is popular for its copious breakfasts (veggie and nonveggie), as well as its creative sandwiches (which range…

  • Amanzi

    South Cornwall

    On the town's main street, Amanzi serves up a unique menu spiced by African flavours. Start with boerewors (South African sausage) or trinchado bunny-chow…

  • Ethos

    The West End

    More than 40 meat-free and vegan dishes inspired by global cuisines are laid out for self-service in this airily designed restaurant that charges by…

  • Jasmine Thai

    Exeter

    A spicy addition to Exeter, this Thai restaurant has proved very popular. You can play safe with the classics – red, green, Penang or jungle curries – or…

  • La Fromagerie

    The West End

    This deli-cafe has bowls of delectable salads, antipasto, peppers and beans scattered about the long communal table. Huge slabs of bread invite you to…

  • Bundobust

    Manchester

    Indian veggie street food and craft beer are the order of the day at this export from Leeds. The format’s the same in Manchester, right down to the pallet…

  • Apple Pie

    The Lake District

    For a quick lunch stop, you won't go far wrong at this friendly little caff, which serves stuffed sandwiches, hot pies, baked spuds and yummy cakes (the…

  • Bari

    Cumbria & the Lakes

    A local's tip for Indian food. The setting, next to a busy main road, could be better, but the inside is atmospheric, painted in blingy colours and…

  • Rodean

    Exeter

    Run by the same family for 15 years, the Rodean serves inventive cuisine that has built a loyal following and notched up a string of awards. Classic,…

  • Fig Tree

    The Midlands & the Marches

    Tucked down an alleyway off Church St, this 19th-century former stable serves Mediterranean-inspired fare at lunch (eg focaccia, pastas and salads) and…

  • Tosa

    Notting Hill & West London

    With a welcoming flaming charcoal grill brightening its window, this simple, casual yet pretty and precise Japanese restaurant fixes its focus on smaller…

  • Three Degrees West

    Torquay

    Sandwiched between the seafront and crumbling russet-red cliffs, the terrace of this bar-bistro has uninterrupted views of the waves. The menu spans…

  • Star Anise

    The Cotswolds

    Local produce plays a prominent part in the inventive, mostly vegetarian dishes whipped up at this bubbly cafe. Tuck into lunchtime soups, pastas, felafel…

  • Panzo

    Clerkenwell, Shoreditch & Spitalfields

    Never has pizza looked more mouth-watering than at Panzo's: oblong-shaped, loaded with toppings and enjoyed in a dining room bathed in the pink hues of…

  • Haydens

    Rye

    Long-time believers in organic and fair-trade produce, Haydens dishes up delicious omelettes, ploughman’s lunches, salads and bagels in a light, breezy…

  • Landgate Bistro

    Rye

    Escape the medieval excesses of Rye’s central eateries to this fresh-feeling bistro, slightly off the tourist trail near the impressive 14th-century…

  • Cornish Food Box Company

    South Cornwall

    If it's local provenance that's important, then look nowhere other than this backstreet deli-cafe. It started out packing up boxes of veg, meat and treats…

  • Blue Moon Cafe

    Sheffield

    A Sheffield institution offering tasty veggie and vegan creations, breakfasts till 11am and a rotation of single-price mains with a side of rice. It's…

  • Darleys

    The Midlands & the Marches

    Two miles north of the city centre, this upmarket restaurant has a gorgeous setting in a bright converted mill overlooking the river, with a beautiful…

  • Sam's Chop House

    Manchester

    This Victorian classic serves food seemingly borrowed from a Dickens novel. The highlight is the crispy corned beef hash cake starter, which is salt-cured…

  • Lambs

    Stratford-upon-Avon

    Lambs swaps Shakespeare chintz in favour of modern elegance but throws in authentic 16th-century ceiling beams for good measure. The menu embraces…

  • Sagar

    The West End

    This branch of a mini-chain specialises in vegetarian dishes from the southern Indian state of Karnataka. It's cheap, filling and of a fine standard. Try…

  • Dockyard Cafe

    Bristol

    With a waterside terrace and big picture windows overlooking the City Dock, the Dockyard Cafe is popular with people visiting the neighbouring SS Great…

  • Cornish Arms

    Dartmoor National Park

    Chef John Hooker has created something special here: a smart but still convivial pub serving creative but unpretentious food that remains true to its West…

  • Lussmanns Fish & Grill

    Oxford & the Cotswolds

    This bright, modern restaurant, steps from the cathedral, serves a changing, season-focused, ethically sourced menu of creative British dishes with…

  • Chesters by the River

    The Lake District

    Beside a rattling brook at Skelwith Bridge, halfway between Ambleside and Elterwater, this smart cafe is definitely more gourmet than greasy spoon:…

  • Boston Tea Party

    Bristol

    First-rate sandwiches and burgers, fresh juices and locally roasted coffee are served up in style at this southwest deli chain's very first store. Brunch…

  • Fine Cheese Co

    Bath

    In this hog heaven for fans of les grands fromages staff will soon have you sampling a top-notch selection of cheesy delights. The adjoining cafe is…

  • Homeground

    The Lake District

    Windermere gets its own boutique coffee house, serving excellent flat whites, pourovers and ristrettos, accompanied by a fine display of milk art. It's…

  • Pinky Murphy's Café

    South Cornwall

    You'll almost need a pair of sunglasses to cope with the kitsch dazzle of stripes, spots and colours on show in this endearingly retro cafe. It serves a…

  • Rockfish

    Plymouth

    In the cheery bistro of renowned southwest chef Mitch Tonks, you get as many chips as you can eat with whatever fish has been landed at the neighbouring…

  • Glassboat

    Bristol

    This converted river barge is an ideal spot for a romantic dinner, with candlelit tables and harbour views through a glass extension. The refined food…

  • Tartar Frigate

    Kent

    Dating back to the 18th century, this seafront pub is a great place to be in summer when tourists and locals alike spill out onto the beach. The seafood…

  • Pint Shop

    Cambridge

    Popular Pint Shop's vision is to embrace eating and drinking equally. To this end, it's both a busy bar specialising in draught craft beer and a stylish…

  • Foodilic

    Brighton & Hove

    It’s as good for breakfast (£5.85) as for a late dinner, but it’s the eat-till-you-burst buffet of scrumptious healthy fare that packs out this funky…

  • Eric's Fish & Chips

    Norfolk

    Eric's reimagines the classic British chippy in fine north Norfolk trendy style. It has retro menus, bright tiles, bar stools and dishes that breathe…

  • Olive Tree

    York

    Local produce gets a Mediterranean makeover at this bright and breezy bistro. Classic pizza and pasta dishes are complemented by more ambitious recipes…

  • Bustopher Jones

    South Cornwall

    It's been open, closed and open again over recent years, but Bustopher's is back for downtown bistro dining: expect substantial dishes like pan-seared…

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