Must-see restaurants in England

  • Fitzbillies

    Cambridge

    Cambridge's oldest bakery has a soft, doughy place in the hearts of generations of students, thanks to its ultrasticky Chelsea buns and other sweet treats…

  • Ye Olde Naked Man

    Yorkshire Dales National Park

    Formerly an undertaker's (look for the 'naked man' on the outside wall, dated 1663), Ye Olde Naked Man serves superb Yorkshire pudding with a choice of…

  • Harry's

    Exeter

    An old staple in central Exeter, Harry's is a good bet for solid, no-fuss dining. The decor is all wooden chairs, blackboard menus and gilt mirrors;…

  • Damn Fine Cafe

    The Midlands & the Marches

    Teeming with locals, this cafe is a handy spot for all-day bacon-and-sausage or vegetarian toad-in-the-hole breakfasts, soup (with a free taster of the…

  • Boat Inn

    The Midlands & the Marches

    A canalside landmark, with picnic tables on the quay, this sociable local pub has a relaxed bistro serving pub classics until 9pm, and a more formal…

  • Vinyl Head Cafe

    Kent

    Located off the beaten track on a quiet road running up from the main drag through town, this groovy community cafe offers great coffee and homemade cakes…

  • Crab Shed

    Isle of Wight

    Lobster pots and fishing boats line the slipway outside a shack that's a riot of sea-smoothed spas, cork floats and faded buoys. Irresistible treats…

  • Wasabi

    Notting Hill & West London

    This bright sit-down and takeaway branch of the superb Japanese sushi and bento chain, has fantastic rice sets, noodles, rolls and salads, all good value…

  • Stockghyll Fine Food

    The Lake District

    For premium Cumbrian cheeses, chutneys, cold cuts, beers and breadsticks, this fine food emporium is impossible to top in Ambleside – and it also does a…

  • Jen Cafe

    The West End

    This is a good choice for cheap, homemade wonton soup and dumplings. And you can be assured of their freshness by looking through the plate-glass window…

  • Zeffirelli's

    The Lake District

    A beloved local landmark, Zeff's is often packed out for its quality pizza and pasta. The £21.75 Double Feature deal includes two courses and a ticket to…

  • Pengenna Pasties

    St Ives

    Our tip for the best pasties in St Ives, handmade on the premises with a controversial top crimp (not the side-crimp that's officially dictated by the…

  • Queen's Head

    The Lake District

    The best choice of several pubs in Hawkshead, with the requisite head-knockingly low ceilings and oak-panelled walls. Decent food plus pleasant four…

  • Museum Cafe

    Exeter

    This is the kind of museum cafe that England does so well. Set inside the Royal Albert Memorial Museum, its bright, galleried space opens out into…

  • Tanroagan

    Isle of Man

    The place for all things from the sea, this elegant restaurant serves fresh fish straight off the boats, giving them the merest of continental twists or…

  • Old Forge Cafe

    Dartmoor National Park

    Run by a fun, friendly husband-and-wife team, this small cafe makes a super spot for a light bite in Chagford, from spanish omelette and chicken-and…

  • Crown Hotel

    Exmoor National Park

    As befits a hotel set right beside Exford's village green, the restaurant at the Crown revels in a country-house vibe, offering twice-baked cheese soufflé…

  • Hooked on the Rocks

    South Cornwall

    This seafood restaurant has a knockout location on the rocks above Swanpool. Go for classic mussels or splash out on a full-blown fruits de mer platter –…

  • Exclusive Cake Co

    Exmoor National Park

    Real rarities stack the shelves here: bread made with Exmoor ale, cheese and wholegrain-mustard; Somerset cider cake; venison and port pie. Note the…

  • Quayside

    Whitby

    Top-notch fish and chips minus the 'world's best' tag line used by nearby competitor the Magpie Cafe – this place is your best bet if you want to avoid…

  • Pots & Pieces

    The Midlands & the Marches

    Browse ceramics and crafts at this tearoom by the marketplace, and choosing from cakes such as lemon drizzle, coffee, and walnut and carrot. Savoury…

  • Notes

    The West End

    An authentic place in a tourist ghetto, Notes has great Brazilian coffee, tea and wine. Come for the lunchtime range of salads, sandwiches, soups and…

  • 14North

    Isle of Man

    An old timber merchant's house is home to this smart restaurant specialising in local dishes including pickled herring, lamb rump and, of course, queenies…

  • Plant Cafe

    Exeter

    Seats are at a premium at this casually cool wholefood cafe. That'll be down to its prime spot overlooking Cathedral Green and its imaginative frittata,…

  • Humble Pie 'n' Mash

    Whitby

    Superb homemade gravy-laden pies with fillings ranging from lamb, leek and rosemary to roast veg and goats cheese, served in a cosy timber-framed cottage…

  • Onshore

    St Ives

    Pizza, pizza and more pizza – plus paella, pasta, risotto and steaks, in case you're not in the mood for something crispy and wood-fired. It's a good…

  • Drum Inn

    Torquay

    This thatched pub, designed by architect Sir Edwin Lutyens, is an atmospheric spot in which to tuck into classy pub grub – think seared sea bass and slow…

  • Jaffé & Neale Bookshop Cafe

    The Cotswolds

    The cosy little cafe in this busy independent bookshop on the main square serves delicious cakes and coffees at tables squeezed between the bookshelves,…

  • Rick Stein's Fish

    South Cornwall

    Rick Stein's fancy fish-and-chips shop now has a Falmouth branch on Discovery Quay. As you'd expect, the fish is of a high standard, but the prices are…

  • Herbies

    Exeter

    Herbies has been cheerfully feeding Exeter's vegetarians and vegans for more than 20 years. Expect the old classics here: Greek vegetable pie, mushroom…

  • Foxes Cafe Lounge

    Cumbria & the Lakes

    Swing by this cool cafe for a pastry and cappuccino or an Apple Refresher smoothie – or better still, settle in for a hearty brunch (available in Full Fox…

  • Cove House

    Dorset

    Extraordinary Chesil Beach views, memorable sunsets and great grub (try the Lyme Bay scallops) in a history-rich fishers' inn.

  • St John Bread & Wine

    Clerkenwell, Shoreditch & Spitalfields

    Offers nose-to-tail traditional British fare (potted pork, devilled kidneys, meaty pies) in a simple, clean and bright space. It also has an excellent…

  • Morrel's

    Keswick

    Probably the best option in Keswick for a sit-down dinner, Morrel's is an attractive restaurant majoring in British bistro-style food. Glossy wood,…

  • Whiddons Bistro

    Dartmoor National Park

    In this old-world tearoom-bistro, traditional tastes rule, with menus full of venison, quail, duck and slow-cooked beef shin. It's all neatly and…

  • La Salle Verte

    Dover

    A much-loved coffee or lunch halt with fascinating black-and-white images of old Dover lining the walls, an intimate cellar and friendly staff. Fills up…

  • Cathedral Cafe

    Exeter

    Tuck into brunches, cakes, quiches and soups at trestle tables in Exeter Cathedral's refectory, surrounded by vaulted ceilings, stained glass and busts of…

  • Old Original Bakewell Pudding Shop

    Peak District

    One of those that claims to have invented the Bakewell Pudding, this place has a lovely 1st-floor tearoom with exposed beams. It serves light meals and…

  • Bramhalls

    The Midlands & the Marches

    A great little locavore deli and cafe, Bramhalls serves stylish light meals and sandwiches, excellent homemade pastries, breads and cold meats, and more…

  • Truffles Delicatessen

    The Midlands & the Marches

    Packed to the rafters with local artisan products (cheeses, breads, chutneys et al), Truffles also has stellar sandwiches, soups and salad boxes to take…

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