Nottingham
Down a narrow alleyway, this old-school, beat-spinning hippie hideaway serves vegetarian and vegan dishes like tofu, tempeh and hemp-seed burgers,…
Must-see restaurants in England
Peak District
Opposite the train station, this stone pub warmed by open fires serves real ales and pub standards, such as stews and sausages and mash. There's a kids'…
The West End
Still baking 'chewy biscuits with chunks not chips' (and minting money) after more than three decades, Ben's still has London's attention. There will…
Cumbria & the Lakes
Snacky, filling dishes such as fried chicken, beef pot pie and minute steak and chips are the mainstay at this waterfront Whitehaven cafe. It also does a…
The Lake District
Reliable Italian food, with wood-fired pizzas and authentic pastas partnered by unusual regional fare such as melanzane alla Parmigiana (baked aubergine)…
Brighton & Hove
Little has changed at this wonderfully quaint English tearoom since the mid-20th century. Those who’ve sipped and munched here that long claim the myriad…
Dorset
The pride in local, seasonal produce is palpable at this mellow mill-side eatery. You might find wild garlic fritters served alongside meat from the…
Cambridge
Truffle oil, salsa verde and rosemary jus are the kind of flavour intensifiers you'll find at this friendly but classy neighbourhood bistro where locally…
Cumbria & the Lakes
For a quick all-day breakfast, a proper cottage pie or a lovely omelette, this locals' tip makes a decent lunch stop in Ulverston. It also does an …
The Cotswolds
Tucked into a character-filled 15th-century coaching inn, this hotel restaurant delivers brasserie-style dishes from lunchtime sandwiches to larger plates…
The Lake District
A reliable village bistro, Lewis's eponymous restaurant turns out hearty, classic British bistro dishes – steak, roast lamb, belly pork, sea bass and the…
The West End
Legendary among London carnivores for its mouth-watering and flavour-rich steaks from British cattle breeds, the very masculine Hawksmoor’s sumptuous…
Whitby
An eclectic little diner with stainless-steel counters, Moroccan tiling and kitsch library wallpaper, serving average coffee, huge portions of silky…
The West End
A favourite cafe on Lincoln's Inn Fields, the Fleet is good for lunch (quiche, soup, sandwiches) and for coffee at any time. But weekend brunch is our…
Richmond, Kew & Hampton Court
Adjacent to Wimbledon Windmill, these tearooms can supply tea, caffeine and sustenance after legging it around Wimbledon Common; come for breakfast, pies,…
The Midlands & the Marches
Crêpes, croques monsieur and madame (toasted ham-and-cheese sandwiches, the latter with a fried egg on top), omelettes, and filled croissants and…
The Lake District
This lakeside cafe does a brisk trade from people waiting for the Coniston launches. The usual salads, jacket spuds and sandwiches are on offer and there…
Torquay
No-fuss fish is the order of the day at this small family-run bistro. Superfresh crab, lobster, scallops and cod steaks can be seared, grilled or roasted,…
Cambridge
Flavours of southern Africa meet those of Europe in this fair trade-focused cafe – expect everything from biltong and boboti (a South African meatloaf) to…
Cambridge
'Gardi's' is responsible for the late-night nutrition of a large chunk of the student population, and its walls are plastered with photos of happy…
Cambridge
Ethical coffee, homemade soup, and flavoursome bread, cakes and pies from a wealth of Cambridge producers lift this artsy cafe above the crowd.
Chapters Cathedral Coffee Shop
The Midlands & the Marches
Ensconced in a fine 18th-century house overlooking its 13th-century walled garden on one side and the cathedral on the other, Chapters serves breakfast,…
Chester
One of the busiest spots in town is this bistro-style bar that serves up good burgers, pies and a particularly tasty beer-battered haddock and chips…
South Cornwall
The pick of the Polperro pubs, Three Pilchards is a classic whitewashed kiddleywink with shutters, window boxes and an atmospheric old bar. Sharp's and St…
Brighton & Hove
This ice-cream parlour belongs to the city’s artisanal ice-cream producer, and the sundaes (more than 50 types) are second to none. Freshly cut sandwiches…
Dorset
It's the decked terrace that'll draw you into this old inn – its cracking views out over Blackmore Vale make for a memorable spot to tuck into salads and…
Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Excitable waiters and huge portions of pizza and pasta keep locals queuing at the door of this cheerfully chaotic Jesmond restaurant – get in line and…
Clerkenwell, Shoreditch & Spitalfields
This deli-cafe assembles lip-smacking banh mi (filled baguettes with fillings such as spicy roast duck or crispy pork belly) to eat in or take away, as…
London
With an enormous map of the Iberian peninsula on one wall, there's no doubt you're in a Spanish restaurant. All the usual tapas classics are present and…
The Midlands & the Marches
This venerable vegetarian cafe has a daily changing menu of wholesome veggie bakes, huge salads and homemade cakes, and hosts occasional evening events…
Bloomers Original Bakewell Puddings
Peak District
Bloomers is one of two establishments that claims to be the progenitor of the famous Bakewell Pudding. There's no sit-down dining; head to the pretty…
Dorset
Sample crab sarnies, grilled mackerel, salted caramel hot chocolate and tasty cakes beside picture windows with views of the Fleet Lagoon and Chesil Beach…
South Cornwall
The owners of the Lifebuoy Cafe have branched out with a coffee bar and ice-cream shop, selling delicious Moomaid of Zennor ice-cream.
Peak District
Castleton's most popular purveyor of cream teas, opposite the turn-off to the tourist office, also has filling sandwiches, pies, fish and chips, burgers…
Yorkshire Dales National Park
The fish and chips are average by Yorkshire standards but at least Barkers is conveniently located in Richmond's town square. Takeaway is a better option…
Wiltshire
Sample well-executed, classic pub grub and some of the six local ales at this 14th-century, horse brass–hung pub.
The Lake District
Down a pint with a view of the fells at Traveller's Rest, a Glenridding stalwart. The food might be plain (steaks, pies, mixed grills) but the portions…
The Lake District
Crepes, both savoury and sweet, are the mainstay at this cafe in the middle of Grasmere. Go classic with melted Nutella, or fill yourself up with cheese…
Wiltshire
A veggie and wholefoods cafe on the fringes of Avebury's stone circle that serves homemade quiches and cakes, chunky sandwiches and afternoon teas.
Dartmoor National Park
The perfect moorland refuelling stop: olives and local cheeses sit alongside pasties, pies and tempting cakes. It does takeaway hot drinks, too.
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