Must-see restaurants in England

  • Wild Thyme

    The Cotswolds

    This little 'restaurant with rooms' thrills palates with top-notch creative dishes packed with flavour, such as asparagus and goat's cheese risotto or…

  • Club Gascon

    London

    Marble walls, white linen and exceedingly professional staff lend an old-fashioned gentlemen's-club feel to this Michelin-starred restaurant. Dishes from…

  • Launceston Place

    Kensington & Hyde Park

    This exceptionally handsome, superchic Michelin-starred restaurant is almost anonymous on a picture-postcard Kensington street of Edwardian houses…

  • Fat Duck

    Oxford & the Cotswolds

    Arguably the most famous restaurant in the country, the Fat Duck is the flagship property of whiz-bang chef Heston Blumenthal. A pioneer of ‘molecular’…

  • Ox Club

    Leeds

    Arguably the best restaurant in Leeds (or at least, the best without a Michelin star), Ox Club occupies an intimate, minimalist space and champions local…

  • Knitsley Farm Shop & Cafe

    Northeast England

    It's worth stopping off 12 miles northwest of Durham en route to Northumberland National Park and Hadrian's Wall to stock up on Knitsley Farm Shop's…

  • Allotment

    Dover

    Dover’s best dining spot plates up local fish and meat from around Canterbury, seasoned with herbs from the tranquil garden out back, for breakfast, lunch…

  • Riley's Fish Shack

    Northeast England

    Steep timber stairs lead from East St to the beach and this rustic, tucked-away shack. Phenomenal local seafood underpins wood-fired dishes from wraps to…

  • Kanada-Ya

    The West End

    In the debate over London's best ramen, we're still voting for this one. With no reservations taken, queues can get impressive outside this tiny and…

  • Iydea

    Brighton & Hove

    Even by Brighton’s high standards, the food at this multi-award-winning vegetarian cafe is a treat. The daily-changing choices of curries, lasagnes,…

  • Parkers Arms

    Northwest England

    This unspoilt village pub is where you'll find the simply exceptional cooking of terroir chef Stosie Madi. She's best known for her superb pies, but her…

  • Wyatt & Jones

    Kent

    Broadstairs’ best gastronomical offering is this contemporary British restaurant just a few steps off the beach. Savour unashamedly local dishes such as…

  • Bay Horse

    Northeast England

    It's well worth the 19-mile trip east of Barnard Castle to this 15th-century coaching inn in the pretty riverside village of Hurworth-on-Tees, but book…

  • Corbridge Larder

    Northeast England

    Gourmet picnic fare at this fabulous deli includes bread, over 100 varieties of cheese, chutneys, cakes, chocolates and wine (you can get hampers made up)…

  • Town House

    Southeast England

    The only thing that rivals the 16th-century Florentine gilded-walnut ceiling in this compact and very elegant eatery is the sparkling atmosphere and…

  • Bay Horse Inn

    Northwest England

    One of Lancashire's best spots for exquisite local dishes is this handsome pub 6 miles south of Lancaster. Chef Craig Wilkinson displays his locavore…

  • Mizen Head

    Northumberland Coast

    Bamburgh's best place to eat and/or stay is this stunning restaurant with rooms. Local seafood – lobster, mussels, crab, salmon, squid and more – is the…

  • Star & Garter

    South Cornwall

    At the top of the old High St among antique shops and health-food stores, this ancient old boozer has been reincarnated as a gourmet gastropub focusing on…

  • 20 Stories

    Manchester

    The most anticipated opening of 2018 was this rooftop restaurant atop a 20-storey tower, marshalled by local star Aiden Byrne (formerly of Manchester…

  • St John

    Clerkenwell, Shoreditch & Spitalfields

    Around the corner from London's last remaining meat market, St John is the standard-bearer for nose-to-tail cuisine. With whitewashed brick walls, high…

  • No 8 Bistro

    York

    A cool little place with modern artwork mimicking the Edwardian stained glass at the front, No 8 offers a day-long menu of top-notch bistro dishes using…

  • Waterside Inn

    Oxford & the Cotswolds

    From the moment the uniformed valet greets you until the last tray of petit fours is served, this three-Michelin-starred riverfront restaurant is…

  • Refuge by Volta

    Manchester

    Manchester's snazziest dining room occupies one half of The Refuge, one of the city's best bars. The menu is made up of voltini, sharing plates with…

  • White Horse & Griffin

    Whitby

    This splendid old coaching inn is as old as Captain Cook, and indeed the man himself used it as a meeting place to fix his crews in the 17th century…

  • Wheelhouse

    South Cornwall

    Hidden down a narrow alley off Church St, this tiny, nautically themed backstreet shellfish bar is all about the hands-on seafood experience: crab,…

  • Cochon Aveugle

    York

    Black-pudding macaroon? Strawberry and elderflower sandwich? Blowtorched mackerel with melon gazpacho? Fussy eaters beware – this small restaurant with…

  • Paris House

    Oxford & the Cotswolds

    On the Woburn Estate, Paris House is a handsome, black-and-white, half-timbered structure to which the 9th duke of Bedford took a shine while visiting the…

  • Broad Chare

    Newcastle-upon-Tyne

    Spiffing English classics and splendid cask ales are served in the dark-wood bar and mezzanine of this perfect gastropub. Starters such as crispy pig ears…

  • Stone's Bakery

    South Cornwall

    Freshly baked loaves line the window like pieces of art at this gorgeous bakery, which focuses on traditional hand-shaped rustic loaves – the tangy…

  • Rugglestone Inn

    Dartmoor National Park

    Just one pint at this wisteria-clad pub is enough to make you want to drop everything and move to Dartmoor. It's a classic wood-beamed, low-ceilinged, old…

  • Mannion & Co

    York

    Expect to queue for a table at this busy bistro (no reservations), with its convivial atmosphere and selection of delicious daily specials. Regulars on…

  • Duck & Waffle

    London

    London tends to have an early bedtime, but Duck and Waffle is the best restaurant that's ready to party all night. Survey the kingdom from the highest…

  • Trullo

    North London

    Trullo's daily homemade pasta is delicious (pappardelle, fettuccine), but the main attraction here is the charcoal grill, which churns out the likes of…

  • Rock Salt

    Plymouth

    Local boy Dave Jenkins has worked wonders at his little brasserie, which has deservedly built up a loyal local following and scooped up foodie awards. It…

  • Oli’s Thai

    Oxford

    This tiny Thai restaurant is a bit of a trek from town, a mile down Iffley Rd, but it’s absolutely worth the effort. The short menu changes frequently,…

  • Mackie Mayor

    Manchester

    This restored former meat market is now home to a superb food hall with a fine selection of 10 individual traders. The pizzas from Honest Crust are divine…

  • George & Dragon

    Yorkshire Dales National Park

    A mile and a half west of Richmond, the George & Dragon is a genuine local pub, owned and managed by the community. It serves a small menu of freshly…

  • Dishoom

    Notting Hill & West London

    Dishy Dishoom is not only a delightful art deco–style treat and a delicious picture to behold, but also serves some of the finest Indian food in London…

  • The View

    South Cornwall

    The name says it all. This restaurant sits in a stunning position on the cliffs above Whitsand Bay, offering an amazing panorama of Rame Head and the…

  • Kiln

    The West End

    Crowned the UK's best restaurant in 2018, this tiny Thai grill cooks up a storm in its long, narrow kitchen, overseen by diners on their stools. The short…

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