Must-see restaurants in Great Britain

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Mythos!

    Southeast Wales

    Exposed beams, stone walls and dramatic lighting make this lively Greek bar and restaurant memorable, but it's the authentic, delicious food that…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Dalmore Inn

    Lowland Perthshire & Kinross

    One of Blairgowrie's most popular eateries, the Dalmore finds inventive ways to present the best of local produce, with dishes such as Arbroath smokie …

  • Nikos Greek Restaurant

    Dumfries & Galloway

    On the main street, it's quite a surprise to find authentic Greek food here in provincial Castle Douglas. The charismatic, welcoming host prepares…

  • 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…

  • Gurkha Corner

    Parc Cenedlaethol Bannau Brycheiniog

    Rustic scenes of the Himalayas brighten the windowless dining room of this friendly Nepalese restaurant. The delicious food dishes – curries, fried rice,…

  • Bar Soba

    Glasgow

    With candles flickering in windows, there's a certain sense of intimacy in stylish Bar Soba, where industrial meets plush. A great stop in the heart of…

  • 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…

  • Bay Tree

    Glasgow

    There are many good cafes along this section of Great Western Road, but the Bay Tree is still a solid choice. It has lots of vegan and vegetarian options,…

  • Chai Street

    Cardiff

    Colourful glass lamps and Bollywood posters set the scene for this zippy little eatery specialising in Indian street food. It doesn't take bookings and it…

  • 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…

  • Manna House Bakery

    Scotland

    This craft bakery and patisserie in an arty industrial space has the creative chops to match, serving up freshly baked bread, colourful sandwiches and…

  • Indiana Cuisine

    Snowdonia National Park (Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri)

    Right opposite the train station, this pink-hued restaurant is surprising on a number of fronts: it has nothing to do with the midwest of the USA; it…

  • 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…

  • No 7 Bistro

    The Cairngorms

    Soothing moss-green decor and friendly service create a relaxed atmosphere in this busy bistro, whose menu includes hearty favourites from seafood chowder…

  • Hideout Cafe

    Leith

    A snug retreat just a block away from Leith Links park, the Hideout serves superb coffee (with some outstanding latte art) and a choice of breakfasts,…

  • Barbarella's

    Peak District

    Black-and-white paisley wallpaper, chandeliers and glossy timber tables make this sleek retro wine bar the hottest drinking den in Buxton, but it's an…

  • Gemelli

    Torquay

    At this snug family-run restaurant, goodies range from authentic pizzas and golden pasta to dishes mixing local produce with a dash of the Med – look out…

  • The Emporium

    Northwest England

    This combination craft shop, bar, cafe and restaurant is one of the most popular spots in town. The excellent menu in the brasserie keeps the focus firmly…

  • Market Bistro

    Norfolk

    A commitment to Norfolk ingredients has won this friendly, family-run bistro heaps of fans. Seasonal specials might include halibut with smoked…

  • Tealicious

    Northeast England

    Inside this quaint pastel-blue and white building, homemade cakes (such as white-chocolate cheesecake or ginger and lime), soups and sandwiches are…

  • Brittania

    Swansea, The Gower & Carmarthenshire

    This plain 18th-century inn may not be the most picturesque on the Gower, but the food is a cut well above average pub grub. Options include a sublime…

  • Dog & Muffler

    Oxford & the Cotswolds

    This lively, locally loved pub dishes up quality grub in giant portions amid wood-beamed ceilings, carpet-covered floors and flowery curtains, and also…

  • New Brewery Arts Cafe

    The Cotswolds

    Drop into this friendly daytime-only cafe, on the upper level of Cirencester’s lively arts centre, for breakfast eggs, toast or pancakes, or for wholesome…

  • Honest Lawyer

    The Lake District

    A popular riverside bistro in the cells beneath Cockermouth's old courthouse. The focus is on honest, hearty British bistro food – nothing too highfalutin…

  • Kingston Arms

    Cambridge

    Great gastropub grub – from roasts to homemade risotto and gourmet sausages – keeps stomachs satisfied at the award-winning Kingston. More than 10 real…

  • Hart's Restaurant

    Nottingham

    Adjacent to Hart's boutique hotel, this contemporary restaurant has a sophisticated cobalt-blue-accented dining room, ultra-attentive service and…

  • Platform

    Glasgow

    This atmospheric series of brick-arched vaults under the railway lines at Central station comes into its own at weekends, when street-food vendors open up…

  • Bon Appetit

    Kent

    The best eatery on Westcliff, this first-rate bistro serves up French-inspired dishes in a simple dining room or with al fresco harbour views. Ingredients…

  • Prufrock Coffee

    Clerkenwell, Shoreditch & Spitalfields

    Not content with being one of the kings of London's coffee-bean scene (it offers barista training and workshops in 'latte art'), Prufrock also dishes up…

  • Fingle Bridge Inn

    Dartmoor National Park

    A more perfect place for a riverside pint you simply could not find. Nestled in the middle of Fingle Woods, on the banks of the River Teign, this…

  • Il Baretto

    The West End

    A tarted-up trattoria that has a loyal local following, Il Baretto specialises in good, wood-fired-oven pizza and such simple Italian dishes as penne with…

  • Gnom

    Glasgow

    An offshoot of a successful food-truck favourite, this Strathbungo cafe offers a short and unusual menu. Inventive savoury creations combine taste and…

  • Bon Vivant

    The West End

    A welcome addition to the dining scene in 'Upper Bloomsbury' is this bistro serving Italian-accented food such as tagliattelles aux truffes (pasta with…

  • Sotto Sotto

    Bath

    The setting – an artfully lit vaulted brick chamber – is superb, and the food matches it for style. Authentic Italian dishes include choices such as herb…

  • Poppies

    North London

    The largest of the three branches of this high-viz chippy serves reliable fish (choose from a half dozen types) and chips to up to 110 diners over two…

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