Must-see restaurants in Great Britain

  • 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…

  • Waterside

    North & West Coast

    In a former waiting room on Kyle's train station platform, this quaint little spot serves reliably delicious fresh fish and shellfish. A big effort is…

  • Route 7 Cafe

    The Cairngorms

    This place, named for the cycle route that passes the door, takes a bit of finding (at the end of the side road that passes Cairngorm Brewery), but is…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Brew Lab

    Edinburgh

    Students with iPads lolling in armchairs, sipping carefully crafted espressos amid artfully distressed brick and plaster, recycled school-gym flooring,…

  • Saramago Café Bar

    Glasgow

    In the airy atrium of the Centre for Contemporary Arts, this place does a great line in eclectic vegan fusion food, with a range of top flavour…

  • Vegetarian Food Studio

    Cardiff

    The best value authentic curry house in Cardiff just so happens to be meat-free too. With North Indian, South Indian and Oriental cuisine, the choice is…

  • 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…

  • 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,…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Langass Lodge Restaurant

    Outer Hebrides

    One of the best restaurants in the Outer Hebrides, Langass Lodge complements the best of local seafood, beef and game with vegetables and herbs grown in…

  • Kylesku Hotel

    North & West Coast

    In this remote lochside location, it's a real pleasure to gorge yourself on delicious sustainable seafood. Local langoustines, squat lobsters and mussels…

  • 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…

  • Café 52

    Aberdeen

    This little haven of laid-back industrial chic – a high, narrow space lined with bare stonework, rough plaster and exposed ventilation ducts – serves some…

  • Inn on the Tay

    Highland Perthshire

    This convivial pub, with its modern bistro-style dining room, makes a great pit stop on the way west to Loch Tay. The menu is simple – salads, burgers,…

  • Silver Darling

    Aberdeen

    The Silver Darling (an old Scottish nickname for herring) is the place for a special meal, housed in a former Customs office at the entrance to Aberdeen…

  • Aizle

    Edinburgh

    If you tend to have trouble deciding what to eat, Aizle (the name is an old Scots word for 'spark' or 'ember') will do the job for you. There's no menu…

  • Three Chimneys

    Skye

    Halfway between Dunvegan and Waterstein, the Three Chimneys is a superb romantic retreat combining a gourmet restaurant in a candlelit crofter’s cottage…

  • Ottolenghi

    North London

    Mountains of meringues tempt you through the door of this deli-restaurant, where a sumptuous array of baked goods and fresh salads greets you. Meals are…

  • La Vigna

    Southern Scotland

    This long-established local favourite is a great spot, seemingly plucked from some bygone age with its quietly efficient service and classy, welcoming…

  • Oliver's

    South Cornwall

    Run by well-respected chef Ken Symons, this little bistro is everyone's tip in Falmouth, but the tiny dining room means you'll have to book well ahead…

  • Bistro Betws-y-Coed

    Snowdonia National Park (Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri)

    Perhaps the best place to eat in town, Bistro Betws offers some interesting adaptations of national staples, such as haddock with Welsh-rarebit crumb…

  • Wreckfish

    Liverpool

    Restaurateur Gary Usher's crowd-funded restaurant is a marvellous example of Modern British cuisine at its best: nothing overly fussy, but everything done…

  • Lime Tree

    Fort William

    Fort William is not over-endowed with great places to eat, but the restaurant at this small hotel and art gallery has put the UK’s Outdoor Capital on the…

  • Delilah Fine Foods

    Nottingham

    Impeccably selected cheeses (more than 150 varieties), pâtés, meats and more from artisan producers are available to take away or eat on-site at this…

  • Loudon's Café & Bakery

    Edinburgh

    Organic bread and cakes baked on the premises, ethically sourced coffee, daily and weekend newspapers scattered about, even some outdoor tables – what's…

  • Kanpai Sushi

    Edinburgh

    What is arguably Edinburgh's best sushi restaurant impresses with its minimalist interior, fresh, top-quality fish and elegantly presented dishes – the…

  • Hamnavoe Restaurant

    Orkney

    Tucked away off the main street, this Stromness favourite specialises in excellent local seafood in an intimate, cordial atmosphere. There’s always…

  • Moonfish Café

    Aberdeen

    The menu of this funky little eatery hidden on a backstreet concentrates on good-quality Scottish produce but draws its influences from cuisines all…

  • Little Fish Cafe

    Isle of Man

    Superb seafood presented in a variety of ways, from hake with mustard and lemon butter to a Kerala-style fish curry. For brunch, the Queenie Po'Boy –…

  • Rogan & Company

    Cumbria & the Lakes

    An affordable way to experience the culinary flair of Simon Rogan, this village bistro focuses on classic British dishes such as pork belly, butter…

  • Riverhill Coffee Bar

    Glasgow

    Chain cafes plaster Glasgow's centre, so it's a joy to come across this tiny place, which offers great coffee and hot chocolate as well as delicious…

  • Exploding Bakery

    Exeter

    Excellent news: one of Exeter's hippest little bakeries has now added half-a-dozen tables, meaning there's even more room to sample superb flat whites,…

  • Loch Bay

    Skye

    This cosy farmhouse kitchen of a place, with terracotta tiles and a wood-burning stove, is one of Skye’s most romantic restaurants and was awarded a…

  • Auld Alliance

    Dumfries & Galloway

    Overlooking the heart of town, this restaurant's cuisine is true to its name, which refers to the historic bond between Scotland and France. Local produce…

  • Boathouse

    Isle of Wight

    Arrive early enough, and you'll see Steephill Cove's fishers (Jimmy and Mark) landing your lunch – the sanded wooden tables here are just steps from the…

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