Must-see restaurants in The United Kingdom

  • 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,…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Causeway Hotel

    County Antrim

    The restaurant at the Causeway Hotel serves an all-day menu of hearty dishes like chowder with wheaten bread, fish and chips, burgers and pasta. The…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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,…

  • Saffron

    Derry (Londonderry)

    Indian restaurants in Ireland tend to be more miss than hit, but Saffron stands out, not only for its fiery curries, rich tikkas and aromatic biryani…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Sawers Deli

    Belfast

    This excellent deli sells gut-busting sandwiches, bagels and wraps made with produce from the store's charcuterie and cheese counter, available to eat in…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Jersey Crab Shack

    Jersey

    As the assorted flotsam and jetsam used in the decor suggests, this place is all about the crab. Crab tacos, crab linguine and crab salad are all present,…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Barony

    Southern Scotland

    A classier option than Biggar's decent pubs, this well-run restaurant features a handsome dining area with exposed stone, candlelight, posh glassware and…

  • Red Roof

    Skye

    Tucked away up a glen, a mile off the main road, this restored 250-year-old byre is a wee haven of home-grown grub. The dinner-only menu, served at 7.30pm…

  • Ski-ing Doo

    The Cairngorms

    A long-standing Aviemore institution, the child-friendly Ski-ing Doo (it’s a pun…ask the waiter!) is a favourite with family skiers and hikers. It's an…

  • An Cala Cafe

    North & West Coast

    This modern cafe occupying the former fishermen's mission building has gingham tablecloths, lots of light and outdoor tables. The menu features ciabatta…

  • Cantina No. 6

    The Channel Islands

    There's a nice buzz to this little place, where locals come for a full English breakfast, and where the pace picks up in the evenings, with excellent…

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