UK's Top 100 Restaurants for 2026

The cooking at Wilsons is already exceptional, but factor in its low waste ethos, the smart use of its kitchen garden, and the frankly astonishing prices, and it’s hard to find another restaurant offering so much for so little. Post Michelin star, Wilsons remains steadfastly committed to its sustainable values, which we greatly admire.

Tom Barnes’ first solo restaurant is nothing short of outstanding. Barnes brings a level of technical precision and innovation that matches his alma mater L'Enclume, but delivers it in a more down to earth fashion. Winning a debut Michelin star is testament to it's brilliance, and surely just the start of greater things.

Sat Bains' artistic approach yields brave, unique dishes that celebrate flavours and textures. It's an experience that continues to set standards for seasonal British fine dining. More than 25 years old, but as a confident and inquisitive risk taker, invested in the joys of eating, it shows no signs of slowing down - quite the reverse.

Named for the Guernésiais for seaweed, dressed in furs, and home to Nathan Davies’ clean, confident, tasting menus, Vraic is a memory-making destination restaurant. Seaweed-focused dishes carry echoes of Davies’ time at Ynyshir and SY23, but it’s in a league of its own. Hands down, the best new opening on this list.

Long recognised as one of the country's most influential restaurants, L’Enclume's legendary status hasn't waned - far from it. Simon Rogan's magnum opus remains an exceptional dining experience full of surprises and delights, if you can manage to get a table. No restaurant list would be complete without it.

David and Anette Taylor have crafted an idyllic countryside retreat, lifting up sustainable producers and craftspeople around them with an unwavering commitment to ethical, bio-diverse farming. The resulting tasting menus are a thing of beauty. Perhaps the best all-round restaurant with rooms experience in the UK.

Husband and wife team Daniel and Margriet honed their skills at Petrus and Restaurant Gordon Ramsay, so it’s no surprise this Beaconsfield gastropub nails all the small details, from pitch-perfect service to delicious food. Nestled inside an old coaching inn, it’s bursting with character, too.

Luke French and Stacey Sherwood have taken JÖRO to new heights, relocating this acclaimed restaurant from Sheffield city centre to the picturesque Oughtibridge Mill. With its inspired blend of Nordic and Japanese influences, JÖRO’s seasonally driven tasting menus are a breath of fresh air.

This windswept old cattle barn has been transformed by Cal and Sian Byerley into a truly transcendent destination restaurant. Even the smallest details are executed with watchmaker’s precision, but Pine still manages to be effortlessly charming and relaxed. An incredible achievement.

Mark Birchall continues to blaze a trail at Moor Hall, with unique tasting menus powered by innovation and incredible talent. Much of the restaurant’s produce is grown on the five-acre estate, and almost everything is produced in house from bread and beer to dairy and charcuterie.

Ynyshir’s stunning Snowdonia location and manicured grounds have long been an attraction, but Gareth Ward’s incredible cooking is the real star. Ward brings lots of Japanese influence and a focus on fat and flavour to his food, resulting in one of the UK’s most unique, unmissable restaurants.

Head chef Sam Carter and wife Alex run this Michelin-starred restaurant in a charming Victorian townhouse off Chesterton Road. Interiors are relatively ordinary, but Sam’s cooking is nothing short of transcendent. Expect technically precise, endlessly creative tasting menus that showcase the county's natural larder.

The fourth venture from Stuart Ralston, Lyla offers a culinary journey to its diners, starting with snacks and aperitifs upstairs before descending for a ten-course tasting menu. Foraged and locally grown ingredients play a starring role, making Lyla one of the city’s finest seafood experiences.

With his name over the door of his Michelin-starred restaurant at Coworth Park, Adam Smith’s cooking really is headline-worthy. Smith’s meticulous technique and fondness for luxury ingredients echo his many years at The Ritz, but always with a healthy dose of playfulness thrown in for good measure.

Above the Landrace Bakery in Bath, this unassuming restaurant quietly turns out a concise menu of perfectly executed Mediterranean plates. Expect straightforward, trattoria-style cooking - think fettuccine with venison shoulder ragu and parmesan, and salade Lyonnaise with Devon smoked eel.

Located in the scenic village of Hovingham, Myse serves a modern British tasting menu that draws on North Yorkshire’s rich history. Start with a round of drinks by the log burner in the snug, before embarking on a menu filled with things like duck liver crumpets and braised ox cheek in Yorkshire pudding batter.

Owners Ruth and Oli have created an idyllic ode to the English countryside at this stunning Kent hotel. Dine between terracotta plant pots and trailing vines at Updown Farmhouse’s conservatory restaurant, while the hyper-seasonal menu makes use of local ingredients (including some grown in its garden grounds).

Osip’s relocation to a converted coach house, with its own farmland and a handful of rooms, granted head chef Merlin Labron-Johnson the space to flex his creative muscles. It's pilgrimage-worthy stuff, flying high with an ever-changing menu founded on the precise and technical use of organic and biodynamic ingredients.

Roberta Hall-McCarron’s cosy Bonnington bistro is a nigh on perfect neighbourhood restaurant - homely, comforting and always welcoming. With three and five-course menus focused on British dishes with a French lilt, The Little Chartroom comes bursting with things you’ll want to dive headfirst into.

This 17th-century pub and restaurant serves an affordable yet elevated à la carte menu - and it changes every day. Produce is sourced from the nearby Balcaskie Estate, along with a handful of other local growers, to keep The Kinneuchar Inn's menus seasonal. Hearty but well-judged, this is gastropub cooking at its finest. 

Aktar Islam puts his signature stamp on Indian fine dining at this two Michelin-starred restaurant in Birmingham. His masterful dishes utilise ancient and modern techniques from all over the globe, resulting in innovative tasting menus that push the boundaries of Indian flavours. It's nothing short of spectacular.

With just six tables available per night, dinner at this distillery restaurant is pretty exclusive. The trip is absolutely worth it, though, as Mark Donald’s globetrotting menus are out of this world. Dishes like ‘Bisque-it’ and ‘Foievioli’ give a flavour of what to expect - fun and flavour in equal measure.

An underappreciated Lake District classic. Housed in Wordsworth’s former stamp office, chef Ryan Blackburn delivers fiercely local tasting menus, rooted in Cumbrian history. Foraged flavours, flawless technique and warm, personal service make this Michelin-starred hideaway worth the pilgrimage.

Led by Bury St Edmunds native, chef James Carn, Lark is an intelligent and casual intimate dining restaurant. The menu is built around hyper-seasonal small plates that showcase local produce at its peak, with intuitively judged combinations and easy-going Mediterranean influences.

This perfectly-formed little restaurant just outside Royal Tunbridge Wells serves a compact menu of modern British food that changes every month. A la carte and tasting menus are available, with an immersive chef’s table experience reserved for group bookings. There's also a great value three-course set menu.

Widely hailed as one of the UK’s finest gastropubs, The Angel at Hetton is a beautifully renovated 15th-century inn, where chef Michael Wignall serves up some of the most intricate, modern cookery in the country. Wignall's relentless craft and perfectionism make The Angel a must-visit, especially given the stunning North Yorkshire surroundings. 

Housed beneath the brick arches of a Victorian carriage house, Alex Bond channels the transformative power of fermentation and pickling at Nottingham powerhouse Alchemilla, creating brilliant tasting menus that foreground vegetables and are as innovative as they are delicious.

Leith’s status as a top foodie destination is upheld with the arrival of Dogstar - a modern European bistro by Michelin-starred chef James Murray. Dotted with cute curtains and cosy booths, the warm atmosphere and expertly-cooked seafood will keep you coming back for more.

It may masquerade as a quaint 17th-century inn, but Heft is a formidable restaurant shaped by a deep understanding of its surrounding landscape. Cumbrian-born chef-patron Kevin Tickle fuses local, seasonal and foraged ingredients into a menu defined by skilful simplicity.

Named for a local fishing boat, Argoe is a harbourside tribute to Newlyn’s incredible fishing heritage and produce. Sharing plates focus on Cornish fish and seafood, often cooked over charcoal, served alongside low-intervention, natural and organic wines on tap. Proof that beauty lies in simplicity.

Manchester restaurant Stow is all swagger: hip-hop booming, chefs inches away, and flames roaring from the grill. Knockout cooking includes smoky sausage with pear jam, pillowy milk bread, and a legendary smoked cream tart, but it’s the infectious sense of fun that makes Stow a modern classic.

This casual Stroud bistro serves up old-world charm with its linen-draped tables and second-hand tableware. Dishes take inspiration from French and Italian classics, from steak frites to vitello tonnato. Characterful wines are sourced from small European producers, while a ‘plat du jour’ and set menu make it affordable.

Sitting on the outskirts of Leeds, Bavette is a neighbourhood bistro specialising in simple, honest French cookery. It’s everything a great local should be: deeply comforting, disarmingly good value, with exceptional service to match. You’ll leave more than satisfied, particularly after a few well-priced glasses of wine.

Paul Ainsworth operates a number of restaurants in Cornwall, but this Michelin-starred spot has got to be the jewel in his crown. It serves an exciting, story-led menu that champions locally sourced produce, showcases Ainsworth’s extensive abilities, and comes flecked with creative, often playful, touches.

Ruth Hansom’s debut solo venture is a knockout. Truly a force to be reckoned with, she runs the kitchen all on her own, turning out a showstopping tasting menu, plus a vegetarian equivalent, every evening. The menu spotlights Yorkshire’s best produce, paired with seasonal cocktails and an exceptional wine list.

Vetch has helped push Liverpool’s dining scene into exciting new territory. At the helm, chef Daniel McGeorge delivers a bold, ever-evolving tasting menu where experimentation leads the way. You’re never sure what’s coming next, but each dish lands with precision, originality and just the right amount of surprise.

Located at one of the country’s finest hotels, Shaun Rankin’s eponymous restaurant takes hotel dining to a whole new level, winning a Michelin star just months after opening. Years later and the quality still exudes, with Rankin returning to his roots and showcasing the very best Yorkshire has to offer.

What looks like an unassuming pub is in fact one of Britain’s strongest dining destinations, championing exceptional local produce through quietly brilliant plates. Expect a solid showing of local seafood, from oysters to slip sole, all delivered with Michelin-starred assurance but none of the pomp.

Following a 16-year stint as Fergus Henderson’s right hand man at St John, Jonathan Woolway returned home to Swansea to set up The Shed on the waterfront. Daily-changing menus celebrate bounty from the surrounding areas, partnering with local suppliers to ensure produce is at its peak seasonality.

Offering feel-good factor by the spadeful, this cosy refurbished inn deals in a three-course, daily changing menu for £60. Pies have made the kitchen famous, and if you spot it, we’d recommend the wonderfully comforting layered creamed potato terrine pie, though there’s plenty more to note.

Ideally located in Manchester’s city centre, Higher Ground is the British bistro showcasing everything this little island has to offer. Changing the menu based on seasonality throughout the UK, you can always expect a creative selection of dishes showcasing ingredients from land and sea.

Henry Dobson’s farm-to-table restaurant brings a masterclass in hyper seasonality, quickly claiming its place as one of Edinburgh’s finest. Menus are 100% Scottish, hand-scrawled with notes to show each ingredient’s origin, showcasing quiet brilliance and stacks of creativity.

Meadowsweet offers an intimate dining experience in the heart of Norfolk. Chef Greg Anderson’s regularly changing menus spotlight sustainable British produce, resulting in dishes that feel both thoughtful and unfussy. This is understated cooking done with real care and confidence.

Hyper-seasonal menus and sprawling kitchen gardens are nothing new, but siblings Josh and Holly Eggleton have turned The Pony into something remarkable. The cooking is ingredient led and deeply satisfying, striking that elusive balance between polish and approachability – a masterclass in modern gastropub cooking.

Dongnae is trailblazing a new path for authentic Korean cooking in the UK. Gentle, minimalist interiors frame some extraordinary cooking, from bracing soups to jellyfish salads and joyful Korean BBQ. Smart, generous and proudly original, it confirms Kyu and Duncan as two of the most exciting chefs cooking in Britain today.

The solo debut of Tom Waters, and Cardiff’s first Michelin-starred restaurant, Gorse harks back to memories of coastal holidays in Tenby. A menu rooted in technique and Welsh tradition lets just a handful of ingredients take the limelight, and a simple neighbourhood feel confirms it: Gorse is something very special.

Were The Barn not overshadowed by flagship Moor Hall, it would rightly be talked about as one of the best restaurants in the country. It’s more relaxed, but the attention to detail, conscientious service and top-class produce remain, making this a good way to experience some of the Moor Hall magic without the price tag.

A tiny Scottish village on the edge of the Cairngorms might not seem like an obvious location for one of the UK’s top restaurants, but Fish Shop Ballater’s commitment to community, simplicity and sustainability come together to create something very special: a thoughtful restaurant celebrating the heritage of ethical Scottish fishing.

With former Casamia head chef Zak Hitchman in the kitchen, OTHER is not your average neighbourhood joint. From chicken sesame toast with crab hot and sour mayo to a cult brown butter sourdough doughnut, exhilarating, globetrotting cooking positions Hitchman as a star in the making.

Straightforward in style, Anglocentric, and driven by quality British meat, Winsome arrived on the scene brimming with generous Northern hospitality, enthusiasm, and a whole host of brilliant meats and sauces. Led by ex-Edinburgh Castle chef, it’s got a cool, almost St John-coded air to it, plus a few quirks of its own.

Anything but predictable, The Wilderness thrives on pushing boundaries. The menu is playful, eccentric and unafraid of unusual pairings, all in service of creating something memorable. Matched with a rock and heavy metal soundtrack, it won’t be for everyone, but it’s an experience that lingers long after the final course.

What better places to enjoy an extravagant 20-course tasting menu than within the historic Grade-I listed garden on the Leonardslee Estate? Head chef Jean Delport’s adventurous menus make the most of the local bounty, with impeccable service and expert wine pairings that set Interlude apart from the masses.

Ben Wilkinson’s Michelin-starred restaurant is nothing short of sublime. A glass wall separates the 28-cover dining room from the kitchen, so diners can watch the team in action while dishes are served by the chefs who made them. Clean, concise, and perfectly-balanced plates are impossible to fault.

Housed in a striking Grade II listed Georgian mansion, Furna is arguably Brighton’s most compelling fine dining destination. Chef Dave Mothersill’s menu takes cues from Asian cooking, but the menu remains fluid and seasonal. The result? A dining experience that feels both refined and full of energy.

Described as a dinner house, Big Counter dishes out unfussy comfort food and old-school favourites on Glasgow's Victoria Road. The menu is subject to daily change, though chefs John Dawson and Claire Johnston’s cooking reliably offers bistro-style plates founded on comfort, personality and conviviality.

Tommy Banks has taken a former pub and transformed it into one of York’s greatest restaurants to date. This Michelin-starred spot centres around seasonal ingredients grown and foraged on the family farm, while modern dishes never stray too far away from the chef’s Yorkshire roots.

From serving butties and hosting monthly pop-ups, to taking up a prime piece of Headingley real estate, The Swine Bistro shows a new era for Jo and Stuart Myers. This neighbourhood joint is a true favourite amongst locals, complete with produce-led menus and a rather stellar Sunday roast.

Seasonality’s menu is as varied as it is assured, moving effortlessly from mushroom soup with mushroom granola to Szechuan beef short rib stuffed with shiitake. While dishes change often, consistency is unwavering, thanks to the steady hands of husband-and-wife team Wesley and Francesca Smalley.

This Michelin-starred spot in Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter centres around an open kitchen, providing diners with an element of theatre as they watch the chefs prepare their food. Focused on relaxed fine dining, head chef and owner Gareth McCaughey uses the best local ingredients to create his inspired tasting menus.

The Abbey Inn balances traditional pub warmth with ambitious farm-to-table cooking. Rooted in sustainability and guided by Tommy Banks’ sharp culinary instinct, the menu elevates homestyle dishes through inventive techniques, charcoal grilling and outstanding local produce, much of it sourced from Banks’ family farm.

Head chef Paul Leonard translates the Cumbrian landscape into a series of intriguing tasting menus at this gothic mansion hotel in the Lake District. Many ingredients used across The Forest Side menus are sourced from the kitchen gardens and surrounding area, while the dining room looks out over the Lakeland Fells.

Housed in a remote cottage up the Whinlatter Pass, 1,000 ft up in the Lake District, The Cottage in the Wood combines cosy charm with stunning woodland views. Modern European tasting menus reflect Beth and Jack Bond’s passion for this landscape.

Setting the bar for what makes a brilliant gastropub, The Greyhound Inn has all the charm of your local boozer, whilst serving up top-tier restaurant-quality food. Succinct, seasonal menus offer everything from bar snacks to three-course feasts, with daily specials handwritten on the chalkboard.

Popular for its veggie-forward, produce-led formula, Root is like stepping into a colourful greenhouse, brimming with charred cabbage, pickled turnips and rich, braised greens. With its new spacious site in Bath's Shires Yard, this West Country powerhouse shows no signs of slowing down.

Housed above his father’s jewellery shop, Tom Shepherd’s eponymous restaurant is one of the hottest seats in Staffordshire. If you’re lucky enough to snag a table at the county’s only Michelin starred restaurant, expect a seven-course tasting menu of innovative, flavour-led dishes.

From within the former forge of the Middleton Lodge Estate, head chef Jake Jones delves deep into Yorkshire’s landscape with assertive, six- and ten-course tasting menus. Running alongside vegan and vegetarian menus, the cooking at Forge puts sustainability in focus, using produce from the estate’s own kitchen garden.

In a small sepia toned dining room on Hove’s high street, the two-Michelin-starred Da Terra chef, Rafael Cagali, and longtime protege Ewan Waller, serve up a breezier neighbourhood-style take on Brazilian-Italian dining. Sauces are slick, flavours are staggering, and Mare leaves enough room for fun.

Taking up residence in a converted warehouse, Waterman is all about no frills, affordable dining, bringing contemporary, Italian-led fare to the people of Belfast. Pop by for set menus, Sunday roasts, or an after dark menu of snacks and desserts, with local serves to wash everything down.

Accommodating just eight guests at a time, Gwen is an intimate dining experience from the Michelin-starred mind of Ynyshir chef Gareth Ward. Set in Machynlleth, head chef Corrin Harrison turns out innovative but affordable courses that illustrate exceptional culinary flair and quality Welsh produce. 

The setting is almost as breath-taking as the food at this 14th-century Manor House, which also just happens to live in one of England’s prettiest villages. Executive chef Robert Potter is revered for his precision and extraordinary flavours, both of which are on full show at Michelin-starred Bybrook.

This immersive Cotswolds chef’s table is a proper experience, as 12 guests gather around a roaring fire for a few hours of coal-fired theatre. Ben Chamberlain orchestrates eleven dramatic courses, from smoked venison tartare to a coal-seared baked Alaska. If you’re looking for unique food experiences, Wild is a must-visit.

A great restaurant requires a stellar team, and The Black Swan’s is second to none. Owned by chef patron Tommy Banks, the kitchen is led by the rare talent Alice Powers. It helps that she has access to some of the best produce around, with ingredients sourced from the family farm, kitchen garden and surrounding area.

If the Farlam Hall Hotel’s 600-year history wasn’t enough to dazzle you, then chef patron Hrishikesh Desai’s seven-course tasting menus will certainly do the trick. Drawing on classic French techniques, as well as Desai’s Indian heritage, you can expect exceptional cooking via long or short format tasting menus.

If you’re hunting for a cool small plates spot in Newcastle, Long Friday should be on your list. Sister restaurant to Cook House by Anna Hedworth, this West Jesmond gem is perfect for long lunches, a spontaneous al fresco glass of wine, or any occasion that merits genius plates like Belgian waffles with cods roe.

Driven by the seasons, Oli Martin's Aven transforms locally sourced Lancashire produce into extraordinary tasting menus. Enhanced with foraged ingredients from the surrounding area, very affordable tasting menus showcase innovative techniques to rediscover and celebrate the finest Northwest flavours.

You’ll find Michelin-starred Olive Tree in the surprisingly spacious basement of the Queensberry Hotel. Having cut his teeth working under Michael Caines and Heston Blumenthal, chef Chris Cleghorn brings imagination and faultless precision to an array of versatile tasting menus that reimagine classic flavours.

A charming Italian osteria housed in a former Ashburton bank, Emilia offers daily-changing menus inspired by dishes from the Emilia-Romagna region. With one large table and a few bar seats available, it serves flavourful, generously priced dishes, including house-made pasta and daily offal specials.

Having spent seven years at The Fat Duck, chef Nick Rudge brings a wealth of experience to his latest venture, The Jackdaw. Here, tasting menus showcase beautiful Welsh produce, drawing on tradition to create modern dishes featuring Welsh salt duck, lamb cawl, and ingredients like afal enlli - an extremely rare Welsh apple.

Setting up in a Baltic Quarter warehouse, Manifest might sound a little chilly, but it's anything but. Manifest's clever British cooking and carefully-sourced wines are served with warmth and generosity. It's small, with just six tables and a counter - proof that great things come in small packages.

The debut restaurant from chef and author Maria Bradford, Shwen Shwen has landed to resounding applause. Named for the Krio for ‘fancy’, it’s home to sublime Afro-fusion and Sierra Leonean dishes that marry West African spices, often scarce in the UK, with Bradford’s modern vision, heritage, and storytelling.

Situated on the edge of Weymouth Harbour, the tasting menus at Catch are shaped by what the day boats bring in, so much so that the name of the boat and its skipper are noted under each dish. Seafood is sourced directly from the Dorset coast, cooked simply, and served at a frankly remarkable pricepoint. 

Riverine Rabbit blends Ash and Erin Valenzuela-Heeger’s South African roots with seasonal British produce. Known for its creative small plates and commitment to sustainable sourcing, this affordable gem has quickly gained recognition for its exceptional cuisine and intimate on-trend atmosphere.

Raising the bar for Brighton's Spanish dining scene, Amari's singular, breezy brand of Spanish hospitality smacks of sunnier shores and upmarket pintxos bars. Run by chef Iain Swainson, formerly of The Samling and The Pass at South Lodge, classics like croquettas, jamon Iberico, and suckling pig steal the show. 

Ardfern is a true neighbourhood gem, bringing a softer, slower rhythm to Edinburgh’s dining scene compared to neighbouring The Little Chartroom. Roberta Hall McCarron’s influence still sings, with seasonal small plates you can’t help but devour, alongside countless by-the-glass options that'll have you planning your next visit.

Set on the Deal beachfront, The Blue Pelican blends European and Japanese techniques with a classy, daring and sometimes experimental menu of small plates, grill dishes, and sharers. It’s gorgeous too, showcasing the exceptional talent of co-owner and ex-Wallpaper Design Editor Alex Bagner.

Neil Bentinck’s Skosh has grown a bit of a cult following over the years. More than a decade since it opened, that admiration shows no sign of wavering. Menus are rather eclectic, offering a globe-trotting melange of inventive snacks and seamless small plates that demonstrate some serious skill. 

With a fierce agenda towards affordable fine dining, 670 Grams is chef Kray Treadwell’s playful, high-energy take on the modern tasting menu. Served in the former Birds Custard factory, surrounded by graffiti, globally informed dishes are polished and inventive, never tipping into gimmickry.

Ten years in, Tom Kerridge’s The Coach remains a confident local gastropub given the Michelin star treatment. From smoked haddock Scotch eggs to indulgent chicken Kyiv, the kitchen turns out well-judged classics. Add playful desserts, a £20 lunch set menu, cheerful service, and a happy, local vibe, and it’s a Marlow must.

Gloriosa is a modern, bright and breezy restaurant celebrating the joys of Mediterranean cooking. Alongside a wine list that champions small-scale independents, chef Rosie Healey (formerly of Alchemilla) celebrates the breadth of the Mediterranean repertoire from grilled sardines to ricotta gnudi. The results are glorious.

Tomás Gormley is a titan in the industry, having earned himself a Michelin star before the age of 30. His latest venture, Cardinal, is a duly ambitious tasting menu experience. Don’t be intimidated by its dark, moody interiors - there are no airs and graces here, just a welcoming space where the food takes centre stage.

On paper, The Victoria is a welcoming gastropub serving comforting British classics, but in reality, head chef Daniel Lee’s cooking is a grade (or three) above typical pub fare. Menus are perfectly executed and full of surprises, from crispy pigs head to caramelised apple crumble rice pudding. Naturally, it does an excellent Sunday roast.

A fresh-faced Somerset restaurant by chef Sam Lomas, Briar offers a hyper-local, seasonal menu in a warm, friendly setting. Located within Bruton's Number One hotel, it features unfussy, thoughtfully crafted dishes made with West Country ingredients, foraged items, and produce from a small kitchen garden.

Neighbourhood small plates restaurants are two a penny. Bench is not. Breaking down the divide between bar and kitchen, Bench delivers casual small plates and natural wines with superior skill and judgement to create a relaxed communal dining experience where conversation (and natural wine) flow freely.

Blessed with views of Lake Windermere, Henrock's hyper-seasonal tasting and set menus showcase influences from Hong Kong and Thailand. It’s under the aegis of Simon Rogan, following his signature farm-to-fork philosophy using ingredients from his nearby Cartmel farm to offer confident pan-Asian cooking.

A welcome addition to Bristol from the team behind BANK in Totterdown, Lapin brings Parisian bistro energy, a modern take on classic French cookery, and a solid wine list to match. Underscored by sharp technique and local produce, expect buzzy service, without a hint of chaos.

Proudly embracing the calling to represent the brilliance of British seafood and quality local produce, The Suffolk does just that, executed in a straightforward fashion and with technical skill. Set directly on the seafront, with al fresco seating overlooking the ocean, what more could you ask for?

This well-respected Indian restaurant in Leeds has a vast menu with a special focus on Keralan cuisine. With over 20 years under its belt, Tharavadu continues to celebrate Kerala’s rich culinary heritage, highlighting the region’s historic trade influences through a beautifully crafted menu that stays true to India’s coast.

‘Seasonal small plates’ is the top-line at Belzan, but we’d argue that it’s much more than this. The portions are generous, the room is cosy, and in true Scouse style, the kitchen throws out the rule book and chucks whatever they fancy on the menu - be it Guinness rarebit potatoes or delicious devilled eggs. 

Brought to you by restaurateurs Nigel Sutcliffe and James McLean, The Oarsman embodies everything we love about gastropubs. Bistro-style dishes come accompanied by small plates from the charcuterie and larder counters, while more wine options than you could ever need guarantee a perfect match.

This iconic York hotel brings timeless glamour and elegant European menus, championing seasonal British produce and the very best of Yorkshire’s larder. Kevin Bonello’s tasting menus play on the city’s heritage with the kind of meticulous precision you’d expect for a restaurant of this calibre.