The best restaurants United Kingdom

In 1672, the holy lamb term (blessed lamb) reflected connections between the pub and the cathedral. Today, The Lamb Hotel has preserved its former public house. On the map, a wide selection of steaks and burgers and an avid selection of struck!

Dim Sum, Thai curries, nems, mushroom salad and bamboo, this restaurant puts water in your mouth as soon as the menu is read. The chef awakens your taste buds and prepares tasty Thai cuisine. Little more, we are served in a bright room and discreetly decorated with painted bamboo. Also sold to take. 

The Lion & Lobster has everything to please and offers an excellent food ad. He has even received awards for his cuisine based on ingredients from local producers. Its roof terrace and long, lively wooden bar make it one of the local people's favourite meeting places, which appreciate its relaxed, informal and friendly atmosphere. And we have to say that so do we. Long list of wines and champagne, wide choice of traditional beers. It's really a must in the area. It is one of the oldest pubs in Brighton, just by the sea.

Cocktails, glass glasses and bottled of beer are on the map of this lounge bar, located in Ocean Village, on Southampton Harbour. We're going to start the evening on the water in a lively atmosphere, sipping colorful and colourful snacks.

You like to mix everything around you, you will love this coffee specialist of milkshakes and smoothies. Colourful and very lively, the place is very popular with students who get a sandwich while enjoying the delicious blend of the chef.

Discreetly tucked into a corner of Boyce's Avenue, this gastro-pub serves fine cuisine, which makes the most of seafood. The rooms are open for dinner in a chic atmosphere, or simply to drink a pint in the bar or on the large wooden tables. An excellent address!

Sue prepares in front of you delicious baguette, which it serves with a smile. You can take a walk or eat lunch in the small garden. For the greatest appetite, try the traditional «pasties» and «potatoes jackets».

The Green Room is a café next to the Black Box concert hall. A popular place for young people and artists from all walks of life. Nice and simple decoration, friendly staff. People come here to work, write, chat. The place always lends itself to creative effervescence. On the menu, the food is home-made, as natural as possible. And so are the pizzas and sauces! The soup of the day is usually a real treat. There is entertainment almost every night at this cultural and foodie venue in Belfast.

Coco is a cosy bar-restaurant with walls decorated with paintings by contemporary artists (often for sale) that give the place an arty touch. A few iron pillars nicely divide the space, but the place is unpretentious. It gives pride of place to the clientele who flock there and that's what makes its charm. And above all, the menu which changes every season to offer the best ingredients of the moment. To make matters worse, the service is smiling and the wine list is excellent. A great address in Belfast.

A must-visit restaurant in Belfast for all lovers of fresh, local, sea-fresh flavours. The restaurant is located next to Kelly's Cellars pub, on one of the most typical squares in the Northern Irish city. Here you will find a bistro atmosphere, with benches and slates on the walls to ensure a warm atmosphere. On the menu, you can choose between a few dishes of the day, in addition to the seafood usually offered. The cuisine is very Irish and hearty, with good value for money.

Built around a bar and a restaurant, the Hell Cat Maggies is a very nice place, with high or low tables, sofas or chairs... The food is of good quality and there is something for all tastes. We like to try the caramelized pork with onions and sausages or, more lightly, the goat cheese and ratatouille pie. Desserts, hearty sandwiches, soups or small original dishes to nibble on are also available for a break at any time of the day. Good cocktails too.

In the vicinity of the cathedral, this vast modern restaurant will appeal to lovers of tapas and other Spanish delicacies. The place is very popular for its terrace (certainly the largest in the city) on Cotton Court, a place where it is good to linger, especially in good weather! If the weather is not good, you can always take refuge inside, where the setting is relaxing and friendly. In short, an ideal address to escape while sharing small dishes or an excellent paella while drinking a bottle of Rioja. Olé!

Banquettes, metal pipes running to the ceiling and an excellent view of the river... The interior of the red-brick building, modern, bright and airy, is immediately appealing. In summer, the terrace (as large as the restaurant), which adjoins the water and overlooks the gardens, is crowded with beer-drinkers until late at night. Vegetarian menu, lunches, snacks or dinners, pub or restaurant (upstairs), there's something for every taste, the main thing being the pleasant location.

The restaurant is located in the lobby of a former bank, a majestic space with a glass dome from which hangs the largest crystal chandelier in Ireland, it is said. Painted ceilings, carved and gilded woodwork, Corinthian columns, vaulted ceilings and scrolls, Victorian-inspired pink furniture... it's all there and there's only one word to describe this luxurious establishment: impressive. The food is classic and renowned, of Irish, British and French inspiration. But always of very good quality.

With its red and black terrace overlooking the street, the Barking Dog is immediately an eye-catcher. This impression is confirmed inside, which is also charming and very original, at once gleaming chic and deliciously rustic. You can enjoy copious and diverse dishes from a menu that changes regularly according to the seasons and the chef's desires, always well inspired. The result is very convincing and honours the Irish terroir. A restaurant that has won many awards. And it is easy to understand why!

This restaurant is very well known in Belfast and offers an original menu with the flavours of modern bistro cuisine. It is located in a square, high-ceilinged warehouse, without any partition and decorated with surprising and colourful materials. Lamps, tables, fabrics, photos, pipes and seats are mismatched and disparate... It is undoubtedly one of the trendiest places in Belfast and the cuisine is very well thought out: squid with aioli sauce and chilli jam, grilled duck and whiskey sauce purée, chicken cassoulet and chorizo with three beans..

Vegetable Tarte Tatin, fromage blanc and honey mousse; salmon filet with spinach, malt and orange sauce, shrimps and tomatoes; steak flambéed with whiskey, corn and black pepper cream... The restaurant's menu is very original and all dishes are absolutely delicious. You can eat in furnished booths, wooden benches and flowery fabrics, discreet gas lighting, friendly and very helpful staff. It is rural and chic at the same time. The products are local and the salmon is caught in the Bush river in front of the hotel.

Impossible to pass by without Dungannon casting a look (you can always a drink, but the bar is separated from the impressive dining room) in Viscounts. In a church, the restaurant focuses on the medieval atmosphere with armour of knights, swords, spears tournaments and banners, the all of stained-glass windows and a second room mezzanine under the high ceiling. The planted decor makes its small effect and the place is often crowded on weekends. The menu offers a modern and international cuisine that is only provided in local produce.

An excellent address, a former xixe Relais Inn, which offers the most attractive interior, all in plain wood and in a corner. The rooms (pub, bistro and restaurant) are mostly full, because people sometimes move away from Balloo, renowned throughout Ireland and crowned with many prizes. The kitchen is original and fine, based on fresh and local produce (shells St-Jacques sauce, Strangford Lough eel, Strangford Lough eel) and reasonable prices for the special quality of the dishes.

Percy (named local composer William Percy French) at the entrance to the imposing Slieve Donard Hotel, on the edge of Newcastle beach. The building offers a huge and no less warm space inside with its bar (and a wooden terrace) and the dining room. Chef Alan Murdock with a gourmet cuisine.

Run by the same family since 1996, the Fiddler's is an institution in the village. Its beautiful flowered facade and its large terrace are unmistakable, preceding a room that could not be more typical and faithful to tradition. The good dishes honour the national terroir, both meat and fish, and are beautifully cooked. The bar has an endless supply of single malts and some goodreal ales. The same owners also have a B&B: Oakdale Rooms, located nearby.

It's THE local channel, a real institution in Oxford. There are three establishments spread out in the city, impossible to miss their black and white front, imitation cow. Ice cream, coffee and cakes are the main products served, but bagels and salads can also be eaten. Food is cooked from local products, transported by bicycle, to limit carbon emissions. A channel yes, but fair and friendly.

Harbour Fish & Chips is ideally located on St Ives harbor. Fish and seafood are locally caught and served either grilled or breaded (the traditional Fish & Chips). You can choose the fish on your plate: cod, haddock, sea bass, hake, lemon sole, mackerel... Everything is crunchy, melt-in-your-mouth, nicely presented, and surprisingly light for a fish & chip. To be enjoyed with a Cornish ale. A great option for a typical, local lunch!

The Established Coffee is one of the first trendy coffee shops to open in Belfast, renewing the local offer. The minimalist and industrial decoration reminds us of the Nordic countries. When you order, several beans are available, and you can choose the dosage... The coffees from Costa Rica, Ethiopia or El Salvador make you travel. And if you are lost, you can count on the friendly waiters to advise you. To accompany your cup: toast, homemade granola, delicious pastries and some more substantial seasonal dishes.

Brickwork is a bar (where they serve good cocktails) and a restaurant. This restaurant is not necessarily a must in Derry but it is a good place to eat street food and local dishes with an Asian influence. Some suggestions to remember: the terikyaki chicken, the beer battered cod or the vegetarian curry. The choice of side dishes is very large, as often in Northern Ireland. Prices at lunchtime are very reasonable, it is a little more expensive in the evening when you can listen to live music.

If you are staying in Portrush for a few days and are tired of having dinner every night in the Ramore chain, Saffron is a nice alternative. This Indian restaurant may not look like much, but it offers real Indian food, with an impressive choice of dishes and very reasonable prices. Naan, dal, masala, curry, biryani, no speciality is missing. The owner is charming and smiling. The locals are not mistaken and are numerous in the evening in this small colored room.

After a few years of food-trucking a few meters from the famous Chaussée des Géants, Emma and Jo opened their snack-boutique in 2022. But the formula hasn't changed! They offer several original and surprising grilled cheese recipes (cheese, salami and apple jelly, for example). The sandwiches are prepared live. They are made with love from local produce and quality bread. For those with a sweet tooth, take the soft cookie sandwich with ice cream for dessert. A must!

Very lively, with a judicious selection of good dishes! Hearty salads, fine grills, seafood... With its Art Deco ambience and banquet-style tables, this address offers an inviting setting. Indulge in lasagne or grilled salmon with hollandaise sauce... There's a fine wine list with classics and a few more "exceptional" wines, such as a Petrus. There's also a wide selection of digestifs: cognac, armagnac, calvados, liqueurs, whiskies and more. Enthusiasts are in for a treat!

Behind this ordinary storefront lies a Japanese canteen offering fresh, light and authentic delights. Specializing in noodles and sushi, ICHIBAN is also renowned for its okonomiyaki, popular Japanese savory cabbage pancakes served with seafood and pickled vegetables. It's a pleasure to discover or rediscover Japanese gastronomy. Good service, despite occasional organizational problems... It's best to be patient, especially if it's busy.

This country pub serves refined dishes, prepared with local products. In the summer, the focus is on seasonal fruits and vegetables. Melon as a starter, roasted apricots, tomato salad, broccoli wok with soy sauce Vegetables to accompany a selection of meats and fish such as chicken, pork, steak tartare... Platter of local cheeses. Very good dessert with original flavours such as vanilla and rose pannacotta. Good service. You can enjoy a superb fire in the fireplace.

Charming bistrot bistro, which does not prevent plates from being well filled by a chef who plays his role with plume. Among other things, we offer baking oysters with leeks, smoked salmon, brioche or a melting of mushrooms to brandy.

A relaxed bistro atmosphere and French cuisine with a pleasant Welsh twist, in this Côté Brasserie restaurant with impeccable service. You'll come for breakfast, lunch or dinner. There's plenty of choice for vegetarians, vegans and gluten-free eaters. French and Welsh flavors are well blended, such as the mushroom and camembert ravioli. An excellent value for money meal. A second restaurant of the same name is located in the city center.

It is hidden behind Princes Street, away from the tourist life. Original decorative elements (dating from 1862) have been preserved, in particular the mosaics recounting moments of life in the 19th century. Seafood has been enjoyed within these walls since Victorian times! Among other fish dishes and beautiful seafood dishes, the house's specialty remains oysters, served fresh on its bed of ice, with lemon. One of the most beautiful pubs in Edinburgh and in that respect, it deserves a break!

Award winning cuisine on a national scale. An establishment where a good fire fire. Paintings and antiques. The chef guarantees delicious cuisine and a wide choice of desserts accompanied by best malt.

If you don't know where to start your day in the Cathays district, this elegant artisan bakery, with its unmistakable yellow façade, prepares tasty and creative brunches. We're convinced by the avocado toast with poached eggs, cinnamon rolls and banana bread. It's beautiful and good! You can also simply drop in for lunch, or take advantage of snack time to indulge in one of the many pastries on offer, accompanied by tea or coffee. It's a real treat and a pleasure to return.

Vegetarian Indian Restaurant, offering specialities from southern India, Punjab and Gujarat mainly. The dishes are rather spicy and very close to what you can taste in India.

Opened in 2009 by Marc and Michaela Vérité, this restaurant was the dream of two lovers of French cuisine, having studied in our best establishments. It is a little off-centre, a stone's throw from Birkdale station, but definitely worth a visit. The decoration is rustic and goes well with a warm and authentic atmosphere. On the menu, you can find camembert cooked with caramelized apples and pistachios, deer in sauce and smoked salmon with vegetables.

A witchball is what was hung in the windows of country houses in ^18th-century England to ward off evil spirits! Some say the house dates back to the ^15th century! Opened in 2007, this pub in the picturesque village of Lizard is in fact the most southerly in the UK, with a pleasant terrace and small garden. It serves some good, simple dishes, including fish of the day, burgers and even pizzas. There's also a good selection of Cornish beers. One of our favorite local spots.