
Looking for the best restaurants in the Cotswolds? Our handy restaurant guide divulges must-visit bars, restaurants, and pubs! Chefs are travelling from around the country and making this tranquil haven their base to demonstrate their skills with the bountiful local produce.
Locals and food-loving tourists flock to the area and frequent the fantastic range of Cotswolds restaurants, sampling some of the best food offered in the UK. Whether you are looking for simple, traditional meals or innovative and eclectic dishes, there are places to eat in the Cotswolds to suit any palate.
Want to relax in a laid-back, country pub setting without having to compromise on the quality of food? You are in luck. The pubs in the Cotswolds are some of the best in the country; the county could even be regarded as the gastropub capital. Visit The Kingham Plough, based in Kingham near Chipping Norton, for tasty and unpretentious meals.
Alternatively, try The Lamb Inn, situated within the charming village of Burford, which boasts an impressive wine menu and a selection of vegetarian and meat dishes. You can also bring your beloved pooch along with you to experience the welcoming ambience of the area at dog-friendly pubs in the Cotswolds.
If you are looking for a more formal environment, there are plenty of opportunities for fine dining in the Cotswolds that can deliver. Take a trip to Cheltenham to sample fine dining at The Daffodil, an Art Deco cinema converted into a beautiful Jazz-era restaurant, complete with a stylish champagne and cocktail bar.
Be sure to treat your loved ones to a decadent meal at one of the Cotswolds Michelin Star restaurants, including The Dining Room in Malmesbury, set in a spectacular English country house, and The Bybrook Restaurant at The Manor House, an elegant choice in Chippenham.
Find the best restaurants in the Cotswolds below…
Amore Mio
1 Brewery Court
Cricklade Street
Cirencester
GL7 1JH
01285652833
Considered one of the best Italian restaurants in Cirencester, Amore Mio is the perfect place to end a day of exploration. Delight in hand-tossed sourdough pizza and mouth-watering pasta.
view more informationAroma Gloucester
69 Southgate Street
Gloucester
GL1 1TX
01452413108
For authentic Indian food in Gloucester head to Aroma. Whether you’re looking to dine out or takeaway, Aroma Gloucester offers mouth-watering and flavoursome Indian food.
view more informationFormer Marsh Goose
High St
Moreton-in-Marsh
GL56 0AX
01608651119
Welcome to ASK Italian in Moreton-in-Marsh, where authentic Italian cuisine meets a charming Cotswold setting. Authentic Italian cuisine, extensive wine list, and a welcoming atmosphere await.
view more informationBakery on the Water
1 Sherborne Street
Bourton-on-the-Water
Gloucestershire
GL54 2BY
01451822748
Bakery on the Water is an Artisan Bakery serving specialty coffee, cream tea, brunch, lunch and even delicious picnics that you can take away. Sample their food inside or in their wonderful garden overlooking the River Windrush.
view more informationBangkok Canteen Gloucester
72 Westgate Street
Gloucester
GL1 2NZ
01452306288
Combining the best locally sourced produce with delicious Thai food, Bangkok Canteen is a must-visit for Thai food lovers. With a fully gluten free menu and a large menu make sure to dine here!
view more informationBombay and Co
337 High Street
Cheltenham
GL50 3HS
01242584301
Bombay and Co is a fabulous Indian restaurant in the heart of Cheltenham. Offering authentic and flavourful cuisine from each part of India, look forward to the mouth-watering aroma that hits you as you walk through the doors of Bombay and Co.
view more informationBrewhouse and Kitchen Gloucester
Unit R1
Gloucester Quays
St Ann Way
Gloucester
GL1 5SH
01452222965
Brewhouse and Kitchen Gloucester is the perfect place for lovers of freshly brewed and hyper-local craft beers. Enjoy delicious food and a variety of craft beers in an unforgettable location on Gloucester docks.
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Castle Combe
Chippenham
SN14 7HX
01249782206
If you’re looking for a fine dining experience to remember, Bybrook Restaurant is the ideal choice. A Michelin Star venue, you can expect the finest dishes here.
view more informationCampden Coffee and Crystals
The Old Silk Mill
Sheep Street
Chipping Campden
Gloucestershire
GL55 6DS
07788698405
A hidden gem nestled in Chipping Campden, serving mouth-watering home-made cakes and a variety of coffees and teas. Campden Coffee and Crystals is a handy place to stop while exploring all this quaint town had to offer!
view more informationDa Luigi Bistro
High Street
Chipping Campden
Gloucestershire
GL55 6HB
+441386840934
A delightful and authentic Italian resting in Chipping Campden, the heart of the Cotswolds. Look forward to tucking into sharing antipasti boards, an array of mouth-watering pasta dishes and crispy thin-based pizzas with a range of toppings.
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