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Restaurants in the Cotswolds

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Discover the best restaurants in the Cotswolds

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…

  • person lifting slice with a cheese pull from a pepproni pizza

    Dough from Dough

    Dough from Dough Pizza
    49 Westgate Street
    Gloucester
    GL1 2NW

    01452690829

    Formerly known as Hooker and Eight, Dough from Dough is an outstanding pizza place dedicated to serving delicious pizzas in the heart of Gloucester.

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  • wine, beer, crisps in cosy pub with fire

    Eight Bells Inn

    Eight Bells Inn
    Church Street
    Chipping Campden
    GL55 6JG

    01386840371

    Ooozing charm and character Eight Bells Inn this quintessential Inn is the perfect spot for dinner in Chipping Campden. With exposed beams and roaring open dine in comfort surrounded by history.

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  • a variety of latin food

    Galgos Latino

    The Greyhound
    Gloucester St
    Stroud
    GL5 1QG

    01453297290

    Want to be whisked away to Latin America on a culinary journey? Come to Galgos Latino in Stroud, a fabulous eatery serving up flavoursome meals.

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  • greek food

    Greek on the Docks

    Greek on the Docks
    Unit A
    Merchants Quay
    The Docks
    Gloucestershire
    GL1 2EW

    01452524574

    Boasting an unbeatable location overlooking the famous Gloucester Docks, Greek on the Docks uses the best local ingredients to provide unforgettable and authentic Greek food.

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  • A variety of Indian dishes

    Hassan Balti – Moreton-in-Marsh

    High St
    Moreton-in-Marsh
    England
    GL56 0AD

    When it comes to Asian and Indian cuisine, Hassan Balti is a must-try. Nestled in the heart of Moreton-in-Marsh, it’s one of the top places to visit in the Cotswolds when you want to indulge in vibrant flavours.

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  • fine dining set up

    Jonas at GL50

    Jonas at GL50
    8 Norfolk House
    Chester Walk
    Cheltenham
    GL50 3JX

    01242228555

    Dedicated to serving exquisite food inspired by some of the best eateries throughout the UK, Jonas at GL50 is a Michelin-recommended restaurant in the heart of Cheltenham.

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  • an assortment of vegan food

    Karibu – Stroud

    No 23
    Nelson St
    Stroud
    GL5 2HH

    01453790695

    When it comes to flavourful, plant-based dishes, we recommend booking a table at Karibu Stroud. Moments away from the town centre, it’s the perfect eatery to visit after a day out in Stroud!

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  • romantic restaurant setting

    L’Artisan

    L'Artisan
    30 Clarence Street
    Cheltenham
    Gloucestershire
    GL50 3NX

    01242571257

    Indulge in delicious and authentic Italian food at Cheltenham’s only genuine French Bistro, L’Artisan! Offering a wealth of hearty French dishes inspired and a warm welcome from owners Elisabeth and Yves, L’Artisan is a must-visit when in Cheltenham.

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  • fine dining meat dish

    Le Champignon Sauvage

    Le Champignon Sauvage
    24-28 Suffolk Road
    Cheltenham
    GL50 2AQ

    01242573449

    Nestled in the heart of Cheltenham is one of the best Cotswold Michelin Star restaurants. Serving mouth-watering French food using season and the finest local ingredients.

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  • fish gourmet dish

    Lumiere Restaurant

    Lumiere Restaurant
    Clarence Parade
    Cheltenham
    Gloucestershire
    GL50 3PA

    01242222200

    Delight in an elegant, fine dining experience at this Michelin star restaurant in the heart of Cheltenham. Utilising the best local produce through seasonal menus, enjoy a 4, 6 or 8 course meal at one of the best restaurants in both Cheltenham and the Cotswolds.

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