Must-see restaurants in The Cotswolds

  • Wheatsheaf

    The Cotswolds

    Lively, stylish and laid-back, this beautifully revamped coaching inn – where diners dig into excellent, elegant seasonal British dishes with a…

  • 5 North St

    The Cotswolds

    This veteran gourmet restaurant is a treat from start to finish, from its splendid 400-year-old timbered exterior to the elegant, inventive creations you…

  • Mount Inn

    The Cotswolds

    Revelling in glorious hilltop views above pretty honey-washed Stanton, just off the Cotswolds Way 3.5 miles southwest of Broadway, this pub is not just…

  • Badgers Hall

    The Cotswolds

    Set in a glorious old mansion facing the market hall, this definitive Cotswold tearoom is renowned for its no-holds-barred afternoon teas, served from 2…

  • Wild Thyme

    The Cotswolds

    This little 'restaurant with rooms' thrills palates with top-notch creative dishes packed with flavour, such as asparagus and goat's cheese risotto or…

  • Woolpack Inn

    The Cotswolds

    This lively little rural pub in Slad, 2 miles south of Painswick, was a favourite watering hole of local author Laurie Lee, whose portrait and books adorn…

  • King’s Head Inn

    The Cotswolds

    ‘Pub of the Year’ in 2018, and set in a 16th-century cider house with a lovely garden 4 miles southeast of Stow, the King’s Head is ideal for eating,…

  • Lords of the Manor

    The Cotswolds

    Set inside a dazzling countryside manor, this romantic restaurant – be sure to book ahead – concocts imaginative, beautifully presented dishes with French…

  • Campden Coffee Company

    The Cotswolds

    It’s a shame about the generic-sounding name, because this is actually a very pleasant cafe, peacefully located in the historic Old Silk Mill, with nice…

  • Swan Inn

    The Cotswolds

    With a maze of lively rooms, roaring winter fires and bench tables overlooking a gorgeous orchard, this popular riverside gastropub, 3 miles east of…

  • Old Crown Inn

    The Cotswolds

    A romantic vision of the English country pub, nestled on the village green with whitewashed walls and a snug interior, the Old Crown serves old-fashioned…

  • Eight Bells Inn

    The Cotswolds

    Nestled into a delightfully updated 14th-century inn, this relaxed pub wins points for its flagstone floors, warm service and good modern-British country…

  • Broadway Deli

    The Cotswolds

    If it’s not sunny enough to eat in this buzzing deli’s garden, head up the creaky stairs, beyond shelves stacked with local produce, to find red-clothed…

  • Martha’s Coffee House

    The Cotswolds

    In an appealing historic cottage on the main road, Martha’s is a local mainstay, dependable from the moment it serves the first of its all-day pancake-and…

  • Angel

    The Cotswolds

    Set in a stylishly revamped 16th-century inn, this buzzy pub offers something for everyone, on a tasty menu that ranges from steak and ale pie or curried…

  • Made by Bob

    The Cotswolds

    Filling a substantial light-filled space inside a central mall, and focused around an enormous open-plan kitchen, Bob’s is part deli, part brasserie, and…

  • Huffkins

    The Cotswolds

    The original outlet of a Cotswolds chain that’s been baking and serving delicious scones, cakes and pies since 1890, this lively, friendly cafe is usually…

  • Greek Deli in the Cotswolds

    The Cotswolds

    The name says it all, really, though as well as selling olives and olive oil, the friendly proprietor serves fresh-cooked Greek delicacies, to eat either…

  • Horse & Groom

    The Cotswolds

    This laid-back but welcoming pub, in a tiny hamlet 2 miles west of Moreton-in-Marsh, is a firm favourite with well-heeled horsey types who appreciate its…

  • Falcon

    The Cotswolds

    Behind a soft-gold stone facade, this elegantly laid-back eatery specialises in smartly presented, season-inspired British-European fare. Cheery staff…

  • Star Anise

    The Cotswolds

    Local produce plays a prominent part in the inventive, mostly vegetarian dishes whipped up at this bubbly cafe. Tuck into lunchtime soups, pastas, felafel…

  • 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…

  • Bell at Stow

    The Cotswolds

    Among the best of Stow’s lively old pubs, the Bell lurks on the eastern edge of town, covered in greenery. Its enticing menu stretches from brioche…

  • Jesse’s Bistro

    The Cotswolds

    Tucked away in a cobbled yard, Jesse’s is a very pleasant little spot, with flagstone floors, wood-beamed ceilings and mosaic tables. Delectable dishes…

  • No 23

    The Cotswolds

    Settle in for tasty Spanish tapas, along with wine, sherry or brandy, at this chilled-out little bistro towards the top of town. Tuesday is paella night,…

  • Olivas

    The Cotswolds

    Run by a charming Colombian couple – yes, the coffee’s first-rate – this welcoming little backstreet cafe-deli is a social hub for Painswick. Linger over…

  • Spice Lounge

    The Cotswolds

    Excellent Bangladeshi and Indian food, served in a minimal setting. All the classic favourite tandoori dishes and curries feature (spiced to personal…

  • Jaffé & Neale Bookshop Cafe

    The Cotswolds

    The cosy little cafe in this busy independent bookshop on the main square serves delicious cakes and coffees at tables squeezed between the bookshelves,…

  • Lamb Inn

    The Cotswolds

    Whether you dine by candlelight in a romantic corner of the restaurant, or nestled into the bar area, there’s a lot to like about the Lamb’s modern…

  • Kings Head

    The Cotswolds

    Sparkling and spacious, the Kings Head serves everything from flavour-filled standards such as burgers, pastas and beer-battered fish to more elaborate…

  • Bull

    The Cotswolds

    Tucked into a character-filled 15th-century coaching inn, this hotel restaurant delivers brasserie-style dishes from lunchtime sandwiches to larger plates…

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