Best Gastropubs in the UK and Ireland

In total, there are 424 award winning gastropubs in The UK and Ireland, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more food pubs listed in The UK and Ireland? Remember at Leading Restaurants we only list gastropubs in the UK and Ireland holding an award from a major UK restaurant guide; less than 3% of the total restaurants in the UK and Ireland currently hold such an award, and the proportion of award winning gastropubs is likely even lower than this.

The best gastropub in The UK and Ireland is The Hand and Flowers in Marlow (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Tom Kerridge serves up award winning Modern British Cuisine. The Hand and Flowers currently holds 2 Michelin Stars and 4 AA Rosettes.

There are currently 16 listed Michelin Star gastropubs in The UK and Ireland consisting of 1 gastropub holding 2 Michelin Stars and 15 gastropubs holding 1 Michelin Star. There are also 27 gastropubs holding a Michelin Bib Gourmand and 136 gastropubs holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

There are currently 320 listed AA Rosette gastropubs in The UK and Ireland consisting of 1 gastropub holding 4 AA Rosettes, 20 gastropubs holding 3 AA Rosettes, 147 gastropubs holding 2 AA Rosettes and 152 gastropubs holding 1 AA Rosette.

The UK and Ireland, fondly known as the home of the traditional pub, are steeped in rich culinary and pub history. A heaven for food and pub connoisseurs alike, these regions boast a grand array of esteemed gastropubs and traditional food pubs serving delectable cuisines paired with unsurpassable atmosphere. For centuries, these establishments have played pivotal roles as communal hubs, offering warmth, camaraderie and much-loved local brews. Today, the marriage of their history, technical culinary evolution and innovation has resulted in an extraordinary gastronomic pub culture, distinguishing the UK and Ireland on the global culinary map. There's a multitude of food pubs and gastropubs worth your visit in these territories. Take, for instance, "The Hand & Flowers" in Marlow, the very first pub in the UK to receive two Michelin stars, renowned for its innovative dishes that retain traditional British characteristics. In the heart of London, we have the "The Harwood Arms" proudly serving British game and wild food, being the only Michelin-starred pub in the capital. In Ireland, "The Wild Honey Inn", located in Lisdoonvarna, is a must-visit. The inn was awarded Ireland's first pub Michelin star in 2017, thanks to its refined gastropub fare championing local farmers and fishermen. But this is just merely scratching the surface. Every town, every city in the UK and Ireland, offers its own unique pub and food experience; a delightful blend of tradition, innovation, and regional flavours. Whether it's a humble traditional food pub or a lavish gastropub, each narrates a spectacular culinary tale of its own.