Best Gastropubs in Darlington

In total, there is 1 award winning gastropub in Darlington, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more food pubs listed in Darlington? 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 Darlington is The Bay Horse in Hurworth on Tees (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Marcus Bennett serves up award winning Modern Cuisine. The Bay Horse currently holds a standard Michelin Guide listing and 1 AA Rosette.

There are currently no gastropubs holding a Michelin Star in Darlington, however there is 1 gastropub holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

There is currently a single listed AA Rosette gastropub in Darlington which holds 1 AA Rosette.

Darlington, a must-visit town nestled in the northeast of England, is celebrated across the United Kingdom for its vibrant and diverse pub culture. Part of this culinary celebration is the embrace of the “gastropub” movement, a trend in British food that combines traditional pubs with high-quality food offerings, an initiative that enhances communal dining and promotes locally sourced British ingredients. Darlington, in this context, distinctly stands out with its array of gastropubs, each featuring unique, exquisite menus and an inviting, homey atmosphere. One gastronomic gem in the heart of Darlington is the "Raby Hunt," a traditional pub turned Michelin-starred restaurant. This pub marries a rustic ambiance with a refined gastronomic experience, reflecting the evolving contemporary taste of the region while keeping its historical charm alive. The Bay Horse at Hurworth, another prominent gastropub, serves traditional British fare with modern twists, all prepared with locally-sourced ingredients. The Quakerhouse, famed for its music-infused atmosphere and award-winning ales, reflects Darlington's rich Quaker heritage and its history as a significant railway hub. These cherished locations, to name but a few, testify to Darlington's envious legacy in food and pub culture, reflecting its people's passion for quality food and drink, convivial gatherings, and maintaining the region's culinary history.