Best Gastropubs in Shropshire

In total, there are 5 award winning gastropubs in Shropshire, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more food pubs listed in Shropshire? 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 Shropshire is The Charlton Arms in Ludlow (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Krisztian Balogh serves up award winning Traditional British Cuisine. The Charlton Arms currently holds a Michelin Bib Gourmand and 2 AA Rosettes.

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

There are currently 5 listed AA Rosette gastropubs in Shropshire consisting of 4 gastropubs holding 2 AA Rosettes and 1 gastropub holding 1 AA Rosette.

Nestled deep in the charming heartland of the United Kingdom, Shropshire is both a picturesque tribute to traditional English countryside and a vibrant epicentre for food enthusiasts and pub-goers alike. Not to be underestimated, the county is renowned for its impressive gastro-pub scene, often being celebrated for its blending of time-honoured British pub culture with the more refined expectations of discerning food lovers. This unique fusion of floodlit tavern charm and gastronomic savoir-faire has sprouted numerous celebrated establishments making Shropshire a gastronome's paradise. Leading this delightful parade of public-house brilliance, is the 'The Armoury' located in Shrewsbury. Infused with a blend of traditional English heritage and contemporary style, it serves up locally sourced Shropshire fare, with a reputation for its tender steaks and well-stocked, immaculate bar. Further south, there's the White Hart in Ellesmere setting the standard with their savoury meat pies and beautifully presented dishes, while the 'The Coach and Horses' in Newport is famed for its excellent Sunday Roasts. On the other side of the county, Ludlow's 'The Blue Boar' is worth a detour for its creative spin on British favourites. Overall, the Shropshire food pub landscape is as varied as it is delicious, extending far more than a mere nod to the county's distinct culinary heritage; it is a vibrant testament, a gastronomical tribute to timeless British fare and convivial pub camaraderie.