Best Gastropubs in South East England

In total, there are 100 award winning gastropubs in South East England, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more food pubs listed in South East England? 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 South East England 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 7 listed Michelin Star gastropubs in South East England consisting of 1 gastropub holding 2 Michelin Stars and 6 gastropubs holding 1 Michelin Star. There are also 4 gastropubs holding a Michelin Bib Gourmand and 34 gastropubs holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

There are currently 80 listed AA Rosette gastropubs in South East England consisting of 1 gastropub holding 4 AA Rosettes, 10 gastropubs holding 3 AA Rosettes, 34 gastropubs holding 2 AA Rosettes and 35 gastropubs holding 1 AA Rosette.

Tucked away in the vibrant heart of the United Kingdom, South East England is a gastronomic paradise teeming with enticing food pubs and gastropubs. This region, renowned for its picturesque beauty and rich history, is equally celebrated for its exceptional culinary scene. It breathes a unique blend of traditional and contemporary British pub culture, offering an array of distinctive dining experiences firmly rooted in the landscape's historical legacy. South East England boasts a rich tapestry of food-inspired folklore, marked by the evolution of the public house culture from simple alehouses of the Middle Ages to the exquisite gastropubs of the 21st century. A culinary journey through South East England is an exploration of exquisite flavours and culinary craftsmanship. The region is dotted with numerous renowned pubs that serve mouth-watering food alongside their vast assortments of drinks. The Hand & Flowers in Marlow, Britain's first pub to receive two Michelin stars, is famed for its comfortable, welcoming environment and a menu that beautifully captures the essence of British cooking. Heading towards Oxfordshire, there's The Kingham Plough, loved for elevating pub classics to gourmet dishes, using freshest local ingredients. In Milton Keynes, you can discover the historic Cross Keys pub, offering delectable home-cooked food complete with the traditional British charm. In the quaint town of Bray, Heston Blumenthal's The Hinds Head showcases his visionary take on pub dishes with a historic influence. These extraordinary food pubs are not just places for eating and drinking, but they are spaces that narrate stories of South East England's fascinating past while offering a glimpse into its contemporary culinary innovations.