Best British Restaurants in the UK and Ireland

The 100 best British restaurants in the UK and Ireland are shown below. Our unique ranking algorithm factors in the ratings from the Michelin Guide, the AA Guide and more, to make it easy to find the best British (or British influenced) restaurants (including any Michelin Star British restaurants and British AA Rosette restaurants). Explore these award winning restaurants below via the easy to browse restaurant grid, or check out the full top 100 restaurants interactive map. Click any restaurant to view extensive information including contact details and guide awards history.
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The British restaurant scene, specifically those focusing on native cuisine, is a truly tasteful spectacle, deftly defying staid stereotypes about our island's culinary prowess. From the verdant expanses of rural England to the bustling, cosmopolitan streets of London, gastronomes are spoiled for choice with establishments that celebrate local ingredients and traditional recipes while presenting them in exciting, modern ways. Leading the charge in the high-end environment is undoubtedly the eponymous restaurant of the irrepressible Gordon Ramsay, a veritable titan of the British culinary landscape. At 'Restaurant Gordon Ramsay', based in Chelsea, his contemporaries dish up hearty yet intricate delicacies, truly encapsulating the spirit of our nation's food heritage. Similarly, Tom Kerridge's 'Hand & Flowers' in Marlow, the first pub to garner two Michelin stars, is equally worthy of acclaim – a testament to the brilliance of taking humble ingredients and elevating them into something quite extraordinary. Across the pond in Bray, Heston Blumenthal's 'The Fat Duck' leads the avant-garde through his whimsical, nostalgic yet undeniably British creations. These establishments, amongst many others, are shining lights, proudly championing British cuisine with their innovative menus and first-class ambience. The UK restaurant scene is a veritable feast of reinvented traditions, paying homage to the country's rich culinary heritage, while embracing the forward-thinking creativity that seeks to push boundaries and redefine our food culture.

Best British Restaurants FAQs

Which is the best British restaurant in the UK and Ireland?

The best British restaurant in the UK and Ireland is Core by Clare Smyth in London (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chefs Clare Smyth and Jonny Bone serve up award winning Modern British Cuisine. Core by Clare Smyth currently holds 3 Michelin Stars, 5 AA Rosettes, a ranking of 17th in UK in the Hardens Top 100 and a rating of Exceptional in the Good Food Guide.

How many award winning British restaurants are there in the UK and Ireland?

In total, there are 1010 award winning British restaurants in the UK and Ireland, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

How many British Michelin Star restaurants are there in the UK and Ireland?

There are currently 68 listed British Michelin Star restaurants in the UK and Ireland consisting of 3 restaurants holding 3 Michelin Stars, 4 restaurants holding 2 Michelin Stars and 61 restaurants holding 1 Michelin Star. There are also 37 restaurants holding a Michelin Bib Gourmand and 274 restaurants holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

How many British AA Rosette restaurants are there in the UK and Ireland?

There are currently 818 listed AA Rosette British restaurants in the UK and Ireland consisting of 3 restaurants holding 5 AA Rosettes, 18 restaurants holding 4 AA Rosettes, 107 restaurants holding 3 AA Rosettes, 417 restaurants holding 2 AA Rosettes and 273 restaurants holding 1 AA Rosette.