Best Restaurants in Amersham

In total, there are 3 award winning restaurants in Amersham, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more restaurants in Amersham? Remember at Leading Restaurants we only list restaurants holding awards from major restaurant guides; currently less than 3% of all restaurants in the UK and Ireland hold an award from a major guide.

The best restaurant in Amersham is The Artichoke (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chefs Laurie Gear and Ben Jenkins serve up award winning Modern British Cuisine. The Artichoke currently holds 1 Michelin Star, 3 AA Rosettes and a ranking of 79th in UK in the Hardens Top 100.

There is currently a single listed Michelin Star restaurant in Amersham which holds 1 Michelin star.

There are currently 3 listed AA Rosette restaurants in Amersham consisting of 1 restaurant holding 3 AA Rosettes and 2 restaurants holding 2 AA Rosettes.

Tucked away in the charming county of Buckinghamshire, Amersham boasts a riveting gastronomical heritage that beautifully mirrors the rich cultural tapestry of the United Kingdom. As someone who's frequented this captivating town, I can attest to the delightful marriage of traditional and contemporary influences that pervade its culinary scene. Looking back on the multitude of restaurants and eateries adorning its streets, one can trace a fascinating evolution from the humble former coaching inns dating back to the 15th century to the trendy, avant-garde bistros of today, embellishing the town's vibrant food heritage with their diverse offerings. The Old Town of Amersham, in particular, deserves special mention for its evocatively historic dining establishments. The Artichoke has, for decades, been a beloved fixture in Amersham's restaurant landscape. With its Michelin star status, it offers a tantalising fusion of British and European flavours, enveloped in a warmly inviting architecture enriched by centuries of history. Looking towards the more modern scene, Hawkyns by Atul Kochhar is a stalwart example of culinary modernity nestled within the 16th century Crown Inn. Mixing Indian spices with British ingredients, this two AA Rosette restaurant serves as a testament to the town's increasingly diverse gustatory repertoire. Truly, in Amersham, tradition undeniably meets innovation in every plate, providing a gastronomic experience that extends beyond the ordinary.