Best Restaurants in Chichester

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

Were you expecting to see more restaurants in Chichester? 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 Chichester is The Ship at the Chichester Harbour Hotel (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Alex Aitken serves up award winning British, Seafood. The Ship at the Chichester Harbour Hotel currently holds 1 AA Rosette.

There are currently no restaurants holding a Michelin Star in Chichester and indeed no restaurants at all in this location listed in the Michelin Guide; perhaps the Michelin inspectors will visit soon!

There is currently a single listed AA Rosette restaurant in Chichester which holds 1 AA Rosette.

Situated on the southern edge of England, the charming cathedral city of Chichester is steeped in history and rich in culinary character. The gastronomic journey of Chichester blossomed out of the Sussex coastline and the South Downs, with the local cuisine deeply rooted in its agricultural past. Virtually seamless, the transition from farmland treasures to delectable dishes in charming restaurants is a tale as old as the city's Roman walls. Bound by the ethos of 'locally-sourced,' Chichester churns out a culinary montage that is both impressive and enticing, serving as a testament to the regal tendencies of British fine dining. Chichester's restaurants span the spectrum, from contemporary elegance to rustic charm, each telling its narrative against the backdrop of this city's illustrious history. Its abundant eateries display the city's commitment to local produce, with world-renowned Sussex cheeses, freshly-caught fish from Chichester Harbour, and a resounding affinity for locally-brewed real ales and wines crowning its tableau. How would one dismiss The Earl of March or Purchases, esteemed restaurants exuding sophistication and vintage glamour, which adeptly marry local bounty with global perspectives? Not to mention the culinary ethos reflected in Chichester's food festivals that leave no stone unturned in exhibiting local culinary expertise. The marriage of history and hospitality in Chichester is indeed a harmonious one; the city beams with a rich, long-enduring culinary legacy that continues to tantalise the palate of both residents and culinary adventurers alike.