Best Restaurants in Dorking

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

Were you expecting to see more restaurants in Dorking? 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 Dorking is Sorrel (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Alex Payne serves up award winning Modern British Cuisine. Sorrel currently holds 1 Michelin Star.

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

At present, there are no restaurants holding an AA Rosette in Dorking; maybe the AA Guide inspectors will visit in the near future!

Enveloped by the verdant charm of the Surrey Hills, Dorking, a quintessentially British market town, subtly seduces the soul of every traveller, through its rich culinary offerings and fervent food culture. This delightful destination, sitting just a stone's throw away from London, has a food scene that remains deliciously consistent with the historic charm and pastoral elegance one would anticipate from such a picturesque locale. History thrives in Dorking, merging seamlessly with the modern food-scene, adding a curious layer of dramatic intrigue to the dish of the day. The restaurant history of Dorking mirrors the town's rich heritage. Medieval cottages are now home to quaint bistros serving up locally sourced, seasonally-themed plates brimming with robust flavours, whilst the historical dining establishments whisper tales of era long past. You can savour the exceptional flavour and craftsmanship in the veneritals from the surrounding vineyards which have been flourishing since Roman times, or indulge your sweet tooth in artisanal patisseries offering creations as mesmerising as the whimsical lanes they grace. As a lover of cuisine and culture, you cannot help but applaud Dorking for how effortlessly it embraces its culinary history, whilst boldly setting new standards for modern British fare.