Best Restaurants in Gretna

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

Were you expecting to see more restaurants in Gretna? 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 Gretna is Chainmail Restaurant at Smiths at Gretna Green (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where the kitchen team serves up award winning Modern British, International Cuisine. Chainmail Restaurant at Smiths at Gretna Green currently holds 1 AA Rosette.

There are currently no restaurants holding a Michelin Star in Gretna 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 Gretna which holds 1 AA Rosette.

Tucked snugly along the border of Scotland and England, Gretna is a town steeped in romantic lore, but beyond its fame for runaway weddings lies a surprisingly robust and flavourful culinary scene. Historically a haven for elopers, Gretna's inns and dining establishments evolved to cater to the influx of visitors seeking both matrimonial and gastronomic satisfaction. Traditional fare, often rooted in Scottish and Cumbrian influences, defines much of the local cuisine, with dishes like hearty haggis, neeps and tatties, and succulent lamb stews being particular standouts on many restaurant menus. An unwavering commitment to locally sourced ingredients adds a rustic charm, with farmers and producers from the surrounding Solway region supplying cheese, game, and artisanal baked goods. In recent years, Gretna's food landscape has embraced a gentle transformation, blending time-honoured recipes with a touch of contemporary flair. Cosy bistros now sit alongside the classic coaching inns, many of which boast centuries-old timbers and roaring hearths. The quality of pub grub has risen admirably, with many chefs showcasing an inventive use of regional produce without sacrificing the hearty, comforting spirit for which this rural area is known. Whether you are indulging in a fresh-caught haddock supper or sitting down for a refined afternoon tea complete with freshly baked scones and clotted cream, Gretna serves up a quiet but confident culinary experience. It may not be a metropolis of food innovation, but the town excels in warming the soul—one plate at a time.