Best Restaurants in Shrewsbury

In total, there are 4 award winning restaurants in Shrewsbury, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more restaurants in Shrewsbury? 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 Shrewsbury is The Royalist Restaurant at the Prince Rupert Hotel (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Mike Peters serves up award winning Modern British Cuisine. The Royalist Restaurant at the Prince Rupert Hotel currently holds 2 AA Rosettes.

There are currently no restaurants holding a Michelin Star in Shrewsbury, however there is 1 restaurant holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

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

Tucked away in the heart of England, the exquisite town called Shrewsbury carries with it a rich tapestry intertwined with gastronomy and history that can excite the finickiest of food enthusiasts. This quaint town, rife with a charming blend of modernity and tradition, makes it one of the most enticing destinations in the United Kingdom for those who relish the unique combination of culinary delights and intriguing history. The mere ambulation through its characterful streets brimming with Elizabethan structures takes you on a nostalgic journey; a journey reminiscent of the bygone era where its residents predominantly thrived on a locally sourced hearty diet, a trait that has surprisingly endured even to this day. The culinary panorama of Shrewsbury is fascinating, to say the least. Rooted deeply within its tradition but not afraid to evolve, the restaurant scene here offers something tempting for everyone, ranging from local favourites to cuisines from far-flung corners of the world. The locally brewed ales, a relic of its historical brewing industry, pair perfectly with the Fidget pie, a traditional dish unique to this region, or a plate of Shropshire blue, an often overlooked but delightful blue cheese with a rich and tangy flavour. Surprisingly, Shrewsbury's thriving food scene is not limited to traditional British fare, with a myriad of restaurants serving cuisines from across the world, further proof of its embracive culture. If you're seeking the rustle and bustle of the traditional British market, head to the local market hall named the 'best in Britain', where you can sample and purchase a wide variety of fresh local produce. One cannot deny the veritable gourmet adventure that Shrewsbury presents, an adventure that makes it a must-visit for the discerning gastronome.