Best Restaurants in Thornbury

In total, there are 2 award winning restaurants in Thornbury, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more restaurants in Thornbury? 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 Thornbury is Thornbury Castle (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Carl Cleghorn serves up award winning Modern British Cuisine. Thornbury Castle currently holds 3 AA Rosettes.

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

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

Tucked away in the heart of South Gloucestershire, Thornbury, a charming market town, has cradled an enriching culinary heritage that tells a tale of time through its food and restaurants. Surrounded by the lush, distinctive English countryside, Thornbury's gastronomy is largely characterised by its fresh, locally-sourced produce, creating a melange of traditional and contemporary British flavours. Reminiscent of its past, the town's food scene has been shaped by a number of historic public houses and taverns, some of which date back as far as the 15th century. These establishments continue to uphold their centuries-old tradition of offering warm, hearty meals, a testament to the timeless appeal of English pub food. In recent years, Thornbury's culinary landscape has blossomed and diversified, reflecting an artsy flair and an international palate. Underpinning the culinary evolution is a community centred around their love for food, best observed at the much loved Thornbury Food Fair - an annual event that offers a bustling hive of diverse flavours and fragrances, from artisan breads to gourmet cheeses and wines. It's the perfect place to savour the food culture that Thornbury prides itself on. Stepping into the town's restaurants and bistros, you will discover a range of cuisines including Italian, Indian, Thai, and more, each embellishing the charming town with its own unique flavour and style. The culinary journey in Thornbury is an exciting narrative of its vibrant history and cosmopolitan ambitions, promising an intriguing blend of the old and the new, the local and the global.