Best Restaurants in Bedford

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

Were you expecting to see more restaurants in Bedford? 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 Bedford is The Oakley Arms in Harrold (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where the kitchen team serves up award winning Modern British Cuisine. The Oakley Arms currently holds 2 AA Rosettes.

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

There is currently a single listed AA Rosette restaurant in Bedford which holds 2 AA Rosettes.

Bedford, nestled amidst the verdant landscapes of the United Kingdom, serves as a culinary treasure trove for gourmands and lovers of varied palates. This historic market town, steeped in rich cultural heritage, has firmly anchored itself at the forefront of the country's gastronomic map. The hospitality sector in Bedford has experienced a significant transformation in the last few years. A vibrant fusion of the old and new characterises this culinary hotspot; each quaint, cobbled street lends testimony to the delicious metamorphosis unravelling within the heart of the traditional British cuisine. In fare that is as cosmopolitan as the town's story itself, Bedford's innovative restaurants cast a respectful nod toward staple British food, intertwining indigenous flavours with international culinary trends. Infusing influences from the various ethnic communities residing in the realm, Bedford's dining scene dishes out a vibrant palette of flavours, reciprocating the town's rich multicultural diversity. Whether it's the succulent steak pies from traditional pubs sharing space with Asian-inspired bistros, or the Italian pizzerias juxtaposed against contemporary waterfront eateries, Bedford's gastronomic identity is as multifaceted as its history, providing a dining experience that is both eclectic and delightful.