Best Restaurants in Buckinghamshire

In total, there are 22 award winning restaurants in Buckinghamshire, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more restaurants in Buckinghamshire? 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 Buckinghamshire is The Hand and Flowers in Marlow (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Tom Kerridge serves up award winning Modern British Cuisine. The Hand and Flowers currently holds 2 Michelin Stars and 4 AA Rosettes.

There are currently 3 listed Michelin Star restaurants in Buckinghamshire consisting of 1 restaurant holding 2 Michelin Stars and 2 restaurants holding 1 Michelin Star. There is also 1 restaurant holding a Michelin Bib Gourmand and 5 restaurants holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

There are currently 18 listed AA Rosette restaurants in Buckinghamshire consisting of 1 restaurant holding 4 AA Rosettes, 3 restaurants holding 3 AA Rosettes, 9 restaurants holding 2 AA Rosettes and 5 restaurants holding 1 AA Rosette.

Buckinghamshire, nestled within the heart of the United Kingdom, presents the magnificent blend of quaintly traditional English countryside intermingled with the contemporary culinary scene. Known for its grand historic estates, beautiful Chiltern landscapes and charming market towns - this picturesque county in southeast England, within easy reach of the bustling metropolis of London, serves up an abundant menu of culinary delights steeped in history and bursting with local flavour. Over the centuries, Buckinghamshire has established itself as a gastronomic haven, rooted in traditional British dining. The county is renowned for producing Aylesbury duck, a breed known for its tender, flavorful meat which has been a staple on menus since the 18th century. Many restaurants dotted across the county remain committed to this heritage, honouring this local specialty alongside contemporary dishes. Meanwhile, the county's vibrant pub scene, with its charming blend of historical ale houses and modern gastropubs, epitomises British culinary evolution. These establishments, many residing within buildings that tell tales from centuries past, boast menus highlighting the quality and diversity of Buckinghamshire's local produce. Visitors can anticipate the finest artisan cheeses, locally brewed ales and wines, and a selection of dishes crafted with ingredients sourced from the verdant fields and farms of this delectable English county.