Best Restaurants in Cambridge

In total, there are 11 award winning restaurants in Cambridge, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more restaurants in Cambridge? 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 Cambridge is Midsummer House (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Daniel Clifford serves up award winning Creative Cuisine. Midsummer House currently holds 2 Michelin Stars, 5 AA Rosettes and a ranking of 70th in UK in the Hardens Top 100.

There are currently 2 listed Michelin Star restaurants in Cambridge consisting of 1 restaurant holding 2 Michelin Stars and 1 restaurant holding 1 Michelin Star. There are also 4 restaurants holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

There are currently 7 listed AA Rosette restaurants in Cambridge consisting of 1 restaurant holding 5 AA Rosettes, 1 restaurant holding 3 AA Rosettes, 3 restaurants holding 2 AA Rosettes and 2 restaurants holding 1 AA Rosette.

As nestled in the heart of the United Kingdom, the charming city of Cambridge boasts a richly diverse culinary scene, steeped in as much tradition as innovation. The city subtly delivers an exciting palate of international cuisines while maintaining a strong commitment to locally-sourced food grounded in its rural surroundings. Rooted in its historic academic, cultural, and architectural legacy, the city offers a unique symbiosis of old and new that is reflected in its food and eateries. In years past, Cambridge was primarily known for its world-renowned university and stunning architecture, but yet another feather in its cap has been its evolution into a foodie haven. This transformation is echoing in the rising popularity of staples like fish and chips from The Sea Tree to the more cosmopolitan offerings of Restaurant Twenty-Two. Punting along the River Cam, one cannot help but be tempted by the delightful scents wafting from the cafes and tearooms lining its banks. Long-standing establishments such as Fitzbillies have defined the bakery scene for generations while newer additions like The Cambridge Cheese Company have heralded an artisanal revolution in the city. So, if you find yourself in the venerable city of Cambridge, prepare yourself to embark on a gastronomic journey that is as academically refined as it is tantalisingly delectable.