Best Restaurants in Gloucestershire

In total, there are 53 award winning restaurants in Gloucestershire, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more restaurants in Gloucestershire? 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 Gloucestershire is Lumiere in Cheltenham (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Jon Howe serves up award winning Modern Cuisine. Lumiere currently holds 1 Michelin Star, 4 AA Rosettes and a ranking of 9th in UK in the Hardens Top 100.

There are currently 2 listed Michelin Star restaurants in Gloucestershire consisting of 2 restaurants holding 1 Michelin Star. There is also 1 restaurant holding a Michelin Bib Gourmand and 18 restaurants holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

There are currently 43 listed AA Rosette restaurants in Gloucestershire consisting of 4 restaurants holding 4 AA Rosettes, 7 restaurants holding 3 AA Rosettes, 20 restaurants holding 2 AA Rosettes and 12 restaurants holding 1 AA Rosette.

Nestled in the heart of England, Gloucestershire is a luscious, verdant county with its history steeped in the birth of cherished British food traditions. This area, a proud custodian of time-honoured culinary arts, has played an instrumental role in shaping the gastronomic landscape of the United Kingdom. Renowned for its exceptional local produce, the fertile land yields an abundance of vegetables, fruits, and meats, typifying the classic English countryside fare. It's this commitment to ingredient-rich dishes, coupled with a fondness for local flavours, that sees the county enjoy such adoration among food enthusiasts. Delving into the restaurant history of Gloucestershire, your palate embarks on a fascinating journey back in time. For decades, the county's dining scene has been celebrated for highlighting the authenticity and love of home-grown produce. From cosy, family-run establishments offering hearty stews and pies, to esteemed Michelin-starred restaurants serving up exquisite renditions of classic British dishes, Gloucestershire has nourished an eclectic blend of culinary experiences. Even today, you'll find the local chefs unearthing age-old recipes and reviving forgotten flavours, ensuring that the glorious heritage of Gloucestershire food continues to thrive. Indeed, one can argue that the soul of Gloucestershire lies as much in its kitchen as it does in its picture-perfect vistas and rich historical sites.