Best Restaurants in North West England

The 100 best restaurants in North West England United Kingdom are shown below. Our unique ranking algorithm factors in the ratings from the Michelin Guide, the AA Guide and more, to make it easy to find the best restaurants in North West England (including any Michelin Star restaurants in North West England and AA Rosette restaurants in North West England). Explore these award winning restaurants below via the easy to browse restaurant grid, or check out the full top 100 best restaurants interactive map. Click any restaurant to view extensive information including contact details and guide awards history.
North West England, a pulsating gem nestled in the United Kingdom, is an epicurean epicentre fondly chatting new culinary dialects while preserving its esteemed cooking traditions. This region, ailed as the home of the Industrial Revolution, intertwines a rich industrial history with a vibrant food culture. Its gastronomic interests initially fueled by the thriving mill and mining workers has now transcended boundaries, comfortably catering to a cosmopolitan clientele. Legendary establishments like Lancashire's 'The Inn at Whitewell', a timeless gourmet treasure, has been delighting palates since the 1300s, making us appreciate the continuum of culinary storytelling! Manchester, the throbbing heart of the North West, offers a fascinating kaleidoscope of global flavours, with its repertoire of trendy eateries, time-honoured chippies, and burgeoning street food scene. The region's food philosophy is deeply rooted in honesty and simplicity yet embraces modernity with elan. Blackpool pubs serve quintessential British staples like 'Fish & Chips' or 'Pie & Mash', made from locally sourced produce, reinforcing the sense of place on our taste buds. North West England's culinary journey is peppered with exciting food festivals like Manchester's 'Taste of Autumn' event, enshrining the importance of seasonality and showcasing artisanal local produce. It's the land of classic Eccles cakes, piquant Lancashire Hotpots, and heart-warming Cheshire cheeses - homages to both the heartiness of its rustic farming histories and the changing tastes of a global society. In a nutshell, North West England is a riveting gastronomic canvas where the past and the present deliciously converge.

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Best Restaurants in North West England FAQs

Which is the best restaurant in North West England?

The best restaurant in North West England is L'Enclume in Cartmel (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chefs Simon Rogan and Paul Burgalieres serve up award winning Creative British Cuisine. L'Enclume currently holds 3 Michelin Stars, 5 AA Rosettes, a ranking of 73rd in UK in the Hardens Top 100 and a rating of World Class in the Good Food Guide.

How many award winning restaurants are there in North West England?

In total, there are 132 award winning restaurants in North West England, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

How many Michelin Star restaurants are there in North West England?

There are currently 20 listed Michelin Star restaurants in North West England consisting of 2 restaurants holding 3 Michelin Stars and 18 restaurants holding 1 Michelin Star. There are also 5 restaurants holding a Michelin Bib Gourmand and 34 restaurants holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

How many AA Rosette restaurants are there in North West England?

There are currently 114 listed AA Rosette restaurants in North West England consisting of 2 restaurants holding 5 AA Rosettes, 7 restaurants holding 4 AA Rosettes, 22 restaurants holding 3 AA Rosettes, 35 restaurants holding 2 AA Rosettes and 48 restaurants holding 1 AA Rosette.