Best Restaurants in Powys

In total, there are 8 award winning restaurants in Powys, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more restaurants in Powys? 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 Powys is The Checkers in Montgomery (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Andrew Birch serves up award winning Modern Cuisine. The Checkers currently holds a standard Michelin Guide listing and 3 AA Rosettes.

There are currently no restaurants holding a Michelin Star in Powys, however there are 4 restaurants holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

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

Situated amid the enchanting landscapes of Central Wales, Powys is a historic county steeped in culinary heritage. As one navigates the undulating hills and the quaint towns, there is a distinctive sense of Epicurean adventure that permeates the air, which, for a food critic, is akin to entering a gastronomic wonderland. The county's culinary scenes are as diverse as its landscapes, an enchanting blend of traditional Welsh flavours and contemporary fusion cuisine, always dependent on local seasonal produce. For centuries, the bounty of Powys has provided its townsfolk and restaurants the diversity to create palatable dishes that feed the soul. Histograms speak of the centuries-old inns and eateries that tell tales todate, imbibed into the very fabric of Powys' food culture and gastropubs. The legacy continues in the numerous award-winning restaurants, farm shops and food festivals dotted across the county. There's truly a joy in experiencing the rustic charm of the traditional Welsh rarebit, locally sourced lamb dishes, and flavoursome cawl (a hearty soup), contrasted beautifully with experimental and innovative global cuisine presented by Powys' passionate chefs. As you journey through Powys, every bite becomes a delightful exploration of its rich culinary landscape.