Best Restaurants in Shropshire

In total, there are 20 award winning restaurants in Shropshire, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more restaurants in Shropshire? 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 Shropshire is The Charlton Arms in Ludlow (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Krisztian Balogh serves up award winning Traditional British Cuisine. The Charlton Arms currently holds a Michelin Bib Gourmand and 2 AA Rosettes.

There are currently no restaurants holding a Michelin Star in Shropshire, however there is 1 restaurant holding a Michelin Bib Gourmand and 6 restaurants holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

There are currently 15 listed AA Rosette restaurants in Shropshire consisting of 9 restaurants holding 2 AA Rosettes and 6 restaurants holding 1 AA Rosette.

Tucked away in the heart of England, throughout the verdant landscape, Shropshire presents a delightful culinary tapestry steeped in history and local traditions. This charming county, nestled invitingly between the Welsh border and West Midlands, is exceedingly blessed with an array of fine culinary establishments, which have shaped its rich and diverse gastronomic history. Shropshire's burgeoning reputation as a gastronome's paradise is deeply rooted within its picturesque scenery; the fertile fields produce abundant local ingredients used to create an array of delicious dishes in the area's many restaurants and pubs. From the world-renowned Ludlow Food Festival showcasing the county's finest fare, to the patchwork of traditional English pubs, ever-evolving gourmet bistros, and inviting family-run restaurants, Shropshire brings to the table an authentic taste of English history. Its local cheeses, sumptuous Shropshire Blue and glorious Fidget Pie, not forgetting the Ironbridge pasty, are savoured far and wide. Shropshire's dining scene has grown and developed organically, bringing together a wonderful mixture of innovative newcomers and well-established stalwarts, making every meal within its borders a journey through history and heritage.