Best Restaurants in South West England

The 100 best restaurants in South 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 South West England (including any Michelin Star restaurants in South West England and AA Rosette restaurants in South 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.
South West England, set in the heart of the United Kingdom, is a captivating region renowned for its distinct culinary culture, encompassing the picturesque counties of Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Somerset, Wiltshire, and Gloucestershire. This unprecedented food haven is home to a vast range of gastronomic adventures, promising to take you on an epicurean journey steeped in a rich blend of culinary traditions, refined techniques, and local gourmet elements. Historically, South West England's food scene has been firmly rooted in using the freshest local ingredients, a tradition that continues to dictate its celebrated gastronomy. The region has an ancient agricultural heritage and a coastline teeming with a rich harvest of seafood, perhaps best embodied in Cornwall's world-famous pasties and Devon's delectable cream teas. From fish freshly hauled from the shimmering Cornish seas to the Somerset orchards' sun-kissed cider apples, restaurants in this divine part of the UK are dedicated to delivering plates where the quality of local produce is paramount. Couple this with impressive wineries, centuries-old cheese producers, and Michelin-star restaurants, and you uncover a food story that is as unforgettable and multifaceted as the region itself. Whether you find yourself in the cosy country gastropubs of Gloucestershire, the seafood shacks of Dorset, or dining in fine style in Somerset, the region's vibrant gastronomical tapestry never disappoints!

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Best Restaurants in South West England FAQs

Which is the best restaurant in South West England?

The best restaurant in South West England is Lympstone Manor in Exmouth (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Michael Caines serves up award winning Modern French Cuisine. Lympstone Manor currently holds 1 Michelin Star, 5 AA Rosettes and a ranking of 23rd in UK in the Hardens Top 100.

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

In total, there are 341 award winning restaurants in South West England, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

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

There are currently 18 listed Michelin Star restaurants in South West England consisting of 18 restaurants holding 1 Michelin Star. There are also 23 restaurants holding a Michelin Bib Gourmand and 111 restaurants holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

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

There are currently 240 listed AA Rosette restaurants in South West England consisting of 1 restaurant holding 5 AA Rosettes, 10 restaurants holding 4 AA Rosettes, 24 restaurants holding 3 AA Rosettes, 112 restaurants holding 2 AA Rosettes and 93 restaurants holding 1 AA Rosette.