Best Restaurants in Surrey, East and West Sussex

In total, there are 88 award winning restaurants in Surrey, East and West Sussex, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more restaurants in Surrey, East and West Sussex? 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 Surrey, East and West Sussex is Latymer at Pennyhill Park in Bagshot (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Steve Smith serves up award winning Modern Cuisine. Latymer at Pennyhill Park currently holds 1 Michelin Star, 5 AA Rosettes and a ranking of 97th in UK in the Hardens Top 100.

There are currently 7 listed Michelin Star restaurants in Surrey, East and West Sussex consisting of 7 restaurants holding 1 Michelin Star. There are also 7 restaurants holding a Michelin Bib Gourmand and 30 restaurants holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

There are currently 57 listed AA Rosette restaurants in Surrey, East and West Sussex consisting of 1 restaurant holding 5 AA Rosettes, 1 restaurant holding 4 AA Rosettes, 7 restaurants holding 3 AA Rosettes, 32 restaurants holding 2 AA Rosettes and 16 restaurants holding 1 AA Rosette.

Hidden amidst the tranquil quilt of the verdant landscapes and picturesque coastal settlements of Surrey, East and West Sussex lies an exquisite culinary history waiting to be savoured. These counties, married in tradition and history, offer a banquet of gastronomical varietals that reflect their rich agricultural past and the constantly evolving food culture. Surrey, often christened the 'larder of London', features an appetizing hotpot of local flavours - thanks to its proximity to the capital. Famed for its thriving local markets, Surrey proffers a host of choice eateries where flavoursome artisanal produce is utilised to create culinary masterpieces. Venture further south into East and West Sussex, you will discover a vibrant food scene with a keen emphasis on locally sourced ingredients. As a testament to Sussex's maritime history, the coastal towns are alive with seafood bistros serving fresh-from-the-net catches, while inland, quintessentially British pubs punctuate the countryside, offering wholesome fare alongside a refreshing Sussex brewed ale. Building on their agrarian roots, Sussex now boasts a number of award-winning vineyards gaining international acclaim for the sparkling English wine. Both counties bear the hallmark of authenticity, showcasing British culinary abstracts through their unique landscapes, teeming local markets and innovative restaurants.