Best Restaurants in Winchester

In total, there are 4 award winning restaurants in Winchester, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more restaurants in Winchester? 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 Winchester is The Wykeham Arms (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Allen Sorrell serves up award winning Modern British Cuisine. The Wykeham Arms currently holds 2 AA Rosettes.

There are currently no restaurants holding a Michelin Star in Winchester, however there is 1 restaurant holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

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

Nestled brilliantly in the heartland of Southern England, Winchester is truly a crown jewel of the United Kingdom. Boasting not only a wealth of history and stunning architecture, Winchester stands out for its splendid gastronomic offerings that have flourished progressively over the years. The city's resto-scene very much reflects the union of age-old traditions and exciting, contemporary culinary innovation. Historically, this intriguing city has been a breeding ground for culinary exploration and connoisseurship, with a rich lineage of incorporating locally sourced produce into its diverse culinary tapestry. Each eatery in Winchester has a story to tell - an epicurean history woven into the very fabric of the architecture and cuisine. For years, the city's restaurants have been dishing up classic British fare with a twist, each dish a nod to the past with a foot firmly planted in the future. From the grandeur of historic hotels like the famed 'Black Rat' serving hearty local delicacies, to the quaint charm of the numerous gastro-pubs that dot Winchester's picturesque streets, not forgetting the vibrant food markets that showcase the very best of the region's produce - each culinary experience is a sensory journey through space and time. So, when you are in Winchester, prepare to tantalise your taste buds with an enchanting blend of the past meeting the present, in the most delicious way possible.