The best restaurants serving British food in East of England

Nice, clean and friendly very helpful. Food tasty and nice to see lots of variety. We don’t all like the traditional . Glad to see them back after they left lakeside.

A beautiful setting by the water on a sunny evening, 1st was the house red wine which was delicious followed by an amazing 3 courses, The organic beef short rib which was a delightful & one of the best starters I have ever tasted ( please make this a main course) I then went for the rump of lamb which was cooked to perfection & then finished with a knickerbocker glory! What a treat!!! Our waiter Daniel was excellent & very attentive & knowledgeable about the dishes he also kept our wine topped up, we will certainly return so we can sample more of this superb menu, thanks for making our Saturday evening a memorable one.

We were a bit early at a recent funeral at West Herts Crematorium for a dear friend The newly opened tearoom named Bluebells came to our rescue and gave us somewhere warm and dry to wait for 20min It was absolutely packed, which is always an excellent sign of good food & service We just had hot drinks, but they were served promptly so as not to delay us Thanks

Amazing place, good quality food, good size potions, first class service. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. seated upstairs too...

Encore coffee house has great tasting coffee and at great value compared to more well known brands. A friendly welcoming atmosphere and a great place to work or meet people. The food is freshly made on site and there's a great range of sandwiches, panini, jacket potatoes and soups. I'm egg and dairy free and they're always accommodating to make something if there isn't anything already available on the counter. Non-dairy milks available at no extra cost!

We were lucky to get a table for the first night of the December menu. 7 courses (plus surprise Christmas treat) of absolute heaven. Wines also stunning and service was just really special - not over the top, just spot on and didn’t miss a beat. Thank you for a really lovely evening!!!

Vanderlyle is a remarkable restaurant that truly excels in its approach to fine dining, focusing on regional ingredients sourced directly from local farmers. This commitment not only enhances the flavor of each dish but also supports sustainability, a core value of the establishment. The creative vegetarian tasting menu showcases seasonal produce, fulfilling all essential criteria for a Michelin recommendation. In comparison, Cookies Cream in Berlin offers a delightful vegetarian experience but lacks Vanderlyle's unique emphasis on local sourcing and sustainability. Vanderlyle's innovative dishes and attentive service make it a standout choice for any food enthusiast.

Really really nice food. Friendly & polite staff. Very reasonable priced would defo recommend 👍😃

Plenty of outside seating when weather permits and very cosy inside. Reasonably priced and very good menu for a light meal or a homemade cake. Good service with a smile. A hidden gem,don't miss it.

I go here regularly with my son and my Mum/his Nanny. Dena always gives the best service be it busy or not. She ALWAYS remembers your preference of drinks and will check this is what you're having before making it. The food she makes is tasty and reasonably priced,....and always has a great selection of sweet treats. Nothing is ever to much for her and we love it. Keep doing what you're doing Dena, as it really works!

Superb! Friendly staff, quality food, great service. Awesome 😎

I came here for lunch, excited to try French cuisine with my family, but left feeling insulted and unwelcome. Our server, Callum, was condescending throughout. When I mentioned the white wine was “actually good,” he sneered, “Actually?”—as if I should grovel over every bottle he opens just because it’s wine. Sorry, but I have a refined palate - know my preference and don’t like every wine just for its origin. The food was mediocre and certainly not worth £172. The whole experience felt like we didn’t belong—maybe because we didn’t fit their usual (white) crowd. I won’t be coming back, and I wouldn’t recommend this place to anyone.

Great food and good service. Highly recommend