The best restaurants serving British food in England

Visited 4 times in last few weeks. Savouries look appetising and coffee was good, but.... Last 2 visits left a poor impression. The cake selection was minimal. Staff need to focus on customers. I don't want to be ignored while staff chat with each other, nor do I expect to be ignored by someone intent on studying her phone!

The atmosphere was relaxed and the decor dark and sultry. The lounge area for drinks afterwards was perfect for us. The taster food was delicious. We all enjoyed every mouthful. The two different pudding were delicious. The wines were interesting. Personally I preferred sticking to a red throughout. The bit I would change was the fact we had to keep our cutlery for every course. For the price of the food and drinks ( Our bill was over £700 for two couples) and the ambience it was unpleasant to reuse them for totally different courses. ( there was a choice to change them but this would have been a request rather than the norm. ) Overall the experience was excellent and the service was amazing. We will be back.

Gave carlsburgers a review some time back and decided to review again well it’s still is the best burgers out there puts McDonalds burgers to shame. Not just the burgers but everything else on the menu is top notch.

This is such a great place to go after a hike or just a treat. We have been many times and this is the best ice-cream in the Lakes. Staying in Hawkshead we knew there was a shop near by for our ice cream needs. The ice cream shop was the only reason why we stayed in Hawkshead this time . The first time we went on this trip there was a queue but the young lad handled it very well. The ice cream is always so delicious and well worth the price( it's a great price to what you get in London) and you get a massive scoop. Always friendly staff and very clean and hygienic shop. Awesome ice cream even when it's raining

Highly recommended. Such wonderful thoughtful staff and fabulous afternoon tea. Everything on the cake stand was utterly delicious. The birthday 'girl' was made to feel very special. Thank you Long Melford Tearoom, we will certainly be back.

A great evening. Well thought out tasting menu, well cooked and delicious. Lovely waiting staff and chefs. Highly recommended. Very obliging catering for restricted diets.

First time I tried this place,was pleasantly surprised at how friendly the staff were,some lovely choices off cakes and some great looking sausage Rolls.I had a bacon and sausage sandwich with side salad which was lovely,nice to see they use proper thick and soft bread.The only downside which isn’t that bad was that there was no salad cream only mayonnaise for the salad.

Had a wonderful meal from the 2024 festive menu last night (pre booked) we had the amazing pate to start which was a generous portion followed by a delicious Turkey dinner with all the trimmings another generous portion. Nothing is too much trouble for the friendly staff here and they make you feel so much at home including providing a biscuit for our dog. There are not many places that do such great food with an added bonus that is dog friendly. Mark & Kathryn well done on this wonderful establishment.

What a gem ! Great reviews on here so visited twice on a mini break . Ladies who run it are lovely and super friendly . Food cooked to perfection and at a very competitive price . Highly Reccomended !

We had loads of food from these guys at vegan campout amazing burgers great fries all food amazing can't rate these guys high enough 😋

We ate here last night, whilst on holiday in Charlestown. Cosy fish restaurant. Great views if weather is kind to sit outside. We had the mackerel to start. I had I’d say the best fish chowder I’ve ever had. And my husband had a special of Mackerel. It’s not cheap, but the food is great,the fish is fresh so therefore I think it’s value for money. Very delicious.

We stopped off today late afternoon for tea and cake. We were talked through the choices......oh my word I had the best cake I've ever eaten. The pumpkin cupcake, it was sooooo good I wanted more! My partner had the ginger cake and she thoroughly enjoyed hers! We were able to takeaway cakes to and was advised that pumpkin cupcake would be available until mid November. So we are all ready planning another visit! Thank you for today!

At first glance this place looked like a bustling cafe, with fresh cakes and a warm welcome, from great suggestions and fresh food this is the place to come in Hexham! I opted for a sausage and onion toastie with fries and a choccy milkshake whilst I was doing some work! Beautiful and very tasty! All the staff had big smiles, and time for each and every customer! Claire was especially helpful, making me a beautiful milkshake, and explaining what Rising Cafe is all about! All I can say is wow! Thank you so much and keep up the amazing work! It was lovely to spend an hour somewhere that was so full of laughter and good vibes! I will be back!

Visited half a dozen times in the last year. The owners know how to run a village pub/restaurant. Tastefully quirky interior design. Excellent but down to earth wine menu. Top quality cask ales. Dog friendly. Very convivial atmosphere and a range of seasonal events. But top of the shop s the quality of the food. Last night we had the best cheese soufflé ever. Then the tastiest lamb, perfectly cooked. It melted with tenderness and a happy organic rearing. The steak was sublime. We’ve covered many signature dishes in recent months and always come away delighted. Prices are reasonable for the quality delivered. Well done to the whole team. A must visit.