The best restaurants serving British food in England

The Artisan Tap is fast becoming one of our favourite music venues, offering an eclectic selection of folk, punk, rock & roll, plus much more. Not only does it offer great gigs, but it does so in an environment that feels somewhere between an American dive bar and an Alice in Wonderland tea shop. It does get crowded in there and it does sell out easily, but the squeeze is well worth it and it pays to plan ahead.

My favorite cafe.. good quality meat and happy service and the chef is spot on ..

Really amazing atmosphere and the staff are really friendly and really good service 👍

We visited last night for a party celebration, the food was absolutely beautiful, the pub is very cosy and the staff are absolutely fantastic. We will definitely be returning. Loved how with your main meal your 1st drink was included from a selection they had available. If you haven't visited you must give this little gem a go.

Been coming here for years great service and food Wendy and the girls offer a fantastic service always busy

I visited today with my partner and everything was delicious. Food was delicious, service was quick and menu was lovely and varied. We got 3 bagels to share as we couldn’t decide and they were all 10/10.

Lovely staff--nothing too much trouble. Tried a cake similar to a fat rascal but more moist with lots of almonds/pistachios.

It was a sad occasion, but uplifting and seeing friendly faces. It's a time to catch up and share many memories as Uncle would have wanted.

Excellent. Photo of menu posted as at November 2025.

After recently visiting Rafters, we had to try Rafters at Riverside. We decided on a Sunday lunch for my birthday. Myself, my husband and our 6 year old son were looked after by Alistair and his team, and we couldn’t fault a single thing! The service, the drinks and the food were all outstanding. It was without doubt the best Sunday lunch we’ve ever had, and our son absolutely loved it too. The wagyu beef and the Yorkshire pudding with a hidden surprise were delicious, and the children’s menu was fantastic too. We can’t wait to come again!

Beautiful fish and chips every time, no more to say.Boom.

Food and service are excellent We went early evening for their evening special. The choices were very good. We had the tartlet for starters and it was to die for, the pork was excellent, we finished off with the meringue and we were full up

Brilliant pub great atmosphere superb staff and friendly absolutely agree 👍👌

Fresh food, freshly prepared, great taste, can't fault the place, my go to in Macclesfield

Our regular start to the weekend.