Britain’s dining scene is thriving in 2025—from royal grandeur in London to rustic brilliance in the North. Check out where foodies are flocking:
1. The Ritz (London)
Crowned UK Restaurant of the Year at the National Restaurant Awards 2025, The Ritz earned its second Michelin star under Chef John Williams. Expect classic French–British elegance: beef Wellington, Bresse duck, and impeccable silver‑service glamour
2. Moor Hall (Aughton, Lancashire)
Newly elevated to three Michelin stars, Moor Hall dazzles with produce‑driven menus like scallops on fermented grains. Its Chef‑of‑the‑Year, Mark Birchall, champions sustainability from 16th‑century manor to plate
3. The Ledbury (London)
This Notting Hill icon reclaimed its three Michelin stars and came third in the National Restaurant Awards. Brett Graham dazzles with seasonal modern‑European tasting menus
4. L’Enclume (Cartmel, Cumbria)
Simon Rogan’s farm‑to‑table temple boasts three Michelin stars, with vegetables, foraged ingredients, and meat grown just outside the door
5. The Fat Duck (Bray, Berkshire)
A pioneer of molecular gastronomy, Heston Blumenthal’s flagship remains one of Britain’s only three‑star wonders, offering whimsical dishes like bacon‑and‑egg ice‑cream
6. Core by Clare Smyth (London)
Led by Britain’s only female chef with three Michelin stars, Clare Smyth’s Notting Hill gem showcases pure, ingredient‑driven brilliance
7. Hélène Darroze at The Connaught (London)
A harmonious marriage of French technique and top-notch British produce, this Mayfair stalwart holds three stellar Michelin ratings
8. Restaurant Sat Bains (Nottingham)
Topped the SquareMeal UK Top 100 in 2025, earning praise for 25 years of inventive tasting menus served with a democratic no‑booking‑–just‑queue ethos
9. Ragù (Bristol)
Grace Dent names Ragù a must‑visit: minimalist Italian in a shipping container, offering venison rump, artichoke fritti, and rich desserts around a £30 set‑lunch price
10. Lyla (Edinburgh)
Edinburgh’s top pick in 2025, Lyla delivers elegant fine‑dining with standout dishes like smoked trout chawanmushi and langoustine – a Scottish sensation
Why These Stand Out
- Unmatched pedigree: Icons like The Fat Duck, Ledbury, Core, and Sat Bains blend tradition with innovation.
- New stars shining: Moor Hall’s meteoric rise confirms excellence beyond London.
- Regional vibrancy: From Bristol’s Ragù to Edinburgh’s Lyla, excellence is flourishing nationwide.
Final Take
In 2025, the UK dining scene is a tapestry of grandeur and innovation. Whether you crave palace‑like refinement at The Ritz or creative boldness at Moor Hall, Britain is at the culinary forefront.