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1. The Duncombe Arms

4.6

Exceptional(2261)

££££Price: Expensive

• British • Ashbourne

Booked 16 times today

The Duncombe Arms is a beautiful, traditional country pub situated at the heart of the lovely rural village of Ellastone on the Staffordshire / Derbyshire border. Located on the edge of the Peak District near the towns of Ashbourne and Uttoxeter it is a great place to visit providing a delightful setting in which to enjoy a drink, some lovely food, as well as a chat with friends or family.Come inside and enjoy a roaring log fire, sample our excellent range of beers and wines or enjoy fabulous food from our award-winning chef Scott Law. Or in the summer you can laze in our large garden overlooking the view to Worthy Island Wood.

2. The Star at Cotton

4.5

Awesome(39)

££££Price: Moderate

• Afternoon Tea • Cotton

Booked 38 times today

Discover The Star at Cotton in Staffordshire, where we serve fresh, locally sourced food and craft exquisite cocktails. Join us for a delightful dining experience in a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. Perfect for food lovers and cocktail enthusiasts.

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3. La Villa Verde

4.4

Awesome(505)

££££Price: Moderate

• Italian • Stoke-On-Trent

Booked 16 times today

“To bring you the taste we love, we source our fresh ingredients from Italy and carefully prepare it for a unique dinning experience🍝”

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4. Duck Goose

4.8

Exceptional(1134)

££££Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Leek

Booked 1 time today

Welcome to Duck Goose! *- Winners ‘Casual Dining Restaurant of the Year’ 22-23 & 23-24 - ENJOY STAFFORDSHIRE* Nestled in the heart of the market town Leek, Staffordshire Moorlands.Our professional kitchen brigade use seasonal and local food produce to create a familiar and flavourful lunch and dinner offering. Our dining room is cosy and comfortable, décor highlighting charming original features of our historic building, with a fantastic view of the traditional bustling market town. Dinner is a candle lit experience to create a perfectly relaxing atmosphere for yourself and your guests, with our attentive team looking after your every need. -Chef Patron: Chris Gallagher

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5. Lunar

4.4

Awesome(300)

££££Price: Expensive

• British • Stafford

Booked 5 times today

Awarded Best Independent Restaurant in Staffordshire 2023 & 2 AA Rosettes in 2024; Lunar is a modern dining experience that focuses on quality at the historic & luxurious site of World of Wedgwood, Staffordshire.A Bar & Brasserie themed to celebrate the past, present and the future right in the creative county of Staffordshire. Lunar serves great quality and is a beautiful experiential venue housing an abundance of artwork curated by local gallery, Barewall of Burslem, Stoke on Trent.All food and beverages are served on Wedgwood tableware and Waterford crystal glassware offering a truly unique and quality experience.

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6. BEAR Ashbourne

4.1

Excellent(119)

££££Price: Moderate

• Cafe Dining • Ashbourne

Booked 4 times today

BEAR Ashbourne is housed in the historic ex-Bennetts department store, breathing new life in to the space whilst taking care to preserve any historic architectural features that remain. BEAR was born on the Staffordshire / Derbyshire border, so investing in such an iconic location in Ashbourne feels like a great way to pay homage to the space and our history across the two counties.From brunch to burgers, and coffee to cocktails, BEAR Ashbourne is open 7 days a week and has everything you need to move from day to night. ✨

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7. BEAR Uttoxeter

4.3

Awesome(1)

££££Price: Moderate

• Cafe Dining • Uttoxeter

Booked 3 times today

Welcome to BEAR's hometown; birthplace of our very first store.BEAR Uttoxeter is set inside a once iconic retail space which lay derelict for over 5 years, finally opening its doors in February 2016.Co-Founders Craig & Michael grew up together in Uttoxeter, so we're not exaggerating when we say our hearts & souls have been poured in to this place!

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8. The Devonshire Arms

4.3

Awesome(327)

££££Price: Expensive

• Pub • Hartington

Booked 9 times today

Kieran, Dallas, and the team welcome you to our beautiful pub. Recently refurbished, the Devonshire sits right in the heart of Hartington, the beautiful village at the northern end of Dovedale in the scenic and ever popular Derbyshire Peak District.The Devonshire Arms is the perfect place to stop and relax whilst visiting the area for a tasty lunch, whether by yourself or with friends and family. We serve a delicious seasonal local menu with something for everyone. From the bar you’ll find a range of cask ales, craft beer, lager and cider alongside an extensive selection of wines, gins and soft drinks.We do not take bookings for lunch Mon-Sat, we operate a walk in service only.*** OUR LARGEST TABLE OFFERING IS A MAXIMUM OF 8 WHICH IS BOOKABLE ONLINE****** PLEASE NOTE SUNDAY ROASTS HAVE NOW STOPPED UNTIL OCTOBER ***

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9. Hawksmoor Manchester

4.7

Exceptional(10509)

££££Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Manchester

Booked 182 times today

Located next door to Spinningfields, we aim to serve the best steaks in Manchester. Sunday Roasts or for those looking for a casual bite, a set menu is available.

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10. The Ivy Brasserie, Spinningfields

4.6

Exceptional(11523)

££££Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Manchester

Booked 194 times today

The Ivy Spinningfields features a ground floor brasserie, first floor private dining room, an opulent Asian bar and restaurant on the second floor and a sumptuous Roof Garden on the top floor.

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George
Tucson •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Exqusite rib-eye. The host was not very welcoming in seating us but then he got much better as he served us. We left very happy. We very definitely will return!
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The Duncombe ArmsPrice: Expensive• British• Ashbourne
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4.6
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PATRICIA
Staffordshire •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We came for Christmas day lunch, our first time at this restaurant. Everyone were so welcoming, and the restaurant looked lovely. The food and service were outstanding, and the cocktails were probably the best I have had. We will definitely return.
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La Villa VerdePrice: Moderate• Italian• Stoke-On-Trent
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4.4
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Ann
Derbyshire •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Always a fabulous welcome at the Star. Every customer treated like royalty. The food is on another level. Lovely friendly welcoming staff. The tables a well placed, we’ve never felt “crammed in”. The Star at Cotton always go above and beyond.
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The Star at CottonPrice: Moderate• Afternoon Tea• Cotton
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4.5
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Karen
North Wales •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
The whole experience was wonderful right from the start. The food looked too good to eat, and was a wonderful taste explosion. Can’t wait to return
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LunarPrice: Expensive• British• Stafford
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4.4
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Nicholas
Staffordshire •1 review
5.0
Dined on 21 Dec 2024
Really pleased with the service, food was really good, overall was a really pleasant experience which we will like to repeat.
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Duck GoosePrice: Expensive• Bistro• Leek
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4.8

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