National Restaurant Awards 2021

by OpenTable

Updated 17 August 2021

The National Restaurant Awards 2021 – brought to you by BigHospitality – celebrate the brilliance and vibrancy of the UK restaurant scene, and reward the very best chefs and operators from across the UK.

Moor Hall Restaurant

0 (0)

£41 and over

British

Ormskirk

About the restaurant

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CORE by Clare Smyth

4.8

4.8 (3556)

£41 and over

British

Notting Hill

About the restaurant

food was amazing, service was great, would go back again and again!

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CHRISTINE

Dined 7 days ago

This was our first time at Core and it lived up to all expectations, from the moment we arrived till we left everything was first class. We went to celebrate a special birthday and everyone at Core ensured it was a very enjoyable occasion.

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The Quality Chop House

4.8

4.8 (2568)

£41 and over

British

Farringdon

About the restaurant

The Quality Chop House celebrated its 150th anniversary in 2019.

Our menus are seasonally-focused and change daily based around the best produce delivered each morning.

We suggest bookings, but do take walk-ins.

In addition to our a la carte menu, we offer a £29 set lunch menu (January to November), and on Sunday lunches we serve a splendid roast.

If you are interested in a table for more than 6 guests, we have a Private Dining Room that seats up to 14. A seasonal feasting menu is available. For more information please give us a call.

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James

Dined 3 days ago

Amazing food. Everything was delicious. The staff were welcoming and attentive. Service was perfect. The atmosphere is great and not too noisy. Loved the mismatched plates. Would highly recommend the Barnsley chop.

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Popular dish

Confit Potatoes

Popular dish

Capezzana olive oil ice cream

Frog by Adam Handling

4.9

4.9 (3422)

£41 and over

British

Covent Garden

About the restaurant

Michelin starred Frog by Adam Handling is a place to really submerge yourself in a theatrical show. You’re facing the kitchen, the chefs come to your table and you are able to really interact with every member of the team. Frog is luxury in an environment where you feel comfortable being whoever you are and where all elements in the restaurant are connected to offer a truly memorable experience.

The dishes are very emotional and they all mean something to Adam. Each and every one of the dishes has a story behind it, whether it’s a memory from Adam’s childhood or something that has inspired him or the team.

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Alex

Dined 4 days ago

An incredible evening had on Valentine’s Day with amazing food, helpful staff and wonderful atmosphere. All I would say is for those who enjoy fine dining, this is an absolute must! Thank you Adam and the team.

Silo London

4.8

4.8 (102)

£41 and over

Modern European

Hackney

About the restaurant

The worlds first Zero Waste restaurant, Silo's menu is an expression of natural farming and closed loop cooking, demonstrating quality within sustainability.
Situated in Hackney Wick overlooking the River Lea, the restaurant features an open and spacious, relaxed dining room, counter seating around the kitchen and hearth, as well as a private dining room.
Awarded with a Green Michelin Star.

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Darren

Dined 6 days ago

What an incredible experience. Incredible food, fantastic service (although some staff spoke very softly). It's pricey but doing things properly is.

Casa

4.7

4.7 (390)

£26 to £40

Italian

Bristol

About the restaurant

Reimagining their much-loved restaurant, Casa will offer a contemporary, accessible, yet refined take on traditional Italian dining, acting as a sibling to Peter’s Michelin-starred Spanish institution Paco Tapas next door. The 66-cover restaurant will offer a similarly relaxed environment in which to enjoy a dynamic menu created by Peter and Executive Chef Joel Breakwell.

Dishes will be made using high quality ingredients from the very best Italian and British producers, working with many of the same local suppliers that the team have partnered with for years. As a nod to the original Casamia

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Megan

Dined on 11 Oct 2024

Outstanding from start to finish. Did the 95pp tasting menu and every single dish was cooked to perfection with the best ingredients! Great wine recommendation and the service was on point. 110 percent recommend 👌

St. JOHN Smithfield

4.8

4.8 (4156)

£41 and over

British

Farringdon

About the restaurant

Fergus Henderson’s original home of “Nose to Tail Eating” opened in a former smokehouse around the corner from Smithfield Market in 1994.

Celebrating the finest of indigenous British produce and making the most of what is seasonally best whilst applying straight forward cooking techniques, St. John is now celebrated as one of the 50 Best Restaurants in the World and in 2009 was awarded its first Michelin Star.

Nose to tail eating means that, where appropriate, every part of the animal should be put to good use in the kitchen and so along with Roast Beef and Lemon Sole, diners will find Rolled Pig’s Spleen, Kidneys and Ox Heart, Liver and Chitterlings as well as the Roast Bone Marrow & Parsley Salad, something of a ‘signature’ dish.

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Tricia

Dined 1 day ago

Loved everything about it. Can't be improved upon. Fabulous food, great service and the look is perfect

Claude Bosi at Bibendum

4.7

4.7 (1711)

£41 and over

French

South Kensington

About the restaurant

Welcome to our two Michelin starred, signature restaurant.

Located on the 1st floor of Michelin House, captivating stained glass windows boast a beautiful setting to arguably one of the most attractive dining rooms there is.

Claude Bosi's cuisine is reassuringly simple, allowing ingredients to be highlighted by their own seasonal qualities.

He runs an immaculately presented kitchen, which provides a fascinating backdrop to the guests' dining experience.

The knowledgeable front-of-house team are guided by Lorenzo Bigicchi, and the wine list is curated between Claude Bosi and his head sommelier Elio Machiné.

Please note when visiting us, the entrance to our Claude Bosi restaurant is located on Sloane Avenue.

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michael

Dined 1 day ago

The service was immaculate and food was heavenly. Bibendum's are our designated special occasion dining venue.

The Freemasons at Wiswell

4.7

4.7 (2495)

£26 to £40

British

Clitheroe

About the restaurant

Welcome to Freemasons at Wiswell, where fabulous food is served in an elegant and relaxed rural setting. The inn is located in the 'chocolate box' village of Wiswell, near Clitheroe, in the picturesque Ribble Valley.
Since our transformation and reopening in the summer of 2009, we have created a loyal clientele and a genuine home-from-home atmosphere. Flag stone floors, walls in muted heritage colours, antique rugs and furniture, period paintings and prints all unite to create a stylish and comfortable setting. Our bar has an excellent selection of traditional cask conditioned ales from award-winning independent breweries and is complemented by a superb cellar with over 250 wines from around the world.
While the surroundings and welcome are inviting, the main reason to visit is, of course, our food.

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Peter

Dined 6 days ago

Wonderful experience only complaint my partner complained too much gravy with the steak pudding.My meals were superb no complaints.

SOLA SOHO

4.5

4.5 (464)

£41 and over

Californian

Soho

About the restaurant

1 Michelin Star, creative Californian cooking by Victor Garvey - in an elegant, intimate dining room in the heart of Soho, where abundant plants and sculptural lighting evoke the lush greenery and sunshine of The Golden State. SOLA celebrates the modern cuisine of America's Pacific West Coast, bringing a taste of California to Soho, via LA.

Private dining room available;
Lunch menu: £74, wine pairing £59;
Pre-theatre menu: £74
Tasting menu: £159, wine pairing £199;

* Please note we can accommodate most dietary requirements with enough notice.

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Sarah

Dined 4 days ago

Absolutely amazing food and wonderful service. Was a fantastic evening. Definitely recommend.

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Experience

Michelin Starred Pre Theatre in the Heart of Soho!

Bentley's Oyster Bar & Grill

4.6

4.6 (2719)

£41 and over

Seafood

Mayfair

About the restaurant

Nestled on Swallow Street, Mayfair, Bentley's epitomises timeless elegance with a century-long tradition of celebrating Champagne and Oysters. Still shucking over 1000 oysters a day, Chef Richard Corrigan has led Bentley's since 2005, curating a menu that pays homage to its heritage with a diverse selection of oysters, wild seafood, and premium cuts sourced from the British & Irish Isles.

Bentley's stands as an iconic London restaurant restored in 2005 under Corrigan's visionary leadership. The acclaimed venue offers a warm, friendly ambiance with linen-clad tables, wooden floors, an enviable art collection and a heated terrace.

Explore our four exclusive private dining options, from The Crustacea accommodating up to 14 guests, while the Swallow Street Rooms, with a private bar and street entrance, host events for up to 60. Experience Bentley's, where history, gastronomy, and hospitality converge for an unforgettable dining experience.

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Daniel

Dined 4 days ago

From start to finish the experience was 1st class. The head waiter knew everything there was to know about the restaurant and menu and made it and amazing experience. The amazing food and oysters were only topped by the service we experienced. Highly reccomend

Opheem

4.9

4.9 (1451)

£41 and over

Indian

Birmingham

About the restaurant

When you come to Opheem, you get an insight into the inner workings of my mind. We’re striving to push the boundaries with Indian flavours, but with cooking techniques from all over the world, some traditional, and some very modern. At Opheem, I’ll be using the same paints as I’ve always done, to create a very different picture, on a very, very different canvas. Why? Because to evolve and adapt is what makes us human, and cooking is what sets us apart from the animals.

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Paul

Dined 3 days ago

Outstanding food and service. Well looked after and the wines were perfectly matched to the food

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Experience

Opheem & the Macallan Experience

The Fordwich Arms Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (75)

£41 and over

Gastro Pub

Canterbury

About the restaurant

The Michelin Starred, Fordwich Arms, located in the smallest town in England, dates as far back as 1828. Draped in ivory and wisteria in the most picturesque location over looking the Great River Stour, the perfect setting for an idyllic summers lunch. Boasting open fireplaces for the colder winter months, creating a cosy and welcoming ambiance.
Daniel and Natasha Smith took over The Fordwich Arms in 2017 and were awarded a Michelin Star within the first year, as well as being in the top 100 gastro pubs in the UK, multiple culinary awards, notable wine awards and various other accredits, a testament to their hair work and talent.
The seasonal menus focus on provenance, showcasing the best of local Kentish ingredients, sourced directly from local farms and producers. Dan's cooking is accomplished yet approachable, served in a relaxed pub environment with a choice of a la carte or tasting menus.

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CharlotteVIP

Dined 5 days ago

What a beautiful place and a fancy menu that actually tastes good! This is the second time I have been to the Fordwich Arms and both times the food and the service have been second to none. You can get a beautiful fine dining type experience for £250 (including a couple of drinks) that rivals some of the top London restaurants. FIVE STARS

Sticky Walnut

4.8

4.8 (2811)

£26 to £40

Bistro

Chester

About the restaurant

Welcome to Sticky Walnut, from the team behind Hispi, Burnt Truffle and Wreckfish. We look forward to welcoming you soon.

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Richard

Dined on 6 Feb 2025

Lovely meal in an excellent restaurant. Helpful service.

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Midsummer House Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (391)

£41 and over

British

Cambridge

About the restaurant

As Midsummer House forges ahead into its third decade, Daniel Clifford’s elegant, sophisticated modern British cooking continues to evolve. For over twenty years, passion and creativity have skilfully shaped the menu at Midsummer House, showcasing the finest seasonal produce and offering a contemporary British dining experience of the highest quality.

Important: Foods in this restaurant are processed in a kitchen that produces dishes with milk, wheat, soybean, fish, nuts, eggs, and egg products.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 4 days ago

Magnificent evening from start to finish. Taster Menu with the flight of wine beyond our expectations. The food most definitely well deserving of Michelin 2 stars possibly 3 ? Very knowledgeable waiter who spent time going through every course we were to be delighted with and spoke with passion regarding each dish. The food was literally works of Art in our opinion We simply could not have had a more enjoyable evening. Thank you Chef.

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Experience

£95 Weekday Lunch Menu

Experience

£160 Lunch Tasting Menu

Experience

£160 Early Dinner (Limited availability)

The Crown - Burchetts Green

4.7

4.7 (290)

£26 to £40

British

Maidenhead

About the restaurant

Welcome to The Crown at Burchetts Green.

My aim has always been to offer beautiful food in an authentic English pub. Dishes that are heart-warming, seasonal, and packed with flavor. All I wanted was for our guests to return home happy and contented! This aim established our reputation and remains firmly in place today.

At The Crown, our hospitality will be based on exactly these principles - seasoned, I hope, with a pinch of added ambition in the kitchen. And on the floor front-of-house, you will be greeted and looked after by Amber Flint and her team.
We look forward to welcoming you and cooking for you very soon.

Dominic Chapman

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STEVAN

Dined 4 days ago

Great experience the menu was interesting and the food full of flavour and with reasonable pricing on the fixed price menu. A GREAT find.

Harwood Arms

4.8

4.8 (3652)

£41 and over

Gastro Pub

Fulham

About the restaurant

The Harwood Arms re-opened in September 2008 after some much needed refurbishment.
This rural haven in the middle of Fulham is a collaboration between Brett Graham of the famed Ledbury restaurant, Mike Robinson of the acclaimed Pot Kiln pub in rural Berkshire and Edwin Vaux from the famous Vaux brewery.
The idea is to provide Londoners with a really relaxed venue for eating the finest British produce, cooked amazingly well, accompanied by excellent beer and wine at a great price.

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JoniVIP

Dined 2 days ago

The food and service are exactly what you’d expect from a good Gastro pub, however, it doesn’t do much beyond that. You’d get just as good a meal at a Gastro pub nearby, but here, you’re paying at least £20 more per person for a roast that has a Michelin Star. The experience doesn’t quite justify the inflated price.

Trinity

4.9

4.9 (3594)

£41 and over

European

Clapham

About the restaurant

Trinity reopened in October 2015 with the same ethos, culture and team whilst recreating a new and refreshing backdrop - retaining its sophistication and remaining a restaurant of significance in Clapham.
An alfresco dining area accommodates 16 guests, the dining room seating 40 guests that now have a clear view into an open plan kitchen with banquette seating surrounded by the soft hues of jade green and dusty heather pink.
Staying true to his style of cookery, the new menu will focus on Adam’s interpretation of great classics in a relaxed and approachable setting.
The kitchen presents a four course a la carte menu for a set price of £70 for lunch and £120 for dinner. The wine list continues to offer great value with the Chef's Cellar List (just add VAT and corkage), increasing both our quantity and quality and a overall extension to the main wine list of up to 400 bins now on display in the feature wine cellar on the ground floor.

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Roisin

Dined 2 days ago

Incredible food at a beautiful restaurant in the heart of Clapham old town down. The lunch menu was super value at £90 for 4 courses. The wine list is extensive with so much variety, not many bottles on the cheaper side but expected at a Michelin restaurant. The honey soufflé made from locally sourced Clapham bees was a lovely touch. Can’t wait to go again!

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Trinity Beef Tartare - 5 supp

The Grill by Tom Booton

4.4

4.4 (183)

£41 and over

British

Mayfair

About the restaurant

Introducing a new name to London’s finest restaurant portfolio, The Grill by Tom Booton is a modern British restaurant, boldly driving destination dining forward into a fresh era of creativity. Head chef Tom Booton is one of the London food scene’s most exciting talents and, with his dynamic team, promises fantastic food served with true care, splendid service, and a dash of the extraordinary thrown in for good measure.

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MarkVIP

Dined on 30 Nov 2024

This was a very memorable experience. The food was spectacular and the staff was always there without being intrusive. Not an inexpensive dinner but well worth it

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Experience

Set lunch menu experience

Experience

Set dinner menu experience

Hélène Darroze at The Connaught

4.7

4.7 (804)

£41 and over

French

Mayfair

About the restaurant

Hélène Darroze at The Connaught is an elegant expression of craft. Warm and intimate yet bold and modern, every element is bespoke – from the Pierre Yovanovitch interiors to Hélène’s personally tailored menus, grounded in seasonal British produce, infused with French flair and shaped around you.

Our Chef’s Table puts you metres from the inventiveness and precision of the Hélène Darroze kitchen. Talk to the chefs at the pass, enjoy one-of-a-kind service and witness culinary creativity first-hand.

And for a more personalised dining experience with a difference, embark on a journey into the ultimate exploration of The Connaught wines at The Sommelier’s Table. Led by your private sommelier and accompanied by perfectly matched, Michelin-starred dishes, this is a truly bespoke dining experience.

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David

Dined on 28 Jan 2025

An amazing experience. We did the 7 course tasting and were beyond shocked and the meal. Everything was perfect.

Decimo at The Standard, London

4.1

4.1 (797)

£41 and over

Contemporary Mexican

King's Cross

About the restaurant

Michelin-starred Chef Peter Sanchez-Iglesias merges the Spanish cuisine of his family with his love of Mexico for his debut London restaurant, Decimo.

Expect lots of flavour - Gambas Rojas, mezcal cocktails, and a dramatically different tortilla. Situated on the 10th floor of The Standard, London, Decimo is uniquely positioned with floor-to-ceiling windows and dramatic views across the London skyline and is accessible by our exterior red-pill lift.

Please note: The last booking for children under 16 is 6pm

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Lee

Dined 4 days ago

We loved our evening at Decimo. The experience was made even better by our amazing waitress, Ellie. This place remains one of those rare but worthwhile treats in London.

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Experience

LNER Perk - £30 Express Menu

Experience

Late Night Sobremesa at Decimo

Restaurant Gordon Ramsay

4.7

4.7 (1953)

£25 and under

Unspecified

Chelsea

About the restaurant

Welcome back to Restaurant Gordon Ramsay. Established in 1998, Gordon set up his first wholly owned restaurant, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay, in Chelsea. Combining an intimate ambience with exquisite French cuisine. By 2001 the restaurant had gained three Michelin stars, which the establishment retains today.

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Pete

Dined 7 days ago

Second time we have been to Ramseys and won’t be our last Made our 25th anniversary very special

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Experience

Inspiration Table

The Little Fish Market

4.8

4.8 (21)

£41 and over

Fish

Hove

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of Brighton, The Little Fish Market is a renowned seafood restaurant known for its fresh, seasonal offerings and warm ambiance. The menu features a delightful range of meticulously prepared fish and shellfish, sourced locally to ensure top quality and sustainability. The restaurant’s inviting atmosphere complements its creative, flavourful dishes, offering a refined yet relaxed dining experience. With attentive service and a thoughtfully selected wine list, The Little Fish Market is a must-visit for seafood lovers and anyone seeking an exceptional meal.

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andrew

Dined 5 days ago

Had fantastic tasting menu at Little Fish Market The flavours were amazing and the fish was so fresh. Would definitely recommend anyone to go and try their amazing menu We will be returning next time we are in Brighton

Café Deco

4.9

4.9 (46)

£41 and over

European

Fitzrovia

About the restaurant

Café Deco is a restaurant & wine bar in Bloomsbury. We serve classic, broadly European food, with a focus on the best possible ingredients. To keep in step with the seasons - and to keep life interesting - we change our menu every week. And we do the same with our wines too - sourcing the most delicious bottles we can find from small producers who work with minimal intervention, sustainably and with respect for the land and the vine. Our list is always changing and we love nothing more than to help you pick the perfect thing to drink.

Nestled in our little corner of central London, our terrace buzzes on warm sunny days into the evening and inside hums to the sound of conversation all year. We want you to feel welcome, looked after and at home.

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Edina

Dined 1 day ago

It’s such a lovely atmosphere, quite romantic actually. The staff is super lovely and we got a great recommendation from the extensive wine list. The food was nice, we opted not to have a main and just share some starters. Probably should’ve had a main. It’s a great choice for being able to hear each other and the vibes alone. Everything else is a bonus.

Akoko

4.8

4.8 (212)

£41 and over

African

Fitzrovia

About the restaurant

Akoko brings a taste of West Africa to London. Combining the freshest seasonal local produce with vivid aromas and authentic spices, the restaurant offers a unique window on the still relatively unknown cuisine of West Africa, in a stylish and relaxed interior, right in the heart of Fitzrovia.

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OpenTable DinerVIP

Dined on 5 Jun 2024

It was an absolutely amazing experience! Highly recommend

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