Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in Cambridge/Cambridgeshire

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Updated 05 January 2025

Looking for restaurants that are the best hot spots in Cambridge/Cambridgeshire? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

The White Swan

4.7

4.7 (300)

£25 and under

British

Woodnewton

About the restaurant

The White Swan Woodnewton is a multi award winning gastro pub serving a popular menu with quality dishes for everyone's taste - from burger and pizza through to tapas, Greek, Chinese & Mexican dishes.
The White Swan was built in 1790 and has had a £150,000 refurbishment inside and out to create a contemporary space whilst retaining the history of the building.

Best Village Pub & Restaurant 2023 - East of England
Tripadvisor Traveller Choice Winner 2023
Northamptonshire Family Friendly Pub Of The Year 2021 & 2022
Best Gourmet Dining Restaurant & Village Pub - Northamptonshire 2020

Top review

Summer

Dined 2 days ago

They were so welcoming and made everything so easy which isn’t always the case when you mix large numbers of family, kids and pets The food was delicious and the staff were so lovely and accommodating We chose to come back here after an excellent meal a few years ago and did not regret it one bit

Sticks'n'Sushi - Cambridge

4.7

4.7 (101)

£26 to £40

Sushi

Cambridge

About the restaurant

Just a short walk from the prestigious Cambridge University and across from the Corn Exchange, we offer a vibrant dining experience in a historic setting. Enjoy our quality sushi and grilled sticks amidst student chatter, shoppers and locals alike. A sushi restaurant - even for those that don't like fish.

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Alison

Dined 7 days ago

Amazing food as always . Love the variety, it means you can try various dishes . Would highly recommend. We were a table of 4 , one vegetarian, one pescatarian and two meat eaters. Something for everyone .

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Lunch & Early Evening Sticks Set Menu £19.50

Pho Cambridge

4.5

4.5 (570)

£25 and under

Vietnamese

Cambridge

About the restaurant

LOUD, VIBRANT, DELICIOUS...Situated on Wheeler Street in the centre of Cambridge, Pho is a healthy Vietnamese restaurant that specialise in pho noodle soup, the national dish of Vietnam. Aside from pho, you can also expect to find amazing starters, healthy salads, hearty rice bowls and decadent curries. They have a range of freshly made juices and also Vietnamese beers and a large wine and cocktail list. Pho’s menu is 40% vegan and nearly entirely gluten-free too. They also have an accessible kids’ menu where children can get a meal and a drink for £6.95.

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Dan

Dined 2 days ago

We visited Pho Cambridge to celebrate a birthday and it was great. The team struck the perfect balance of being attentive without overdoing it - if you know what I mean. Good selection of food. I’d definitely recommend sharing starters. Personal favourites were the Beef Betel and the Chicken and Shrimp Cơm Chiên if you like some spice. We also had our dog with us and the staff were really accommodating. Brought him a bowl of water as well which was a nice touch.

The Ivy Cambridge Brasserie

4.4

4.4 (10466)

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

Cambridge

About the restaurant

The Ivy Cambridge Brasserie serves all-encompassing, contemporary British menu.

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Viven

Dined 2 days ago

Great evening indeed celebrating my daughter's birthday.

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Experience

Breakfast Set Menu

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The Ivy Cambridge Afternoon Tea

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Sunday Steak Supper

Parker's Tavern

4.2

4.2 (2383)

£26 to £40

British

Cambridge

About the restaurant

A restaurant and bar located within the new University Arms hotel on Parker’s Piece, Cambridge.
Parker’s Tavern serves modern British comfort food sourced from field, fen and England’s seas.
The menu changes with the seasons, every dish representing a return to good, unpretentious British cooking, conjured by a spectacular chef.

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Dianne

Dined on 11 Jan 2025

We had a lovely evening, the food was delicious. Great atmosphere and the staff attentive. It was our anniversary and they had put rose petals on our table and after our meal they brought us a glass of bubbly each and a chocolate with a candle . This was a lovely gesture and really made our night.

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Turkuaz Social Cambridge

4.2

4.2 (58)

£25 and under

Turkish

Cambridge

About the restaurant

Turkuaz brings the authentic flavours of the Mediterranean to Cambridge.

Every dish we prepare is a testament to the rich heritage and culinary traditions of the region. We take pride in using the freshest ingredients and traditional cooking methods to ensure every bite is packed with authentic flavours.

For Large bookings please call 01223 658210

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Pat

Dined 6 days ago

The food and service were incredible. Will definitely be back

The Anchor Pub

4.1

4.1 (630)

£25 and under

Contemporary British

Cambridge

About the restaurant

(We unfortunately cannot reserve our terrace tables, any bookings will have a table reserved inside although guests are more than welcome to sit at a table on our riverside terrace if one is available upon arrival)

Set on the bank of the beautiful river Cam in the historic city of Cambridge, The Anchor pub, dining room & river terrace is a stone’s throw away from the world famous Queens college & its stunning Mathematical Bridge.

We serve fresh seasonal food using locally sourced ingredients, cask conditioned real ales, craft beers, wines from a carefully chosen innovative wine list. We provide friendly knowledgeable & relaxed service in picturesque surroundings.

Escape to our dining room where you can guarantee a fabulous view or experience al fresco dining overlooking the river during the summer months.

Why not spend an afternoon or the evening with us, take a punt on the river then enjoy a meal with us either before or after

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Amy

Dined on 11 Jan 2025

Table for two as a couple weekend away. Amazing food. I had steak sandwich partner had burger. Most amazing flavours and the desserts were delicious. Staff friendly downstairs and up. Will be coming again

Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Cambridge

4.1

4.1 (1416)

£25 and under

British

Cambridge

About the restaurant

Take a punt at Bill's next time you're in Cambridge. It's one of our most tucked away, historic restaurants and we think you'll agree it's pretty special. Whether you're a gown-wearing student or a coat-wearing visitor, we've got a table for you.

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LouiseVIP

Dined on 1 Jan 2025

Ordered smashed avocado on sourdough with poached eggs and dude of sweet potato fries . Eggs perfectly runny , plentiful avacado . Amy our server returned without fuss the fries ( not quite cooked ) returning them quickly perfectly crisp and cooked . Partners chicken schwarmer lovely . His smoothie was delicious and he said best coffee he'd had in ages . Amy the server attentive but not hastley . Chelsea the manager seated us away from a few noisier patrons and was efficient and friendly in equal measure . Great anniversary brunch thank you .

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January Group Dining Menu

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January Small Group Dining Menu

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Small Group Dining Menu

The Orator

4.1

4.1 (494)

£25 and under

Contemporary British

Cambridge

About the restaurant

Nothing delights quite like The Orator, serving up contemporary British food, cocktails, beer and wine. Set in a stunning Victorian gothic venue with high ceilings bathed in swathes of natural light.

We can offer private dining for up to 20 in our private Dining Room used to host guests of the Cambridge Union Society, recently including Dua Lipa and Robert de Niro. For larger groups, we have a number of different rooms throughout the venue to cater for any occasion.
Speak to our events team at enquiries@theoratorcambridge.co.uk for more information on all private hire options.

Top review

Clement

Dined on 22 Dec 2024

The food was totally incredible.... really. Was so surprised to get this level of food for the price and location. Do not be deceived the menu is simple, but totally delivers. Cannot recommend enough - brilliant restaurant !

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Popular dish

Brisket Burger

Carluccio's - Cambridge

3.8

3.8 (806)

£26 to £40

Italian

Cambridge

About the restaurant

Here at Carluccio's, we’ve always been true to our Italian heritage and what food really means to us. The best ingredients, from the best regions, cooked with love.

We’re in the heart of the city, next to the Cambridge University buildings.

We’re open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner Monday to Sunday. We cater for vegetarians and those who are following a gluten-free diet, with options for both on our menu.

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Maria

Dined 2 days ago

Food and service was excellent overall. Booked table two days before and were greeted to very friendly helpful staff. The whole experience was seamless

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Popular dish

Chicken Milanese

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