Diners' Choice: Innovative restaurants in Warwickshire

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Updated 05 December 2024

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The Royal Oak

4.9

4.9 (105)

£41 and over

Farm-to-table

Shipston-On-Stour

About the restaurant

Solanche, Richard, and the team at The Royal Oak are proud to offer Michelin-starred dining at our village pub, between Shipston on Stour and Stratford upon Avon, on the edge of the Cotswolds. Since 2019, we’ve been dedicated to exceptional food in a community-focused setting.

Alongside our Michelin-starred dining room, we have a relaxed bar with a pool table and darts, creating a space for everyone. Our menu celebrates terroir-driven, ‘proper country food,’ focusing on wild, seasonal ingredients. Our aim is simple: to tell the story of our community and the local producers we work with.

The menu changes with the seasons, with some dishes lasting six weeks to highlight the peak of their season, while others may be available for just a week or even a single service—a fleeting, micro-seasonal snapshot. This approach supports sustainable land and woodland management, honours the natural balance of the land, and reflects our commitment to preserving it for future generations.

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Amanda

Dined on 12 Dec 2024

Fabulous food in a relaxed setting. Friendly, professional service. Definitely would recommend and we will return.

The Bulls Head

4.8

4.8 (678)

£25 and under

Thai

Henley-in-Arden

About the restaurant

Enjoy exquisite, authentic Thai cuisine & the service you deserve, in our delightful, old-world heritage pub.
With great ales, drafts, crafts & wine, as well as some of your Great British pub grub favourites, there's really no reason not to visit The Bull's Head.
Our team of devoted Thai chefs offer an enticing menu of signature & special dishes, quickly earning us a noteworthy reputation.
We welcome you to join us. Experience our informal, attentive service & authentic Thai cuisine within our fabulous, historical 400 year old Inn.

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James

Dined 3 days ago

The food and services was excellent as usual, unfortunately where we were sat it was quite chilly.

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4.8

4.8 (303)

£41 and over

Basque

Leamington Spa

About the restaurant

Experience the vibrant and honest flavours of Spain using the finest local ingredients alongside authentic, lovingly sourced Spanish produce.
Our beautiful surroundings and relaxing space, create the perfect dining experience.

Book online for up to 5 guests.
For 6 guests or more, please call: 01926 771414 or email: hola@baserrikitchen.com

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 5 days ago

We have been to Baser many times, this time it was a Xmas menu which was over the moon, every dish was perfect. We are Spanish and I have no doubt to say that this is without any doubt one of the best restaurants I have been to. Never, ever disappoints us. Bravo to all the team!

The Cross at Kenilworth

4.8

4.8 (418)

£41 and over

British

Kenilworth

About the restaurant

Located in the historic town of Kenilworth in the heart of Warwickshire, The Cross is an award-winning pub that combines Michelin-starred food with a welcoming, relaxed atmosphere.

Under the guidance of chef-director Adam Bennett, we have held a Michelin star for over nine years and are proud to boast three AA Rosettes. We received a Good Food Award Gold Seal in 2021.

The Cross is housed in a Grade II listed 19th-century inn and has been sympathetically restored to retain its heritage alongside contemporary touches that make it a fabulous place to enjoy great food, a casual atmosphere and informal but attentive service.

Our main dining room is a former school room that leads to a cosy and welcoming bar - previously a butcher's shop.

Another dining room overlooks the pass, where guests can glimpse the team of chefs busily at work.

We have a green and spacious pub garden, perfect for aperitifs, cocktails and post-dinner drinks.

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Ian

Dined 4 days ago

Everything we would have hoped for plus a little bit extra. All staff were attentive and they went that extra mile by recognising it was our anniversary. The food was the best we have ever had. Thanks to everyone at The Cross.

The Art kitchen

4.7

4.7 (95)

£25 and under

Thai

Warwick

About the restaurant

Our menu is based on the principles of Royal Thai Cuisine but with a simple presentation and a strong emphasis on fresh, high-quality ingredients that give exceptional taste. We also follow the traditions of the best Thai restaurants of Bangkok, with à la minute preparations that allow our chefs to maximize the aromatic qualities of fresh Thai herbs and spices.

We serve food from midday, along with a carefully chosen wine list, beers and spirits.
In addition to A La Carte menu every day, we offer lunch box dishes, which are smaller portions of our favorites, served in a wooden ‘lunch box‘ daily 12-2:30 pm (excluding Sundays)

The restaurant is also an Art Gallery setting which is always evolving as the artworks are sold and replaced with new pieces. Our entire art collection is modern, fun and curated.
We are a favorite destination for many regulars in Warwickshire!-We have just won the PRESTIGE Award for Best Thai Restaurant of the Year – Central England (Warwickshire) 2023 2024

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Amanda

Dined 4 days ago

Delicious food as always, great service and atmosphere. Cannot think of any negatives!

The Farmhouse Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (1175)

£26 to £40

Steakhouse

Coventry

About the restaurant

The Farmhouse Restaurant is the midlands most popular restaurant, with guests travelling from each end of the UK to experience a totally unique cuisine. The Farmhouse presents you with an exclusive set of choices from their fusion flavours inspired from the east and west. High end cuts of meat sourced from British Farms, enriched with intense flavours. The taste is like no other! The quality of food prepared by award-winning chefs, who have over 20 years of experience. To compliment the high-quality food, The Farmhouse has a diverse selection of refreshing mocktails.

The chic interior and exterior designs are sure to make you feel you are dinning in true luxury surroundings, with a beautifully landscaped garden which boasts an extravagant water feature and rockery. A perfect place for those social media photos.

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Bridget

Dined 6 days ago

Lovely atmosphere, and ambience. Food was well presented and tasty. Friendly and efficient service from all, including our waiter Varun.

The Woodsman

4.6

4.6 (79)

£41 and over

British

Stratford-Upon-Avon

About the restaurant

THE WOODSMAN IS A TRULY BRITISH RESTAURANT
We use the best British ingredients, all sourced as sustainably as possible.

We love using Wild food, and harvest much of it ourselves. All the meat on our menus is “nose to tail” so the menu is ever changing, and we waste nothing. We even employ our own head ranger to keep the deer herds on the land we manage under control, and have our own deer larder in the Cotswolds where this amazing product is processed.

Our fish comes from day boats in Cornwall.

We work with the seasons, ensuring the very best truly local veg is with us the day after its picked. Our food is cooked over wood from local plantations, and charcoal coppiced less than 20 miles away.

We know the story of everything on the menu.

Our lovely staff are extremely well informed, so, do ask questions on anything you’re not sure of.

We hope you love this restaurant as much as we do and keep coming back.

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Luke

Dined 2 days ago

We did the tasting menu; it was fantastic! Service was on point and the food was excellent. We thought it was value for money and will be returning.

Maison De Fumeé

4.5

4.5 (135)

£41 and over

Lounge

Coventry

About the restaurant

Located on the top floor of the popular Farmouse Restaurant, Maison de Fumee is Coventry's premier shisha lounge and dining venue.

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Alanna

Dined 2 days ago

The service was exceptional from start to finish, we ended up staying longer than we expected. The dessert platter was worth the price, fresh fruit, flavoursome desserts and dry ice to set it off! My sister thoroughly enjoyed her birthday treat, I highly recommend the No.2 shisha. Also, a massive shout out to our waiter Saeed who looked after us all night and was on hand if we needed anything. An asset to the team!

Cogs Restaurant

4.5

4.5 (56)

£26 to £40

European

Coventry

About the restaurant

Celebrating the very best artisan craft of the local area, Cogs gives guests a unique experience and an authentic taste of the neighborhood.

We aim to create an atmosphere that leaves a lasting impression on every guest, making them eager to return. Enjoy flavor-driven menus, which are carefully crafted to tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more.

You’ll be able to join us for a wholesome breakfast, a coffee on the way to work, lunchtime and evening dining, or just drop in for a drink in our stylish lounge.

Look out for our opening offers from Fizzz Thursdays, Steak + Frites to Lunchtime, and early evening Fixed Price Menus.

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Lauren

Dined 5 days ago

Love the ambience and fact they have gluten free availability in the food

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Experience

Sunday Lunch Offer

Experience

Afternoon Tea (48hrs Notice Required)

Palm by H20

4.4

4.4 (197)

£26 to £40

Steak

Coventry

About the restaurant

A London Awards Winner, Palm by H20 brings you a brand new culinary experience in the heart of Coventry. We have evolved our concept of a lounge to infuse exquisite delicacies from around the world. Enjoy high quality meals, made with luxurious ingredients, and served with beautiful presentations.

We are committed to providing a high end fine dining service to all of our customers, alongside a hookah experience to remember. Join us with your family and friends, at the lavishly decorated Palm for an all round unmissable atmosphere paired with a grand ambiance.

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Patience Juanita

Dined 6 days ago

An excellent experience from the entrance and the beautiful lady who attended to us and also they gave me a warm anniversary gift which am happy for 💕♥️

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