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Award-winning restaurants in Cheltenham
We are fortunate to have many amazing, award-winning restaurants in Cheltenham to delight all appetites. From high-end dining establishments to laid-back eateries and cosy hidden gems, there’s something to suit all tastes and budgets.
For a slice of high society, there’s Michelin Star & 4 AA rosettes restaurant Le Champignon Sauvage, winner of the Observer Food Monthly award for outstanding contribution. Fresh seafood specialist Purslane, finalist for Fine Dining Restaurant of the Year at the Cotswold Life Food & Drink Awards 2022 and Taste of Gloucestershire Awards Best Chef, Gareth Fulford, and Cheltenham’s newest Michelin Star - Lumiere, an elegant, ingredient-led, innovative, fine dining experience in the heart of Cheltenham.
For something a little more low-key look no further than The Coconut Tree, serving Sri Lankan street food in a cool, laid-back atmosphere this restaurant has become a firm favourite with locals and has snapped up several awards, including the So Glos Restaurant of the Year twice. Meanwhile 288 Bar & Wok on the High Street have held the title for the Observer Food Monthly Magazine 'Best Cheap Eats' since 2019!
KIBOU has been serving up award-winning Japanese food in the heart of Cheltenham since 2013. Finalist for the Restaurant of the Year – 2023 SoGlos Lifestyle Awards and they won Muddy Stilletos Best Restaurant in 2021.
Indian lovers looking for award-winning curries are spoilt for choice in Cheltenham. With Curry Corner, voted Best Luxury Indian Dining Restaurant South West of England, Prithvi, British Curry Awards 2021 Best Restaurant in the South West, and The Mahal, awarded a 2 AA Rosette Award in early 2022. All within 15 minutes walk of one another!
Read on for a full guide to award-winning restaurants in Cheltenham...