Restaurants in Somerset

Quaint country inns to fine-dining establishments
plate of food at queen of cups restaurant in glastonbury

The picturesque county hosts a vibrant culinary scene – discover the best restaurants in Somerset, from quaint country inns to fine-dining establishments

Our pick of restaurants in Somerset offer something for every taste. For those seeking traditional British fare, charming dining pubs dot the landscape, serving dishes crafted using locally sourced ingredients that showcase Somerset’s agricultural bounty.

Venture into Somerset’s market towns and you’ll discover an eclectic mix of dining options, ranging from cosy bistros to restaurants with international influence. Here, chefs infuse global flavors into their menus, drawing inspiration from cuisines as varied as Italian, Indian, and Thai – all crafted with care and creativity.

dish at holm in somerset
Holm, South Petherton

Venture to Bath for fabulous city venues with carefully crafted menus showcasing the finest seasonal ingredients. Take your pick from Japanese fusion, bottleshop bistros, Nepalese flavours, classical cooking and a Michelin star.

Whether you’re craving comforting classics, bold international flavors, or innovative fine-dining experiences, these restaurants in Somerset invite you to embark on a culinary adventure.

Discover the best restaurants in Somerset

  • Somerset
The Holcombe
This 17th-century inn is one of the greenest restaurants with rooms in Somerset and has a no-compromise approach to sustainable dining.
  • Bristol & Bath
Ronnie's
Chef patron Ron Faulkner has established a reliable gourmet go-to for Thornbuy's discerning diners.
  • Bristol & Bath
Chez Dominique
Family-run restaurant with Parisian charm in well-heeled Bath.
  • Bristol & Bath
Corkage
A must-visit for convivial dining in the heart of Bath.
  • Bristol & Bath
The Circus Restaurant
European chic in Bath city centre.
  • Somerset
The Cotley Inn
At The Cotley Inn you get the pleasure of dining on seasonal fare while also drinking in the views of the fields in which it was grown and reared.
Queens Arms
Straddling the Dorset-Somerset border, this pub has a longstanding reputation for its use of homegrown ingredients
  • Bristol & Bath
The Olive Tree Restaurant
Gourmet gadabouts looking to spend a foodie weekend in Bath should book a room at The Queensberry Hotel and dine in its basement restaurant, The Olive Tree.
The Barrington Bar
‘Refined comfort food’ is how Alasdair Clifford describes his style of cooking at this contemporary country pub near Ilminster.
  • Somerset
Queen of Cups
A pub in Glastonbury isn't the first place you'd expect to find some of the best Middle Eastern food in the country, but Queen of Cups is full of surprises.
  • Bristol & Bath
Robun, fine dining Bath fusion feasts
Robun opened on George Street in July 2021 and quickly made a name for itself as one of the city's most exciting dining spots.
  • Somerset
The Langford Inn
A characterful 17th-century coaching inn popular with travellers looking for sustenance en route to nearby Bristol Airport.
  • Bristol & Bath
Beckford Bottle Shop
Discover bistro chic in Bath at this restaurant and adjoining bottle shop.
The Castle at Taunton
This smart hotel has retained its reputation as a stalwart of style in Taunton for decades.
  • Bristol & Bath
Thornbury Castle
Tudor splendour on the outskirts of Bristol
  • Somerset
Augustus-food
A hidden gem in Taunton
  • Somerset
The Sheppey
Part cider house; part boutique hotel
  • Somerset
dish at holm in somerset
Connecting with locals and the land
The Clockspire Restaurant & Bar
Step into a bygone era at this grand restaurant and bar and delight in elegant British dishes.
  • Bristol & Bath
Yak Yeti Yak
When Sarah and Sera Gurung decided to settle in the UK in 2004, they opened the UK's first purely Nepalese restaurant in one of Bath's grand Georgian townhouses.
Murrays of Clevedon
Enjoy an authentic taste of Italy at this family-run restaurant, deli and wine shop.