Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Lancashire

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Updated July 05, 2025

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Michael Wan's Mandarin

4.9

4.9 (2810)

£41 and over

Chinese

Blackpool

About the restaurant

你好, welcome to the Mandarin!

Established in 1961, this traditional and authentic Cantonese restaurant in Blackpool town centre has been extending a warm oriental welcome to customers for 64 years!

Choose from a mouth-watering selection of delicious dishes including Mrs Wan’s dumplings, made from her own recipe, Szechuan chilli beef, Nasi Goreng and oriental fruit salad with lychee. We are very proud that every dish and every sauce is made in house, because we care about our food.

The belief that every meal shared should be special is why this restaurant takes time to carefully select and prepare the freshest Chinese dishes, adding just three extra ingredients - quality, experience and time.

Our core belief is that we are a local restaurant, open year round for local residents and visitors to the resort alike. We"ve worked for many years with our local suppliers to continue to bring you the best experience of Chinese food in Blackpool.

Top review

Sandra

Dined 3 days ago

We had a lovely evening dining there . The food was delicious. The service was excellent . It just had a lovely relaxed atmosphere. Definitely will be back.

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Popular dish

The Mandarin Starter

The Freemasons at Wiswell

4.8

4.8 (2578)

£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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Fiona

Dined 1 day ago

Everything about our visit was amazing, first class, couldnt fault any part of it. The food delicious, the service impeccable. We had never been before and came from 48 minutes drive away my mother whose 89th birthday it was, was very pleased

Michael Wan's Wok Inn

4.9

4.9 (1168)

£25 and under

Pan-Asian

Blackpool

About the restaurant

Our pan-Asian menu gathers influences of cooking styles from all around Asia; including Malaysia, Thailand, Japan, China, Indonesia and Vietnam. The design of the restaurant is influenced by some of our favourite places to eat and drink, it takes its cues from the street food ‘Hawker’ markets of Penang mixed with the reclaimed building feel of Budapest’s ruin bars. These places both have a magical feel, something that we’ve tried to recreate for the people of Blackpool to enjoy. Penang, Malaysia is an eclectic melting pot of various food styles, with influences from Indonesia, Thailand, India and China, dishes such as soup ramen and stone-baked donburi are two great examples of the depth in flavour, which can be created when different styles come together.

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Flora

Dined 3 days ago

Delicious food and great service, highly recommended the prawn tempura

PRICKLY-PEAR

4.9

4.9 (53)

£26 to £40

Bistro

Lytham St. Annes

About the restaurant

Discover The Prickly Pear, founded in 2024 by local visionary Justin Dugdale in Ansdell, Lytham St. Annes. Our bistro offers a unique blend of high end artisan food with enjoyable dishes to suite every palate individually created by our highly regarded head Chef, Lisa Musson. Experience a tranquil yet family-friendly atmosphere, enhanced by relaxing music, ideal for gatherings with loved ones. Join us for a culinary journey unlike any other, where every dish is crafted to delight your senses and create lasting memories.

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Joyce

Dined 6 days ago

Wonderful tasty food. Lovely waitress Sarah. Very pleasant and helpful. Prickly Pear is a real assett to the Ansdell area and seems very popular - and I can understand why. Well done.

The Rum Fox Ltd.

4.8

4.8 (482)

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

Clitheroe

About the restaurant

Welcome to The Rum Fox Ltd we look forward to serving you.

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Craig

Dined 3 days ago

Top notch dining beautiful setting excellent attentive staff

The Cartford Inn

4.8

4.8 (270)

£26 to £40

British

Preston

About the restaurant

At the Cartford Inn, we offer a brand of hospitality that is truly unique, hallmarked by an award-winning restaurant, boutique hotel, delicatessen and art gallery. Our location is enviable, with guests able to enjoy panoramic views of the Ribble Valley and Fylde countryside whilst dining. Our décor is quirky and eclectic, in keeping with our building’s 17th century heritage, but with a modernist twist.

Of course the main attraction is our 2-Rosette winning, Michelin recommended restaurant. Run by head chef Chris Bury, we offer the finest quality food without the fuss, in an atmosphere that is warm and unpretentious. Expect a discernible French influence, evidenced by our renowned French onion soup – a dish that is well worth a visit in its own right.

We look forward to welcoming you!

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Freda

Dined 3 days ago

Everything was just great we all enjoyed it. Lovely a,Bierce as well

The Hop Vine

4.9

4.9 (2296)

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

Ormskirk

About the restaurant

The Hop Vine formerly the ‘Royal Hotel’ was built in 1874 and was the main stopping off point for goods being transported to and from the old Turnpike road the A59. The Royal as it was known has served the community and travellers alike. To the rear of the building in our historic Cobbled Garden you will find our own brewery housed in the stables which were used for the horses and stage coaches as they passed through the village. From Ales to YPA’s, to Blonde beers we are a small producer using primary English hops brewing exclusively in house for The Hop Vine and our sister pub the Legh Arms.

Our countryside sister the Legh Arms is our latest addition to the family and is situated in the pretty hamlet of Mere Brow. Here we serve our trademark delicious home produced quality food and excellent home brewed ales. Your hosts Mike & Julie and their superb team bring a wealth of experience in the trade and have sourced the best in the local area to tempt you.

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John

Dined 1 day ago

Excellent food,excellent service,nice to see so many happy young people waiting on.

Bistro Italia

4.7

4.7 (436)

£25 and under

Italian

Poulton-Le-Fylde

About the restaurant

In true traditional Italian style, we are a family run restaurant and bar based in the heart of Poulton-Le-Fylde, serving traditional Italian food from freshly sourced local produce, prepared daily by our chefs.

The bar has recently been renovated and transformed into a new Bar area offering a more modern and relaxed atmosphere, perfect for customer’s to enjoy a refreshing Peroni on draught or a selection of cocktails.

Tables can also be booked in the bar area for pre-dinner or after dinner drinks.

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Elizabeth

Dined on Jun 14, 2025

Great meal as always and never disappoints. Louise and all the team are always welcoming and attentive. Special thanks for the birthday surprise for mum 💖 See you again very soon

Eight at Gazegill By Doug Crampton

4.9

4.9 (485)

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

Howgill

About the restaurant

With access to panoramic views of Pendle Hill, and a range of seasonal menus, created and tailored by our Chef Patron, Doug Crampton, Eight at Gazegill is the epitome of a 'farm-to-fork' restaurant, being owned by and located directly on a working organic farm, Gazegill Organics, in the Ribble Valley.

Showcasing the best of the produce from the farm, which includes organic slow-reared pork and raw milk, and utilising the seasonal bounty that can be found in the surrounding hedgerows and countryside, Eight at Gazegill reconnects guests to nature through the food.

Our Brunch, All-Day and Sunday Lunch menus are suitable for all, while our Friday and Saturday evening Tasting Menu offers a more grown up experience. We also have specifically designed menus which are suitable to be eaten on our outside terrace area where the addition of a large purpose-built playground makes this the perfect location for families to enjoy the sunshine.

Top review

Lucy

Dined 1 day ago

I had the pleasure of dining at Eight at Gazegill last night, and it was truly outstanding. From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere was warm, welcoming, and beautifully set against the backdrop of the farm’s idyllic surroundings. Each course was thoughtfully crafted, showcasing both creativity and a deep respect for the high-quality, organic ingredients sourced right from Gazegill Farm. The flavors were exceptional, and the presentation of each dish was elegant without feeling overly fussy. The staff were knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely passionate about the food and the farm-to-table ethos. It was clear that a lot of care and love goes into every detail—this isn’t just a meal, it’s an experience. A special mention must go to Kimberley, the Restaurant General Manager, whose service was nothing short of exceptional. She was incredibly attentive, professional, and made us feel genuinely cared for throughout the evening. Her passion for hospitality clearly shines through in everything she does, and it elevated our entire experience We were also looked after by a wonderful young waiter whose name we didn’t catch—but he truly stood out. He was confident, friendly, and struck the perfect balance of attentiveness without being intrusive. Together, they made our evening feel seamless and truly memorable If you’re looking for something special, rooted in sustainability and delivered with finesse, Eight at Gazegill is an absolute must. I’ll definitely be returning.

The Grand Hotel

4.8

4.8 (156)

£41 and over

Contemporary British

Lytham St. Annes

About the restaurant

Cafe Grand, located within The Grand Hotel by the Lytham St Annes seafront, offers a unique twist on the traditional hotel dining experience with its modern British and European influenced cuisine, prepared with locally sourced ingredients. The restaurant caters to a variety of occasions, from morning breakfasts to elegant dinners, in a setting that combines a large central bar and an open, eco-friendly kitchen to create a vibrant atmosphere.

Our dining spaces are as diverse as our menu, featuring the bustling main dining area, cozy corners with kitchen views for an intimate experience, spacious window tables in the lobby for those who love to people-watch, and an outdoor terrace that's perfect for dining al fresco when the weather allows. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, Cafe Grand invites you to a dining experience that stands out in Lytham St Annes.

Top review

jamesVIP

Dined on Jun 28, 2025

Very enjoyable It is always a very pleasant meal at The Grand

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