Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Shropshire

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Updated October 05, 2024

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Jup Jup Thai Restaurant and Bar

4.9

4.9 (29)

£25 and under

Thai

Ludlow

About the restaurant

Welcome to our cozy corner on Ludlow's bustling Tower Street, where tradition meets modern flair. While we bid farewell to Ludlow's beloved Chang Thai restaurant after 20 wonderful years, we are delighted to carry on the legacy of its talented chefs! Our restaurant offers a romantic, warm, and inviting atmosphere, with beautifully crafted decor that transports you straight to the heart of Thailand. Savour mouthwatering Thai cuisine paired with stunning, innovative cocktails infused with authentic Thai flavours. Enjoy dining in our intimate downstairs area, or venture upstairs to our lovely conservatory and charming outdoor terrace. Whether you're here for a special occasion or a casual meal, we promise a memorable experience filled with delicious food, refreshing drinks, and the welcoming spirit of Thai hospitality.

Top review

Robert

Dined 5 days ago

We had a great evening with amazing food So much so we have booked again

Sweeney Hall Hotel

4.8

4.8 (45)

£25 and under

British

Oswestry

About the restaurant

A popular hotel, events and wedding venue, the Sweeney is the ideal location to celebrate a special occasion with loved ones, for a business meeting or for simply enjoying a night out with good food and drink.
Whatever the occasion, our team of Chefs relish the challenge of creating dishes that our diners will love every time they visit – whether you’re an old friend of The Sweeney or visiting us for the first time.

The Sweeney works continually with suppliers and local producers in Shropshire, Mid Wales and the surrounding areas to use only the best ingredients, always preferring to source locally where we can.

With a highly creative team we’re always designing new dishes for our ever-changing daily specials, creative event menus and special occasion feasts.

Top review

Becca

Dined on Sep 28, 2024

We had a selection of the small plates to share between the two of us. The waiter informed us which of the plates would be best for sharing and he had extensive knowledge of the menu and what each dish contained. The hotel was hosting a wedding and what looked like a large birthday party at the time but our food arrived timely, was hot and fresh and the staff were extremely attentive as if nobody else was there. It was a beautiful meal and the flavours were amazing - we cannot wait to go back again! Dessert was beautiful - affogato and panna cotta.

Alderford Kitchen

4.8

4.8 (16)

£25 and under

British

Whitchurch

About the restaurant

Step into our inviting restaurant, where the ambiance is as delightful as the dishes we serve. Enjoy your food with the most beautiful of views.

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Susie

Dined 7 days ago

Lovely food, great service and good value for the quality.

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Experience

Afternoon Tea

Experience

Afternoon Tea - Paying with a Voucher

Experience

Festive Afternoon Tea

Ye Olde Punchbowl Inn Country Inn & Gardens

4.6

4.6 (1458)

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

Bridgnorth

About the restaurant

Ye Olde Punchbowl Inn is certainly Ye Olde, even by the standards of British country pubs. The building has been there for at least 700 years – nobody knows exactly how long it has stood on what is now Ludlow Road – and has been a pub since 1740, serving the traveller, the public of Bridgnorth and all others who entered their doors. The menu now is classically British, with a full AGA carvery, a gastro menu and a full wine list that takes in the best of local ingredients. Reserve a table and gather up your whole crew for a meal that has stood the test of time.

Take a trip down Ludlow Road just outside Bridgnorth – south of Telford and east of Wolverhampton – and experience something that applies new methods to classically British cuisine and the famous AGA Carvery. Proud to be the official first innovator of the AGA carvery. – so book a table now.

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MATT

Dined 2 days ago

Beautiful food and lovely surroundings. Great place to meet up with friends and family. Fully recommend

Mortimers

4.8

4.8 (516)

£41 and over

Contemporary British

Ludlow

About the restaurant

Welcome to Mortimers. Modern British/French food, served in a stunning restaurant in the idyllic historic town of Ludlow

It’s very important for us to know if you have any Dietary Requirements please state this upon booking this includes vegetarian menus, sorry we can not cater for vegan at this moment in time

Wednesday & Thursday Evening our Dinner Menu and Tasting Menu are available

Thursday Lunch - Saturday Lunchtime our Lunch Menu and Tasting Menu are available

Please be aware Friday & Saturday evenings are Tasting Menu only.

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Morag

Dined on Sep 11, 2024

Superb tasting menu - some of the best food I have experienced in a long time. Excellent ingredients beautifully presented. The matching wines were well chosen for the food.

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4.7

4.7 (276)

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

Oswestry

About the restaurant

This stunning 14th century pub in the unspoilt village of Kinnerley offers beautifully prepared seasonal fare alongside delicious pub classics. Offering real ales from local breweries and a interesting winelist. If the sun is shining dine or enjoy a drink in the beer garden with its village green charm.

Warwick Kidd started his career as a part time pot washer at Ludlow's Michelin starred La Becasse under Head Chef Will Holland. His natural ability meant it wasn't long before he was starting to cook and his career soon blossomed. He moved away from Ludlow to gather experience which took him to France, where he cooked for 2 Michelin starred Jean-Luc Rabanel.

Zach Hermon's career started at the age of 15. He has worked at some of the country's most prestigious restaurants including Raymond Blanc's 2 Michelin starred 'Le Manoir aux quat saisons' and more recently 2 Michelin starred 'Moor Hall' in Lancashire - Winner of first place at The Estrella Damm National Restaurant Awards.

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Brian

Dined on Sep 26, 2024

We received a friendly welcome and very much enjoyed are meal at The Cross Keys

The Clive Arms

4.6

4.6 (665)

£25 and under

British

Ludlow

About the restaurant

There are a wide variety of restaurants in Ludlow, but Clive Arms stands out if you want traditional British food that makes the most of Ludlow’s local ingredients.

Our food is inspired by the seasonal produce of Shropshire and our surrounding counties. Many of our ingredients are handmade at Ludlow Farmshop. Our meat is reared in the fields surrounding us on the Earl of Plymouth’s Oakly Park Estate and is prepared by the award winning butchers at Ludlow Farmshop

Please note, we do add a 12.5% discretionary service charge onto the bill for groups of six or more.

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Martin

Dined 3 days ago

Excellent meal. Smoked haddock starter, lamb rump main and a cheeseboard to finish. Service was very good, staff all friendly and helpful.

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4.6

4.6 (375)

£26 to £40

Gastro Pub

Church Stretton

About the restaurant

Leonard Wilfred Davies, born 19 December 1906, started a butcher's dynasty now four generations old. His butchers typical cheeky sense of humour now lives on through his grandchildren along with his knowledge of butchery.

In 1997 Leonard’s grandson Richard opened The Station Inn, which quickly generated a great reputation for quality steak. With Richard’s son, Ben’s passion and expertise as Head Chef and Butcher, The Station’s dining experience is a true reflection of the families deep passion for serving amazing steak.

20 years on from opening The Station a major upgrade has taken place, which at its core aims to celebrate the families heritage and knowledge of meat. In order to identify your exact preferences the chefs help you choose the best cut of beef to cook for dinner. It makes for an unforgettable ‘butchery and dining’ experience.

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Catherine

Dined 3 days ago

Our steaks were cooked to perfection, and were beautifully tender. The service was first class; prompt, pleasant and attentive. We would highly recommend to others.

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4.6

4.6 (748)

£25 and under

British

Ludlow

About the restaurant

Using Fresh and Locally sourced ingredients, The Church inn provides a menu of down to earth pub classics, perfect for snacking on with drinks or enjoying a hearty meal amongst friends.

Nourishing pies and traditional British desserts are served alongside an extensive selection of wines, beers and Ales for lunch an dinner.

A menu express is available from Monday to Saturday for lunch and dinner.

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Sarah

Dined 3 days ago

Lovely evening with my dad and his friend who both enjoyed the food and atmosphere. Excellent food as always - my fish pie was full of perfectly cooked fish and seafood.

The Charlton Arms

4.6

4.6 (1481)

£25 and under

British

Ludlow

About the restaurant

Overlooking the historic Ludford bridge, just a few minutes walk from the town centre of Ludlow, the Charlton Arms is the epitome of a charming Pub. The kitchen, headed up by Krizstian Balogh, focusses on great British food and features a wealth of local produce. Fantastic pub classics feature strongly alongside accomplished dishes. Real Ales and local Ciders sit proudly amidst the eclectic selection of wines to suit every budget. To make the most of a visit to the Charlton, there are nine comfortable en-suite bedrooms. The breakfast menu, from Clun Valley Eggs, locally cured bacon and Ludlows' famed sausages to the finest smoked salmon has something for everyone. Independently run by Cedric and Amy Bosi, a warm welcome is guaranteed. Children are welcome and are provided with a children's menu. For the dog lovers amongst you, well behaved dogs are allowed in, and with the beautiful walks around Ludlow and its Whitcliffe Common, muddy boots are always a feature of the pub!

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Chris

Dined on Sep 25, 2024

Lovely place for lunch just over the river from Ludlow. Super food and very attentive staff make it spot on.

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