Diners' Choice: Most Booked restaurants in Shropshire

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Updated June 05, 2025

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The Charlton Arms

4.6

4.6 (1604)

£25 and under

British

Ludlow

About the restaurant

The Charlton Arms, Ludlow

Nestled on the banks of the River Teme, The Charlton Arms is a charming riverside inn offering breathtaking views of Ludlow Castle and the historic town beyond. This family-run establishment blends rustic charm with modern comfort, featuring stylish en-suite rooms, locally sourced food, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
Guests can unwind on the spacious terrace, enjoy award-winning pub classics in the restaurant, and sip local ales or fine wines as the river flows gently by. Whether you're exploring Ludlow’s medieval streets, sampling its renowned food scene, or just looking for a tranquil retreat, The Charlton Arms is the perfect base.

Highlights:
Riverside location with views of Ludlow Castle
Acclaimed restaurant serving seasonal, local dishes
Ample free parking and just a short walk to Ludlow town centre
Experience the best of Shropshire hospitality at The Charlton Arms – where comfort, character, and countryside charm meet.

Top review

Jennie

Dined 1 day ago

Lovely drink down by the rivers edge followed by a delicious dinner at reasonable prices. What not to love?

Côte Brasserie - Shrewsbury

4.5

4.5 (50)

£25 and under

French

Shrewsbury

About the restaurant

Conveniently situated just a 5-minute walk from Shrewsbury train station, Côte Shrewsbury's central location places you close to some of the town's most iconic landmarks, including the historic Shrewsbury Abbey, which is just a short 5-minute stroll away. After exploring the rich history of the town, our restaurant provides a cosy retreat where you can unwind with a delicious meal. For those who enjoy shopping, Côte Shrewsbury is only a 10-minute walk from Pride Hill Shopping Centre. And our location also makes us an ideal choice for pre-theatre dining, with the Theatre Severn and Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery just a 15-minute walk away. Enjoy a leisurely meal before heading to a show or exhibition, knowing that you're only moments away from some of the town's top cultural venues.

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Tyrell

Dined on May 11, 2025

Quick, efficient service and given the option to dine inside or out

The Lion at Leintwardine

4.5

4.5 (1248)

£26 to £40

Gastro Pub

Craven Arms

About the restaurant

Food and Drink are central to the Lion, we pride ourselves on locally sourced food. Our Chef and his team have spent a lot of time and effort sourcing local producers of quality, fresh ingredients to ensure that the meals we serve are of the highest quality.

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AndyVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Absolutely super meal, excellently cooked fresh food, delivered by charming and attentive staff in a beautiful environment, Can't wait to go again

Ye Olde Punchbowl Inn Country Inn & Gardens

4.5

4.5 (1599)

£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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Susanna

Dined 4 days ago

Absolutely outstanding food, however was very disappointed by the slow service. Was told it was busy (60 booked in) but in my opinion you knew you were going to be busy so get adequate staff in. What should of been table service for our desserts i had to go and find the menu and order at the bar as we felt like we were forgotten about

The Clive Arms

4.6

4.6 (773)

£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.

Top review

AnnabelleVIP

Dined on Jun 25, 2025

Very impressed delicious food. Very switched on to intolerances.

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4.8

4.8 (454)

£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.

Top review

Mike

Dined 4 days ago

Excellent service and wonderful food. Chilli prawn starter was perfect, very tasty. The ribeye steak was full of flavour and cooked to perfection.

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4.5

4.5 (980)

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

Telford

About the restaurant

A superb pub & restaurant in Horton, Telford.
The Queens at Horton offer locally sourced food where available and offer excellent value whilst not compromising on quality.
You won't be disappointed.

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Kelly

Dined 5 days ago

First time trying lunch here as a family of 5 adults 1 child Staff were friendly efficient and food was delicious

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The Lamb Inn - Edgmond

4.4

4.4 (736)

£25 and under

Pub

Newport

About the restaurant

Soak up our friendly service and homely charm when nestled in the heart of Edgmond, a small Shropshire village just outside of Newport, Telford. We're the perfect place to sit back, relax and enjoy our delicious menu with your favourite drink in hand. We're proud to offer a menu packed with the most appetising dishes. Our passion for taking traditional pub classics and making them the best around by using the most decadent of ingredients, makes every meal served have you coming back time and time again!

Top review

Andrew

Dined 2 days ago

Food excellent, staff outstanding and great value. Perfection.

Abbey Shrewsbury - Vik's

4.2

4.2 (10)

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

Shrewsbury

About the restaurant

Nestled in the heart of Shrewsbury, The Abbey is thrilled to open its doors under new ownership, bringing a fresh and exciting chapter to this cherished local establishment. With a commitment to providing a warm and inviting atmosphere we are eager to welcome both old friends and new patrons to experience all that The Abbey has to offer. Our range of menus are designed to cater to every taste. Indulge in our comforting British Pub food, hearty Sunday Roasts, or spice up your Dining experience with our authentic Indian Cuisine.
Our bar is stocked with a wide selection of beverages, from local ales and world lagers to exquisite wines and non -alcoholic drinks. Whether you are toasting a special occasion or simply unwinding after a long day, our friendly staff are here to ensure your glass is always filled with your favorite drink.
We can't wait to welcome yo to Abbey. Join us and be a part of our New Beginning!

Top review

Dined 1 day ago

Service was impeccable from start to finish. Very attentive, extremely helpful and very polite. Food was good, large portions. And the lamb melted in my mouth. Only slight criticism was it was very salty which I know some people don’t like. ( personally I like salt ) We’ve rebooked for my birthday in a few weeks which I’m looking forward to very much

The Church Inn

4.6

4.6 (807)

£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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Jennifer

Dined 4 days ago

If you’re staying in Ludlow and have once place to eat, make it The Church Inn. The food is delicious, the staff excellent and the fit out welcoming and cosy.

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