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1. The Crab & Cocktails
4.5
Awesome(173)
$$$$
• Seafood • Kettering
Booked 3 times today
Crab & Cocktails at The Red Lion, Cranford offers one of Northamptonshire's most exciting seafood dining experiences.Dive into our famous Seafood Boils packed with fresh lobster, crab, king prawns, mussels, clams and shellfish, all served hot in our signature seafood sauce. Enjoy freshly shucked oysters, dressed Cromer crab, seafood platters, calamari and seasonal specials, all prepared with the freshest ingredients.Pair your feast with our signature cocktails, premium wines, beers and our famous Bloody Marys, including the Seafood Bloody Mary topped with oyster and caviar.Not a seafood lover? No problem. We also serve a fantastic selection of premium steaks and pub favourites, ensuring there's something for everyone.Perfect for date nights, celebrations, families and groups. Dogs are always welcome, with complimentary treats and water available.Fresh seafood, fantastic cocktails, great steaks and good times await.
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2. Robin Hood & Little John Rabley Heath
4.5
Awesome(211)
$$$$
• Gastro Pub • Knebworth
Booked 4 times today
The Robin Hood and Little John, a family owned pub and restaurant dating back to the 16th Century.Bought by David and Fiona, the pub has recently undergone refurbishment and opened in July 2024. Open Tuesday to Sunday from 12 noon.David and Fiona are keen to keep the traditional country pub but also incorporate some amazing home-cooked dishes created from the finest local ingredients.
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3. The Moorings
3.5
Very Good(19)
$$$$
• International • Barrow upon Soar
Booked 9 times today
The Moorings is a family-run riverside pub and restaurant in Barrow upon Soar, offering freshly prepared food, stone-baked pizzas, and modern pub classics with a global twist. Head Chef Ram brings a wealth of international experience, creating dishes inspired by flavours from around the world while celebrating quality, seasonality, and freshness.Guests can relax in our cosy dining areas, spacious beer garden, or unique riverside pods overlooking the water – perfect for gatherings and celebrations. Just a short walk from the historic village centre, The Moorings is also a favourite stop for walkers, cyclists, and paddle boarders.From casual lunches and Sunday roasts to live music, comedy nights, and family-friendly events, The Moorings combines great food, atmosphere, and hospitality by the water.
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4. The Thornhill arms
4.7
Exceptional(49)
$$$$
• Gastro Pub • Kettering
Booked 1 time today
The Thornhill Arms is a premium gastro pub offering elevated British dining in a relaxed, countryside setting. Rooted in classic pub tradition but driven by modern culinary ambition, it delivers restaurant-quality food without formality, where every detail is considered and every visit feels special.The kitchen champions seasonal, locally sourced produce, transforming familiar British dishes into refined, beautifully presented plates that balance comfort with creativity. Menus evolve with the seasons, showcasing craftsmanship, flavour, and a clear respect for ingredients.At the bar, guests can enjoy immaculately kept cask ales, premium draught beers, and a thoughtfully curated wine list, selected to complement the food as much as to stand on its own. Knowledgeable service ensures pairings and recommendations feel natural, never intimidating.
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5. Lussmanns - Harpenden
4.8
Exceptional(2916)
$$$$
• Modern European • Harpenden
Booked 21 times today
Lussmanns Harpenden, in an 18th century former coach house overlooking Leyton Green, is the locals’ favourite sustainable restaurant. In the summer, guests can enjoy alfresco dining in the charming, walled garden while the characterful and cosy brick-built brasserie is ideal for winter meals. The regularly changing Modern European menu, available for as little as £20.95 for two courses, showcases the best of British ingredients, including organic and free-range meat, sustainably sourced fish and seasonal fruit and vegetables. Our first-floor private dining room is the ideal event venue for special occasions, family celebrations or business dinners.
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6. Waresley Park Estate
4.4
Awesome(16)
$$$$
• Bistro • Potton
Booked 3 times today
Here at Waresley Park, we are creating a community around wellness, the outdoors, food and drink. We focus on a relaxed dining atmosphere focused around our indoor coffee shop space as well as our sun-drenched courtyard - serving hand-stretched pizzas, cooked by our very own master pizzaiolo, fish and chips on Fridays and our daily menu offering breakfast, lunch, sweet and savoury bakes. We roast our own coffee beans on site by our very talented coffee roaster, Andrea. We have a carefully curated wine list, our own beer 'Where's Lee' and delicious cocktails as well as an extensive list of soft drink options.Each month, we offer events focussed around special food menus, wine and cocktail making which utilise other parts of the estate to make the most of our beautiful surroundings! Watch this space!
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7. Sapphire Seafood Kitchen - Leicester
4.4
Awesome(40)
$$$$
• Seafood • Leicester
Welcome to Sapphire Seafood Kitchen - Proud to be Leicester's FIRST Seafood Boil restaurant.Nominated for "Best Restaurant" at the British Restaurant Awards 3 years in a row!We serve fresh, premium seafood flown in from around the world, dished up in bold Cajun flavours. Our casual, vibrant restaurant will take you to the ocean - perfect for food lovers who don't mind getting messy. Gloves on, bibs tied - this is seafood re-engineered.Join us for the ultimate hands-on seafood experience. What are you waiting for?
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8. Midsummer Tap - Milton Keynes
4.2
Awesome(15)
$$$$
• British • Milton Keynes
Located in the heart of Milton Keynes’ vibrant Theatre District, Midsummer Tap is a quirky, modern venue with something for everyone. Our varied food menu offers something to suit every taste, from delicious small plates and freshly made open sandwiches to stacked, flavour-packed burgers. Pair your food with our impressive drinks selection, including specialty cocktails, a rotating range of craft beers, and premium spirits.Sports fans can enjoy all the action on our HD screens, showing the biggest fixtures and must-see sporting events in a lively atmosphere.Step outside and discover our inviting beer garden, ideal for outdoor dining and drinks. With a laid-back vibe, quality pub food, and a great range of refreshing beverages, it’s the perfect spot for everything from casual catch-ups to special occasions.Whether you're heading out for a pre-show meal, catching live sport, or meeting friends for drinks, it’s the perfect place to relax and unwind.
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9. The Anchor Pub
3.8
Excellent(653)
$$$$
• Contemporary British • Cambridge
Booked 10 times today
(We unfortunately cannot reserve our terrace tables, any bookings will have a table reserved inside although guests are more than welcome to sit at a table on our riverside terrace if one is available upon arrival)Set on the bank of the beautiful river Cam in the historic city of Cambridge, The Anchor pub, dining room & river terrace is a stone’s throw away from the world famous Queens college & its stunning Mathematical Bridge.We serve fresh seasonal food using locally sourced ingredients, cask conditioned real ales, craft beers, wines from a carefully chosen innovative wine list. We provide friendly knowledgeable & relaxed service in picturesque surroundings.Escape to our dining room where you can guarantee a fabulous view or experience al fresco dining overlooking the river during the summer months. Why not spend an afternoon or the evening with us, take a punt on the river then enjoy a meal with us either before or after
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10. Shrimp & Co Leicester
4.8
Exceptional(60)
$$$$
• Seafood • Leicester
Booked 4 times today
Welcome to Shrimp & Co Leicester – Experience the Ocean’s Finest!Shrimptacular Bold Flavours, from Ocean to Table.At Shrimp & Co., we bring the vibrant flavours of the sea straight to your plate. Inspired by coastal street food, our menu is packed with juicy, perfectly seasoned shrimp, zesty seafood delights, and bold, mouthwatering sauces that leave you craving more.Whether you're after a quick bite or a full-on seafood feast, we've got something for everyone. We can’t wait to welcome you!

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