Diners' Choice: Great for brunch restaurants in Cambridge

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Kibou Cambridge

4.7

4.7 (81)

£26 to £40

Japanese

Cambridge

About the restaurant

KIBOU Japanese restaurant and bar in Cambridge is a chic new addition to the city, and the perfect spot to enjoy a leisurely lunch or dinner.
Located at 7a Jesus Lane, home to the Pitt Club, and formerly Pizza Express, the venue features eye-catching murals and digital animations, alongside stunning Japanese floral and foliage installations.
Light and airy, The Mirror Room centres around a large Japanese cherry blossom tree, whilst the seductive Oak Room focuses on a large wisteria tree set against a backdrop of plush fabrics and artwork.
There’s also a relaxed cocktail lounge and dining area, featuring an open sushi and hot kitchen, and a standalone spirits and cocktail bar.
The menu has all your favourite dishes from Japan, including steaming bowls of ramen, a selection of bao buns, crisp tempura and handmade spiced pork gyoza, plus work of art sushi and sashimi sharing platters, seasonal specials and A5 Grade Japanese wagyu.
Their Japanese-inspired afternoon tea is a must try too!

Top review

Dee

Dined 2 days ago

Fantastic good.. helpful staff… good ambience and decor.

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Experience

Teishoku (定食) Set Lunch - £16.90

Experience

Japanese Afternoon Tea

Experience

Vegetarian Japanese Afternoon Tea

The Grantchester Green Man

4.6

4.6 (170)

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

Cambridge

About the restaurant

The Grantchester Green Man encompasses the warmth and charm of a quintessential British Pub, paired with a menu that covers all tastes. Conveniently situated on the outskirts of Cambridge and Grantchester Meadows, it is the perfect destination venue for all kind of get togethers and celebrations.

Along with our restaurant and bar, The Grantchester Green Man also boasts an amazing terrace and garden area for guests to enjoy a more casual dining experience in stunning surroundings with external bar and grill.

Dogs are very welcome in our bar, terrace and garden areas.

Top review

Jurgita

Dined 2 days ago

Great food, amazing atmosphere, friendly staff! Highly recommended

The Folio Bar & Kitchen

4.5

4.5 (212)

£25 and under

Contemporary British

Cambridge

About the restaurant

The Folio Bar & Kitchen rewrites the food and drink script for the storied city of Cambridge. Follow as our creative chefs compose home-cooked classics full of clever twists and inspiring turns, including mouth-watering Dish. Featuring plant-based experiments, vegan and vegetarian dishes, and favourite drinks are all given a wonderfully-crafted modern rethink. Be captivated in our relaxed dining and drinking spaces where we blend the historic with the contemporary to ensure your time with us is filled with indulgence and inspiration.

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Karen

Dined on May 17, 2025

Limited vegan choices, but food was tasty. Lovely service. We got a dessert for our anniversary which was very kind

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Experience

Weekday Lunch with Complimentary Parking

Experience

Afternoon Tea at The Folio Bar & Kitchen

The Ivy Cambridge Brasserie

4.4

4.4 (10521)

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

Cambridge

About the restaurant

The Ivy Cambridge Brasserie serves all-encompassing, contemporary British menu.

Top review

Vivien

Dined 6 days ago

Excellent service. Food amazing Will definitely visit again

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Popular dish

The Ivy Classic Shepherds Pie

Popular dish

Traditional Fish and Chips

Popular dish

Eggs Benedict with Pulled Ham

Côte Brasserie - Cambridge

4.4

4.4 (112)

£25 and under

French

Cambridge

About the restaurant

Cote is inspired by the brasseries of Paris, serving authentic French dishes all day in our classically designed restaurants. We are committed to producing authentic French classics, freshly cooked to order, from the highest quality sourced ingredients.

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Sarah

Dined 2 days ago

Staff are always lovely , food delicious , and they accept blue light discount card so amazing service our favourite restaurant in Cambridge

The Hole In The Wall

4.4

4.4 (367)

£25 and under

Pub

Cambridge

About the restaurant

Gastro Quality Food in a Beautiful Setting
If you’re looking for delicious, hearty, gastro pub food served in a traditional rustic setting, then you’ve come to the right place. Our little country pub, situated in the picturesque parish of Little Wilbraham, Cambridge has been serving famished farmers and thirsty villagers since the 16th century.

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Rebecca

Dined 2 days ago

This was our first visit to the Hole in the Wall at Little Wilbraham. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal. There was something for everyone in our party on the menu, food was all cooked to perfection and portions were generous, though not too much as to be off-putting. Service was friendly, attentive, went the extra mile, but not at all intrusive. It was busy, as Father's Day, but it didn't feel crowded. We will definitely be back!

Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Cambridge

4.2

4.2 (1427)

£25 and under

British

Cambridge

About the restaurant

Take a seat at Bill's next time you're in Cambridge. It's one of our most tucked away and historic restaurants, and we think you'll agree it's special. Pop in and explore our diverse menu, with breakfast, brunch and lunch options aplenty, including many gluten-free choices. Planning a graduation celebration? Look no further. Settle into our vibrant dining area for dinner and cocktails, and raise a glass to your achievements. Whether you're showing off your cap and gown or a proud parent or visitor, we've got a table for you at Bill's Cambridge.

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Gary

Dined 4 days ago

Vibrant atmosphere for a decent, reasonably priced meal. Quick and easy, and busy!

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Experience

Small Group Dining Menu

Experience

Set Menu for Celebrations

Experience

Celebration Set Menu

Carluccio's - Cambridge

4.1

4.1 (841)

£26 to £40

Italian

Cambridge

About the restaurant

Here at Carluccio's, we’ve always been true to our Italian heritage and what food really means to us. The best ingredients, from the best regions, cooked with love.

We’re in the heart of the city, next to the Cambridge University buildings.

We’re open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner Monday to Sunday. We cater for vegetarians and those who are following a gluten-free diet, with options for both on our menu.

Top review

Steve

Dined 2 days ago

Excellent and efficient service by waiters who were courteous and helpful. Outstanding food at reasonable prices. Thanks!

Red Lion - Grantchester

4.0

4 (2509)

£25 and under

British

Cambridge

About the restaurant

We are at our heart a pub. This is a place where you can stop for a while, eat delicious food and drink in the atmosphere.

Set in the beautiful village of Grantchester, our picture perfect, thatch roofed pub is a 2 minute walk from The Grantchester Meadows and a lovely 40 minute stroll along The Cam from Cambridge.

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Matt

Dined 2 days ago

Fantastic meal. The restaurant was nice & the food was excellent. All the staff were absolutely brilliant

Mina Steakhouse

3.9

3.9 (41)

£25 and under

Steakhouse

Cambridge

About the restaurant

Mina Steakhouse is situated in the heart of Cambridge, a city of history, cultures and world changing discoveries. Here at Mina, it’s all about the experience: the buzz, the atmosphere and enjoying the company of friends in stunning surroundings. Our beautiful dining room has the perfect setting for any occasions from an intimate dinner for two to a family celebration. Our menus offer the very best in fresh and unique produce.

We pride ourselves on offering a fantastic selection of non-alcoholic beverages. While we do not serve alcohol, you are welcome to bring your own drinks. Best of all, we do not charge any corkage fees! With a lively atmosphere, exquisite food, refreshing mocktails and stunning views of the surrounding city, Mina Steakhouse is the ideal venue for dining.

We hope to see you soon.

Top review

Emma

Dined on Jun 6, 2025

I booked here for mine & Husband 10th wedding Anniversary Dinner, what a great descion, absolutely great service from start to finish, lovely greet when we arrived, sat at our table that i reserved online, a little message on a board for our table to celebrate our evening. Food is freshly cooked and taste absolutely beautiful, service was to perfection, staff & manager all polite & always served with a smile too. They even surprised us with a dessert for the two of us with a firework candle in and music 🤩. lovely decor throughout, seats where comfortable too. 100% recommend 👌 and when we visit the are will deffenitly be returning for a dinner 😉

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