Diners' Choice: Neighborhood gem restaurants in Cambridge/Cambridgeshire

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Updated June 05, 2025

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The Pear & Olive Restaurant

5.0

5 (71)

£41 and over

Modern European

Hildersham

About the restaurant

We are a small, family run restaurant in Hildersham.
Offering fresh, homemade dishes using the finest local ingredients, with a modern European influence.
Bar & outside space for drinks & nibbles.

Top review

Sarah

Dined on Jun 20, 2025

Very delicious and surprising starters. Main courses were very tasty and beautifully set out. Puddings were fine. It’s a really lovely place to eat and hear each other talk. Jade and Josh run a great little restaurant. Not cheap but special. I recommend this place.

The Dumpling Tree

4.8

4.8 (48)

£26 to £40

Chinese

Cambridge

About the restaurant

At The Dumpling Tree, we take pride in serving handmade dumplings, fresh rice noodles, and authentic Yunnan dishes. From traditional Chinese favorites to modern Yunnan delicacies, every dish is prepared with care and bursting with flavour. Whether you're joining our immersive dumpling-making classes or savoring our attentive service, we ensure a delightful experience filled with lasting memories.

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Lucinda

Dined on Jun 15, 2025

An absolute pleasure to celebrate my daughters 18th birthday here at the weekend. The service was relaxed but attentive, the food was glorious, fresh and plentiful. The drinks were varied, beautifully made and served quickly. The atmosphere was very relaxed, we felt right at home. Not too noisy but ambient enough not to feel stuffy. The table was roomy, especially for 9 and we had plenty of room. All in all it was a very enjoyable visit and I would most definitely recommend.

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Make your own dumplings! (Dumplings Masterclass)

Provenance Kitchen

4.7

4.7 (1331)

£26 to £40

British

Hinxton

About the restaurant

Our restaurant offers us a wonderful platform to share delicious local products with you — and when we say local, we really do mean local as many of our products are sourced within a 5-mile radius of us. We have done all the hard work sourcing the best ingredients and produce for you, then we add the Provenance magic to create a delicious seasonal menu for you to enjoy.

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Leonie

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

Excellent food and friendly attentive staff. Even arranged a happy birthday written on my husbands dessert which was nice! Thank you!

The White Swan

4.7

4.7 (382)

£25 and under

British

Woodnewton

About the restaurant

The White Swan Woodnewton is a multi award winning gastro pub serving a popular menu with quality dishes for everyone's taste - from burger and pizza through to tapas, Greek, Chinese & Mexican dishes.
The White Swan was built in 1790 and has had a £150,000 refurbishment inside and out to create a contemporary space whilst retaining the history of the building.

Best Village Pub & Restaurant 2023 - East of England
Tripadvisor Traveller Choice Winner 2023
Northamptonshire Family Friendly Pub Of The Year 2021 & 2022
Best Gourmet Dining Restaurant & Village Pub - Northamptonshire 2020

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Karen

Dined 2 days ago

Absolutely amazing. Food and service 5 star ⭐. We went for a birthday celebration and had the desert card

The Elm Tree Inn

4.7

4.7 (147)

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

Wisbech

About the restaurant

The Elm Tree Inn "The best freehouse in Wisbech and surrounding area" in the village of Elm, in Cambridgeshire has significantly gained a reputation for maximum comfort to its guests with a warm welcome, well-kept bar, Farm to Fork Cuisine and a passion to deliver great service.

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Peter

Dined on Jun 17, 2025

Staff and owners were exceptional. Food was great, it was so good l arrange to take family the next day again. It is very unusual to find a restaurant/pub to excel in good service lovely people good value food. I wish we had a place near where we live.

The Grantchester Green Man

4.6

4.6 (174)

£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.

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Jason

Dined 3 days ago

Nice pub, good food, parking is a little tricky though don’t use the Red lion car park as you can get a ticket and a £60 fine

The Elm

4.5

4.5 (335)

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

Huntingdon

About the restaurant

Set in the picturesque village of Abbots Ripton with access to beautiful walks on the local estate, The Elm has everything you want from your perfect countryside pub; A glorious garden, a roaring fire, comfortable rooms, delicious food and a wide selection of drinks.

The Grade II-listed building was built, as an open hall, in the late 15th Century to offer hospitality to the drovers bringing cattle down from Scotland (along the Bullock Road) to the market at St.Ives. It was later altered with the insertion of a brick chimney in the early 17th century. The Fellowes family, that own and run the pub, came to the area around the same time the pub got its chimney...

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ColinVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Lovely large pub with big carpark. Large outdoor area under canvas cover and many tables indoors

Côte Brasserie - Cambridge

4.4

4.4 (113)

£25 and under

French

Cambridge

About the restaurant

Côte Brasserie in Cambridge offers an authentic French dining experience in the heart of this historic city, conveniently located near the Grand Arcade and Fitzwilliam Museum. Our warm and inviting atmosphere is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a leisurely lunch, a pre-theatre dinner, or a special celebration. With classic French dishes, such as the rich Beef Bourguignon and the delicate Tuna Niçoise, Côte Cambridge ensures a memorable dining experience. For those who enjoy alfresco dining, Côte Cambridge offers a charming outdoor seating area, ideal for soaking up the city's vibrant atmosphere while enjoying a delicious meal. Inside, the stylish décor and cosy seating make for a welcoming and enjoyable experience.

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Arty

Dined 5 days ago

We were a party of 9 including 5 young children. The place was pretty busy and we had the best spot in the restaurant with a lovely view outside. The food was delicious, the service was great, and the cost was very reasonable. The location was ideal as we jumped on a punter boat immediately after. Amazing!

The Hole In The Wall

4.4

4.4 (368)

£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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stewart

Dined 7 days ago

Great service, nice atmosphere & good food. Will come again.

George

4.4

4.4 (299)

£25 and under

Pub

Keyston

About the restaurant

A charming village pub nestled in the heart of Spaldwick village on the unspoiled greenbelt of Cambridgeshire. This traditional, local pub offers a fresh, seasonal menu coupled with local craft beverages, all of which can be enjoyed in our rustic, country setting. Our alfresco courtyard is the perfect oasis for any passing visitor or returning local. Take in the views of the rolling hills under our pergola or sit street side as you watch the world pass by, both are perfect with a drink in hand.

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Lesley

Dined 4 days ago

Beautiful old building with so much character. Wonderful choices on menu, food delicious, very reasonably priced and excellent service. Would definitely go again.

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