Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Staffordshire

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Updated June 05, 2025

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The Hinds Head

4.8

4.8 (169)

£25 and under

British

Newcastle-under-Lyme

About the restaurant

The Hind's Head is a traditional country village pub and restaurant serving freshly made food and quality local cask ales. We are a community owned and managed free house in a very picturesque Shropshire village. We have the more traditional areas of the pub with wood burning stoves, as well as a lovely restaurant and welcoming orangery for all our guests to enjoy food, drinks and good company. We offer two wine lists as well as a great selection of cask ales, lagers and ciders. The views from the front of the pub have a perfect picture post card view of St Chad's Church in the centre of the village. While we offer traditional pub classics like freshly made pies and fish and chips, we also regularly offer specials that our chefs create weekly and do a lovely Sunday roast dinner that is extremely popular.
On Wednesday evenings we do different foods and events, please call to confirm the theme to ensure it's what your looking for it could be Tapas, Italian, a quiz night.

Top review

Jillian

Dined 6 days ago

Beautiful pub in Beautiful surroundings. Everywhere was clean and tidy. The staff were very professional but friendly. The food was delicious and a excellent choice. I had the duck with a rossti which I found a little to salty for my taste, but other wise excellent.

Paparazzi Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (486)

£41 and over

Mediterranean

Tamworth

About the restaurant

Blossom themed ceiling with modern and contemporary elegance for an intimate ambiance, dimly lit floral decor for a relaxed atmosphere which will be an extravagant place for any special occasion.

Located in central Tamworth, the restaurant makes for an ideal spot to enjoy an accessible all-encompassing menu, serving Mediterranean food with a twist & handcrafted cocktails.

Entertainment Experience an enchanting night that comes to life as the evening progresses, making it a venue hard to leave.

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Nigel

Dined 3 days ago

Probably my best overall ever dinning experience, good food, great service, beautifully decorated restaurant, it’s was my wife birthday and the staff made it very special for her.

Duck Goose

4.7

4.7 (1168)

£26 to £40

Bistro

Leek

About the restaurant

Welcome to Duck Goose! *- Winners ‘Casual Dining Restaurant of the Year’ 22-23 & 23-24 - ENJOY STAFFORDSHIRE*

Nestled in the heart of the market town Leek, Staffordshire Moorlands.

Our professional kitchen brigade use seasonal and local food produce to create a familiar and flavourful lunch and dinner offering.

Our dining room is cosy and comfortable, décor highlighting charming original features of our historic building, with a fantastic view of the traditional bustling market town.

Dinner is a candle lit experience to create a perfectly relaxing atmosphere for yourself and your guests, with our attentive team looking after your every need.
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Head Chef: Cameron Walker

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Samantha

Dined 6 days ago

Amazing food, lovely staff and a gorgeous ambience. 100% recommend and will be returning very soon ❤️

Redmore Inn

4.7

4.7 (332)

£25 and under

Pub

Rugeley

About the restaurant

Soak up our friendly service and homely charm when nestled in the heart of Rugeley town. Here at the Redmore Inn, we are the perfect retreat to sit back, relax and indulge in our delicious food with your favourite drink in hand, whether it be a crisp pint of ale or a curious cocktail. Our traditional pub classics are expertly crafted from our seasonal menus and the bar is crammed with local ales and tipples to tempt any taste buds. Using the most seasonal ingredients and decadent flavours, there's a dish for every desire.

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John

Dined on May 26, 2025

Took my wife for birthday meal they looked after her extremely well and even sang happy birthday which was amazing, the food was up to a very high standard and the service was excellent thank you for a great night. I would fully recommend

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Experience

Fathers Day 2025 £5pp Deposit

The Lesters Arms

4.6

4.6 (297)

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

Brewood

About the restaurant

The Lesters Arms, led by Head Chef Phil Jones, offers a unique blend of traditional pub charm and high-quality, seasonal cuisine. Known for its fresh, locally sourced ingredients, the gastropub’s menu combines classic British dishes with modern twists. Jones emphasises the importance of quality and sustainability, saying, "We work closely with local farmers to deliver the best possible experience to our guests."

The pub’s warm, inviting atmosphere makes it perfect for both casual dining and special events, with a carefully curated wine list and an extensive selection of local ales. The Lesters Arms is committed to sustainability, reducing its environmental impact while supporting the local community.

Guests rave about the exceptional food and inviting setting, making The Lesters Arms a must-visit destination for food lovers. Whether for a quick bite or a special occasion, it promises a memorable experience every time.
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Sue

Dined 2 days ago

My friend and I went on a Wednesday evening which was grill night. We had 8oz rump steaks which were cooked to perfection and very tasty. We were served complimentary warm bread with butters and oils which was a lovely touch. The red wine was of good quality too. Staff are really friendly and courteous. We will definitely be returning.

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4.6

4.6 (885)

£25 and under

Pub

Tamworth

About the restaurant

Traditional Homemade English Pub Food & Authentic Indian Cuisine.

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ElaineVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Great food, great service, friendly staff, highly recommended eating here.

Lunar

4.5

4.5 (391)

£26 to £40

British

Stafford

About the restaurant

Awarded Best Independent Restaurant in Staffordshire 2023 & 2 AA Rosettes in 2024; Lunar is a modern dining experience that focuses on quality at the historic & luxurious site of World of Wedgwood, Staffordshire.

A Bar & Brasserie themed to celebrate the past, present and the future right in the creative county of Staffordshire. Lunar serves great quality and is a beautiful experiential venue housing an abundance of artwork curated by local gallery, Barewall of Burslem, Stoke on Trent.

All food and beverages are served on Wedgwood tableware and Waterford crystal glassware offering a truly unique and quality experience.

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MikeVIP

Dined 7 days ago

We had a superb evening. Gorgeous setting, excellent service and delicious food. Highly recommend it.

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Experience

Three-Course Sunday Lunch for £37

Experience

The Chef’s Table at Lunar

Experience

Two-Course Lunch for £25

The Boat Inn

4.6

4.6 (119)

£25 and under

Contemporary British

Penkridge

About the restaurant

Welcome to The Boat Inn.

The Boat Inn Penkridge was built at the same time as the Staffs and Worcs Canal in 1779 and is one of the old ‘Gateways’ to the Village, for many years it was the first or last stopping point, as locals and visitors travelled along the Cannock Road.

Now a modernised Gastro-Pub & Restaurant, serving a range of menus including traditional hearty British meals, Bottomless Brunch, Afternoon Teas and Sunday Roasts.

We hope to see you soon!

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NeilVIP

Dined on May 29, 2025

Always good service and friendly staff food was lovely will definitely be going back.

The Two Pigs

4.6

4.6 (198)

£25 and under

Pub

Barton-under-Needwood

About the restaurant

Liam and the team behind The Boat are proud to bring to you a modern neighbourhood pub in the beautiful village of Barton-Under-Needwood.

Soak up sun in the garden with a cocktail, or in the winter find a seat inside next to the log burner. Our focus is on modern pub classics with a twist.

Offering breakfast at weekends and a classic Sunday Lunch. We also have space for hire, for private parties, birthdays, meetings or even to kick back for a sporting event.

Inspired by Betty and Peggy our 4 legged residents at our sister restaurant The Boat, where we’ve cultivated our land for crops and created a sustainable eco-system with a focus on reducing waste.

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TonyJ

Dined 7 days ago

Our first visit and it will definitely not be our last we absolutely loved it! We shared the T bone steak which just melts in your mouth. Good service and atmosphere thank you to Megan our waitress and to the chef as the food really was outstanding.

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Experience

Father's Day Sunday Lunch

Experience

Tasting Menu evening at The Two Pigs

The Plume of Feathers

4.6

4.6 (24)

£25 and under

Pub

Barlaston

About the restaurant

Soak up our friendly service and homely charm along the canal overlooking the bowling green in Barlaston. Here at the Plume of Feathers, we are the perfect retreat to sit back, relax and indulge in our delicious food with the perfect drink in hand.

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Chloe

Dined 6 days ago

Lovely food, great value for money, attentive staff and a friendly atmosphere.

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