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Best Cafes in the U.K.

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by The OpenTable Team
Updated 11 October 2019

Whether it's a morning cup of joe or afternoon caffeine stop, here are the best places around the country to get your fix, according to OpenTable diners like you.

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4.0
4 (134)
£25 and under
Cafe Dining
London Bridge
About the restaurant
Our modern café, exposing original brick walls and pillars, is stylish with comfortable seating. It is perfect for a quiet work lunch or time out from all that hard work of walking around sightseeing. The cafe offers something for everyone whether that be a quick bite with a glass of wine, a cup of coffee or a 3 course meal. We are open from early morning to mid-evening for breakfast, lunch, dinner and everything in between, including your mid-morning take-away coffee.
Top review
David
Dined on 24 Oct 2024
Lovely food and very friendly service. Very much a one off family restaurant vibe. Can get quite crowded and noisy at lunchtime. But that shows that it is popular amongst those who work nearby.
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4.6
4.6 (268)
£26 to £40
French
Victoria
About the restaurant
Tucked away behind Victoria Street and only minutes away from St James’s Park and Victoria station, Chez Antoinette Victoria adds to the neighbourhood’s vibrant restaurant scene. An oasis of calm locals would prefer us to keep a secret. “We wanted to create a canteen for the locals and provide the business community with a new dining-room” Jean-Baptiste JB Noel, co-owner.

Chez Antoinette Victoria draws inspiration from the beloved Parisian cafés, combined with a blend of Lyon’s famous guinguettes, reinterpreting classic dishes from tarts to tartines treating fresh seasonal ingredients with a modern sensibility.

Top review
Katyvip
Dined on 1 Nov 2024
Food was delicious! Service was good. At the end of dinner they added a 20% service charge on a table for two. Nowhere is this disclosed online or on their menu so we were confused by this. Crème Brûlée for dessert was great!
A photo of IL Bistro restaurant
4.5
4.5 (332)
£25 and under
Steakhouse
Brighton
About the restaurant
In 1976 Michael Garman returned to Brighton and opened IL Bistro
after being inspired by the Italian and French culture and cuisine
during his travels to the Provence and the western coast of Italy.
His goal was to open Brighton’s first Mediterranean steakhouse.
For the first time, Brightonians were able to order fresh pasta,
arancini, dry aged beef, tiramisu and negronis.

47 years later and now being operated by Michael's son Abe,
IL Bistro still stands by the same principles, using local suppliers
and produce, fresh ingredients and the best available dry
aged British beef. The restaurant is situated in an 18th century
fisherman’s cottage which we find rather fitting after Michael
spent years in Portofino, Livorno and Saint-Tropez, Europe’s
most famous fishing villages.

Booking info:
Since reopening from covid we ask for a £10 per person deposit in our busier times which gets deducted from your bill at the end of your meal.
One of our team will be in touch after your bookings made.

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Gary
Dined on 12 Oct 2024
Lovely place, people really nice, food was great, didn’t have to wait for each starter, main or dessert, always asked if we were good, we had a good night and wish we had found it earlier!! Definetly go again when in Brighton!👍
A photo of Lulworth Lodge restaurant
4.5
4.5 (391)
£25 and under
Bistro
West Lulworth
About the restaurant
Set a pebble's skim from the iconic Lulworth Cove, our all-day ground floor bistro serves contemporary food sourced from the local ingredients.


For lunch service we offer our seasonal ‘a la carte’ menu and a nibbles / sandwich menu, so please drop by for a crab sandwich or cream tea on the terrace. Dogs are welcome on the terrace as well as in the restaurant.

We are sorry to say we are unable to take reservations for the outside seating area, however you can always just walk in !

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Clare
Dined 4 days ago
Great choice on menu and we dined here the two nights we were also staying at Lulworth Lodge too. Every course was delightful and we will be back.
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3.8
3.8 (98)
£26 to £40
Pub
Tunbridge Wells
About the restaurant
Set amongst the glorious countryside, we’ve got all the finest and freshest ingredients right on our doorstep. It’s why our selected menus are varied, tasty and a little quirky. Join us for a relaxed and friendly dining experience with a difference.

Salomons Estate doing what we do best - don't miss out!

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Stephanie
Dined on 8 Sept 2024
Lovely starters and pudding but main course disappointing. I had roast beef but the Yorkshire puddings were overcooked and beef difficult to cut. I also prefer to add my own gravy as it smothered the plate. We hoped to add Salomon's to our shortlist for wedding venues but the food unfortunately did not have that extra special quality. However the staff were very good and helpful in letting us look at the wedding areas.
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4.6
4.6 (1044)
£41 and over
Afternoon Tea
Knightsbridge
About the restaurant
The Restaurant is closed.

For more information, please contact our team on 020 7225 6800. Our lines are open Monday to Saturday 9:00 to 19:00 and Sunday 10:00-19:00.

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GinetteHvip
Dined on 17 Jul 2024
We were looking forward to the afternoon tea at Harrods. It was nice but very expensive.
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4.4
4.4 (915)
£25 and under
Bistro
Yeovil
About the restaurant
Welcome to Westlands Entertainment Venue

We are proud to present a selection of dishes to satisfy any appetite and celebrate local food producers and suppliers.
Our aim is to serve you your meal within 25 minutes of placing your order; however, during very busy periods this may not be possible.
We can only hold a booked table up to a maximum of 30 minutes after your reservation time, so please make every effort to inform us if you are running late to avoid disappointment. Last orders for the kitchen is 7.00pm.


PLEASE NOTE WE ARE UNABLE TO REDEEM OPEN TABLE "DINING CHEQUES"

Thank you and we look forward to welcoming you soon.

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Angela
Dined on 1 Nov 2024
We booked for 4 people and was greeted at the door and taken straight to our table. On way he told us of the specials of the day. We ordered and our meals took about 20mins to arrive and was delicious. Three had the Texas burger which was a special of the day, and I had the fish and chips with mushy peas and tartare sauce. We all enjoyed our meals, and will be back again soon.
A photo of The Pimlico Grid restaurant
4.9
4.9 (74)
£25 and under
Breakfast
Victoria
About the restaurant
The Pimlico Grid, is a cosy little brasserie. Our hospitality is friendly, and our style is down to earth.
Open every morning from 8am for a delicious breakfast. Walking distance to Victoria Station, London's most famous landmarks are walking distance from us.
Our menu has something for everyone. Whether you're looking for the most classic of English breakfasts (Full English) - aka The Full Grid - or a more eclectic dish of Halloumi Toast.
We are here for you daily, to help you start your day!

Top review
Sandra
Dined 2 days ago
Delicious breakfast. Lots of healthy options, all beautifully prepared. Friendly, efficient service.
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