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Lumière, Cheltenham, Gloucesetershire

Lumière

4.9
4.9
36 Reviews
£41 and over
British
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Cheltenham’s newest MICHELIN Star - Lumiere is an elegant, ingredient-led, innovative, fine dining experience in the heart of Cheltenham. Lead by husband and wife team, Somerset born Chef Jon and general manager Helen, the restaurant has a focus on the best British produce sourced from a network of dedicated farmers, fishermen, producers & our own family run farm.
Since opening in January 2009, Lumiere has received numerous local and national awards including a MICHELIN Star, AA Restaurant of the Year for England, 3AA Rosettes and is regularly listed amongst the Top 20 Restaurants in the UK by Hardens and Tripadvisor. Jon was also been shortlisted for Restauranteur of the Year by The Caterer for all of his efforts during the pandemic.

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2 people
22:30
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Fri, Sat 12:30–16:00 Dinner Wed–Sat 19:00–00:00
  • Phone number
    01242 222200
  • Website
    https://lumiererestaurant.co.uk/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Jon Howe
  • Location
    Clarence Parade, Cheltenham, Gloucesetershire GL50 3PA
  • Area
    Cheltenham
  • Cross Street
    Most of the main town centre parking is within a 10 minute walk.
  • Parking Details
    None
  • Public Transit
    1 minute walk from the Bus Station
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wine

Experiences

  • EIGHT

    £125.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    EIGHT Courses of our delicate, produce-driven dishes inspired by our home-grown harvest & Jon’s skilful creativity. Vegetarian Menus, along with other dietary specific menus, are prepared only upon request. For customers who are unable to consume meat, fish or shellfish we are happy to substitute courses from our vegetarian menu but please do let us know in advance. Due to the seasonality and complexity of our dishes, we are unable to offer a completely dairy or egg free menu. If you have any other specific dietary requirements and will require a dietary specific menu please do contact our team to discuss when you make your reservation.
    EIGHT photo

  • SIX

    £95.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    SIX Courses of our delicate, produce-driven dishes inspired by our home-grown harvest & Jon’s skilful creativity. Vegetarian Menus, along with other dietary specific menus, are prepared only upon request. For customers who are unable to consume meat, fish or shellfish we are happy to substitute courses from our vegetarian menu but please do let us know in advance. Due to the seasonality and complexity of our dishes, we are unable to offer a completely dairy or egg free menu. If you have any other specific dietary requirements and will require a dietary specific menu please do contact our team to discuss when you make your reservation.
    SIX photo

  • FOUR

    £60.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    FOUR Courses of our delicate, produce-driven dishes inspired by our home-grown harvest & Jon’s skilful creativity. Vegetarian Menus, along with other dietary specific menus, are prepared only upon request. For customers who are unable to consume meat, fish or shellfish we are happy to substitute courses from our vegetarian menu but please do let us know in advance. Due to the seasonality and complexity of our dishes, we are unable to offer a completely dairy or egg free menu. If you have any other specific dietary requirements please do contact our team to discuss when you make your reservation.
    FOUR photo

What 36 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 5Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Gloucestershire/Wiltshire

    Best Overall

  • Gloucestershire/Wiltshire

    Best Food

  • Gloucestershire/Wiltshire

    Best Service

  • Gloucestershire/Wiltshire

    Best Ambience

  • Gloucestershire/Wiltshire

    Best Value

  • Gloucestershire/Wiltshire

    Innovative

  • Gloucestershire/Wiltshire

    Healthy

  • Gloucestershire/Wiltshire

    Great for fine wines

  • Gloucestershire/Wiltshire

    Romantic

  • Gloucestershire/Wiltshire

    Good for special occasions

  • Gloucestershire/Wiltshire

    British

  • Cheltenham

    Best Overall

  • Cheltenham

    Best Food

  • Cheltenham

    Best Service

  • Cheltenham

    Best Ambience

  • Cheltenham

    Best Value

  • Cheltenham

    Healthy

  • Cheltenham

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Cheltenham

    Good for special occasions

  • Cheltenham

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Cheltenham

    Most Booked

36 Reviews

  1. SallyB

    Birmingham

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was exceptional. Lovely service. Thoroughly enjoyed the experience.

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  2. KevinS

    Bristol

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous food , beautifully presented with relaxed, attentive service. Highly recommended

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  3. MalcolmP

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 18 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our favourite restaurant for special anniversaries and one of the best we have experienced. For us it is in the same bracket as Le Manoir aux Quats’ Saisons and Bibendum though more intimate. Its Michelin recognition was, when it came last year, well overdue.

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  4. ElizabethM

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This restaurant is an absolute must. The food is exquisite with wonderful flavours. There is also an excellent wine list. We go every time we visit Cheltenham and it gets better and better.

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  5. MelissaP

    Worcestershire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My husband Simon has followed John since his humble beginnings in Herefordshire serving exceptional, pub grub about 18 Years ago ! It was noted Jon was destined to become recognised & has now been given his Michelin star gaining the status he deserved. As ever the meal ( 8 courses) was superbly executed, exceptional service , exciting and thoroughly delicious throughout the evening … standout moments was OMG “coronation chicken” a mouthful of heavenly delight, sourdough bread with butter that melts lush , Mac n cheese , venison beautifully cooked, soulful scallop, Canon Pyon damson soufflé deliciously light & gorgeous coffee . It was my birthday gift to hubby & Jon with his team made it a very special evening. Many thanks & we are planning on returning with your cottage pie is back on the menu hopefully in the New Year ?? Merry Christmas Melissa & Simon Hereford .

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  6. DavidO

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent evening out, welcome and service outstanding. Eight course dinner with wine pairing was really excellent.

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  7. jewelsjethro

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    On arrival we were greeted by friendly welcoming staff who were an integral part of a lovely dining experience. They were everything you would want from your dinner host - knowledgable about the food to be served, concerned for our comfort and enjoyment but also that the evening was to be a 'serious' culinary experience. We enjoyed the 8-course tasting menu and a flight of paired wines, expertly chosen by the sommelier. A great deal of effort had clearly been put into all the courses and these generally worked well, as did the lovely sourdough bread, pallet cleansers etc. I wasn't so sure about the croquette of macaroni cheese, despite the skill of its preparation, nor the chicken flavoured butter - but was pleased to try these new creations. For me, there were two distinct highlights - duck parfait coated in white chocolate - who knew? clearly this clever chef did, but the venison course was an absolute triumph despite being somewhat traditional in its conception, the cooking of it was sublime. Well done to the entire team at Lumière.

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  8. AaronS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food. Great service. Very knowledgeable staff.

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  9. RichardB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 November 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Brilliant meal as I remember it from a long time ago

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  10. SueL

    Gloucestershire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was an amazing experience. Beautiful food, couldn’t fault any of it. Portion size was perfect and service excellent. Will definitely go again.

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  11. GlutenFreeFoodie

    Bath

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    From start to finish this was the most amazing experience. Warm welcome, attentive service and of course incredible food! The food was fun and inventive with everything from squid ink tuiles with taramasalata, through mac & cheese croquettes, duckliver pate dipped in white chocolate, tequila sorbet with salt crisp.... all the way through to coffee and petit fours, I could not fault a single element of any anything! Also the gluten-free options were just as brilliant. Highly recommended.

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  12. MariaB

    North Wales

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 21 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic meal!We had the 8 course taster menu, my boyfriend had the wine flight and I had the no alcohol version. Such a great atmosphere, the servers were really friendly and the place had just the right ambience. The food was fantastic and such a treat!

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  13. Will

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Easily the best food I’ve ever eaten and perfect attentive staff

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  14. GilesE

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 18 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Every aspect of the 6 course taster menu was delicious - we wanted more of everything but by the end we were perfectly satiated. The wine decanters are also a thing of beauty.

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  15. BillyS

    Gloucestershire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Fantastic evening-its been a while but the wait was worth it!

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  16. AnaD

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The ambiance is simple, but the place is very comfortable. The food is surprising and delicious. The service was justa great.

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  17. AdamP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful meal at a comfortable one star. Will be back!

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  18. Darren

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 11 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Title: A Symphony of Flavours at Lumière Review: From the moment we stepped into Lumière, I was transported into a world of culinary excellence. The intimate setting and the warm welcome set the tone for what was to be an unforgettable dining experience. The highlight of the evening was undoubtedly the 8-course tasting menu. Each dish was a testament to Chef Jon Howe’s ability to put a new and interesting twist on traditional dishes. The menu was a perfect balance of flavours, textures, and culinary techniques. The journey began with Canapés & Sourdough, followed by an exquisite Severn and Wye Smoked Eel with Maris Piper, Apple, Caviar, and Smoked Pepper Dulce. The Cotswold Estate Venison with Cavalo Nero, Hen of the Woods, Celeriac, and British Black Truffle was a standout dish, each bite revealing layers of depth and complexity. The finale, a Canon Pyon Damson Souffle with Yoghurt and Almond Milk, was the perfect end to the meal. It was light yet indulgent, a sweet note that left me wanting more. The service was impeccable, with staff who were not only knowledgeable but also genuinely passionate about their craft. In conclusion, dining at Lumière is not just about enjoying a meal; it’s about experiencing a culinary journey that delights all senses. I highly recommend Lumière to anyone seeking an exceptional dining experience. It truly deserves its Michelin star.

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  19. JeanB

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 October 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Some dishes in the tasting menu were superb; we particularly enjoyed the coronation chicken canape and the smoked eel.

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  20. CAHill

    Exclusive

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I think we died, and went to Lumiere! It’s heavenly. It’s where I want to spend my every waking moment from now on…

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  21. Kathy

    Gloucestershire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Another delightful, exciting, tasty and enjoyable meal at the Lumiere restaurant. Since they achieved their Michelin Star, their cooking and presentation has reached new heights.

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  22. Cookie

    Hertfordshire

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 6 October 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely first class! Every course was delightful. Was so pleased we were able to get a table. Loved the iPad detailing the ingredients of each course.

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  23. JoannaR

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food, presented beautifully and tasting delicious. Super friendly staff. Thank you!

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  24. Albons

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely wonderful visit to Lumiere for lunch. Every. Single. Mouthful (!) was divine! Superb service from the lovely team.

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  25. ThomasT

    Berkshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Just about my favourite restaurant of all time. The food may seem a bit on the tinsy side portion-wise but the flavours are strong but subtle and the immaculate presentation is quite something. Immensely satisfying!

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  26. HelenB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazingly delicious food , each course was a brilliant work of "food art" . Flavour and presentation could not be faulted. Helen at front of house was attentive but not intrusive . An outstanding menu and restaurant .

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  27. DavidH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We thoroughly enjoyed this visit and wished we had not left it so long since the last visit. We have eaten at several top restaurants including the Fat Duck and Le Manoir Aux Quat’Saisons and while both are first class, it is more relaxing at Lumiere and the quality of the food is just as good. Lumiere thus represents excellent value. For us it is the taste of the food which counts and Jon is very skilled getting very complex flavours from good local ingredients. Many thanks we will be back.

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  28. markp

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 21 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a fantastic evening trying the 8 courses. Everything was delicious and the staff were friendly and attentive. One of the best meals I've had out in a long time!

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  29. CraigT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a sublimely delightful experience we had at Lumiere in September 23. It was recommended to us by a friend in Perth (WA) and did not disappoint. From the intimate atmosphere, friendly and engaging wait staff, and of course the most sumptuous food one could expect. If we had one criticism it would be choice around dessert options, however everything was top quality.

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  30. Anonymous

    Manchester

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 9 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A very pleasant first visit. We greatly enjoyed the six course tasting menu and we appreciated the efforts made to meet my wife's dietary requirements. This was up there with the very best meals we've had over the past couple of years. The duck dish was pretty much the best course I've ever had anywhere. We're looking forward to returning as soon as we can.

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  31. Foodies

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 7 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A real experience, food was spectacular. Treated my husband for his birthday as a surprise and we weren't disappointed. This is a night out, not just a meal, so be patient as they are cooking each course individually with great care& attention to detail and that takes time. We came away feeling replete, happy and know we will remember this for years to come. A special shout out to waitress,Alice, who was working her first night. She was kind, attentive & is an asset to the restaurant. I did write this review previously but there was an error on the app, so this is from 7/9/23. Highly recommend the Lumiere.

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  32. PeterD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Magnificent meal as always. Looking forward to next time

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    Gloucestershire

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 September 2023

    overall3food5service3ambience3
    Normally Lumière is an amazing experience but something obviously went wrong tonight. Service was very slow to the point we go so bored after 6 course in 2 1/2 hours that we had to give up and ask for the bill and leave. It’s a shame as we have always had a wonderful time there. Hopefully this is a one off but I don’t know if we would risk going back for a while.

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  34. 007kb

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 September 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I sent my 16 year old daughter and husband as a GCSE celebration!! They were blown away!! To quote, the flavours were out of this world, the portion sizes of the 6 courses were perfectly balanced! Beef has never tasted so good! Beautiful!!!

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  35. JohnD

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The fixed menu here (6 or 8 courses) is absolutely first class. This is simply an outstanding restaurant - I cannot fault Lumiere on any count.

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  36. Lucy

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 August 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really incredible food and perfect level of attentive service from friendly and knowledgeable staff. The best tasting menu we have ever had as there wasn’t any part of it that was lacklustre and didn’t impress. Particularly enjoyed the tequila slammer as it was so different, but really every course was perfection. We will definitely be returning. Thank you for a wonderful anniversary celebration.

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Lumière is rated 4.9 stars by 36 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
22:30
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Lumière

Clarence Parade, Cheltenham, Gloucesetershire GL50 3PA

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Most of the main town centre parking is within a 10 minute walk.
  • Area
    Cheltenham
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Fri, Sat 12:30–16:00 Dinner Wed–Sat 19:00–00:00
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking Details
    None
  • Public Transit
    1 minute walk from the Bus Station
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jon Howe
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wine
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