As of 2023, according to Michelin’s website, in Britain, there are 169 Michelin-starred restaurants – amongst them, eight are rated three stars, 18 are two stars, and 143 are one star. Additionally, 8 of them have been rated Green Star – Michelin’s sustainability print.

In a nutshell, this is what Michelin stars mean in hospitality…

• One Star: The restaurant is considered “very good in its category”, has a quality menu and prepares cuisine to a high standard.
• Two Stars: The restaurant has excellent cuisine and has something exceptional to offer.
• Three Stars: The restaurant has exceptional cuisine “worth a special journey” and serves distinct dishes perfectly executed.
• Green Star (since 2020): the restaurant is at the top of its game regarding sustainable practices.

Because we wondered which food establishments could be worth visiting on your journey in the UK, we filtered them down by moderate spending (££), so you wouldn’t have to dig too far to find both affordable and incredible.

Here’s our selection of delicious and affordable one-Michelin-starred restaurants in London and beyond:

• Wild Honey St James, London
• St. JOHN, London
• The Coach, Marlow, UK
• Pipe and Glass, Yorkshire, UK
• Star Inn at Harome, Yorkshire, UK
• Bridge Arms, Dover, UK
• Casa Fofo, Hackney, London
• Le Champignon Sauvage, Cheltenham, UK
• Sabor, Heddon Street, London
• Barrafina, Dean Street, London
• Jamavar, Mayfair, London
• Trishna, Blandford Street, London
• Pea Porridge, Bury St Edmonds, UK

Here’s a map to help you locate them at a glance; below, we added more details about each restaurant.

Modern British

Wild Honey St James, London

Evening 3-course menu = £75 per person

Part of the Sofitel London St James hotel, since its opening in 2019, the restaurant Wild Honey St James has been recognised for its distinctive modern European cuisine. For Chef Anthony Demetre, it’s all about the flavours. His creative menu attracts many foodies from worldwide to the British capital.

St. JOHN, London

Menu and prices vary per day

You’ll have a nice experience at St. JOHN as this is the place to try new things like cuttlefish or ox tongue. To the dedicated and knowledgeable staff, seasonality matters the most: the same ingredients and dishes are on the menu, but the varieties change regularly.

The Coach, Marlow, UK

No Meat A La Carte = £9.50-30 for a Main Course

Meat A La Carte = £14.50-30 for a Main Course

With charming staff, tasty cooking and reasonable prices, The Coach is a pub for everyone, with ‘Meat’, ‘No Meat’ and ‘Sweet’ Menus. Mostly cooking pub dishes in the size of starters, it’s best to order a few to share with your loved ones. And don’t leave without trying the succulent cottage pie or The Coach profiteroles!

Pipe and Glass, Yorkshire, UK

Prices vary per menu

Pipe and Glass was initially the gatehouse of Dalton Park, the owners have converted this place into a cosy dining inn, and you’ll love the lush and colourful terrace. As Head Chef James Mackenzie knows everything about Yorkshire’s best local foods and seasonality, he included the most delicious region’s signature dishes on its authentic menus.

Star Inn at Harome, Yorkshire, UK

Winter Tasting Menu = from £125 per person

The Star Inn at Harome boasts delicious local produce, such as fish from Whitby, meat from the Yorkshire Moors and vegetables from its kitchen garden. Head Chef Steve Smith loves using these simple dishes while giving them a more modern touch.

Bridge Arms, Dover, UK

Chef’s Menu = £85 per person

In 2021, Daniel and Natasha, owners of nearby Fordwich Arms, took over what was formerly The White Horse. Bridge Arms, located in the charming village of Bridge within the Nailbourne Valley – not too far from Canterbury – is a warm and friendly restaurant that offers plenty of sophisticated specialities like fish cooked on the grill.

Modern Cuisine

Casa Fofo, Hackney, London

Sample Menu = £62 per person

Located on the busy Dalston High Road, Casa Fofo is an open-kitchen restaurant that constantly innovates its dishes, fueling its inspiration mostly from Pacific influences. Italian chef Adolfo de Cecco combines interesting Asian flavours with Mediterranean traditions and offers vegetarian options that are equally original.

Le Champignon Sauvage, Cheltenham, UK

A La Carte Menu = from £60 per person for Two Courses

Nestled in the historic spa town of Cheltenham, Le Champignon Sauvage is David and Helen Everitt-Matthias’ little food gem. Helen manages the service, while David takes care of the food – using the best British ingredients and mixing them with delicious French dishes.

Spanish

Sabor, Heddon Street, London

Prices vary per restaurant area

Founded by Nieves Barragan and José Etura, Sabor is a must-try address for the most exquisite Spanish food. From Andalucían tapas to Galician seafood, this one-Michelin-star restaurant on Heddon Street offers different areas – The Counter and El Asador. Here, you can try incredible dishes like a Segovian suckling pig or octopus cooked in copper.

Barrafina, Dean Street, London

A La Carte = £14-30 for a Main Course

Spanish institution Barrafina‘s main menu uses the day’s best produce, like scallop tartar or turbot with Ajada sauce. The food is so exquisite that it’ll last a while on your palate, and you’ll want to try everything.

Indian

Jamavar, Mayfair, London

Tasting Menu = from £105 per person 

A La Carte = £20-40 for a Main Course

Created by the founders of The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts in India, Jamavar is a fine dining concept replicating India's culinary traditions. The one-star restaurant is named after “the 16th-century lace shawls of Kashmir” and was first opened in 2001 at The Leela Palace Bengaluru, where it became famous for its pan-Indian cuisine.

Trishna, Blandford Street, London

5-course Tasting Menu = £80 per person

Lunch and Evening Menu = from £40 per person

You’ll find Trishna, another excellent Indian restaurant in Marylebone Village, this time with a more contemporary menu and a wine list from emerging regions of the world. Awarded a Michelin Star in 2012, the kitchen proposes original creations, succulent curries and biryanis. The restaurant’s best dish? Brown crab from Dorset with butter and red chilli. Yummy!

Mediterranean

Pea Porridge, Bury St Edmonds, UK

3-course Fixed Menu = £40 per person

A La Carte = £24-30 per person

Located in cottages from the 1820s, Pea Porridge is today a one-Michelin-star restaurant that kept the original cast iron bread oven. Run by a lovely couple, the place is cosy with wooden furnishings and quirky artwork. On the menu, you’ll find a delicate combination of North African, Middle Eastern and Mediterranean dishes with ingredients cooked over charcoal, beech, oak, birch or pine cones.