The Best Restaurant in Stratford-upon-Avon and the Heart of England, England

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Stratford has many reasonably priced bistros and unpretentious eateries offering a broad choice of international fare; Warwick and Kenilworth both have good restaurant options. Birmingham has good international restaurants but is probably most famous for its Indian and Pakistani "curry houses"; you'll find good choices both in the city center and out of town. The city hosts the annual Taste of Birmingham Festival in July. In the rest of the Midlands, casual spots dominate, although Ludlow has some exceptionally good restaurants.

The Walrus

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Run by chef couple Ben Hall and Carla Ernst, the Walrus creates culinary excitement in this sleek modern space through its ever-changing menu, which is genuinely committed to using local and seasonal produce. All the vegetables come from the restaurant's walled garden in nearby Ford, and the resulting dishes are beautifully presented and impressive. The tasting menu is available at all times, though diners can order from the à la carte menu on Wednesday and Thursday evenings and Saturday lunchtime. For something more spontaneous, food and drinks (including delicious cocktails) are now served in the bar, for which no booking is required.

2 Lower Claremont Bank, Shrewsbury, SY1 1RT, England
01743-240005
Known For
  • Low-key fine dining with friendly service
  • Online reservations essential for this mainly prix-fixe restaurant
  • No reservations needed for food served at the bar
Restaurant Details
Closed Sun.–Tues. No lunch Wed. and Thurs.
Reservations essential

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