Known as the jewel of the Cotswolds, Chipping Campden is home to one of the prettiest high streets in England. It’s on this terraced street winding its way through the centre of town that you’ll find many of the best restaurants in Chipping Campden.
Eating out is one of the best things to do in Chipping Campden, as it allows you to discover the Cotswolds through its food, be that locally reared meat or fruit and veg grown in some of the restaurants’ own back gardens.
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Breakfast and cafes in Chipping Campden
There are many places to grab a bite of breakfast in Chipping Campden, so highlighting just one has proven difficult. Lots of places to eat in Chipping Campden offer breakfast as part of their menu but we’re choosing eateries that take breakfast seriously.
Photo credits: Bantam Tea Rooms
Bantam Tea Rooms
Bantam Tea Rooms are so serious about breakfast, in fact, that they serve it all day (well, until 3.30pm at least). It’s all cooked fresh to order too, so you won’t turn up at quarter past three and get bacon and sausages that have been sitting idly in a bain-marie.
Situated on the high street, Bantam’s is a hub for rendezvous as locals and tourists alike flock to the comfortable honey-hued stone interiors. If the weather is fine, the gardens are equally stunning, surrounded by pretty flowers and amber architecture.
This family-run business serves up classic English breakfasts alongside omelettes or smoked salmon and scrambled eggs on toast. Don’t forget that it’s never too early for a slice of homemade cake; either choose a wedge from the cake window or indulge yourself with an afternoon tea which, paradoxically, is served from 9.30am (more on afternoon teas later in this guide).
Other cafes in Chipping Campden
- Café Huxleys – another family-run café set in a 500-year-old building with a moreish breakfast menu
- Butty's at The Old Bakehouse – friendly staff, breakfast sandwiches and eat-in or takeaway options … what more could you wish for from a café in Chipping Campden?
- Campden Coffee – pet friendly and with space to park your bike, this place is great for a breakfast pit stop
Afternoon tea in Chipping Campden
You’re on holiday so why not treat yourself to a little extravagance? The Cotswolds seems like it was made for afternoon tea, with its gorgeous rivers and picture postcard villages. And if you haven’t got a huge appetite, why not just settle for one of the best cream teas in the Cotswolds instead?
Cotswolds House
Afternoon tea should always be enjoyed somewhere flamboyant in our opinion and Cotswolds House has exuberance and vibrance in just the right measure. Come take a seat in the Grade II-listed Regency townhouse and pop through to the Fig lounge or the bistro where wonderful views are to be had from every window, be it the rolling Cotswolds hills or the classic stone buildings.
This afternoon tea in Chipping Campden will live long in the memory; not only is the food exquisite and locally sourced but so is the china and silverware. Spoil yourself with sandwiches, cakes and other sweet treats, accompanied perfectly by a loose-leaf tea. If you’re feeling extra naughty, why not add a glass of Champagne or a Cotswolds gin and tonic to make the day even more special?
Booking is advised here and afternoon tea is served from 2pm until 5pm. You’ll have the choice of the interior with a roaring log fire in the winter months or the seclusion of the expansive gardens and the hidden terrace in the summer.
Other places for afternoon tea in Chipping Campden
- Charingworth Manor – a 14th-century manor house with 50 acres to explore to burn off those scones and cakes
- Badgers Hall Tea Room – a fine example of a quintessential English tearoom
- The Lygon Arms – situated in Broadway, a mere 5 miles away, this hotel has hosted royalty throughout its 600-year history
Pub food and Sunday lunch in Chipping Campden
Sometimes, after a long (or short) walk meandering around a picturesque Cotswolds village, there’s nothing more you want than sitting down to some good, honest pub grub. Luckily, Chipping Campden’s pubs are amongst the top pubs in the Cotswolds and we've even included one a little further afield that features in our list of top dog-friendly pubs in the Cotswolds.
Eight Bells Inn
One of the best pubs in Chipping Campden, the Eight Bells Inn sits in the heart of the town, on a terrace of similarly coloured houses – you might even mistake it for just another pretty Cotswolds residence. On closer inspection, however, this gastropub has much more to it.
Established in the 14th century, this traditional English inn has stone floors and open fires inside and a courtyard and garden outside, meaning you are well served no matter what time of year you visit. Featuring in the nation’s top food and pub guides is common for this pub and the staff pride themselves on excellent service and first-class, locally sourced food.
Open from 12 noon, with a break around mid-afternoon (except Sunday) so they can prepare for the evening’s service, you’ll have plenty of time to find a spot and peruse the menu. Bookings are welcome but if you’re waiting for a table having not booked, just spend the time sampling the handpicked selection of locally brewed beers.
Other pubs in or near Chipping Campden
- Lygon Arms – the oldest coaching inn in Chipping Campden, this 16th-century tavern is a popular late-afternoon and evening choice
- The Red Lion Tavern – situation opposite the start of the Cotswold Way, this Grade II-listed pub is great for fuelling up before a walk
- Ebrington Arms – just 3 miles away in Ebrington, this pub has a sustainable approach to food
Italian restaurants in Chipping Campden
Mamma mia, Italian food is good. Pizza, pasta, risotto, seafood and gelato; you name it, there’s an Italian restaurant in Chipping Campden waiting to serve it.
Da Luigi Bistro
Okay, we’ll be honest, there’s only one Italian restaurant in Chipping Campden but to be fair, it’s a corker. With wooden flooring and Cotswold stone walls complemented by authentic Italian touches here and there, Da Luigi Bistro gives off a genuine Italian vibe from the moment you’re warmly welcomed through the door.
The pasta is homemade and the pizzas are wood-fired meaning there’s no need to visit the ‘Venice of the Cotswolds’ to get a true taste of Italy. Booking is advised but once you’ve reserved your table, you can sit back and go on a culinary journey, savouring the chef’s specialities such as costoletta d'agnello (lamb chops) and branzino all’acqua pazza (seabass fillet in cherry tomato sauce) both served with sautéed potatoes and vegetables or more renowned dishes like seafood linguine, penne arrabbiata, and capricciosa pizza.
The restaurant can accommodate groups of all sizes in case you have a special occasion to celebrate, and if you just fancy eating in the comfort of your self-catering holiday home, you can take advantage of their click-and-collect takeaway menu. Buon appetito.
Other Italian restaurants near Chipping Campden
- Buongiorno Café – a multi-award-winning Italian café in nearby Evesham
- Flavours – if you want authentic gelato, head to this restaurant in Evesham
- Casa – superb interiors and unbelievable food; you won’t regret visiting this Evesham hotspot
Indian restaurants in Chipping Campden
Everyone has their own personalised Indian order down to a tee – think Smithy from Gavin and Stacey. So, get your order rehearsed, order a cold lager and don’t fill up too much on poppadoms.
Photo credits: The Volunteer Inn
The Maharaja
This Indian restaurant in Chipping Campden is housed within the Volunteer Inn, making it, in our opinion, one of the best pubs in the Cotswolds. When you visit the Maharaja, you know that you’ll be experiencing Asia at its exotic best, with chefs using the finest ingredients and age-old methods to bring you first-class Indian cuisine.
The menu holds all the regular favourites you’d expect from a popular Indian restaurant; however, the chefs are flexible and are always pushing the boundaries with new and exciting dishes that might be available if you ask. The interior has accents of Indian authenticity alongside staple Cotswold stone giving you a warm welcome as you sit down with your friends and family.
Finish off next door in the pub where there are regular quiz nights, poker nights and other events. And if the evening is balmy, enjoy your digestif in the pleasant beer garden whilst watching a live football, rugby and cricket match on the outdoor TV screen.
Other Indian restaurants near Chipping Campden
- Evesham Balti – this Evesham restaurant’s approach is to cook healthy Indian dishes; it even delivers them straight to your door
- Blue Lagoon – with unique dishes and traditional Indian lighting, this 20-year-old establishment is a great choice in Evesham
- The Spice Room – take your time perusing the truly enormous menu of this takeaway-only restaurant in Moreton-in-Marsh
Greek and Mediterranean restaurants in Chipping Campden
If you’re looking for something a little lighter or a few bowls of different tapas dishes, perhaps a Greek or a Mediterranean restaurant is what you need.
Michael's Mediterranean
You’re walking around Chipping Campden, it’s a fine sunny day, your belly begins to rumble but you don’t want anything too heavy. Wait, what’s that next to the historic Wool Market building? It’s Michael's Mediterranean, a place where you can dine out on the beautiful terrace as plate after plate of delightful and modern Mediterranean cuisine is brought to your table.
Inside, the feeling of the restaurant is elegant and relaxed at the same time; there’s an air of fine dining whilst also embracing a casual element that brings the locals back again and again. There are open fires for when you’re visiting in the colder months but whatever the season, the food is presented exquisitely – whether you’re grazing on mezze dishes or devouring a daily special main meal.
Should you be celebrating a special occasion, Michael’s can devise a bespoke menu for you to make your day even more unique.
Other Mediterranean restaurants near Chipping Campden
- Alexiou's – ‘we came, we saw, we ate, we loved’, the tagline says all you need to know about this Stow-on-the-Wold restaurant
- El Cafe at Sheldon's Wine Cellars – authentic Spanish food and authentic Spanish service in Shipston-on-Stour
- The Broadbean Broadway – enjoy some bona fide tapas from around the world at this beautiful restaurant in Broadway
Chinese restaurants in Chipping Campden
Chinese food was made to be shared. There’s nothing quite like ordering numerous dishes and then treating yourself to a little bit of everything.
Crystal Palace
For fresh and delicious Cantonese and Chinese cuisine, there’s really only one option (literally). Crystal Palace on Sheep Street is open six days a week, even on bank holidays, and offers all the traditional meals you’d come to expect from a classic Chinese takeaway.
However, if there’s a dish not on the menu that you have a hankering for, please ask a member of staff who will be happy to oblige. The takeaway restaurant also caters for vegetarians and if you’ve had your fill of the Orient, you can always order from their fish and chips menu which also includes savoury pies, nuggets and burgers.
Please do note that they only accept cash so head to an ATM beforehand, as there isn’t another Chinese restaurant in Chipping Campden.
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Michelin-star restaurants in Chipping Campden
Maybe you frequent Michelin-star restaurants all the time or perhaps you just want to brag to your friends when you return from your Cotswolds getaway – whatever the reason, it’s always a treat to eat at a restaurant deemed star-worthy by a guide that has been awarding said stars for nearly 100 years.
The Back Garden
Sitting between Broadway and Chipping Campden, just along from Broadway Golf Club, Dormy House is an elegant retreat where you can pamper yourself with an award-winning spa day. Enjoy the terrace hot tub and the Scandi-style thermal suite, all the while thinking about the table you’ve booked in the Michelin-star restaurant on site.
The Back Garden is a culinary experience ‘to dine for’ and celebrates the finest ingredients, many of which are grown in the garden itself. Open only for dinner from 6pm–9pm, The Back Garden doesn’t deal in pretension; rather, it favours putting flavour first and presenting it in an inventive way.
Another exciting option available to you is MO. Serving only 12 guests a night at precisely 7.30pm, this interactive chef’s table experience offers up an exclusive eight-course tasting menu with ‘unexpected ingredients and forward-thinking culinary techniques with a sprinkling of food theatre.’
Other fine dining establishments near Chipping Campden
- Buckland Manor – an innovative and modern restaurant near Broadway that even caters for V.I.L.Ps (very important little people)
- The Royal Oak – included in the Michelin Guide 2024, this public house in Whatcote dates back to 1150
- Restaurant Henne – an intimate and ethical restaurant in nearby Moreton-in-Marsh
Map of places to eat in Chipping Campden
Check out all the places mentioned in our guide on this handy map.
Self-catering cottages in Chipping Campden
After dispatching a lamb bhuna or a double portion of arancini, you’re probably going to need somewhere to rest for the night before getting ready to take on another superb eatery. In fact, some of these Chipping Campden restaurants are takeaway only so you’ll certainly need somewhere to come back to in order to serve up your authentic cuisine.
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