Rutland Restaurant Guide

Horse & Panniers, The

The building of Rutland Water, Europe's largest man-made lake, and its development as a major centre for leisure and recreation has offered a life-line to the attractive restaurants and pubs that come within its influence.

• Address: North Luffenham, nr Uppingham, LE15 8JR (Map)
• Cuisine(s): British
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: N/A, Dinner: N/A

Jackson Stops Inn

Discerning travellers on the A1 looking for a change should leave the main road at Stretton and make the shortest of detours into the village, keeping an eye open for the delightfully named Rookery Lane, where nestles a country inn that is undoubtedly different.

• Address: Rookery Lane, Stretton, Oakham, LE15 7RA (Map)
• Cuisine(s): French, Modern British, Gastropub
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: £15.00, Dinner: £30.00

Lake Isle Restaurant

The Lake Isle Hotel, known to a discerning few for a number of years, has now undergone a major facelift that has greatly expanded its ability to look to wider horizons. Located discreetly in the centre of the fashionable town of Uppingham (well, Rick Stein did go to school there) the restaurant is designed in such a way that it can be adapted for day or evening use, thus offering a cheerful lunch or a more reflective atmosphere for dinner.

• Address: Lake Isle Restaurant & Town House Hotel, 16 High Street East, Uppingham, LE15 9PZ (Map)
• Cuisine(s): British, French
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: £16.00, Dinner: £39.00

Marquess of Exeter, The

This delightful 16th century former coaching inn in the historic village of Lyddington, itself just outside Uppingham with its ancient market place and highly respected public school, has recently taken on a renewed lease of life, with new owners and a major refurbishment.

• Address: Lyddington, nr Uppingham, LE15 9LT (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Gastropub
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: N/A, Dinner: N/A

Nick's Restaurant

Featured Restaurant

In the county town of Rutland is one of the best-kept culinary secrets of the East Midlands. When I talk to chefs in the area and ask them where they spend their nights off, those who will admit they actually have one smile reflectively and murmur, well, Nick's, and others add, 'of course'.

• Address: Lord Nelson's House, 11 Marketplace, Oakham, LE15 6DT (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Modern British
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: £28.00, Dinner: £40.00

Old Pheasant, The

• Address: 15 Main Road, Glaston, Uppingham, LE15 9BP (Map)
• Cuisine(s): English, Modern British, Modern European
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: £18.00, Dinner: £30.00

Old Plough Inn, The

The Old Plough is fortunate in its hosts, David and Claire Cox who go out of their way to welcome guests with the result that a contented blend of villagers and mainly travelled diners enjoy this friendly pub with restaurant to the maximum.

• Address: 2 Church Street, Braunston, Oakham, LE15 8QY (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Modern British
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: N/A, Dinner: £29.00

Old White Hart

The Old White Hart is the way a pub should be. Set in the picturesque village of Lyddington with its Bede House and ancient houses it is a favourite watering hole for many who not only appreciate a pub of distinction but also appreciate a game of boules.

• Address: 51 Main Street, Lyddington, nr Uppingham, LE15 9LR (Map)
• Cuisine(s): English
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: N/A, Dinner: £32.00

Olive Branch

Featured Restaurant

Set amidst the deep rural beauty of Rutland, this much fêted village pub continues to offer some of the best food and drink for miles around, with an excellent wine list, an array of draught and bottled beers and a timelessness that refreshes; most recently with the addition of six beautiful en-suite rooms located in the converted house across the road.

• Address: Main Street, Clipsham, LE15 7SH (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Modern British
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: £34.00, Dinner: £37.00

Osprey Restaurant

• Address: The Barnsdale Hall Hotel, Barnsdale, Rutland, nr Oakham, LE15 8AB (Map)
• Cuisine(s): French
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: N/A, Dinner: £42.00