Hertfordshire Restaurants

ASK - Stevenage Old Town

For some time I made the mistake of thinking that no group of restaurants in the region of 200 locations could hope to maintain the quality for which I was looking. Then one day I decided to put my prejudices to the test, walked into Oxford Ask! and discovered that I could not have been more mistaken.

• Address: 15 High Street, Stevenage Old Town, Stevenage, SG1 3BG (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Pizza & Pasta
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: N/A, Dinner: £22.00

ASK - Watford

For some time I made the mistake of thinking that no group of restaurants in the region of 200 locations could hope to maintain the quality for which I was looking. Then one day I decided to put my prejudices to the test, walked into Oxford Ask! and discovered that I could not have been more mistaken.

• Address: The Former Post Office, Market Street, Watford, WD18 0LG (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Pizza & Pasta
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: N/A, Dinner: £22.00

ASK - Welwyn Garden City

For some time I made the mistake of thinking that no group of restaurants in the region of 200 locations could hope to maintain the quality for which I was looking. Then one day I decided to put my prejudices to the test, walked into Oxford Ask! and discovered that I could not have been more mistaken.

• Address: 4-6 Howards Gate, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6BQ (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Pizza & Pasta
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: N/A, Dinner: £22.00

Auberge du Lac

Auberge du Lac, awarded a Michelin Star in 2009, is a former hunting lodge dating back to 1760. It sits prettily beside Broadwater Lake and overlooks the magnificent parkland of Brocket Hall. Executive Chef Phil Thompson's stints at L'Escargot and The Lanesborough have held him in good stead as he aspires to combine the best traditions of French cooking with his English background.

• Address: Brocket Hall, Welwyn, AL8 7XG (Map)
• Cuisine(s): French, Modern
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: £35.00, Dinner: £78.00

Aura - Watford

• Address: 77-79 The Parade High Street, Watford, WD17 1LN (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Modern European
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: N/A, Dinner: £51.00

Bangkok Lounge Thai Restaurant - Harpenden

The Bangkok Lounge is not a mere spin off of jaded Oriental cuisine. They go the whole length to provide diners with a complete Thai experience, right from the waiting staff attired in traditional silks to the artefacts and décor that can trigger a bout of nostalgia amongst those who may have visited the exotic country of Thailand.

• Address: 80 High Street, Harpenden, AL5 2SP (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Thai
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: £11.00, Dinner: £27.00

Bar Meze

This Greek restaurant in Hertfordshire is warm, welcoming and is just the place to pop in for a quick lunch with friends or family. The décor is simple and unassuming although the brick building where they are housed is full of character and the spiral staircase that connects the two floors adds an element of interest.

• Address: 35 Bucklersbury, Hitchin, SG5 1BG (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Greek, Grill
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: £12.00, Dinner: £22.00

Bean Tree, The

The Bean Tree probably derives its name from its namesake standing stoically in the walled terrace garden providing a beautiful setting for lunch during summer time. Starting life as stable block in the late 18th century and then its gradual transformation into a cottage, this place has managed to retain its original charm over the years.

• Address: 20a Leyton Road, Harpenden, AL5 2HU (Map)
• Cuisine(s): French, Modern
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: N/A, Dinner: £44.00

Bengiamino

Step in to Bengiamino and you will probably hear the soft strains of music from the piano hanging in the air. The warmly lit dining area with vaulted ceilings and large windows help you settle in for the evening, and there's plenty of space, to keep any eavesdroppers at bay.

• Address: 195 Shenley Road, Borehamwood, WD6 1AW (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Italian
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: N/A, Dinner: £36.00

Bistro Rock

Selected Restaurant

Bistro Rock on The Green at Harpenden is the sort of modern contemporary bar and restaurant that has emerged as the answer to a new pace of life where movement and precision are the keywords. From the moment of arrival it offers a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, with a hum of warmth rather than noise, and a metaphorical embrace.

• Address: The Green at Harpenden, 50 Luton Road, Harpenden, AL5 3NG (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Modern British, Modern European
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: £18.00, Dinner: £28.00