Diners' Choice: Best Value restaurants in Cambridge/Cambridgeshire

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Updated January 05, 2025

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The Elm Tree Inn

4.7

4.7 (124)

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

Wisbech

About the restaurant

The Elm Tree Inn "The best freehouse in Wisbech and surrounding area" in the village of Elm, in Cambridgeshire has significantly gained a reputation for maximum comfort to its guests with a warm welcome, well-kept bar, Farm to Fork Cuisine and a passion to deliver great service.

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Fiona

Dined 3 days ago

All the starters, mains & desserts were fantastic. Quality & presentation of the food was superb & the service was friendly & attentive. Great venue to go to for excellent, well prepared & presented food at good prices.

Pear & Olive

4.9

4.9 (48)

£41 and over

Modern European

Whittlesford

About the restaurant

Whether you are coming for drinks only or a meal, Pear & Olive offers a place for all to feel welcome.

Join us after a dog walk, for a date night, on your own or with all the family.

Fresh, homemade dishes using the finest local ingredients. High quality food in a laid-back atmosphere.

Conservatory bar area, open kitchen, outside seating.

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PETERVIP

Dined 2 days ago

We returned to our favourite restaurant in the area and again we were not disappointed with the innovative cooking of the young chef . The food is superb and accompanied by a nice selection of wines. The service is friendly and informative but most importantly very relaxed and makes the whole evening such a joy. The young owners fully deserve to succeed and it is great to see how people are realizing what a gem they have in the neighbourhood. We would travel a long way to this restaurant

Côte Brasserie - Peterborough

4.6

4.6 (53)

£25 and under

French

Peterborough

About the restaurant

Cote is inspired by the brasseries of Paris, serving authentic French dishes all day in our classically designed restaurants. We are committed to producing authentic French classics, freshly cooked to order, from the highest quality sourced ingredients.

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MichelleVIP

Dined on Jan 11, 2025

Always a lovely meal and experience thank you! We will be back.

The White Swan

4.7

4.7 (300)

£25 and under

British

Woodnewton

About the restaurant

The White Swan Woodnewton is a multi award winning gastro pub serving a popular menu with quality dishes for everyone's taste - from burger and pizza through to tapas, Greek, Chinese & Mexican dishes.
The White Swan was built in 1790 and has had a £150,000 refurbishment inside and out to create a contemporary space whilst retaining the history of the building.

Best Village Pub & Restaurant 2023 - East of England
Tripadvisor Traveller Choice Winner 2023
Northamptonshire Family Friendly Pub Of The Year 2021 & 2022
Best Gourmet Dining Restaurant & Village Pub - Northamptonshire 2020

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Susan

Dined 2 days ago

Party of 5 + dog (bonus to be able to include him) to celebrate a Birthday with the fam. Lovely relaxed atmosphere, at no point were we rushed and our server Emily R was so good humoured (patient!) and friendly (she cannot go to France, Britain needs her!), bar staff ab fab too.! Genuinely couldn't do enough for us. Have been a couple of times with my husband and always a very good experience, so had every confidence booking a larger party. Food was just outstanding, as always - we had various starters, all well presented, then mains except me (I had another starter as I knew the plates are generous and wanted to squeeze in a desert!) Smoked salmon starter was beautiful, the crispy mushrooms were the best my husband has ever had and the scotch egg was a massive hit with my B-I-L. The mains were all beautifully cooked and presented from the mussels, to the Philly Steakburger and the Kebab Combo went down a storm with the boys! Could've left it there to be fair, but no, we were all determined to try a desert... and they were all to die for... my nephew had the Fairground Cart... I genuinely think he thought he was dreaming when it came out... proper showstopper! The rest of us tried the Sundaes... awsome! We had a very fun night and the staff really made it for us... we were the last out and they were still smiling. Highly recommend and WE. WILL. BE. BACK!! Probably a threat, but definitely a promise ; ) Would really like to to sit and enjoy the garden in Spring/Summer... Thanks guys x

The George Hotel

4.5

4.5 (750)

£26 to £40

British

Huntingdon

About the restaurant

The beautifully refurbished George Hotel offers not only fine dining and comfort dishes in the colonial inspired décor of the restaurant, but an array of cocktails in the lavish Bobbie's Bar, as well as decadent Afternoon Teas in the botanical haven that is the Orangery.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and afternoon tea can also be enjoyed on our terrace when the sun is shining.
With shades of Victorian inspired elegance, this professionally designed and individual destination is a hidden gem in the Cambridgeshire countryside.

PLEASE ENSURE YOU INFORM US OF ANY ALTERNATIVE DIETARY REQUIRMENTS/ALLERGIES AT THE TIME OF YOUR BOOKING OR, NO LATER THAN 48 HOURS PRIOR TO YOUR VISIT, TO ALLOW US TO ACCOMMODATE YOUR REQUEST. FAILURE TO NOTIFY US MAY RESULT IN LIMITED FOOD OPTIONS AND DELAYS WHILST WE TRY TO ACCOMMODATE YOUR REQUEST.
We look forward to welcoming you.

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Leila

Dined on Jan 3, 2025

Beautiful place with warm atmosphere. Friendly staff. We were very early and they were very accommodating. Toilets clean and beautiful decor. Restaurant felt comfortable and had relaxing feel to it. Lovely food, slightly expensive for a plate of pasta but was delicious. We had a relaxing meal in beautiful surroundings. We will definitely go back with friends and family for special occasions.

The Anchor Pub

4.1

4.1 (630)

£25 and under

Contemporary British

Cambridge

About the restaurant

(We unfortunately cannot reserve our terrace tables, any bookings will have a table reserved inside although guests are more than welcome to sit at a table on our riverside terrace if one is available upon arrival)

Set on the bank of the beautiful river Cam in the historic city of Cambridge, The Anchor pub, dining room & river terrace is a stone’s throw away from the world famous Queens college & its stunning Mathematical Bridge.

We serve fresh seasonal food using locally sourced ingredients, cask conditioned real ales, craft beers, wines from a carefully chosen innovative wine list. We provide friendly knowledgeable & relaxed service in picturesque surroundings.

Escape to our dining room where you can guarantee a fabulous view or experience al fresco dining overlooking the river during the summer months.

Why not spend an afternoon or the evening with us, take a punt on the river then enjoy a meal with us either before or after

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Amy

Dined on Jan 11, 2025

Table for two as a couple weekend away. Amazing food. I had steak sandwich partner had burger. Most amazing flavours and the desserts were delicious. Staff friendly downstairs and up. Will be coming again

Pho Cambridge

4.5

4.5 (570)

£25 and under

Vietnamese

Cambridge

About the restaurant

LOUD, VIBRANT, DELICIOUS...Situated on Wheeler Street in the centre of Cambridge, Pho is a healthy Vietnamese restaurant that specialise in pho noodle soup, the national dish of Vietnam. Aside from pho, you can also expect to find amazing starters, healthy salads, hearty rice bowls and decadent curries. They have a range of freshly made juices and also Vietnamese beers and a large wine and cocktail list. Pho’s menu is 40% vegan and nearly entirely gluten-free too. They also have an accessible kids’ menu where children can get a meal and a drink for £6.95.

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Dan

Dined 2 days ago

We visited Pho Cambridge to celebrate a birthday and it was great. The team struck the perfect balance of being attentive without overdoing it - if you know what I mean. Good selection of food. I’d definitely recommend sharing starters. Personal favourites were the Beef Betel and the Chicken and Shrimp Cơm Chiên if you like some spice. We also had our dog with us and the staff were really accommodating. Brought him a bowl of water as well which was a nice touch.

Griddle Bar & Meat House

4.4

4.4 (52)

£25 and under

Steakhouse

Ely

About the restaurant

Griddle Bar and Meathouse is dedicated to serving the finest quality steaks and handcrafted beers. Our commitment to exceptional flavour and dining experiences sets us apart. Come savour the best of Ely's culinary scene with us.

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Thomas

Dined 3 days ago

Good food, good service, comfortable and enjoyable atmosphere

Midsummer House Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (377)

£41 and over

British

Cambridge

About the restaurant

As Midsummer House forges ahead into its third decade, Daniel Clifford’s elegant, sophisticated modern British cooking continues to evolve. For over twenty years, passion and creativity have skilfully shaped the menu at Midsummer House, showcasing the finest seasonal produce and offering a contemporary British dining experience of the highest quality.

Important: Foods in this restaurant are processed in a kitchen that produces dishes with milk, wheat, soybean, fish, nuts, eggs, and egg products.

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ravVIP

Dined on Dec 20, 2024

Amazing good and service especially from Katie who was excellent

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Experience

£95 Weekday Lunch Menu

Experience

£160 Lunch Tasting Menu

Experience

£270 Tasting Menu

Kibou Cambridge

4.6

4.6 (33)

£26 to £40

Japanese

Cambridge

About the restaurant

KIBOU Japanese restaurant and bar in Cambridge is a chic new addition to the city, and the perfect spot to enjoy a leisurely lunch or dinner.
Located at 7a Jesus Lane, home to the Pitt Club, and formerly Pizza Express, the venue features eye-catching murals and digital animations, alongside stunning Japanese floral and foliage installations.
Light and airy, The Mirror Room centres around a large Japanese cherry blossom tree, whilst the seductive Oak Room focuses on a large wisteria tree set against a backdrop of plush fabrics and artwork.
There’s also a relaxed cocktail lounge and dining area, featuring an open sushi and hot kitchen, and a standalone spirits and cocktail bar.
The menu has all your favourite dishes from Japan, including steaming bowls of ramen, a selection of bao buns, crisp tempura and handmade spiced pork gyoza, plus work of art sushi and sashimi sharing platters, seasonal specials and A5 Grade Japanese wagyu.
Their Japanese-inspired afternoon tea is a must try too!

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Simon

Dined on Dec 22, 2024

Very finely cooked dishes, we mainly had sharing plates and the raw scallops were to die for. Young waitress Bea was superb, great advice and so attentive. Atmosphere could maybe have been improved with more appropriate Japanese music instead of the standard pop which at times was too noisy. Visiting Cambridge and will definitely seek out other Kibou restaurants elsewhere.

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Experience

Teishoku (定食) Set Lunch - £16.90

Experience

Japanese Afternoon Tea

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Vegetarian Japanese Afternoon Tea

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