Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Shropshire

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Updated May 05, 2025

Looking for the best overall restaurants in Shropshire? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Mortimers

4.8

4.8 (560)

£41 and over

Contemporary British

Ludlow

About the restaurant

Welcome to Mortimers. Modern British/French food, served in a stunning restaurant in the idyllic historic town of Ludlow

It’s very important for us to know if you have any Dietary Requirements please state this upon booking this includes vegetarian menus, sorry we can not cater for vegan at this moment in time

Please be aware Saturday evenings are Tasting Menu only.

Top review

Keith

Dined on May 10, 2025

A very pleasant evening, excellent food, and service.. long may it continue

The Station Inn

4.8

4.8 (447)

£26 to £40

Gastro Pub

Church Stretton

About the restaurant

Leonard Wilfred Davies, born 19 December 1906, started a butcher's dynasty now four generations old. His butchers typical cheeky sense of humour now lives on through his grandchildren along with his knowledge of butchery.

In 1997 Leonard’s grandson Richard opened The Station Inn, which quickly generated a great reputation for quality steak. With Richard’s son, Ben’s passion and expertise as Head Chef and Butcher, The Station’s dining experience is a true reflection of the families deep passion for serving amazing steak.

20 years on from opening The Station a major upgrade has taken place, which at its core aims to celebrate the families heritage and knowledge of meat. In order to identify your exact preferences the chefs help you choose the best cut of beef to cook for dinner. It makes for an unforgettable ‘butchery and dining’ experience.

Top review

mike

Dined 1 day ago

best steak place i’ve been too. the service is outstanding, just book and go

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Jup Jup Thai Restaurant and Bar

4.8

4.8 (80)

£25 and under

Thai

Ludlow

About the restaurant

Welcome to our cozy corner on Ludlow's bustling Tower Street, where tradition meets modern flair. While we bid farewell to Ludlow's beloved Chang Thai restaurant after 20 wonderful years, we are delighted to carry on the legacy of its talented chefs! Our restaurant offers a romantic, warm, and inviting atmosphere, with beautifully crafted decor that transports you straight to the heart of Thailand. Savour mouthwatering Thai cuisine paired with stunning, innovative cocktails infused with authentic Thai flavours. Enjoy dining in our intimate downstairs area, or venture upstairs to our lovely conservatory and charming outdoor terrace. Whether you're here for a special occasion or a casual meal, we promise a memorable experience filled with delicious food, refreshing drinks, and the welcoming spirit of Thai hospitality.

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Paul

Dined on May 17, 2025

Food was fantastic although they got our requests mixed up in the kitchens. One of the dishes didn’t arrive. However their customer service was great and a free sorbet smoothed the way. Would deffo return.

Alderford Kitchen

4.7

4.7 (63)

£25 and under

British

Whitchurch

About the restaurant

Step into our inviting restaurant, where the ambiance is as delightful as the dishes we serve. Enjoy your food with the most beautiful of views.

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michael

Dined on May 12, 2025

what a lovely time we had food was fantastic staff first class . was our first time it wont be our last see you soon many thanks Mick & Jill 👌

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Experience

Afternoon Tea

Experience

Afternoon Tea (Pay with Gift Voucher)

The Lord Combermere

4.6

4.6 (137)

£25 and under

British

Hankelow

About the restaurant

We all know what makes a good pub - decent drinks, good food and lovely people.

We believe that we've taken all of those things and put them in to The Lord Combermere, situated in the beautiful Cheshire village of Audlem.

You can expect a warm welcome, wonderful wine, real ales and tasty food. We welcome families with our arms wide open! And dogs are allowed in the bar area.

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Jane

Dined 3 days ago

Excellent menu with good sized portions. Very friendly and helpful staff

Sweeney Hall Hotel

4.7

4.7 (111)

£25 and under

British

Oswestry

About the restaurant

A popular hotel, events and wedding venue, the Sweeney is the ideal location to celebrate a special occasion with loved ones, for a business meeting or for simply enjoying a night out with good food and drink.
Whatever the occasion, our team of Chefs relish the challenge of creating dishes that our diners will love every time they visit – whether you’re an old friend of The Sweeney or visiting us for the first time.

The Sweeney works continually with suppliers and local producers in Shropshire, Mid Wales and the surrounding areas to use only the best ingredients, always preferring to source locally where we can.

With a highly creative team we’re always designing new dishes for our ever-changing daily specials, creative event menus and special occasion feasts.

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Calvin

Dined on May 18, 2025

Good food with great service. The service time for lunch was extended as my guests were delayed. Excellent!

The Clive Arms

4.6

4.6 (761)

£25 and under

British

Ludlow

About the restaurant

There are a wide variety of restaurants in Ludlow, but Clive Arms stands out if you want traditional British food that makes the most of Ludlow’s local ingredients.

Our food is inspired by the seasonal produce of Shropshire and our surrounding counties. Many of our ingredients are handmade at Ludlow Farmshop. Our meat is reared in the fields surrounding us on the Earl of Plymouth’s Oakly Park Estate and is prepared by the award winning butchers at Ludlow Farmshop

Please note, we do add a 12.5% discretionary service charge onto the bill for groups of six or more.

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Diane

Dined on May 21, 2025

Four of us ate at The Clive Arms on Wednesday evening. One of our party is coeliac and she was delighted by the amount of choice on the menu. All the food and drink we had was excellent and we appreciated the music and the wonderful service. Thank you.

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4.8

4.8 (313)

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

Oswestry

About the restaurant

This stunning 14th century pub in the unspoilt village of Kinnerley offers beautifully prepared seasonal fare alongside delicious pub classics. Offering real ales from local breweries and a interesting winelist. If the sun is shining dine or enjoy a drink in the beer garden with its village green charm.

Warwick Kidd started his career as a part time pot washer at Ludlow's Michelin starred La Becasse under Head Chef Will Holland. His natural ability meant it wasn't long before he was starting to cook and his career soon blossomed. He moved away from Ludlow to gather experience which took him to France, where he cooked for 2 Michelin starred Jean-Luc Rabanel.

Zach Hermon's career started at the age of 15. He has worked at some of the country's most prestigious restaurants including Raymond Blanc's 2 Michelin starred 'Le Manoir aux quat saisons' and more recently 2 Michelin starred 'Moor Hall' in Lancashire - Winner of first place at The Estrella Damm National Restaurant Awards.

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Jane

Dined 7 days ago

Gorgeous Sunday lunch with good roast potatoes - the mark of really decent cooking! Pudding was lovely too. Thank you

The Charlton Arms

4.6

4.6 (1585)

£25 and under

British

Ludlow

About the restaurant

The Charlton Arms, Ludlow

Nestled on the banks of the River Teme, The Charlton Arms is a charming riverside inn offering breathtaking views of Ludlow Castle and the historic town beyond. This family-run establishment blends rustic charm with modern comfort, featuring stylish en-suite rooms, locally sourced food, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
Guests can unwind on the spacious terrace, enjoy award-winning pub classics in the restaurant, and sip local ales or fine wines as the river flows gently by. Whether you're exploring Ludlow’s medieval streets, sampling its renowned food scene, or just looking for a tranquil retreat, The Charlton Arms is the perfect base.

Highlights:
Riverside location with views of Ludlow Castle
Acclaimed restaurant serving seasonal, local dishes
Ample free parking and just a short walk to Ludlow town centre
Experience the best of Shropshire hospitality at The Charlton Arms – where comfort, character, and countryside charm meet.

Top review

JennaVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Great lunch, with helpful recommendations from the staff and a lovely view of the river.

The Lion at Leintwardine

4.5

4.5 (1229)

£26 to £40

Gastro Pub

Craven Arms

About the restaurant

Food and Drink are central to the Lion, we pride ourselves on locally sourced food. Our Chef and his team have spent a lot of time and effort sourcing local producers of quality, fresh ingredients to ensure that the meals we serve are of the highest quality.

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JennyC

Dined 6 days ago

Four of us went for lunch. Sat upstairs, which was nice and quiet, and no through traffic. Food was excellent, generous portions. We had a really lovely meal. Thank you.

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