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Bristol Restaurant Tops UK's Best Eats
28 Jan
Summary
- Wilsons in Bristol earned the top spot for exceptional dishes and low food waste.
- Skof in Manchester ranked second, earning a Michelin star in under a year.
- The guide uses reader votes and critic insights to rank eateries outside London.
Wilsons, a restaurant in Bristol, has been awarded the title of the UK's best eatery by SquareMeal's 2026 guide. This establishment has garnered praise for its "exceptional" dishes and a commendable focus on minimizing food waste. Notably, Wilsons holds both a Michelin star and a coveted Green star, distinguishing it among a select few UK restaurants.
The guide, compiled using thousands of reader votes and expert critic insights, ranks top dining establishments across the UK, with the exclusion of London. Wilsons, opened in 2016 by partners Jan Ostle and Mary Wilson, features a market garden supplying its kitchen with fresh produce. Chef and co-founder Jan Ostle expressed honour at the recognition, attributing it to the team's dedication and community support.
Manchester's Skof secured the second position in the ranking, described as "nothing short of outstanding." Chef Tom Barnes' first solo venture, opened in May 2024, achieved a Michelin star in less than a year. Nottingham's Restaurant Sat Bains with Rooms followed in third place, celebrated for its "artistic approach" and unique dishes, boasting two Michelin stars.
Guernsey's Vraic ranked fourth, noted for its "seaweed-focused dishes" and hailed as "the best new opening." Cumbria's L'Enclume rounded out the top five, offering an "exceptional dining experience." Other notable entries include Grace & Savour in the West Midlands and The Greyhound Beaconsfield in Buckinghamshire.
