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Morston Hall (Holt)

28th January 2017 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Elegant restaurant with rooms on the coast of East Anglia with pleasing Michelin starred dining

Michelin Stars:

Cuisine: Modern

Address: Morston Hall, Morston Holt, Norfolk NR25 7AA

Food Rating: 80%

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Adams (Birmingham)

25th January 2017 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Modern looking 1 Michelin starred restaurant in the heart of Birmingham with original chef's tasting menu table downstairs, open to single bookings as well as larger groups alike

Michelin Stars:

Cuisine: Modern

Address: New Oxford House, 16 Waterloo St, Birmingham B2 5UG

Food Rating: 81%

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Restaurant Martin Wishart (Leith)

21st January 2017 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Martin Wishart's Michelin starred and flagship Edinburgh branch showcasing food that pleases on all levels in a highly comfortable setting

Michelin Stars:

Cuisine: Modern

Address: 54 Shore, Edinburgh EH6 6RA

Food Rating: 91%

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Number One at The Balmoral Hotel (Edinburgh)

20th January 2017 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Detached restaurant to Balmoral Hotel, Edinburgh displaying quality cooking and elegant dishes

Michelin Stars:

Cuisine: Modern

Address: Balmoral Hotel, 1 Princes St, Edinburgh EH2 2EQ

Food Rating: 82%

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The Yorke Arms (Ramsgill-in-Nidderdale)

7th January 2017 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Higher-end restaurant with rooms (not pub) with classic cooking from long-standing Frances Atkins - a very safe bet all round

Editor's note: The Yorke Arms is now closed as a general restaurant and is open for private hire only as of June 2020 owing to the impact of COVID-19.

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: British Traditional

Address: Ramsgill-in-Nidderdale, Pateley Bridge, Harrogate HG3 5RL, UK

Food Rating: 74%

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The Black Swan (Oldstead)

6th January 2017 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Highly end food in cosy setting (tasting menu only) at Michelin starred pub with rooms in Oldstead by Tommy Banks

Michelin Stars:

Cuisine: British Modern

Address: Oldstead, York YO61 4BL

Food Rating: 85%

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Isle of Eriska (Eriska)

19th December 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Uniquely set Manor House hotel situated on its own Isle, with entirely hospitable service and very well executed dishes

Michelin Stars:

Cuisine: Modern

Address: Benderloch, Eriska, Oban PA37 1SD

Food Rating: 83%

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Martin Wishart (Loch Lomund)

18th December 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

High end Michelin starred food from Martin Wishart at Cameron House hotel, Loch Lomund - elegant cooking

Michelin Stars:

Cuisine: Modern

Address: Cameron House, Loch Lomond G83 8QZ

Food Rating: 89%

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Gilpin Hotel & Lakehouse (Windermere)

18th December 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Beautifully renovated hotel a stone throw from lake Windermere, serving Michelin starred food (as at 2017) in a homely and stylish setting

Michelin Stars:

Cuisine: Modern

Address: Crook Road, Windermere LA23 3NE

Food Rating: 80%

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Simon Radley at Chester Grosvenor (Chester)

16th December 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Formal looking restaurant set within Chester's Grosvenor Hotel serving aesthetically pleasing food

Michelin Stars:

Cuisine: Modern

Address: 56-58 Eastgate St, City Centre, Chester CH1 1LT

Food Rating: 72%

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  • Food Rating - 72%
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Summary

Adjoining bar.
Welcoming hospitality.

Mixed service.
Some flavour balances.

Restaurant Details

Michelin Stars:

Cuisine: Modern

Address: 56-58 Eastgate St, City Centre, Chester CH1 1LT

Website: Simon Radley at Chester Grosvenor (Chester)

Wine List: Click Here

Telephone: +44 1244 324024

Recent Visit – 1 Star

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25th September 2025

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14th May 2026

Recent Visit – 3 Stars

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6th June 2025

Recent Visit – Not Starred but Recommended

The Garden at The Corinthia Hotel (Westminster)

11th April 2026

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About Me

meMy hobby-turned-passion began to evolve during my assignments to London where I was fortunate enough to be able to explore all the Michelin starred restaurants in my spare time and as a result, I gradually built up a catalogue of all these venues.

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