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Paul Ainsworth at No 6 (Padstow)

27th October 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Delightful Georgian townhouse restaurant in the heart of Padstow serving excellent dishes with superb hospitality

Michelin Stars:

Cuisine: Modern

Address: 6 Middle St, Padstow PL28 8AP

Food Rating: 86%

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The Elephant (Torquay)

26th October 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Michelin starred venue in Torquay overlooking the main quay serving food to mixed results but with a superb value for money children's menu option

Michelin Stars:

Cuisine: Modern British

Address: The Elephant Restaurant, 3 & 4 Beacon Terrace Torquay, Devon TQ1 2BH

Food Rating: 59%

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5 North Street (Cheltenham)

15th September 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Cosy, 650 year old Grade II listed building in parish of Winchcombe where flavours rule

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: British Modern

Address: 5 North St, Winchcombe, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL54 5LH

Food Rating: 86%

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Thackerays (Tunbridge Wells)

10th September 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Modern cuisine from a long-standing venue in Tunbridge Wells - visit and review made at time of having a Michelin star

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: French

Address: Thackeray's Restaurant 85 London Road Tunbridge Wells Kent TN1 1EA

Food Rating: 76%

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Polpo (Soho)

16th August 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Ventian-inspired chain from Russell Norman, serving easy dishes in a fun environment 

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Ventian

Address: 41 Beak Street London W1F 9SB

Food Rating: 70%

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St John Bar & Restaurant (Clerkenwell)

29th July 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Long-standing Michelin starred flag ship restaurant by Fergus Henderson - an ode to meat and an unpretentious format

Michelin Stars:

Cuisine: British Traditional

Address: 26 St John Street, Clerkenwell, EC1M 4AY

Food Rating: 81%

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Social Eating House (Soho)

16th July 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Original, casual and fun Michelin starred venue within the Atherton Collection serving, with a particular forté for set menus

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Modern

Address: 50 Poland Street, Soho, W1F 7NR

Food Rating: 83%

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Alimentum (Cambridge)

15th July 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Modern cooking in an equally modern restaurant serving very good value for money Michelin starred food

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: British Modern

Address: 52-154 Hills Rd, Cambridge CB2 8PB

Food Rating: 82%

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Darbaar (Broadgate)

8th July 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Impressively designed Indian restaurant with counter dining availability and pleasing dishes

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Indian

Address: 1 Snowden St, Broadgate Quarters, London, EC2A 2DQ

Food Rating: 77%

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The Punch Bowl (Crosthwaite)

2nd July 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Gastropub and Inn with charming decor, located within the Lake District serving hearty food  

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: British

Address: Crosthwaite, Lyth Valley, Cumbria LA8 8HR

Food Rating: 78%

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Summary

Beautiful setting.
Charming interior.
Homely service and food.

Designated driver required.

Restaurant Details

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: British

Address: Crosthwaite, Lyth Valley, Cumbria LA8 8HR

Website: The Punch Bowl (Crosthwaite)

Telephone: +44 15395 68237

Recent Visit – 1 Star

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25th September 2025

Recent Visit – 2 Stars

Row on 5 (Mayfair)

14th May 2026

Recent Visit – 3 Stars

Frantzén (Stockholm)

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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  • Row on 5 (Mayfair) 14th May 2026
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