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1. SUSHI & SALAD SAFFRON WALDEN

4.5

Awesome(34)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Saffron Walden

Booked 15 times today

In the world of Japanese cuisine, our trio of Sushi and Salad restaurants in Ely, Stamford and Saffron Walden shine as culinary treasures within their local communities. Each of these establishments promises a unique and captivating dining adventure, reflecting the essence of their surroundings. We are committed to delivering extraordinary dining experiences at every visit, ensuring that the spirit and flavours of each locale are perfectly captured for an unforgettable and flavourful journey.

2. Trio

4.6

Exceptional(38)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Saffron Walden

Booked 19 times today

Valentine's Day Special – Indulge in a romantic three-course meal! On February 14th, we will be exclusively serving our special Valentine's set menu.At our restaurant, we believe that dining is more than just a meal—it's an experience that brings people together. Our ethos is built on the foundation of family, community, and shared moments.We understand that family doesn't have to be defined by blood; it includes friends, partners, and anyone with whom we share a special bond.We offer seating across two floors, and you are welcome to request either upstairs or downstairs seating when making your reservation. However, please note that during busy periods, we may not always be able to guarantee your preferred seating choice. If you have any accessibility or mobility concerns, kindly mention them in your booking, and we will do our best to accommodate your needs. Thank you for your understanding!

3. The Red Lion Inn

4.1

Excellent(49)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Hinxton

Welcome to the multi award-winning Red Lion Inn, a privately owned free house pub restaurant with bed & breakfast accommodation that has resided at the heart of the pretty conservation village of Hinxton since the 16th Century.Convenient for Wellcome Trust Genome, Duxford, IWM air museum, Ickleton, Sawston, Chesterford, Granta Park, Newmarket, Linton, Audley End, Saffron Walden, Saffron Hall.Historic Grade II listed buildingExposed beams, well stoked fires and Chesterfield sofasImpressive oak, dry peg restaurant extension.Quintessentially English, Cambridge walled garden, dovecote and village church clock tower.The menu comprises contemporary and traditional dishes, created with culinary flair and using only the freshest, locally sourced seasonal produce.We look forward to seeing you soon.

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4. Provenance Kitchen

4.6

Exceptional(1283)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• British • Hinxton

Booked 19 times today

Our restaurant offers us a wonderful platform to share delicious local products with you — and when we say local, we really do mean local as many of our products are sourced within a 5-mile radius of us. We have done all the hard work sourcing the best ingredients and produce for you, then we add the Provenance magic to create a delicious seasonal menu for you to enjoy.

5. The Red Cow

4.6

Exceptional(47)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Royston

Booked 6 times today

If you’re looking for a warm welcome and a cosy atmosphere, look no further than The Red Cow – a delightful thatched country pub located in the charming village of Chrishall. The Red Cow pub is now run by a Top 50 gastro food an award-winning chef, who brings a wealth of culinary expertise to the kitchen, having spent five years as Head Chef at the award winning pub The Hole In The Wall in Little Wilbraham, Cambridge before moving on to become Head Chef at The Elm Tree Inn, Elm, Cambridgeshire . Tryfun’s reputation for creating immaculately presented and flavourful dishes helped both pubs to gain the most popular gastropubs in and around Cambridge. Now, at The Red Cow, Tryfun is committed to providing guests with exceptional food and warm hospitality in a beautiful setting. As an advocate of fresh produce, Tryfun is proud of his role at the Red Cow’s as a convivial host and endeavours to make our guests feel as welcome as possibly.

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6. The Ivy Cambridge Brasserie

4.4

Awesome(10495)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Cambridge

Booked 141 times today

The Ivy Cambridge Brasserie serves all-encompassing, contemporary British menu.

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7. Sticks'n'Sushi - Cambridge

4.7

Exceptional(135)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Cambridge

Booked 48 times today

Just a short walk from the prestigious Cambridge University and across from the Corn Exchange, we offer a vibrant dining experience in a historic setting. Enjoy our quality sushi and grilled sticks amidst student chatter, shoppers and locals alike. A sushi restaurant - even for those that don't like fish.

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8. The Ivy Asia, St. Paul's

4.5

Awesome(7695)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Asian • St Paul's

Booked 247 times today

Serving theatrical drinks and cocktails late into the night alongside a delicious menu of Asian-inspired dishes. The vibrant and playful destination entertains, inspires and excites guests from the moment they step inside.

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9. The Cricketers Arms in Rickling Green

4.6

Exceptional(593)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Saffron Walden

Booked 8 times today

RESTAURANT NOTE: Our outside tables are not bookable, they are available on a first come first served basis. Should you wish to reserve a table in our pergola, you must contact us directly please by phone 01799 619260 or email info@thecricketersarmspub.co.ukWhether you’re after a comforting home - cooked meal after a long day at work or fabulous fine dining for a special celebration, we’ve got something for every occasion. Choose from our locally sourced, innovative menu and excellent wine list in our oak beamed bar or stylish restaurant.

10. Pho Cambridge

4.5

Awesome(594)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Vietnamese • Cambridge

Booked 51 times today

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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Paula
Cambridge/Cambridgeshire •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Don’t hesitate to book. What an absolute lovely place. We had the afternoon tea and it was delicious. The staff are friendly, the atmosphere was great and the surroundings are above 5* Definitely will be back.
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The Ivy Cambridge BrasseriePrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• Cambridge
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Valerie
Cambridge/Cambridgeshire •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Lovely comfortable evening spent with friends. Nice surroundings and knowledgeable friendly staff. Our food was plentiful and beautifully served. Scalopina, Ceaser Salad with Chicken Prosciutto Funghi Spaghetti and Meatballs
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TrioPrice: Expensive• Italian• Saffron Walden
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4.6
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Sharon
Hertfordshire •1 review
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Lunch menu on the website was not as in house so it was difficult to gauge choice for the diners before booking. The service and food was good but one diner felt her choice was limited.
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Provenance KitchenPrice: Expensive• British• Hinxton
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4.6
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Elizabeth
Cambridge/Cambridgeshire •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
The man that handled our booking and brought us our drinks really looked after us, thank you!
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SUSHI & SALAD SAFFRON WALDENPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Saffron Walden
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Louise
London •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 19, 2025
We made a last minute booking for Sunday lunch. Food was lovely and service was great.
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The Red Lion InnPrice: Moderate• British• Hinxton
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4.1

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1. SUSHI & SALAD SAFFRON WALDEN

2. Trio

3. The Red Lion Inn

4. Provenance Kitchen

5. The Red Cow

6. The Ivy Cambridge Brasserie

7. Sticks'n'Sushi - Cambridge

8. The Ivy Asia, St. Paul's

9. The Cricketers Arms in Rickling Green

10. Pho Cambridge

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