Our favourite restaurants in Shrewsbury

Do you ever lose hope when you’re looking for the perfect place to eat? So many choices and each one looks just as tempting as the next, and that’s before you’ve even made your mind upon the type of food you want to eat. So to make that process a little easier we wrote a guide to who we think are the best restaurants in Shrewsbury.

We’re all a little bit different aren’t we, which makes it difficult to actually define what the best restaurants are in Shrewsbury.

For some, best means the freshest possible ingredients, cooked to perfection by attentive restaurateurs who live and breath customer satisfaction. Then again, maybe you’re a people person, if so then service trumps all. There are many other factors to consider including dietary requirements, location and if pets are welcome inside.

Many of the restaurants below are also our partners, we simply love what they do and we want to share that with you. Some prefer to be inside the restaurant as part of our Meal and Cruise Packages or Sunday Lunch Cruise. Either way, Shrewsbury has a lot to offer!

Albert & Co Frankville

128 Frankwell, Shrewsbury, SY3 8JX

Tel: 01743 341641

If you’re a big fan of tasty food like gourmet burgers, homemade fried chicken and soul food that hits the right spot then Albert & Co Frankville is the perfect stop. No matter if it’s small plates or big eats, you can expect great food at reasonable prices. As they’re just a short walk from Sabrina this cosy cocktail bar come restaurant is the perfect place for a quick pick-me-up before you carry on with your day.

Website: albertco.co.uk/frankville

Spanish Tapas at The Olive Tree

Frankwell Island, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY3 8JR
Tel: 01743 383373

If you’re looking for a place that makes amazing food and is a dog-friendly restaurant in Shrewsbury then you’re in for a treat. The Olive Tree is a family-run tapas bar, just over the river on Frankwell Island is the perfect place to relax and enjoy very affordable Spanish tapas dishes. It’s cosy and comfortable, and best of all doggy lovers, you can sit wherever you want.

Facebook: @theolivetreeshrewsbury

Thai-D Food Bar

79 Wyle Cop, Shrewsbury, SY1 1UT

Tel: 0333 303 1066

Thai-D Food Bar is an authentic Thai restaurant in Shrewsbury bringing you fresh, healthy Thai food available to eat in at their new premises on Wyle Cop or to takeaway. They one of the best Shrewsbury restaurants to eat if you’re looking for vegetarian food as most of their sauces are plant-based.

Web: thaidfoodbar.com

The Alb

14 Smithfield Road, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 1PD

Tel: 01743 367600

The Alb has a lot of character, all the amazing things you’d find in a major city restaurant but without any of the pretence. Their menu has a really yummy street food focus with a Central American twist. They also do some of the best cocktails in town too.

Facebook: @albertshrews

Riverbank

Victoria Quay, Victoria Avenue, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 1HH

Tel: 01743 233244

If you love the taste of the med or just classic British cuisine cooked to perfection then you can’t stray too far wrong with the Riverbank which is just metres away from where our Sabrina is harboured. This modern restaurant not only service excellent food but also has an outdoor seating area overlooking the River Severn.

Facebook: @visitriverbank

La Mer Rouge

77-77A, Mardol, Shrewsbury SY1 1PZ

Tel: 01743 296401

Situated at the premises of the former French restaurant Bistro Jacques, La Mer Rouge is a well-established fine dining restaurant with an Egyptian twist. Expect delicious food served and great service.

Avatar

22-23 Mardol, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 1PU

Tel: 01743 361888

If authenticity is your thing, then Avatar is well worth a visit. They are the only Indian and Nepalese restaurant in Shrewsbury, so what you can expect is something quite extraordinary. A visit to Avatar is like taking a once in a lifetime trip through the different regions of South Asia, where unique tastes and aromas tantalise the very fabric of your understanding of the word ‘curry’.

Facebook: @avatardiningshrewsbury

The Golden Cross Hotel

44 High St, Shrewsbury SY1 1ST

Tel: 01743 709232

Having the enviable reputation as the oldest pub in Shrewsbury, The Golden Cross is much more than just a great place to enjoy a pint of real ale. As far as Shrewsbury restaurants go, they’re top-notch. Expect a friendly team, serving up British classics and a range of scrumptious vegan options to boot. It’s no wonder they’re considered one of the top restaurants in Shrewsbury to give mum a real treat on Mother’s Day.

Facebook: @goldencrossshrewsbury

The Corbet Arms

Church Rd, Uffington, Shrewsbury, SY4 4SN

Tel: 01743 709232

Although slightly further out of of Shrewsbury town centre than most of the restaurants we’ve mentioned, The Corbet Arms deserves high praise. A much-loved restaurant for Sunday Lunch (make sure you reserve well in advance). They serving food all day and has a particularly amazing beer garden that faces out onto the River Severn.

Website: thecorbetarms.com/restaurant/

Tom’s Table

Unit 52, Claremont St, Shrewsbury SY1

Tel: 07949 967394

Not to be confused with the Old Market Hall, Shrewsbury market has a lot to offer, not just for discerning shoppers who enjoy perusing local produce in a plethora of independent shops, but it’s one of the best places in Shrewsbury to get good quality food at a reasonable price. Tom’s Table is an absolutely delicious place to visit, expect fresh produce, creatively prepared and at a price that won’t break the bank.

Peaberry’

Milk Street, Shrewsbury SY1 1SZ

Tel: 01743 355355

Set in the former Shearman’s Hall Building, Peaberry is one of the best restaurants in Shrewsbury to enjoy good food with friends. This modern restaurant come cafe serves artisan foods from around the world alongside excellent coffee and a range of hot chocolate delights.

Facebook: @mypeaberry

Chambers Bar and Bistro

Chambers, Church Street, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 1UQ

Tel: 01743 233818

As far as location goes, Chambers Bar and Bistro at the Prince Rupert Hotel is about as special as they come. This is the quintessential Shrewsbury restaurant set within one of the oldest buildings in the town; with dark wood beams running against lime wash walls it’s hard not get lost in the beauty of this place.

What you can expect from Chambers at the Prince Rupert Hotel is classic English meals, lovingly made from locally sourced, seasonal produce served with a compliment of excellent wines selected to bring out the best in complementary flavours. And if you think this place sounds unaffordable, you’ll be very pleasantly surprised.

Facebook: @chambersbarrestaurant

Osteria Da Paolos

Hills Lane, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 1PS

Tel: 01743 243336

If you’re looking for Italian cuisine in Shrewsbury then try Osteria Da Paolos, it’s the real deal. The freshness of their ingredients makes their meals pop with flavour, reminiscent of the sun-soaked landscapes from where they were conceived.

It’s hard not to be whisked away by the pure sensory experience of a traditional Italian restaurant like this one. The rustic cellar speaks to you with a truthful reflection of Southern Italian style; lightly echoing music fills the air with warmth, as does the attitude of the staff. All in all, it feels like you’re one of the family, something many traditional restaurants fail to achieve these days.

Facebook: @osteriada.paolos