Eating and Drinking

Boutique cafes, elegant restaurants and a gin distillery to explore, you're spoilt for choice of places to eat and drink out.

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Acorns Coffee shop

Burbage Common Visitors Centre, Hinckley, Leicestershire  LE10 3DD
Tel: 07725 674546
Emailacornscoffeeshop@hotmail.com

https://www.acornscoffeeshop.co.uk/

Acorns Coffee Shop offers a wide range of hot and cold food, from baked potatoes to bacon rolls, and a wide selection of fresh homemade cakes.

The Art Cafe and Gallery

5 Regent Court, Hinckley, Leicestershire LE10 0AD
Tel: 01455 636339

https://www.ten2gallery.co.uk/

The Art Café serves hot and cold food, Lavazza coffee, beer, wine, soft drinks and homemade cake. It is located within the Ten2 Gallery and offers a unique dining experience among beautiful artworks. The café also provides a special ‘art tea’ for celebrations, including sandwiches, quiche, pork pies, scones, mini cakes, and fruit – served on an artist’s palette-shaped stand. Well behaved dogs are welcome!

The Black Horse Restaurant

17 Market Place, Market Bosworth, Leicestershire

CV13 0LF
Tel:  01455 290278
https://theblackhorserestaurant.co.uk/

The Black Horse Market Bosworth is a thriving local restaurant offering a sophisticated global cuisine within a rustic setting with exposed wood beams and a recently refurbished outdoor terrace.

Bond Street Distillery

127 Upper Bond Street, Hinckley, Leicestershire LE10 1RT
Tel:  01455 459181
https://thebondstreetdistillery.co.uk/

Founded by Sally Faulkner in 2018 when she acquired the old Bond Street Glass premises, this distillery and gin school makes delights such as Raspberry Gin, Rhubarb & Custard Gin and classic London Dry. A bar is open at weekends.

Bosworth Hall Hotel & Spa

The Park, Market Bosworth, Leicestershire CV13 0LP
Tel:  0871 222 0089 https://www.britanniahotels.com/hotels/bosworth-hall-hotel-spa

Bosworth Hall Hotel & Spa offers a variety of food and drink options for your every culinary need! Whether you want to enjoy a family meal in our restaurant or a quick drink in our bar before you venture out for the evening.

Brewers Fayre The Marina

Wharf Farm , Coventry Road , Hinckley  LE10 0NB

Tel:  01455 636493
https://www.brewersfayre.co.uk/en-gb/locations/leicestershire/the-marina

Enjoy fantastic pub food in our family restaurant and garden with a range of great dishes including pub classics, Sunday roasts and tasty puds. Our kids menu is full of favourites your kids will love.

Buttercream Tearoom

5 Regent Court, Regent Street, Hinckley, Leicestershire LE10 0AD
Tel: 07955 678325
https://www.buttercreamtearoom.co.uk/

Buttercream is a Vintage Tearoom tucked away in Regent Court. Serves breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea.

The Cosy Cafe

89 Castle Street Hinckley, Hinckley
Tel: 01455 890238
https://www.facebook.com/thecosycafehinckley

The Cosy Café serves delicious coffee, cakes and hearty meals. From full English breakfasts to cakes like coffee walnut and apricot flapjacks, the passion for baking by owner Kirsty Taylor is evident! The café also serves an indulgent afternoon tea. Expect a warm welcome from Kirsty and her team.

The Dog & Hedgehog

2 The Green, Dadlington, CV13 6JB
Tel 01455 213151

The Dog & Hedgehog is a historic canal-side pub, serving modern British food alongside traditional classics and like fish and chips, Sunday roasts and homemade pies.  The building has remained largely unchanged over the years and retains its old English pub charm. Its quirky name adds to its allure.

Fourwards Restaurant

4 High Street, Earl Shilton, LE9 7DG
Tel 01455 841556
https://www.fourwardsrestaurant.co.uk

This family-run gem, known for its locally sourced, high-quality food offers a warm welcome and meticulous service. The restaurant’s dedication to quality has garnered numerous accolades, including England’s Business Awards Best Restaurant in Leicestershire 2022. This is testament to the ‘Four Wards’ family’s dream, it’s more than just a restaurant – it’s a home.

The Gate Hangs Well & Seasons

Barton Rd, Carlton, CV13 0DB
Tel: 01455 290806
Email: thegatehangswell@btinternet.com

https://www.thegatehangswell.com 

The Gate Hangs Well is a thriving operation housing a pub, café and gift shop, all under one roof. Renowned for its delectable Sunday lunches, this community-centric spot offers a unique blend of drinking and dining experiences, making it a must-visit destination in Carlton.

The George & Dragon

Station Road, Stoke Golding, CV13 6EZ
Tel 01455 213268
https://www.facebook.com/ganddstokegolding/

This pub is run by Nuneaton’s Church End Brewery and serves eight beers from its range. Known for its home-cooked food, the pub also hosts monthly steak nights, Sunday lunches, and ‘Pop-up Restaurant’ nights with food vans. Quiz nights are extra fun, with customers invited to bring their own buffet.

Golden Spoon Thai Restaurant

46-48 Coventry Road, Hinckley, Leicestershire
LE10 0JT
Tel:  01455 698058
https://www.golden-spoon.co.uk/

Experience the Taste of Thailand with our authentic Thai menus.

Helen's Tearoom

White Dove Gallery,  The Old Village Hall, Shenton
Email:  helenstearoom@gmail.com

Serving wonderful homemade cakes, teas & coffees, based at White Dove Gallery in Shenton.

The Hercules Revived 

Main Street, Sutton Cheney, CV13 0AG
Tel 01455 699336
Email: 
be@herculesrevived.co.uk
 https://herculesrevived.co.uk

The Hercules Revived is a hub of culinary and social activity. Resurrected in 2012 by local man Ollie Warner, his wife Sian, and their team, this former coaching inn offers a unique dining experience, from casual fare to fine dining.

Hinckley Knight

Watling Street, HinckleyLE10 2JQ
Tel: 01455610773
https://www.greeneking-pubs.co.uk/pubs/leicestershire/hinckley-knight/

Whatever the occasion or your reason for visiting, you’ll be sure to find great food, and a great atmosphere at a Greene King pub.

Indian Fusion

123 Main Street, Markfield, LE67 9UW
Tel 01530 249666 
https://www.indianfusionleicester.co.ukhttps://.www.indianfusionleicester.co.uk

Step into a food lover's paradise, we are ready to serve you an endless array of Indian cuisine in a beautiful relaxing setting. Sit back, relax and savour the fresh cooking aromas as you dine. We only use the best ingredients, the finest herbs and the most delicate spices, our team if chefs have been brought together to create the ultimate Indian dining experience. Savour the flavour of our truly traditional recipes.

Jaffles @ No.3

3 Main Street, Market Bosworth, Leicestershire CV13 0JN
Tel: 01455 291647
https://www.bandbno3.co.uk/b-bno3-interiors

Tearoom located in the centre of the square at Market Bosworth serving  coffee, buns and all things toastie.

The Horse & Jockey

Bosworth Road, Congerstone, CV13 6LY
Tel 01827 881220
https://www.horsejockey.co.uk

The Horse & Jockey offers hearty dishes such as roast pork belly with creamed mashed potato, black pudding bon bon, celariac remoulade and red cabbage, alongside stonebaked pizzas, burgers and homemade pies. The pub welcomes everyone, catering for vegans, vegetarians and those with dietary requirements. It is dog-friendly in the bar area.

Istanbul BBQ Kitchen

1 Market Place, Market Bosworth, CV13 0LF
01455 293162
https://www.facebook.com/istanbulbbqkitchenbosworth

Family-owned Istanbul BBQ Kitchen serves Turkish cuisine, focusing on fresh ingredients and generous portions. With dishes like Adana Kebab and Chicken Shish, each meal is a made with fresh prime meats prepared in-house daily. Their unique marination process and cooking over the Mangal grill ensure succulent, distinctively flavoured dishes.

The Loquacious Baker

2b Strutt Road, Burbage, LE10 2EB
Tel 01455 631853
https://www.theloquaciousbaker.co.uk

The Loquacious Baker in Burbage is a bijou coffee shop known for its freshly baked treats, savoury snacks and great coffee. This cosy café has won the hearts of locals with its delicious cakes, cheese and bacon straws and sausage rolls. The friendly staff, aesthetic interior design, and community feel make it a popular local spot, perfect for a quick bite or a leisurely afternoon tea. 

The Lancaster Arms

Station Road, Newtown Unthank, LE9 9FP
Tel 01455 824265
Email:  info@thelancasterarms.co.uk
https://www.thelancasterarms.co.uk

This country pub is believed to be located where Richard III rested during the Wars of the Roses. It features a relaxed bar, cosy dining area with fireplace, private room and versatile outdoor dining options, including a heated gin terrace and dining domes. Its popular Sunday lunches include shareable boards with unlimited roasties!

The Loquacious Baker
2b Strutt Road, Burbage, LE10 2EB
Tel 01455 631853
 https://www.theloquaciousbaker.co.uk

We value locally grown, fresh ingredients made into traditional recipes that taste amazing. We like to keep it simple and emphasize flavour over flash.

Maison Rose Boutique Cafe

8 Market Place, Market Bosworth, Leicestershire
CV13 0LE

Tel:  01455 886028
https://maisonrosecafe.co.uk/

Maison Rose, a café and patisserie, offers handcrafted sweet treats, a globally inspired brunch and lunch menu, chic drinks like Illy coffee, smoothies and speciality teas.

Miller and Carter

Watling Street, Hinckley, Leicestershire LE10 2JQ
Tel:   01455 615408
https://www.millerandcarter.co.uk

Our Hinckley steakhouse is the perfect place to treat someone special, catch up with friends, or enjoy a memorable experience with your family.

Pesto at the White Horse

Leicester Lane, Desford, LE9 9JJ
Tel 01455 822394
https://www.pestorestaurants.co.uk/ white-horse-desford

Pesto at The White Horse combines a traditional English pub with the flavours of Italy. The menu boasts fresh Italian piattini, including fragrant Porchetta, Pollo all’Aglio cooked in white wine and garlic, and Pizzetta al Pesto e Funghi. Perfect for sharing, these small plates give a true taste of Little Italy.

The Rising Sun

Church Road, Shackerstone, Leicestershire CV13 6NN
Tel: 01827 880215
http://risingsunpub.com/

Family-run freehouse country pub restaurant set in the heart of the pretty village of Shackerstone in rural Leicestershire near to the Ashby Canal. Children and dog friendly.

The Royal Arms Restaurant

Main Street, Sutton Cheney, Leicestershire CV13 0AG
Tel:  01455 290263
Email:  info@royalarms.co.uk
https://www.royalarms.co.uk/

Sit by the real log fire and choose from our extensive & international wine, champagne, cocktail & spirits list as well as a selection of real ales and premium lagers on draught. Once you have selected your beverage, satisfy your appetite by looking at the pub favourites menu full of hearty, traditional food.

Silchar

13a Lower Bond Street, Hinckley,LE10 1QU
Tel 01455 631100

https://www.silcharindian.co.ukhttps://www.silcharindian.co.uk

Restaurant of the Year at the Leicestershire Curry Awards 2023, Silchar offers several unique dishes. These include slow-cooked ‘Ok Aunty’, Gunpowder Lamb, and seafood options like Seabass Passonte and Ocean.

San Giovanni

Mill Lane, Sheepy Parva, CV9 3RL
Tel 01827 881000
https://www.sangiovanni.co.uk

San Giovanni serves up Italian cuisine, fine wines and lakeside views. Specialising in fresh seafood and meat, the menu includes Penne Pollo e Gamberetti with chicken, prawns, cream and white wine sauce; Risotto Ai Porcini with wild mushrooms and truffle sauce; and Lobster and Crab Ravioli.

Simla Restaurant

314 Coventry Road, Hinckley
Leicestershire, LE10 0NQ
Tel:  01455 633 955
https://simlarestauranthinckley.co.uk/

The cuisine of The Simla Restaurant reflects this diversity of taste and culture. From the Green Herb Lamb of Bombay to the Chana Gosth of the Afghan. The King Prawn Jalfrezi of Assam to the Murgh Makhani of Kashmir.

Sketchley Grange Hotel & Spa

Sketchley Lane, Burbage, Hinckley LE10 3HU
Tel: 01455 251133
reservations@sketchleygrangehotel.co.uk
https://sketchleygrangehotel.co.uk/dining/

With a warm and friendly atmosphere, relax and enjoy anything from a frothy cappuccino or quick bite, to a leisurely lunch and special occasion dining with friends or family.

Softleys

Market Place, Market Bosworth, Leicestershire
CV13 0LE
Tel : 01455 290464
Email : softleysrestaurant@gmail.com
https://www.softleys.com/

Only the finest seasonal ingredients are used in Softleys kitchen, being purchased locally where possible, supporting the surrounding farmers and businesses.

Sutton Wharf Cafe

Wharf Lane, Sutton Cheney, Warwickshire CV13 0A
Ashby canal bridge number 34
Tel:  01455 213743 

https://www.sutton-wharf.com/

Located just south of Sutton Cheney, Sutton Wharf Café is a dog-friendly café nestled amid historical sites like Bosworth Battlefield Visitor Centre and Shenton Station. It serves as a great pitstop for walkers, boaters and history enthusiasts. Whether you’re in muddy boots or just finished a canal towpath stroll, Sutton Wharf Café offers a cosy retreat with delightful refreshments

The Triumph 1902 Café

Triumph Factory, Normandy Way, Hinckley, LE10 3BZ
https://www.triumphmotorcycles.co.uk/for-the-ride/ experiences/factory-visitor-experience

Found in the home of Triumph Motorcycles, the 1902 Café offers a pit stop for bike enthusiasts and casual visitors alike. This family-friendly venue serves hot and cold dishes alongside barista coffees. Surrounded by Triumph memorabilia, guests can unwind with tasty food and free wi-fi, experiencing a perfect blend of comfort and moto-culture.

Turpin’s Bar & Grill 

29 Main Road, Twycross, CV9 3PL
Tel 01827 880111 

https://www.turpins.co.uk

Turpin’s has created a diverse menu that ranges from light snacks to hearty specials. Example dishes include steak, panroasted duck breast, seafood paella, and vegan chickpea curry. Accompanied by an extensive drink menu and a vibrant bar, Turpin’s has something for everyone.

The Vintage Table Tea Rooms

2 Hansom Court, Hinckley, LE10 1NG
Tel 01455 619407
https://thevintagetable.co.uk https://www.thevintagetable.co.uk

A charming spot for home-cooked meals, snacks, brunches, breakfasts and afternoon tea. The menu features high-quality local ingredients and changes seasonally to reflect local availability. Enjoy an impressive selection of teas, delicious pastries, and homemade cakes baked by owner Leanne. 

The Windmill at Brascote

Brascote Lane, Brascote, near Newbold Verdon, LE9 9LE
Tel 01455 824433 

https://www.thewindmillinnbrascote.com

The Windmill is a family friendly spot known for homemade pies, stonebaked pizzas, Sunday lunches and tapas-style dishes. Wednesday nights are dedicated to pies and pizzas, served with stock gravy, seasonal vegetables and a choice of skinny fries or mashed potatoes. The pub offers relaxed, informal dining with a contemporary, global menu that suits every taste and budget.