food & drink in the county
Lincolnshire has earned a reputation for delicious local food. If you love good food you'll find an incredible variety of restaurants, local pubs and farm shops.
restaurants & pub food
locally grown & produced
cafes & tea rooms
Local produce
our food, your picnic
Sample the delights of Lincolnshire’s locally produced food and drink and pick up your favourite selection at one of the county’s farm shops for your picnic.
restaurant & pub food picks
The Bottle & Glass
Enjoy quality home-cooked food at the Bottle and Glass in Harby, near Lincoln. With two bars, a restaurant, private dining area and outdoor areas. ...
Harby
Brayford Waterfront
Enjoy a great selection of food, drink, events and entertainment. The Brayford Waterfront is the ideal place to relax after a day of shopping with beautiful views across...
Lincoln
Browns Pie Shop & Restaurant
No 33 Steep Hill is now known as Browns Pie Shop & Restaurant; one of the Lincoln’s favourite dining establishments....
Lincoln
Castle Hill
At the centre of Lincoln’s Cathedral Quarter. Explore the quaint and historic cobbled streets with an array of independent...
Lincoln
Cross Keys Stow
Established in 1847, but recently bought by the Wallis Family in 2016. The Cross Keys Stow is known for revolutionizing the way people eat and enjoy food. They take...
Stow, Lincoln
Dambusters Inn
“A smashin’ pub” and restaurant in a village a little under six miles north of Lincoln Cathedral, serving three separate menus; Weekday Lunchtime; Weekday Evening...
Scampton
Green Man, Ropsley
The Green Man, Ropsley, dates back to 1648 and prides itself on a great range of home-cooked country dishes, superior steaks, fresh...
Grantham
The Jew’s House
Situated within a glorious 12th century stone house in the historic city of Lincoln, The Jew’s House Restaurant makes the most of its position in the heart of...
Lincoln
Lambert’s Kitchen
Lambert’s Kitchen, Deli & Coffee is a family run independent business that was opened in February 2016, with the vision to offer great...
Stamford
Lawson’s Bar and Bistro
Relaxed dining in the heart off the city. Serving quality local produce accompanied by quality wines and...
Lincoln
Reform Restaurant
Enjoy fine dining at the Reform Restaurant. Innovative and contemporary European cuisine by Multi-award winning Head Chef, Simon Hibberd...
Lincoln
The Advocate Arms
The Advocate Arms are proud to serve fine produce at great prices. During the day they serve everything from sandwiches and omelettes to hearty main meals in a relaxed...
Market Rasen
The Blacksmith’s Arms Rothwell
A cosy pub and kitchen that serves fresh locally sourced food that is prepared in house and served alongside cask ales and...
Rothwell, near Caistor
The Botanist
Explore a secret garden of food and drink, where resident botanists craft unusual concoctions. Live music and conversation; here at The Botanist Lincoln all can enjoy a...
Lincoln
The Bronze Pig
The Bronze Pig’s vision for uncompromised quality is underlined by the decision to have a selective menu to match the intimate and unique styled restaurant....
Lincoln
Cosy Club
Based in two Lincolnshire locations, The Cosy Club gives everyone a rather fabulous experience....
Lincoln
The Fat Seagull
Based in Sandilands, the Fat Seagull Café, Bistro and Shop serves a variety of delicious foods, from cakes and pastries to fine fish dinners....
Sutton-on-Sea
The Fuddy Duck Brewery
The Fuddy Duck Brewery was born out the need for quality beers, with bold and exciting flavours. A break from the normal main stream...
Boston
The Fuel Tank at the Engine Yard
At the heart of Belvoir Estate’s retail village ‘The Engine Yard’, lies the Fuel Tank Restaurant where visitors can enjoy a range of experiences and...
Grantham
The Houblon Arms
The Houblon Arms is a delightful stone built coaching house in the Lincolnshire village of Oasby. The original building dates from 1650 and has undergone an extensive...
Oasby near Grantham
The Pig & Whistle
The Pig & Whistle, located in Lincolnshire is attached to Healing Manor and open to all. Serving pub food and...
Healing, Grimsby
The Six Bells, Witham on the Hill
Situated just 10 minutes from Stamford and Bourne, nestled in the Lincolnshire countryside, this Michelin restaurant is an obvious draw. The bright, stylish interior...
Bourne
The Thorold
The Thorold re-opened in late 2019 as a community owned Pub and Restaurant, following extensive refurbishment. They now also have a Shop, and two completely refurbished...
Grantham
Tobie Norris Inn
Housed in one of Stamford's oldest, most interesting buildings dating back to the 13th century, this lovingly restored pub has a quirky yet traditional feel and is...
Stamford
Washingborough Hall
Visit the beautiful Grade II listed Georgian Manor, Washingborough Hall Hotel. Set in three acres of mature gardens and woodland, in the pretty heart of Washingborough...
Lincoln
White Hart Hotel Boston
Dining at Riverside Restaurant is exactly what a meal or a casual bite-to-eat should be; a relaxed, enjoyable experience. With a comprehensive yet unpretentious menu,...
Boston
White Hart Lincoln
Located in the heart of Lincoln’s historic quarter, White Hart Hotel is a truly memorable stay with spectacular views of Lincoln...
Lincoln
Winteringham Fields
Book a table at Winteringham Fields for an incredible Michelin star fine dining experience. People travel great distances to eat and stay here. Rooms available...
Winteringham
Zada Restaurant
Zada by weekday is a striking destination for corporate clientele and busy...
Stamford
Agra Sleaford
Multi Award winning Indian restaurant Est 1988 in Sleaford Oldest Indian restaurant in Sleaford, specialised in cooking food from the North and South of Indian and the...
Sleaford
Casa 17
This small family run restaurant in Sleaford serves Mediterranean style food and a offers a warm, welcoming and relaxed dining...
Sleaford
Kings Head Tealby
Visit the Kings Head Tealby for superb fresh home cooked food, fine Real Ales and a relaxed enjoyable atmosphere. Come and relax with friends and family in Our Bar Area...
Tealby, Market Rasen
The Lincoln Hotel
You’ll always find something delicious to eat or drink at the Lincoln Hotel, whether you’re looking for breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee and cake, or a light snack...
Lincoln
Millers Bar and Restaurant
Millers aim to provide good, wholesome food made with quality ingredients that are ethically, responsibly and where possible, locally...
Sleaford
San Pietro Hotel
Stay with San Pietro for comfort and luxury. With 14 elegantly styled rooms and suits, San Pietro have something for every mood and occasion....
Scunthorpe
The Brownlow Arms
In the heart of a picturesque village in Lincolnshire, the Brownlow Arms is a 17th century country inn formerly owned by Lord...
Grantham
The Cross Keys Inn
A cosy country pub that overlooks the Lincolnshire Wolds. Serving fresh food with a range of hand pulled...
Grasby, near Barnetby
The Half Moon Hotel and Restaurant
The Half Moon Hotel located in the historic market town of Alford, is just a short walk away from the Alford Manor House and town...
Alford
The Hope and Anchor Pub
Our traditional yet unique approach to food and drink makes The Hope and Anchor a special place to visit. This 19th-century pub is nestled at the heart of the South...
South Ferriby
William Cecil Hotel
In the Summer of 2011 the newly refurbished hotel William Cecil opened on The Burghley Estate, one of the foremost Treasure Houses of the...
Stamford
Nice & Naughty Bistro
Cafe Bistro located in the heart of Market Rasen. Catering for all. Slimmers, gluten free or vegan. They are also a community orientated, family friendly social...
Market Rasen
The Queens Head Bar & Restaurant
Welcome to The Queens Head Bar and Restaurant in Kirkby-la-Thorpe. Completely refurbished with an award winning...
Sleaford
The Stables Bar & Restaurant
The Stables Bar & Restaurant is a relaxed brassiere style eatery located on a small award-winning holiday park....
Alford
local food & farm shops
Cote Hill Cheese
Discover Cote Hill Cheese for award winning cheeses, made on the farm using milk from our contented free range cows....
Osgodby, Market Rasen
Doddington Hall Farm Shop
Opened in 2007, our award-winning Farm Shop was born out of a passion for good quality, seasonal, local food....
Lincoln
Grimblethorpe Hall Butchery
Grimblethorpe Hall is thought to have been built about 1620 with mid c19 alterations and additions.The brick house has the look of a...
Louth
Lincolnshire Poacher Cheese
Lincolnshire Poacher Cheese are absolutely committed to producing the very best cheese that they possibly can (with a little help from our 230 Holstein Fresian Cows!)...
Alford
Mountain’s Boston Sausage
The multi award winning farm shop at Mountain’s Boston Sausage hosts a fabulous restaurant bistro where home cooked locally sourced food is served daily....
Boston
Ovens Farm Vineyard
All of the wine at Ovens Farm Vineyard is produced on site. The winery started life as a traditional farm building built to store...
Louth
Pin Gin
Set in the quaint market town of Louth in the Lincolnshire Wolds, the Bottomley Distillery produce the award winning brand, Pin Gin, along with white label projects....
Louth
Redhill Farm Shop
Visit Redhill Farm Shop as you either shop in Lincoln’s famous Bailgate or directly on the Farm in Morton, Gainsborough....
Gainsborough or Lincoln
Sunnyside Up
Our aim is simple. To provide good food from reliable source with good animal husbandry. We have tried to source and support local...
Tealby, Market Rasen
The Cheese Shed @ Cote Hill Farm
Discover a unique shopping experience at Cote Hill Cheese dairy farm. Shop delicious local produce and know where your food comes from....
Market Rasen
The Fuddy Duck Brewery
The Fuddy Duck Brewery was born out the need for quality beers, with bold and exciting flavours. A break from the normal main stream...
Boston
The Fuel Tank at the Engine Yard
At the heart of Belvoir Estate’s retail village ‘The Engine Yard’, lies the Fuel Tank Restaurant where visitors can enjoy a range of experiences and...
Grantham
The Lincoln Distillery
The Lincoln Distillery, established in 2017, is Lincoln's first commercial distillery since 1863. Independent and family owned they produce a range of premium quality...
Saxilby near Lincoln
Uncle Henry’s
Experience a friendly welcome and enjoy great food made for you. Uncle Henry’s is part of a family farming business, run by the Ward family....
Grayingham near Gainsborough
Bateman’s Brewery
Bateman’s Brewery pride themseles on giving one of the best brewery tours and tutored tastings in the country. The tour guides are knowledgeable, insightful and full...
Skegness
Langton’s Cafe at Lincoln Castle
Langton's Cafe is open for indoor catering and takeaway food and drinks. Enjoy their daily offers and seasonal...
Lincoln
Lut’s Place
Lut’s Place offers workshops throughout the year to support people to: learn something new, connect with others, celebrate, have fun and increase self-awareness and...
North Hykeham
South Ormsby Estate’s Lincoln Red Beef
South Ormsby Estate's rare-breed Lincoln Red cattle spend their time grazing seasonally on a 3,000-acre country estate in the heart of the Lincolnshire...
Louth
Lincolnshire Food Blog
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