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National Restaurant Awards
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The National Restaurant Awards is an annual UK-based ranking of the 100 best restaurants, determined by a panel of industry experts. It highlights culinary excellence across the country, offering a definitive guide to the nation’s top dining destinations.
Established over two decades ago, the National Restaurant Awards have become a cornerstone of the UK’s culinary calendar. Each year, a carefully selected panel of chefs, restaurateurs, food critics, and industry insiders cast votes to identify the top 100 restaurants across the UK. This peer-driven approach ensures a respected and authoritative list that reflects both innovation and sustained quality. While primarily focused on the UK, the awards influence broader culinary trends and elevate the country’s reputation on the global food stage. Chefs and venues featured in the awards often see increased recognition and business, solidifying the awards’ significance in the hospitality industry.
2026 winners were announced on 2026-06-09; source rows were refreshed from the current National Restaurant Awards site on 2026-07-08.
Quick Facts
- Publisher
- Restaurant magazine
- Founded
- 2007
- Coverage
- United Kingdom
- Category
- Restaurants
- Frequency
- Annual
About
The National Restaurant Awards are a UK restaurant ranking and awards program associated with Restaurant magazine and BigHospitality.
Selection Process
The annual Top 100 is compiled from industry voting and editorial oversight, with separate specialist awards recognizing regional, service, drinks, sustainability, opening, chef, and achievement categories.
Significance
The awards are one of the UK's most visible restaurant industry rankings, regularly referenced by national dining and hospitality press.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is National Restaurant Awards?
It is an annual ranking of the UK’s top 100 restaurants, voted on by a panel of industry experts including chefs and critics.
How are winners selected?
Winners are chosen through anonymous peer voting by a panel of industry professionals who evaluate restaurants based on quality, innovation, and overall experience.
How often are awards given?
The awards are presented once annually.
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