Best restaurants in Coventry

Whether you’re visiting the city to soak up some culture, or are on the hunt for a great place to eat, our round-up of the best restaurants in Coventry will ensure you won’t leave hungry. The city's exciting food scene offers a diverse range of restaurants for every budget, cuisine and occasion, from more casual joints to Michelin-starred restaurants. Discover our pick of the best places to eat in Coventry, then go ahead and book one today.

Updated on 28 April 2023

One of the best things about Coventry’s food scene is its diversity. No matter what you’re hungry for, whether it’s a slice of sourdough pizza or a cook-it-yourself Korean BBQ, it’s possible to eat your way around the globe at Coventry’s best restaurants. There’s plenty to dig your teeth into. Discover a neighbourhood Italian gem, a lively Mexican joint, a southern American smokehouse and modern Indian dining.

Not only that, you’re sure to find a restaurant to suit every occasion. Whether it’s a date night spot, a casual catch-up with mates or a fancy dinner, there’s a restaurant in Coventry to fit the bill. In fact, you’ll even find a very special Michelin-starred restaurant just outside the city centre, which incidentally ranked number one in our Top 100 UK Restaurants in 2023. It’s not to be missed – keep scrolling to find out more.

Elsewhere, discover family-friendly spots with excellent kids’ menus, outdoor terraces for basking in the sunshine, cute cafes where coffee culture is king, and plenty of independents offering character and charm in spades. Of course, Coventry’s nightlife is a whole other beast in itself, being home to a wealth of pubs and bars where you can sip on cracking craft beers and innovative cocktails to your heart’s content. Ready to get stuck in? Explore the very best of Coventry’s food scene with our ultimate best-list.

Street Coventry

24 Earlsdon Street, Coventry , West Midlands, CV5 6EJ

Street is a smokehouse specialising in meaty mains - from beef brisket to pork ribs - all served on a tray with loaded southern fried potatoes, creamy Alabama 'slaw and pickles. Sound like a bit of you?

Under £30

North American

Burgers

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The Botanist Coventry

Unit 4, Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 1LL

The Botanist is renowned for its beautiful botanical cocktails, and for good reason. Discover creations like a Lily Pad Sour, featuring citrus vodka, green melon liqueur, apple juice and foam. Don’t miss its bottomless cocktail brunch!

Under £30

Bars

International

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Cosy Club Coventry

Cathedral Lanes Shopping Centre, Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 1LL

Relaxed dining and timeless glamour are quintessential qualities at all Cosy Club venues, and this one in Coventry is no different. A particularly good option for brunch and cocktails (preferably at the same time).

£30 - £49

International

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Selminas

16 Spon Street, Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 3BA

This lively Mexican joint is a fun place to kick back with classic tapas, tasty street food and flavour-packed fajitas with friends! Trailing foliage, pink paper lanterns and sombreros on the walls add to the party vibe.

Under £30

Mexican

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Grace & Savour

Hampton Manor, Hampton-in-Arden, West Midlands, B92 0EN

Located a half hour drive outside of Coventry, Grace & Savour is an extraordinary entry from head chef David Taylor. It serves a hyper-seasonal 15-course tasting menu from a beautiful open kitchen and underpinning every choice is a commitment to quality and sustainability.

Over £80

Scandinavian

British

One Michelin star

SquareMeal UK Top 100

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Taste Vietnam

188 Spon Street, Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 3BB

This cute and casual restaurant in the city centre is THE place to go for properly authentic Vietnamese food. Its warming bowls of hot pho, fragrant salads and hefty banh mi keep punters coming back for more.

Under £30

Vietnamese

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The Farmhouse Restaurant

215 Beechwood Avenue, Coventry, CV5 6HB

An Indian restaurant with a difference, The Farmhouse specialises in British Kashmiri dining, from Amritsari fish pakoras to Indian fish and chips. Luxe interiors feature marble tables and velvet chairs, while an alfresco heated terrace offers outdoor dining all year round.

£50 - £79

Indian

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The Cross at Kenilworth

16 New Street, Kenilworth, Warwickshire, CV8 2EZ

This Warwickshire gastropub is housed inside a grade II-listed, 19th century building and has held onto its Michelin star for over nine years. We recommend visiting during the summer when you can enjoy its beautiful pub garden.

£30 - £49

Gastropub

One Michelin star

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Jinseon Korean BBQ

Unit 5 Priory Place, Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 5SQ

Be a part of the action at this popular Korean BBQ restaurant, where diners are invited to cook their own meat, fish and veg over live charcoal fire at the table. Don’t miss its Dirty KFC (Korean Fried chicken) with mozzarella, cheddar and gochujang.

Under £30

Korean

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Phat Buns

27 Cross Cheaping, CV1 1HF, West Midlands, CV1 1HF

Once you get past the questionable pun, this burger joint in the centre of town is one of the best places to head for properly dirty (and delicious) fast food. From breakfasts to wings, burgers to milkshakes, this is one for hungry people.

Under £30

Burgers

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On the hunt for more restaurants in the area? Coventry is located just outside one of the UK’s major foodie cities – Birmingham – where you’ll find plenty more great places to eat. Take a look at our list of the best restaurants in Birmingham to get you started. Or, if you’re after something a little more niche, we’ve also rounded up the best Instagram-worthy restaurants in Birmingham for happy snacking (and snapping), as well as the best places to eat brunch in Birmingham for all your pancake and avocado toast needs.