Best restaurants in Lichfield

Chef Liam Dillon worked at some of the UK’s top restaurants (Marcus Wareing at The Berkeley) before returning to his hometown of Lichfield to open The Boat. His menus are built on sustainable principles, with much of its produce sourced from the restaurant’s micro-farm.

A Michelin-starred restaurant by Tom Shepherd located above his father’s jewellery shop, Upstairs offers pristine, produce-driven long and short tasting menus. Found in the historic heart of Lichfield, it’s an ideal destination for celebratory dining and elevated British fare.

The Wine House has been one of Lichfield’s top foodie spots for more than a decade. Housed inside a gorgeous Georgian property with an open kitchen, guests can watch the chefs work their magic while they dine.

One of the best country pubs in Lichfield, The Hedgehog boasts a menu of seasonal favourites and elevated British favourites served in a casual but on-trend dining room. Think pies, chops, pizzas, and grazing plates.

Situated on the outskirts of Lichfield, The Owl is a welcoming pub and restaurant that’s perfect for all moods and occasions. The globally-inspired menu spans pub classics to steaks, tagines and curries, while dedicated kids and pizza menus make it a reliable choice for families.

This restaurant and bar in the centre of Lichfield serves fresh Mediterranean food inspired by France, Italy, Greece and Spain. Dishes span chargrilled steaks and hanging kebabs to fresh fish and seafood, pizza and paella, while vegan and gluten-free menus make it accessible to all.

Conveniently located on Bird Street, Darwin’s is a stylish restaurant known for varied menus of British classics. With hand-stretched pizzas, hearty classics, and a great small plates selection it’s ideal for a weekend lunch or midweek dinner.

At Larder, flavour comes first. With an attractively presented modern European menu committed to the very best produce available. It’s a chic but homely space, equally suited to casual midweek meals and important celebrations.