The 30 Best Restaurants in Leicester

“Lovely gluten free lemon drizzle cake and other yummy goodies from deli counter. Great to have outside sitting area too. Staff always super friendly. Glad to see that this shop survived lockdown.”

“Petrina was a wonderful host and helped me pick out one of the most flavourful chicken burrito bowls I’ve had in a while! She and the rest of the staff were incredibly kind and accommodating — I was a bit unsure of what to choose, but they guided me through the options and made the experience really enjoyable. The bowl itself was absolutely delicious!”

“Amazing place to go to. The ambiance and vibe is so nice and cozy it’s so relaxing. The food tastes amazing and it’s not a long wait either. The staff are lovely and the pricing is also very affordable. Me and my boyfriend enjoyed our time there greatly and will definitely be revisiting!”

“New review and a very different story. As this is local to us we are frequent visitors and today’s experience was great. Food delicious. ‘Goat your back’ my tried and tested favourite! My previous experience been completely overshadowed and everything back on track to the usual high standards. Thank you.”

“The first time we went here was for the Open Mic which is every Wednesday. Love the decor, the staff are friendly and welcoming, a great space to chill or to get down on the dance floor! Very aesthetically pleasing and great tasting cocktails for a reasonable price!”

“I think one of the best places for steak in Leicester. Nice lean and tasty steaks. The inside is nice and cosy and can seat a few people. The food is fresh and tastes delicious as we had the sizzling mix. Defo recommend to eat here.”

“Super friendly staff, very chatty and actually seem interested. Amazing food that is always hot and an amazing atmosphere. Me and my partner will definitely return”

“Delicious food! And super quick! Go here when your in need so some good and quick (pretty healthy)food! Great customer service! Quite clean and has plenty of space with upstairs seating! It's also got a accessible downstairs area.”

“Have t had Thai food for a long time. The food was fabulous and the service and staff were fab too, it’s definitely worth a visit”

“Brilliant place. People are super friendly, made me feel right ay home and the food is smashingggg served pretty fast too. 10/10”

“visited with my partner and a couple of friends this evening after purchasing a groupon voucher, the restaurant was very sweet and cosy, the service top notch and the food simply amazing, so fresh and tasty. we will definitely be back x”

“Fantastic restaurant. Definitely the best cantonese in Leicester. Great vegetarian options. The staff are very friendly and the service is excellent. 10/10”

“Such a nice place to eat. Friendly staff, helpful and courteous. Great food in a relaxed atmosphere and kid friendly. A must for real authentic Italian food.”

“I recently had the pleasure of trying Mad Cook and was absolutely blown away! The food is genuinely amazing. The standout item was definitely the Macon Smash—it was truly fantastic. The flavors and execution were perfect, making it a must-try for anyone visiting. Their tenders were also superb; perfectly cooked and incredibly juicy. To top it all off, the loaded chips were an incredible treat. The star of the show on the side was the cheese sauce, which was rich, creamy, and elevated the chips to a whole new level. If you are looking for top-tier food that delivers on flavor and quality, you need to check out Mad Cook. I can't wait to go back and try more of the menu!”

“I had a wonderful experience at Ashna Kurdish Restaurant in Leicester! The food was absolutely delicious, full of rich flavors and authentic Kurdish taste. The portions were generous, and everything was cooked to perfection. I had lamb Qozi couple of times and it was amazing. What really stood out was the incredible hospitality. The staff were genuinely friendly, welcoming, and attentive, making sure we had everything we needed throughout our visit. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, perfect for a relaxed meal with family or friends. If you’re looking for authentic Kurdish cuisine with excellent service, Ashna is definitely the place to go. Highly recommended”

“A return visit something that is very rare for us locally. We were greeted in the bar area and asked if we would like a drink in the bar or at the table in the restaurant we chose the latter. We were given the choice of an a la carte, set or tasting menu. Being midweek we chose a la carte knowing we would share each dish ordered anyway. Having viewed the Chefs social media videos of his bread making we asked for a side order of the bread which was outstanding a sourdough, a focaccia and a crisp bread that came with a light butter and amazing olive oil. For starters we chose the grilled Octopus, confit tomato, tagiasche olive preserved lemon Pizza ( a signature dish of the chef owner) which was a real star dish the pizza base crisp & light. The confit tomatoes punchy with flavour, the olives and preserved lemon balancing out the whole dish with perfectly cooked Octopus. Our other starter was Fregola pasta from Sardinia, prawns, mussels & saffron, cooked to perfection & again packed with flavour. For mains we chose Halibut with a yellow tomato sauce the fish a generous sized portion that was skillfully cooked, the potato, samphire & mushroom garnish brought together the whole dish. Pork 4 ways showed the kitchens skill level as each element was again perfectly cooked each one giving a different layer of flavour & texture the pasta element silky & the sherry jus was indulgent balanced with the root vegetable garnish. For dessert we ordered the tartlet (chocolate) which was at the same level as recent michelin star versions we have tasted. Thin pastry that snapped when cut into, warm rich chocolate filling & toasted hazelnuts. Terra Mia, Another signature dish of the chef owner and a wonderful representation of his home town a dessert I have experienced here previously its worth visiting Sapori just to taste this dessert alone Service was outstanding, front of house staff very knowledgeable regarding the menu, wines & other drinks on the list. For me this place is worthy of 3 aa rosettes and deserves more recognition from Michelin and other food guides”

“I have probably had about 10 takeaways from Chequers over the last two years. I can honestly say this is the best Chinese I've ever had the privilege of ordering from. Not only is the food outstanding, but it is consistent. I have yet to receive anything less than perfect from here. An absolute gem.”

“Came with a party of 25 All food was absolutely beautiful service was fantastic and not one complaint. Excited for my next visit half eaten photo as it was too good not to dive straight in!”

“Really enjoy coming to the Case they have such a nice environment and dinning experience. The staff are really friendly and helpful. They have really been careful with the social distancing measures they have in place. The food is always good, brilliantly presented and very tasty, and as expected a hugh selection of champagne and drinks. It might not be the cheapest place around but it's worth a visit and every penny. Portion sizes are good and food is filling.”

“We got the Tues. burger specials. Fresh and tasty and nice presentation. Would've given 5 stars if the fried fish fingers sandwich was less greasy. Nice beverage selection. Great service. Cozy, eclectic space. Lots of outdoor seating if it's not raining.”

“My experience at Fourwards from start to finish was just incredible! We visited on a Saturday morning to try the new brunch menu and we are already planning our next visit. The attention to detail at this restaurant is unlike anywhere I’ve visited before. The atmosphere, the staff, the outstanding food - everything is just PERFECTION. The staff really make this place special. Every single one of them was welcoming, knowledgeable and polite and more than happy to chat with us and make recommendations (which were absolutely spot on). If you’re looking for amazing food and amazing service, then this is the place to be. (p.s. the homemade biscoff sandwich cakes are out of this world)”

“Recently moved to the area and this has now become our local. Excellent food and great service. Once forgot a beer from my order and when I rang them, they sent someone to deliver instantly. All round fantastic”

“Giggling Squid Leicester is a very cozy and welcoming place. The staff are incredibly nice and accommodating, making you feel right at home. The restaurant itself is beautifully designed — truly a pleasant sight. And the food? Absolutely amazing!”

“Had a truly fantastic meal here. The steak on the hot stone was fantastic, as was the mushroom chicken and the lamb special. Our server was lovely, chatty and friendly. Amazed that they weren't busy as the food was really incredible”

“Visited this evening as we’d heard very good things. It did not disappoint, food was 10/10, service was great and wine was perfect. Will definitely be back soon! Xx”

“Very glad that we booked a table at this lovely modern, airy, Italian Restaurant for our Saturday night dinner for two. A very friendly and efficient team and there was a lovely atmosphere. We chose vegetable soup and mussels for our starters; linguine gamberoni and sea bass for mains. All lovely dishes and good portion sizes. The food and the wine were all at very reasonable prices, too. Probably best to book to ensure you get a table on a Saturday as it was busy - no surprise!”

“Beautiful and authentic food. So much choice - i wanted it all! Friendly staff, great atmosphere.”

“The flavours are absolutely splendid. I highly recommend the seafood paella. Shah, the waiter, provided exceptionally warm service. Highly recommended. We'll definitely be back.”

“We had a lovely meal here last night. The food was delicious and very generous portions. It wasn’t expensive for what we ordered but there are also cheaper options. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We’ll definitely be back”

“Best chippy in melton, I’ve tried them all and these guys are very welcoming and happy to accommodate! It’s now my go to chippy with their prices being fair and matching the quality of the food and service. Never had a bad experience while ordering and eating from here.”