Unique restaurants in Northampton

“I recently took my girlfriend to Murray’s restaurant for her birthday as she’s a big fan of fine dining…we were not disappointed. From start to finish, ALL staff, although very young, were confident, welcoming, professional, polite, and knowledgeable of what was on offer. The food was amazing, presentation was excellent, service exemplary and standards high. I would highly recommend to anyone.”

“Excellent food and service, very friendly staff and very reasonably priced good selection of food. Extremely clean and a lovely atmosphere. Will definitely be going back!”

“This is the best restaurant I have ever eaten at. The service was amazing, and every course tasted so good. It was honestly the best meal I’ve ever had. You really need to try this place. I highly recommend it!”

“Recomended by a friend. Absolutely delicious! The batter is the best I’ve ever had. So crispy and tastes really good. Best part is washed down with a pint! 100% coming back for more.”

“Had dinner in Buffalo mid-week. We didn’t have a reservation. We got a table straight away. The restaurant was busy. Our server, Shah was very helpful and explore menu and suggested some dishes to meet our requirements. The menu had a great selection of dishes. We especially enjoyed the spinach and feta in filo pastry and the prawns. For the main the braised lamb shank and the moussaka were enjoyed. Mehmet was very helpful and checked in with us throughout the meal to ensure we were enjoying our meal. This is an excellent restaurant with good value for money and friendly staff. Highly recommended.”

“We are regulars here at Ying Lung. We really enjoy it and find it's the best in Northampton. The only thing I wish they did was accept cards for payments but a lot of Chinese takeaways are cash only so this isn't unique to Ying Lung, and the food makes up for it!”

“Great service, awesome flavours @ a good price. The quality of the service made us feel special. My boys loved it”

“Been here several times. Tonight we were served by the phenomenal Denisa. She was brilliant! Polite, attentive, good sense of humour and professional! The food as always beautifully presented and absolutely yummy. We brought our friends with us tonight and we were not disappointed! Everyone left happy and full.”

“Food was delicious, great atmosphere and service was simply amazing! Highly recommend.”

“Hidden spot in Northampton for the best biryani. Highly recommend this place if someone craving for biryani, grill chicken, fried chicken or milkshakes. They have also got plenty other options. Will definitely visit again.”

“We had a lovely experience at this restaurant. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, with rustic walls, soft lighting, and charming decorations that make the place feel both elegant and relaxed. The table was nicely set with candles and festive confetti, adding a celebratory touch to the evening. The service felt attentive and pleasant — we were able to enjoy our drinks comfortably and take our time. The wine and beer were nicely presented, and the overall vibe made it easy to unwind and enjoy good company. It’s the kind of place that’s perfect for a relaxed dinner, a date night, or celebrating something special. Warm ambiance, nice presentation, and a comfortable setting — we had a great time. This plate makes a strong first impression. The steak looks beautifully seasoned, with a generous crust of cracked pepper and a nice sear that suggests it was cooked on high heat to lock in flavor. The sides are inviting and well-balanced. The roasted potatoes look crisp and golden, while the mixed vegetables — broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots — bring color and a healthier counterpoint to the richness of the steak. They appear roasted rather than steamed, which gives them a more flavorful, caramelized finish. The sauce served in a small metal boat adds an elegant restaurant-style presentation. Its creamy texture hints at a peppercorn based sauce. A glass of beer in the background completes the meal perfectly.”

“Nice little Japorea restaurant with good selection of Japanese and Korean staples; probably best sushi/sashimi in town. Was there during quiet period so can’t comment on atmosphere, but ambience was relaxed.”

“My absolute favourite Indian. It's family run, so pride themselves on quality and taste with traditional family meals. Price is great, and they always give you a bit extra as a treat. Friendly staff and best of all.... bring your own alcohol with no corkage charge. Highly recommend.”

“If you are looking for a Sunday lunch with a choice of meat or veg options, giant yorkshires, crispy roast potatoes, plenty of gravy cauliflower cheese and a great selection of veg….this is your place. I have visited corner 5 many times for lunch and dinner, today on a Sunday and I am devastated I have missed out on so many Sundays now I’ve been once. It was delicious. And we were treated to some very skilled wake boarders doing tricks too.”

“I first went here in 1977. And it became my go to place. Keema peas Vindaloo hot, Tarka daal, 2 chapattis and one rice. All I had to do was call and they wouldn't even wait for the order and just say 15 minutes and throw in half a pint of lager if I had to wait!! Of course I introduced a lot of people to eat here. Some still do. I live in California now....but this is still my must visit restaurant if I am in Bedford. Good food and good memories.”

“Amazing food. One of my favourites. Stuff nandos, this is proper authentic Portuguese peri peri chicken. I usually have peri peri, but if you can't stand the spice I recommend medium, so tasty and doesn't blow your tonsils off You must try”

“Had a lovely mother's day meal great service and atmosphere meal was very nice”

“Martini/The Cottage is a very cozy spot for some Italian food. We’d long been meaning to go in and decided to book in for a table of 6 last night. I like the old building a lot. Low ceilings, nice and warm inside, old architecture meets modern decor. Our food was great. I thought the garlic mushrooms with pancetta and cheese were incredible. Very filling and full of flavour. The veal I had for the main course didn’t disappoint either. Some of the most amazing mashed potatoes I’ve had and some very flavourful meat. I’m very impressed. The prices were very good as well. I expected the final bill to be much more. Lastly, they serve a very good pint of birra moretti in here. We hope to return soon!”

“The Spanish tapas here are absolutely delicious! The cheesecake was so good it completely destroyed my “keep fit” plan—I couldn’t stop myself from devouring it. Every single dish was full of flavor and brought me right back to my time in Spain. The only downside? The basement vibe isn’t the coziest and the chairs weren’t very comfortable. Also, the server accidentally tried to charge us twice—but honestly, the food was so good I almost didn’t care! Plus, the staff are actually Spanish, which made the experience feel even more authentic. Strongly recommend! Just… next time, pretty please let me sit at one of the nice ground floor tables. Gracias!”

“Excellent pub. Great fish and chips. Very friendly staff. Dog friendly. Amazing experience. Loved it.”

“Great food. Great people working there. First time visiting here and will be coming back”

“Superb Indian restaurant tucked away in the small village of Graffham. Unexpected find, but so pleased we gave it a go. Food was excellent quality, flavours and portion sizes. Great value for money. Very friendly staff and good service. Even better was finding a dog friendly Indian (we took two medium sized, very well behaved dogs). Would visit again if ever in this area again. Recommend to anyone staying at the Caravan and Camping Club site.”

“Recently visited a friend down in Sandy as he's mentioned the Ghandi before we ended up going for dinner on Sunday, was seated immediately, we ordered drinks were here straight away, food arrived shortly after ordering the potions sizes were absolutely on the money, and incredibly tasty, I was expecting an expensive bill at the end but I couldn't believe how low costing it was to feed 3 of us! Will visit again on our next visit!”

“This was our first experience at Cromwell Cottage. We enjoyed everything about our time here. Our food was cooked perfectly for us - hot, fresh & the steaks to our preference. Staff were attentive, professional, friendly & nothing was too much trouble. Atmosphere was relaxed & happy. Myself & my husband were able to have a conversation without having to shout across the table to each other. We will definitely visit again in the future.”

“Very easy to order online and all 6 pizzas were cooked to perfection and taste was great, I ordered for a small party. Very quick delivery. Caters for vegetarians and vegans. Had the vegetarian and vegan pizza and everyone at the party enjoyed the pizzas. Thank you so much will recommend to others and order again.”

“Atmospheric place. We wanted to go somewhere a bit different and this ticked all the boxes. Food was superb. Staff were brilliant.”

“Been there today, will definitely return. Nothing but hospitality from the staff and a warm atmosphere in this restaurant, the food arrived fast and was well prepared, full of rich flavour. I strongly recommend this restaurant for its great food and welcoming people. Truly a hidden gem. Along with the food, you must try the Turkish tea/coffee and the desserts, you will not regret it. The restaurant is very clean and nice atmosphere .”

“Great staff. Great food. Just delicious. Been going here for years. Dependably perfect Chinese cuisine. Plus they serve the best IPA while waiting for your takeaway.”