- There are eight Michelin Restaurants in Cambridge.
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Unique Cambridge
From making your own gin with one of the world’s most innovative distilleries, to trying the best of the Cambridge food scene – here are some uniquely Cambridge experiences to seek out during your stay
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Food & Drink
Discover places to wine and dine in Cambridge
Cambridge is a fabulous destination for foodies! From local pubs to lavish eateries, the city caters to every gastronomic taste. Grab a drink, tuck into a delicious meal, and enjoy the culinary delights of one of the UK’s finest cities.
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24 Hours Exploring Quintessential Cambridge
Enjoy a luxurious 24 hours in Cambridge with a stay at the elegant University Arms. From punting on the River Cam and exploring historic landmarks to vibrant dining, cocktails and boutique shopping, this itinerary blends culture, cuisine and charm — a stylish city break you’ll want to repeat.
Top six things to see and do in Cambridge this Autumn / Winter
Explore boutique shops, experience calming wellness treatments and indulge in delicious food in local restaurants celebrating seasonal produce.
10 Of The Best Cafes In Cambridge
Cambridge’s café culture is thriving. From specialist coffee shops to old-school bakeries, these are some of the best bets for a hot drink and a bite to eat.
Where to Eat in Cambridge
From refined restaurants to fantastic food trucks, the Cambridge food scene is thriving – here are some unmissable eateries to try during your visit.
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The Cambridge Chop House
The Cambridge Chop House sits in the heart of Cambridge, just 50 yards from King’s College Chapel.
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Pint Shop
Creative chargrilled meat dishes and real ales in bar with parquet floor and industrial-chic decor.
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Mercado Central Limited
Mercado Central is inspired by Spain’s historic markets and restaurants. With a focus on our Galician and Basque heritage, we source high quality, seasonal ingredients. Set in an historic, Cambridge townhouse, you can enjoy a casual lunch at the open kitchen or a special dinner in the upstairs dining rooms. Our suppliers are specialist, small scale operations, whose good practices ensure sustainable and high welfare produce.
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Street Food
Take Aways
Bread & Meat
Bene't Street
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Navadhanya
Newmarket Road
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De Luca Cucina & Bar
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Millworks
Us in a Nut Shell…Modern Brasserie, Charcoal oven, Wonderful steaks, Sunday Roast, Fresh Fish, Local provenance, Ice cream hatch, Saturday Brunch, Riverside dining, Party venue, Cocktails, Local Draught beer, Spinning Millwheel, Silver Sustainable award, Lovely team.
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Cafe Camtown
Coffee shop, cafe, Breakfast, Lunch, Burgers
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Café Foy
Quayside
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Café Oriental & Dumpling Bar
Burleigh Street
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Calverley’s Brewery LTD
Calverley's Brewery & Taproom: A craft beer destination with unique brews in a welcoming atmosphere.
Fine Dining
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Cambridge Quy Mill Hotel & Spa
Once a historic watermill, Quy Mill Hotel & Spa is a secluded haven which offers delightful hotel accommodation in Cambridge, superb food and unfailing courtesy. It is the only hotel in Cambridgeshire to be awarded the Silver Star award by the AA, recognising our superior level of quality, and high standards of service and cleanliness. All our rooms feature en-suite bathrooms and some offer the height of exclusivity with four poster beds and whirlpool spa baths, with free parking and free Wi-Fi always included. Our award-winning restaurant will create a tempting selection of local and international dishes.
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Charlie’s Coffee Company & Pizzeria
Burleigh Street
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Chill#2 Cafe & Bar
With speciality coffee from Climpson & Sons and proper teas & hot chocolate, this is the perfect place to relax within reach of Cambridge rail station.
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Chinese Canteen
Bridge Street
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Museums & Galleries
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Courtyard Kitchen
Combining food and culture, our modern eatery is the perfect spot to enjoy freshly prepared, homemade food whilst being able to peruse the contemporary exhibitions, art and antiquities within the museum walls.
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Crosstown Doughnuts
Crosstown Cambridge located at 8 Bridge Street, CB2 1UA, offers our full range of award-winning doughnuts, small-batch ice cream, and specialty coffee with indoor seating.
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De Luca Cucina & Bar
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Fitzbillies
Cambridge Baker & Provisioner. Est. 1920 Serving you breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, coffee and cakes every day of the week.
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Fort St George
Here at Fort St George we serve freshly prepared, irresistible food all day, every day.
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Gardenias Take Away
Rose Crescent
ATM's
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Hilton Cambridge City Centre
The largest hotel set in the heart of the city, minutes from the University of Cambridge colleges with an executive lounge, restaurant and bar.
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Hot Numbers Coffee
Hot Numbers Coffee Roasters are an Independent specialty coffee company with two successful coffee shops in Cambridge.
Did you know?
Want to meet Cambridge’s largest resident? Head to the Museum of Zoology, where you’ll be greeted by an enormous fin whale skeleton. Measuring 21-metres, it’s one of the largest of its kind ever recorded, and fills the entrance hall end to end.