Best Casual Dining Restaurants in Cheltenham
Casual dining in Cheltenham: the brasseries, bistros, neighbourhood favourites and relaxed restaurants locals use midweek without booking weeks ahead. Ranked by our editorial score, which blends public reviews, our own visits and local signals. 38 places listed.
Habibah
291 High St
Family-run Middle Eastern gem on the High Street serving authentic Lebanese and Syrian dishes with genuine warmth and flavour.
MUSE Brasserie
60 St George's Pl
Elegant brasserie near the Promenade serving seasonal French-inspired cuisine with locally sourced ingredients and excellent service.
Petit Coco Bistro
2 Bath St
Authentic French bistro on Bath Street serving classic dishes in an intimate, Parisian-style setting.
Daphne Restaurant
2 Crescent Pl
Family-run Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant on Crescent Place, with meze, grills and a two-course lunch for £10.95, open Tuesday to Saturday.
Sam's Montpellier
Sam's Montpellier, Montpellier Courtyard, Montpellier St
Award-winning Montpellier restaurant serving imaginative small plates and excellent Sunday roasts in a relaxed, stylish courtyard setting.
The Ivy Montpellier Brasserie Cheltenham
Rotunda Terrace, Montpellier Walk
Glamorous all-day brasserie in the historic Rotunda serving modern British cuisine with style and substance.
Turtle Bay Cheltenham
Corner of Pittville &, Albion St
Caribbean restaurant serving jerk chicken, rum cocktails, and island vibes with legendary happy hour deals on Pittville's corner.
Meat the Greeks at No3
3 Bennington St
Family-run Greek restaurant serving generous portions of traditional dishes with genuine Mediterranean hospitality.
The Coconut Tree Cheltenham
59 St Paul's Rd
Vibrant Sri Lankan street food in Cheltenham's town centre, serving sharing plates with proper spice and energy.
288 Bar & Wok
288 High St
Proper Chinese cooking in the town centre with regional specialities and a visible wok station bringing authentic flavours to the High Street.
Bangkok Thai
44-48 St James St
Authentic Thai restaurant on St James Street serving flavourful curries and classics with genuine spice and warmth.
BAO + BBQ
3 Regent St
Vibrant Asian fusion spot on Regent Street serving pillowy bao buns and Korean BBQ inspired dishes in a relaxed, buzzy setting.
Chelsea Brasserie
Ramada Hotel, Gloucester Road
Continental brasserie on Montpellier Terrace serving quality steaks, seafood and sharing plates in elegant yet relaxed surroundings.
Giggling Squid - Cheltenham
6-7 Montpellier St
Regional Thai cooking on Montpellier Street with tapas-style sharing plates and a menu that ventures beyond the usual.
Ginger & Garlic
334 High St
Popular Korean restaurant on the High Street serving sizzling bibimbap, crispy fried chicken, and all the Korean classics.
Moran's Eating House
123-129 Bath Rd
Neighbourhood restaurant on Bath Road serving honest, well-made food in relaxed, welcoming surroundings that locals have come to rely on.
Paparrito's
214-216 High St
Vibrant High Street Mexican spot serving generous tacos, burritos and margaritas in Cheltenham's town centre.
Pho Cheltenham
The Brewery Quarter, Henrietta St
Vibrant Vietnamese restaurant in The Brewery Quarter serving authentic pho, fresh summer rolls, and flavourful street food classics.
Thai Emerald Cheltenham
60 St George's Pl
Consistent Thai cooking in the town centre with authentic flavours and spice levels that don't disappoint.
The Istanbul Kitchen
48 Winchcombe St
Family-run Turkish restaurant serving generous mezze, charcoal grills, and freshly baked bread on Winchcombe Street.
Brasserie Blanc Cheltenham
Promenade
Raymond Blanc's French brasserie on the Promenade serving classic dishes with reliable quality and genuine Parisian charm.
Rosa's Thai Cheltenham
16 Promenade
Authentic Thai cooking on the Promenade with flavourful curries, generous portions, and genuinely helpful staff who know their spice levels.
Siam Smile
12 Suffolk Rd
Authentic Thai restaurant serving traditional Thai dishes including curries, stir-fries, and Thai street food...
The Merryfellow
The Merryfellow, 2 School Rd, Charlton Kings
Charlton Kings pub serving award-winning pies and British classics, where locals linger longer than planned.
The Clarence Social
1 Clarence Parade
Independent three floor bar and bistro on Clarence Parade, serving cocktails, seasonal bistro plates and late nights until 2am on Saturdays.
Chaplais Kitchen
Rotunda Terrace, 15 Montpellier St
French culinary tradition meets relaxed Montpellier dining in this intimate town centre kitchen.
Cosy Club
The Brewery Quarter, High St
Vintage-styled all-day dining in the Brewery Quarter, serving British and international dishes in glamorous surroundings.
Côte Cheltenham
1 Montpellier Terrace
French brasserie classics in elegant Montpellier with pavement tables and all-day dining.
La Petite Brasserie Cheltenham
51 High St
Classic French brasserie on the High Street serving authentic dishes in a relaxed yet refined setting.
The Retreat
10/11 Suffolk Parade
Town centre wine bar and restaurant serving seasonal, locally sourced food with an excellent wine selection in relaxed surroundings.
Circo Brasserie
226 Bath Rd
Contemporary European brasserie on Bath Road serving seasonal dishes in a warm, welcoming atmosphere with excellent reviews from local diners.
Boho
8 Great Norwood St
Stylish bistro on Regent Street with a relaxed bohemian vibe, serving modern European small plates, sharing boards and...
Tabouli Terrace
2, Rotunda Terrace, Montpellier St
Welcoming Middle Eastern spot in Montpellier serving generous mezze, grills, and wraps with genuine flavour and friendly service.
Wagamama
ground floor east, Clarence St
Popular Asian-inspired chain restaurant in the town centre serving ramen, katsu curries, gyoza and stir-fries in a...
Cantina del Barrio
162-164 Bath Rd
Vibrant Mexican-inspired cantina in Cheltenham's Bath Road area serving tacos, burritos, quesadillas and cocktails in a...
The Botanist Cheltenham
Unit 6, The Brewery Quarter
Botanical-themed restaurant and bar in the Brewery Quarter serving creative British food and an impressive cocktail selection.
Happy Garden
327-329 Lower, High St
Long-standing Chinese restaurant on Lower High Street serving generous portions of takeaway classics and sit-down favourites.
Golden Mountain Cheltenham - Chinese Restaurant
63 Winchcombe St
Long-standing Winchcombe Street Chinese serving generous portions of Cantonese classics and takeaway favourites.
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