Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Warwickshire

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Updated November 05, 2026

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Baserri

4.9

4.9 (637)

£41 and over

Basque

Leamington Spa

About the restaurant

Experience the vibrant and honest flavours of Spain using the finest local ingredients alongside authentic, lovingly sourced Spanish produce.
Our beautiful surroundings and relaxing space, create the perfect dining experience.

Book online for up to 5 guests.
For 6 guests or more, please call: 01926 771414 or email: hola@baserrikitchen.com

Top review

Lewis

Dined 4 days ago

Staff were absolutely incredible, so accommodating and knowledgable. The food was fantastic, every course was delicious. The atmosphere was cosy but modern. Overall wonderful experience - would highly recommend

Bastardo's Trattoria

4.8

4.8 (65)

£41 and over

Italian

Shipston-On-Stour

About the restaurant

Bastardo’s Trattoria is a rebellious little Italian rooted in Shipston-on-Stour. We’re open four evenings a week as a neighbourhood trattoria cooking British seasonal produce with Italian influence.

Bastardo's Trattoria was welcomed into the Michelin Guide just four months after opening, led by Head Chef John Broughton, who previously headed up the Michelin-starred kitchen at The Royal Oak, Whatcote.

Expect handmade pastas, thoughtful plates and a concise, characterful wine list. The atmosphere is informal but focused, and the welcome is always genuine.

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Roger

Dined 2 days ago

Superb as usual - great options within four course menu beautifully prepared and served in a calm and very friendly environment. This time with the added plus of a view of a local firework display.

The Royal Oak

4.8

4.8 (222)

£41 and over

Farm-to-table

Shipston-On-Stour

About the restaurant

Solanche, Richard, and the team at The Royal Oak are proud to offer Michelin-starred dining at our village pub, between Shipston on Stour and Stratford upon Avon, on the edge of the Cotswolds. Since 2017, we’ve been dedicated to exceptional food in a community-focused setting.

Alongside our Michelin-starred dining room, we have a relaxed bar with a pool table and darts, creating a space for everyone. Our menu celebrates terroir-driven, ‘proper country food,’ focusing on wild, seasonal ingredients. Our aim is simple: to tell the story of our community and the local producers we work with.

The menu changes with the seasons, with some dishes lasting six weeks to highlight the peak of their season, while others may be available for just a week or even a single service—a fleeting, micro-seasonal snapshot. This approach supports sustainable land and woodland management, honours the natural balance of the land, and reflects our commitment to preserving it for future generations.

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Ciaran

Dined on Oct 29, 2026

Superb tasting menu in a well converted setting bringing country pub and fine dining together seamlessly. Charming service and an excellent set of predominantly South African wines served with a genuinely interesting introduction.

The Eyna Leamington Spa

4.8

4.8 (178)

£26 to £40

Turkish

Leamington Spa

About the restaurant

The Eyna is a new, refreshing, traditional Turkish cuisine coming to the heart of Leamington Spa. With a open-plan dining experience, open kitchen & central bar, we're sure this will be your perfect location for all types of events or casual dining.

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Paul

Dined on Oct 28, 2026

Great place for a birthday meal. Food was good but given the portion size actually represented good value. Service was standout. Great front of house and waiters.

Lithos

4.8

4.8 (170)

£41 and over

Greek

Henley-in-Arden

About the restaurant

Welcome to Lithos! We look forward to serving you.

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Jeff

Dined 2 days ago

I have been several times to Lithos now and taken many friends and relations. The food and services are always excellent and it’s great to have a choice of such a variety of dishes.

The Cross at Kenilworth

4.7

4.7 (820)

£41 and over

British

Kenilworth

About the restaurant

Located in the historic town of Kenilworth in the heart of Warwickshire, The Cross is an award-winning pub that combines Michelin-starred food with a welcoming, relaxed atmosphere.

Under the guidance of chef-director Adam Bennett, we have held a Michelin star for over nine years and are proud to boast three AA Rosettes. We received a Good Food Award Gold Seal in 2021.

The Cross is housed in a Grade II listed 19th-century inn and has been sympathetically restored to retain its heritage alongside contemporary touches that make it a fabulous place to enjoy great food, a casual atmosphere and informal but attentive service.

Our main dining room is a former school room that leads to a cosy and welcoming bar - previously a butcher's shop.

Another dining room overlooks the pass, where guests can glimpse the team of chefs busily at work.

We have a green and spacious pub garden, perfect for aperitifs, cocktails and post-dinner drinks.

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Iain

Dined 4 days ago

The Cross is just such a fabulous place to have a leisurely lunch and catch up with friends The menu and the food is brilliant with a great drinks list The ambience is so relaxing And the value is amazing!

The Art kitchen

4.7

4.7 (269)

£26 to £40

Thai

Warwick

About the restaurant

Our menu is based on the principles of Royal Thai Cuisine but with a simple presentation and a strong emphasis on fresh, high-quality ingredients that give exceptional taste. We also follow the traditions of the best Thai restaurants of Bangkok, with à la minute preparations that allow our chefs to maximize the aromatic qualities of fresh Thai herbs and spices.

You can find different set menus in our restaurant, including vegetarian & vegan. Please have a look at https://www.theartkitchen.com/art-kitchen-menus/ for all options and prices.

In addition to A La Carte menu, we offer an exceptional good value lunch menu between 12-2:30 pm. This includes different plates of noodles and our famous "lunch box" dishes, which are smaller portions of our favorites, served in a wooden box, to have at the restaurant.

The restaurant is also an Art Gallery setting which is always evolving as the artworks are sold & replaced with new pieces. Our entire art collection is modern, fun and curated.

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Jan

Dined on Oct 26, 2026

Quite simply the best Thai food anywhere. Superb flavours, fresh quality ingredients, expertly cooked and beautifully presented.

Loxley's Restaurant & Wine Bar (UK)

4.7

4.7 (5384)

£25 and under

British

Stratford-Upon-Avon

About the restaurant

Loxley’s Restaurant & Wine Bar is an independently owned, family run business based in the heart of Stratford-upon-Avon in central England.
From it"s understated entrance to the eclectic and carefully designed interiors, our restaurant has set the atmosphere in which you can indulge, relax and experience our friendly service and locally-sourced produce. Our delicately designed menus will pamper your palate with a selection of carefully created flavours and diverse wine cellar. 4 minutes walk away from the RSC theatre and other popular landmarks within a few minutes walking distance from our front door.

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TERRY

Dined 2 days ago

Lovely atmosphere, attentive staff and the food was very tasty! Great choice for our first night here! Would recommend.

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The Farmhouse Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (1746)

£26 to £40

Steakhouse

Coventry

About the restaurant

The Farmhouse Restaurant is the midlands most popular restaurant, with guests travelling from each end of the UK to experience a totally unique cuisine. The Farmhouse presents you with an exclusive set of choices from their fusion flavours inspired from the east and west. High end cuts of meat sourced from British Farms, enriched with intense flavours. The taste is like no other! The quality of food prepared by award-winning chefs, who have over 20 years of experience. To compliment the high-quality food, The Farmhouse has a diverse selection of refreshing mocktails.

The chic interior and exterior designs are sure to make you feel you are dinning in true luxury surroundings, with a beautifully landscaped garden which boasts an extravagant water feature and rockery. A perfect place for those social media photos.

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Salma

Dined 1 day ago

We had an absolutely amazing evening at The Farmhouse! My friends travelled from Manchester and Birmingham, and they were so impressed with the whole experience. The atmosphere was wonderful, and the hospitality was second to none. Everyone went above and beyond to make us feel welcome, and nothing was too much trouble. Such a lovely evening with fantastic company and exceptional service. A huge thank you to the entire team for making our evening so special. We can’t wait to return! ❤️

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The Ivy Stratford-Upon-Avon

4.5

4.5 (280)

£25 and under

Contemporary British

Stratford-Upon-Avon

About the restaurant

Opening 29 September – reservations are now open for The Ivy Stratford-upon-Avon. In the heart of historic Stratford-upon-Avon, The Ivy brings relaxed all-day dining to this beautiful Warwickshire town. Set within a beautifully restored Tudor building and just a short walk from Shakespeare’s birthplace, the Royal Shakespeare Theatre and the River Avon, it’s perfectly placed for breakfast, brunch, leisurely lunches, pre-theatre dining, dinner and drinks. Step inside to discover an elegant dining room, striking interiors and a stylish bar, creating a warm and lively setting for every occasion. The menu brings together much-loved Ivy classics, modern British dishes and seasonal favourites, alongside cocktails and wines to match. Whether you’re exploring Stratford-upon-Avon, dining before a show or celebrating something special, expect a warm welcome from morning until late.

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Susan

Dined 4 days ago

Having eaten at several other Ivy restaurants, including the original one & the Ivy Asia Oriental, St Paul's, our expectations were high and we were not disappointed at all. The interior is warm and inviting, beautiful art deco theme to create a great ambience. Food and service excellent, as expected. We were not rushed at all, a decent pause between each course. Highly recommend.

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