Must-try Food in Worcestershire
Katie Jeynes-Cupper • September 4, 2019
Find all the best places for food in the area and all the local favorites.
Thai on 7even
It’s about time to try the real tastes of Thailand – which can be found in one of the best Thai restaurants in the area. They will not disappoint and from the moment you enter till you leave, for an evening it feels like you’re in Thailand! Relax in their beautifully decorated restaurant to be serve proper authentic Thai food. Their customer service is exceptional and if you have any issues with a dish they’ll go over and above till you are happy. This isn’t something you usually experience in chain restaurants. Don’t just take my word for it, there are tons of reviews online that say the same! They offer a wide range of dishes which both offer you quality and quantity. I recommend booking as they are loved by locals.
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The Old Rectifying House
Named after its past, the Old Rec used to be a part of the Williams distillery. It showcases historic architecture coupled with chic romantic décor. It has a posh pub feel, where the food is a mixture of classics dishes, originality and creativity. They are beautifully presented and full of flavour. This is a great place to experience new tastes or stay safe with your British classics. They have incorporated many vegetarian and vegan choices in their menu which could turn any meat-eater into a vegan. Also, if you buy 5 cocktails you get the 6th free!
Be The Change
A must go to for unique, tasty, homey and 100% vegan food. They are based in Worcester city centre and offer affordable and exciting vegan cuisine. If you aren’t vegan and don’t know what vegans eat, then this is the perfect opportunity to jump out of you comfort zone and experience food that could lead to a healthier world if we all ate it. Their cosy lounge is a great place to start your day with some breakfast or to start your night with some dinner.
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Hanbao
Hanbao offers you a unique dining experience to taste a blend of Asian and western cuisine. This ultimately creates the élite fast food experience. But beware, it gets messy chowing down on their mighty burgers and extravagant sides! They cater for most, if not all, dietary needs like gluten free and vegan. The ambience is relaxed, cool vibes where all is welcome – no matter what you like to wear or look like. In addition, to the food they make some of the BEST cocktails in town and are honestly a must-try. They have recently opened their rooftop bar and desert parlour which has living walls! All Perfect for that insta story!
Jimmy pickles
Eat in or take out, this award-winning Indian fusion restaurant serves the best. The menu has a lot of choice but unlike a lot of places there isn’t pages – which is a good thing! It also includes descriptions of the dish which is ideal if you fancy trying a new dish. Their naan bread is INCREDIBLE, and I would recommend trying the peshwari naan because it is so extravagant and luxurious. A personal favourite of my families is the tandoori king prawns as a starter or main.
Ounce bar and kitchen
This is the place to get a steak in Worcestershire, you can order your cut by the ounce – clues in the name! They are passionate about their food, butcher the meat on site and give you hearty servings of all the trimmings. They offer lunch deals Tuesday-Saturday and serve their famous Sunday lunch. This might seem like completely the wrong place for vegetarians to be found but they also offer options for them too. So, no one is left out or left hungry for that matter. All the food is sourced locally and freshly prepared on site.
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Wayland’s Yard
They are a speciality coffee shop that serves fresh, locally sourced food. It is a great place to have some brunch, lunch, cakes or a pint. It’s ideal to hang out at, do some work or have a wholesome meal. It’s not quite a restaurant so you have to order food and drink at the till, but it arrives nice and quickly. Although in the city centre, it has a stunning garden furnished with swing chairs and tables! Perfect for all the family and they also have a second location in Birmingham.
Mac & Jacks
The family run business currently has 2 cafes, in Great Malvern and Worcester, which serve locally sourced food.
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The one set in Great Malvern, is the perfect place to have some breakfast before you head up the Malvern Hills or they offer a fantastic pre-theatre menu (by booking only). Their breakfast menu is available till 12pm and all-day Sunday. They serve poached eggs on toast with a variety of options like spiced avocado and tomatoes or smoked salmon and hollandaise. For something sweet, they do waffles with Greek yoghurt and fruit. For the best of both worlds, get the French toast, crispy smoked bacon and maple syrup. It’s a truly lovely spot to sit outside to enjoy the sun and the surrounding hills and architecture.
The second spot is on friar street in Worcester. Like the one in Malvern, they serve breakfast and lunch, but they also serve monthly supper evenings. In their shop and deli, you can purchase a range of artisan produce that is baked in house daily like cakes, savoury tarts and pastries. Similarly, you can find products from other local suppliers on the shelves.
The Handmade Scotch Egg Company
You really haven’t experienced the potential of the classic Scotch Egg till you’ve tried some of the 40 varieties on offer at The Handmade Scotch Egg company. They offer flavour like The MightyQuin Scotch egg, which Is a mixture of smoky, sweet and spicy flavours. The classic scotch egg usually contains sausage meat, but this company has created their very own vegetarian option using chickpeas!
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