A Food Lover’s Guide to the Best Great Malvern Restaurants

Read this food lover’s guide to uncover the best restaurants in Great Malvern to explore next time you’re in Worcestershire’s historic town.

Known for its picturesque landscapes, rich history and exciting theatre sphere, Great Malvern is a hot spot for tourists, history buffs, and walkers searching for a good hike.

What flies under the radar, though, is the town’s fantastic food scene.

If you’re a foodie in need of a fix, carry on reading to uncover the best restaurants in Great Malvern to add to your itinerary!

Top Great Malvern Restaurants

1. Ask Italian

   
   

Open 7 days a week and just a stroll away from Malvern Theatres, Ask Italian is a great choice for any occasion. 

This Italian food chain is famous for its stone-baked pizzas, authentic pasta dishes and friendly atmosphere. What gives Great Malvern’s branch its edge is its large outdoor patio, which seats 50 and enables diners to enjoy Malvern’s infamous scenery as they eat. 

If you’ve got a celebration coming up, why not utilise the restaurant’s exclusive private dining area? It’s perfect for dinner parties, birthday meals, and intimate get-togethers. 

2. Aldwyn’s at Ellerslie

   
   

This hidden gem is an upscale restaurant, bar and bistro, offering spectacular seasonal menus with a contemporary twist. 

The restaurant’s delicious dishes are complemented by its interior design. Set in a Grade II listed building, the restaurant has been beautifully decorated, making it the perfect setting for any special night out. 

Alongside its decadent menus, the restaurant serves up a delightful afternoon tea. The Aldwyn’s adjoined wellness suite – fit with a pool, sauna and steam room – also offers lucky visitors a peaceful escape.

3. Scene Bistro

   
   

Located inside the Malvern Theatres, this casual bistro is ideal for those hoping to squeeze in a quick pre-show bite! 

Scene serves modern British and European cuisine, ranging from delicious rustic sandwiches to tapas, and from sharing boards to filling mains. They even serve up a lovely afternoon tea for those in for a matinée. 

4. Madresfield Butchers and Grill

   
   

As the name suggests, Madresfield Butchers and Grill is one of the best restaurants in Great Malvern for meat eaters!

The high-end restaurant offers lunch, pre-theatre, dinner, and Sunday lunch menus, all of which are filled with dishes that revolve around quality beef, lamb, and pork. The highlight of the dinner menu? Their Butcher’s Board for Two features a selection of the butcher’s favourite cuts of beef for a rounded dining experience. 

The thing that puts this eatery a cut above the rest is its focus on perfecting the process from pasture to plate. All their meat is sourced from their very own estate, just 2 miles from the restaurant, meaning every bite is as fresh as it gets.

5. Bluebird Tea Rooms 

   
   

This family-run establishment has been welcoming visitors for over 100 years, making it one of the longest-running restaurants in Great Malvern.

Alongside their signature afternoon tea and scones, Bluebird Tea Rooms also serve a wide range of breakfast and lunch options, including omelettes, Ploughman’s, paninis, scrambled eggs, and more. This quaint company is one of the most diet-inclusive restaurants in Great Malvern, as it has dairy-free, gluten-free and vegan menus in addition to its regular ones.

If you’re looking for a quintessentially British food experience, this is the place to be. 

6. The Mulberry Tree

   
   

The Mulberry Tree is undoubtedly one of the finest restaurants in Great Malvern. It’s nestled at the foot of the Malvern Hills and part of the Mount Pleasant Hotel, making it the dream spot for tourists and hikers. 

The menus are comprised of scrumptious dishes made from locally sourced ingredients. They offer breakfast, brunch, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner, and they have one of the best Sunday roasts in the area. 

If you’re looking to go the extra mile for your next meal out, consider hiring one of their beautiful private dining rooms, all of which are spoilt with sensational views. 

7. The Lantern

   
   

In our eyes, nothing beats the aromatic symphony of our Asian fusion menu. 

Our casual, dog-friendly restaurant celebrates the flavours and deliciousness of both Thai and Indian food. 

The variety of fresh and unique dishes is what makes The Lantern a must-visit restaurant in Great Malvern. We offer fusion tapas and sharing plates, traditional dishes from both cuisines and our own contemporary takes! Plus, we offer a mouth-watering range of signature drinks and cocktails to perfectly complement your meal.

If you’re lucky enough to visit on a sunny day, you can enjoy our gorgeous terrace, which has wrap-around views of the stunning Malvern hills. You can find us around the back of the Mount Pleasant Hotel next to the Mulberry Tree.

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Great Malvern is teeming with delightful restaurants, each one with its own appeal. However, if you’re a foodie looking for a memorable experience, there’s truly no menu as exciting as our own.

If you’re planning a trip to Great Malvern, pop in and say hi! 

Visit our website to find out more and book your table today.