The 10 Best Local Restaurants In Windsor England

The charming town of Windsor in Berkshire is talked about all over the world as one of the Queen’s top spots for a weekend break. With a 900 year-old royal residence in the shape of Windsor Castle attracting thousands of visitors all year round, this truly regal destination is an absolute must-visit on your travel bucket list. And while history and culture are the town’s biggest draws, Windsor’s culinary scene is equally something to write home about. To eat like a Queen, check out our list of some of the best local restaurants in Windsor, England.

1. Gogos Waterfront Restaurant

Restaurant, South African

If it’s high-class modern dining and cracking marina views you’re after, Gogos Waterfront Restaurant should be just the ticket. The colourful, flavoursome menu is brought to life with South African sparkle, the cocktails are to die for and the views from its choice marina location lend your meal a touch of maritime glamour.

2. Marmara

Restaurant, Turkish

One of the greatest joys of eating out in Britain is that you can find delicious cuisine from all over the world, thanks to an ever more diverse population and increasingly sophisticated national palette. Marmara offers a relaxed atmosphere and an appetising menu serving Turkish and Mediterranean dishes, including lip-smacking meat dishes and lots of colourful veggie options, too.

3. Windsor Grill

Restaurant, Steakhouse

Another eatery tipped by many as a winning place to refuel after a hard day exploring Queen Elizabeth’s second home, Windsor Grill’s speciality is steak, but there’s plenty else to choose from at this fine establishment. Its dark wooden tables with flickering tea lights create an atmospheric vibe for enjoying a perfect feast.

5. The Oxford Blue

Restaurant, British

Set in what used to be a pair of 19th-century cottages, The Oxford Blue is a pub with a chic twist and an upscale menu that has turned the heads of many connoisseurs over the years. With views overlooking the resplendent countryside of Old Windsor, the pub-restaurant expertly combines the pomp of royal England with an undeniably modern flair.

6. Memo

Restaurant, Moroccan, Mediterranean

For classic Moroccan dishes, head to Meimo. Hugely popular with locals and serving slap-up tagines or platters full of spectacular yet subtle flavour, Meimo’s smart décor and lively atmosphere make this an optimum stop to refuel and revive on a cool Windsor evening.

7. Gilbey's

Restaurant, European

Described as one of Windsor’s top romantic restaurants, Gilbey’s (actually a stone’s throw across the river from neighbouring Eton) is a splendid little spot, tucked cosily between the fancy Eton College and majestic Windsor Castle itself. Not far from London’s River Thames, Gilbey’s is a family-run place promising a dedication to ‘quality and joie de vivre’. Offering fine British food and wine, brought to your plate by a French head chef, they certainly live up to their claim.

8. The Boatman

Restaurant, British

Eat by the riverside at one of Windsor’s oldest pubs. For freshly prepared seasonal fare with a marvellous view of the winding River Thames, The Boatman is the place to go. Part of Windsor’s culinary scene since 1829, the place was once home to donkeys that worked on the river. Try the famous British favourite – a fish and chip supper cooked to perfection.

9. The Greene Oak

Restaurant, British

With its wooden ceiling beams and flagstone floors, The Greene Oak invites you to taste countryside England at its cosiest. Friendly table service, local ales and bitters just a little out of the ordinary, and an award-winning menu make this place an unmissable visit for foodies hoping to experience Britain’s best bites.

10. Al Fassia

Restaurant, Moroccan

For incredible Moroccan food, Al Fassia is the place to visit in Windsor. This family-run restaurant is the place to experience top-notch authentic dishes, including special tagines and speciality couscous and all food is served in the tradition of the historical cities of Morocco.

Since you are here, we would like to share our vision for the future of travel - and the direction Culture Trip is moving in.

Culture Trip launched in 2011 with a simple yet passionate mission: to inspire people to go beyond their boundaries and experience what makes a place, its people and its culture special and meaningful — and this is still in our DNA today. We are proud that, for more than a decade, millions like you have trusted our award-winning recommendations by people who deeply understand what makes certain places and communities so special.

Increasingly we believe the world needs more meaningful, real-life connections between curious travellers keen to explore the world in a more responsible way. That is why we have intensively curated a collection of premium small-group trips as an invitation to meet and connect with new, like-minded people for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in three categories: Culture Trips, Rail Trips and Private Trips. Our Trips are suitable for both solo travelers, couples and friends who want to explore the world together.

Culture Trips are deeply immersive 5 to 16 days itineraries, that combine authentic local experiences, exciting activities and 4-5* accommodation to look forward to at the end of each day. Our Rail Trips are our most planet-friendly itineraries that invite you to take the scenic route, relax whilst getting under the skin of a destination. Our Private Trips are fully tailored itineraries, curated by our Travel Experts specifically for you, your friends or your family.

We know that many of you worry about the environmental impact of travel and are looking for ways of expanding horizons in ways that do minimal harm - and may even bring benefits. We are committed to go as far as possible in curating our trips with care for the planet. That is why all of our trips are flightless in destination, fully carbon offset - and we have ambitious plans to be net zero in the very near future.