A Food Lover’s Guide to Herefordshire
Ponte Vecchio, Hereford
Ponte Vecchio invites you to dine at an Italian family table. It is like stepping foot onto Italian soil, warmly welcomed by the Ponte Vecchio team and Leo, who grew up just a mile from the famous bridge in Florence. Run by a husband and wife team who are passionate about Italian cuisine and creating an authentic atmosphere in their intimate restaurant. Receiving exceptional reviews, guests comment on the delicious food, the exceptional service, and the sorbet is always a hit!
On the menu is a selection of appetisers, cured meats, starters and pasta dishes. You will find yourselves having to choose between flavours you may not have seen before. The restaurant are happy to cater for dietary requirements and the menu is seasonal so it is worth revisiting.
No 3 Restaurant, Ross on Wye
Currently the top-rated restaurant in Ross-on-Wye, No3 has a contemporary feel and serves a varied European menu. There is something to suit all tastes with a range of meats, fish, vegetarian and vegan dishes on offer. Choose the catch of the day for the freshest flavours. Alongside their menu of rich, flavourful dishes, you must explore the range of cocktails! There is a choice of martinis, classic mixes, sparkling cocktails and mocktails. At the end of your night why not sign it off with one of the imaginative shots offered ranging from a Jam Doughnut to an After 8.
Diners visit No 3 Restaurant time and again for the diving food and exceptional, friendly service. You definitely don’t want to miss this one!
Amazing Asia Buffet, Hereford
If you have a love for Asian flavours, this Thai and Indian buffet restaurant is a dream come true. The buffet is an all you can eat bonanza of flavour with nearly 70 dishes (including desserts) to choose from. You might find you have to come back more than once to try everything! It is a social spot where you can gather with friends and family, relax, and treat yourselves. If you’re looking to host an event during your time here the restaurant can accommodate up to 130 people.
With very reasonable prices for lunch or dinner and its town centre location, it is the perfect choice for when you are visiting the highlights of Hereford.
The Oak Inn, Staplow
Stop in at this award-winning country pub, a traditional eatery near the market town of Ledbury. Sitting amongst cosy wooden beams while a stove crackles in the background, this is a quintessential English pub. On warm days take advantage of the garden and gather at a picnic table with drinks or a meal, enjoying the peaceful surroundings. Whether you’re stopping in for lunch or dinner, The Oak Inn has something for you on the menu. Choose from a sandwich or a pizza at the weekend and for an evening meal you have a range of classic British fare and choice of specials.
If you’re looking for some evening entertainment, The Oak Inn delivers. Quiz nights, Thursday steak club, reggae parties and various live music events are all on the calendar.
The Red Lion Inn, Peterstow
A popular choice for those exploring the area, this country pub is perfectly located in Peterstow between Ross-on-Wye and Hereford. The team focus on serving great food, providing a welcome arrival from friendly staff and hosting you in a wonderful atmosphere. The chef prepares meals using local meats, fruits and vegetables and include traditional offerings of fish pie, fish and chips and home-made pie. Larger groups can book to eat together in the conservatory. There is then plenty of space to mingle outside, with a play area to keep the children entertained.
Their Sunday lunch is not to be missed and there is a great range of drinks available. The bar is dog-friendly if you are just stopping off for a refreshment en-route.
The Cider Barn, Pembridge
Sitting beside Dunkertons Cider Mill amongst rural countryside, dining at The Cider Barn is a wonderful experience. The barn is 450 years old and Grade II listed, showcasing wooden beams, an open fire and high ceilings. Surrounded by greenery you can sit out on the terrace and relax in this glorious location. The menu is ever changing, focussing on sourcing the best local produce and using this as inspiration to create exciting meals for you to enjoy. Their tasting evening events are the best way to discover the best flavours on offer here. An 8-course menu served a handful of times through the year is a wonderful experience.
If you’re looking for a location to host your event, The Cider Press nextdoor is a converted barn. Equipped with a fully stocked bar it is ready and waiting for your celebration, no whatever what the occasion.
Chapters Restaurant, Hay-on-Wye
Awarded a Michelin green star, Chapters has a focus on sustainability. Their ingredients are foraged, grown on site and they aim for zero waste. The restaurant’s walled garden is their source of vegetables, herbs, fruit and edible flowers, adding a special flourish to their dishes. Each dish shows the team’s attention to detail with impeccably displayed food. A set menu is served to ensure quality is not compromised, but on Saturdays a more informal lunch option is available.
Alongside delicious food, the service at Chapters is second to none. It is an intimate restaurant where you are warmly welcomed and looked after for the evening, nothing is too much trouble.
