The 9 Best Restaurants in Telford

Welcome to Telford, a popular town in Shropshire known for its natural beauty and rich cultural scene, despite only being formed in the sixties as part of the UK’s initial wave of new towns.

However, despite being relatively young for a town, several great places to eat call it their home, and we've picked out the 9 best restaurants in Telford for you to choose from.

Restaurant 1840

One of the more elegant restaurants in Telford, Restaurant 1840 is an exquisite choice for a night out in the town.

Situated in a restored 19th century Methodist church, the restaurant is an architectural marvel with a beautifully ornate interior.

Using only the freshest locally sourced ingredients in their largely seasonal menus, Restaurant 1840 gives diners a posh, high-end experience at a surprisingly affordable price, making it the perfect place for big celebrations and certainly one of the best restaurants in Telford.

Spiceland Indian Restaurant

Remove any pre-existing notions you have of your typical ‘Britishified’ Indian restaurant, because Spiceland doesn’t play to those conventions.

Offering genuinely authentic Indian cuisine, with a health-conscious approach to sourcing ingredients and preparing them, Spiceland is the true taste of India the local restaurant scene has been starved of.

With an extensive menu that includes an entire vegan menu, the waiting staff at Spiceland always seem happy to take you through the intricacies of each dish, fully immersing you in India’s rich culture.

LYFBAR

A healthy, made-to-order delivery service, LYFBAR is unlike any of the other takeaway restaurants in Telford.

Offering freshly prepared, macronutrient-balanced comfort foods, their menu of burgers, burritos and perfectly cooked fries has no right being as good as it is, especially as they market themselves as a healthy alternative to fast food.

Indulge in all of your favourites without the associated feelings of guilt or regret with one of LYFBAR’s patented LYFBOXES.

Albion Inn

A popular gastropub in Telford, Albion Inn is particularly known for their excellent Sunday roasts.

Served out of their Old College Bistro, Albion Inn is your place for warm, home-cooked food and all sorts of real ales, ciders and lagers.

The pub also features a beer garden, offering scenic views of the surrounding Shropshire Plains, and a play area for kids – making Albion Inn the ideal spot for lunches out with the whole family.

Lightmoor's Italian

Located to the south of the town centre, Lightmoor's Italian is one of the best Italian restaurants in Telford thanks to its tailored menu and modestly priced food.

Serving staples such as pizza and pasta, as well as salads and meat dishes, you'll find a taste from around Italy that suits your needs on their menu, including their trademark tiramisu.

And when you're there, be sure to check out their weekly special if you fancy being more adventurous!

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Hickory's Smokehouse

There's a reason why Hickory's Smokehouse has restaurants all around the country, including Telford.

Their great selection of barbecue dishes, ranging from ribs to burgers to macaroni & cheese and loaded fries, will have you wishing you'd ordered less!

Located near Hangman's Pool in Priorslee, they also provide a great outdoor area where you can enjoy their food on sunny days, as well as a play area for the little ones.

Novello Lounge

A member of the famous Lounges, Novello is best suited to those with an appreciation for the quirkier things in life.

With its own eccentric and informal style, Novello’s unique aesthetic lends itself perfectly to your Instagram feed and its brunch menu isn’t half bad either.

It’s hard to say no to their pancakes, while their burgers, paninis and exciting range of desserts make it one of the best restaurants in Telford and quite simply unmissable if you find yourself visiting the town.

Vineyard Cantonese Restaurant

Since changing management, Vineyard Cantonese Restaurant has been lauded for its authentic menu, generous portion sizes and extensive vegetarian and vegan-friendly options.

Promising hot and fresh comfort food at a fair price, if you’re into your Chinese food, Vineyard comes highly recommended.

The Queens at Horton

Last but least on our list, The Queens at Horton is a beloved family run pub and hotel, fully enshrined within the community and playing host to many Sunday lunches and Christmas dinners over the years.

Sourcing their ingredients from reputable local suppliers has allowed them to serve up a menu of only the freshest and juiciest homemade burgers, as well as local British favourites like fish and chips, all at very reasonable prices.