Places to Eat in Glastonbury & Somerset
Visiting the area or looking for new places to eat near Glastonbury? Somerset is a foodie’s paradise, with farm shop cafés, pubs and restaurants galore. We think our award-winning Middlewick Café is among the best in the South West. To help you plan your visit to the area, we’ve included some of our other favourite West Country dining spots below.
The Middlewick Café
Looking for the best places to eat out in Glastonbury? Discover The Middlewick, a must-visit destination for lovers of fresh, local Somerset food. Our Café and Farm Shop in Glastonbury attracts visitors from near and far, offering stunning views of Glastonbury Tor and the Mendip Hills alongside freshly brewed coffee and vibrant, homemade dishes made with locally sourced ingredients. Whether you’re after a leisurely lunch, a scenic coffee stop, or the perfect spot for breakfast in Glastonbury, The Middlewick Café is the place to be.
Contemporary Brunch & Lunch with Daily Specials
A country cafe with a sophisticated twist
Rooted in West Country flavour, our menu celebrates local meats and organic greens sourced from local Somerset neighbours. Led by Head Chef Elliott Leigh, our kitchen team crafts a brand-new seasonal café menu for each of the eight festivals of the Wheel of the Year, drawing on Glastonbury’s rich pagan heritage to bring you dishes that truly reflect the season. Expect thoughtfully created local classics with global inspiration, open 7 days a week, with vegan and gluten-free options available as standard. The Middlewick Café is proud to welcome dogs too.
Cuisine
Modern British farm-to-table dining, inspired by the Wheel of the Year and Glastonbury’s spiritual heritage
Perfect for
Guests staying at Middlewick Holiday Cottages, dog owners, families, couples, solo diners, coffee dates, celebrations, cyclists, walkers, and groups of all sizes
Places to Eat Near Glastonbury
The Middlewick offers a tranquil base from which to taste the very best of the region. Glastonbury and the surrounding areas offer some truly outstanding restaurants, pubs and cafés. Here are some of our favourites.
3 miles from middlewick
Queen of Cups
Unmissable Middle Eastern restaurant housed in an intimate 17th‑century inn. Chef Ayesha Kalaji draws on her Jordanian heritage, Welsh upbringing, and on West Country produce to create inventive sharing plates in a casual, warm atmosphere. Booking essential.
Cuisine
Middle Eastern
Perfect for
Adventurous diners seeking a local gem
3 miles from middlewick
Knight's Fish & Chips
Crowned National Fish and Chip Awards Restaurant of the Year in 2024, Knight’s has been a constant of the Glastonbury high street for over a century. You can order online, take away, or dine in. And yes, they deliver to Middlewick. Open 7 days a week, with a range of portion sizes and gluten free options.
Cuisine
British
Perfect for
Guests looking for classic British food
3 miles from middlewick
Gigi's
Established in 1987, Gigi’s serves traditional Italian dishes in the heart of Glastonbury. You can even call ahead to pick up a pizza on the way to your Middlewick accommodation. A favourite of our regulars, Gigi’s can accommodate larger groups. Booking advised.
Cuisine
Italian
Perfect for
Pizza lovers
4 miles from middlewick
Indian Ocean
A short drive from Middlewick on the main road to Wells, Indian Ocean offers great flavours and service in a countryside location. There’s a spacious restaurant making Indian Ocean ideal for large get-togethers, with takeaway also available.
Cuisine
Indian
Perfect for
Guests who love tasty food – and lots of it
5 miles from middlewick
Thai Elephant
Delicious food with vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options. We love the friendly service. Thai Elephant can deliver to The Middlewick but their takeaway service is usually in-demand and a short drive or taxi ride to the restaurant is well worth the trip. We recommend eating-in if you can.
Cuisine
Thai
Perfect for
Late arrivals who appreciate friendly service
6 miles from middlewick
Root
Root consistently wows diners with their outstanding food, service, wine and cocktails. Expect small plates for sharing with an emphasis on vegetables, although meat and fish dishes are available.
Cuisine
Plant-rich
Perfect for
Die-hard foodies who want to soak up the beauty and atmosphere of nearby Wells
5 miles from middlewick
The Sheppey
A relaxed riverside country pub in Godney serving modern British food with an eclectic mix of international influences. It’s known for its informal atmosphere, characterful setting and varied menu, making it a good choice for everything from casual meals to drinks with friends.
Cuisine
British
Perfect for
Relaxed pub dining
22 miles from middlewick
HOLM
HOLM is a contemporary restaurant in South Petherton, set in a beautifully converted former bank. Its seasonal menus celebrate Somerset produce, with a focus on provenance, sustainability and thoughtful cooking in a relaxed, refined setting.
Cuisine
Contemporary British
Perfect for
Seasonal, local produce
20 miles from middlewick
Osip
Osip is a Michelin-starred, farm-to-table restaurant in the Somerset countryside, led by chef Merlin Labron-Johnson. Its tasting menus showcase highly seasonal produce grown on its own farms or sourced from nearby producers, with a strong focus on thoughtful, refined cooking.
Cuisine
Farm-to-table
Perfect for
Food lovers looking for a extra special experience
10 miles from middlewick
The Red Lion
Red Lion Babcary is a traditional thatched country pub with an award-winning restaurant, combining seasonal, locally sourced ingredients with modern gastro-pub dishes and classic pub favourites. There’s also wood-fired pizza at selected times during the summer, plus a cosy, relaxed setting with a proper country-pub feel.
Cuisine
Modern British
Perfect for
A relaxed country pub meal, Sunday lunch or cosy dinner
6 miles from middlewick
The Crown
The Crown is a characterful village pub in Pilton serving comforting Somerset produce alongside British pub classics and smokehouse dishes. The menu changes with the seasons, with local meat, fish and vegetables at its heart, as well as regular specials and Sunday roasts.
Cuisine
Modern British
Perfect for
A local country-pub meal
10 miles from middlewick
Alfredos
Alfredo’s is a stylish Italian restaurant, bakery and deli in the heart of Somerton, combining Italian cooking with the best of Somerset produce. Expect handmade pasta, wood-fired pizzas and Venetian-inspired sharing plates, alongside Italian wines and a relaxed, lively atmosphere.
Cuisine
Italian
Perfect for
A lively Italian special treat
Ways to Eat at The Middlewick
Retreat Food
Interested in running your own group stay or retreat? We can provide breakfast, lunch and evening meals for your group. Experienced in catering for special dietary requirements, we create delicious options for everyone.
Pop-Up Events
Pizza nights, Sabbat Dinners and Christmas Parties are just some of the evening events we host at our Café-Restaurant. Our chefs love to create new dishes. Subscribe to stay up-to-date with what’s on at The Middlewick.
Our Facilities at The Middlewick
Swimming
Pool
Swimming Pool and Steam Room
Glastonbury
Spa
Our on-site Country Spa
High-Speed
Wi-Fi
In all accommodation
EV Charging Points
Recharge your car whilst you recharge
Gardens & Paddocks
Explore our 16 acres of gardens and orchards
Dog Friendly
A selection of our cottages are dog-friendly