Diners' Choice: Great for creative cocktails restaurants in Staffordshire

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Updated 05 January 2025

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Duck Goose

4.8

4.8 (1134)

£26 to £40

Bistro

Leek

About the restaurant

Welcome to Duck Goose! *- Winners ‘Casual Dining Restaurant of the Year’ 22-23 & 23-24 - ENJOY STAFFORDSHIRE*

Nestled in the heart of the market town Leek, Staffordshire Moorlands.

Our professional kitchen brigade use seasonal and local food produce to create a familiar and flavourful lunch and dinner offering.

Our dining room is cosy and comfortable, décor highlighting charming original features of our historic building, with a fantastic view of the traditional bustling market town.

Dinner is a candle lit experience to create a perfectly relaxing atmosphere for yourself and your guests, with our attentive team looking after your every need.
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Chef Patron: Chris Gallagher

Top review

Nicholas

Dined on 21 Dec 2024

Really pleased with the service, food was really good, overall was a really pleasant experience which we will like to repeat.

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Popular dish

Duck Goose Burger

Popular dish

Truffle & Parmesan Fries

Popular dish

Sticky Toffee Christmas Pudding

Beauty and the Bistro

4.8

4.8 (39)

£26 to £40

English

Stoke-On-Trent

About the restaurant

The Bistro Quarter's restaurant and bar is located on the fringes of Newcastle-under-Lyme and Stoke on Trent in Staffordshire.

It strikes the perfect balance between exceptional dining and affordability. The interior-designed surroundings are modern, yet elegant, with an emphasis on a relaxed and friendly vibe. The menu and cocktail bar are designed to satisfy most tastes and combine classic British menus with a bistro-style serving.

The Executive Chef, Malk Walker, is proud of his two rosettes and takes pride in everything he does.

The Bistro is open from 6pm Wednesday - Thursday and from 8am for breakfast, lunch and dinner on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays or you can just pop in for a coffee and a pastry or a cocktail.

Sunday roasts are proving extremely popular - the stuffed Yorkshire puddings are to die for!

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Nikki

Dined 6 days ago

We had breakfast it was amazing. The venue is beautiful, the service was impeccable and food was excellent. I cannot wait to go for the evening menu.

Redmore Inn

4.6

4.6 (289)

£25 and under

Pub

Rugeley

About the restaurant

Soak up our friendly service and homely charm when nestled in the heart of Rugeley town. Here at the Redmore Inn, we are the perfect retreat to sit back, relax and indulge in our delicious food with your favourite drink in hand, whether it be a crisp pint of ale or a curious cocktail. Our traditional pub classics are expertly crafted from our seasonal menus and the bar is crammed with local ales and tipples to tempt any taste buds. Using the most seasonal ingredients and decadent flavours, there's a dish for every desire.

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Barbara

Dined on 1 Jan 2025

Excellent food great value for money and lovely helpful staff

Paparazzi Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (452)

£41 and over

Mediterranean

Tamworth

About the restaurant

Blossom themed ceiling with modern and contemporary elegance for an intimate ambiance, dimly lit floral decor for a relaxed atmosphere which will be an extravagant place for any special occasion.

Located in central Tamworth, the restaurant makes for an ideal spot to enjoy an accessible all-encompassing menu, serving Mediterranean food with a twist & handcrafted cocktails.

Entertainment Experience an enchanting night that comes to life as the evening progresses, making it a venue hard to leave.

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Zoha

Dined 1 day ago

. Such a lovely restaurant! All the staff are sooo attentive, even enzo ensuring we got amazing pictures! Came from Birmingham and definitively would come back again

The Lesters Arms

4.6

4.6 (220)

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

Brewood

About the restaurant

The Lesters Arms, led by Head Chef Phil Jones, offers a unique blend of traditional pub charm and high-quality, seasonal cuisine. Known for its fresh, locally sourced ingredients, the gastropub’s menu combines classic British dishes with modern twists. Jones emphasises the importance of quality and sustainability, saying, "We work closely with local farmers to deliver the best possible experience to our guests."

The pub’s warm, inviting atmosphere makes it perfect for both casual dining and special events, with a carefully curated wine list and an extensive selection of local ales. The Lesters Arms is committed to sustainability, reducing its environmental impact while supporting the local community.

Guests rave about the exceptional food and inviting setting, making The Lesters Arms a must-visit destination for food lovers. Whether for a quick bite or a special occasion, it promises a memorable experience every time.
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Terry

Dined on 2 Jan 2025

Our first visit to the Lesters Arms and couldn’t fault it. Great food, good selection on the menu and all staff were pleasant. Will be visiting again.

Lunar

4.5

4.5 (301)

£26 to £40

British

Stafford

About the restaurant

Awarded Best Independent Restaurant in Staffordshire 2023 & 2 AA Rosettes in 2024; Lunar is a modern dining experience that focuses on quality at the historic & luxurious site of World of Wedgwood, Staffordshire.

A Bar & Brasserie themed to celebrate the past, present and the future right in the creative county of Staffordshire. Lunar serves great quality and is a beautiful experiential venue housing an abundance of artwork curated by local gallery, Barewall of Burslem, Stoke on Trent.

All food and beverages are served on Wedgwood tableware and Waterford crystal glassware offering a truly unique and quality experience.

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Richard

Dined 5 days ago

My first visit to Lunar - lunch to celebrate my partner's birthday. Was I happy with the experience? Totally, I've just booked a dinner date in June to celebrate our anniversary.

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Experience

Two-Courses for £24

The Star at Cotton

4.5

4.5 (51)

£25 and under

Afternoon Tea

Cotton

About the restaurant

Discover The Star at Cotton in Staffordshire, where we serve fresh, locally sourced food and craft exquisite cocktails. Join us for a delightful dining experience in a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. Perfect for food lovers and cocktail enthusiasts.

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Charlotte

Dined 1 day ago

Lovely food, fabulous service. We had a great time! Thank you!

Zaazu Restaurant

4.4

4.4 (903)

£26 to £40

Indian

Tamworth

About the restaurant

Situated in Dordon, just outside the historic market town of Tamworth, Simla is simply one of the most stunning Indian Restaurants in the Midlands today. Simla is much more than just an independent Indian restaurant; it’s a wonderful exotic culinary experience serving only the finest traditional and fusion Indian cuisine. Formerly Cafe Simla,

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Mark

Dined 6 days ago

Can't fault the staff food or ambience definitely be back and the entertainment they have on looks amazing, all in all we really enjoyed it

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Popular dish

Tandoor Palak Paneer

La Villa Verde

4.4

4.4 (507)

£25 and under

Italian

Stoke-On-Trent

About the restaurant

“To bring you the taste we love, we source our fresh ingredients from Italy and carefully prepare it for a unique dinning experience🍝”

Top review

Natalie

Dined on 28 Dec 2024

Amazing food and the staff we so friendly and welcoming will defo be returning

Toluca Mexican Bar & Grill

4.2

4.2 (34)

£25 and under

Mexican

Lichfield

About the restaurant

Toluca is based in the heart of Lichfield City Centre. Bringing a contemporary and friendly environment for you to get the taste of Mexico at your door step.

Offering freshly made Mexican meals, street food and tapas from our new state of the art kitchen, we also offer a full takeaway service.

Offering a wide range of cocktails, beers and many other drinks for you to enjoy with your food, or just on their own in our bar area.

We are based in City Arcade just a short walk from Bird street and off Market street. With many car parks around, a taxi rank situated at the end of the arcade and both bus and train stations a short walk away we are easily accessible.

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ian

Dined on 27 Dec 2024

Great first visit, certainly underestimated the amount of food! Live vocalist was a nice bonus, we will definitely be going again

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