Diners' Choice: Best Service restaurants in Hertfordshire

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Updated 05 October 2026

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Gables Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (677)

£26 to £40

International

Hertford

About the restaurant

The Gables Restaurant is pleased to announce that we are now open!

The Gables Restaurant in Newgate Street Village is the social hub within the local community, we are conveniently located for Cuffley, Potters Bar, Hertford and Cheshunt offering fine dining with a range of Mediterranean cuisine.
Whether you’re celebrating with friends and family or planning a romantic dinner for two our relaxed atmosphere is sure to provide the perfect setting. We also offer seated and buffet style party functions in our cocktail bar area or for larger parties in our restaurant area.

Top review

Ramesh

Dined 4 days ago

Our favorite restaurant! Excellent dining experience as always with extremely warm and welcoming managers and staff. Food is always well prepared and presented! 5- Stars all the way! Thank you Gables!

The Red Cow

4.6

4.6 (156)

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

Royston

About the restaurant

If you’re looking for a warm welcome and a cosy atmosphere, look no further than The Red Cow – a delightful thatched country pub located in the charming village of Chrishall.

The Red Cow pub is now run by a Top 50 gastro food an award-winning chef, who brings a wealth of culinary expertise to the kitchen, having spent five years as Head Chef at the award winning pub The Hole In The Wall in Little Wilbraham, Cambridge before moving on to become Head Chef at The Elm Tree Inn, Elm, Cambridgeshire .

Niels reputation for creating immaculately presented and flavourful dishes helped both pubs to gain the most popular gastropubs in and around Cambridge.

Now, at The Red Cow, Niel and his team is committed to providing guests with exceptional food and warm hospitality in a beautiful setting. As an advocate of fresh produce, Neil is proud of his role at the Red Cow’s as a convivial host and endeavours to make our guests feel as welcome as possibly.

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Gillian

Dined on 18 Oct 2026

Enjoyed our Sunday lunch. My nut roast was absolutely delicious and all the vegetables were perfectly cooked. The pub and restaurant were very busy and the ambience was great and staff were very good and worked hard.

The Bank

4.6

4.6 (210)

£26 to £40

Indian

Rickmansworth

About the restaurant

Welcome to The Bank, where the artistry of Indian cuisine meets the elegance of fine dining. Nestled in the heart of Chorleywood, right next to the Chorleywood Station, The Bank is a gastronomic adventure that celebrates the timeless allure of Indian ingredients, where every meal is a celebration of flavour, culture, and unparalleled hospitality. Whether you’re looking for a quiet modern Indian meal at the restaurant, a hearty Indian brunch, a private dining room for intimate gatherings, a few quiet drinks in our ‘Meeting Room’, an evening to socialise with specially curated cocktails at the ‘Atrium’, or simply experience India through our journey of exquisite flavours, you name it, we will make it happen for you at THE BANK, Chorleywood.

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Gordon

Dined 5 days ago

The food was very good, the service equally so, the environment was very comfortable and it was good value for money. A true restaurant not somewhere just to go to get something to eat. We will return

Neelakash Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (362)

£25 and under

Indian

Ware

About the restaurant

Neelakash Tandoori is situated at 3 Amwell End in Ware, Neelakash Tandoori offers fantastic Tandoori food to eat in or take away.

Neelakash Tandoori is renowned in the area for its quality and presentation of freshly prepared Indian food, we achieve this by paying special attention to every fine detail in our menu and only using the very finest and freshest ingredients.

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NickGold

Dined 3 days ago

Really happy that the Thali is back on the menu, replacing the weekend buffet. We both had the meat Thali (they also do a veggie one), but you get to pick your lamb and chicken dishes. Plenty to eat and great quality / service as always.

Lussmanns - Harpenden

4.8

4.8 (2938)

£25 and under

Modern European

Harpenden

About the restaurant

Lussmanns Harpenden, in an 18th century former coach house overlooking Leyton Green, is the locals’ favourite sustainable restaurant. In the summer, guests can enjoy alfresco dining in the charming, walled garden while the characterful and cosy brick-built brasserie is ideal for winter meals. The regularly changing Modern European menu, available for as little as £20.95 for two courses, showcases the best of British ingredients, including organic and free-range meat, sustainably sourced fish and seasonal fruit and vegetables. Our first-floor private dining room is the ideal event venue for special occasions, family celebrations or business dinners.

Top review

Sandra

Dined 4 days ago

Beautiful pork with an apple and sage sauce. Followed by cheese and fantastic homemade oatcakes

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Experience

Christmas at Lussmanns

George IV

4.6

4.6 (1257)

£25 and under

Modern European

Hertford

About the restaurant

Nestled away in the picturesque Hertfordshire village of Great Amwell near Ware, The George IV's new Spring menu offers exceptional restaurant cuisine within a warm, friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Oliver and his Team serve a menu consisting of seasonal & fresh dishes for all to enjoy.

Top review

Tina

Dined 6 days ago

Service at George IV was excellent, from being greeted to wait staff. Food was very good indeed, innovative, beautifully presented & well cooked. We went for lunch. Chin beef with mash (best mash I’ve had in a long time), curly kale (unusual & interesting dressing) & carrot which was lovely & buttery, companion had Hake cassoulet which was also excellent. The interiors were well kept although perhaps a little spartan. I’d definitely recommend.

El Bar de Tapas

4.7

4.7 (1941)

£25 and under

Spanish

Stevenage

About the restaurant

Welcome to El Bar de Tapas!
We are a family run business in the heart of the historic Stevenage High Street; creating fantastic food by combining the finest imported products with sustainably sourced local produce.

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Gerry

Dined on 20 Oct 2026

Lovely relaxed atmosphere..great service..would definitely go back again...

Fox & Hounds Barley

4.8

4.8 (713)

£26 to £40

British

Barley

About the restaurant

Ranked 36th in the Good Food Guide’s Top 100 Pubs 2025, The Fox & Hounds Barley combines a 350-year heritage with a contemporary, ingredient-driven menu showcasing the best British suppliers. Expect thoughtful cooking, a welcoming atmosphere and a true destination dining experience in the heart of the Hertfordshire countryside.

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Adam

Dined 7 days ago

We had a fantastic evening at The Fox and Hounds in Barley for their steak night, priced at just £35 per person, including a bottle of house wine. What incredible value for such a wonderful dining experience! The food was absolutely impeccable 👌, the ambience was lovely, and the waitresses delivered truly first-class service throughout the evening. Every detail made us feel welcome and well looked after. In all honesty, the quality of the service here surpassed my recent experience at The Original Ivy in the West End, which says a lot! A huge compliment to the team at The Fox and Hounds for getting everything so right. Great food, a beautiful atmosphere, and outstanding hospitality. I had to walk over to the kitchen opening and compliment the chef We thoroughly enjoyed our evening and will definitely be back! ❤️ Highly recommended! 🌟

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Experience

Game & Wine Dinner with Cambridge Wine Royston

Dolce Caffè & Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (126)

£25 and under

French

Rickmansworth

About the restaurant

Since 2012, our family-run restaurant has delighted diners with a blend of French and Italian flavours. Founded by a chef trained at Le Cordon Bleu London and seasoned in renowned establishments, we offer a cozy café by day and refined dining by night.

Our daytime menu features options like poached eggs with avocado and Mediterranean shakshouka. In the evening, enjoy dishes such as Burrata al Bruschetta Pomodoro, French Onion Soup Gratinée, and the Dolce Fruits de Mer platter with black tiger prawns and langoustines. We also serve rich Venison Bourguignon, Black Angus steaks, and Spaghetti allo Scoglio di Mare, a spicy seafood pasta.

Join us on Sundays for our traditional roast or try our weekly Steak and Fish Nights. Complement your meal with wines, specialty lattes, and freshly made desserts.

Perfect for brunch or a memorable dinner, our restaurant offers a unique fusion of French-Italian cuisine and warm hospitality. Come celebrate with us.

Top review

Suzanne

Dined on 15 Oct 2026

Always nice to be able to order a light meal without feeling you should be ordering a mains of an evening. Very quiet, as we went early, and no pressure to leave when we'd finished our meal. Polite and not pushy service appreciated. Fish cakes are very good.

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