If you’re looking for somewhere to eat to mark a special occasion – or you simply want to just to get out to meet a mate for a breakfast - then you’re not going to struggle.
Whether it’s Italian, French, Vietnamese, Indian grub, cafe food or smart or casual dining, there’s plenty to choose from.
Here we bring you some of the most recommended places around town, courtesy of reviews left by diners on Google. (All establishments have scored 4.5 or more with reviewers)
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5. The Smoke Pit - 11A The Ridings
The Smoke Pit is a smokehouse offering barbecue, burgers, steaks & mega sides all washed down with epic cocktails, craft beer and bourbon. Rated: 4.5 (1,742 reviews) Photo: The Smoke Pit

6. La Pazienza - 268 Wellingborough Rd
La Pazienza is an authentic Italian restaurant serving high quality food. Rated: 4.8 (433 reviews) Photo: La Pazienza - 268 Wellingborough Rd

7. Akasaka Northampton - 23 Castilian St
Experience incredible sushi in a beautiful, authentic Japanese restaurant located in Castilian Street. Rated: 4.6 (680 reviews) Photo: Akasaka Northampton

8. Oren Pho Vietnamese restaurant - 1 Gas Street
A Vietnamese restaurant, with function room, which caters for birthday parties and weddings. Rated: 4.5 (555 reviews) Photo: Oren Pho Vietnamese restaurant


