09 February 2026
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With an array of news, including the latest MICHELIN Stars and Green Stars, having been announced at The MICHELIN Guide Ceremony in Dublin, it's worth zooming in to focus on this year’s new Bib Gourmands – our award for good food at a great price.
Dining out is one of life’s great pleasures, but it can be an expensive business at times. That’s why our Bib Gourmand restaurants are so valuable. These are the restaurants where generosity is the order of the day, providing tremendous value for money without skimping on flavour. It is a genuine delight, therefore, to announce that this year there are 37 new Bib Gourmands in The MICHELIN Guide Great Britain & Ireland 2026. Discover them all in more detail, plus the full list of Bib Gourmand restaurants, below.
Republic of Ireland
BIGFAN, Dublin
Asian, ChineseAt BIGFAN, you order by ticking dishes on a sheet of paper, and as they’re all so enticing, you’ll have a hard time not ticking every single one. The Chinese and Taiwanese sharing plates include a range of jiaozi (dumplings) and xiao chi (short eats), plus a choice of bao buns – including the lip-smackingly delicious wu ya bao filled with tender pulled beef.
BORGO, Dublin
ItalianOne of multiple new Italian Bib Gourmands for 2026, BORGO aims to replicate the traditional osteria, where the focus is on an informal vibe and accessible pricing. It has succeeded in its mission with aplomb, providing all the simple, ingredient-led joys of Italian cooking in dishes like hake with confit datterini tomatoes, borlotti beans and aqua pazza. It’s popular with locals, so expect an electric atmosphere.
Forêt, Dublin
FrenchThe sister restaurant to newly MICHELIN-Starred Forest Avenue, this rustic little bistro is hidden above the M. O’Brien’s pub. Despite its quintessentially Dublin location, it wouldn’t feel out of place on the streets of Montmartre. Expect authentic, comforting dishes like pâté de campagne and coq au vin, all ably executed by a skilled kitchen team. Don’t miss the saucisson sec snack to start.
Farmgate Lismore, Lismore
Traditional CuisineOffering more of the kind of fuss-free, produce-led cooking that’s been making a resurgence in recent years, Farmgate Lismore is a converted former pub where the warm, friendly team and comforting dishes will make you wish you lived up the road. The lamb’s liver and bacon perfectly encapsulates the kitchen’s talent for showing off quality produce.
Northern Ireland
Beau, Belfast
Modern CuisineComing from the same owner as EDŌ, a fellow Belfast Bib Gourmand, it’s perhaps no surprise that Beau is such a buzzy, affordably priced spot. Our Inspectors enjoyed the simplicity and pure natural flavours of dishes like the langoustine scampi with sauce gribiche and the courgette with ricotta and basil, which really showed off the quality of the vegetable itself.
Wales
The Gaff, Abergavenny
Modern CuisineTucked away in the heart of Abergavenny, with a lovely courtyard for the summer, The Gaff is a great place to find the delicious tastes of the season. There are plenty of punchy flavours packed into each wallet-friendly dish, with sharing the best way to get great value for money and try as much as possible. Make sure you get some bread to start, as it’s a real highlight.
Purple Poppadom, Cardiff
IndianThe Bib Gourmand for Purple Poppadom is brilliant news for lovers of Indian food in Wales. The interior design is, unsurprisingly, purple, providing an eye-catching backdrop for the carefully cooked dishes with impressive depth of flavour. The extensive menu mixes well-loved classics with the chef’s bespoke creations.
Scotland
Mara, Aberdeen
Modern CuisineA true gem of the Aberdeen dining scene, Mara offers a sumptuous taste of Italy. Alongside a 100% Italian wine list (there’s a bottle shop here too), the menu features the likes of parmesan gnocchi with black garlic and truffle, smoked aubergine pizzette, and of course the signature ‘Mara-ncini’ with a beautiful golden crust and moreish cheesy filling.
Angeethi by Sagar Massey, Cardonald
IndianThis well-run Indian operation from the titular chef is a resolutely simple place, but with food that will have you coming back time and again. Situated a little outside Glasgow, the dining room is pared-back and the focus is on the classic dishes from across the Indian regions, that deliver all the expected flavours with great skill, using quality ingredients.
Sebb’s, Glasgow
World CuisineThe latest venture from Scoop Restaurants – who already have Bib Gourmands for Ox and Finch, Margo and Ka Pao – Sebb’s is a subterranean restaurant and bar where inspiration comes from across the globe and the flavours are all the more invigorating as a result. Sebb’s is also the recipient of this year's Exceptional Cocktails Award and is the kind of place where the drinks are as enticing as the food.
The Clarence, Glasgow
Modern BritishGlasgow’s second new Bib Gourmand for 2026 is this bar and brasserie from the team behind Cail Bruich. The boldly flavoured dishes spotlight prime Scottish produce – be it monkfish tail, tuna loin or Barnsley chop – and much of it is cooked over fire. There’s generosity in the portions and the pricing, especially if you go for one of the set menus.
Channel Islands
Alba, St Peter Port
Modern CuisineA jewel of the Guernsey dining scene, Alba’s initial appeal is obvious – thanks to its gorgeous location inside a former butcher’s hall within a converted market building, packed with period character. The cooking lives up to the setting with a range of globally inspired, vibrantly flavoured dishes, such as courgette tempura dusted with paprika and served with tzatziki and a little punchy XO sauce.
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England
Norman’s Neighbourhood Kitchen, Kirkburton
Mediterranean Cuisine, Asian InfluencesIf you live or find yourself near Huddersfield, then a diversion to the village of Kirkburton is a must to visit this wonderful little bistro. With the word ‘neighbourhood’ in its name, it’s no surprise that Norman’s provides a warm, cosy environment for its regulars to enjoy the well-priced sharing plates. The menu’s influences travel the world, from Scotland to Japan via Kashmir.
Almanac, Glossop
Seasonal Cuisine, Traditional BritishOne of three new Bib Gourmands in and around Manchester this year, Almanac has revealed itself as a gem of Glossop High Street. Operating as both a bar and restaurant – look out for the concise but well-curated wine list – it’s got the kind of welcoming feel that makes you want to come back again and again. The cooking is traditional and proud of it; order the mince on dripping toast for evidence.
Erst, Manchester
British ContemporaryA restaurant that feels inch perfect for 2026, Erst combines a natural wine bar with small plates and stripped-back industrial design. It’s a great fit for the Manchester dining scene and is another success for the city after receiving several other accolades in recent years. Bold flavours burst out of every dish, with the signature topped flatbreads being just one highlight.
Cantaloupe, Stockport
Modern CuisineAnother wine bar and restaurant designed for sharing – anyone living in northwest England is certainly spoilt for choice. It’s Stockport’s turn this time, with Cantaloupe offering locals and visitors alike a daily changing menu packed with bright Mediterranean flavours and a welcome simplicity. The chefs know when to hold back and their dishes are all the better for it.
Piccalilli, Nottingham
Modern BritishUtilising the small-plates format beloved of so many restaurants in 2026, Piccalilli offers great value for money in its range of straightforward dishes showing off time-honoured flavour combinations. Our Inspectors loved the smoked beetroot with walnuts, for instance, a classic that didn’t reinvent the wheel but was executed beautifully. A new gem for the Nottingham restaurant scene.
The Yurt at Nicholsons, North Aston
Modern BritishAs the name would suggest, this delightful eatery is located inside a yurt at the Nicholsons Nursery – where some of the menu’s ingredients are grown. There’s a back-to-nature feel to the place, which you’ll quickly buy into thanks to the charming enthusiasm of the team. The dishes are packed with the bold, natural flavours of the ingredients and both the pricing and the portions are generous.
The Oarsman, Marlow
British ContemporaryWith its attractive brick-and-timber exterior, The Oarsman certainly looks the part of a market town dining pub – and thankfully its cooking delivers on the promise. Dishes like the Basque cheesecake dessert with crumble and raspberries highlight the careful execution of the chefs, extracting clean, distinct flavours from their ingredients.
Gina, Chingford
Traditional BritishThe first restaurant from celebrity chef and cookbook writer Ravneet Gill and her husband, Mattie Taiano, Gina is a likeable neighbourhood spot on the edge of London. With a menu akin to that of a modern-day chop house, the focus here is on prime cuts of meat changing daily and chalked up on the blackboard. They are all grilled with skill, such as onglet with a lovely charred exterior.
Shwen Shwen, Sevenoaks
AfricanAn explosion of vivid colours and bold flavours, Shwen Shwen has brought the flavours of Sierra Leone to the streets of Kent with aplomb, becoming our Opening of the Year in the process. Inside the brightly decorated, warmly run restaurant, the team offer well-executed dishes that are perfect for sharing. Our Inspectors singled out the spatchcock poussin with a palm butter sauce that provided an invigorating kick.
Jai Ho, Bishop’s Cleeve
IndianOffering bright, fresh versions of Indian street food, Jai Ho is another success from the team behind Prithvi and Bhoomi Kitchen in nearby Cheltenham. The Inspectors were impressed with the well-balanced spicing and bountiful flavours in every dish, be it chicken skewers cooked on the charcoal grill or the regularly changing house biryani.
Post, Newnham
Seasonal CuisineSimplicity is often at the heart of a great Bib Gourmand restaurant, and that’s certainly the case at Post. A proudly run place, it’s completely lacking in pretension in both the informal service and the pared-back cooking. With good ingredients and strong classical technique, the chefs clearly know how to maximise flavour.
RAGÙ, Bristol
ItalianAnother success story for the Bristol foodie hub of Wapping Wharf – consisting of converted shipping containers – this 2025 opening from the team behind COR offers the pure joy of classic Italian cooking in simple surroundings. The pasta dishes and the creative tiramisu are wonderful, and the meal starts strong with the moreish focaccia containing whole cloves of confit garlic.
Counter Culture, Newquay
Sharing, EuropeanInspired by the pintxos bars of San Sebastián, this lively restaurant offers an intriguing and satisfying mix of Spanish and British sharing plates. Cornish produce, especially seafood, is understandably the bedrock of the dishes, such as whole mackerel with beetroot. Operating partly as a simply styled restaurant and partly as a bar, there’s a great atmosphere to the place, enhanced by friendly service.
London
Calong, Stoke Newington
KoreanOne of two new Bib Gourmands highlighting the rise of Korean cuisine in London, Calong is the brainchild of Chef Joo Won. He offers an intriguing and rewarding marriage of classical European techniques, honed during his time as chef of Galvin at Windows, and subtle Korean flavours reflecting his own heritage. The result is satisfyingly flavoured dishes with a sensible price tag.
Oren, Dalston
Mediterranean Cuisine, Middle EasternAnother great spot in East London, Oren is the kind of place you’re guaranteed to leave with a smile on your face. Free from frills but full of fun, the lively atmosphere is complemented by a sharing-inclined menu of Eastern Mediterranean dishes that pack in plenty of flavour – like the juicy chicken skewers enlivened by zesty dried lime.
Cadet, Islington
Modern British, Mediterranean CuisineIt doesn’t take long after arriving at Cadet to see the influence of its three owners, two of whom are wine importers and the other a charcutier. Along with a shop selling both charcuterie and wine, the Thursday-Sunday restaurant features such meaty marvels as beef tartare, rillettes with cornichons, and ham and parsley terrine. The wine list is packed with interesting choices.
Goodbye Horses, Islington
Traditional BritishThis wonderfully named restaurant, located in the tiny neighbourhood of De Beauvoir Town, is a place that feels very much of the moment. The cool, relaxed vibe, the charming service and the natural-leaning wine list all help to explain why it’s such a popular place – as do the seasonal British dishes that come with a wonderful freshness, vitality and sensible price tag.
Singburi, Shoreditch
ThaiHaving garnered a substantial word-of-mouth following in its original Leytonstone location, this loveable Thai restaurant hit the ground running in its new Shoreditch premises. It’s easy to see why the place is so popular, with lip-smacking dishes full of bold flavours and warming spices. Our Inspectors loved the smoked pork belly Panang.
Canteen, Notting Hill
ItalianComing from the team behind fellow Bib Gourmands The Hero and The Pelican, it’s no surprise that Canteen is such a delight. Focusing on the ingredient-led philosophy of Italian cuisine, the chefs deliver the kind of dishes that are so easy to eat and so full of bright, fresh flavours that you’ll want to order them all twice. The homemade pasta is a particular highlight.
Café Spice Namasté, Royal Albert Dock
IndianA long-standing member of London’s Indian dining scene, Cyrus and Pervin Todiwala’s restaurant certainly rewards the journey to this part of town. There’s so much great value to be found among the extensive menu, such as in the Goan pork vindaloo, which combines meltingly soft meat pickled in wine vinegar and garlic with an intense, deeply flavoured sauce you’ll be thinking about for days.
Akara, Borough Market
African, BrazilianThe younger sibling to MICHELIN-Starred Akoko from owner Aji Akokomi, Akara makes up part of Borough Market’s heady mix of global flavours. Named after its signature dish – a black-eyed pea fritter served with various toppings – Akara combines influences from both West Africa and Brazil. Delightful service and spot-on balancing of flavours ensure the whole experience is a joy.
Lai Rai, Peckham
VietnameseOne of two new Bib Gourmands in Peckham, both offering Southeast Asian cuisine, Lai Rai takes you on a trip to Vietnam with its invigorating dishes that draw plenty of flavour from both the well-judged spicing and the natural flavours of the ingredients. Don’t miss out on the prawn lollies, which are so moreish you’ll quickly be ordering a second round.
Kruk, Peckham
ThaiSpecialising in bold, bright, Thai-inspired dishes, Kruk is an authentically bustling spot that aims to replicate not just the flavours of Thailand but also the fun, informal feel of its restaurants. The dishes have all the vibrancy you would expect, with the kitchen’s knack for balancing flavours particularly impressing our Inspectors.
Tamila, Clapham
IndianAnother new Indian Bib Gourmand this year, Tamila will quickly become a go-to spot for South Londoners thanks to its skilfully cooked, appealingly priced dishes. The high-quality produce and beautiful spicing in the curries is a particular highlight, with the Inspectors picking out the Thanjavur chicken curry as a must-order treat.
ssam ssam, Wimbledon
KoreanAnother Korean eatery that now has a Bib Gourmand, ssam ssam is sure to become a neighbourhood favourite for the residents of Wimbledon. You can feel the love and pride poured into every detail of this family-run restaurant, where the bansang dishes in particular offer exceptional value for money – along with bags of flavour. Look out for the tables with their own barbecue for extra fun.
Full List of Bib Gourmands 2026
- AGORA, London
- Akara, London – New
- Alba, St Peter Port – New
- Aldridge Lodge, Duncannon
- Almanac, Glossop – New
- Amy Austin, Dublin
- Andria, Dartmouth
- Angeethi by Sagar Massey, Cardonald – New
- Ardfern, Leith
- argoe, Newlyn
- Artusi, London
- Baba'de, Baltimore
- Bancone, London
- Bavette, Horsforth
- Beau, Belfast – New
- Beckford Bottle Shop, Bath
- Berenjak, London
- BIGFAN, Dublin – New
- BORGO, Dublin – New
- BOX-E, Bristol
- Briar, Bruton
- Brutto, London
- Burnt Orange, Brighton and Hove
- Cadet, London – New
- Café Spice Namasté, London – New
- Calong, London – New
- Cantaloupe, Stockport – New
- Canteen, London – New
- Charlton Arms, Ludlow
- Cin Cin, Brighton and Hove
- COR, Bristol
- Counter Culture, Newquay – New
- Courthouse, Carrickmacross
- daróg, Galway
- Dastaan, Ewell
- Deanes at Queens, Belfast
- Dill, Lewes
- Donia, London
- Duncombe Arms, Ellastone
- EDŌ, Belfast
- El Gato Negro, Manchester
- Elsa, London
- Emilia, Ashburton
- Empire Empire, London
- Engine Social Dining, Sowerby Bridge
- Erst, Manchester – New
- Everett's, Waterford
- Farang, London
- Farmgate Lismore, Lismore – New
- Fish Shop, Ballater
- Forêt, Dublin – New
- GaGa, Glasgow
- Galvin Green Man, Howe Street
- Gina, Chingford – New
- Goat On The Roof, Newbury
- Goldie, Cork
- Goodbye Horses, London – New
- Gunpowder Spitalfields, London
- Hare & Hounds, Aberthin
- Heathcock, Cardiff
- Higher Ground, Manchester
- Hitchen's Barn, Oakham
- Home, Belfast
- Hoppers, London
- Horse & Groom, Bourton-on-the Hill
- Ibérico World Tapas, Nottingham
- Ichigo Ichie Bistro & Natural Wine, Cork
- Imad's Syrian Kitchen, London
- Jai Ho, Bishop's Cleeve – New
- Josephine Bouchon, London
- Ka Pao, Glasgow
- Kilberry Inn, Kilberry
- Kiln, London
- Kolae, London
- Kricket, London
- Kruk, London – New
- Kushi-Ya, Nottingham
- Lai Rai, London – New
- Legare, London
- Les 2 Garçons, London
- Little Hollows Pasta, Bristol
- Mambow, London
- manteca, London
- Mara, Aberdeen – New
- Margo, Glasgow
- Marmo, Bristol
- Miga, London
- Mignonette, London
- Morchella, London
- mrDeanes, Belfast
- Noble, Holywood
- Norman's Neighbourhood Kitchen, Kirkburton – New
- North Street Kitchen, Fowey
- Noto, Edinburgh
- Oren, London – New
- OTHER, Bristol
- Ox and Finch, Glasgow
- Padella, London
- Palmito, Brighton and Hove
- Palomar, London
- Peacock Inn, Chelsworth
- Piccalilli, Nottingham – New
- Plaquemine Lock, London
- Plaza Khao Gaeng, London
- Post, Newnham – New
- Prashad, Drighlington
- Primeur, London
- Provender, London
- Pulpo Negro, New Alresford
- Purple Poppadom, Cardiff – New
- Pythouse Kitchen Garden, Tisbury
- Queen of Cups, Glastonbury
- RAGÙ, Bristol – New
- Richmond, Dublin
- Rick Stein's Café, Padstow
- Riverine Rabbit, Birmingham
- Root, Bristol
- Root Wells, Wells
- Saint Francis Provisions, Kinsal
- Sardine Factory, Looe
- Sargasso, Margate
- Sculthorpe Mill, Sculthorpe
- Sebb's, Glasgow – New
- Sha-Roe Bistro, Clonegall
- Shwen Shwen, Sevenoaks – New
- Singburi, London – New
- Skosh, York
- Skua, Edinburgh
- Smokestak, London
- Solas, Dingle
- Spitalfields, Dublin
- ssam ssam, London – New
- St. JOHN Bread and Wine, London
- Tamila, London – New
- The Barbary, London
- The Blaise Inn, Bristol
- The Broad Chare, Newcastle Upon Tyne
- The Chequers, Bath
- The Clarence, Glasgow – New
- The Cornish Arms, Tavistock
- The Flint House, Brighton and Hove
- The Gaff, Abergavenny – New
- The Gunton Arms, Thorpe Market
- The Hero, London
- The Inn at Welland, Welland
- The Loch & The Tyne, Old Windsor
- The Oarsman, Marlow – New
- The Pelican, London
- The Reindeer, Hoveringham
- The Royal, St Leonards on Sea
- THE SCHELLY, Ambleside
- The Scran & Scallie, Edinburgh
- The Six Bells, Witham on The Hill
- The Spärrows, Manchester
- The Three Horseshoes, Fordham
- The Wildebeest, Stoke Holy Cross
- The Yurt at Nicholsons, North Aston – New
- Three Oaks, Gerrards Cross
- Thyme, Athlone
- tipo, Edinburgh
- Touring Club, Penarth
- Tropea, Birmingham
- Twelve, Thornton
- Uno Mas, Dublin
- Upstairs (at Trinity), London
- Westerns Laundry, London
- Wine & Brine, Moira
- Yr Hen Printworks, Cardigan
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Hero Image: Oren, one of the new Bib Gourmands in The MICHELIN Guide Great Britain & Ireland 2026. © Benjamin McMahon/Oren
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