Marlow has plenty of places to eat, as shown in the listing below. We have given our personal views , and comments from the venues.
Suum
Vietnamese
Anglers Court, SL7 1DB
01628 471110
A brilliant restaurant tucked away in Angler Court Marlow, Suum serves Vietnamese food “prepared in traditional Vietnamese home-cook style”.
We have been impressed with every visit. The setting is great, food is really good – fresh, fragrant, packed with taste.
“All our aromatic and delicious dishes are prepared according to original recipes, just like the way a Vietnamese family cooks for each other at home.”
Lavvin
Mediterranean
40 West Street SL7 2NB
01628 769336
Styled as “Contemporary Mediterranean” cuisine, the grill is a central focus of the venue and food , but there is something for everyone, including burgers and pasta too. An independent restaurant, with obvious passion for great food and friendly service.
“A contemporary grill centric restaurant that focuses on the pinnacle of quality food, drink and service within a lush interior setting perfect for an exuberant dining experience.”
The George & Dragon
International
The Causeway, SL7 2AA
01628 337274
The George & Dragon is a stylish food-led pub on The Causeway that blends the feel of a smart country inn with a more polished dining offer than a typical local.
Its menus focus on seasonal dishes, steaks, Sunday roasts (with bottomless roast potatoes and Yorkshires!) and family-friendly options all part of the mix.
Sindu
Indian food from Atul Kochhar
The Compleat Angler SL7 1RG
01628 405405
One of two restaurants Atul Kochhar has in Marlow, Sindhu serves stunning food in the superb setting of the Compleat Angler hotel.
“The menus at Sindhu are inspired by Atul Kochhar’s love of traditional Indian cuisine, combined with his dedication to using the finest British ingredients. The result is a totally unique and innovative style of modern Indian cuisine.”
Giggling Squid
Thai
24 West St, SL7 2NB
01628 483047
Giggling Squid Marlow brings a lively, flavour-packed take on Thai dining to West Street, serving the kind of colourful, sharing-friendly food that works equally well for a casual lunch, relaxed dinner or group meal with friends.
The menu mixes familiar favourites such as Pad Thai and Thai curries with small plates, seafood, meat dishes and good vegan options, while the cosy timbered building gives it more character than a standard chain restaurant and helps create a warm, slightly tucked-away feel.
The Coach
Michelin starred Gastropub
West Street SL7 2LS
01628 401538
The Coach is Tom Kerridge’s one Michelin starred place in town – an informal setting, with amazing food and top staff.
“… a one Michelin-starred pub brought to you by the team behind The Hand and Flowers. Our aim is to offer a flexible, relaxed and accessible pub where everybody is welcome.”
La Cantina del Vino
Italian
6-7 Morris Place, SL7 1DF
01628 477885
La Cantina del Vino is a long-standing, family-run Italian restaurant in Marlow, known for a warm, welcoming atmosphere and a menu built around classic Italian favourites rather than anything overly formal or flashy.
Expect a mix of pasta, seafood, meat dishes and traditional desserts, all served in a characterful setting that feels a little more intimate and old-school than some of the bigger chain Italians, making it a good choice for relaxed lunches, easy evening meals and the sort of dinner where good food and a bottle of wine are very much part of the appeal.
Vaasu
Indian food from Atul Kochhar
2 Chapel St, SL7 1DD
01628 362274
Vaasu is Atul Kochhar’s second restaurant in Marlow – offering one of the best tasting menus we’ve ever tried!
“The approach to dining at Vaasu is simple – first class, friendly service and dishes packed with flavour. With a menu inspired by Atul’s native home and intrepid travels across India, every dish champions quality produce. We provide a warm welcome for friends, families, couples and groups.”
Ginger Wings
CHICKEN!!!!
77 High St, SL7 1AB
01628 873884
Ginger Wings brings a more playful, street-food style option to Marlow, specialising in bold, flavour-packed chicken wings and strips and other indulgent comfort-food dishes in a casual “diner” setting.
The flavour combinations are sensational, a real MyMarlow favourite! Dishes are available as wings, strips or cauliflowers- and in some cases as burgers. Lots of great potato and side dishes too.
The Ivy Marlow Garden
British/European/Asian
66 – 68 High Street SL7 1AH
01628 902777
It’s always a treat to visit the Ivy Marlow Garden.
“From modern British classics to Asian-inspired cuisine and fantastic vegan and vegetarian dishes, there’s something for everyone to love.
The main restaurant is a beautiful place to relax, with glamourous Art-Deco detail and a show-stopping onyx bar. Our scenic garden, meanwhile, offers an al fresco haven during the summer months.”
Brutus
Italian
13 Spittal St, SL7 3HJ
01628 319520
Brutus brings a more contemporary, design-led take on Italian dining to Spittal Street, with a strong focus on gourmet Neapolitan-style pizza, fresh pasta and a drinks offer that feels like part of the experience rather than an afterthought. Music is also at the heart of the restaurant- a clear passion of the owners.
The menu leans into high-quality Italian ingredients, seasonal combinations, while the atmosphere has a slightly more modern and stylish feel than a traditional Italian.
Piccolino
Italian/International
92-94 High Street SL7 1AQ
01628 488544
Piccolino Marlow brings a polished, contemporary take on Italian dining with a menu that mixes familiar comfort dishes and more indulgent options in a smart, stylish setting.
Expect classic starters such as bruschetta, arancini and calamari, followed by a broad choice of pasta, risotto, fresh pasta, Neapolitan-style pizzas, steaks, seafood and desserts, alongside cocktails and wines that make it as suitable for a relaxed lunch as an evening out. The restaurant also makes a feature of terrace dining, giving it a slightly more glamorous, occasion-friendly feel.
The Hand and Flowers
Two Michelin starred British
126 West Street, SL7 2BP
01628 482277
With two Michelin stars, it is the most famous dining venue in Marlow, and the first establishment set up by Tom Kerridge. Booking some way in advance will be required most of the time, although you can get lucky on the day with a set lunch in the bar area. Obviously not cheap, but incredible food and a fantastic experience!
“From the moment you arrive, we want you to have the ultimate Tom Kerridge experience; relaxed surroundings, welcoming staff and proper food which is unpretentious and massively bold in flavours.”
The Vanilla Pod
French inspired
31 West St, SL7 2LS
01628 898101
The Vanilla Pod is one of Marlow’s more refined dining options, offering an intimate, understated setting and a menu that leans towards modern European and French-inspired cooking.
It has built a strong reputation for polished, high-quality food, with options ranging from good-value set lunches to more special-occasion tasting menus, making it a popular choice for anniversaries, date nights and dinners that feel a little more special than the everyday. It is very much a “hidden gem”, much loved and highly recommended.
Megan’s
Mediterranean
21 High Street, SL7 1AU.
01628 278154
Megan’s brings a relaxed, all-day dining style, with a menu inspired by the eastern Mediterranean and plenty of brunch-to-dinner options in a warm, sociable setting.
Expect dishes that are a little brighter and more casual than a traditional restaurant menu, with shakshouka, grills, mezze-style flavours, cocktails and sharing-friendly plates all part of the appeal, while the dog-friendly, fairy-lit interiors and courtyard give it an easy-going feel that suits everything from laid-back brunches to informal evening meals.
Côte Brasserie
French
57 West St, Marlow SL7 2LS
01628 481459
Côte offers a polished but approachable brasserie-style take on French dining, making it a reliable choice for anything from breakfast and lunch to a more relaxed evening meal.
The menu centres on classic French-inspired dishes rather than anything too formal or fussy, with steaks, moules, croques, bistro favourites, desserts and a good wine list all part of the appeal, giving it a smart, dependable feel that works just as well for casual catch-ups as for slightly more special occasions.
Zizzi
Pizza & Pasta
76 High Street, SL7 1AQ
01628 890200
Zizzi Marlow offers a casual, family-friendly take on Italian dining, with a broad menu built around pizzas, fresh pasta and crowd-pleasing favourites in a cosy High Street setting.
It feels more informal than some of Marlow’s smarter Italian options, making it a dependable choice for easy lunches, family meals and relaxed dinners, while its small tucked-away garden adds a nice extra in warmer weather.