7 of the Best Restaurants in Huddersfield

Searching for the best restaurants in Huddersfield? There is a well-known phrase that says ‘the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach’, and this is definitely the case in God’s Own County. We are privileged in Yorkshire to have a wide variety of culinary wonders to choose from and the town of Huddersfield is no exception, offering a broad range of excellent eateries.

Huddersfield is a former mill town with a rich history and some beautiful examples of 19th Century architecture, and it has evolved to embrace a modern approach to good food. Allow us now to introduce you to some of the best restaurants in Huddersfield and discuss the crème de la crème that this former mill town has to offer.

Written by Megan Rolling

The Manor House Lindley

The Manor House Lindley

British Afternoon Tea Fine Dining Lunch Coffee Hotel Restaurant Huddersfield Brunch

Set in the suburbs of Huddersfield, this superb Grade II listed building offers 11 individually designed bedrooms that provide elegance and comfort. With two restaurants and three bars to choose from and ample space for events, this venue demands a certain level of formality, but in a relaxed and friendly environment.

With its stunning period features, delicate china and dazzling glassware, there really is a no finer place in Huddersfield to enjoy the quintessentially British tradition of Afternoon Tea than the Manor House’s Clock Tower Lounge. The Kitchen Bistro offers a more relaxed place to dine with brunch, all-day classics, coffee and cake.



By night expect an impressive fine dining menu, together with a selection of handpicked wines in their Lantern Room Restaurant.

1 Lidget Street Huddersfield, HD3 3JB – 01484 504000

The Rusty Bull

The Rusty Bull

Breakfast Lunch Cafe Bistro Sunday Lunch Farm Shop British Huddersfield

Set on the grounds of Hinchliffe’s Farm, Britain’s oldest farm shop, this unassuming restaurant showcases the best fresh produce that Huddersfield has to offer. From the traditional English Breakfast and delicious lunchtime treats to their refined evening menu, featuring quality British meat and fish.

In the evening, expect some of Yorkshire’s finest beers and wines, all served with a cosy, painted backdrop. With idyllic views of Castle Hill and the Holme Valley to look out on while dining, no environment is more relaxing.

Netherton Moor Road, Netherton, HD4 7LE – 01484 668949

315 Bar and Restaurant

315 Bar and Restaurant

Fine Dining Restaurant Hotel Huddersfield British Afternoon Tea

Now, here is a restaurant that epitomises luxury. From afternoon teas fit for a queen and a dining menu showcasing the best of British cuisine, what’s not to like.

As if sitting in their elegant dining room wasn’t enough, your palette will be treated to a feast for the senses, with locally sourced produce and several fine wines.

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The cherry on the top of this restaurant is that it offers luxurious accommodation with breath-taking views and an on-site spa, allowing you to really indulge in some ‘me time’. The list of contenders for the best restaurant in Huddersfield just keeps getting tighter and tighter.

Lepton, HD8 0LX – 01484 602613

Punch Bar and Restaurant

Punch Bar and Restaurant

Spanish Tapas Restaurant Huddersfield

Hola! Que Tal? Eating at Punch transports your mind and tastebuds to Spain. With authentic tiled décor, ice-cold beers on tap, and mouth-watering tapas-style delights. This is definitely one of the best restaurants in Huddersfield if you’re looking for a taste of the continent.

Punch hasn’t got the pool or the weather, but the village of Honley is vibrant and Punch provides the perfect dining destination. Punch has managed to create the perfect balance of using genuine Spanish ingredients in their dishes, alongside produce sourced locally.

11 Westgate, Honley, Holmfirth, HD9 6AA – 01484 662359

Home On Lindley

Home On Lindley

British Tapas Restaurant Huddersfield

Located in the centre of Lindley, HOME is a vibrant restaurant in Huddersfield. Serving mouth-watering British tapas, with a variety of choices on the menu such as slow-cooked Moroccan lamb, tandoori fish and eight-hour braised ox-cheek.

They have rotating seasonal menus so there is an extensive range of options to choose from. If you’re looking for pre-dinner drinks, then their Garden Lounge, featuring a living wall, beautiful plants, with a relaxing vibe is the place to be.

17 Lidget Street Huddersfield, HD3 3JB – 01484 917699

Eric’s Restaurant

Eric’s Restaurant

Bistro British Fine Dining Sunday Lunch Huddersfield Restaurant

Situated in the thriving Huddersfield village of Lindley, this restaurant is a real find. It seamlessly combines contemporary interior design with original features, such as a staircase leading to a more cosy dining space. The walls are also decorated with artwork by Yorkshire artists, providing a real spectacle for the eyes.



You will never leave hungry if you dine here, as the portions are ample and comforting. Most important of all is that all dishes are presented with elegance, made using the finest quality cuts of meat from Huddersfield’s Bolster Moor Farm Shop.(Their Sunday roasts are pretty epic too.) One of the best restaurants in Huddersfield which will leave you wanting more!

73-75 Lidget Street, Lindley, Huddersfield, HD3 3JP – 01484 646416

Arcade Coffee & Food

Arcade Coffee & Food

Cafe Brunch Lunch Coffee Huddersfield

Right in the heart of Huddersfield, Arcade Coffee & Food is THE place to be if you want quality coffee and mouthwatering brunch dishes. Using coffee made in the Yorkshire Pennines, this restaurant makes it easy to enjoy a breakfast in comfortable surroundings, or just have a light bite.



You can also enjoy a selection of craft beer, wines, and cocktails. For its’ versatility alone, Arcade Coffee & Food deserves to be considered as one of the best restaurants in Huddersfield.

9 Byram Arcade, Huddersfield, HD1 1ND – 01484 511148

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