First introduced in 1956, the AA Rosette award scheme was the first nationwide scheme for assessing the quality of food served by restaurants and hotels.
The AA says: “The scheme is a celebration of successful cooking at different levels across the UK – Rosettes are a clear indicator of culinary excellence, and reflect the stand-out experience diners can expect from the moment they enter the restaurant.”
For further reviews across the country, visit The AA’s website.
If you are looking for a special evening out, these 11 restaurants will provide something special.
9. Fawsley Hall Hotel & Spa
Fawsley Hall Hotel & Spa has two AA Rosettes with inspectors praising its 'robustly flavoured dishes in a truly historic setting'. The feedback continued: "Located in stunning parkland designed by landscape architect ‘Capability’ Brown, Fawsley Hall can be traced back to the 15th century, and retains a true sense of history and elegance. The setting may be steeped in history – Queen Elizabeth I stayed at the house in 1575 – but the food is modern, seasonal and well executed." Photo: Google
10. The Countryman Staverton
The Countryman Staverton has one AA Rosette with inspectors praising its 'elevated pub-style favourites in a relaxed inn'. The feedback continued: "The Countryman is a traditional inn, with low, beamed ceilings and a cosy, relaxed ambience. The team serve up quality home-cooked dishes that make the most of the freshest, seasonal ingredients, sourcing locally where possible. Expect to see the usual classic pub favourites, as well as more refined dishes, all served with good old-fashioned warmth and welcome." Photo: Google
11. Murrays Whittlebury Park
Murrays Whittlebury Park has three AA Rosettes with inspectors describing the venue as 'plush hotel dining near the home of motor racing'. The feedback continued: "Murrays is the top dining spot at Whittlebury Hall, a plush neo-Georgian hotel with a high-end spa and serious golfing. While the slick front-of-house team help diners relax in the slow lane at this venue near Silverstone race track, the kitchen hits top gear with modern British cooking." Photo: Google
12. The Talbot Oundle
The Talbot Oundle has one AA Rosette with inspectors praising the venue for its 'professional service from a friendly team'. The feedback continued: "An Elizabethan hotel in the centre of Oundle, parts of The Talbot came from Fotheringhay Castle in the 17th century, including the grand timber staircase. Nowadays, it does a brisk trade as a hotel, coffee house and eatery, with its comprehensive menu that’s available not only in the main garden restaurant, but in the bar and courtyard." Photo: Google