The Good Food Guide has announced its annual 100 Best Local Restaurants list for 2025.
The 15th year of the annual list celebrates independently run restaurants that offer affordable and accessible dining across the UK.
The Good Food Guide selected 100 of the best local restaurants in the UK, in the areas of London, South East, South West, Central and East of England, North West, Yorkshire, North East, Scotland and Wales.
Here are the 9 North West restaurants that made the Good Food Guide’s 100 Best Local Restaurants 2025 list.

7. Bar San Juan, Manchester
Bar San Juan in Manchester is a tapas restaurant, serving up authentic Spanish dishes. The restaurant has received praise from diners for its attentive staff, outstanding food and fast service. Bar San Juan is said to be reflective of Spanish dining. | Google-Bar San Juan

8. The Yan, Grasmere
The Yan in Grasmere is located within the grounds of Broadrayne Farm, which also hosts places to stay. The restaurant serves up seasonal dishes based on the history of the farm. The Yan combines casual dining with fine dining, ensuring to highlight locally sourced ingredients. | Google-The Yan

9. The Spärrows, Manchester
The Spärrows in Manchester has described itself as a “modern continental restaurant”, which offers a taste of European cuisine. The innovative dishes include hand made dumplings, pasta, fish, meat and more. | Google-The Spärrows


