Little India

Unusual Indian restaurant as it is in a thatched cottage! In the Earls Barton village square. Good food, friendly service. It is also the ONLY restaurant in Earls Barton, so you might need to book.

The Old Swan

In Earls Barton village square. Does pub food, but not ideal for evening food as the pub gets rather full and lively…

The Apothocoffee Shop - Jeyes of Earls Barton

This is where we are having our reception, but I couldn’t leave them off this page. Great home-made cakes and locally-sourced icecream! And they do the traditional afternoon teas on the tiered plates. Warning – the portions are generous.

Earls Barton Chippery

This is a take-away. Definitely not a restaurant, but if you want to sit on a bench in the village square and eat a very generous portion of superb fish and chips, this is the place to go.

The Stag's Head

Not to be confused with the pub in Earls Barton which has the same name. This Stag’s Head is situated in the village of Great Doddington which is only about a mile away from Earls Barton. Slightly more up-market than “pub grub” but still relatively traditional English fare. Excellent food. Good service.

Oriental Garden Chinese Restaurant

Situated in a less attractive part of Northampton, but the food was very good

Mayflower Chinese Restaurant

Marginally more attractive part of Northampton – superb food

Saffron Northampton – Award Winning Restaurant

Rude waiters. Over-priced food. I think the “Award Winning” bit on their website was for “The worst service in the world - ever”. Avoid avoid avoid.

Teapots of Olney

A café rather than a restaurant. Extremely quaint, and Olney is a lovely village to wander round.

The Three Cranes

A decent pub/restaurant in Turvey, which is another charming village by a river. Modern interior.

Bills - Rushden Lakes

Bill’s Restaurant and Bar. Whilst staying true to its roots, the restaurant has introduced modern décor, luxurious velvet seating and decadent chandeliers. From brunch to cocktails and everything in between, Bill’s at Rushden Lakes is the perfect spot to catch up with friends or celebrate an occasion.

On the menu at the Rushden restaurant, you’ll find classic American dishes such as macaroni cheese, as well as fresh salads and British favourites like fish pie. There are plenty of vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options too, so Bill’s truly does cater for everyone.

TGI Fridays - Rushden Lakes

Casual chain restaurant with a festive vibe serving beer, cocktails & a wide menu of American fare.

Patisserie Valerie - Rushden Lakes

Long-standing chain patisserie serving coffee & light meals, plus fancy pastries & cakes.

Wildwood - Rushden Lakes

Stylish, modern restaurant chain serving European & international favourites, plus a kids' menu.

Zizzi - Rushden Lakes

Zizzi have an extensive vegetarian, vegan and non-gluten menu offering as well as a kids menu. Its an Italian chain restaurant for pizza & calzone on wooden boards, plus traditional pastas.

Wagamama - Rushden Lakes

Asian-inspired & Japanese chain restaurant where dishes are whisked to long communal tables.