From long-awaited London launches to ambitious destination dining across Britain, here are the new openings to look out for in 2026.

Running from 1-25 May, Brighton Festival promises live music, theatre, comedy, dance, family shows, talks, workshops, exhibitions and plenty of outdoor events. To help keep you fuelled between venues, we’ve rounded up some of our favourite places to eat in Brighton and Hove (actually!). From timeless bistros to fine-dining menus, these spots capture the city’s personality, creativity and culinary flair. ...

The winners of Good Food Guide’s Britain’s Best Bakeries 2026 were announced in March (you can see the full list here), but after a flood of messages from readers championing favourites north, south, east and west that didn’t make the final cut, we knew we couldn’t stop there. So, by popular demand, here are even more standout bakeries around the ...

Good Food Guide owner Adam Hyman checks out Burro. His verdict? The kind of restaurant Londoners will return to – and visiting Italians will approve of too.

Now in its 16th year, Great British Beef Week (23–30 April) celebrates the unbeatable taste of British beef and the farmers behind it. And what better way to show your support than by tucking into a seriously good steak? From classic chophouses to modern grills, here’s our roundup of the best steak spots serving top-quality, locally sourced British beef.

From Cynthia Shanmugalingam’s buzzing Borough Market spot to Jack Lury’s meticulous procession of small plates in Hastings, these are Britain’s best restaurants to transport you to the sunny shores of Sri Lanka.

Good Food Guide owner and part-time restaurant critic Adam Hyman is putting down his pen and picking up a pan for his favourite charity event, Too Many Critics, in support of Action Against Hunger…

Good Food Guide owner Adam Hyman talks fire, flavour and fabulous food at one of Soho’s newest restaurants.

Whether you call the South West home or you’re just passing through on a well-earned break, one thing’s guaranteed – you’re seriously spoiled when it comes to bakeries. From Gorse’s perfectly crusty sourdough and Pipit’s next-level patisserie to Hilda – Bristol’s bakery on wheels – these spots are the kind of places where having your cake and eating it isn’t ...

If you're taking part and looking forward to a post-run reward, or a spectator with time to dine along the way, here are our top suggestions for where to eat along the London Marathon route.