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Two of Jason Atherton’s restaurants close, James Cochran opens new site in Islington, Atul Kochhar leaves Benares and Rochelle Canteen at ICA hosts Quo Vadis bar takeover

Originally conceived as a workers’ canteen for Sir Richard Rogers’ architectural practice next door, The River Café (now in its fourth decade) has gone on to achieve international stardom as a glowing tribute to Italian regional cooking. Diligent sourcing and vigorous rustic flavours are at the heart of Ruth Rogers’ kitchen, with seasonal salads, silky homemade pastas and wood-roasted specialities headlining the daily menus.

The newest venture from the seasoned Spiteri family opened with an ambitious promise: to bring great food, genuine value and a lively atmosphere back to the neighbourhood pub. So when the doors of The Latimer opened, Good Food Guide owner Adam Hyman went along to see whether it could deliver – and wasn’t disappointed.

Eleven standout restaurants are flying the flag for Yorkshire and the North East in Good Food Guide’s 100 Best Local Restaurants 2026 list. Highlights include Regional Winner Black Wheat Club, where creative cooking and a warm welcome have made it a standout favourite; The Small Canteen, proof that big flavours can come from intimate surroundings; and Norman’s Neighbourhood ......

Opening on one of Leeds’ most beloved restaurant sites was always going to invite comparison. Fortunately, says Thom Archer, The Smithfield has the food, the confidence and the character to justify the attention.