10 Food & Drink in Cambridge That You Shouldn't Miss

January 2, 2022 Frederic Celentano

Cambridge might be best known for its university, home to some of the world’s greatest minds (Milton, Darwin, Hawking, etc.). But there’s a vibrant theater and arts scene here as well, and you’ll find fantastic contemporary restaurants mixed in with traditional pubs. Climb the tower of Great St. Mary’s Church for sweeping views of the city.
Restaurants in Cambridge

1. Cambridgeshire Wine School

Station Road,, Cambridge CB1 2FB England +44 1223 655391 [email protected] http://www.cambridgeshirewineschool.com/
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5.0 based on 542 reviews

Cambridgeshire Wine School

Fun and informative wine tastings and gin tastings. Book in advance online for Saturday courses and evening tastings (link is given next to map). For an ideal present buy a Wine Tasting Gift Experience voucher! We can arrange private parties (birthdays, hen nights, staff socials, team building) to suit your choice of date. Plus we offer WSET wine qualification courses.

Reviewed By tanksie - Cambridge, United Kingdom

I decided to give the WSET level 1 course ago after speaking to Mark at the Cambridge Food festival and I'm glad I did. Although I could have jumped straight to the level 2 course (you don't need level 1 as Mark will point out), I'm glad that I did this day course to get familiar with the basics of wine. I enjoyed the pace of the course and how Mark delivered it. He has a great deal of knowledge and a clear passion for them. There is nothing pretentious or snobbish at all, just a good atmosphere and lots of fun. We got to taste a few wines along the way but importantly, we learnt how to spit the wine out - I’ll save the swallowing of the wine for the evenings! Level 1 does give you a good depth of the basics and in one day I certainly came out far knowledgeable than before. I would recommend this course to anyone who wanted to feel a bit more competent when it comes to wine, it also would make a nice gift. Thanks for the fantastic day and look forward to booking onto level 2!

2. Cambridge Food Tour

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5.0 based on 206 reviews

Cambridge Food Tour

Experience Cambridge through the eyes of a foodie. Our 3-hour Lunch Tour runs from Monday-Friday ( £ 59.50). On Saturdays, we run the 4.5-hour Taste Cambridge ( £ 65) and a 4-hour specialist tour ( £75)We also do private tours from 10+. More information on our website.

3. The Piano Bar at De Luca

83 Regent Street 2nd Floor, Cambridge CB2 1AW England +44 1223 356666 [email protected] http://www.delucacucina.co.uk/venue-offerings/piano-bar/
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5.0 based on 101 reviews

The Piano Bar at De Luca

The De Luca Piano Bar is Cambridge's only authentic Piano Bar. Open every Friday and Saturday night from 8pm, a live singer / pianist Piano Entertainer performs the best pop music from 1950s to the present day and takes requests from the crowd, who are encouraged to sing along. There is an extensive cocktail menu available.

Reviewed By 471sophiep - Cambridge, United Kingdom

Visited the piano bar with a small group of work colleagues. A great opportunity to really let your hair down. Robin rattles through a wide range of musical genres in response to requests shouted out from the crowd. Fun, friendly atmosphere and superb cocktails served.

4. The Cambridge Gin Laboratory

10 Green Street, Cambridge CB2 3JU England +44 1223 751146 [email protected] http://cambridgedistillery.co.uk/pages/laboratory
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5.0 based on 563 reviews

The Cambridge Gin Laboratory

Cambridge Gin Laboratory is an interactive space in the heart of Cambridge, dedicated to the appreciation of everyone's favourite spirit – gin! Owned and operated by the world famous Cambridge Distillery, the Gin Lab contains a beautifully well-appointed classroom, shop, tasting lounge and private hire room. Come discover more about the history of gin production and the innovative approach to distillation used by the Cambridge Distillery - and most importantly, try our range of world-class gins for yourself...

Reviewed By 693dant

Me and my girlfriend went for the gin tasting session given as a gift, the place is amazing and the staff (felicity) was brilliant with great knowledge and enthusiasm we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and would highly recommend

5. Chauffeured Excursions UK

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Chauffeured Excursions UK

Sightseeing and activities all organised bespoke for your requirements with your own personal chauffeur and a luxury vehicle. We are focused on providing a top quality service that is friendly and professional, giving you an experience that you will always remember. We will show you the best that England has to offer. We arrange everything for you so all you have to do is relax and enjoy!

6. Cam Rivers Arts

33 Trumpington Street, Cambridge CB2 1QY England +44 1223 331483 [email protected] http://www.cambridgerivers.com
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Cam Rivers Arts

Cam Rivers Arts is centered around tea and art. We sell contemporary and antique tea-related products from all over the world, provide tea tasting ceremonies by professional tea masters, sale of fine tea from Asia and Africa. Additionally, our store also hosts fine exhibitions throughout the year.

7. Cambridge Cookery

Purbeck Road Homerton Gardens, Cambridge CB2 8EB England +44 1223 247620 [email protected] http://cambridgecookery.com
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4.5 based on 131 reviews

Cambridge Cookery

Zero food waste Cookery school, Bistro and Café. Terrace facing park and public art. Slow Food, hand made, local, organic and seasonal food Micro bakery offering sour dough, Scandinavia Rye, cinnamon rolls, Croissants, Brioche and cakes. Superb coffee. Dog friendly. Live music on occasion. Wine tastings and meet the producer events.

Reviewed By flightandpursuit

We spent a happy morning with Jackie and Caroline learning the secrets of successful croissant/brioche/baguette making. Both of them were very generous and helpful and I felt like I'd learnt a lot. The school is also making a big effort to protect its staff and students from the virus. We left with bags of things we had baked which I could smell all the way home. We will definitely sign up for another one next year.

8. The Gog Farm Shop

Babraham Road Heath Farm, Cambridge CB22 3AD England +44 1223 248352 [email protected] http://www.thegog.com
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4.5 based on 18 reviews

The Gog Farm Shop

Specialist award-winning food shop, comprising of grocers, deli and butchers. Hosting a regular program of events, including cheese/wine tasting and classes in cookery and butchery.

Reviewed By Dockers83

Have shopped here for special occasions for years. Recently visited and Charles was overseeing the social distancing, he went out of his way to make sure I had everything I needed- all the staff were fabulous. The produce is amazing but I especially recommend the butchers. The butcher always has time to talk through recommendations etc so you get exactly what you need. I recommend this place to anyone.

9. Cambridge Distillery

20-22 High Street Grantchester, Cambridge CB3 9NF England +44 1223 751146 [email protected] http://www.cambridgedistillery.co.uk/about-us/
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Cambridge Distillery

Welcome to the Cambridge Distillery: once the UK’s smallest official gin producers, located in our co-founders’ sitting room – now an internationally-recognised multi-award-winning business, named three consecutive times as the most innovative distillery in the world. Our Distillery was founded when owners William and Lucy Lowe were walking their much-loved labrador, Darcy, in the fields surrounding their home in Cambridge – and decided to establish their own gin distillery, led by innovation and the pursuit of excellence.

Reviewed By Cambridge40

My daughter (with 2 month old baby) & I visited the distillery last weekend and had a wonderful experience courtesy of lovely Leah who gave us a superb history of gin - and explanation of the distillery itself. We had a tasting session in very relaxed surroundings and left quite happily with a reasonable quota of gin! Thank you, Leah!

10. NOVI Bar + Kitchen

12 Regent Street, Cambridge CB2 1DB England +44 1223 518537 [email protected] http://novicambridge.co.uk/
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4.0 based on 341 reviews

NOVI Bar + Kitchen

NOVI is an independently owned, modern, vibrant, sophisticated and welcoming bar and kitchen, set in a magnificent three story building in the heart of buzzing Cambridge. Our focus is on providing casual, communal and sociable dining, serving colourful brunches and mouth watering BBQ dishes from our in house smoker, as well as an innovative menu of exceptional homemade botanical cocktails alongside tasty craft beers. NOVI’s bustling and vibrant open kitchen is alive day and night, serving rainbow coloured brunches during the day and a scrumptious selection of smoked and BBQ plates from lunch until late. Our talented chefs, with the help of our in house smoker, have created an imaginative menu of small and large plates, skewers and sliders, all designed to be mixed and matched and shared between friends. Our botanical cocktails are all designed and created by our passionate team of in-house mixologists, each one including at least one hand crafted element.

Reviewed By qifsha - Cambridge, United Kingdom

Thats my second time visiting Novi and it was again flawless. Favourite spot to sit is by the front window. I enjoyed my coffee and i had a wonderful sweet potato rosti with (a bit spicy) bean salsa and two perfect poached eggs!!! Great venue and i've noticed also new cocktails on the menu so i need to plan a visit in the evening.

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