In Our Cheltenham, Food & Drink, Attractions

February is just around the corner, and we think it's a great time to shake out the cobwebs and try out a new Cheltenham restaurant.

We've gathered all the latest foodie news from around the town, including new openings, refurbishments, menus, and events. Read on folks…

 

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New Openings

 

Jai Ho

Bishop's Cleeve welcomed its latest restaurant this January, as the team behind JM Socials unveiled their newest Indian Restaurant. It joins the likes of Prithvi, Bhoomi Kitchen, and Bao + BBQ.

Jai Ho, meaning "let victory prevail" in Hindi, is all about celebrating good times with great food and drinks. The menu features small Indian barbecue plates, such as crispy fried okra, chilli chicken, and Wagyu sheikh kebabs. While at the bar, diners will find craft beers from local Gloucestershire breweries.

Japes

Bringing a 'taste of joy' to the Cheltenham Promenade, Japes has opened its first restaurant this side of London.

Known for their signature, 'London-style' deep dish pizzas, visitors can expect sweet caramelised cheese and a ton of toppings! At Japes it's their goal to bring a smile to every customer's face.

Coming Soon

 

Rosa's Thai

Discover the vibrant flavour of Thailand in the heart of our hometown as Rosa's Thai prepares to open its doors on the 10th of March.  

Bringing the flavours of Bangkok to London, Rosa’s Thai grew from a street stall on Brick Lane’s Sunday market into a national brand with over 30 restaurants across the UK.

Experience warm and friendly welcomes in comfortable and cosy surroundings as you tuck into freshly made aromatic dishes, crafted from treasured family recipes.

 

Wingstop

If you're looking to plough through a 12-piece basket of chicken wings, you might as well get it from the wing masters!

Originally founded in the US, the home of fast-food-feasts, Wingstop crossed the pond in 2018 and quickly grew an empire of over 55 sites. With 10 unique flavours to choose from, ranging from mild to atomic, there's something to suit all tastes.

Re-openings & Refurbishments

 

The Tavern

Having changed hands last year from the Lucky Onion group to Youngs & Co Brewery, the Tavern's new owner hopes to breathe a new lease of life into the popular town centre venue. Making it a favourite hangout for residents and visitors.

Expect board games, drinks from local suppliers, and a delicious new menu that includes quirky bites including deep-fried olives, spam fitters and fried hake tacos.

Curry Corner

A Cheltenham staple, Cheltenham's oldest curry house has reopened its doors after acquiring two AA Rosettes for food excellence.

Boasting a long career of critical acclaim and prestigious accolades, the restaurant received international exposure in 2009 when it featured as a finalist on Gordon Ramsays The F Word.

Owner Shamsul has been working in the Curry Corner kitchen for 47 years, with plenty of time to perfect his craft. His original recipes feature innovative twists that make for a culinary journey like no other.

The Chapel

Previously Revolution Cheltenham, the newly reopened Chapel Bar was acquired by the team behind popular late-night Cheltenham club Home & Botanic.

The iconic bar, set in the confines of a stunning Grade II-listed former church, will initially open on Fridays and Saturdays only with plans to bring it back to its full former glory throughout 2025.

Awards Roundup

Several Cheltenham food and drink venues were awarded prestigious accolades in 2024.

Cheltenham's premiere fine-dining restaurant Lumiere, came in at number 9 of the Harden's top 100 UK restaurants last year. The Nook on Five took home the 2024 Diners Choice award from Open Table. While 4 AA rosettes restaurant Le Champignon Sauvage, was the winner of the Observer Food Monthly award for outstanding contribution.

Burger fans should look no further than Cheltenham's resident burger experts The Beefy Boys, who beat out fierce competition at the World Food Championships to become the fourth-best burger in the world.     

Meanwhile, the Artisan Baker in Imperial Gardens was named Food / Drink Producer of the Year 2024 at the Cotswold Life Awards.

Events

There’s always something going on in Cheltenham, The Festival Town, and it's no different for foodie fans! Sink your teeth into a few of these food-focused events happening next month…

🐦 End of the Game Season, The Tivoli – 6 Feb 🐦

To celebrate the end of game season, The Tivoli will be joined by their friend Sam Varley from The Owl at Hawnby, Yorkshire, for a fantastical four-course game feast.

🎨 Paint Nights, Bottle of Sauce – 3 & 17 Feb 🎨

Step-by-step painting workshops at Bottle of Sauce. Even if you haven't painted since school you'll be creating your own work of art in no time. Grab a drink, a friend and a brush and get painting.

🥧 Chef's Cook Club, Tailor's – 20 Feb 🥧

The Cook's Club at Tailor's Eating House continues to strike a chord with customers, with each month providing a new demonstration from their head chef, before a delicious 2-course lunch. For February, it's all about pies and pastries.

🍷 French Banquet & Wine Dinner, The Greenway Hotel – 22 Feb 🍷

Arrive to canapés and Champagne, followed by a 5-course dinner and matching wine flight from France.

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