An easy-to-digest guide to great places to eat around Ross-on-Wye, Hereford and Monmouth — perfect for planning a foodie loop through the Wye Valley
Here is your Wye Valley food guide to help you plan your visit.
Ross-on-Wye & Surrounds
This charming market town punches well above its weight with pubs, modern eateries and riverside spots — whether you’re after a relaxed lunch or a proper riverside dinner.
🍽️ Classic & Contemporary
No3 Restaurant – A standout in Ross with a relaxed but classy European menu. Think beautifully cooked mains and great wine — ideal for a foodie night out.
Tweet bar&Kitchen – Stylish and sociable, this is a great choice for brunch, lunch or early dinner with a mix of modern British and international dishes.
Avellino Italian Restaurant – Italian classics with a Ross twist — from fresh pasta to seasonal specials.
Pubs & Posh Pub Grub
The Moody Cow – A local favourite and Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice winner with hearty Sunday roasts, great seasonal menus and atmospheric pub vibes.
Riverside Inn – Perfect for dining with a view — classic British dishes with the river just outside the window.
The Royal & The Hope and Anchor – Great all-day menus with pub favourites, British classics and relaxed dining.
And if your idea of food includes a scenic stroll before dinner, spots like The Mill Race and The Potting Shed Whitchurch are worth the short drive for countryside views and seasonal menus too.
Monmouth (Great for Lunch, Dinner & Coffee)
Just over the border in Wales, Monmouth’s compact town centre packs a surprising culinary punch — from casual cafés to vibrant evening spots.
🍽️ Local Flavours & Small Plates
The Pig & Apple – Modern British restaurant on a working farm just outside town. A fab choice for creative seasonal dishes and characterful farm-to-table flavours.
Rustica – A stylish Italian choice on Church Street — great for sharing plates or a relaxed dinner.
Creates Monmouth – Fresh, flavour-driven café style plates (with great brunch vibes).
Whole Earth Bistro – Thai and Asian-inspired dishes in the heart of town, perfect for a mid-week bite.
Monmouth’s streets are dotted with cosy cafés like The Malthouse Café, Clare and Bob’s Tearoom and Food Station, all brilliant for brunch, coffee or a light lunch before exploring the town’s galleries and boutiques.
Hereford – City Dining with Variety
A short drive from Ross brings you to Hereford, a small city with big food options — from elegant contemporary spots to hearty comfort food.
EN Steak & Cocktail Bar Hereford – Sleek steakhouse perfect for meat lovers.
2 Bridges Hereford – Bistro-style dining in a charming space — great for date night.
The Bookshop – Modern British with creative edge and relaxed vibe.
Jin’s Hereford & MEA VIA - Pasta Bar – Top picks for Japanese and Italian if you want international flair.
Hereford also has plenty of casual and family-friendly options — from The Beefy Boys burgers to Istanbul Restaurant Turkish classics
Wherever you're staying, whatever the size and generational mix, you're bound to be able to find delicious meals to dine out during your stay with us,