Hemel Hempstead isn’t short of great places to eat, but there are some that stand out above the rest - and these 16 restaurants in and around the town all come highly recommended. How many have you visited?
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. Boxmoor Foodies
Praised for its excellent food, service and value, this pop-up restaurant is all about enjoying new flavours, exploring different cooking and eating out in the Boxmoor, Berkhamsted and Hemel area. Rating: 5/5 | Other 3rd Party Photo: Shutterstock
. The Bell Inn - Bovingdon
Nestled close to Hemel Hempstead, this 18th century grade II listed family run pub welcomes visitors with a traditional log burning fire, cosy low ceilings, freshly prepared food and a selection of real ales. Rating: 4.5/5 | Other 3rd Party Photo: Google
. The Sitar
Dishing up a varied menu of traditional Indian cuisine, diners can enjoy sampling new tastes and flavours in the relaxed atmosphere, with vegetarian, vegan and hala options all available. Rating: 4.5/5 | Other 3rd Party Photo: Shutterstock
. The Cochin
Specialising in Keralan cuisine, this South Indian restaurant offers a selection of the best dishes from the region, with a good choice of meat, fish and vegetarian dishes on offer. Rating: 4.5/5 | Other 3rd Party Photo: Google
. Marina Spice Lounge
Diners praise the attentive service and tasty food options, which include a choice of tandoori, seafood, balti, biryani and vegetable dishes all on the menu. Rating: 4.5/5 | Other 3rd Party Photo: Shutterstock
. Opuz Kitchen
Catering for vegetarian, vegan and gluten free diners, Opuz Kitchen serves a menu of delicious Turkish food with a modern twist, using only the freshest, quality ingredients. Rating: 4.5/5 | Other 3rd Party Photo: Shutterstock
13. Sahara Bar and Restaurant
This popular eatery offers a selection of Indian, Balti and Bangladeshi cuisine to enjoy, including a number of signature specials, such as lamb korai, lamb chop tawa and tandoori chicken masala. Rating: 4.5/5 | Other 3rd Party Photo: Shutterstock
14. The Plough
The menu at this modern eatery includes an array of much-loved British classics, including beer battered fish and chips, hunter’s chicken, wholetail scampi and thick cut ham and eggs. Rating: 4/5 | Other 3rd Party Photo: Google
15. K2 Balti House
Popular for its curry, poppadoms, lamb and king prawns, this uniquely styled eatery provides the cosiest environment to sample some truly authentic Indian food. Rating: ⅘ | Other 3rd Party Photo: Google
16. The Mogul
Diners rave about the excellent food on offer at this Indian restaurant, with the curry, king prawns and aubergine pakora being particular favourites. Rating: 4/5 | Other 3rd Party Photo: Google