Michelin Green Star Restaurants in the UK and Ireland
The Green Star, symbolized by a four-leaf clover, signifies sustainable dining. This prestigious marker will be featured in future editions of the Michelin Guide, which has been around for over 121 years. The Green Star celebrates restaurants committing to ethical and environmental practices. Many of these establishments collaborate with eco-conscious producers and suppliers to minimize waste and eliminate non-recyclable materials from their operations.
Moreover, a number of British and Irish restaurants actively engage with local farmers and fishermen. They foraged in nature for seasonal ingredients and utilize regenerative techniques such as no-dig vegetable gardens and cover crops. The initiatives also consider the welfare of employees and contribute to charitable and educational projects on local, national, and global levels.
A Step Towards Sustainable Fine Dining
The introduction of Green Stars signifies a pivotal move towards a sustainable future for the fine dining sector. This change marks the recognition of environmental responsibility in the quest for culinary excellence. Only those establishments that have received a star, Bib Gourmand, or Plate distinction from Michelin are eligible for this accolade.
Green Star Restaurants in the UK and Ireland for 2021
England
- Angela’s, Margate, Kent
- Belmond Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons, Great Milton, Oxfordshire
- The Black Swan, Oldstead, Yorkshire
- Coombeshead Farm, Lewannick, Cornwall
- Daylesford Organic Farm, Daylesford, Gloucestershire
- Hypha, Chester
- L’Enclume, Cartmel, Cumbria
- New Yard, Helston, Cornwall
- Oxo Tower Brasserie, South Bank, London
- Petersham Nurseries Café, Richmond, London
- Restaurant Sat Bains, Nottingham
- River Cottage Kitchen, Axminster, Devon
- Silo, Hackney Wick, London
- The Dining Room at Whatley Manor, Malmesbury, Wiltshire
- The Ethicurean, Wrington, Bristol
- The Small Holding, Kilndown, Kent
- Tredwells, Covent Garden, London
- Where The Light Gets In, Stockport, Manchester
Scotland
- Inver, Strachur, Argyll and Bute
Wales
- The Henry Robertson Dining Room at Palé Hall, Llandderfel, Gwynedd
Republic of Ireland
- Inis Meáin Restaurant and Suites, Aran Islands
- Kai, Galway City
- Loam, Galway City
Sustainable Initiatives in the UK and Ireland
In addition to the 23 restaurants that earned a Green Star, 46 other establishments have been recognized for their commitment to sustainable practices. This includes restaurants working to reduce food miles and minimize single-use plastics, showcasing a trend towards environmental consciousness in the culinary world.
Moreover, several innovative ventures like Tommy Banks’s Roots in York and Skye Gyngell’s Spring at Somerset House highlight the ongoing efforts in promoting sustainability. The Pig hotels also received recognition for their environmental initiatives.
