Dining
The 4 Best Restaurants in Richmond
Riverside charm and village dining: where to eat well in Richmond, from the towpath to the green.
In short: our top picks are Petersham Nurseries, Bingham Riverhouse and Chez Lindsay. 4 places in total, chosen on merit, with the full reasoning below.
Richmond eats like the handsome riverside village it is: relaxed, well-heeled and better than it needs to be. Between the green and the towpath are proper neighbourhood rooms and a couple of genuine destinations. These are the tables worth the trip out west.
| Place | Area | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Petersham Nurseries | Richmond | £££ |
| Bingham Riverhouse | Richmond | £££ |
| Chez Lindsay | Richmond | ££ |
| The Petersham | Richmond | £££ |
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Editor’s choice
Petersham Nurseries
Why we pick itDining among the plants in a glasshouse nursery; an idyllic, unhurried afternoon.
Worth knowingThe Covent Garden branches closed for good in 2025, so this means Richmond; glasshouse dining lets the weather in, at prices high for a rustic setting.
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Bingham Riverhouse
Why we pick itA Georgian townhouse hotel with a riverside terrace and confident seasonal cooking.
Worth knowingRichmond is a genuine trip out from central London, so this is a planned destination rather than a spontaneous after-work dinner.
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Chez Lindsay
Why we pick itA beloved Breton creperie and bistro; galettes, moules and cider by the river.
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The Petersham
Why we pick itA grand hotel dining room with sweeping views over the Thames meadows.
Before you book
Pair a meal with a riverside walk or a turn around the park; it is half the pleasure of Richmond. Book the popular rooms at weekends when day-trippers fill the town. And sit by the water if you can, especially on a bright evening.
Common questions
What are the top picks in this guide?
Petersham Nurseries is our editor's choice: Dining among the plants in a glasshouse nursery; an idyllic, unhurried afternoon. Petersham Nurseries, Bingham Riverhouse and Chez Lindsay lead the guide, with 4 places in total, all chosen on merit.
How does Lamplit London choose its recommendations?
Every place is chosen on merit, after first-hand visits where possible, with no pay-for-placement. Read our full method at https://www.lamplitlondon.com/how-we-choose/.
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