After last year’s resounding success, Love Cambridge Restaurant Week is back from 16-27 March with more delicious deals and discounts at eateries across the city. Geared towards getting locals to explore their city, celebrate old favourites and uncover new gems, there’s already an impressive list of participating restaurants.
The event is organised by Cambridge Business Improvement District (BID), which works to boost the city’s profile, enhance its economic vitality and deliver a range of initiatives and events, including the market square cinema and Christmas lights.
“We want to celebrate the city’s vibrant food scene by inspiring residents and employees to dine somewhere new,” explains Kristian Foreman, marketing and projects manager at Cambridge BID. “Whether you’re looking for a quick bite to eat or a three-course meal, Love Cambridge Restaurant Week has some sensational options to tickle your taste buds.”
Throughout the week, you can find special set menus priced at £5, £10, £15 and £20 at a whole host of restaurants across the city. These include local favourites like Fitzbillies on Trumpington Street, which is offering a £15 lunch and afternoon tea menu, and The Mac Daddy in Market Square, offering a £5 food deal.
Whether you’re looking for a quick bite to eat or a three-course meal, Love Cambridge Restaurant Week has some sensational options to tickle your taste buds.
Over at the Grafton, Amelie Flam-kuche will be getting in on the action with a three-course food deal for £20 – creating a perfect opportunity to sample this Alsatian speciality. “Flamkuche is a light, scrummy dish that can be enjoyed any time of the day”, explains owner Alex Crepy. “This yeast-free dough is spread with crème fraiche, onions and delicious combinations of fresh ingredients. It’s not pizza though, it’s better! Cooked fast in just 90 seconds, flamkuche is crispy and full of flavour – in fact there’s nothing else quite like it and we look forward to sharing during Restaurant Week.”
In the mood for Mediterranean? Signorelli’s Deli, La Piazza, La Raza and De Luca Cucina all have top deals to look out for, and for exceptional value for money, tapas restaurant Tabanco has got you covered. “For a touch of real Spanish hospitality, head to Tabanco,” explains owner Tim Luther. “You’ll get a glass of wine, Galician bavette or chickpea and spinach stew, churros and chocolate and a Hot Numbers coffee to finish, all for £10!”
Or you can opt for food from further afield: Chi Restaurant is serving Asian street food with a modern twist, or you can find authentic Korean cuisine at Kim’s Bulgogi. Jian Bing House’s Yanfang Lin recommends their traditional Chinese street food: “you can watch us prepare traditional savoury Chinese pancakes by hand. We use free range eggs sourced locally from Suffolk, then we add sweet/spicy sauces, spring onions, coriander, pickle preserves and crisp crackers – all folded up in a wrap in less than three minutes!” And, during Restaurant Week, you can get a free soft drink with any classic jian bing you buy.
Love Cambridge’s Restaurant Week hopes to encourage people to dine in places they haven’t been to before by offering excellent value for money. “The high street is changing,” says Kristian, “we recognise that restaurants and eateries have a particularly significant part to play in encouraging people to shop locally, rather than online. They help to deliver an ‘experience’, through the ambience that they create and the food that they serve – and so we’re keen to help them thrive.” The participating restaurants should see an increase in footfall, which should also help other sectors in Cambridge too.
In addition to the extensive food offers and special menus available during Love Cambridge Restaurant Week, there will also be a competition running, where you can be entered into a draw to win a £100 Love Cambridge gift card to spend in over 200 locations across Cambridge. All you need to do is redeem an offer in one of Restaurant Week’s participating restaurants between 16 and 27 March, and then share a photo of your experience on social media along with the hashtag #CambridgeRestaurantWeek to be entered.
If you’re interested in any of the Restaurant Week offers, just visit the Love Cambridge website and download the relevant voucher for the offer you’d like to redeem. Full menus for all the restaurants will be confirmed nearer to the event, although advance booking with the restaurant is recommended to avoid disappointment. Some of the offers will only be redeemable on certain dates and times, so make sure to check the terms and conditions before you go. love-cambridge.com/restaurant-week
Take a look at our discount directory to see what’s on offer this Restaurant Week:
Café Abantu, Hobson Street: Find ciabattas, fresh salads, hot food and delicious homemade bakes in this bright and airy tearoom.
Restaurant Week Offer: £10 lunch menu (coffee/tea, lunch and cake).
Agora at The Copper Kettle, King’s Parade: Catch some classic Mediterranean cuisine at one of the oldest restaurants in the city.
Restaurant Week Offer: £5 lunch menu, £10 two-course lunch menu, £15 two-course dinner menu.
Amelie Flamkuche (left), The Grafton Centre: Fans of the Alsatian pizza-like delicacy flamkuche will find a wide range on offer at this family-run restaurant.
Restaurant Week Offer: Three courses for £20.
Bill’s Restaurant, Green Street: Open for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and everything in between, Bill’s is a vibrant and colourful café in the heart of the city.
Restaurant Week Offer: Two courses for £15 and three courses for £20.
Bridges, Bridge Street: Offering a menu which spans everything from pastries and baguettes to soups and Chinese food, Bridges has always had a passion for freshness.
Restaurant Week Offer: £10 menu.
B. Tap Baron, Lion Yard: An independent café in the city centre serving a range of hot drinks and desserts, specialising in waffles and bubble tea.
Restaurant Week Offer: £5 food offer.
Bull & Bass, Downing Street: Based in the Hilton, Bull & Bass offers a modern take on classic British dishes, using seasonable and sustainable ingredients.
Restaurant Week Offer: Three-course set menu for £20.
Butch Annie’s, Market Street: Right in the heart of the city centre, this laidback setting serves exceedingly tasty burgers and craft beer.
Restaurant Week Offer: Set menu for £15.
Served with a smile and a kickin’ playlist, Butch is offering up its classic burger, fries and 2/3rds craft lager or thick-shake for just £15! And from Valentine’s Day, there’s also Butch’s pop-up steakhouse every Friday and Saturday night for a limited period.
– Tim Luther, Butch Annie’s
Cambridge Brew House, King Street: A favourite in the city, this pub serves tempting British tapas and sharing platters in an eclectic setting.
Restaurant Week Offer: Three-course menu for £20.
Chi Restaurant (left), The Grafton Centre: Asian restaurant serving street food with a modern twist, including bao, Banh-mi, noodles and rice.
Restaurant Week Offer: Big bowl, prawn crackers and a soft drink for £10.
Chill#2, Ibis Cambridge Central Station: Pastries, pizzas, coffee and tea are all on offer in this airy and chilled out café and bar.
Restaurant Week Offer: Sandwich/baguette and a filter coffee for £5.
Courtyard Café at Fitzwilliam Museum, Trumpington Street: This museum café serves an all-day menu including coffee, tea, sandwiches and light lunches.
Restaurant Week Offer: £5 lunch menu.
De Luca Cucina, Regent Street: A modern and affordable Italian restaurant offering great quality lunches and dinners and boasting its very own cocktail bar.
Restaurant Week Offer: £10 main courses.
The Duck Truck, The Grafton Centre: An eat-in or take away restaurant that specialises in duck dishes, serving everything from crispy duck products to chips fried in duck fat.
Restaurant Week Offer: £10 for a main and a beer.
Fitzbillies (above), Trumpington Street: Most famous for its legendary Chelsea buns, this century-old Cambridge institution serves lunches, brunches and more.
Restaurant Week Offer: £15 lunch and afternoon tea menus available.
Jian Bing House, Market Square: Traditional Chinese street food, similar to crepes, that can be enjoyed at any time of day.
Restaurant Week Offer: Classic jian bing with any fizzy drink for £5.
Kim’s Bulgogi, Regent Street: Authentic Korean food including bulgogi, bibimbap, kimchi and dumplings, available to eat in or take away.
Restaurant Week Offer: Korean BBQ and rice or noodles and two sides for £10.
La Piazza (right), The Grafton: Mediterranean deli and café bar serving traditional Italian food, with a range of wines, cocktails and craft beers.
Restaurant Week Offer: £15 food and drink offer for two people.
La Raza, Rose Crescent: This subterranean bar becomes a music venue by night and is known for its great cocktails and tapas.
Restaurant Week Offer: £10 and £20 food offers.
Las Iguanas, Quayside: Latin American cuisine on the banks of the River Cam, perfect for bottomless brunches or sunny day cocktails.
Restaurant Week Offer: Two-course menu and a drink for £20.
Livingstones Café, St Andrew’s Street: Family-friendly café offering soups, baguettes, sandwiches and jacket potatoes, as well as coffee, tea and homemade cakes.
Restaurant Week Offer: £5 lunch menu.
Loch Fyne Seafood + Bar, Trumpington Street: Seafood and grill restaurant serving a range of sustainably sourced dishes.
Restaurant Week Offer: £15 three-course set menu available.
The Mac Daddy, Market Square: Winners of the Street Food Trader of the Year award last year, this converted cargo bike serves gooey and delicious mac ‘n’ cheese.
Restaurant Week Offer: £5 food offer.
Millworks (above), Newnham Road: Riverside restaurant serving modern British brasserie meals, wines and brunch overlooking a working waterwheel.
Restaurant Week Offer: £15 for a main and dessert.
“The Cambridge food scene has never been more vibrant and colourful. It keeps all of us in the sector on our toes. We have to be interesting, relevant and on point and we need to change and adapt quickly. Millworks is such a place. The spinning mill wheel, the history, the unique ordering system, the fresh and exciting menu and of course our team give the place a singular energy not to be missed.” – Oliver Thain, Millworks
Nanna Mexico, (all four locations): Find authentic Mexican burritos, enchiladas and tacos at the Petty Cury, Regent Street and Fitzroy Street locations – plus Norwich.
Restaurant Week Offer: £5 food offer.
NOVI, Regent Street: A sleek restaurant open for coffee and brunch by day, and thoughtful dining, craft beer and cocktails by night.
Restaurant Week Offer: Any three skewers with chips for £10.
Old Ticket Office, Cambridge Railway Station: Conveniently positioned just outside the train station, this is the perfect place to drink, eat, meet or wait.
Restaurant Week Offer: Two-course set menu for £15.
Parker’s Tavern at University Arms (right): A classic brasserie serving characterful interpretations of British staples.
Restaurant Week Offer: £10, £15 and £20 deals available.
Riverside Brasserie, Granta Place: An eclectic European menu served in an elegant and contemporary setting at the Cambridge Hotel.
Restaurant Week Offer: Two courses for £20.
Signorelli’s Deli, Burleigh Street: Italian café/restaurant/deli that is perfect for a quick coffee and pastry, a proper lunch or a delicious dinner.
Restaurant Week Offer: £5 food and drink offer for two people.
Smokeworks, Station Road: Low ‘n’ slow BBQ food you can eat in or take away, with cocktails, craft ales, bourbon and beer.
Restaurant Week Offer: £15 menu.
Smokeworks, Free School Lane Low ‘n’ slow BBQ food you can eat in or take away, with cocktails, craft ales, bourbon and beer.
Restaurant Week Offer: £10 menu.
Steak & Honour (above), Wheeler Street: Famous for their perfect patties and delicious sides, this is the bricks and mortar premises of one of the city’s best-loved food trucks.
Restaurant Week Offer: £10 food offer.
St John’s Chop House, Northampton Street: Meaty British cuisine in a nineteenth century brick eatery.
Restaurant Week Offer: Two courses and a soft drink for £15.
Stolen, King Street: Stretched sourdough pizzas and grilled favourites along with a selection of wines and cocktails.
Restaurant Week Offer: £10 for a starter and a pizza.
Tabanco, Green Street: Spanish classics such as tapas and churros, as well as Spanish-inspired brunches, craft beers and hot chocolate can all be found at this classy eatery.
Restaurant Week Offer: £10 lunch menu.
1815, Bridge Street: This Cambridge Union bar offers a wide range of hot drinks, as well as a great selection of craft beers, gins, wines and cocktails.
Restaurant Week Offer: Coffee/tea and a tray bake slice or scotch egg for £5.
