Two Worcestershire eateries have been named among the top 100 outdoor restaurants in the UK for 2024, in a new list by OpenTable.

Introducing the list, OpenTable said: “As the weather warms up, it’s time to dine outdoors. To help find the perfect alfresco spot, OpenTable has scanned diner metrics and over 2.2 million reviews to narrow down the restaurants where Brits love dining outdoors.

“The result is our annual Top 100 Restaurants for Outdoor Dining, offering delicious food at alfresco hotspots nationwide. Want to dine out with your furry friend too? The list also highlights outdoor spots that are dog-friendly.”

The two Worcestershire restaurants that are featured on the list are The Ewe and Lamb in Bromsgrove and The Fleece Inn in Bretforton, near Evesham.

Both pubs are dog-friendly so you can enjoy a pint or bite to eat alongside your furry friend.

What does OpenTable say about the Worcestershire restaurants?

Introducing The Ewe and Lamb, the OpenTable website says: “The all new Ewe & Lamb delivers an exciting unique eating and drinking concept to Bromsgrove which we’re sure you’ll be delighted with!

“The bar and restaurant offers a wide variety of the finest in modern British cuisine with Mediterranean influences ranging from light bites to restaurant-style food including classic char grills and appetising fish dishes.

“These are prepared using fresh and preferably local produce accompanied with a tempting selection of real ales and fine wines.

“Whether it is a drink in the bar, a brunch or light lunch, a quick bite after work or a full a la carte dinner, the Ewe & Lamb aims to deliver a bar and restaurant experience everyone will enjoy through an excellence of food, the quality of service and surroundings which are stylish and contemporary”.

You can see the full list of Top 100 Restaurants for Outdoor Dining via the OpenTable website.

The Ewe and Lamb has received praise on Tripadvisor with visitors giving it an overall rating of 4/5 from 971 reviews, at the time of writing.

One visitor said: “Well beyond expectations, we were treated to a truly delicious breakfast with highest quality ingredients, prepared with care and plentiful portions. Friendly efficient service and good value”.

Another commented: “Fantastic Sunday lunch great service.Really first class great lunch good service. Beef was just lovely fresh veg. Great service attention to detail second to none.”

The OpenTable website says the following about The Fleece Inn: “Welcome to the Fleece Inn, Bretforton.

“The Fleece Inn is the perfect rural retreat, the quintessential English country pub. Just a stone's throw from the beautiful Cotswolds and boasting roaring open fires for the winter months, open garden and apple orchard for the summer sun and a friendly welcome all year round.

“With real ales and ciders aplenty this historical pub is a favourite with Real Ale lovers, and the welcoming atmosphere and good food attract visitors from all over the world.

“Seasonal and local ingredients are prized, including our famous Asparagus menu in Spring.

“Reservable tables are in the pub (standard) or undercover in our orchard (outdoor). There are lots of orchard picnic tables that are not reserved in advance, available for eating and drinking in the sunshine! Dogs are welcome throughout the pub & orchard.”

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The Fleece Inn also has a 4/5 rating on Tripadvisor but from 514 reviews, at the time of writing.

A visitor said: “Sunday lunch for 4. Service was very attentive and understanding without being too pushy. Fascinating old building with a large garden. The food was very good and we would go again.”

Another reviewer commented: “We visited the Fleece Inn last week for dinner. The whole experience was first class. Warmly greeted on arrival.

“Prompt service throughout the evening. Our main courses and desserts were first class. All in all a wonderful evening.”