A total of four restaurants have been named in the 2026 edition of SquareMeal’s Top 100 UK Restaurants, highlighting the city’s growing reputation as a culinary hotspot. Higher Ground (Image: Google)Skof, ranked second overall, is the debut solo venture of chef Tom Barnes. SquareMeal described it as 'all swagger,' with 'hip-hop booming, chefs inches away and flames roaring from the grill.' Higher Ground, ranked 41st, was recognised as a British bistro that 'showcases everything this little island has to offer.' "From affordable gems to remarkable experiences worth forking out for, each restaurant deserves its spot among the top restaurants in the UK."