Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Godalming

11 restaurants available nearby

1. Fox and Finch

4.8

Exceptional(177)

Price: Expensive

• Gastro Pub • Godalming

Welcome to Fox and Finch, where customers can enjoy everything from leisurely lunches and lazy brunches to Sunday roasts and evening cocktails. The kitchen is led by head chef Simon White who uses a charcoal Bertha Oven in the rear garden to offer diners a unique experience.We’re honoured to have become a part of the Godalming community and are looking forward to sharing all our hard work with local residents.

2. The Star

4.6

Exceptional(558)

Price: Moderate

• British • Witley

Booked 10 times today

A much loved local pub in the bustling village of Witley. Whilst food is undoubtedly the main feature, The Star has a relaxed drinking bar with roaring fires in the winter, rotating cask ales, perfectly curated wine lists and a warm welcome assured. Outside a beautiful landscaped garden and dining terrace ensure The Star is the perfect spot to enjoy socialising with friends, family and dogs all year round.The menu offers daily seasonal specials, with plenty of game, meat and fish and a focus on British seasonal fare,

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3. The Cyder House Inn Godalming

4.7

Exceptional(486)

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Godalming

Booked 13 times today

The Cyder House is a beautiful country pub serving delicious home cooked food made to order. We are family and dog friendly – we even have a dog station to keep our four legged friends happy! We are also lucky enough to have a playground attached to our beer garden.

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4. Red Lion Inn - Shamley Green

4.7

Exceptional(747)

Price: Moderate

• Pub • Guildford

Booked 5 times today

Inside, our pub has everything you could wish for in a traditional village local, including freshly prepared food, a fine selection of cask ales, open wood burning fires, traditional flagstone flooring and wooden beams, and extensive wine list. We also have a private function room that can cater for anywhere between 10 and 40 guests. Our outdoor seating areas are peaceful and relaxing, and you have a choice of seating, either overlooking the village green, where you can watch the world go by, or in our own colourful pub garden and patio area.

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5. Piattini Kitchen & Cocktails

4.7

Exceptional(54)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Guildford

Piattini Kitchen & Cocktails serves classic cocktails and an Italian inspired small plates menu.

6. Pho Guildford

3.9

Excellent(197)

Price: Moderate

• Vietnamese • Guildford

Booked 8 times today

Pho Guildford is a healthy Vietnamese restaurant with loads of vegan and gluten free options. We specialise in pho, the Vietnamese noodle soup, and also serve delicious curries, rice dishes, wok-fried noodles and healthy salads, too. We also have loads of starters that are perfect for sharing with friends and family. Over a third of our menu is vegan, and nearly all of it is gluten-free, so we are a great destination for people who follow those particular diets. We are accredited by Coeliac UK. Aside from our lovely food we offer a brilliant range of healthy juices, as well as delicious wine and beer, and a fantastic cocktail menu too. If you're unable to dine-in, you can click & collect your order, or find us on Deliveroo. We look forward to welcoming you!

7. Bird In Hand

4.7

Exceptional(1569)

Price: Moderate

• British • Woking

Booked 22 times today

The Bird in Hand is a friendly independently owned and operated pub in the village of Mayford. Whether you are looking for a casual drink, formal get together, delicious Sunday roast or a beer in our lovely garden area we have you covered.We offer a great selection of beers, wine & cocktails that can be paired with our fresh seasonal menus served in our formal dining area, casual bar area or large sunny garden. We are proud to have a passionate and dedicated team who are here to help you enjoy your experience with us. We are dog friendly in our bar and garden areas. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Children of any age may dine with us but must vacate the premises by 8pm.

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8. The Drumming Snipe

4.5

Awesome(1973)

Price: Moderate

• British • Woking

Booked 8 times today

The Drumming Snipe is a contemporary Pub nestled in the village of Mayford, between Woking and Guildford. Offering a warm and relaxing atmosphere for you to enjoy the perfect mid week meal, a delicious Sunday roast or a Friday night catch up with a great selection of cask ales, wines and cocktails to choose from. Guests are invited to dine in our quirky horse trailers, covered and heated terrace or feast in our exquisite dining room but most of all – to enjoy our great quality menu, simply prepared.

9. The Olive Tree

4.6

Exceptional(938)

Price: Moderate

• British • Woking

Booked 5 times today

A dog-friendly country pub and restaurant with an excellent patio and beer garden. Set deep in the Surrey countryside, yet just a few minutes drive from Guildford and Woking.

10. The King's Head

4.3

Awesome(184)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Guildford

Welcome to the Kings Head, Holmbury St. Mary!After 6 months of opening we have been awarded a Culinary Rosette by the AA. Come and visit the newly refurbished hidden gem in the Surrey Hills. A perfect place to visit for some drinks, a snack or a full 3 course dining experience. We also have 3 beautiful rooms to let, which have been awarded 4 stars, also from the AA and a coffee shop to stop by on a walk through The Surrey Hills.

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Marion
San Diego •1 review
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Very good meal. Lovely plaice and samphire but potatoes and vegetables extra.
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The StarPrice: Moderate• British• Witley
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4.6
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Mike
London •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Great food, service & very friendly staff. Would definitely recommend. 😄
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Fox and FinchPrice: Expensive• Gastro Pub• Godalming
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4.8
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Richard
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 Jan 2025
Great gastro pub in lovely location. Food was great and service was attentive without being intrusive.
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The Cyder House Inn GodalmingPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Godalming
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4.7
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Peter
Surrey •1 review
5.0
Dined on 27 Dec 2024
We met members of our family here, because it’s halfway between our houses. Great food, excellent service, nice ambience. An all round great place to eat, highly recommended. It’s just a shame it’s not closer to where we live, because we’d go there more often.
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Red Lion Inn - Shamley GreenPrice: Moderate• Pub• Guildford
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4.7
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Polly
Surrey •1 review
5.0
Dined on 14 Dec 2024
Really nice food and pizza where very good size, very attractive staff would definitely go again
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Piattini Kitchen & CocktailsPrice: Expensive• Italian• Guildford
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4.7

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11 restaurants available nearby

1. Fox and Finch

2. The Star

3. The Cyder House Inn Godalming

4. Red Lion Inn - Shamley Green

5. Piattini Kitchen & Cocktails

6. Pho Guildford

7. Bird In Hand

8. The Drumming Snipe

9. The Olive Tree

10. The King's Head

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