Cheltenham’s newest MICHELIN Star - Lumiere is an elegant, ingredient-led, innovative, fine dining experience in the heart of Cheltenham. Lead by husband and wife team, Somerset born Chef Jon and general manager Helen, the restaurant has a focus on the best British produce sourced from a network of dedicated farmers, fishermen, producers & our own family run farm. Since opening in January 2009, Lumiere has received numerous local and national awards including a MICHELIN Star, AA Restaurant of the Year for England, 3AA Rosettes and is regularly listed amongst the Top 20 Restaurants in the UK by Hardens and Tripadvisor. Jon was also shortlisted for Restauranteur of the Year by The Caterer for all of his efforts during the pandemic.
Additional information
Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
British
Hours of Operation
Lunch
Fri, Sat 12:30 pm–4:00 pm
Dinner
Wed–Sat 7:00 pm–12:00 am
Most of the main town centre parking is within a 10 minute walk.
Parking details
None
Public transit
1 minute walk from the Bus Station
Additional
Gluten-free Options
Experiences
EIGHT
£170.00 per person
Multiple dates available
EIGHT Courses of our delicate, produce-driven dishes inspired by our home-grown harvest & Jon’s skilful creativity.
Vegetarian Menus, along with other dietary specific menus, are prepared only upon request. For customers who are unable to consume meat, fish or shellfish we are happy to substitute courses from our vegetarian menu but please do let us know in advance.
Due to the seasonality and complexity of our dishes, we are unable to offer a completely dairy or egg free menu. If you have any other specific dietary requirements and will require a dietary specific menu please do contact our team to discuss when you make your reservation.
SIX
£130.00 per person
Multiple dates available
SIX Courses of our delicate, produce-driven dishes inspired by our home-grown harvest & Jon’s skilful creativity.
Vegetarian Menus, along with other dietary specific menus, are prepared only upon request. For customers who are unable to consume meat, fish or shellfish we are happy to substitute courses from our vegetarian menu but please do let us know in advance.
Due to the seasonality and complexity of our dishes, we are unable to offer a completely dairy or egg free menu. If you have any other specific dietary requirements and will require a dietary specific menu please do contact our team to discuss when you make your reservation.
FOUR
£85.00 per person
Multiple dates available
FOUR Courses of our delicate, produce-driven dishes inspired by our home-grown harvest & Jon’s skilful creativity.
Vegetarian Menus, along with other dietary specific menus, are prepared only upon request. For customers who are unable to consume meat, fish or shellfish we are happy to substitute courses from our vegetarian menu but please do let us know in advance.
Due to the seasonality and complexity of our dishes, we are unable to offer a completely dairy or egg free menu. If you have any other specific dietary requirements please do contact our team to discuss when you make your reservation.
Menu
Snacks & Sourdough
Creedy Carver Duck Consommé, Sesame, White Soy
'Coronation Chicken'
Stinking Bishop, Pear, Chervil
Meadowland Smoked Eel
Red Desiree, Apple, Sturia Oscietra Prestige Caviar, Smoked Pepper Dulce
Mevagissey Day Boat Sea Bass
St. Austell Mussel, Cucumber, Crosnes
Creedy Carver Duck
Shallot, Gingerbread, White Chocolate, Fig
“Tequila Slammer”
Cotswold Venison
Celeriac, Morel, Beetroot, Black Winter Truffle
Worcestershire Forced Rhubarb
White Chocolate, Sorrel, Yoghurt
Xoco Tuma Yellow 80% Dark Chocolate
Fondant, Mango, Passionfruit, Sushi Rice
What 157 people are saying
Overall ratings and reviews
Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant
4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
4.9Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value
Noise • Moderate
Diners' Choice Awards
Gloucestershire/Wiltshire
Best Overall
Gloucestershire/Wiltshire
Best Food
Gloucestershire/Wiltshire
Best Service
Gloucestershire/Wiltshire
Best Ambience
Gloucestershire/Wiltshire
Innovative
Gloucestershire/Wiltshire
Great for fine wines
Gloucestershire/Wiltshire
Romantic
Gloucestershire/Wiltshire
Good for special occasions
Gloucestershire/Wiltshire
British
Cheltenham
Best Overall
Cheltenham
Best Food
Cheltenham
Best Service
Cheltenham
Best Ambience
Cheltenham
Best Value
Cheltenham
Healthy
Cheltenham
Good for special occasions
Cheltenham
Most Booked
Review summary
AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lumière offers a "gorgeous experience" that transcends a meal into a culinary adventure. Diners praise the "artful delicious food," "exceptional service," and "beautiful presentation." The tasting menus are "sublime," with "impeccable service" in an "elegant" setting. It's a top destination for special occasions and memorable dining experiences.
157 Reviews
A
Amanda
Gloucestershire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 8 February 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Excellent food, ambience, and experience. They were great at accommodating our food intolerances and we both had a great time. Definitely something to try!
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Elizabeth
London
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 8 February 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Once again a simply delicious beautifully exquisitely executed tasting menu beautifully paired with the wines - a delightful lunch and afternoon.
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Ann
Gloucestershire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 7 February 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
A special occasion made even more so with friendly and attentive staff. The food also was exceptional.
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mark
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 7 February 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 4
An excellent four course lunch. Calm and expertly hosted. Good spacing between tables. Not overly taken with the touch pad menus as loses the aesthetic but otherwise, a lovely experience.
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Sylvia
Derbyshire
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 31 January 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Extraordinarily gorgeous experience. Not just a meal but an adventure for the taste buds.
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Mary Ann
Gloucestershire
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 31 January 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
A fabulous lunch to celebrate a birthday! Everything was absolutely perfect! The food was delicious and the wine a delight, the staff present but not intrusive in any way! We have already booked another lunch!
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Stephen
VIP
London
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on 30 January 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Exceptional food, well deserving all the awards received. Friendly, professional service, lovely wines, spacious room with an enjoyable atmosphere. Well worth a visit!
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Barbara
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 24 January 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Such a friendly place along with great food. Would recommend.
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Katharine
Gloucestershire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 24 January 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 4
A beautiful spoiling evening with artful delicious food, and great service. Can't fault it.
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Jon
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 24 January 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Excellent food and service - well worth a visit :)
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FAQs
Lumière is rated 4.9 stars by 157 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
