The Greyhound in Beaconsfield opened in Dec 2019 with a stellar team at the helm. Owners Daniel Crump (front of house) and wife Margriet (sommelier) have a sparkling hospitality CV behind them – the roll call of Michelin starred Petrus in Knightsbridge, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay in Chelsea, The Oxford Blue in Old Windsor and Trinity in Clapham – and so there’s an attention to detail at The Greyhound that’s supremely pleasing.

Describing itself as ‘a comfortable pub and restaurant serving modern British food’ is showing wild modesty – The Greyhound is the proud purveyor of not one but three coveted AA rosettes, came a spectacular 7th in Square Meal’s Top 100 restaurants in 2026, has a well-earned spot in The Michelin Guide, and of course, is the former winner of a Muddy Award for Best Restaurant (proudly displayed in the foyer). Deep breath.

If this all sounds mouthwatering, you’ll find the Grade II-listed coaching inn just off the high street in the Old Town. Low-ceilinged and beamed but also contemporary and stylish, nothing here takes itself too seriously, and it’s visually a lot of fun. The ground floor is the more cosy and traditional of the two dining areas, while upstairs is a touch more modern. Either way, take a seat at a buttery soft leather banquette and tuck in.

Speaking of which, the à la carte menu is small but perfectly formed and always seasonal. Think beautifully spiced Berkshire lamb with dried apricot, scallops with crab bisque and a tarte tatin to write home about. Ingredients are sourced from indie local suppliers where possible and the full tasting menus and set lunches are a particular treat. There are delicious menus solely for vegans and vegetarians too.

Even better, Daniel and Margriet have just cut the ribbon on a new, more casual dining spot in Beaconsfield. Old Town Bistro cooks up Brit classics for breakfast, lunch and dinner from Weds – Sat, with epic Sunday roasts to look forward to. Just save room for the house ‘OTB’ sundae afterwards. Old Town Bistro celebrates local produce just as its elegant big sister does, and expect the same warm welcome that The Greyhound gang is known for. Watch this space for the Muddy review, coming in hot.