Taking the top spot was Mark Birchall's two Michelin-starred, Moor Hall and he was joined in the top three by Brat and Cornerstone.
Mark only opened Moor Hall two years but has already picked up two Michelin stars and 5 AA Rosettes. Last year’s winner Kiln is placed in this year’s ranking at 15th.
This year’s list sees the highest number of restaurants in the north of the UK, in total, 46 of the top 100 restaurants named in this year’s list are situated outside London – highlighting that Britain’s best dining establishments are increasingly spread throughout the country.
The list is created by the academy of voters (200 chefs, restaurateurs, food writers and critics) and also includes special awards, John Williams was the winner of this year's Lifetime Achievement Award.
Special Awards
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Mark Birchall's Moor Hall is the UK's number 1 restaurant 2019
