The Best Restaurants in Dorking, Surrey, United Kingdom (2025)

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Sorrel Restaurant

77 South St, Dorking RH4 2JU, UK

4.8 (320 reviews) Price Level: $ $ $ $ $

Phone: 01306 889414

“The most stunning experience and unbelievable combination of flavours, textures and science. Everything from the vibe, food and wine pairing were perfect. Steve is a humble genius and its reflective in everything he does and the vibe he’s created.”

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a year ago
5.0

Fantastic culinary experience at Sorrel on Thursday evening! Had the taster menu with wine flight and it was an incredible treat, very clever indeed! Even got invited to look in the kitchen, looking to return in summer! For me the dishes that stood out the most were the scallop, barbecued quail, supplementary cheese course and the blackberry waldorf dessert.

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a year ago
5.0

Second time at the restaurant, and it was a wonderful experience. It was a mini honeymoon as we got married the day before. We went for the wine flight too and was served by Luke(?) who was very interesting and served some incredible wines. Flora (we think that was her name!) was our server and she was exceptional. And finally, the food was just brilliant and so so tasty. It felt a bit like having the best food we've had in ages in a family home type vibe, so lovely was the atmosphere. Obviously it cost and arm and a leg, but it's really worth it and you must have this kind of restaurant experience at least once if you're able to, especially for a special occasion, or if someone else if paying! Thanks again for making the effort with the flowers, personal menu etc. It meant a lot! Cheers, Dave and Chloe.

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3 months ago
4.0

The food was very delicious, the setting is pleasant and the seats are very comfortable. The service was very friendly, described all the meals well but unfortunately they were rather slow, it took several courses until we got to order wine, another wait was for the bill. In a casual restaurant we would not mind but when paying £400+ for the meal for two, we would expect much more.

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2 years ago
5.0

I think Sorrel is one of the best restaurant I ever visit in Surrey Area , here is in UK since 9 years I live in this country. I am always amaze how the chefs are preparing this finest food by seeing the presentation with perfect real délice. We was 6 of us, and all my friends enjoying the food, from beginning till end of Degustation menu which the only one choice , and it was perfect, also the Wine list a lots of choice. Love the ambiance of the restaurant , so cosy and relax old house . And the service was also correct , so after all just perfect fine dinning restaurant in Surrey area. I am glad and happy as all my friends they like it and keep thanking me by introducing this place. Sure and certainly I’ll be back again before I left this country. Highly recommended for those who knows the real fine dinning restaurant with high quality food.

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Nearby Landmarks:

  • The Cricketers Inn – 9 m away
  • Waitrose & Partners – 249 m away
  • Sabre Insurance Company Limited – 51 m away
  • Lidl – 210 m away
  • Sainsbury's – 349 m away
Roosters Kitchen

7 London Rd, Dorking RH4 1RQ, UK

4.8 (457 reviews) Price Level: $ $ $ $ $

Phone: 01306 640875

“Absolutely amazing restaurant. Food is beautifully served with large portion sizes at a reasonable price. I would recommend either having lots mezze or having a main as having both can easily lead to ordering too much food. The service very efficient and friendly and they were kind enough to put our excess food in boxes to take away, rather than have us do it ourselves.”

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Nearby Landmarks:

  • Dorking Halls – 85 m away
  • Dorking Sports Centre – 110 m away
  • bp – 53 m away
  • KFC Dorking - High Street – 66 m away
  • Anytime Fitness Dorking – 47 m away
ARRACK

45 Dene St, Dorking RH4 2DW, UK

4.8 (103 reviews) Price Level: $ $ $ $ $

Phone: 01306 888454

“Found this unique gem off the main drag in Dorking on a mini pub crawl... only came in for beers not knowing anything about the fabulous fusion of Sri Lankan food, and its still a proper pub! Had great tap beers and small bites - mutton rolls & fried whitefish / whitebait, served by super friendly staff who also love dogs! Came back the next week on a quiet wet night with my son, this time focus was the food, we weren't disappointed. 3 starters for £12.95 (popcorn chicken, whitebait, prawn tempura) followed by fish cutlets and spicy fries - definitely my favorite 'fish & chips' We only tried fried dishes this visit, but all were really well cooked, nothing greasy (or mullered either!). Can't wait to come back and try the curry's, hear the Sunday buffet is excellent. Chefs Samantha & Yohan with a great bar team headed by lovely Jane, but credit to the enthusiast Ellen who won us over the first visit to have more than just a few beers to resume our 'crawl' We'll be back!”

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Parking Options:

Paid Street Parking

Nearby Landmarks:

  • Marks and Spencer – 240 m away
  • Subway – 105 m away
  • Sainsbury's – 263 m away
  • The White Horse – 121 m away
  • The Deepdene Trail – 457 m away
Tikka Nation

41 - 43 High St, Dorking RH4 1AR, UK

4.5 (262 reviews) Price Level: $ $ $ $ $

Phone: 01306 877003

“Me and my friend had an occasion to try some food here. Must say people working there were really nice and helpful. We order quiet a lot of food, dished were served quiet quickly, All the starters were delicious, mains piping hot, the only down hill was a lamb curry which I would of expect to taste bit difrent. But other than that I would recommend this place to everyone.”

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Nearby Landmarks:

  • Sainsbury's – 32 m away
  • Waitrose & Partners – 180 m away
  • Marks and Spencer – 153 m away
  • Starbucks – 32 m away
  • Dorking Wanderers Football Club – 304 m away
The Old House

Old House at Home, 24 West St, Dorking RH4 1BY, UK

4.5 (578 reviews) Price Level: $ $ $ $ $

Phone: 01306 284100

“Pub 2 of our mini Dorking pub crawl. An absolutely fantastic pub. The barman even let us into the 'Narnia' room (Last Pic) which is closed currently but will be open once they refurbish it. Another dog friendly pub.”

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Nearby Landmarks:

  • Head For The Hills – 28 m away
  • Waitrose & Partners – 147 m away
  • Marks and Spencer – 349 m away
  • Sainsbury's – 262 m away
  • Cobbetts Beer Shop & Micropub – 15 m away
My Old Comodor

62 High St, Dorking RH4 1AY, UK

4.5 (57 reviews) Price Level: $ $ $ $ $

Phone: 01306 735024

“Very pleasant, bright restaurant! I loved the art on the walls and the friendly local atmosphere. It was Sunday afternoon and quite a few people ordered the roast but apparently it was so popular they'd run out before I got there! Personally, I ordered the mushroom burger. Very flavorful and everything nicely cooked. I found the side salad refreshing, that's a great addition. Would definitely return if in Dorking again!”

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Nearby Landmarks:

  • Sainsbury's – 43 m away
  • Marks and Spencer – 143 m away
  • Waitrose & Partners – 193 m away
  • St Martin's Church – 175 m away
  • Dorking Wanderers Football Club – 300 m away
The Queen's Head

Horsham Rd, Dorking RH4 2JS, UK

4.5 (689 reviews) Price Level: $ $ $ $ $

Phone: 01306 883041

“An excellent dining experience with superlative food but let down by the service. The pub is lovely. Really nicely decorated, feels welcoming and warm but still a sense of modernism. Great for smaller and bigger groups. The food is fantastic. Really really excellent. Had the Sunday lunch - superb. Probably one of the best I’ve had. Everything was done very well. Giving a 4 stars as the service let it down. Service was friendly and good when we had it. Otherwise it was quite inattentive and slightly frustrating. I think they just need more servers. Otherwise, highly recommend”

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Parking Options:

Free Street Parking

Nearby Landmarks:

  • The Nower – 437 m away
  • Lidl – 283 m away
  • Waitrose & Partners – 409 m away
  • St Joseph's Church – 224 m away
  • Sabre Insurance Company Limited – 113 m away
The White Horse

High St, Dorking RH4 1BE, UK

4.3 (670 reviews) Price Level: $ $ $ $ $

Phone: 01306 881138

“This establishment offers a refreshing twist on the traditional British pub experience, and that’s precisely what sets it apart. The food is of good quality, with every dish thoughtfully prepared and presented. Service is excellent with attentive and friendly staff ensuring a seamless dining experience. While the pricing leans toward the higher end, the quality of the food and service more than justifies the cost, making it a worthwhile for a memorable outing. The ambiance is clean, quiet, and inviting; perfect for those who prefer a more refined atmosphere. Additionally, the attention to detail extends to the facilities, with clean restrooms stocked with good quality toiletries, which further enhances the overall experience. This is a standout venue that I highly recommend to those seeking an elevated pub experience.”

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Free Parking Lot

Nearby Landmarks:

  • Marks and Spencer – 114 m away
  • St Martin's Walk Shopping Centre – 102 m away
  • Sainsbury's – 169 m away
  • Dorking Wanderers Football Club – 307 m away
  • St Martin's Church – 147 m away
Rialto Lounge

33 South St, Dorking RH4 2JZ, UK

4.4 (412 reviews) Price Level: $ $ $ $ $

Phone: 01306 742885

“I visited on a business trip and was not disappointed. The service was extremely friendly and helpful. They food was great and the menu nicely varied. Of course, we had gelato for dessert! I chose two different flavours and I hope to sample more if I end up in the area again. Thank you for a lovely evening! Pictured is the gorgeous starter I enjoyed.”

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Parking Options:

Paid Parking Lot Free Street Parking

Nearby Landmarks:

  • Waitrose & Partners – 102 m away
  • Marks and Spencer – 393 m away
  • Sainsbury's – 217 m away
  • Peppe's Cafe – 45 m away
  • Lidl – 221 m away
The Watermill

Reigate Rd, Dorking RH4 1NN, UK

4.3 (2433 reviews) Price Level: $ $ $ $ $

Phone: 01306 883248

“Make sure you book a table outside, the views of box hill are incredible. If you are here in the evening, they have blankets for outside and the fire, so it’s feels very cosy and romantic. The food here is brilliant, I recommend the lamb, the hake (sometimes on the specials board), the roast dinners! Portions are large, and great value for money. Staff here are really friendly, and sometimes they have live music on a Friday night.”

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Parking Options:

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Nearby Landmarks:

  • Travelodge Dorking – 401 m away
  • Tesco Express – 452 m away
Smith & Western - Boxhill

Boxhill Rd, Tadworth KT20 7LB, UK

4.4 (2730 reviews) Price Level: $ $ $ $ $

Phone: 01737 841666

“Amazing place to go out and eat with friends and family. You really think that you are taking part in a Western movie with Cowboys 🤠 and Indians ❤️ Service was fantastic 👏 👌 It didn't take long for us to get our incredible Burgers 😋 😋 😋 😍 And about the deserts 🏜 😏 oh my God! Delicious. I'm going back there again, for sure!”

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