Weybridge’s history spans more than a thousand years, its name drawn from the ancient crossing over the River Wey. In the centuries that followed, it grew from a riverside settlement into a desirable area of Surrey, drawing industry, innovators and, later, commuters from London. In the early 1900s, the world’s first purpose-built motor racing circuit, Brooklands, brought a flash of glamour, attracting aviators, engineers and society figures.
Over the past decade, Weybridge has steadily expanded its restaurant scene. From long-standing pubs renovated for modern diners, to independent restaurants cooking with family tradition in mind, Weybridge’s food culture has found its stride. Here are five places that capture it best.
The Oatlands Chaser
On a quiet stretch of Oatlands Chase, The Oatlands Chaser is a premium British pub and restaurant. The establishment bridges the line between pub and dining room, and is known for family lunches, after-work drinks, and Sunday roasts.
The garden terrace, when weather allows, makes an easy setting for a glass of wine or an alfresco dinner.
Menus shift through the seasons, though certain staples hold their ground. Offerings include pan-fried scallops with roasted apple, slow-cooked pork belly with crisp crackling, and a 28-day aged steak cooked to order. From the Weeknight Escape Menu, butternut squash orzo is served with balsamic tomatoes, Greek-style violife, wild garlic salsa verde, cavolo nero, and togarashi. The rotisserie chicken is a steady favourite, sometimes finished with truffle or a hit of chilli, whilst the desserts keep to the classics such as lemon tarts and chocolate brownies. A concise wine list highlights quality producers, and the beer range balances craft options with familiar names. The Oatlands Chaser works equally well for nibbles and a glass of wine at the bar, or a three-course dinner on a Saturday night.
Osso Buco
Located on Church Street within the heart of Weybridge, Osso Buco opened its doors in October 2011. The Italian restaurant has a simple mission: to become part of the local community and know its diners by name. Osso Buco is run by a husband-and-wife team, with most of the staff having stayed on since the early days.
In the kitchen, chefs draw on traditions and ingredients sourced from Italy, complimented with a mix of fresh local produce. The menu includes homemade pasta, such as tagliolini with prawns and pistachio dust, regional mains like braised veal shin – the eponymous 'osso buco' from which the restaurant derives its name – and seafood offerings of seared seabass with caponata and celeriac purée. Vegetarian and gluten-free pasta options are catered for, and the drink list aligns with the culinary programme. The bar serves cocktails and spritzes, Italian vintage curated from smaller producers, and wines from the owner’s signature collection. At Osso Buco, the welcome is genuine, the food is authentic, and the returning customers of Weybridge are always more than satisfied.
The Waverley Inn
Just a short walk from Weybridge’s centre on Heath Road, The Waverley Inn has made the leap from a local pub to a destination-worthy restaurant. Independently owned and exceptionally ambitious, it combines dry-aged steaks, seafood specials, lobsters and oysters with a cocktail bar and terrace.
The kitchen specialises in premium British beef, aged in-house for up to 40 days, hand-cut by the chefs and cooked over open fire on a Robata grill. Cuts are basted in seasoned Wagyu fat for depth of flavour, whilst the daily menu stretches to Chateaubriand, T-bone, Tomahawk, and smoked sirloin, with options to add lobster or prawns for a classic surf and turf. Daily specials often include bespoke butchery cuts or lobster on the shell, and Sundays at The Waverley have their own character, with roasts specifically built for two, and sides to share. Although the drinks menu is fulfilling, the cocktail team are happy to go off menu, creating classics or favourites when the ingredients permit. Whether it’s for a perfectly cooked steak, fresh lobster, or a Sunday roast shared with friends and family, the aroma of The Waverley Inn’s grill carries just far enough to draw diners in.
The Minnow
Sitting beside the river on Thames Street, The Minnow country pub and restaurant has long been part of the Weybridge landscape. After a recent refurbishment, The Minnow offers intimate dining areas and large windows that pull in light from the water. Outside, the terrace and garden become the hot spot throughout spring and summer, with tables that fill quickly on warm evenings.
The food sits squarely in the modern British camp, with its menus carefully curated and inspired by the seasons. Fillet steaks are served with rustic thick-cut chips, caramelised Roscoff onion, sautéed mushrooms, parsley butter, or for a lighter option, the vegan-friendly Super Green Salad consists of red chicory, avocado, balsamic roasted beetroot, butternut squash, apple, samphire, and spring onion, and is drizzled with a balsamic dressing. Perfect for sharing, the Yin and Yang dessert balances white chocolate mousse and Limoncello coulis with dark chocolate mousse and black cherry, served alongside Bourbon vanilla and chocolate ice cream with a touch of popping candy. Whether dining on the terrace on a summer evening or settled indoors over a shared dessert, The Minnow feels equally at home in every season.
Thann Thai
In a town better known for its pubs and modern European menus, Thann Thai brings something different to the table. On Queens Road, this independent restaurant is home to professional Thai chefs, delivering traditional dishes that are hard to find outside of Thailand. Its roots run far from Weybridge, and in fact back to a small Thai village, where the family behind the restaurant grew marigolds and organic vegetables for local markets. Bananas and jackfruit ripened amongst the palms, and good-quality Thai food made from local produce was simply a way of life.
Back in the restaurant itself, the menu moves confidently through the Thai canon. Light starters include the chicken satay with a fragrant peanut sauce, crisp spring rolls, and delicate fish cakes scented with kaffir lime. House favourites such as tamarind duck confit, lime and chilli sea bass, and rich massaman curry are served alongside an extensive list of over twenty stir-fry dishes. Vegetarian and tofu options get the same care as the signatures, and desserts such as Kati Sod Sundae and Baked Banana complete the Thai experience. Drinks include crisp white wines paired cleanly with chilli and lemongrass, Thai beers, and a shortlist of cocktails for those making an evening of it. In Weybridge’s dining mix, Thann Thai brings a welcomed change of scenery.
Each of these restaurants reflects a different side of Weybridge’s character. Just beyond the town centre, a Thai kitchen tells its own story of tradition, a reminder that authenticity can thrive far from home. With the familiarity of the British pub, the warmth of an Italian family table, and the precision of the steakhouse, these are establishments that have earned their following by keeping standards high and knowing exactly what their guests come for.
