The Dining Room at Whatley Manor

"There’s a serene, romantic feel to this restaurant inside the charming Whatley Manor country house, which dates back to 1802 and sports 12 acres of formal grounds. The evening starts with snacks in the kitchen, before moving on to the 7 course set menu, where the terse menu descriptions belie the detail and creativity in the artfully presented dishes, which come with some intriguing contrasts of texture and flavour. Extend your visit with an overnight stay in one of the luxurious modern bedrooms." - Michelin Inspector

"Niall Keating is now back behind the stoves at Two Michelin-Starred The Dining Room in Whatley Manor." - The MICHELIN Guide UK Editorial Team

"Head Chef Niall Keating oversees the intimate Dining Room. Start with drinks on the terrace as you watch the sun go down, then head to the impressive new kitchen, which was fully refitted at the start of the year. Here you will enjoy delectable, cleverly crafted nibbles – which may include the likes of ‘mango, tamarind glaze’ or ‘eel, citrus, aigre-doux’ – all while chatting to the team, whose passion and determination are palpable. After this, you’re led to the dining room itself: a neutral and serene spot which keeps the focus where it matters – firmly on the food. And what exceptional food it is, with dishes packed full of Niall’s personality." - The MICHELIN Guide UK Editorial Team

"The Michelin Young European Chef Award went Niall Keating of The Dining Room at Whatley Manor in Malmesbury, England. Keating's cooking balances contemporary and classic styles and features some intriguing Asian influences." - Aaron Hutcherson

"The Dining Room (at the Whatley) was awarded its first Michelin star in the 2018 MICHELIN Guide Great Britain and Ireland, a mere eight months after opening. His work there has been described as 'modern cooking [that] has a well-measured playfulness and brings together British, French and Asian flavors in an appealing multi-course set menu,' by MICHELIN Guide inspectors." - The MICHELIN Guide