A Taste of Royal Ascot Restaurants 2025

The excitement of Royal Ascot isn’t just about world-class horse racing – it’s about the entire experience. When it comes to food, this year’s line-up is nothing short of spectacular, featuring the finest culinary talent  ssembled at a sporting event. With a record-breaking 29 Michelin stars between them, the chefs in residence at Ascot are setting the bar high. So, while you’re there to back your favourite horse, prepare to indulge in a gastronomic journey this June that is likely to make your taste buds race.

A Stellar Line-up of Chefs

Royal Ascot 2025 has assembled a dream team of Michelin-starred chefs, with an individual flair for pushing culinary boundaries. Whether you’re an aficionado of refined French dining or a lover of seasonal British ingredients, you will mount easily into one of the fine dining saddles. I trotted with no hurdles through the courses in the chandeliered setting of the glamorous Maine Mayfair for a preview taste of what to expect from the Royal Ascot restaurants this year. The star-studded chefs were game enough to be interrogated, charmingly, by Clodagh McKenna, Irish chef, author and wife of Harry Herbert, Racing Manager, The Royal Ascot Racing Club. 

Let’s start with the Chef who's synonymous with fine dining at Royal Ascot: Raymond Blanc OBE, who I've been privileged to know for 30 years. A Royal Ascot staple for a decade, Blanc brings his expertise from Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons to the Panoramic Restaurant in the Royal Enclosure. His four-course lunch menu, complemented by sweeping views of the track and the London skyline, offers a dining experience as thrilling and refined as the event itself. 

Simon Rogan, a man who brings nine Michelin stars to his crown, returns for his seventh year with his iconic "farm-to-fork" ethos. His Parade Ring Restaurant will feature a five-course à la carte lunch, showcasing seasonal produce that make every bite a celebration of nature.

Jonathan Parker, Managing Director, 1711 by Ascot commented, "Fine Dining at Royal Ascot has gone from strength to strength, and each year we strive to elevate the experience. This year is no exception with Royal Ascot 2025 set to be the world’s most Michelin-starred sporting event, with a collective 29 stars. We’re delighted to celebrate Raymond Blanc’s tenth year as Chef Patron, a milestone that underscores his enduring brilliance. We’re also thrilled to welcome superstar chef Yannick Alléno for his debut, alongside a remarkable lineup of talent that reflects the innovation and style of both the global and domestic culinary scene.”

Chef Yannick Alléno will debut a brand-new pop-up concept at Royal Ascot. With just 15 Michelin stars to his name, Yannick brings his cutting-edge approach to French cuisine to Ascot for the first time. His al fresco small plate tasting menu, inspired by Bar Antoine at the Four Seasons Hotel London on Park Lane, aims to deliver fresh flavours with a creative twist.

How we love a sweet ending. Master Pâtissier Benoit Blin makes his debut with a Royal Ascot Afternoon Tea like no other. Drawing from over 30 years of expertise at top-tier venues like Belmond Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons and the Ritz Paris, Benoit is famed for his ability to remarkably remaster the simple British Afternoon Tea with his trademark Normandy flair.

If you’re looking to indulge in other unique dining experiences, Lisa Goodwin-Allen returns to ON 5 in the Queen Anne Enclosure, offering a four-course lunch with seasonal ingredients. Over at The Vista, Tom Barnes will be serving a six-course tasting menu paired with fine wines, all from an open kitchen where diners can watch the culinary magic unfold.

Don’t miss Tom Booton, whose vibrant, fresh approach to British ingredients has earned him a spot at the Royal Enclosure Gardens for the fourth year running. For a more relaxed yet equally stylish experience, James Tanner returns to The Deck in the Queen Anne Enclosure, offering a three-course menu perfectly suited to the social atmosphere of the event. 

Finally, Tom Shepherd, renowned for his seasonal, flavour-driven dishes, brings his Michelin-starred expertise to The Sandringham, Royal Enclosure. His unique four-course chef stations will give guests the flexibility to savour an array of dishes while soaking in the inimitable Royal Ascot atmosphere. 

Royal Ascot 17th – 21st June 2025, find out more and book tickets via ascot.com