A man tried the UK’s cheapest Michelin star restaurant – and says it was “cheaper than a Nando’s”.
Callum Ryan, 24, paid £22.50 for a set three course meal at The Coach in Marlow, Buckinghamshire.
He opted for a heritage burrata tomato salad to start, a smoked chicken mac and cheese for main, and a lemon posset for dessert.
The content creator said the portions “filled” him up and he would “100% recommend” it.
Callum, from Wandsworth, London, said: “I honestly wasn’t sure what to expect, but I left feeling really impressed.
“I thought there was absolutely no way you could get three courses for £22.50, that’s cheaper than a Nando’s.
“With the prices being so low, I expected smaller portions. But I wasn’t disappointed at all.
“It was the perfect size and it filled me up just as much as a normal lunch would.”
Callum visited the restaurant on August 8, 2025 and said it had a lovely charm.
He said: “The staff were attentive and welcoming from the start.
“That really made the experience for me.”
Callum began with a tomato salad and said the burrata was “unreal”.
He said: “It’s not normally cheap to get anything with burrata, let alone a three-course meal for £22.50.”
The experience has changed Callum’s view of Michelin-star dining.
He said: “I feel that Michelin star restaurants have that reputation of being very prestigious and more for wealthier customers. But if you find yourself a good set menu deal like this one, it really is worth the experience.
“I am now keen to try other Michelin star restaurants around the UK and see how they compare.
“I would 100% recommend it to anyone.”
Breakdown of spend Three course set menu – £22.50
Coke – £3.50
Total spend: £26
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