This list features all 17 restaurants that have received the awards based on reviews from Tripadvisor users, reflecting their favourite restaurants in our town.
Tripadvisor said: “Every year, we award travellers' favourite destinations, hotels, restaurants, and things to do around the world, based on reviews and ratings collected over 12 months.
"So our Travellers' Choice Awards Best of the Best winners are decided by you: real travellers from all over, sharing real opinions and stories.
“The 2026 winners are a celebration of everything we did last year – all the places we discovered and all the times we just said ‘yes’ to new adventures.”
These eateries are listed below in no particular order. Are your favourites on the list?
More information on the Tripadvisor website.
1. The Boars Head
The Boars Head is popular among travellers for its welcoming and relaxed atmosphere, complemented by cosy fires and charming decor. Service earns high marks for being friendly and attentive, with staff making efforts to accommodate special requests. Service earns high marks for being friendly and attentive, with staff making efforts to accommodate special requests. The food, particularly Sunday roasts and pub classics, receives rave reviews. Photo: Google Street View
2. Filippo's Italian Restaurant
"Set in the heart of Horsham town centre, Filippo's Italian Restaurant Pizzeria is an independent, family-run classic Italian restaurant. It has received a 5 point rating for Food Health and Hygiene. It is fully licensed and offers a wonderful range of authentic Italian and Sicilian cuisine." Photo: Google Street View
3. The Shish
"The Shish is traditional Turkish restaurant in Horsham. We are cooking home made casseroles and charcoal grill food, meze and lot more of fresh salad and Turkish bread." Photo: Google Earth
4. The George and Dragon Pub
"A cosy, rustic country pub with 200 years of history nestled in the heart of Shipley, Horsham. We are a family-owned establishment, proudly serving real ales, locally sourced ingredients, and traditional British favourites with a modern twist. Our menu is crafted by Chef Dominique Toussaint, a culinary expert with over 20 years’ experience in Michelin-starred restaurants and fine dining across the UK. Whether you’re popping in for a quiet pint, a hearty Sunday roast, or a special evening out, our warm wooden interiors and charming pub garden provide the perfect setting. We are dog-friendly and offer garden seating when weather permits. Our seasonal menus spotlight the best of West Sussex produce, while our real ales and local ciders (including the full draught Hawkstone range) reflect our commitment to backing British farming." Photo: Google Street View