Food & Drink

Delicious food and dramatic views

The Cottage in the Wood is the place to meet, eat, drink and celebrate the good stuff in life. Whether you choose The Brasserie, 1919 Restaurant, Lounge Bar or Terrace you will enjoy exceptional service in a relaxed environment. Sociable and friendly we are open for Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon Tea and Dinner throughout the day.

The food and drink menus we offer are all shaped by the seasons, inspired by the landscape, and served with a sense of ease. Sip a cocktail on the Terrace, tuck-into our delicious Brasserie menu, experience 7-courses of fine dining in Malvern’s only 3AA Rosette restaurant: 1919, or simply relax in the Lounge bar with a coffee and a natter with a friend. There is no itinerary, no agenda – just space to enjoy the great food, good company and stunning views.

The Brasserie

Lunch: Wednesday – Saturday 12pm – 2pm
Sunday Lunch: 12:30pm – 2:30pm
Dinner: Everyday 6pm – 8.45pm

The Brasserie is our new relaxed dining space, offering elegant, seasonal dishes that showcase local and British ingredients in their best light. Choose from our à la carte menu or indulge in a thoughtfully crafted 5-course tasting menu—expect generous plates, bold flavours, and food designed to be savoured in a setting that feels effortlessly welcoming.

1919 Restaurant

Coming May 2025

Opening this May, the 1919 Tasting Room offers a fresh expression of fine dining at The Cottage in the Wood. With a seven-course tasting menu crafted by our Head Chef and team, the experience is curated, creative, and deeply rooted in seasonality. Intimate and elevated, it’s designed for those who appreciate precision, passion and a few surprises along the way.

Afternoon Tea

Wednesday – Sunday, 3pm – 4:30pm

Afternoon Tea is a quintessential part of our history. The Cottage in the Wood Malvern originally opened as Tea Rooms in 1919, and we still serve the best Afternoon Tea in Malvern – complete with stunning views across the Severn Valley.

Join us on the Terrace or in The Brasserie for our traditional and elegant Afternoon Tea, perfect for a celebration with family or simply as a glorious treat with friends.

The Lounge Bar

Everyday till late.

For something more informal, the Lounge Bar is open daily for drinks, light bites and easy conversation. Sink into the sofa with a coffee, sip something sparkling as the sun goes down, or enjoy a cocktail with sweeping views from Malvern Hills.

The Terrace

Everyday till late.

Our heated and covered Terrace is a year-round option for outside dining and drinking, offering the chance to enjoy an alfresco meal in comfort. Sip a glass of wine or a cocktail with friends or enjoy a tasty sandwich, steak or burger – all served with spectacular views and nature all around.