Eating and Drinking

Albero Lounge is a spacious café-bar overlooking Bedford's riverside, serving breakfast through to evening meals. Its relaxed atmosphere, extensive menu and waterside location make it a popular destination throughout the day.

Amici serves authentic Italian and Mediterranean dishes in a welcoming family-run setting. Fresh ingredients and traditional recipes create a genuine taste of Italy in Bedford.

Archer’s Rest Café & Bistro is a relaxed, family-friendly café beside Great Denham Country Park, serving a range of café and bistro-style food and drinks. With indoor and outdoor seating, dog water bowls and a playground right next door, it’s a great stop for families, walkers and dog owners.

Enjoy a stylish night out at Astons Bedford, an exclusive over-30s members' lounge and nightclub in the heart of Bedford. Expect cocktails, live music, themed nights, DJs and a vibrant dance floor in an elegant setting perfect for evenings with friends.

Auction House on Duke Street is a lively Bedford bar offering a relaxed atmosphere, drinks and good food in the heart of the town centre. Over 21s only, it’s a great spot for meeting friends, enjoying a night out and soaking up Bedford’s evening atmosphere.

BBTea specialises in freshly made bubble tea, fruit teas, milk teas and sweet treats. Its colourful drinks and modern café atmosphere have made it popular with younger visitors.

Bedford Cat Café offers visitors the chance to enjoy drinks and light refreshments while spending time with resident rescue cats. The unique concept provides a relaxing experience for animal lovers of all ages.

Blue Monk is a Nepalese and Indian restaurant on Bedford High Street, offering a contemporary take on dishes from the Indian subcontinent. The menu combines traditional curries and tandoori grills with Nepalese specialities such as momos and chow-chow noodles, alongside seafood and vegetarian options. The restaurant also offers dine-in, takeaway and delivery, making it a versatile choice for enjoying Nepalese and Indian cuisine in central Bedford.

New to Bedford’s food scene, Box Al Arabi has opened on North Parade, bringing a fresh fast-food option to the town centre. With late opening hours and a menu focused on Middle Eastern-inspired street food, it’s already attracting attention as a new spot to try in Bedford.

Brewpoint Taproom & Brewery is Wells & Co.'s state-of-the-art brewery, taproom and restaurant in Bedford, combining a working brewery with a vibrant social space serving freshly brewed beers, artisan food and locally roasted coffee.

Cafe Dhaba in Great Denham serves authentic Indian cuisine in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Enjoy flavour-packed curries, tandoori favourites and freshly prepared dishes, perfect for a casual meal with family or friends.