10 Best Restaurants in Market Drayton

Just five minutes from the Monocoque Cabin, Joule’s Brewery in Market Drayton is a local favourite—serving excellent food in a relaxed, dog-friendly setting. As the name suggests, they also brew their own award-winning beers on site, making it a must-visit for craft beer lovers.

The brewery is currently undergoing a major expansion, promising an even better experience in the near future. Whether you’re stopping in after a countryside walk or planning an evening out, it’s well worth the short trip.

Best For: People with dogs, interested in beer or amazing food

Distance: 5 mins Drive from Monocoque Cabin

Oruna has long been a favourite with locals—and for good reason. This multi-award-winning Indian restaurant delivers bold flavours, attentive service, and a stylish setting perfect for a relaxed evening meal. Ideal for cabin guests seeking something a little spicier after a day on the canal or walking the Shropshire hills.

Best For: Couples, curry lovers, and casual date nights

Distance: 6 mins Drive from Monocoque Cabin

Set just off Cheshire Street, The Raven Café is a cosy spot offering freshly made breakfasts, lunches, and home-baked treats in a relaxed, family-run setting. Think generous portions, warm service, and a proper cup of tea. A local go-to for everything from full English breakfasts to jacket potatoes—and well-behaved dogs are welcome too.

Best for: Hearty breakfasts, relaxed lunches, dog-friendly pit stops
Distance: 6 mins from the Monocoque Cabin

Pickles is Market Drayton’s beloved café-deli hybrid—perfect for lunch, takeaway picnics, or a cosy coffee on a rainy day. Their homemade quiches, soups and cakes are ideal for refuelling after a canal-side walk with the dog.

Best for: Brunch, homemade cakes, vegetarian options
Distance: 5 mins Drive from Monocoque Cabin

A few country lanes away from the Monocoque Cabin, The Red Lion offers rustic pub dining done well. Think proper pies, open fires, and good local ales. Booking ahead is wise at weekends.

Best for: Cosy pub dinners, walkers and dog owners
Distance: 9 mins from Monocoque Cabin

A sleek, independent café where the beans are roasted to perfection and the pastries are dangerously good. A brilliant spot for a slow morning or a quick caffeine fix before hitting the local trails.

Best for: Coffee lovers, remote workers, quick breakfasts
Distance: 6 mins Drive from Monocoque Cabin

This well-established Chinese restaurant and takeaway has a loyal following, and for good reason. Expect generous portions, flavourful dishes and speedy service—ideal if you're craving comfort food back at the cabin.

Best for: Takeaway nights in, easy mid-week dinners
Distance: 6 mins drive from Monocoque Cabin

Just outside Market Drayton, the Café at Fordhall Organic Farm serves up hearty, locally sourced food with a strong focus on sustainability. Expect seasonal soups, homemade quiches, and organic cakes, all set within a working community farm with lovely walking routes and wildlife. It’s a relaxed, family-friendly spot—great for brunch or lunch after a stroll.

Best for: Organic meals, relaxed brunches, countryside café atmosphere
Distance: 8 mins from the Monocoque Cabin

Wharf Tavern is a great place, particularly for a Sunday Roast. Its also positioned along the Shropshire Union Canal. If you fancy a bit of a walk you can walk from Monocoque Cabin to the Tavern, it will take about 55mins however but it could be something to consider. 

Best for: Daytime dining, Great for Summer Days
Distance: 5 mins drive from Monocoque Cabin

Last, but not least. You can't beat a McDonalds, particularly when it is the first off-grid McDonald's in the country. This McDonalds has a number of solar panels, wind turbines and it's own wildlife garden. Probably not somewhere to go for your anniversary or other half's birthday. Nevertheless, if you are looking for a coffee whilst driving out - this is certainly worth a stop. 

Best For: A coffee break (the food is no different than other McDonalds)

Distance: 8 mins Drive from Monocoque Cabin