Welcome to Riccardo Bastardo's — an Italian trattoria in the heart of Shipston-on-Stour. Inspired by Italy but grounded in Britain, our cooking is seasonal and full of flavour: exceptional ingredients treated with care, without the formality.

The kitchen is led by John Broughton, previously Head Chef at our sister property, the Michelin-starred Royal Oak in Whatcote, with the menu shaped by chef-owner Richard Craven, whose love of Italian cooking was formed during the early years of his career in Italian-owned kitchens — earning him the nickname "Riccardo Bastardo" from his colleagues. The name stuck.

The team behind Bastardo's are all alumni of the Royal Oak, front and back of house. The wine list is curated by Solanche, our resident DipWSET.