Somerset’s Osip restaurant has achieved international recognition by being named among the world’s top 50 eateries. The prestigious Conde Nast Traveller’s hot list of 2025 features the chef-patron Merlin Labron-Johnson’s restaurant, praising it for offering “starry, sustainable dining at its very finest.” The list encompasses outstanding new dining destinations, including the likes of Parisian bistro 19 Saint Roch, New Orleans Mexican restaurant Acamaya, and Sydney’s ‘scale to tail’ eatery Saint Peter at the Grand National.
Described as a draw for global food enthusiasts, Osip’s countryside location has attracted visitors from all corners of the world, eager to savor the plant-focused creations of chef-patron Merlin Labron-Johnson. The venue’s recent relocation and expansion, referred to as “Osip 2.0,” has generated significant anticipation and interest among diners. The restaurant’s understated yet remarkable farmhouse-inspired interiors offer the perfect backdrop for Labron-Johnson’s predominantly meat and seafood-light tasting menu, sourced primarily from his nearby farm, local organic suppliers, and even his own cider production.
Additionally, the article highlights Osip’s upcoming accommodation offerings and its innovative nonalcoholic pairings, crafted from food waste and home-grown herbs—setting it apart as a truly unique and sustainable dining experience.