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The Belgian Monk, Norwich, Norfolk

The Belgian Monk

3.9
3.9
935 Reviews
£25 and under
Belgian
The Belgian Monk, 7 Pottergate, Norwich, Norfolk NR2 1DS

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for craft beers
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
The Belgian Monk opened in December 2000. The main objective was to create something different yet to fit in with the way drinking and dining is changing. It has become a successful and established bar and restaurant, offering customers a choice of a regular selection of some 45 beers together with a selection of special beers. The menu is based on serving only the best products available freshly prepared daily, at realistic prices, in an informal relaxed "friends and family" atmosphere. It provides more than just the meal or drink but a whole Belgian experience. Now owned and run by Wursty Four Biers Ltd the new owners hope to take this fantastic venue to new heights and enhance the service style and offer. Sincerely not to be missed!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Belgian, Seafood, Beer Garden
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Rhys Lilley
  • Neighborhood
    Norwich
  • Cross street
    St Johns Alley
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wine

What 935 people are saying

The Belgian Monk reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

3.9
3.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4Food
  • 3.9Service
  • 3.9Ambience
  • 3.8Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Norfolk/Suffolk

    Lively

  • Norwich

    Good for groups

  • Norwich

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Belgian Monk offers a "great selection of beers" and a cozy atmosphere, perfect for catching up with friends. Despite some inconsistencies in service speed, patrons praise the "excellent customer service" and delicious mussels. The venue is highly regarded for its "fabulous food" and value, making it a "worthwhile visit."

935 Reviews
  1. Billy

    Norfolk/Suffolk1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Table for 2 booked on Monday 21st April at 6pm, excellent service from Elyssia. Food was of a high quality, and was reasonably priced. Quite a small pub, which was good as meant it wasn't loud at all Well worth a visit

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  2. Diana

    Oxford3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great beers and lovely food. Was quieter than expected today but still enjoyable. Everyone likes this place.

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  3. Rodney

    Norfolk/Suffolk14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a good culinary experience at The Belgian Monk and our recent visit was no exception. Great food choice well cooked and presented. Staff were excellent without exception. Very reasonable prices given the quality of food on offer. Good choice of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks available. We will be back!

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  4. Graham

    Newcastle2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great selection of beers, attentive service and nice atmosphere but food is overpriced for what you get. Tiny small plates and a disappointing tartiflette for the price of £16.50.

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  5. Carol

    Norfolk/Suffolk1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everyone enjoyed their meals. The staff were pleasant and friendly and it was a relaxing place to eat.

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  6. Brian

    Warwickshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An excellent night for the 4 of us, great food and drink and the staff were superb too. No complaints whatsoever!

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  7. Veronica

    Norfolk/Suffolk4 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on April 2, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    What a dreadful experience at the Belgian Monk yesterday! Started off with two odd wine glasses. OK, not too bad, but it was a sign of things to come. It was at least 20 mins before our order was taken - I asked about the carbonarde only to be told it was not available. My husband and brother ordered Belgian meatball but they were not available either. So they ordered sausages and I ordered vegan tartiflette as I have a dairy allergy. 30mins later I was told that they couldn't do the tartiflette but ox cheek was recommended, free of charge. Another 30 mins passed before the food came up in the dumb waiter, but mine was sent back down as it came with mash instead of chips. The chef was arguing with the server and telling her that he was "f...ing stressed", all very clearly heard in the restaurant. When the sausages and veg came to the table the veg were stone cold and the sausages not much warmer. The veg were returned to the kitchen and the chef informed that they were cold. Chef's reply was "what do they f...ing want?! Still no meal for me but other tables were being served. My husband and brother managed only two mouthfuls before saying it was inedible. We were not charged for the food - just as well. I heard other diners being told that they would not be charged for their meal. We were told that the head chef was on a day off as he had worked 60 hours, and that the assistant couldn't cope. Perhaps the restaurant should have closed. Shall never go there again!!!!!

    1 person found this helpful

  8. mitchell

    Norfolk/Suffolk1 review

    1.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Had to wait a hour and 15 minutes for are mains and the roasts where freezing cold. The servers didn’t even come over while we was waiting. Not what you expect on Mother’s Day.

    1 person found this helpful

  9. Alison VIP

    Norfolk/Suffolk14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great to catch up with friends. Meal was amazing, excellent customer service and fantastic value for money. Can’t wait to return 😃

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  10. Alison VIP

    Norfolk/Suffolk14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent catch up with friends, great food, customer service and value for money - can’t wait to return 😃

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today
Google Map for The Belgian Monk

The Belgian Monk, 7 Pottergate, Norwich, Norfolk NR2 1DS

Additional information

  • Cross street
    St Johns Alley
  • Neighborhood
    Norwich
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Belgian, Seafood, Beer Garden
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Rhys Lilley
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wine
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