Diners' Choice: Great for creative cocktails restaurants in Norfolk/Suffolk

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Michael's Bistro

4.9

4.9 (32)

£26 to £40

Bistro

Holt

About the restaurant

Welcome to Michael's Bistro, in the heart of Holt, our mission is to create a memorable dining experience by combining the finest Norfolk ingredients, Michael's travels, and a warm and inviting ambiance. Whether you're looking for a romantic dinner, a family gathering, or a special celebration, we are here for you.

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Alan

Dined 6 days ago

Great little restaurant family run and well worth a visit.

JOJO'S Kitchen & Bar

4.8

4.8 (24)

£25 and under

American

Lowestoft

About the restaurant

JOJO'S is an independent American inspired Kitchen & Bar established in 2018 by sisters Kelly & Claire. Located in the historic end of the High Street, our aim is to create a relaxed friendly atmosphere while serving the finest comfort food & craft cocktails.

We create the magic by slow cooking our ribs and hand pressing our steak burgers in house. We look to support other small family run businesses and source all our produce locally, from the butcher to the baker. This allows us to maintain the best possible quality. Our fine wines, beers, cocktails & coffee have all been carefully selected. We want to create an unforgettable JOJO'S experience.

Awards
2019 - Winner - Best Newcomer Restaurant (Suffolk) - Eat Suffolk Food & Drinks Awards.
2019 - Winner - Best New Business Of The Year (East Suffolk) - East Suffolk Business & Community Awards.

For larger tables of +8 please contact the restaurant direct to book, a pre-order would be required 48 hours prior to booking, if possible.

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Susan

Dined on Jun 15, 2025

Lovely restaurant to take your family, food and drinks are good but a little pricey

The Ffolkes

4.6

4.6 (2727)

£25 and under

Fusion / Eclectic

King's Lynn

About the restaurant

Come and Feast, Stay and Play with us here at Ffolkes... welcoming travellers to the stunning county of Norfolk.

Funky bedrooms, delicious dining and fantastic family facilities await.

Always fresh, always seasonal, we take dining very seriously and guarantee that hungry travellers will leave with full bellies and warm hearts. Ffolkes FEAST is a variety of local street food vendors all under one roof! Immerse yourself in fab food, lip-smacking drinks, Ffolkes famous cocktails and a buzzing atmosphere.
Ffolkes serves up a Brunch Feast of epic proportions daily. Fill your plate as often as you want and tuck into a selection of hot and cold options, including egg, pancake and omelette stations. In the evening, Resident FEAST traders take over the kitchen and cook up a storm. Traders include Oishii Street Kitchen, Guac & Mole, Ruchi and Ffolkes' Pie Kitchen.

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Sarah

Dined 2 days ago

Beautiful roast dinner and the pies were amazing loved the little desserts it was all perfect will be back

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The Ivy Norwich Brasserie

4.6

4.6 (7715)

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

Norwich

About the restaurant

Located within the heart of Norwich, the restaurant will offer sophisticated and friendly all-day dining to both residents and visitors alike. Whether visiting for a relaxing breakfast, working lunch, cocktails with friends or a three-course dinner, The Ivy Norwich Brasserie will add to the charm of Norwich.

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Maggie

Dined 6 days ago

Fabulous meal, restaurant and service we had lunch to celebrate our daughters 21st lovely all round experience

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4.6

4.6 (56)

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

Great Massingham

About the restaurant

Standing proudly in the middle of the village of Great Massingham, surrounded by fields but only a short drive from the stunning North Norfolk coast, The Dabbling Duck is the picture of the best of British country pubs.

Step inside the pub to a welcoming atmosphere, with a proper bar where locals gather to drink local ales, eat from our menus with dishes ranging from good casual pub classics to sophisticated seasonal dishes showcasing the very best of local produce.

Kitchen open from 8 am to 10am for breakfast and then from noon to 9 pm Monday to Saturday and 8 pm Sunday.

Tables in the garden and barn are first come first served, serving pub classics and wood fired pizzas (Fridays and Saturdays). Dogs are welcome through out.

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David

Dined 7 days ago

Great relaxing environment , nice selection of meals and good quality ingredients, well worth a visit.

Worlington Hall

4.6

4.6 (647)

£26 to £40

English

Worlington

About the restaurant

First established in 1570, Worlington Hall has welcomed guests from near and far for over 450 years through the arches of the majestic manor. The Hall is currently undergoing a sympathetic and tasteful restoration to create a serene East Anglian haven that will live on for many more years to come.

The Worlington restaurant is the heart of our hotel - locally reared meats, coastal catches and hand-picked produce take precedence, perfectly paired with our wine list, make for an evening of dining in the Suffolk countryside that's truly memorable.

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Janet

Dined 6 days ago

Beautiful food lovingly prepared. Very friendly staff. We had dinner on both nights of our stay. Spoilt for choice. If was the ist day of menu change. Cooked to perfection

The Suffolk

4.6

4.6 (236)

£41 and over

British

Aldeburgh

About the restaurant

A restaurant that celebrates the splendour of British seafood and produce from local farms.

We are delighted to use the finest of local producers, farmers, and growers of the region. Seafood will always remain our focus. Oysters from Pinneys of Orford, fresh fish from Wightman based in Lowestoft, as well as meat from Salter & King in Aldeburgh, we are incredibly lucky to work with the best.

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BarryW

Dined 3 days ago

Excellent ambience on the terrace beautiful view ambience / food and good service and local knowledge thank you

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Experience

FT Weekend Laurent- Perrier Héritage Tasting Menu

Amelia’s Bar & Kitchen

4.5

4.5 (36)

£25 and under

Mediterranean

Norwich

About the restaurant

Amelia’s Bar & Kitchen is a family-owned gem in Norwich city centre, close by to all major attractions, run by a dedicated dad and daughter duo, offering a warm, welcoming experience in a sleek and elegantly designed space with a modern twist. Perfect for any occasion, our menu showcases a delightful blend of Moroccan tajines, Mediterranean-inspired dishes, and beloved British classics.

Whether you’re joining us for brunch or an intimate dinner, we cater to all dietary needs, offering vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Pair your meal with our selection of wines, signature cocktails, and refreshing drinks.

Experience the perfect balance of family warmth, exceptional flavors, and stylish dining at Amelia’s Bar & Kitchen. Come and make memories with us!

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Jane

Dined on Jun 5, 2025

We were the only 2 in there but I think the weather may have had something to do with that! However there was no excuse for the chicken Schnitzel to be very dry inside. The waitress was superb though, I think her name was Annalise (or something like that!). She was nice and bubbly.

Rooftop Gardens

4.3

4.3 (3773)

£26 to £40

Mediterranean

Norwich

About the restaurant

Norwich's First Rooftop Bar and Restaurant located on the top floor of The Union Building. Our unique urban venue invites you to eat from our luscious modern menu, grab a drink from our vibrant bar and enjoy the stunning 360-degree panoramic views.

PARKING
Rose Lane car park – 3-min walk. 24/7.
Union Building car park – 1-min walk. Weekends, Sat-Sun: 08:00 till 18:00. Evenings, Mon-Sun: 18:00 till 08:00.

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Gary

Dined 6 days ago

A great anniversary meal, good service and food was excellent

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Dining at The Cliff Hotel

4.1

4.1 (1062)

£26 to £40

British

Gorleston

About the restaurant

Welcome to the Cliff Hotel in Gorleston-On Sea, a hotel and restaurant with unrivalled views of the Norfolk and Suffolk coast.

The Cliff Hotel dates back to 1890 when the original hotel was opened, in 1915 the building was ravaged by fire and demolished. The old staff accommodation was renovated into a new hotel, the building that we currently occupy today.

We have a vast selection of dining options from our relaxed art-deco inspired MUSE restaurant, our vibrant bar dining area or one of the biggest outside dining terraces in Norfolk.

Wherever you decide to eat our menus will give you a huge variety of choice from fresh fish to steaks and grills. Alternatively we have lighter snacks and a range of classic dishes to delight all tastes.

Why not join us for a traditional Sunday roast or a quintessentially British afternoon tea?

Our food is prepared in our kitchens to ensure the best quality and taste reaches your table.

We look forward to welcoming you.

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Maggie

Dined 4 days ago

It was a prom night so they were very busy, they still tried to accomadate all the other guests who were there. Meat quality was a little low, steak was supposed go be medium rare but was well done and full of gristle. Peppercorn sauce and chips were divine. So I think the price point was a little steep. But you are paying for the view and lovely environment. Your waitresses are very attentive and tried their best even with a hectic evening!

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Experience

Afternoon Tea (24hr booking notice)

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