Chalk and Cheese in King's Lynn and West Norfolk

What a fantastic quaint B&B. The room was comfortable, warm, and had everything we needed. Cups etc were replenished and milk and water was available in a fridge. The owners were lovely very friendly and extremely helpful in organising taxis, food and catering to our every need- including early check in, allergies etc. We really appreciated it. Would definitely stay in this quirky, friendly place again.

We stayed here just overnight and were pleased to find we had been upgraded. We stayed in the workshop which was very cosy and beautifully furnished. I loved the bed. Our breakfast was cooked to order and all the food was of the best quality. Thank you for a lovely stay

My wife and I were on honeymoon and had visited Oxburgh Hall, and it was too late to drive home. On the spur of the moment we decided to stay one night B & B and chose Chalk and Cheese. When we arrived Andrew was most helpful and offered us the room with a four poster bed. He also made available to us some freebie toiletries as we had come out unprepared for a stopover. The room and the bed were fantastic and so comfortable. His dog Lottie was lovely and really took to me. The house was just my cup of tea, with many antiquities and decorative attractions. The Shower was excellent. There was an amazing attention to detail. The breakfast was terrific. If I could give a 6 bullet rating I would! Thank you Andrew.

My friend and I stayed here just the one night whilst taking part in a tour of East Anglia cycle ride. Andrew and Bridget were very accommodating by putting our bikes away as well as allowing my wife (support driver) to join us for breakfast. The room was cozy, comfortable and clean. The bathroom was well equipped and did all that a bathroom should. Breakfast was delicious as we were waited on by Bridget. I would loved to have stayed longer, I sense a return visit. Lovely people, great value and a wonderful location. Also, you just eat at the local, it's really very nice.

Stayed here for just one night when attending a wedding at red barn but could have stayed longer. Andrew and Bridget the proprietors where very friendly and helpfull! Booked our taxis, made us a lovely pot of tea on arrival to enjoy in front of a roaring fire with the days newspapers! If you want to escape the rat race in amazing surroundings ....spend a night or two here. The aladins cave of curious will keep you occupied for hours with books ornaments and all kinds of unusual thing from all over the world. There is also an antique shop to brows. I bought a few bargains here 😊. The four poster bed was amazingly comfortable and the breakfast first class, with lots of choice including fresh berrys and a delicious cooked breakfast. Will be returning next time i need to escape for a night. Thank you Andrew and Bridget for a wonderfull stay.

It was a last minute booking for us and we couldn't of been made more welcome. Two lovely dogs came to say hi also. What can I say but wow, loved all the bits that were in this building. Our room was lovely a massive 4 poster bed so comfy. Bridget gave us information about where to eat as they had finished there service. Will go again.

My wife and I stopped here the night of a friend's wedding reception at the pub across the road. As soon as we walked up to the building (an amazing exterior in itself!), we were greeted by the owners and some locals doing a bit of DIY outside. Everyone was so friendly and happy to chat to us! The interior of the building is unexplainable, you have to see it to believe it! Quirky and eclectic just doesn't do it justice, wow! We were shown to our room which was again amazing and just what we needed for a quick afternoon nap to sleep off the hangover! The owners were so helpful and helped us out with anything and everything! To top it off we awoke from our nap to find one of the dogs sleeping outside our room which just made everything even more homely (we have 2 dogs ourselves). The dogs are really friendly and love a good scratch! Off we went to the reception across the green, returning early the next morning it was a treat to return to such a lovely room with a gorgeous bed!! The next morning obviously feeling a bit fragile we ventured downstairs for some breakfast. There wasn't really a menu, the chef/owner basically just said he could Cook whatever we wanted! This was the perfect way to start the recovery from the night before and the breakfast was gorgeous! After getting our bags together we had a wander around the antiques shop next door which was an absolute treasure trove in itself! An incredible place with friendly and welcoming staff. Our only regret was that we couldn't stay longer. Will definitely return!

We took our Daughter, her Partner and Baby for Sunday Lunch. This was their first time at Chalk and Cheese and they were so impressed with the informality of the reception room and Bar. The Restaurant is a mix and match of furnishings and crockery. But this is all part of the charm of Chalk and Cheese. Sunday Lunch was excellent and extra portions of meat and vegetables were offered without us asking. This was not the first visit by my wife and I and it certainly won't be our last. Our thanks to the owners and staff for making this a memorable occasion. John & Anne@ Burrettfield

Una cama espléndida y desayuno, dirigido por una pareja de lo más acogedor, lleno de antigüedades y objetos y objetos de arte. Aparcamiento justo fuera. También tiene una buena tienda de antigüedades.

If I was to help myself to breakfast, I would have not put myself that much, But well enjoyed, and it was hot.

It's a really interesting place but I've just done Christmas lunch here at the suggestion of a friend and the bill for seven adults came to over £500 - that's more than £73 each for just the basic set menu. It wasn't even as though we'd even added lots of drinks to the bill. Put in context that's more than I spend on food and drink at home in a fortnight and quite honestly it wasn't worth it! That experience was enough to put me off ever going back there.

This place is a treasure trove of randomness inside. Interesting building. Very friendly staff. Go with no expectations and enjoy the experience. Food is OK. Service slow. But the experience is a unique one.

We popped in to pick up a menu but didn't return to eat as the smell of wet dog was unbearable! Such a shame as it is a lovely building, decorated well and they have a proper pizza oven.

Incredibly welcoming staff (and dogs). Lovely interior, board games and fire in the cold weather. Reasonably priced, and staff were very accommodating for dietary requirements. Would definitely return :)

A relaxing evening ,a small but good menu, Sunday lunch this is the place to go, good portions of home made food. Not the usual Norfolk grub piled on a plate with loads of vegetables floating in gravy! Polite staff, no attitude, mind you the owners are pleasant intelligent people.. I would recommend

Wow, what a venue. This place is full of character and serves excellent food. The staff are very friendly and are happy to cater for all your needs. They have some good wines.

We Visited on a very warm summers evening and therefore were able to appreciate the setting in which this very well kept secret is located. We were one of the first dining guests to arrive (they are also a bed and breakfast) and were greeted at the door by a very lovely lady and two very lovely, friendly dogs (the dogs were put away almost immediately after our arrival) We were taken through and seated at a snug table by the bar and served our drinks while looking at the menu, the service was quick and once we had ordered our food we were offered nibbles to keep us going, which were very nice indeed! After about a 10 minute wait the waitress came and asked us to follow her to our table which was in the beautiful conservatory, almost immediately after sitting down we were served fresh bread and very shortly after, our pizzas arrived. The pizzas were absolutely delicious! I had the Hawaiian which had proper, thick ham (almost gammon) and nice big chunks of pineapple on. My partner had the peri chicken which he said was perfect, the chicken was cooked well and it wasn't too spicy. Dessert was also very nice. Couldn't fault the meal at all and will definitely be returning.

I heard about this little place through the grape vine. Being told that it is a lovely place and very quirky. The kind of thing I would be interested in and told that it had great food. My visit... Was... Different...We arrived at about 7:30 after having booked a table. There wasn't much parking available so we parked away from the venue only to be greeted by a man in the car park. Who greeted us inside. We said we had booked a table for the evening to which he seemed very pleased and sat us down in the very lovely and well decorated bar area. It was a fabulous place to look at roaring fires and very warm and welcoming. They had their dogs running around the bar area which wasn't an issue for us as we are both dog people and we weren't in the restaurant... Yet. The menu was sparse mainly consisting of pizza as their speciality. We ordered and were then given nibbles while we waitedWe then were taken through to the restaurant which was basically like a conservatory in a house with a few set tables it was really lovely. Our starter came out and was presented very nicely and tasted delicious. We thought we were on to a winner. However, after the starter it sort of went downhill from there. Unfortunately the dog kept coming in to the restaurant area where we and others were eating. This is highly unhygienic and really put me off. Our mains came out and my partner had ordered a steak cooked M/R and I, one of the pizzas with a side order of chips. The steak was very thin and not Cooked to what we had asked. It was a greyish colour and had no flavour. It just looked like the frying steak you get in supermarkets. Not what was advertised on the menu. The chef then came to our table and rudely interrupted asking who had the steak? To which my partner nodded. The chef said "that's a great bit of steak that, best you'll find". And then left. To top this off the dog had been in and out numerous times and my chips tasted like they had been cooked in very old oil. The dog then ran into the kitchen and that just did it for me. Safe to say I probably won't return after my experience. However, the decor is phenomenal and a really fantastic building and the people are very friendly. Unfortunately the food was atrocious and it really let it down.

Freshly made dough and cooked in a stone baked oven. Large portion, but Andrew heated my leftovers for my lunch the next day. :-)

Well worth a visit lovely food ,people,great service and a very relaxing atmosphere.will definitely re visit and also return in the daytime to visit deli and have a coffee

With many restaurants following a similar formula this place is the complete antithesis. I went in and saw such an array of sights/objects, was welcomed by the owners, and shown a table - I knew this place had a way of its own of working so sat back and relaxed. I asked if they could do a toasted cheese sandwich (it was not on the menu) and they made me a delicious sandwich - very happy with that.Even the loos were decorated with interesting objects and books - that could create a queue!Will definately return when next back in the area.

Third visit to this charming, quirky restaurant, which will probably be my last. Our first visit was very good and everything was great. Second visit about 18 months ago not so good as one of the desserts served to one of our party of six was shop bought arctic roll! The latest visit - main course delicious, dessert consisted of tinned peaches and cold pancakes from a packet for which we were charged £3.50! Really not good enough!

We visited Chalk and Cheese on the off chance one Thursday evening without booking. Unfortunately the restaurant wasn't cooking, but we met two friendly dogs and two equally friendly and helpful owners. Over a drink, we booked for the following evening and the owners organised us a table at a nearby pub for the evening.Come Friday evening we were looking forward to meeting our hosts again and enjoying their hospitality. Once again we weren't disappointed. The pizza was recommended along with scollops for a starter. The meal was great and in a very relaxed atmosphere we chatted to some of the more regular customers.This is a great place for a relaxed meal in unique surrounding and friendly atmosphere this is spot on. psThe real ale is good too!!

Six of us enjoyed a really fine Sunday lunch at this unique restaurant. Our pre lunch drinks, served in the delightful lounge area, were accompanied by tasty nibbles, courtesy of Mine Host. The menu, though not extensive, adequately catered for our varied tastes. The wine list offered a comprehensive selection, modestly priced. The staff were helpful, cheerful and efficient.

Some friends introduced us to the Chalk and Cheese yesterday for lunch. It is one of the most interesting restaurants I have ever been to and can't wait to go back and stay at the B & B which looks great. It is very difficult to describe this old school house as it is so different and interesting. We weren't expected so the owner Andrew 'cobbled' together a menu for us while we played with Lottie their 5 month old puppy. The food was well cooked, chips delicious and they have a good selection of wine. Lovely atmosphere which I should think is even better in the evening with the fire on. Don't go if you're a fan of bland modern restaurants, in fact don't go at all - leave it for us!

Three of us went for lunch and disappointed with the menu. It was very basic and things I can throw together in minutes at home. One of the desserts was packaged crepes and canned fruit. We will probably not return for lunch.

We heard of this place by chance...and upon arriving we were really amazedFormerly an old school each classroom is now either seating area or dining roomsThe food was really nice....we had the Sunday roastGoing to try an evening meal soon

Looked on trip advisor before we went and at their website (detailed menus and prices are not available on their website) we had no idea of cost or if it would have child friendly meals so we're a little apprehensive. When we got there the setup is really querky and pleasant, when we looked at the menu as stated on here before it was small, and I did not realise it was a set meal, so starter and main or main and desert for £18.95. You could have all three but cannot remember how much that was. Definitely not child friendly unless your child likes thin crust basic hand made pizza. I had soup and margarita pizza which I think is the most expensive I have had and certainly very average, infact our child did not eat. Very disappointed, overpriced and would not return.

Very nice pizza and glass of Italian red. Also enjoyed Ploughman's lunch. Good selection of local, and more common, beers.

Amazing place really quirky, made to feel welcome, food was excellent along with the service,had a really lovely evening can't wait to go again.

Really great wood-fired pizzas, lovely staff & a very quirky unique setting. Wouldn't hesitate to visit again next time I'm in Norfolk.

I took my partner here for his 30th birthday to stay and to have a meal in the evening. We were greeted warmly and shown to our room which was spacious, clean and decorated to a lovely high standard. There had been a mix up with the rooms but we were very happy with the one we were given instead and the owner was most apologetic, not that it was necessary. It was a really hot day and we enjoyed some drinks in the garden and were joined by 2 lovely cats. As for our meal, I had forewarned the Chalk and Cheese that it was a birthday treat for my partner and they kindly provided table decorations and a waffle adorned with chocolate, sprinkles and a candle for his dessert. The food was good, home cooked and tasty. If you're looking for fine dining, this isn't the place, but we really enjoyed our selections. There is also a good choice of beer, wine and spirits. The stand-out features for us though were the wonderful, welcoming and friendly staff who couldn't do enough for us, and the truly delightful decor. I think a previous reviewer mentioned Hogwarts, the eclectic mix of knick-knacks and a beautiful old building made our stay all the more unique and enjoyable. If modern, minimalistic surroundings and fine dining is what you're looking for, this isn't for you, but if you want a unique, relaxed and fun experience, with lovely food, warm hosts and a great pint, all for a reasonable price, I couldn't recommend this place enough, we hope to be back in the future. Oh! and the brekkie was fab too.

We visited the Chalk and Cheese yesterday on our way past. The building itself it incredible! An amazing eclectic collection of decor and a wonderful setting. Sadly the staff and owners don't reflect the quirky style. They lacked personality and we didn't feel welcome at all. The cake was dry. We asked for chocolate cake, and it was in fact chocolate and orange and the coffees were in tea cups, only 3/4 filled. The regulars seemed to even frown at us.

Well nothing will prepare you for a visit to this restaurant,a school hall filled with bric a brac and items from old pubs and churches.The huge very comfortable sofas were very welcoming aswell as the owners.The menu is quite small but food was cooked well and not over priced.I recommend you popping in a least once to experience this Hogwarts in the middle of the Norfolk countryside.

Very limited menu with pizzas taking up half. None of our group of 4 had a pizza but they looked good and seemed to be appreciated on the next table. We had either sea bass or haddock which were simply done but very tasty. The puddings were also simple but tasty - very good. I would particularly commend the bar area and the draught bitter (perhaps a little cold though).We spent a pleasant couple of hours in a nice environment eating and drinking well. Who could ask for more.

This was our third visit. each time the food has been superb. The menu is small but perfectly formed. The atmosphere relaxed and friendly.The owners and staff alway friendly and attentive but not obtrusive. We did not see the friendly family dog tonight i hope he is ok?I strongly recomend this restaurant.I

We visited this quirky resturant with friends tonight. While the staff were friendly and the ambience great the food was lack lustre. I hate eating simple food badly sourced and cooked. Also poor value for money.What are people eating at home to then give good praise to this poor catering.Never again

This delightful family run restaurant never fails to please. We received a personal welcome from the owner/ chef. The bar area is comfortable with squishy sofas and filled with interesting object d'Art with a retro feel. Newspapers are available too.Vegetarian options are available. I had the chicken Caesar salad which came with large chunks of tender chicken. Local produce is used. There is also a lovely Village Shop with an art gallery attached.

We had friends visiting and so we decided to try Sunday lunch at the Chalk & Cheese. What a lovely surprise we had - and that was just when we walked through the door and saw what an eccentric, but relaxing, place it is! We all had a drink first in the bar. We then went through to lunch in the Orangery - such an airy, appealing room, even with the current spell of warm weather. The food was just perfect - the men both had roast pork (with scrummy crackling on the side) and us girls had roast chicken with generous helpings of perfectly cooked veg. We all then had puds which were equally enjoyable, although we nearly needed a lie down on a settee afterwards! All in all, it was an unexpected surprise to find somewhere with such a lovely atmosphere and delicious food, together with friendly but efficient service. Thanks for a wonderful Sunday lunch. We just need to think of another excuse to visit - soon!

It is very rare to find somewhere with real character, but this is one. The place is full of eclectic curios, but it doesn't feel in the slightest bit contrived - so many pubs and restaurants look as though someone's been sent out to buy a ton of crap to nail to the walls to give the place 'character'.We'd heard good things about the pizzas here, so decided to order a couple. After some freshly baked bread and olives and a drink in the bar (the Warsteiner was lovely, the Bitburger a bit watery) the very friendly owner took us via the kitchen (to see our pizzas being baked in the wood-fired stone oven) to the restaurant in a conservatory.When the pizzas arrived they were huge and very tasty. I'll definitely be back to sample some of the other delicious-looking dishes on the menu.

I visited my parents in Shouldham (travelled from New Zealand) and got to know the Chalk and Cheese quite well - my friend from Scotland came to visit and stayed at the C & C and was upgraded to the wonderful double room complete with a 4 poster bed! We spend most evenings in the bar surrounded by the gorgeous decor that is full of character - cluttered by homely, warm and friendly. Like settling in your own lounge at home, it is difficult to leave - be warned!Thanks Bridget and Andrew for making Jane's stay so wonderful, for making us so welcome, and for what you are doing to promote Shouldham.Linda

Booked for Sunday lunch with guests. Ale is good but whoever cooked needs lessons. Starters poor but edible, cold haloumi, yuk. Toad in the hole, very very burnt with the top sliced off to remove the worst. Roast beef, was not beef sliced off a roast, tough and overcooked, another burnt yorkshire pud, turned upside down in the hope we wouldnt notice. Burnt potatoes. Veg to go with the mains (5 adults) smothered in white sauce and only a small bowl for us all, no where near enough veg. Didnt wait to be offerd puddings, we paid and left, appauling, shame its our nearest eaterie! Wont be back! Over priced for food only fit for the bin.

First, I have to declare an interest...Andrew has been a person of note in the real ale world locally to me for some years, first opening a bar at Downham Market Railway Station some years ago to much local acclaim and a mention in the CAMRA guide in recent years.Then selling up to start this venture.I only went along in the past few months, for the ale in particular; Andrew knows his real ale and his cellar is clearly well kept with good local ale on offer... 10/10 for this as usual.Now the food...Pizza; very nice, however a little pricey and the range is limited. The remainder of the menu appears good on paper, and certainly other diners meals looked well prepared and something I would consider eating..The accommodation looks of a high standard, and where I would consider staying if I didn't live locally.I will certainly continue to use this venue, but not eat at on a regular basis.Unrelated, the village of Shouldham is a delightful setting and within walking distance, Forestry Commission land in the form of Shouldham Warren is worth a wander around.

I visited this gastro pub after I went in to the farm shop and spoke to the chap who owned it. When we arrived the place was just delightful. Country chic with a hint of a wacky eccentric edge. Interesting music playing and really enticing surroundings. The food too was lovely and the portions were great. However, the staff where unfriendly and I felt they snubbed me a bit as I did not fit in to the stereotypical group of clientele they were perhaps used to, particularly as we took my two year old son. The women who I am assuming to be the owners wife was very closed and unfriendly. They were also very slow. We wanted to get away quite quickly as my son was restless and I felt a little unwell. I asked to take my pizza away which they accommodated albeit slowly. Although they never brought me the box or said it was ready I just came across it dumped by the exit on my way out. It was made better by the eccentric owner checking if everyone was Ok and the fantastic decor and flamboyant nature of the place. The owner needs to get some new staff on the books though and potentially a new wife? Just a suggestion.

Food pretty ordinary, especially for the prices. Choc surprise dessert was dry and uninteresting. The decor is fun.

A lovely quaint restaurant. Staff were excellent in accommodating 12 of us in very short notice. They help made a weekend away that much better and were happy to bring out some cup cakes that we had brought along as a surprise for somebody.

This is a special and unusual venue for a nice evening. Lots of interesting things to look at in the lovely old school building. We ate in the conservatory. Although the menu may be limited the food is excellent quality and well cooked. The specially built pizza oven produces great hand made pizzas. Friendly service and reasonable prices. Will be returning.

We came for a family meal at the weekend and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The building (an old school) is delightful and we spent several minutes taking in the quirkiness of the interior and unique atmosphere. The owners are very friendly and helpful and after relaxing with drinks in the main lounge area, we went through to the dining area. I did feel that the table was a little small for all of us, however this is the only nit picking bit of criticism I will be writing!The food was served efficiently by the pleasant waiting staff. The meat (between us we had both the roast options & the steak pie) was excellent quality "proper" meat, cooked well and was served with delicious freshly cooked vegetables. I couldn't manage a pudding but two of our party indulged and pronounced them very tasty. It was also enjoyable browsing the deli & collectables shop.We will definitely return for another visit.

The food was really poor. Badly cooked and a lot of the menu was for stuff out of packets.The actual restaurant was nicely set out but this place needs a professional chef.We would not go back and felt embarrased to have taken guests there.

We visited for lunch on a weekday. We arrived just before it opened at 12. The member of staff invited us in and said we could sit and wait in the main lounge area. The building is a converted school and has been tastefully decorated. The interior is delightful and it almost feels like you are sitting in someone's home! It is very quirky and individual with a lovely fireplace. There is also a lovely dining room off the main lounge area. The staff were very welcoming. You can just come for a drink or have food. They advised us to book at weekends or in the evenings but it was quiet during our visit on a snowy day. We had the beef and onion sandwich and a burger for lunch, followed by ginger pudding and custard. The food was lovely and served reasonably quickly given that it was clearly cooked to order. The coffee was also very good - one of the best I have tasted. The bill came to £23 for two meals, one pudding and four drinks which is reasonable given the quality of the food and the lovely setting. If I can find slight fault it would only be that there were no baby changing facilities for our little one. They do have high chairs available for children however. There is also a small shop on site doing a mixture of local and typical cornershop produce. In addition a quaint little antiques shop is attached which is worth a browse.

We have now been for dinner at Chalk and Cheese several times and it is always a lovely experienceThe friendly , welcoming and quirky restaurant is a true delight and is always full of people who seem to appreciate the experience the charming host / hostess Andrew and Bridget offerWe have dined as a couple and as a family and on every occasion the food has been brilliant and very good value for money. They have no problem in creating good food for veggies and always provide custard , whatever the pud. Their help with the wine selection is always welcome .We saw New Years Eve 2012 in at the Chalk and Cheese with a lovely meal , warm fire , fantastic live music all evening and even champagne at midnight .. worth the slightly sore head in the morning! Everyone there seemed to enter into the spirit of the evening . We are very lucky to have such a nice place to spend time locally in Shouldham. Hope it doesnt get too popular!!!PS The shop and gallery are worth a visit too!

We visit the Chalk and Cheese regularly and have always been delighted. The atmosphere alone is worth the visit, the range of drinks served is wide and varied, the food is simple, great quality and always a pleasure to eat and hosts Andrew and Bridget are ceaseless in their quest to provide a wonderful experience for all who eat there. The food has an Italian theme, often made with ingredients sourced from one of Andrew's trips to Italy and often combined with excellent quality local produce to create a real experience. The deceptively simple menu choices, such as Meatballs and penne pasta or Sea Bass and sauté potatoes in no way hint at the range of wonderful flavours which accompany every mouthful. Someone wanting a drink to complement their food will always be able to seek an unusual tipple, such as excitingly-named beers from the Cambridgeshire brewery Elgoods, sloe gins, excellent quality wines and of course Scottish whiskeys. Whether we have been as individuals for a quiet coffee with the papers on the sofa by the roaring fire, as a couple for a romantic meal, a family for a post-walk lunch or with friends for a chatty, lively night out, the Chalk and Cheese has always triumphed and should be very proud of the service it provides to the lovely village of Shouldham. Restaurant, bar, village shop, art gallery, historical building and nod to days gone by, the Chalk and Cheese is a truly unique and memorable experience that will stay with you forever.

We came across this delightful pub/restaurant whilst on holiday in Norfolk. It used to be the village school years ago. It is presented in a way that is difficult to describe, that is why you must go a see for yourself. We were greeted by a member of staff who took great delight in showing us around. The food, cooked by the Chef/owner, was of very high standard and most enjoyable. The service was very swift and very friendly. They could not have been more helpful. The Chalk & Cheese caters for lunches, dinner & B&B.

I've rarely placed a review on any website but my recent visit to Chalk and Cheese was so unusual that I've been inspired to write. We went to the restaurant after a recommendation and had a truly memorable evening. You have to go there and experience it to appreciate the quirky and welcoming atmosphere and it's truly unique. We had three courses and the food was excellent, in particular the pizza which was cooked in a proper pizza oven was delicious and you could tell the difference the pizza oven makes. I hardly had room for the crumble for dessert but it was so lovely I squeezed it in! We vegged out by the fire with a coffee afterwards and it really felt like a home from home. Lovely food, wonderful atmosphere, if you're after a quirky, memorable evening with great food I would highly recommend.

Went there with family as my hubby had just gone away , it was empty . To start with 2 of us had king prawn starter and the must of been about 5 then they give my 9 yr old daughter a red hot plate which I couldn't touch and she only ordered brucetta then the mains were cold and greasy with we sent back but the second lot was just as bad , even my daughter asked if we could leave .

Stopped in shortly after 12:00 today and was turned away due to not having made a booking. The place was empty save for one other group of 4 that had a 1:00 booking. We asked if we might order and were told they don't serve food until 1:00 and we would have to wait until the other party was taken care of. We found this strange as the website states the restraraunt opens at 12:00 and the other party was in the bar having drinks. We asked then if we waited how long they estimated it might be and were told at least 40 min. Very disappointed as we drove quite a distance to eat there after being given a recommendation, no mention that they required a booking. Not sure now if we will go back...

A dog at the bar and a dog in the farm shop! Labradors make for a warm welcome. We went for lunch. We were sat down at the sofas in a living room style room. We got to enjoy our drinks and place our order whilst sat on the sofas. Once the meal was ready we were walked to our table in the conservatory. Food was of a pretty good standard and speaking to the chef he seems passionate about his ingredients, making sure to source the freshest and finest meat and fish. Will definitely come visit on an evening and hope to give one of their pizzas a go.

This place is amazing the decor the atmosphere the quirky touches. it is a pleasure to be in it gives you a kind of warm feeling inside. Problem is you can get carried away with all that and forget why you actually came.......... To Eat.The food is OK its not great, its not gourmet, its not even different or daring its just OK.Grilled Halloumi was served with salad and chilli jam. Halloumi was cut way too thin for my taste and overpowered by the chilli jam, salad was kind of ordinary. Had pasta which was dry, meatballs were bland to the nth degree and any sauce had evaporated by the time it hit the table. All nicely presented and served but lacking in taste unfortunately.Go for the atmosphere and dont expect too much from the food and you will have a good evening.

If you like friendly comfort with atmosphere, this is a ‘must visit’ place.My words are simply inadequate for this quite wonderful, zany and relaxing place.

After reading the reviews about the Chalk and Cheese we decided to try it for a lunch. The website mentioned the pizza oven and the menu was inviting.The restaurant was everything other reviewers had said about it and we started with a drink sitting on sofas and chairs that we sunk into and were so deep that the great number of cushions didn't make us perch on the edge!The food we had was very nice but we were disappointed that they only served the full menu in the evening. I had a tasty quiche but wondered why I was told that 'he had cut the crust off for me'. I happen to think the pastry edge is all part of a quiche so had it been burnt or something similar? However we enjoyed our experience so much we will return for an evening meal and judge it again on this experience.

There's some restaurants you arrive at and just know immediately you're in for a memorable experience that's out of the ordinary. Chalk and Cheese falls full squarely into that category yet is impossible to pigeon hole! Such an apt name for a place! Situated in an old school building in the delightfully picturesque village of Shouldham, this is a place where you simultaneously feel completely at home but somehow on another planet! It's a restaurant come pizza palace come bric a brac shop come museum come library and wherever you look there's interesting 'stuff' that catches the eye. The food is pretty good too!After settling down on a comfortable sofa with a pint of Southwold bitter and a Pinot Grigio we set about perusing a menu that was hardly what we expected but then, to be honest, we really did not know what to expect! A range of pizzas, pastas and other dishes constituted the main courses and 7 or 8 intriguing starters to choose from. I plumped for the pate and pickle intro with the Chalk and Cheese pizza to follow whilst my other half went for the deep fried halumi followed by the chicken.To say that this place oozes character and charm doesn't do it justice...nor does the word eclectic. A simple trip to the gents seems to take forever as I'm bombarded with railway memorabilia, copies of old Giles annuals and a host of other items that propel me back to my childhood. We soon take our seats in what seems like an old conservatory and immediately set about our fare. The starters were grand and the main courses excellent. We shared a chocolate sponge swimming in a rich chocolate sauce to conclude what was a superb evening. Almost three hours spent here and yet a bill that was less than £50!A seemingly ever insecure and friendly chef/owner Andrew Archibald paces around his domain seeking constant reassurance from his customers. He need not worry. I can't imagine anyone leaving here with anything but a warm glow and a full stomach as well as a desire to share the experience with others. Chalk and Cheese just demands to be written about...and so I have!

The building is the old village school house and has been very tastefully converted into a bar, restaurant and bed and breakfast establishment. Some of the outbuldings in the old school playground have been converted into a shop selling local produce.We went for Sunday lunch and set in the orangry/conservatory. Both the food and service were very good.Will certainly return.

We've lived in the area for over 8 years now, and friends of ours suggested this place for a bite to eat.....well what a hidden gem this place turned out to be. The building itself was previously the village school, with stained glass windows and high beamed ceilings. The look and feel of the bar/restaurant is bohemian in feel, but very inviting and homely. The owners are just the perfect hosts, and the food, Italian in style is very good. They have their own pizza oven which, if you ask, you can watch your pizza being being cooked. Booking is definitely a must as this place is popular. We'll definitely be going back, and on a regular basis now we know it's there!

We popped up for a weekend away and booked to stay at the Chalk and Cheese bed and breakfast. We also booked a table in their restaurant for the Saturday evening. On arrival at the Chalk and Cheese we were shown to our room by Andrew who made us feel very welcome. Our room was lovely with a super four poster and Andrew asked if we would like tea in the Lounge. Out came a tray with china cups and saucers, a teapot that did not leak and 2 slices of homemade cake. It was a cold day outside so to sit in their stunning lounge with the wood burner blazing and taking in their eclectic mix of furniture, lights, decor and objet d'art was a nice way to relax after our journey. Four of us dined that evening and we had a super meal, Bridget was a great host and the wine was good, a house Merlot and Andrew had cooked some of the best chicken I had ever had in a restaurant. Breakfast was a delight and we left vowing to return in June. Two very minor niggles were the initial contact emails were not that welcoming and did not give us any indication on the welcome we would receive. And there was no lock on our bedroom door which given that there is a restaurant and bar I would have felt more comfortable leaving our possessions in our room. Those 2 minor things aside we will be back!!! Many thanks Jane & Chris Chalcraft

we are staying ion shouldham with our family and popped in for a beer and some local produce... what can I say.. gorgeous.. the interior is a shabby chic dream, the bar [specially made for the owmer so it the right height to lean and converse] sold local beers and tip topwines.. peanuts on the bar and the smell of sunday lunch in the conservatory restaurant on the side. The lay out is fab. The little shop has everything you would expect at a good quality farm shop and then an annexe of what my mum would call "little billy does".. I strongly reccomend you visit. The owner showed me thier 4 poster on suite rooms which I feel in love with.. we will be back!

Our friend came to visit us in Shouldham, we had a full house so they stayed at the Chalk and Cheese B&B, On the Friday evening, we joined them for a meal, the atmosphere in the bar was very welcoming: the fire place, eclectic mix of furniture and settees give the old school hall a warm baronial feel. Our meal was excellent, simple and good Italian food with a range of Norfolk cheeses to follow with home baked bread. We enjoyed the meal very much and have been back a couple of times since and have not been disappointed. The food is good value considering the high quality of the locally sourced ingredients, all of which are sold in the Calk and Cheese Farm Shop next door. The Chalk and Cheese is a welcome addition to the Village.

good place for an informal family meal. Perfect pre-prandial drinks in the bar. followed by an excellent anti pasta.Chalkies special pizza followed and was the best I've eaten. Ask Chalkie to show you the wood fired oven he built himself - amazing.