Cherry Tree in Norwich

This has to be one of the oddest places we've ever been, but in a negative way. We arrived and it was mostly empty, the person at the bar gave us a look and started talking to someone esle at the bar instead of greeting us (it feels like the bare minimum). We had to ask if we could sit anywhere, she told us "yes" and for some reason she looked upset by our question and that was it. We sat at a random table, but the entire place look quite dirty. We both felt so weird that for the first time in our lives we stood up and left (the person at the bar didn't seem to be bothered at all and kept talking to her friend).

The sound of the music band is very loud, but very good.

came here for entertainment and i was not disappointed. the staff are lovely and the land lady is full of joy and is always bubbly

The new layout is wonderful, more spacious and accessible for wheelchair and mobility aid users which is great for me for future visits. The new landlady is full of life and joy && you can feel that when you go into the cherry tree. ❤️

Since it has been taken over from person who Is currently running it I can honestly say that they have turned the cherry tree into quite a decent establishment and they should bee proud of what they have accomplished I would highly recommend this place for a friendly pub the staff are awesome and have great customer services and the atmosphere is allway friendly and a great environment

Had a lovely time nice food and drinks good service and the DJ was top tier well worth a visit

Loving the new layout, the bar staff are friendly and welcoming. The pool table and darts boards are much better now

Lovely people great atmosphere. Get yourself down for some food and a drink, brilliant staff. Very polite

Great pub especially on a music night. Went whem Mister-Pink were playing. Really enjoyed playing there.

I recently had the pleasure of visiting the cherry tree, and I can't rave enough about this cozy little gem! From the moment I walked in, the warm, inviting atmosphere made me feel right at home. The staff are incredibly friendly and genuinely seem to enjoy what they do, which made the experience even more enjoyable. Now, let's talk about the food absolutely fantastic! The menu is perfectly balanced, offering everything from comforting pub classics to more exciting, unique dishes. I had the beef lasagna , and it was mouthwateringly deliciousperfectly cooked, beautifully presented, and bursting with flavor. The portion size was generous, and you could tell that everything was made with care and fresh ingredients. The drinks menu was also on point, with a great selection of local brews and classic cocktails. Whether you’re after a pint or something a bit fancier, they’ve got you covered. The vibe at the cherry tree is laid-back and welcoming, making it a great spot for everything from a casual meal with friends to a relaxing night out. I can’t wait to return for another great experience! If you're looking for a place that offers fantastic food, great drinks, and even better service, do yourself a favor and check out the cherry tree you won't be disappointed!

Proper boozer. Shameless esque Decent plate full. Excellent customer service, pool table with plenty of space. Music playing. Good size beer garden. Plenty of characters to watch and pass time. Kids corner to keep them entertained. .

Music and karaoke, really fun atmosphere with a pool table and darts too. Lovely staff

Arrived just after 8pm on a Friday night to find the kitchen had closed. So if you are planning on eating at this establishment, a quick phone call to see if food is available may save you a wasted journey.

Been past here for many a year finally stopped for an after work pint . A real delight finding a traditional local pub , friendly staff and clientele, Easy to strike up a conversation. Will visit again soon

Came to The Cherry Tree and tried the new menu. Had the rack of ribs and it was cooked to perfection. Since Gemma has taken over she has put her heart and soul into making it work. Staff are on point, respectful and polite. Highly recommend!

I had the ultimate ribs and chicken platter ribs fell off the bone the wings fell off the bone the other chicken was soo tasty also was nice to have fries was a very good portion for the price I highly recommend and will definitely be returning compliments to the chef

I came in with friends not too long ago we had some food and the service was immaculate, food was delicious. Would definitely come back!

Came here for dinner 2 weeks ago, the food was amazing! Staff were courteous and professional. Will deffo re visit

Meal lunchtime. Lovely staff. Very good food, presentation and quantity. Can’t fault x

I've just had a Christmas lunch with 10 other people at the cherry tree pub and restaurant Dereham Road Norwich .Their service and food was excellent and the staff were very friendly and the place had a lovely Christmas atmosphere.We all agreed we shall go back again to enjoy other foods on their menu. Anita. Norwich.

We went to my uncle wake the food was lovely staff very friendly. We are going back to have a . Thank you.

Pool table not working again,had we known would not have bought a drink on the way in. Decided after one drink to go eat and drink elsewhere. Not good for business. Would look elsewhere for a decent supplier.

It took 20 minutes to get served at the bar although there where 3 people behind the bar, and not many customers, then you had run out of Fish, then it took 50 minutes to get 2 burgers out, although there was only 3 tables of 2 for food, we also had to ask for cutlery as they just walk away with giving us any. We ordered dessert which took 40 minutes to come out and it was an icecream and a sticky toffee pudding which was actually just a piece of dry cake, no toffee sauce, the icecream sundae was mainly mini marshmallows that where like little bullets. We stayed for the music and I was in total shock to see all the young ladies who where working behind the bar, sitting on the end of the bar eating McDonalds and vaping very openly, they even allowed people to go to the garage across the street and bring in cans of beer!

I would like to share for staff not to throw left over drink on the floor outside and tip away properly eg sink and it will smell over time and for light outside at night after you are closed as this is a nice building why not let people see it at night like the old days the used to be lights on all the time just to make the place look lively and mite get more people come to have a drink or eat food

They got my wife's order wrong and we told the server she said "I'm just go to have to throw it out if you don't take it "

I must admit I was a bit Sceptical about this place as we arrived but I was proved very wrong !! The food was hot, fresh and very tasty. Dessert was a good size and again tasty. Food was definatly value for money. Chef came out and made sure we were happy. Service was good. Recently taken over, so my advise is go and give it a visit . You won't be disappointed !

Went in cherry tree for lunch yesterday the food and service were second to none, brilliant value for money, prawn cocktail was awesome main meal from lunchtime saver menu was lovely, young lad who was the chef I guess was very polite, definitely go back again 😊

Great food, lovely staff. Came for steak night and food was great. Especially for the money! It’s only around the corner for us so it so easy! Will definitely be returning.

Pop down for later lunch / early dinner and it was amazing and the dessert was so good will be come back and with the family ..

Food better than last time we went

Decided to go to eat as new owners have taken over. Well it was amazing 👏 curry and a drink for £10.50 it was lovely. Curry naan and poppadom very filling. Will be returning as so many weekly offers on the menu.

It’s a very friendly pub and it’s dog friendly and good atmosphere

Atmosphere improved immensely. Here for the football, Staff are lovely including Josh one of the bar staff. Cowboy burger was lovely and came out quick.

Brilliant atmosphere, the food is lovely I’d highly recommend the cowboy burger, lovely staff dog friendly pub I’d highly recommend

The fish and chips were amazing the fish was huge and i was very plz x but good thing is it's been taking over and they really friendly and want to make a go of it x will see you soon keep up good food as I will spread the word

Great family pub with food and sports tv

Came here last year and the service/food was terrible. Didn't plan on coming back but recently noticed it was under new management, so decided to give it another go. Me and my children have been here twice now since it's been under new management and both times the food was a million times better than our previous visit last year, staff are friendly and you are made to feel welcome. Will definitely be a regular here now.

Banging food! Wicked service, great people! Glad we gave the place another shot.

Came here last years and it wasn't worth a stars. Now recently, been taken over by new management, and we decided to give it another try. The service was excellent, and the staff were very friendly and attentive. The food is 100% better and worth a visit. The only criticism would be down to Marstons. The wording on the menu for lasagne with salad dressing is false advertising as what it actually is, is lasagne with a few leaves of lettuce. Come on, Marstons, you can afford to do better.

Great find when heading out for some lunch with my family. Spectacular Burger (my 11 year olds words) and lovely jacket potato’s with veggie chilli. New landlady - Gemma very friendly and welcoming. Dog and Kid friendly. Will be visiting again for sure! 🫶 30% off made it £10 each with 4 of us - meal and a soft drink

Very expensive for what you get on your plate food was all over cooked stuff missing so not as described on the menu will not be going back there

No ginger beer, no lime for soda & lime. Waited for ages for food (hardly any people in the pub) when it arrived everything was over cooked. Not going again.

Excellent service, quality food and great atmosphere

No way had the stuffing gone in the oven and the Yorkshire pudding although big had been cooked in foul tasting oil

The website crashed repeatedly when trying to book the table. We took a chance and were seated. We ordered on the app and then received an email saying the order couldn't be completed. The problems were with the technology. Staff were

Lovely atmosphere..food lovely..staff lovely. Will definitely come again

Swearing customers which I understand is not the fault of the proprietors. It just reflects the area! Harsh lighting in restaurant created a poor atmosphere. Prawn Cocktail starter was disappointing.

Bar staff were friendly and polite A+++

Amazing staff food is lovely alway quick with the food staff so friendly had Christmas dinner here was the best day they all worked so hard to give us an amazing day

Mains where amazing absolutely enjoyed it but the desserts was a let down I got a rocky road sundae and it included vanilla and chocolate icream with brownie and marshmallows I was given a cookie dough Sundae with chocolate sauce whipped cream ,marshmallows and no brownie not exactly what I ordered and I was with another person to not get our desserts at the same time was yet again another let down.

Guy behind bar was great. Last orders was really early for a Saturday night

A very warm welcome, table set out really well, food excellent and plenty for everyone fantastic value too

Went for an early dinner today, the pub was completely quiet despite providing an interesting looking festive menu, there was a couple other groups. Was surprising to see such few people here, which didn’t make quite a thrilling atmosphere. The food was average, I’d say take it or leave it but me and my party were surprised by an outburst occur at a table that was seated nearby, with a food complaint resulting in the presumed chef shouting at a customer about their food. We found this treatment shocking and unpleasant, as it had left the customer in tears. Our service was thankfully much better than this, in that we weren’t shouted at. However the food was average and we won’t be in a rush to come again.

Came here to eat and ordered from the festive set menu. Staff complained to us that they had only received our order today despite us emailing a month prior, and again a couple of weeks ago. I ordered a burger and asked for cheddar instead of brie & meat to be well done, explaining that this is because I am pregnant. When the food arrived, it wasn’t edible. The chips were drenched in grease and the burger had been massively over-cooked to the point where it was rock hard. I politely asked the waitress if I could send this back and have something else (nachos as these are quick and easy). The waitress was very dismissive however agreed to ask the kitchen. Shortly after, a member of staff came over to me, still unsure whether she was the chef or manager. She stood over me, raised her voice at me and said that I had “asked for the burger to be cooked like this” I again explained I am not able to eat the meal and just wanted something else, no fuss. She then said me and my friends did not pay a deposit (despite staff telling my friend not to worry earlier today as we would just pay this before we left). She also said they had no idea we were even coming until today. At this point I’m in complete shock and asking her not speak to me like this, she took the food and from that point on the waitress and manager no longer served us. The waitress had seen me crying in response to this treatment, however nothing was done, no apology was made. As we left, they both perked up and prepared our bill. Despite having ample chance here to apologise or offer compensation this did not happen. Overall left feeling very disheartened and will not be returning. We were one of maybe 3 tables eating on a Sunday evening, and it’s clear why.

Lovely prawn cocktail, hot delicious festive burger. Service friendly and welcoming, had a lovely festive meal.

What an amazing meal. Well done to all the staff for a great festive meal

Everything was perfect and all staff were brilliant.

Just enjoyed Christmas Dinner on an outing with friends. Excellent meal good service and cheerful staff. A true community asset.

Lovely meal and lovely service. Very helpful and friendly staff. Most enjoyable evening. Need to visit more often. Thanks 😊

Amazing staff! Very welcoming and great atmosphere ☺️ just enjoyed a lovely roast dinner, home made Yorkshire puds too! (My fav) Would definitely be going back for more! Saw some of the other food coming out and they all looked delicious! 😍 all for a very reasonable price too. Couldn’t of been any happier

I was fortunate enough to win Sunday lunch for 4 with wine. I was sceptical after seeing the reviews but it was free so we gave it a go. Omg! It was the best roast I have had for ages. Great selection of veg on my plate. Sprouts, not hard and not soggy, just perfect. Carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, red cabbage, mashed swede, mash potatoes and roast potatoes. The Yorkshire bud was huge and the gravy lovely. It was like a proper home cooked Roast. Meat was lovely and a generous serving. The staff were so friendly and nothing was too much trouble, even asking if we wanted extra gravy. Ignore the negative reviews and make up your own mind. We couldn’t fault it. Even though it was free I would happily pay the usual £10 for it.

You can forget the old reviews on here because it is so improved. Good choice of meals. Very pleasant to eat here. New management, new positive approach and old customers should come and see the difference.

£3 for a small lemonade, rip off, grass needs cutting in the beer garden. Not my cup of tea

Good food, lots of it, friendly and helpful staff

The food has come on leaps and bounds since a change in management and the staff are attentive and happy 😃

First meal down there for a long time because it use to be rubbish… but this time really really nice… so thumbs up to the new keeper 👍👍

Excellent mid week lunch and dog friendly which is always a bonus as far as I’m concerned!

Great food, Landlady and staff are very accommodating and would go above and beyond for you. Family friendly.

Just popped in for one quick drink. Very friendly staff and nice atmosphere. I will be going to eat next time.

Steak ale pie on Monday deal with a pint pie was delicious lovely pastry will be back Cheers

Fantastic food but a bit draughty with the door open all the while.

Lovely pub, flowers outside. Clean fresh decor. Very roomy. Friendly helpful staff. Plenty of room at the table. Background music not intrusive. App easy to follow. Reasonable wait for good home cooked food. Lovely variety of vegetables. Nice Yorkshire,. My friends enjoyed their steaks. Cooked just as they like them.

Lovely meal drinks staff at teatime today. Lovely to have a local back again . Team are friendly and helpful. Would recommend

Lovely, friendly staff. Good service and food

Stopped there for a couple of pints of cider and was made very welcome bye barstaff and some locals. What more does an old man and his dog want.

Felt really comfortable and the food was amazing, staff were so attentive & lovely. Definitely be back again!

Excellent friendly service, party of 17 and managed to serve meals in good. Definitely come 10/10

Excellent quality food value for money Excellent staff and service will recommend this Pub

UPDATE: I previously left a very negative review. Old landlord with bad attitude who I spoke to in 2021 has now moved on and is under new management. Haven't visited since but why not give this place a try?

Wonderful meal would recommend.

Fantastic coffee and lunch such wonderful staff will definitely be back

We love the food and service, very nice and kind!

Very good service and yummy food will be back for sure !!

Was a lovely meal, there was 29 of us & the meals all came out together & the food was hot. Staff were amazing.

Absolutely amazing! Thank you so much to Sim and Rachel. As well as all the other bar staff and waitresses working. Made our family birthday meal go so smoothly and had a great time! Food was delicious!

Really great service, chief worked really hard 👏

Quick service and friendly staff, great food too!

Great food and really friendly staff!

Great food, great staff and quick service!

Really good food and very fast service

Large family pub concentrating on value food offerings. Clean modern but can get a bit noisy. Had a nice early evening promotional pint of Hobgoblin for £2.70. Dog friendly.

Lovely food (especially the blood orange brownie) and great service! Will be back :)

Would come again without hesitation. Lovely service and gorgeous food. There was a huge party in at the same time but our food still came quickly. Really tasty puddings!!

I had a wonderful medium rare steak with chips and peas which was cooked to perfection. My praline chocolate tart which was delicious. The staff were amazing and very attentive.

Such a fantastic, swift and very professional service , a party of 30 with no problems , highly recommended, Rachel and beta was very professional friendly and helpful

Very enjoyable steak meal and good to have a chat to Simone Kinght

Tasty food and the staff are polite. Only complaint is that the outdoor tables were a bit dirty.

Best pub in Dereham, friendly staff, great bands!

Had our hen/stag do there on Saturday the 17th June the team went above and beyond from the decorations to the service we had the best night better than I thought it would be, I've had lots off positive comments feedback from family and friends who joined us

Will definitely be returning very soon! Lovely food with quick service and decent prices. An outdoor garden that my dog thoroughly enjoyed and that trifle sherry cheesecake is incredible! Couldn't have asked for more really :) Thank you!