Duke's Head in Waveney

We were in the area for the weekend & had booked a different pub for our Sunday lunch but the accommodation we were staying in recommended this venue & we are so glad he did - what a find! There were 8 of us & we managed to book last minute. We all had the roast which was amazing, desserts & wine. Cannot fault it & hopefully will come back another day

Reasonable menu..but the butcher hadn’t been so NO meat options available. Nice staff, but not very organised so it took 15 mins to order, despite being 3rd in the queue. Ordered starter and mains…which came at the same time. As we were sat outside, you needed your take cutlery etc with you…but were not reminded when ordering so a number of tables had to come back for that.

Food was great quality and albeit on the higher end price wise ...it was worth it! Nice atmosphere. Staff when they came to the table were friendly but I had to go to the bar twice to get their attention.

The meal at the Dukes Head, Somerleyton was one of the most disappointing and overpriced meals we have ever had. The alarm bells rang as soon as the Crab starter arrived. It was crabmeat and mayonnaise on a piece of toast 15cm x 4cm with a sliced radish garnish, this cost a staggering £9! As if this was not enough the main course of gammon was equally pathetic. A small gammon steak topped with diced pineapple? This cost £19. See pics. I also asked for some English mustard which appeared to be about a teaspoonful. Drinks were extortionate too at £15 for a pint and a large white wine After reading the reviews there were no recent ones about the Dukes Head I wonder why??

We moored our boat at Somerleyton to visit the Duke’s Head for Sunday lunch as a family of 5. Four of us had a roast dinner (2 chicken, a beef and a pork belly) and one a burger, and we all agreed it was the best Sunday lunch in memory! The chicken was a generous portion and succulent (see picture) the beef fell apart on eating and the pork belly had plentiful meat with a beautiful, blisteringly crispy skin. All the trimmings (which were many) were cooked just right too, with as the meal’s crown a fabulously oversized yorkshire pudding. Service was a bit slow but it was friendly and accommodating so that didn’t spoil the mood. We will definitely be back!

Our first visit with our neighbours. Will not be the last. 3 of us had the Pork Belly, 1 had the Chicken, clean plates from all. Just one had an afters, which she said was delicious too. Service, friendly & efficient. Table near the door was most welcome, giving a much needed breeze on a very hot day. Also that my Husband was able to draw the curtain behind him, was most welcome.

Visited during a cruise of the Norfolk Broads having moored at Somerleyton Lovely service and fantastic food and wine. I was even able to order a Gluten Free fish and chips which was amazing. Our teen boys had dessert and enjoyed this after their steaks, the dads had burgers. Excellent crab on toast for starter!

Sunday Lunch today 21 July Arrived half an hour early @ 12:45 for table 1:15pm asked to wait for table. We Asked to sit down at 1:15 took 15-20 mins for them to take our order. Food arrived one hour later as a large table with kids booked for 12:15 came in an hour late from the garden. Not happy food ok! Will not return though as sub standard service throughout!!

Seriously one of the best plates of food I have ever had! Staff are friendly and atmosphere cosy. Feel totally comfortable to sit on my own and enjoy the culinary delights from the very talented chef

First time trying food at the dukes head with my partner since it has been taken over. Firstly I noticed the menus online are not updated price wise which the roasts have increased in price. I ordered the roast beef which was excellently cooked. Only downside to our visit which I will know for next time is when booking a table sitting in the bar area, our table was nearest to the door and with people coming in and out of the door every 5 minutes it was bloody cold so myself and my partner had to sit with our coats on. Overall we would go back but it is an overpriced roast for what you get on your plate.

We have been trying to get to this pub after visiting the sister pub the Lion. Not because of reviews on here or friends, just try it. Well very sadly as we had high hopes after looking at it, it was awful. Wife had special board chicken and I had special board steak. Wife’s arrived cold and sent back. My tender stem broccoli was as good as raw, not Al dente as I was informed. No not good at all. Then saw locals tucking into ham eggs n chips which did look good, maybe set sights lower?

I chose The Dukes head to host my husbands 40th birthday party. There were 17 of us and we were looked after really really well. The staff were very attentive and polite and the food was delicious. We had a really lovely time! Definitely our favourite place to eat!

Have visited this country pub over the years and glad to say it has now finally found its mojo. Staff are welcoming and friendly, the pub itself is rustic and cosy. The food is superb. We have had the Sunday roast and the Lunch menu on a number of occasions. Never dissapointed. Plenty of tables inside, cosy bar area and when the sun is out the garden area is fantastic. Well worth a visit .

First visit. Both had the roast beef and a dessert. Food was great and lived up to expectations. Only slight criticism, because we pre-ordered the beef we weren't offered a menu. I would have ordered the cauliflower cheese as a side to share and maybe a starter instead of a dessert. We weren't asked if we'd like any more drinks either and it was hard getting anyone's attention. The server's were all young and not very proactive.

I went to the Dukes Head today for a Xmas lunch as part of a group of friends numbering 13. This is the third year in a row that we have visited this pub for a Xmas get together. All bar one had the Turkey dinner for their main and it was superb; the portion size was very generous and the food very very tasty. All in all, with starters and desserts etc it was faultless. The staff were great especially the two ladies who served us at the bar and who also waited on our table. They were very friendly and engaged with us throughout; great customer skills. Looking forward to next time!

Very rude member of staff on the phone when tried to book a table. Website has a non functioning booking platform. Pointless. When stated that I had rang this morning and left a message for a reservation, she said ‘well we don’t get in till 11:30, so we are full’. Very rude. Avoid

Delicious lunch beautifully presented and served by friendly staff. The Duke's Head is a country pub in Somerleyton just outside Lowestoft and although unassuming from the outside is well appointed and stylish inside without losing that country pub ambiance. As well as great food there were three real ales on tap when we visited.

Sorry but woman behind bar needs a lesson in how to deal with customers.terrible attitude.pubs dog just let out to do its business in garden.not cleaned up and then goes back in and lounges on settee where people are suppose to sit.. Not what you want when you are eating an expensive lunch.Landlord not around to complain to. Needs addressing

Went for Sunday 1st October three of us. Superb food. Excellent service. Lovely pub. Pleasure to highly recommend to all

Great food, great service. One round ordered and the lady knew our order better than we did. A++++++

Lovely place, friendly staff & customers and excellent food. We found this place by chance as we were staying in the area. Large parking area and a nice garden. The inside of the pub is welcoming and friendly. The staff were great, we were quickly showed to a table and given the choice of where to sit. Drinks were bought to our table and our order was taken quickly. WE ordered Fish and Chips and The Dukes Head burger. The food was served hot and fresh and tasted delicious. We would highly recommend The Dukes Head.

Well done to the chefs here Visiting the area the pub was recommended Warmly welcomed by Rachel The service was friendly, welcoming and professional Really impressed with the food we ordered Food had style in presentation and flavour Great Saxophonist made a great afternoon in the sun Well done everyone Would thoroughly recommend

Ate out for anniversary as had been recommended. Pleasant environment menus was concise but really nice. Everything sounded amazing. Service left a little to be desired as my stuff was cleared away whilst my wife was still eating which was awkward We were also offered desert menu at same time whilst my wife was still eating. Once finished my wife's stuff was cleared away including her drink which was only half finished. Couldn't fault the food was very fine dining the service left us feeling bemused and uncomfortable.

I had high hopes for this restaurant its fair to say it strives to be a 'Fine dining' establishment but it sadly fails, the food is fine and but the service not so, we had a pre-starter and then a starter both were quite sizable maybe a bit too sizable, but its the speed of delivery and the table service that makes me not want to return, and that is a shame as we live locally and are quite happy to spend £50 - £60 + a head and do so frequently The waitress was pleasant and chatty' as you would expect but she needs basic training, we arrived at 7.00 pm and heading home at 8.00 pm having had 4 courses, our waitress was very keen to clear our plates even while some of our party were still eating presumably because the starter was lined up ready to go, almost immediately the starter came out leaving a 30 second gap to recover from the large pre-starter,, I could see where this was going and as she cleared the plates from those of us that had just finished but still swallowing I said could we please have a break to enjoy the wine and let our food 'go down' she said sorry chef has the mains ready to go,, so out it came and same hurried anxious get it down you and clear off feeling returned, to summarise the whole experience took just under an hour, to add to this at the very end of this speed eating we wanted another drink but she 'disappeared' we she did return we paid and left, we had a drink at home which is where I should have stayed in the first place! I am disappointed because it is expensive and it could be a great place but they hit the post on basics, its rushed full of stress and even in an entry level 'greasy spoon' they do not clear your table while you are still eating.

Made to feel unwelcome on arrival at the bar. We’d called in for lunch. Knew it was bank holiday and were prepared for it to be busy. Gruffly told couldn’t order food to the garden and that hot drinks would take a good 20mins. Expect better customer service and a friendly manner, especially when trying to support the pub industry. Made to feel our custom was a hindrance. Really unpleasant experience.

The best Sunday roast in this part of the country - and a regular stop on our travels around Suffolk. Dog friendly, gluten free friendly - and a great garden. Young staff a long way out of their depth and could do with some management - but friendly, polite and even apologetic so we can’t complain too much!

The sign boasts 'seriously good food' and The Duke's Head lived up to every word of it. Clean, sharply decorated, a superb atmosphere inside and out, and welcoming staff, the menu is then the icing on the cake as it were. Faultless in every way. Only sorry we did not have time to stop again the next day on our way back north.

I want to.love this place like I love Somerleyton but it doesn't quite add up - the young chefs are clearly full of talent but if the - now ubiquitous - triple cooked chips taste like the oil is months old they need to.understand the actual chemistry! Waiting staff were polite but perfunctory, not checking on our meal even once and just waiting to take our money with no sense of a welcome we would want to come back for....

We happened across this jewel of a pub exploring the area and decided to return for dinner. Cod with samphire was beautifully served and my dinner companion equally enjoyed the chicken dish. Service was pitch perfect with warming smiles. Would certainly return.

Lovely quality food as expected for the price, lovely atmosphere and staff thank you. We had a variety off the menu so got to taste a lot of the menu would recommend the chicken and cod at the moment. Lovely older waitress who made us welcome!

Hosting a birthday meal for eight, the restaurant were great with email communication and accommodation with the cake. There was also a lovely little touch on a birthday plate. They have a fantastic venue and the food was very good. All of the meals were...

Lovely place to stop off for lunch or dinner if you visit Somerleyton. Excellent variety of foods, lovely beer garden and very friendly staff. Recommend you visit.

Fantastic choice of food on menu, not your every day pub grub. Food was perfect and staff very welcoming, friendly and helpful.

We were hoping for some lunch, having hired a boat and moored up to get here. Being a pub we’d have atleast expected to be able to order a bowl of chips or something small. But we were told because we didn’t book we weren’t...

The food is fabulous and quality is very consistent with a great specials board. The staff are very friendly and service excellent!

Second visit to the restaurant and can honestly say there is little to nothing to fault from here. First visit I had the roast pork and today I had the burger. Partner and mother In-law had the fish & chips and roast beef respectively, both...

Great food and overall service, staff are excellent and talkative. Food is high quality with good portion sizes cooked by high quality chefs which can be seen through an open kitchen. Would recommend to all.

Fabulous lunch absolutely delicious food friendly attentive staff this is our second visit recently hope to come back soon well done all

Met a friend for lunch today. What a great experience all round. Greeted by a smiling face, who took me to my seat. Our waitress was really helpful regarding the menu. We went with the house special salmon starter. We asked if we could have...

We were greeted by friendly staff who gave us the table we requested by the window. The staff were extremely polite and helpful. Everything we asked before we placed our order was answered and checked for our special demands. The food was beyond delicious. It...

We were served by the most polite and lovely person called Daisy and she really made our lunch, with her bright and sunny personality and to top it off the food was fab.

First time coming here, and we were looking forward to a nice meal or so we thought. Upon entering the building, a lady asked for our names, and we were shown to our seats a drinks order was taken, and the lady came back to...

The Duke’s Head Somerleyton is a 15 minute walk from the train station and a five minute walk from the moorings on the broads. Booze in here isn’t cheap but they have a great selection of very nice wines and they seem to keep their...

An absolute gem of a restaurant. We recently had dinner here with a lovely and relaxing atmosphere and attentive staff members. A great selection of food, which was all so delicious that it's hard to pick my favourite meal from the evening. To top it...

We have been here a few times and it has always been good so we were looking forward to it. They have clearly had a rethink over their menus as the lunch menu is fine if you want sandwiches and burgers if you are looking...

Food is nothing special. But eating in your coat indoors was not what you expect to have to do. Won’t be going back

Four of us dined here Friday evening and it was wonderful! The food was so well presented and tasty. Front of house were polite and efficient. Decor was cosy and warm. Was a lovely night out with friends, 🙂

Last night was our first visit and it certainly won’t be our last. The menu is big enough to be well balanced but not so big that one starts to worry about ’ping’ cuisine! We had Mackerel fillets and smoked haddock chowder to start followed...

Never been before so we booked a table for my sons birthday. Very disappointed. One of the meals was a vegetarian dish, Butternut squash and chestnut gnocchi with broccoli spears. The meal consisted of 5 pierces of gnocchi and 6 green beans rather than broccoli...

We pre ordered as we were a table of nine and looked forward to a lovely meal catching up with friends. The food was pretty good (not amazing) staff very friendly and efficient. In general the place is lovely but we were put in the...

What a lovely find. Lovingly decorated, great food (the cod was just super) and fun to see into the kitchen. It was near Christmas so all pretty but the garden would be lovely in the summer. A new favourite....shame I live in Ireland!!

Once had done my garden visit and some walking, the ciders and burgers tasted like heaven. Nice surroundings also. Very friendly service.

First time here ,very friendly staff great food were here with family.Can recommend the Dukes Head highly.Well done Jay did not expect anything less ,will be coming again very soon.

Amazing setting down a quiet lane, right near the river, so you can walk up there 5-10mins if you arrive by boat, which we did. Food was great and appeared quickly, generous portions, friendly waiting staff. Beautiful building, old and charming, homely and not too...

We’ve been going to the Dukes Head for years, and this time disappointed. Prebooked for a late afternoon meal. They were not overly busy ( empty tables inside) but did have a bbq on outside and good live band in the garden. We waited 1...

We stopped in as two families were on a walk and asked for 4 portions of hand cut cheesy chips. The second order of 4 was refused and limited to two bowels as they had run low. I’m not sure how you can run low...

Went here for dinner on Saturday night. The service was excellent and the food was amazing! Sharing camembert to start which was served with salad and home made baguette, gorgeous! For mains we had a burger and chicken breast. Totally delicious, one of the best...

An hour and a half wait for a meal that was very poor. We were not told about the possible wait... The place was terribly understaffed with long waits even to get to the bar. Had a word with the head cook about the wait...

it was our golden wedding anniversary we went to the dukes head somerleyton and the food was awful we had to send it back we only had burger and chips and when we cut open our burger it was still running with blood we were...

Stopped off while boating. This is a lovely pub with great food. Everything we ordered was prepared to perfection and tasted delicious! Great portions. You will not leave hungry! Lovely service! Peaceful and relaxing!

When we moored up in Somerleyton there didn’t appear to be much going on. A few few of us went for a walk along the path and came across this pub a short distance away. We stopped for a drink, looked at the menu and...

Stopped off from Boating holiday Excellent Menu with daily specials. Very friendly and with Dogs. Good ale Nothing else around but would make the effort to stop if by this way again

Visited on 14th April for an evening meal whilst staying in Somerleyton. Great choice on the menu, food was amazing, the staff were excellent. Would thoroughly recommend the Dukes Head

Booked the dukes head today for a family meal for 5 of us. Have been before with previous owners, this is the first time we have been back since new ownership. We received a lovely warm welcome on arrival. We all had three courses from...

The pub has changed hands over the years but this time it’s for the better. It still has the character of a pub but has a modern twist. The staff are wonderful whilst the food is pricey it’s worth it for the quality and attention...

Came for lunch on New Year’s eve and received a warm welcome from the new people. The pub/restaurant has been refurbished and looks great. Well looked after and food was delicious; so much so I forgot to photograph because I was busy eating😋 thoroughly recommend...

Came in with my family for a bite to eat. The pub has had a fabulous renovation very modern and very cosy. The food was incredible, the pork was cooked perfectly and the lemon posset was divine will definitely be back. The staff were lovely,...

Friendly service and great food from the Christmas menu. Three local cask beers on tap which were really good. Had a great time thank you to the staff at this great pub. Anyone reading this review please try and support your local pubs and restaurants...

Went yesterday with three friends. Outstanding. Food was excellent as were the staff and the atmosphere. Will definitely be returning in the near future.

We took my mum and her friend here for Sunday lunch as they were staying up here at a potters weekend....We chose The Dukes Head after checking out where we could get lunch and take the dog in . We had lovely Sunday lunch with...

Visited with friends for an evening meal. Been before but not since it has changed hands. Very friendly staff and a large restaurant and good range of drinks. It was however too cold for the ladies who ended up putting their coats back on. Main...

Party of 11 people. Both friends and family. Sat in back part of the restaurant, very comfortable and atmosphere was lovely. New decor looking fabulous. Waitress’ keen to take drinks orders, soon followed by food orders. We had a mixture of beef, pork and turkey...

Booked a Sunday lunch at short notice. Nicely arranged given a nice table which was spaced out well. Superb service and we all had Sunday roast which was a party of four people who all agreed food was very well presented the meats were very...

Walked in to the Dukes Head on a Wednesday night and we both had a lovely meal and I had a good pint. The place has been refurbished and looks good. Well worth a visit.

Thought I’d book for Sunday lunch as new owners have recently taken over and pictures looked good re food. Well we were not disappointed , roast beef for me and roast pork for husband, piping hot and very tasty. Worth the £17 each? Yes, but...

Disappointing birthday celebration with family. Arrived with good expectations but shocked immediately with freezing temperature in back restaurant, most sat with jackets on throughout stay. One table was very low and family member plucked her trousers from the sharp edges underneath. Although staff are friendly,...

We came for a special celebration, my mother’s 96th Birthday, and when we booked we had asked for a table near an open window in order to reduce the risk of catching Covid. Apart from my mother being old, another member of the party was...

Lovely food, can recommend the burgers. The staff were friendly & welcoming. The pub is looking very grand after it’s recent refurbishment. We will definitely go back again soon.

Dinner tonight was not great. To begin, the back area we were sat in was freezing, other customers had coats on. No offer of water for the table. Starters were Mussels in cider & cream sauce which were fine but no bread, finger bowl or...

5 family members visited to celebrate a birthday. We were shown to our table promptly and a drinks order taken. 2 other diners came in and we were surprised to see they were served first. After 20 minutes we asked if our drinks were coming...

£16.00 for a chicken breast, 2 roast potatoes and a Yorkshire pudding covered in gravy. At this price it needed to be good. Potatoes were cold. The staff were apologetic and very nice. When it was returned the potatoes were hot however by this time...

We turned up on the -opening night What can I say .. truly stunned I have eaten all over the world in many a fancy restaurant and I have truly very rarely been blown away. The atmosphere staff decor etc was truly top drawer a...

Pre-pandemic, this was by far and away the best place around for a meal. This was not our experience on Sunday 5th September 2021, the first time we'd returned since the lockdowns began. When we went before all the virus troubles, we were made to...

The food was of a good standard and presented well. However for the price we were disappointed with the lack of vegetables. We had lamb shank with mash but there was just one roasted onion. The addition of a few carrots and broccoli would have...

Was given permission to park motorhome Overnight so we could enjoy meal and a drink, not disappointed! Meal was really good esp chocolate brownie! Staff were brilliant, very friendly and attentive. Would recommend a visit.

Have stopped at Somerleyton Staithe for years and regularly visited this pub which is owned by the Estate. The tenancy has very recently changed and been taken over by the excellent Wheatacre White Lion. Had lunch here today. Pork Belly, and Salmon Supreme for mains...

The duke has only been open a few weeks under its new management which didn't show, we really enjoyed the food which was excellent- would definitely return.

Last minute booking for sunday lunch but managed to accomodate, Warm welcome, Super menu choice and reasonable pricing. We chose the beef and pork which were utterterly mouthwatering accompanied with fresh veg particulary the cauli cheese, "the best ever" my daughters words but id have...

As Always with jay and the team, our meal was faultless! There was 7 of us having a roast dinner, every single meal was boiling hot and served in great time! The atmosphere was great and we have already booked to go again this week!...

Visited today as a group of 4, id love to say it was a pleasurable experience but alas not, the whole experience from start to finish to say the least was horrendous. Ordered homemade bread with olives, oil and balsamic as a starter, when a...

I'm sure it's a lovely pub and we would have enjoyed a nice lunch ....but just be warned if you're planning your boating or holiday itinerary, it's closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. A bit of a surprise considering it's August and high season but I...

Lovely spot for lunch - close to the broads, reasonable menu , friendly welcome , and good local ale. Feels is well presented and good service with lovely beer garden .

First day of food today with new owner ‘Jay’….. absolutely marvellous. We are regular boaters and love The Dukes Head. GOOD LUCK JAY AND YOUR LOVELY TEAM. Menu is amazing, not overloaded with choice which means fresh,fresh fresh. Sending heaps of luck.

A wonderful lunch in a beautiful setting. The food was cooked to perfection and the waiting staff were attentive but not intrusive. I fully recommend the beer battered Hake, it was the best Hake I have ever tasted, it was super fresh, and served with...

Lovely setting and lovely beer garden. Needs a little updating but very nice place. Foods good an staff great. Nice walk off the river

Had the most amazing roast here yesterday. I have to say best roast dinner ever had at a restaurant. Only wish we lived locally. Staff very pleasant. Nice garden out the back. Def recommend coming here

I have not moored at Somerleyton Staithe for some years but for this trip I was encouraged to stop because of the very positive reviews. It was a truly excellent meal and the “feasting options” are just super. The varied choices and the overall presentation...

WOW, a wonderful lunchtime meal in a beautiful setting and excellant Covid-19 procedures in place we felt very safe. The staff were ALL very polite and professional. We had beer battered pollack, chips, crushed peas and I must say the pollack was super fresh and...

Booked in advance due to Covid and popularity. Lovely corner table for 6 adults and room for the dog to sit too. The Blackboard rib of beef was generous and the Berkshire Pork too. Large Yorkshire puds and good selection of vegetables. Happy to recommend...

Booked prior to attending due to popularity. Met with very friendly staff and full Covid preparations in flow. Food was fantastic! Scotch egg to start followed by fish and a desert, family had similar. Could not fault the service or the food. Will go back...