Kings Head in South Norfolk - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

Superb meals, the Beef Shin pie and veg was truly awesome, and the pork loin done to perfection. Hearty portions, so come hungry! Smiling staff welcomed us and despite a busy day made time for us. Highly recommend a visit

Lovely food, very friendly and helpful staff. Appreciate the lift from the owner on the rainyday after the taxi didnt arrived on time, was beyond the service Definitely recommend it

Have just had lunch here with friends.We had a lovely welcome with very friendly and attentive service. I had the best mussels ever with lovely wine and a delicious coffee. I can’t wait to visit again!

We visited with friends. First time we have been for a while but the food was outstanding. Some original dishes and old favourites but beautifully presented with great service

Really lovely lunch. So four of us had a different main course. The house burger was excellent as always, the game pie was also delicious. Chicken supreme was lovely with the garlic mushroom sauce and fondant potato! Cod and Jerusalem artichoke delicious also.

Eleven of us went for festive meal today, food and service all excellent, would go again and thoroughly recommend.

Booked table for pre Christmas meal for six adults and paid £10 per person deposit, week before three adults were poorly so rang and asked if we could re-book for any time in January, were told we could but would lose deposit. January is usually a quiet time for pubs and you'd think they would be glad to take this booking. It's a pity as we've been several times before and one of the party is a long time friend of Anton. So they have gained £60 but lost several hundred and repeat custom.

Super food every time we have visited this lovely pub, with friendly service. Most recent visit involved an excellent burger with delicious herb-crusted fries, and a really good venison and root vegetable pie. Mmm!

A beautiful, peaceful oasis of calm in a busy world. It felt like slipping into a warm and comforting gentle world with the team earnest and willing with no edge, no attitude just utter charm and ease. Room was cosy, The wine list was extensive and carefully constructed (not that I know much about wine, equally, I sense someone with a good "nose" there!) and the menu was lovely (one with ingredients sourced within 48 miles so we got to sample new things we might not have tried AND feel virtuous cutting food miles along with supporting specialist local producers) and breakfast was a daily delight. Thank you so much to one and all for enabling total decompression after a challenging year for us - we will "do an Arnie" (we'll be back!).

I’d never heard of this pub until some friends recommended we visit. The service and food was exceptional, with what appears to be a relatively standard ‘pub’ menu hiding the fact that the food is amazing. There was a delay in someone coming to us to take our drinks order, after we had been given our menus, but this was acknowledged when one of the team did come over, which was appreciated. It is very much a gastro pub set in an old building but tastefully furnished, which has a lovely atmosphere. Can’t wait to return to try other items off the menu.

Extremely disappointing! My partner could not cut his lamb as it was so tough. This was dealt with, we were not charged for this dish however, although edible, my dish was unpleasant. The chips I'd describe as 'floppy'. I barely touched the food which would have been obvious. The rare mid week meal out was a total waste of time and money. My partner has never complained about food before but this was so unusually poor, that a review, I feel, is necessary. It was more than two disappointing dishes but an enjoyable lunchbreak ruined. We certainly won't return.

Visited for the Sunday roast. The beef was tough and looked / tasted it was cooked beyond an inch of its life. Shame really.

Another lovely old Norfolk pub set in ŕural surroundings. The food was excellent, in particular the desserts. You won't be disappointed. I want to come back to try the breakfasts

We hope we are the first of many to congratulate Anton and his team for a superb 40th anniversary weekend. Fantastic food, service and value. Also congrats on the monies raised for charity. Well done all. Ray and Loren👏👏👏

Everything just fantastic, we stayed for Sunday lunch . Hot tasty and well presented these chefs know what they are doing !!!! Customer service on point friendly and accommodating. We travelled from Kent but will return definitely with family who live in Norwich but did not know about this little Gem. Have to book they were busy but well worth it . Highly recommend.

Found here by chance while travelling. Lovely meal, plenty of choice and variety. Prices are very good too.

Visited here whilst staying with friends with friends for Sunday lunch on a visit from Liverpool. Absolutely fantastic meal. Everything home cooked, super tasty, exceptional service. Couldn’t fault anything about it, delicious and can’t wait to return on our next visit to Norfolk

Wonderful experience of lunchtime dining at the King's Head today. I had requested a quiet spot for my friend and I as neither of us cope very well with noise or too many people around us, or background music. They couldn't have been more accommodating; in a small area by ourselves with no noise so we could both relax, no anxiety! The food was superb. King's pie which was superb. We shared a King's S'more pud which was fabulous. Really great service from the team who looked after us, couldn't have been more impressed. Thank you so much!

Absolutely fantastic - my partner and I treated ourselves to a night away for a change of scenery and it really did not disappoint. The Kings Head is a hidden gem, not too far from Norwich at all, with beautiful buildings, the river and wildlife close by. We stayed in the Walstan room, with gorgeous original beams on the ceiling and a huge bed. The whole room was super warm and cosy. Free parking was included in our stay. We decided to visit the Kings Head restaurant in the evening. Staff had phoned ahead to inform us that last seating reservations would be 5pm and they booked a table for us. Honestly, the food was absolutely amazing. The menu changes a little all the time as food is sourced locally and seasonally. We had the ham hock for starter, which was really light and flavoursome. For the main, we had the burger, with bacon jam and pulled pork. The chips were cooked to perfection. The burger itself was thick and juicy - it was fantastic. The next morning, we went down for breakfast, which was included in the price. We were the only ones in the restaurant, but the food was once again fantastic. The only one tiny thing that could have made it better is a slightly bigger full English breakfast, as there were three rashers of bacon but only one sausage. The sausages were lovely, so another of these would've been perfect! Overall our stay was so lovely and we will definitely be back for food in future!

Another visit to this warm and welcoming place. The ambience was perfect, the service friendly and chatty. The food was outstanding. Excellent presentation and very tasty. We had the venison, after starting with a delicious soup of the day. The presentation was classy and the portions adequate and my chocolate terrine was amazing. All rounded off with a very tasty coffee and we left feeling satisfied and fully intent on returning. I really recommend this place for the local product-sourcing they do.

The Kings Head kitchens regularly deliver food of a high standard (ingredients and preparation) but, on this occasion, were let down by the VERY poor admin of the pre-orders, also none of the "special" effort that most competitors offer e.g. crackers or mince pies. Of the Christmas lunches we had at venues of a similar standard, this was the one that stood out as over-priced, especially since, at £38.50, they had gone back to the "bad old days" of slipping in a 10% service charge rather than leaving Customers to decide the merits of leaving a tip

Our first lunch back at the Kings Head since covid and we found it largely unchanged - and certainly very busy. Good service and the food was, generally, of the same high standard that we expected although the beef wasn't the best of cuts

No meals ever 100% satisfactory. 'Crowning glory' a dish of pork belly, tough and inedible. £19 rip-off'. Won't ever return

Two couples looking forward to a special meal (mainly because it’s expensive so hoped it would be worth it!) Two of us ordered the fish pie from the specials menu at £20 each, rip off is an understatement. The menu described it as ‘Fish Pie...

Been to the Kings Head many times, the food, the staff and the atmosphere are always excellent, the food isn’t cheap but the best things are worth paying extra for. I have no hesitation recommending this pub and wish them continued success

I met some friends for dinner and drinks. We sat outside in the alfresco dining area which is sheltered and has a great atmosphere. I ordered the turkey breast roast dinner which was absolutely delicious and I’d highly recommend it! The turkey breast was moist...

To say I’m disappointed would be an understatement.. family meal with relatives who live abroad so I wanted something special… I really didn’t get that here … starters ordered for 4 … 3 didn’t get their choice .. ham hock substitute was dry and tasteless...

We were a party of about 20 Church gowers after a special service we ordered sandwiches plus chips teas and coffee. there was a superb variety and plenty of them and chips were bountiful, lovely rustic ones with skins on. We were not able to...

Great food Great service Great evening Great atmosphere Great value Despite being very busy Much better than previous visits change of head chef I feel Only issue ordered the last of one of the desserts but someone else got it ........

Enjoyed a great meal here, sitting in the garden. Have been previously and it has been consistently good.

Just had a most relaxing birthday experience Starting with a very generous voucher for overnight stay and breakfast. Begin with dinner - superb meal excellent service all so friendly and relaxed Very comfortable room with pretty view all followed up with a delicious hearty breakfast....

Amazing evening, brilliant staff the waiter was so friendly, food was delicious & everyone had an amazing time :-) the venue is lovely & comfortable, was very organised & they went above & beyond to look after us! Would go back within a heartbeat, perfect...

This is a 'it does what it says on the tin' pub. We stopped there with our son and dog and had a great lunch in a dog friendly, good service pub. We had the burgers, which are outstanding and the dirty fries which are...

Notices everywhere saying table service, despite waiting for 20 minutes in the bar area no one bothered to come over. Bar staff could see we were waiting, but too busy chatting and enjoying drinks themselves, totally ignored everyone else. As soon as a regular came...

Stayed in this lovely pub for two nights. Ate dinner there on one of the evenings and had breakfast twice. The staff were lovely, super helpful and very welcoming. The dinner menu extensive and food was great. The breakfast were hearty. Would throughly recommend it...

Booked a table, outside, lovely setting. Service was friendly, and timed well. Food was wonderful, we had nibbles, mains and desert. Steak was perfectly cooked to my taste. The fries were lovely, not greasy, well cooked and very tasty. The menu is varied, and there...

As a family, we loved the Kings Head. We came here for my mother’s 50th and absolutely enjoyed it. We also came here for my birthday back in September too & loved it. But all good things come to an end. We returned, again for...

Food was lovely, beer excellent - ambience a bit spoilt by loud, odd background music.... the only real drawback is TINY portion sizes (2 tablespoons of risotto for £8, 10 chips with a tiny crab for main £14, though a good salad). This would really...

The service was extremely slow. Order Drinks and a meal. After waiting ages the drinks came but the Beer was off. So had to send it back. Waited a long time for a replacement. Food came out again after a very long wait. To be...

We visited here yesterday with family. Four adults and two children's meal. Children's steak and chicken nuggets were cooked too perfection. My daughter in law had a prawn starter and it was fine. However I had main meal of duck and the duck was well...

Never had a bad meal here. The food is delicious and good value. We had the roast beef on this visit which was very tasty and came with plenty of veg. The desserts were also extremely nice (my first rice pudding arrancini, but hopefully not...

Fantastic service great food wonderful ambiance in a beautiful village by the river, seated outside as expected due to current restrictions, plenty of shelter and patio heaters here. Plenty of food choices and would definitely recommend the seafood platter. All in all I would visit...

Firstly I’d like to say how great it is to see the place reopened and I was excited to visit with my family. We normally come once or twice a month, the last being just before lockdown began at Xmas. The outside area is great...

Dinner 23/10/20 table of 4 Great food complemented by all in our party, good beer selection and fantastic staff working under difficult conditions. 👏

Can honestly say that was one of the best meals I’ve had in a while. The atmosphere was lovely. The staff were super friendly and knowledgeable. The food was utterly divine. Someone has put some real thought into the menu, with everything freshly prepared. The...

Can honestly say that was one of the best meals I’ve had in a while. The atmosphere was lovely. The staff were super friendly and knowledgeable. The food was utterly divine. Someone has put some real thought into the menu, with everything freshly prepared. The...

We love staying here and delighted with the food, service and very comfortable bed! The staff are delightful and recognised us as having stayed before - always a feel good moment.

We ate in this pub on Friday night. The food was really tasty but sadly, this pub did not make me feel very safe. There was one man who was drinking all night who seemed to be able to come and go without a mask...

Second time in a month First time was eat out to help out everything was great apart from the silly woman complaint about 50p difference on the bill bit embarrassing for her husband Second visit tonight Friday fairly busy but all social distancing adhered to....

Popped in here with a girlfriend for lunch on our way to Norwich. Haven't been here for many years and it was a shame we went in the back so you don't see how lovely the pub is. That didn't deter though we were greeted...

This is a truly delightful place to stay! The rooms are clean and comfortable, the food is excellent, the bar is welcoming and all the staff are friendly and lovely. We stayed 4 nights in the B&B rooms with breakfast and loved every moment. The...

Very tasty food, good choice on the food menu, served quickly and politely. Fine range of local ales too. Plenty outside space on the grassy riverbank - idyllic. Large car park at the pub - but easy to miss from the road - even the...

Lovely visit to our favourite restaurant last night after months of lockdown. Our welcome was warm, the food and service superb. Thank you all. You are all a great credit to a great Norfolk institution.

We took advantage of the eat out scheme. We had never been before but will definitely come again. Husband said it was the best fish and chips ever (and he has tried a few). I had a wonderful seafood platter and asked if I could swap the whitebait which was no problem to the lovely waitress. Highly recommend good staff varied menu lovely pub. What more can you need.

Lovely food, nice atmosphere and great staff. Drinks took a bit longer to arrive than usual, but nothing extraordinary. Anyway the waiter was super apologetic and compd us the drinks and dessert. Was very unnecessary but shows great customer service

We took advantage of the eat out to help out scheme and wanted to try somewhere new.We really liked the sound of the menu so decided to try out the king’s head. I had the falafel burger with pulled jackfruit and my boyfriend had the bavette steak.The burger was really nice and I’ve never actually tried jackfruit before and was pleasantly surprised! It was definitely more than enough food and I didn’t end up finishing it all.My boyfriend really enjoyed the steak and loved the fact it came with bearnaise sauce.We definitely want to come back! My boyfriend already has his eye on the Norfolk seafood platter!

we booked The Kings Head for Sunday lunch and their excellent staff went above and beyond expectations, they made sure that our table was close to the door as my wife is in a wheelchair and wouldn't have to maneuver around people. All the staff were wearing appropriate PPE due to the Covid restrictions but this didn't stop them being friendly,helpful and inviting. The food was totally amazing (as always) The staff we're working hard as they have inside and outside seating but we never felt unimportant.We have already booked another two dates and can't wait to return.

We have visited this pub many times but today was really special, our first meal out since lockdown and what a treat. We felt totally safe, the staff were excellent as usual and really pleased to see us. There are tables inside and out and it felt well organised without feeling strange. The food was delicious as always.

We were expecting a good lunch, judging from all the dining accolades on display here. The duck main course that my husband ordered was fine, but should have been spectacular at £21 in a pub restaurant. My chicken dish was disappointing, with a tasteless and powdery potato ‘cake’, tough leeks and ‘jus’ which tasted like watered-down marmite.On to the dessert which again we had high hopes for. My husband’s Shrove Tuesday pancake dessert was just not a pancake at all, but a mound of salty sponge cake with sweet stuff on it. The waitress seemed surprised when we pointed out that it wasn’t a pancake and that it was very salty, and told us that they had had no other complaints. My banoffee fondant dessert which cost £8 was stodgy and just not nice. To her credit, the waitress was prompt in offering us a partial refund for the meal.

Eaten here many many times. You have to book as they fill up very quickly. Lovely pub with a good choice of food including vegetarian. Staff are polite and very professional. The chef can slightly alter one or two things for you, as I have a tendency to slightly change what is on offer. Restaurant is clean and airy, although some areas are a little dark. Good food and a reasonable price.

First class roast lunch - perfection on a plate. All served in a friendly and relaxing atmosphere. Service was a little slow but in fairness they do state on the menu that as all food is freshly prepared there may be a delay in busy periods. It was very busy with every table full but it was well worth the wait. Desserts also exquisite. Lovely classy pub. Highly recommended.

Managed to get a last minute booking for NYE after meaning to visit for a while. Had heard lots of good things and exceeded all expectations. The menu on the website doesn't do it justice as they offer an extensive specials menu which has a wide range of excellent dishes. Food excellent, service excellent, look forward to visiting again soon!

Had a superb lunch for 11 easily accommodated by the King's Head. Seriously delicious food for all tastes....lovely menu with absolutely delicious plates...the team were also very attentive...all round a superb lunchtime special occasion!

Only one place to go, good food, great staff and reasonable prices. Just had a Sunday roast and it reminds you of how Sunday roast used to be. Best to book, although they will fit you in if they can.

My future Father-in-Law, Fiance and I, visited Friday night and sat in the bar for drinks and a meal. A generous glass of wine and Jack and Coke for a reasonable price. We were given bread rolls and local produced butter to have before our meal for free.Our main meals arrived and we were very satisfied with our meals. I had the incredible fish n chips. Fish was large and a good portion of chips, with a mint mushy peas and tarter sauce. A few chips with over cooked but such a big eat it did not matter. My Fiance had the Burger, it was incredible again another big eat. My Father-in-law had the Pork and although this looked smaller than the other two dishes, the pork was mouth watering. Please see photos below. For pudding I had (can't remember official name) the banana dish which had bananas, profiteroles, chocolate, mouse and strawberries. These all complimented one another and was tasty! We will be back again.

The service was professional and warm. Environment was cosy and traditional. We liked that the menu was gastro but not pretentious. Beautiful flavours and presentation. We’ll definitely be coming back for more.

Popped in to this lovely restaurant after stressful visiting hours at the hospital as was hungry and needed food quickly. We hadn't booked but my hubby and I were greeted with a friendly smile, seated and served swiftly. Both drinks and the food arrived quickly, was beautifully presented and absolutely delicious. The gentleman front of house, (Stuart we learned) was absolutely fantastic and really looked after us, as did the young lady behind the bar, didn't catch her name. What was expected to be simply a quick feed was a thoroughly enjoyable, de-stressing experience and just what we needed! Thank you for saving our day and keep up the amazing work guys!

Popped here for early evening Sunday roast yesterday - it was exellent. Hot plates and hot food (which I love and rarely experience now), very friendly staff and delicious food. Pork not too thickly cut and lots of vegetables. Will certainly eat here again. Thanks.

What a refreshing change to find a pub with history, ambience, good food and excellent service! Triple cooked chips to die for. Tucked away just outside Norwich you’ll not be disappointed.

Visited the Kings Head with friends for an evening meal o0n a Thursday evening. Essential to book.

We stayed here three nights and all the food was absolutely excellent.

I was not in the mood to go out and not looking forward to dinner and was set to watch my wife eat and get through the evening best I could.

It is great to find that we now have a "local" offering such good food. The Kings Head has certainly "upped its game" and we will be returning shortly without any doubt

Booked into here for 5 nights, in spite of arriving late, was shown to my room, which was excellent. All the necessary facilities were there.

Fabulous celebratory family lunch which had to cater for two vegans, mixed appetites of the rest and a 4 year old. All wonderfully catered for with wonderful homemade food. Incredibly cool inside on the hottest day of the year; all was just perfect!!

Came on the off chance on a busy Friday. After waiting quite some time to get served order some drinks and asked if it was just main menu or bar meals? Was told just main menu however not taking any more walk ins. Ok fine sit and drink drinks while deciding where to go instead. Bearing in mind we always come here and have good reviews and food and service always great. Whilst contemplating where to go noticed a couple come in with a a dog which was nice and different as we haven’t been able to bring ours in to bar area before, any way they came in lady sat at table opposite and man went to prefer drinks came back and and a few monomers later the server who told me no walk ins brought this couple with a dog some menus I asked them if they had booked and they said no. Maybe my face don’t fit?

Long established owners have a wide local and regular clientele. Best to book to make sure of a table. A good roast sunday lunch and the daily menu gives a wide choice. They offer good food not a cheapo carvery . Expect quality and flavour from your food and excellent beers.

Four of us had an early dinner in the restaurant.We were welcomed warmly with a friendly smile and quickly given menus and our drinks order taken.

Excellent place to visit. In a picturesque village, with authentic decor.

Dropped in for a beer on a return leg of an afternoon cycle ride.

My friends and I made an impromptu decision to head out for a meal on a cold Sunday evening and we were welcomed in as if we were family. All of the staff were friendly and attentive and the atmosphere was thriving. The portions were very generous - the piece of fish was bigger than my plate. I will definitely be returning.

Beautiful food, I had a gorgeous seafood platter and my partner had yummy fish and chips. Nice setting and lovely service. The waitress we had could have done with brushing up on her beer knowledge.

Visited with family and enjoyed a superb meal. The fish platters were plentiful and the restaurant was full of character and the staff busy but friendly and helpful. Would absolutely recommend.

I arranged my Mum’s surprise 70th Birthday lunch here one Sunday. There were 22 of us and the pub were unbelievably accommodating and organised. We pre-ordered and the food was outstanding. My cousin’s girlfriend said it was the best Sunday roast she’d ever had. The service was wonderful and the staff were all so willing to be helpful. My Mum had a wonderful birthday and the King’s Head was such a big part of her special day! Thank you!

Finally, we have a awesome British Pub with amazing food the desserts are to die for! Fantastic friendly staff with a local friendly buzz!

I cannot be more delighted with my visit to the Kings Head, Bawburgh. Such a wonderful cosy setting in a quaint Norfolk Village. My order was taken promptly by the attentive and friendly staff who couldn’t be more helpful when deciding what to order from the enticing menu.To follow was all round fabulous food which was truly delicious, I particularly liked the use of fresh and seasonal ingredients as well as the reasonable portion sizes. Great quality food. I highly recommend to sample something from the pudding menu! Would definitely return, and am already looking forward to my next trip.

Atmospheric, old-style pub and restaurant. menu was table d'hote, with several overings. The food was brilliant, the service attentive, but not annoying. I am looking forward to a repeat visit at my earliest opportunity. One slightly bad feature on the night was the poorly made and cooked Yorkshire pudding (poor texture and over-cooked) hence 4 stars.

Starters; scallops & mushroom soup excellent. Mains; Roast Chicken was a big portion, really juicy. Roast beef so tender & tasty - just bear in mind it will be served pink unless you order otherwise. Chocolate tart for pudding was awesome!

First time here, had Sunday lunch it was great. Had a small menu but food is really good quality and well presented. Friendly staff. We're made to feel special and welcome. Really cozy and welcoming, can't wait to go back

The venue looks nice, although the outside seating area is congested with too much garden furniture and it doesnt give much room for maneuvering around the very heavy chunky chairs. We noticed this presented a problem for a disabled lady while we waited for the kitchen to open at midday. Several people had to move the chairs so she was able to get in with her small walking frame on wheels.

Having just read the previous review we had to write to say we can only congratulate all the staff on the quality of service and food, and who expects to be served lunch before midday anyway plus the fact the staff were prepared to redo both their meals speaks volumes in our opinion. We have eaten at the Kings Head on many occasions and habe never, ever, been disappointed, but then some people are never pleased and are mischief makers, which probably says more about them than the establishment!?!?

We had already waited an hour for the kitchen to open at midday after cycling to the picturesque pub, so was starving by the time we ordered our meals, Chicken Supreme with mash and a Steak Sandwich with fries.

Allegedly, this is the 2019 Norfolk Pub of the Year for the Good Pub Guide, if so, I am utterly astonished as there are far, far better places in the county.

Went here for Sunday lunch with a group of friends and we were given a private room. I cannot fault the service we received and the quality of the food. I chose fish and chips and the portion was enormous, so much so that I took some of the fish home in a pussy bag for my cat who also enjoyed the fish! We noticed that the service was unobtrusive but good. We were giving plenty of time between courses but not too long to make us think we had been ignored. Would certainly visit again and would highly recommennt.

Early mothers day meal on Saturday lunchtime . Had not been in the restaurant for a while but glad we did .Excellent food !!!

What a delicious place to eat! Love the food so much I want to eat there every day. There is a gnocchi dish that I just love, and they even made it for me when it wasn’t on the menu! Such lovely people too and the chef(s) is/are awesome!

Have been coming here since 2010.

Ein sehr schöner Landgasthof etwa 15 Autominuten von Norwich entfernt. Wir waren da um für ein Abschiedsessen eines Arbeitskollegen. Der gebuchte Tisch war sehr schön hergerichtet und auch sonst war das Restaurant ist sehr schön dekoriert. Da wir eine grössere Gruppe waren musste das Essen im Voraus ausgesucht und bestellt werden. Das Essen schmeckte allen sehr gut und wir werden gerne wieder einmal vorbeikommen.

The place was almost full and therefore quite noisy with the tables close together.

Yes I know its about the quality rather than the quantity but if you're out for a meal, you want to go home full !