Shillingfords at the Quay Theatre Sudbury in Babergh

good choice and fine cuisine - wont say too much as I dont want others to block my future reservations - enough said though !

V warm welcome, a few minutes early, not a problem, warm and welcoming restaurant, lovely table, the personalised menu is genius in so many ways, very friendly staff, it felt personal, it felt like I was in a very special club. All tables full and this restaurant is in the middle of nowhere that says a lot. Food was so nicely prepared and presented, it all tasted FAB. The twist with foraged ingredients and I felt a care for nature and ingredients gives this restaurant and it's staff a 10/10. No surprise the feedback is so strong. We will v much look forward to visiting again, and trying the Cafe, Sunday Lunch, looking forward to it. And to top it a lovely drive .

The food, servers, customers, location, everything was the best we've experienced in years! We can't say enough good things about this wonderful venue.

We went last night as an early wedding anniversary dinner, we were unable to attend on the actual night, but that's fine. From the welcome at the beginning to the time we left was just a great evening for us both. Having visited Shillingfords a few years ago in Sudbury theatre, Carl's expertise in the kitchen has increased yet again. It was a memorable evening, fabulous food of course, and things I had never eaten before but will now as a result of yesterday's dinner - pigeon for example, who knew it was so tasty. The location is relaxed and efficient brought about I imagine by Beth's clear direction and management of the restaurant team. Everyone who was eating at a similar time to us was just loving it, there were lots of "oh that's just wonderful" comments, "I've never tasted anything so good". We came for a celebration event and as it's quite a drive for us, it is always worth it. Luckily we are booked to come again with family in August. If you haven't tried it you really must, in a nutshell, what is the food like as a friend asked, the answer is "non-adultered, natural, well-cooked, tasteful foods with the right combinations". Just perfect. Thank you for a memorable evening.

I had heard lots of good things about Shillingfords. So when the chance to dine here arose, I was only to happy to join the party. What I found was a very special place to eat and shop. Carl has brought his flair and talent to deliver excellent food in a very special environment. Foodies can spend lots of money here in the shop which has a nice selection of quality produce.

As suggested, my friend and I chose 3 savoury and 1 sweet course from the menu when we booked. Our table was upstairs. On the table we found menu cards with our name on and our chosen courses. Everything brought to our table looked beautiful and tasted even better. With lots of fresh, seasonal products as promised. The rosé we had chosen was a good match. Very friendly and competent service. We had a truly enjoyable evening!

Took my wife out for well deserved meal after last frantic hours at her shop. We experienced chef Carl’s amazing food with accompanying wine flight. We love eating out and found this tasting menu to be absolutely fabulous waiting staff were excellent and cooking really showed off the kitchens skills. We will return very soon.

So good we came back for a second time and weren't disappointed. Had a faultless meal. Kedgeree was lovely and nicely spiced. Duck with plum jus was also lovely and the pear tarte tatin was great. Puddings often let a meal down but the last two we have had here have been exceptional. Great value, lovely friendly staff and an attractive venue are icing on the cake. The food is top notch, would highly recommend and will return (again).

We came for a much anticipated first meal here and it did not disappoint. Friendly and warm greeting, they served us a drink on the terrace. Once seated noticed we had beautiful personalised menus and we're served gorgeous home made breads. Each meal was delicious, well presented and with foraged ingredients. Beautiful experience from start to finish, excellent price for the quality of the food. We have already booked again.

Fabulous food ,,great staff,, a little gem hidden away ,, can’t wait to go again. A must place to add to your go to list

This is a truly excellent discovery. Carl and Beth Shillingford run a well thought out cafe/ restaurant/ deli that delivers exciting and inventive food. And, thanks to Covid in patrt many dishes can also be baught and taken home to be re-prep[ared and losing nothing in the transfer.. Carl is a clever and inventive cook who likes to explore other food cultures so expect to find opeiental, Spanish, Italian etc weeks in progress. And be sure to return time and again. If just passing the coffee is superb and very well presented and the deli selection is very likely to tempt you. We rate Foragers very highly indeed.

Amazing take away Sunday lunch! Great portion size as well. Superb value for money! Will visit again soon.....

sometimes ordinary is better. Carl’s Sunday lunch ticks all the boxes; tasty, delicious and satisfying.

Visited the Christmas Market held in the Courtyard at Pebmarsh. In the corner is Shillingfords. Ever adaptable they are selling Carl’s superb food, served with a smile by Beth and the front of house team. Among other purchases was a “Chicken Schnitzel “ it was superb. Highly recommended

We wanted somewhere to eat on our way back from an afternoon in Suffolk, heading to S Essex and what great find! We booked in advance and despite Friday evening being a pizza night I was offered a gluten free dish, being coeliac, from their French evening the next day. Very kind of them ! The setting is very rustic and we ate downstairs in the former stable, My wife had pheasant pizza , most enjoyable and I had cassoulet , again very good. Reasonable prices lovely couple running it and oh yes very good organic pinot noir.

Carl, Beth, and team provides a culinary journey difficult to find outside London! A truly wonderful experience, great food, and gorgeous surrounding. Thank you!!!!

Caribbean night was amazing... red snapper something to behold... wear a grass skirt for the full effect.

Brilliant. A top quality restaurant that deserves a lot of credit. Fantastic food, wonderful service.

Beth and Carl have been keeping the people of Pebmarsh and surrounding villages fed with delicious takeaways during lock down. There are lots of lovely dishes to buy from their cafe/deli and bring home to eat. We had a superb breakfast there recently and lunch is also available. The restaurant is open on a Saturday evening (restricted numbers) with themed food. If we can't get away to our favourite holiday destinations we can enjoy Carl's special evenings including Italian, Spanish and Indian. Sunday lunch is also available to eat in or take away. All covid 19 requirements are in place, hand wash, space between tables and necessary social distancing. I admire their innovation and determination to keep going during difficult times. We will return soon as they definitely deserve continuing support from their customers.

During the COVID19 lockdown Shillingford’s at the Foragers Retreat have been doing some absolutely delicious takeaway food options which my family have taken advantage of multiple times. We had Carl and Beth’s homemade Chinese takeaway which incorporated interesting foraged ingredients into fan-favourite Chinese dishes, like Fillet beef and Oyster mushroom stir fry, as well as sweet and sour wild boar, and starters like crayfish toast! We have also had homemade pizzas (on friday nights) that were reasonably priced and the tastiest pizzas from around here. These also had some unusual but extremely tasty toppings such as a prawn and wild sea grass pesto pizza which used foraged sea grasses such as samphire and sea aster. All the food we have had from the Shillingford’s takeaway service has been delicious, fresh and timely with a great Foragers twist on it! You cannot get better food to keep yourself happy during lockdown, keep up the good work Shillingford’s

Throughout the current lockdown have had a range of Sunday lunches from different suppliers. This one from Shillingfords along with all their other takeaways was, without doubt, the best I and my family have experienced. Well done Carl and Beth and team.

On Sunday I collected two roast pork dinners from Shllingfords. All I had to do on reaching home was to plate it and microwave (for me only 4 minutes) . What a meal!It was extremely tasty and enjoyable and I would recommend anyone to take advantage of this service during lockdown

Another fantastic dinner thank you Carl and Beth. Chinese takeaway evening was definitely a success. Hopefully more in the future! Everything we had was so tasty. We feel so lucky to have you on our doorstep. Keep up the great work

Never been disappointed. Tonight was no exception - Chinese takeaway... with a Foragers Restaurant twist, combining local produce with far Eastern flavours. No MSG to be found, thankfully.

Take-away lunch Carl & Beth, although closed during these adverse times, they are doing some Take-Away’s. Today (Sunday) we took advantage of Roast Chicken with ALL the trimmings. It was delicious. I can’t recommend them more highly

What a fab place! We enjoyed ordering in advance from an interesting and intriguing menu and although I’d kept a note of what we’d chosen, there was no need as when we got to our table there were individual and beautiful bespoke menus for each of us. Lovely touch! The table menu also give you a chance to check you’re happy with the order that food will arrive, as depending what you pick from the veg/meat/fish you may have chosen one thing more as a starter than a main as it isn’t always obvious when you choose. The bar/downstairs area (an old stable block) was full of character and we’d definitely go back to sit there and test out their breakfast/brunch/lunch menu. The restaurant is upstairs (I don’t know if there is a lift for people with limited mobility?), and seats 20-30 I’d say. Ambiance, temperature and lighting were all just right. It’s smart-casual, service was efficient but informal and there was a mix of friends families and couples dining. All our food was good, portions are a generous starter size and we had 3 savoury courses and a dessert and were comfortably sated but not stuffed, so just right. The cheeseboard was brilliant, lots of interesting and/or homemade bits and bobs on there as well as generous pieces of cheese and biscuits. We saw one person decide to order an extra course before his dessert and they rustled it up no problem. The only suggestion I’d make is to explain what the homemade breads and the cheeses are as i had to get the waiter back to ask him. Definitely recommend!

Beautifully presented 4 course meal of excellent flavour. Warm and friendly setting . Personal menu is a extra special touch . Well done for making a very enjoyable evening . Will defiantly look forward to next time

We took our son for midday lunch, Tucked well away in the county if it where not for the signs we'd not found the place, It was clean, smart, the girl from behind the sales counter, directed us to the pick up our own cutlery, menus, salt etc no napkins and to go and find a place to sit, then return to place our order (No Table service) I did not think this was a cafe?.

What a lovely place ! They’ve done such an interesting conversion on the old stables very relaxed and unique. The staff are delightful and the cooking was very good. You have to chose your 3 courses beforehand so service is efficient and the food very tasty indeed. We can’t wait to try the breakfast and brunch.

Just returned from a wonderful meal this evening at Shillingfords. The food was beautifully presented and the tastes were extremely appetising. Carl and Beth run a very cosy restaurant suitable for couples as well as families. The service provided was very attentive with knowledgeable, friendly staff ready to advice in any way. The whole atmosphere and experience was very relaxed, calm and brilliantly organised.

Lovely owners and staff; quaint building with characterful features; great food, beautifully presented.

Very interesting tasty food with a locally foraged element (ie. mushrooms, herbs and wild vegetables). The atmosphere is rustic, un-rushed and very cosy on a cold winters evening. The staff are knowledgeable, helpful and friendly. The haunch of venison and the fillet of brill were particularly good.

This is an atmospheric venue with knowledgeable staff and very creative menus producing exceptional flavors.

We had only previously visited for breakfasts (yummy) and coffee before so were over the moon when all guests on NYE were offered little taster pots of hot and freshly prepared delicious delights throughout the evening. So, now having sampled the food next problem is which friends to take with us when we go for dinner! Staff were brilliant. Thank you so much to everyone for such a great evening.

Fantastic food, service is very relaxed. Food is so tasty, my guests including my sister who is a chef compared the taste and presentation to a top London restaurant.

The move to new premises has not enhanced the offer. As sometimes happens the very reasons for popularity and patronage are left wanting when success beckons. Prices and portion sizes now make this original Sudbury pop up restaurant an expensive option when sampling several dishes.My final straw was a £10 cheese board which left me searching for the value..Our bill no longer reflected the reasons we patronised the original concept ..shame to say but we will not be making the journey again...

Table for 7 last night. Best food experience in Suffolk. Excellent, interesting food said all diners - turbot, gnocchi, kedgeree particular highlights. Great atmosphere and fantastic rustic barn - although a little chilly so take a layer! Really carefully chosen good value wine list and beers and ciders. So glad we found this gem. Staff were charming as well. What’s not to love.

Called in after seeing Facebook suggestion about newly smocked ribs. Excellent and delicious Can’t wait to go back

Went to Shillingfords at Foragers Retreat on Saturday 19th October and as per usual, had fantastic food and service. Having advised them in advance that a guest was celiac and had to have gluten free food, imagine our delight when the lovely Beth informed us on arrival that Carl had some gluten free bread cooking in the oven for her. I was overwhelmed by their thoughtfulness and our guest said it was delicious. What a wonderful gesture and so typical of the care and service that Carl and Beth display for their dining guests. This restaurant continues to amaze with the quality of food served and the warmth of the welcome provided by Carl, and Beth and her staff. Thank you to you all for yet another wonderful evening.

It is great to see Shillingfords (Foragers) doing do well in their new location. Carl is a first class cook and does forage for much of the food. There is a limited choice in consequence but imaginative choices cooked to perfection. You choose your menu a day or two in advance for the upstairs restaurant but there are no more than 20-30 covers. The menu changes regularly and depends very much on availability and the time of year. Beth runs the front of house is is a bundle of energy, a lovely person. To guarantee a table bookings should be made well in advance but frequently seats become free so worth following on Facebook. There is cafe downstairs that also provides tapas and other tasty nibbles. These people really deserve success as they have worked so hard for it and the results speak for themselves. Makes you wish you lived in Pebmarsh.

What a delight to dine at the Forager's retreat with the lovely Carl and Beth. Their new business here has really taken off and it it is not difficult to see why. Carl is a talented Michelin star Chef who forages most of the food for his inventive dishes whilst Beth and her team are front of house. This time we enjoyed wild mushroom pancakes, mushroom stroganoff, haunch of red deer, scallop wrapped in Dover sole followed by lavender and honey ice cream and wild blackberry sorbet. Each and every course was fantastic! The reviewer who says they don't like being asked to order in advance misunderstands the concept. This is foraged food for a small probably 25 covers restaurant and pre-ordering helps them to avoid food waste. I much prefer this approach to a huge restaurant menu and being told that particular dish is not available. Keep doing what you are doing Carl and Beth it works well for those of us who enjoy your concept.

Well, Shillingfords is definitely a restaurant that's different. With the proprietors always there, Carl and Beth run a tight ship. Carl is the chef who also forages for much of his dishes, with Beth always front of house. You can eat formally upstairs, though you must book - they are often booked weeks in advance - or informally downstairs with a limited menu. Carl puts a large tasty, one pot meal on the bar, and when it's gone, it's gone. There are lovely 'tapas' style bits and bobs to nibble while having a drink. You don't have to eat, you can just sit there, having a drink and soaking up the atmosphere. Dogs welcome outside in the courtyard garden. I cannot recommend this eatery more highly.

A very unusual setting, but spacious and comfortable. Excellent service and attention by staff, and the personalised place cards listing menu choices is a nice touch. Food was delightful albeit small portions, however, overall an enjoyable experience. My only, and very personal criticism, is having to submit menu choices a week or more before visiting. I'm not good at predicting my appetite!

Having been twice in a week for brunch we decided to book for an evening meal. Emailed 3 days ago for a booking for next Saturday...our Anniversary and received an email saying someone would contact us asap. Went there on Friday and asked for confirmation and was told again someone would contact us. Emailed again yesterday...no response. Not very efficient . Obviously have had to book alternative venue. Very disappointed as menu looked very interesting and were looking forward to an enjoyable meal.

Ambiance was great whilst having pre dinner drinks, interesting cocktails with foraged fruit. Taken to our table later than booked as a member of our group was running late. Staff were really good about this and happy for us to wait.

We visited this week as a group of 7. The food was mostly excellent, well presented and tasty. However few points. Our starter of Tomato and Mozzarella Salad was OK, but lacked mozzarella. It was mostly tomato with very little mozzarella, and the pesto was overpowering-basil leaves would have been nicer.

I have wanted to go to Shillingfords/Forager's Retreat for ages but for one reason or other I hadn't been able to.

Finished work at 12.00 so the wife decided let's here for light lunch. Greek salad, bean salad with cranberry and brie tart. Superb, washed down with a tasty white wine. Would definitely recommend.

Once again we went to The Foragers Retreat in Pebmarsh (used to be known as Shillingfords when at the Quay Theatre, Sudbury. The new premises are just as we would have expected: a sympathetic renovation of old stables, and yet somehow modern. The food, of course, was really scrummy. We took family and ate in the downstairs bar from the 'pot on the counter': a divine Paella! We cannot recommend this lovely place enough.

Visited today as a group of 10 for a friend’s birthday, to start the day off. The chef’s cooked breakfast is the best breakfast I have ever eaten. The quality of the food surpasses the £8 price tag. As always Beth and Carl have created a great restaurant. They work incredibly hard and I do not know how they make a profit on this.

We visited the cafe in Pebmarsh today, meeting a friend there for breakfast. I had been a bit suspicious of the superb reviews but now I understand why there are so many. A great little spot on the edge of Pebmarsh village, and as it was a sunny morning we chose to dine on the little roof terrace. Service was friendly and knowledgeable, the interiors are rustic and charming, the food was excellent and also the coffee - such a rarity!

Seven friends and I had dinner here, ordering just about everything on the menu. It was all wonderful. My wild boar risotto was delicious. The ambience was relaxed and the staff were attentive and helpful. We’d definitely all go back there. Great wine too!

Visited on a Sunday morning with a family of about 7. We all ordered the chefs cooked breakfast which did not disappoint. Was absolutely delicious and the idea is amazing, will definitely be visiting for a dinner when I’m next in the area

A fascinating gastronomical romp around the local hedgerows for many interesting dished, full and flavourful dishes prepared with flair. Thoroughly enjoyed and now excited as I discovered they do Breakfast as well

We booked and ordered in advance.

The Foragers Retreat is back in business! We have just visited their new cafe/restaurant in Pebmarsh as they were having an open weekend and we were not disappointed. Situated just on the edge of Pebmarsh in a farm courtyard they have carried out an amazing conversion and the place has real rustic charm. Carl and Beth have done an amazing job. We had a lovely coffee in the downstairs relaxed cafe area and then could not resist Carl's pop up burger tent outside. The wild boar burgers were amazing and we can't wait to get there for another evening at their restaurant. Congratulations on creating a beautiful place with excellent food and we will join the waiting list to get in to the restaurant! It's worth calling in for breakfast or lunch too and still close to Sudbury where they were based before. Don't miss it!

Attended Shillingford's opening night in their new location at The Forager's Retreat in Pebmarsh, food as creative and inventive, and as delicious as ever. Service and site were still bedding in, but nothing detracted from a most pleasant evening, an auspicious start.

We are so delighted that the lovely Carl and Beth have got their new restaurant up and running. Forager's retreat is a delight with amazing food and service. It was great to see so many people eating there and enjoying the ambiance. Carl produced some outstanding dishes; between us we had crayfish gnocchi, haunch of wild boar, chicken of the woods satay skewers, strawberry trio, elder flower ice cream and lemon balm with water mint sorbet. Every course was perfect and thoroughly enjoyed. We know that Carl and Beth will have every success with Forager's retreat just as they did with their restaurant at the Quay theatre in Sudbury. We will be back again very soon.

I loved Carl and Beth's food when they were in Sudbury, and now here they are, in bigger and better surroundings and just as tasty as ever (the food, that is).

Was treated by my daughter for my birthday truly one of the most awesome meals I have ever had ! Absolutely sublime

We have been meaning to go to this restaurant for ages and we managed it on my birthday last week. What an experience it was - the most special birthday meal I have had in years. A couple of weeks before we received the menu and we chose four course each as they suggested that this was best and it was! We arrived in the small intimate restaurant and each of our menus was typed out and presented on our table for us - it was very nice. Beth has the most charming smile and couldn't do enough to help with serving us and the food cooked by Carl was absolutely amazing. I had a chestnut millefeille which was so tasty and unusual for a starter, following homemade tasty bread! This was followed by home-smoked sea trout on a poached egg and homemade muffin with a beautiful hollandaise sauce. The combination of flavours was superb and the sea trout was by far the best I have ever tried. The main of wild boar en croute had the most incredible damson jus to go with it and my hazelnut and medlar icecream was a lovely end to a fabulous meal. The wine and even the coffee afterwards was also excellent. This place is a hidden gem and I know they are moving premises soon so can't wait to hear where they end up because I would travel miles to eat here again. A stunning unforgettable meal.

I chose this restaurant because of the reviews and it was as good as they say, if not better! The food is creative and exceptional, so delicious. A little different with the foraging but not too different. The ambience, even where it is currently, was really good too. I think they make a good team. There are lots of little touches which make it a magical evening. I understand they are moving soon so I would get in quick before they get their first Michelin star in their new premises, which would truly be deserved. I can't recommend enough and we will be back whenever we are anywhere nearby. I should also add that I am allergic to gluten and Carl and Beth could not do enough to accommodate, they happily adapted almost everything on the menu for me with no noticeable reduction in quality which is rare for gf food!

Had pre theatre dinner las Saturday at was astonished at the quality of the food. Great value and in the theatre building itself!! Will definitely return.

Came here with family and had the most amazing evening. The food is out of this world and the service is top notch. Really lovely people. Will 100% be back

Read the 3 average reviews first. The first concerning the lack of menu choice! Are you for real, I've never been to a restaurant and not read the menu before going. - Discount this review.

We visited Shillingfords on 8th November 2018. What a wonderful way to celebrate a rather big birthday with dear friends and my husband! The food, service and the setting were all enchanting. I have sung your praises ever since! Penelope Moores

I visited Shillingfords for the first time last night, having wanted to go there for ages. I was not disappointed. I loved the ambience, the food was excellent (I had delicious gnocchi with wild garlic followed by mallard breast and ice cream/sorbet) and it was all so well presented. The service was great too - Beth makes you feel very welcome and Carl came out of the kitchen to talk to diners at the end of the evening. I liked the idea of the small plates of food which, for me, meant that I had enough food without feeling too 'stuffed' at the end of the evening. Also, we had the option of ordering bread (four different types - delicious) and cheese or ice/cream sorbet on the night. It was also good to have reasonably priced wines. I can't wait to go back!

Yes the food is delicious but no one wants to wait for nearly an hour between courses and when pointing this out to the staff to be told its because there is only one person in the kitchen! It's almost like saying the proprietor is right not the customer. When the customer may be getting tired after a couple of hours in the restaurant already and has run out of conversation! It's a real shame as the food was lovely fresh beautifully presented tasty all of that but none of us would return.

Brilliant food and staff. Would definately recommend. Reasonably priced, will be paying another visit.

Sheer pleasure from the first to the last mouthful. Unique food in a unique setting. Thank you AGAIN x

Amazing food and service. Fallow deer steak was best steak I've ever had and melted in your mouth. Expensive but worth the money.

realy good restaraunt the staff were realy friendly and attentive the food was very good small but you could have more than one dish if you wanted we came out full but not over full we would definitely go again and the price £46.00 for the two of us one starter 2 main 2 deserts was very good thanks a good night

I can’t fault this restaurant. The first time we went I wasn’t sure if it would live up to my expectations - it did...and more! It’s an interesting way of dining, small plates that you choose beforehand...the menu is the same all month (and I admit to being excited each month to see what’s coming next). The menus are designed around what is available and what can be foraged....which means I’ve eaten things I’ve never eaten before. The owners are a delight (you don’t see much of Karl as he’s creating magical dishes in the kitchen) but Beth is present and greats everyone as an old friend. I don’t think I’ll ever tire of visiting Shillingfords...but, be warned, it’s small and can only fit so many diners (I love that they’re not cramming more tables in or rushing people) and it’s a pop up restaurant so only open Thurs-Sat and is at the top of the Quay theatre (so not for the less mobile). For a Saturday evening you need to book ahead, but do, it’s worth it!

Our fourth visit to the lovely Beth and very talented Carl’s pop-up restaurant. The best food we’ve ever had. Fresh and amazing flavours and with a monthly changing menu it’s always exciting. Be back soon!

The key word is foraged ( not quite bush tucker trials) dont expect the usual array of restaurant food and you will not be disappointed. This is a pop up restaurant , the menu is not known until a few days prior so its a bit of a gamble , you may not like all of the dishes on offer . All well prepared but can be very untypical not all of our party were impressed by their personal taste restricted choices

Really enjoyed our evening at Shillingfords, amazing place - really cosy and excellent service, I believe from the lovely Beth. Food incredible, all good, however the bread was just outstanding and such a good choice of food. Lovely choice of wine and drinks too. I would 100% recommend this place, I am veggie, husband is not and we both really loved it - wish it was a little closer to Colchester!

So much enjoyed our meal here. Superbly presented dishes consisting of mainly local produce and foraging. Great service lovely ambiance. Highly recommend!

A fascinating gastronomical romp around the local hedgerows for many interesting and flavourful dishes prepared with flair

I've been to Shillingford's so many times now and it just gets better each time. Their small plates are great as it gives you a few more choices rather than a traditional starter-main-dessert type meal. Recently I had sea aster pasta, loin of fallow deer, kid goat curry and ice cream (rose petal and pineapple weed). I'd always recommend starting with their bread because it's so tasty! Beth and Carl use seasonal and locally sourced ingredients, some of which they forage - everything is delicious and gives the opportunity to try some different foods. I highly recommend dinner here, just make sure and book in advance as it's got quite a waiting list!

After visiting with friends who have dined here before, we can see why they keep going back for more! Food was absolutely delicious and the service second to none. We'll be back soon!

We had heard great things about this place and we were not disappointed. We were greeted with a lovely warm welcome. The bread to start was really lovely. All the courses were so tasty, well presented and a perfect portion size. The venison with the gravy was amazing. Plate licking!! We were offered extra bread at any course to mop up the sauce/gravy. A faultless evening and would very highly recommend going. I’m looking forward to a return visit

As always excellent service and wonderful food, our friends were very impressed with the entire evening

We ate here a number of times when attending a show and enjoyed it very much indeed. The produce used was very fresh and beautifully cooked. They also stock a good choice of wines. The service is excellent and if you are seeing a show they ensure you are fed on time!

It is always a pleasure to enjoy an evening at Shillingfords being well looked after by the ever amiable Beth and to sample Carl's culinary delights, he never fails to impress with his foraged and locally sourced food. This time was no exception; the standout dishes for us were the kid curry with foraged spices and the herb tartlet together with a wild watercress salad. I am not normally a fan of watercress but this was amazing! We finished off with cherry pavlova served with a raspberry posset and gooseberry sorbet. A fine dining experience at affordable prices, the bill for two of us came to £69 including drinks, which is excellent value for this exceptionally different and tasty food. Well done Carl and Beth and we look forward to visiting Shillingfords again soon.

Shillingfords is unique. A pop-up restaurant situated in the Quay Theatre. All of the seasonal dishes are prepared with foraged foods collected by the chef, Carl Shillingford, along with locally sourced ingredients. The result is wonderful and delicious food, served in small dishes (you select a number of these dishes). Beth (front of house) will explain everything you need to know (and does it with real enthusiasm. This place is special - Book Early!!

My wife & I dined here yesterday evening and thoroughly enjoyed the lovely food, wine and attentive service. It's difficult to add to the many positives of this unique dining experience - which are already well documented in the multitude of reviews rated excellent on T.A., but worth mentioning that the food portions suited my wife admirably (she always says she would prefer a few tasty starters rather than a bulky main course) and also that our wine ( a grenache-style rose) was excellent at a very reasonable £17. All in all, a most enjoyable dining experience.

The venue and the format of this small restaurant is truly original and I would encourage all to seek it out.

Justifiably popular so you’ll need to book well in advance. Really good concept, great cooking and a relaxed atmosphere. Brilliant.

Fantastic food, much of it foraged and wild. Had some amazing mushrooms. Great service, friendly and took time to tell us about the food.

We celebrated our 30th Wedding anniversary at Shillingfords with friends and had a fabulous time. The atmosphere is really vibrant, everyone has pre-ordered their meals, so there is no pondering over the menu. We just relaxed with a glass of wine and enjoyed the evening. Food was fab, the lovely Beth was very attentive and knowledgeable, Carl bought our final course out, was lovely to see him, such a great chef. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend the restaurant, will definitely be back.

Had a lovely meal at shillingfords really tasty food, lovely owners . Love that we had locally sourced food in season.

Definitely a hidden Suffolk jewel. the food was amazing, the flavours were fabulous. Definitely one of the best meals we have had in a very long time. The service was excellent too. If you have a special occasion to celebrate then this is the place to go. Will definitely revisit.

Great pop-up restaurant on the top floor of the Quay Theatre. Book well in advance as it’s really popular! Foraged and locally sourced ingredients cooked and blended together to perfection. What Carl does to food and the attention to detail is amazing and Beth’s service is exceptional. The method of pre-ordering to avoid waste is a great idea and the method of portion sizing at affordable prices is inspired. Would highly recommend.

I have been to shillingfords a few times now and without a doubt have always had an amazing meal. The menus are thoughtful and original. The food is sourced locally and created into something spectacular. Lovely quaint atmosphere and setting. Just perfect and would highly recommend this place to anyone!

Tonight was our second visit to Shillingford's and we enjoyed our night just as much as the first. Our waitress was lovely and our food was absolutely delicious. Am looking forward to next time!

We went here on Friday night and had a fantastic meal 🥘 the service was great, the staff are friendly we will return again , I highly recommend this restaurant you won’t be disappointed 😊

We were fortunate enough to get a table on a Thursday night. In spite of the late booking they were able to cater admirably for three gluten free diners.

We visited Sudbury for the weekend and having noted the great reviews were fortunate to secure a table. The food is based on seasonal produce and some is foraged which makes it more special. Beth was able to talk through our menu choices and the dishes were very well cooked and presented. Definitely recommend and very reasonably priced.

WOW ! Everyone MUST GO to this restaurant !

All I can say is amazing. I’m at a loss for words at the amazing quality of the food, the service and the amazing atmosphere. 3 hours and 4 courses later I’ve eaten falafel, scallops, guinea fowl and an exceptional amount of rhubarb (that’s not a bad thing). The service was amazing and the place had a quirky yet relaxed atmosphere. I’d reccomend it to anyone and I’m sure I’ll be back.