The Anvil Inn & Restaurant in King's Lynn and West Norfolk

Visited The Anvil when holidaying in area , so pleased I did , what a find . Felt very welcome as soon as I walked in . I asked if they did veggie dishes when i booked , waitress had a note made to the effect I was veggie . Great choice , terrific value. Excellent service, 1st class food . In fact 1st class in every way . Well recommended

Difficult review, no question Restaurant is value for money, but not always about quantity. The main menu portions are for big eaters and very good value, the small fixed menu the same even better value, food is very reasonable bordering on good but no flexibility if you do not want one of the items that comes with the meal or want something as a little extra, bit of patronising creeps in if you even dare to ask even if you have not completed your sentence, sad would have been 4 star had this flexibility been there. This may have been down to the waiter, im sure if the owner had been made aware they would have added or changed one of the items at the time of ordering, of course you are then made to feel like a unappreciated dinner.

A delightful country pub, with delicious food and really friendly, helpful staff, wish I lived nearer so I could visit more often

Great food, excellent friendly service. Not your usual pub food what the Anvil has is special. Generous portions as well. 4 very happy adults

I went to the anvil inn with my family by motor home the motor home side of it was very pleasant with electric hookup and space to walk the dogs. The pub side of things was also very nice we had dinner in the pub the food was very nice and in the morning we had breakfast in the pub of which I would rate highly. Highly recommend definitely come agin

4 of us went to the Annvil and had the christmas diner off the specials menu ,which was fantastic .. thouroghly enjoyed . we have been several times before and never been dissapointed yet.... be back soon Eric

Had a really great Christmas Eve carvery at the Anvil. They saved the day after being let down by another local pub. All 10 of us really had a lovely meal, the food was hot and delicious. The staff were really friendly and went over and above to make it really positive experience. We will be returning in the new year, and will also be booking for next Christmas.

We Pre booked Christmas lunch and a motorhome pitch, based on general reviews, so really didn’t know what to expect. However there was nothing to be concerned about. We were welcomed on arrival, being shown where the waste points etc are and which was our pitch. We ate from the pub menu on Christmas Eve afternoon, then stopped for the band in the evening, then had lunch on Christmas Day. The food was very good, with plenty of it and the owner and staff were pleasant and friendly, as were the locals. Pub was pretty full on both days, which is obviously testament to the owners and staff. Electric is from a preloaded card, with a £5 refundable deposit. No toilets or showers, but not a problem to us. Thank you for your hospitality and we hope you have a successful 2024.

Make sure you go hungry, and if you have the Bailey's bread and butter pudding go easy on the alcohol, there's more than a hint of Bailey's. The meals were well cooked and presented, all delicious, minus one star for the tired looking decor, although the Christmas decorations were lovely. Would highly recommend, we will visit again,.

The Anvil Inn is a lovely hidden gem! The staff are welcoming and informative, we didn’t get the name of our server but she was fab and couldn’t do enough! The rest of the staff were welcoming and friendly. The food was great with plenty of choice and the wait was short! Couldn’t ask for much more and we will definitely be back, thank you!

Good menu range the sizzlers were very tasty as was the combo starter, Good atmosphere staff were very attentive.

Went there 12 months ago, in area so booked a table for 18th Nov, we both had Sirloin Steaks I had chips and my partner had boiled potatoes. Superbly cooked, we had battered onion rings, we ordered more! Great ambiance, great service just a top meal. So good we booked for Sunday lunch, that was excellent as well!

Went out for a lovely meal with friends and family here today and it was tremendous. Lewis (Bar Manager) was extremely helpful as long as the lady working alongside him. The food was great value and very tasty, from both the 'saver' and main meals menus. Will be recommending this establishment to all of my friends as it understands that customer service and happy staff are key. Thank you so much, Smith family

Another lovely meal at The Anvil. We went we friends, food superb again all freshly cooked, tasted amazing. Staff friendly couldn't do enough for us explained the menu. Great atmosphere So good we have booked to go back next month and to a works Christmas meal. Highly recommend

We were heading up the Sandringham campsite and decided to have a Sunday lunch on the way. The Anvil is tucked away on a little country road and offered a Sunday Carvery for £14.50. We did book and were shown to our table. We were collected when they were ready for us ( so no queuing) and taken to the carvery. There was a good range of meats with beef, lamb, chicken and sausages. Yorkshire puddings, roast potatoes, boiled potatoes, cabbage, peas, carrots and cauliflower cheese, with gravy completed the plate. Although the meat was served, there was plenty given and we helped ourselves to the veg. Everything was superb! The meat was tender and the vegetables beautifully cooked. I can honestly say, one of the best carveries I have eaten. Can’t fault it! The pub has a lovely atmosphere and was really busy, which is always a good sign! The staff are very welcoming and friendly. There is a good selection of real ales. Good to know that there is a campsite here which welcomes vans. £15 a night to book in but if you just turn up and park in the car, it is free!

My husband and I recently had our wedding reception at The Anvil. We were treated to a beautiful three course meal which included the carvery for our small wedding party of 28. We had an evening buffet with plenty of food to go around our 80 evening guests together with a disco in the main bar. This pub is a lovely little gem hidden away in the back roads of Congham. We weren’t overcharged because we booked a ‘wedding’ which you will find with most venues you are. The service was second to none and Carl, Lewis and Kath and the team couldn’t have been more helpful. The food is 5 star, service is 5 star and the atmosphere was 5 star. Our wedding day was fantastic because of the service we received and we will now become regulars at The Anvil as it will hold a special place in our hearts going forward.

Absolutely lovely place to eat , the staff are super friendly and can't do enough to help , my husband is disabled and we asked for comfy seating for him which we got the food was excellent my MIL had a carvery my husband and his dad had the liver and bacon and I had the stilton chicken although we ordered from different menus it was all timed perfectly so we ate together they even sorted out the fact my husband doesn't like garden peas and offered him to choose veg from the carvery, the portions are very good and the food is served hot , the drinks were even delivered before we finished ordering them as the bar was just near us lol , this place is a hidden gem it's a little off the main route but well worth going for the friendly atmosphere and welcome from all the staff we will definitely go again anyone holidaying near it needs to try it the prices are very reasonable too , 4 of us ate and had a drink for a great price well done to all the staff and the owners

Great pub had a motor home stopover Food was brilliant great choice and good prices steak menu on Saturday night very good , staff really friendly couldn’t do enough to make our stay good highly recommended

Great home cooked food. Quick service and food hot. Very friendly staff and really helpful. Excellent value. Fab dessert!!!

Beautiful quiet spot great food and great hospitality, 😊 we also stayed in the static caravan on the beautiful quiet small site at the back

A great site for motorhomers and caravans. Small site which is well maintained with pre-payment of electricity and fresh water on tap. Idyllic and quiet at the rear of the Anvil pub in quiet countryside. Karl is the perfect host and his friendly personality and fantastic customer service is second to non. We felt welcome straight away. The pub serves really delicious freshly cooked food at very reasonable prices. This is definitely our first choice when we visit Norfolk in the future. No, there’s no showers or toilets but as motorhomers we have them on board so what’s the problem? Thanks Karl, you are the perfect host Steve & Alison

If you want a good value meal, with very friendly staff, this is the place to go. It isn't gourmet , neither are the prices though. A mid week special of 3 courses for £16 is a snip. Plenty of choice for each course. Food was hot and we were given a reasonable time between each serving. Lovely staff, couldn't have asked for better. A pub in the middle of nowhere could struggle but The Anvil has got it just right. Thanks to all staff

Excellent sunday carvery, enjoyed every mouthful. Booking a must. Unfortunately the Anvil is located on a quite narrow country lane so is not always easy to find for the first time. Excellent and helpful staff.

Cannot speak highly enough of this lovely place, the staff are lovely and very welcoming, we had a table for 8 and every dish was perfect, it was my wife's birthday and they treated her like a VIP, can't wait to return, I highly recommend The Anvil, a real hidden gem.

Although off track, there are always plenty of people there. they have found this little gem. Great variety of food and Sunday carvery just amazing. Staff so friendly.

The Anvil did a great job with the food for the wake everything home cioked. The staff were lovely and nothing too much trouble. Made sure we were looked after. Thankyou so much

It is not as advertised Very noisy site Woken very early in morning with lots of dogs barking through out the day dogs not belonging to pub or campsite Lots of very loud bangs through out the day No decent dog walks to close to...

What a gem of a place. We were allowed to stay for free in our campervan at this wonderful pub off the beaten track, all we had to do was have a meal.. what an absolute bargain. We had the Mid Week 3 course Special...

Four people, all had different courses. I started with chicken liver pate, but could have done with one more piece of toast as there was so much pate, but it was lovely. Then had battered cod and chips, which were nice and chunky, and for...

Yet again we had a fantastic evening at the Anvil. The place was bustling with customers even at 18:15. People inside and in beer garden. Seated as soon as we got our drinks. Wife had chicken melt and I had a sizzling platter mixed grill....

Visited on a Tuesday night had never been before did not know what to expect. Good value traditional pub food which was served by friendly cheerful staff nothing was too much trouble. The Anvil is a little off the beaten track but worth the effort...

Excellent food. Great staff always very accommodating. Karl and Kathy are wonderful hosts, terrific value for money. And a great range of beverages. Always a pleasure to visit the anvil.

We have just had a lovely three course meal, with a great atmosphere, the pub was fully booked and very busy. As always the service and food was great. Carl, Kath and all the staff made it a lovely evening and we can’t wait to...

How I Wish 0 out of 5 was an option. Whilst not expecting high levels from general pub food this place really is scraping the bottom of the barrel. Food arrived cold, very tough overcooked meat. And I’m not one to complain in general but...

Starters came out pretty quickly and not so bad. From there on it goes downhill! Burnt chips, returned. No onions with the burger as described. Chilli so so. 50% of the food not eaten. Burger over cooked. Waitress was very attentive and apologetic, not her...

My wife and I had a meal in the Anvil tonight and i have to say how good we both thought it was. The food was very enjoyable and good value for money, the beer was good as was the service so what more could...

Visited The Anvil Inn today for the Sunday carvery. The meal was very satisfying and represented excellent value for money. Will definitely return.

Sitting in their little garden having just enjoyed great value for money lunch. Certainly recommend this of the beaten track pub for a bite to eat, very welcoming and flavoursome food home cooked too.

Amazing home made food, super friendly staff. And a personal thanks to Lewis for the great hospitality. Parked my motorhome here over night. An absolute home from home.

The food was very good nice to see option of smaller portions, we were seated in a soulless dining room that had no atmosphere and it let the food down, it was depressing. I can honestly say I have never paid to be seated in...

Booked a private function for my dad's 70th birthday.. The menu choice was suitable for all out party,the staff was so helpful from start to finish,food was amazing and I had a steak medium and was cooked to perfection... Everyone I spoke to in our...

Finally got here after years of saying we should go. Best home cooked pub food we have had for a long time. Plenty of choice and food cooked perfectly. Very welcoming, promo and polite service. Will definitely be back.

Great food great service 3 course’s for£12. Great value and warm welcome. Had pie which was steak and kidney. Melted in your mouth.

Great value for money - whilst not the top-end Michelin star quality, for the price paid it was good value and the quality was good. We had lunch here and went for the day-time, mid-week special deal - we may have expected smaller servings, but...

very welcoming good food good service satisfiying all round will certianly be returning for yet another meal

Came here on 25th September for a belated anniversary meal with my husband. Once again I could not fault the service of Karl, Kath and their lovely team. You always get a warm welcome. The food was absolutely wonderful - so tasty and beautifully cooked....

This pub is clearly popular with the locals. There is no atmosphere and is very dated with decor and the menu. The food is poor with dried beef in the pie and sauces that clearly had not been cooked through and had a line of...

We were a table of 12 on Saturday 4 September 21. We were greeted from the car park (1 person in a wheelchair), helped into the restaurant and seated by friendly staff. Service was very good, we were shown a variety of menu's plus a...

This place is clearly very popular with the locals, the staff are friendly, welcoming and clearly work exceptionally hard. The menu is extensive but it would be better if they concentrated on a smaller number of meals and did them well. Unfortunately the food was...

Having to go to Queen Elizabeth Hospital for an appointment (from Long Sutton, Lincs) we checked on the local pubs on trip advisor and am so pleased we chose here. Smashing friendly, helpful staff. We had the midweek special and boy was it good. Mushroom...

Carl and the rest of the staff made us feel very welcome, including helping us to arrange a taxi which was much appreciated. The chilli was great and the mini puddings were actually pretty big and really tasty. We thought the decor would be more...

From phone booking to arriving staff are helpful and polite, we went for my wife’s birthday and they even put up birthday banners. Food was great group of 10 not one bit of the order wrong, and trust me it wasn’t straight forward orders. Food...

More social club than pub. Very light on atmosphere and as a previous reviewer said, reminds him of his nan’s lounge. That said - at £12 for three courses you shouldn’t be expecting the Ritz. Food was tasty and did the job.

The pub was very convenient as it was only 5 minutes’ walk from our accommodation so it was fortunate that the food is so good there. We would recommend the raspberry eton mess and, especially, the Baileys bread & butter pudding! We liked it so...

Fabulous small campsite. Very friendly staff and fabulous food all in a peaceful rural location. Great value too. Will visit again.

Fantastic carvery every Sunday in quiet rural settings. Home cooked food, choice of fresh vegetables and variety of delicious sweets. Would recommend anyone to give this a try, not only Sunday but all week long for variety of dishes. Karl and Kath will always make...

Having been recommended by a friend we thought we’d give this restaurant a try. Fish and chips for two. It was a very costly, greasy, soggy batter affair, won’t be going again. Hand cut chips and hot fat for frying take a bit more skill...

We were having a break in Norfolk and spotted this pub online. I’m happy to say the pub was very welcoming and Covid friendly. We were served promptly and had a lovely comforting lunch. We were offered as much as we wanted at the carvery....

Traditional pub grub at its best. Very generous portions and piping hot. Highly organised and excellent service. Then of course there’s the desserts. The only issue is choosing what to have🤣 Highly recommend.

This is the second time we have visited. We stayed in the car park in our motorhome and ate in the pub. The food and service were excellent on both occasions and it is so convenient being able to stay overnight

Amazing owners. Stayed in the static caravan. Very clean and tidy with all amenities that was needed. Food was to die for. Amazing. Very well organised with the new covid rules. Deffo looking to go back. Kids loved it and wanting to go back. Atmosphere...

Really enjoyed our food, spent a very pleasant evening, made to feel very welcome and looked after, thank you.

Excellent evening celebrating birthday. Meal was fantastic, beautiful birthday cake. Staff marvellous. Thoroughly recommend The Anvil. Exceptionally clean.

Fabulous food, wonderful friendly atmosphere, we had a fabulous visit . Kids menu was better than most and just wish we lived closer so I could go more often. Keep up the good work!

We have just walked back to our motor home (the site belongs to the pub) after having a first class meal at the Anvil Inn. How many times have we said, if places served smaller portions, we’d have room for a dessert? Well, wow the...

Excellent value and fantastic home cooked pub food. Superb attentive service from all staff members and nothing was too much trouble. Tucked out of the way but well worth a visit.

Just had a lovely 4 day break here.This was our second visit to the campsite. Lovely area .Hosts are fantastic nothing to much trouble. Food in the pub is wonderful .we had two meals for £12 and it was really lovely. We had the carvery...

Had a lovely meal last night at The Anvil Inn. Food was fresh and tasty with a good number of options. Staff could not have been more welcoming. Very helpful and attentive. As for Covid, the owner has put everything in place that could possibly...

We were refused entrance onto a campsite in Great Yarmouth because we have a dog so after failing to find an alternative we started the 3 hour drive home. Stopped for fuel and remembered Britstop MotorHome stopovers. Called the Anvil but no answer, the landlord...

We took our caravan to the anvil inn for a 3 night trip last weekend .For a small site at the back of this very secluded pub it was a lovely find. The pub itself was great with a very friendly atmosphere and good food...

Four of us travelled from the midlands with a caravan each in tow, a small 6 van site along with a static caravan you can hire. We were greeted by Lewis would could not have done more to settle us in and gives us all...

Just had first post lockdown lunch out. Missed having our lunch at the Anvil. All required precautions in place and easy to stick to. Had starter and 2 for £12 main. Pulled pork pie fantastic best I’ve had there and missed over last many weeks.

We have eaten many times at The Anvil and each time have enjoyed perusing the extensive menu and choice. The food is always hot and well presented and tasty with quality home made products! The portion sizes are generous.

Very nice food portions are large and well cooked. Staff were nice and friendly. Specials board and a good choice on the menu we all enjoyed our food. Would I go back? Yes

The Anvil is a drive down narrow country lanes but the food is worth the drive when you get there. There is a good selection of food on the menu with a specials board priced at 2 for £12. I can recommend the Steak Pie Chips and Gravy . The sweets are excellent.The pub was very quiet when we arrived but got busy about 8.30. The service is excellent.

Dined witrh four friends on thursday evening. Surprisingly we were the only people in the restaurant. Menu was extensive with a great choice of different food. The service was very good and quite fast but that may have been down to the number of people eating. We all had starters, mains and desserts and every course came as a generous helping, in short the food was excellent. I believe the Anvil is busy at lunch times and it's location would account for the lack of diners on a cold damp thursday night. If you fancy a drive down narrow country roads to be rewarded with excellent food, then the Anvil is the place to go.

Once again, the Anvil service , staff, friendliness and food topped the bill.We took a friend friend, he was delighted with the place. He gave everything 5 stars and would tell his friends about the gem it is.love it.

Ok meal nothing special but cheap two for £12 nice staff bit out the way but nice to go and try nothing to complain about

Came here Saturday night for a meal with my husband as it was our 17th wedding anniversary. Once again I could not fault the service of Karl, Kath and their lovely team. You always get a warm welcome. The food was absolutely wonderful - so tasty and beautifully cooked. Darcy our waitress was very attentive and helpful. We have been here on several occasions and will certainly come here again!

Have eaten here a number of times, midweek two for £12, good quality outstanding value. Sunday Carvery, excellent, cant fault, great value. Friendly and attentive staff.

We stayed at The Anvil Inn with our caravan, site perfect for a peaceful stay, owners hospitality second to none and food in their establishment was extremely good value for money. Nothing is to much trouble when you visit The Anvil Inn

Have booked again the restaurant for our group for Christmas We had to change as the previous pub changed hands and went down hill. We have no regrets and find this an excellent venue Landlord/lady work well with us in making arrangements to se that all goes well

Had lunch with wife. As always food excellent. Steak and Stilton pie was fantastic. 2 meals for £12 excellent value for money.

My husband and I and our two sons, recently stayed in the anvil’s rented static caravan, we had a fabulous week, and would highly recommend it, the accommodation was clean, tidy and a brilliant base, nothing was any trouble for the owners of the anvil and we where made to feel very welcome.

After travelling around the area trying to find a pub/restaurant that had space we came across the Anvil. Loads of space, empty in fact...should have realised why really.

Came here last night with my husband for a belated birthday meal. Once again we could not fault the service of Karl, Kath and their team. Food is absolutely wonderful - cooked to perfection! Karl and his team are very attentive to everyone and so welcoming. I can assure you we'll certainly be coming back - hopefully in September for our wedding anniversary.

we booked through PITCHUP.COM so easy we arrived Friday afternoon and greeted by the landlord Carl who was very welcoming

Went here with friends for lunch. Excellent attentive service, nothing is too much trouble. We chose the meals from the specials boards - only £12 for two meals and I chose the home made pork and mushroom pie with vegetables and new potatoes. It was full of good chunks of pork and really tasty. We decided on the small sized sweets at just £3.95 (I think that is the right price) and there was more than enough. I chose the Raspberry Eton Mess which was a fair sized Sundae Glass full and plenty. Really recommend this place for good value, good portion sizes and really very good service.

Full marks to Carl who book our table, when we arrived we were shown to the table.

Turned up Friday evening with our motor home parked up set up,good idea go for a Pint walked in they had Live music on it was fantastic.

The land lord was lovely friendly and welcomed us. The campsite was great. We could only stay one night. We ate in the pub great menu choice and the staff were efficient and the food lovely highly recommend. Only down side was constant dog barking from 7.30pm untill gone 11pm. We will definitely use again just take ear plugs.

Went to Anvil Sunday for first time with my partner. Carl and Kath very friendly and the carvery was excellent and reasonably priced. Have booked for future sundays.

I came here for a meal with my husband last night and once again I cannot fault the service from Karl, Kath and their staff. They are all so welcoming and nothing is ever a problem for them. The food is absolutely beautiful - perfectly cooked. Portions are very generous - so it's a good job they do mini desserts because you might not be able to fit a normal sized one in!

excellent in all aspects,great food,service and location. classic example of how to run a business. food all cooked fresh ,served quick and tasty ,light bites available as well. landlord friendly and conversational,live music on certain nights.

We had a Sunday Carvery and it was superb. Everything cooked to perfection. The staff are so polite. Nothing too much trouble for them .. will be back soon.

Took mother, father in law & mother in law along with my wife, daughters and husband plus 2 year old granddaughter out to celebrate getting new job. The older members of our party are all about 80 years old and not as light on the feet as they used to be so it was useful to be parked close to door.we where taken straight to our table and seated within a couple of minutes. Drinks ordered and food for the little one. The rest of us had the Sunday carvery with 3 meats to choose from. I had the most succulent and moist piece of pork I have had in many years. The veg was plentiful and well cooked. We all devoured it with gusto. We left room for pudding and again were not disappointed. Great food, great value for money and great atmosphere as well. Going back soon.

Another visit to the anvil this evening Stunning meal with excellent service thank you Stunning food and pleasantly busy

I was surprised, and not a little impressed, to find so many reserved tables at 6:15 on a Wednesday. This restaurant is obviously popular with the locals (February is hardly the tourist season!). In spite of being busy, the service was very prompt.

The Anvil is much larger inside than you first envisage.It has 3 tabled areas and a bar area.There was a choice of starters which were all a good size and tasty.

Pre booked few days before as large group of 12. Celebrated nephews birthday. Couple got lost so ate later than booked. Not a problem for staff. Superb service. Good selection of foods available. All meals good portion size and good quality. Could have shared side portions of chips as generous helping. We’re seated in restaurant room, not bar.