The Copper Smoke House in Waveney

Another delicious meal here, they never fail to deliver great food. This time I had the smoked chicken with buffalo sauce and a delicious lemon posset for pud. Look forward to the next time 👍

We were staying in Lowestoft for the weekend and went to this spot on a whim. We both left absolutely blown away... To start we had crispy fried halloumi and King prawns. The king prawns in Verde were perfectly cooked and the Verde was refreshing, however the halloumi was perfect. It was crispy and crunchy without losing the halloumi texture...scrummy... For main we had the sharing platter with a side of onion rings (this was a mistake). Before ours came out we saw another table being served the same dish and we were in disbelief. To say it didn't fit on the table isn't an exaggeration. It was the most meat either of us had seen. Despite being overwhelmingly full, it all tasted so amazing we just couldn't stop (with some friendly teasing from our waitresses.) The banana bread and rum raisin ice cream capped it off. Despite the incredible food, atmosphere and decor, the best thing about this restaurant is the staff. We were one of the last tables in the place and we were never made to feel unwelcome. The staff seem to genuinely enjoy working there which makes being served by them a delight. The owner came to speak to us and left us feeling as though we were treated us like we were friends. Both of us agreed it was the best restaurant experience we'd had in years and despite living over 100 miles away, we will almost certainly be returning. Thank you for such a brilliant experience.

Having had the sharing platter, I feel able to discuss all of the meat. I love ribs, and honestly, they were my least favourite part of the plate. That is not to say that they weren't good. They were... but. My partner is not a fan of salty things and loved the bacon, and I'm not normally a fan of beef, but the brisket was probably my favourite part. Strangly, however, the pit beans were a huge win. I had to ask about pit beans and the explanation gave me a great story about pit beans (it's the meat juices that makes them so good) and also showed how much the people that run the Smokehouse care about providing high quality food that they prepare themselves.

Always hilarious to be told about the two bottles on the table. Monk fish was like rubber or maybe marshmallow. Unsure. Maybe it wasn’t cooked or maybe overcooked, anyway it was weird and not like Barnby Swan monkfish which is incredible. Floor was swept around us while eating, staff eat at tables around dinner guests, chairs are stacked on tables while eating and before dinner guests leave. No class, everything on menu is coated in something. I would much prefer to eat in the dinner hall at a primary school.

First time dining here and everything was spot on. Service was friendly, the cleaning of tables was extremely thorough and made me feel very reassured that this was a clean place to eat. Burgers were very flavoursome and good quality, well worth the price. Will definitely be coming back here!

My wife and I always come here when we get the time! I had the pork belly this time which was absolutely amazing. I Would recommend this place to anyone.

We had a bracing walk along the beach and thought we’d go back to one of my old haunts Oulton Broad. Found the smoke house let dogs in at the rear of the restaurant so In we went. Great food great service and all round great place! Absolutely loved our meals drinks and the very friendly atmosphere given we were in there on New Years Eve it was busy but food arrived very quickly as did the drinks! What a great experience all in! Thanks folks Happy New Year!

I'll start with the good bit, I had the toffee apple crumble for desert and it was delicious. My main issue with this restaurant is their cancellation policy and lack of remorse surrounding it. I will agree that the terms and conditions are on their website below the link you click to book but depending on what device/browser you use the terms and conditions don't show up in the first page meaning you would have to scroll past the booking link to read the terms and conditions which I wager very few people do. I suffer periodically with migraines and I never know when one will happen, on the morning of my booking I woke up with a bad sickness inducing migraine so my wife cancelled the table as early as possible but still breached their 24 hour notice policy, so my wife was charged £40. We rang up to explain that it was due to an unpredictable medical reason but were sniggered at by the manager who just said it was policy so the charge would stay. We asked if we kept the table could we put the £40 towards our bill which the manager agreed to. The young service staff were really polite and friendly, the food came out barely warm, but knowing how a complaint is dealt with I couldn't be bothered to say anything, there was plenty of food but it's quality does not match that of nearby restaurants that serve similar food at a cheaper price. I would never go back to this restaurant and I certainly would not recommend it based on how we were treated. I understand the frustration they could have from a no show but £20 per person is extortionate in my opinion as we had tried to cancel 4-5 hours in advance especially since there was a lot of empty tables in the restaurant. I've double checked the law on booking and a penalty can can only be charged if a loss is incurred and we should have been given the option to rebook the table for a different date, which we were not. If you are going to book I recommend you book on your credit card so The Copper Smokehouse would have to fight your credit card company for the money if they try and charge you an unfair cancellation fee.

The roast dinner was amazing as always, gorgeous, hot, such good portions, yummy :) will go back soon, staff were lovley, helpful, personable, service so good:)

This is another local restaurant of my partner and i, and was on our bucket list to try. I got the menu online, and we couldn't decide what to have and kept changing our minds. We were the first ones in and had a lovely warm welcome. Now I'm a burger man myself, but I decided on their rack of ribs with all the trimmings. They were gorgeous. The chips were very tasty, better than chippy chips!! Portion size was generous. The staff were awesome, and there was plenty of banter between us, which made me feel at ease, as going to a new place can cause my anxiety to be high.

Had the stake and oxtail pie, it was a masterpiece of good homemade food would definitely come back again

A married couple staying in Lowestoft for a couple of nights, The Copper Smokehouse seemed to come well-recommended. It was JUST within walking distance of where we were staying, so we tried it. It's a good job we booked a couple of days in advance; the best slot we could get was 18.30, luckily this suited us just fine. Paula was running front of house, ably supported by Annabel. Together the two ladies dealt with our drinks and food orders perfectly. The food was impeccable; beautifully cooked and presented brisket and burger for mains following a shared fish starter. Your reviewer was quite full by this point so we cannot comment on any pudding courses. Paula has an amazing way with customers; she remembers everyone, and engages them all as they arrive. Soon, we were old friends too; I'm sure she'd remember we were from Kettering the next time we visit for example. Three tradesmen were on an adjacent table, they had travelled here for work and food from Huntingdan. Paula knew they're story inside out/names etc. Her people skills are second-to-none. The bill wasn't a shock, and Paula helped us with a taxi firms number. Go here for the very best smoke/grill cuisine backed up by unmatched customer service.

Awesome delicious food, super friendly and lovely people! It’s fresh food and I think the best restaurant in Lowestoft !

Always such a friendly welcome from the owner, and the service, menu selection and food are astonishingly good. Really good value for exceptional food - thoroughly recommend it!

What an awful experience from the demand for credit card details to hold the booking (6pm Sat Nigh!) to the insistence on seating us on the worst table in the so called back room. A joyless tour deforce in perocial dining. Misery abounds in this establishment from the limp shrimps dripping in oil and devoid of any sweetness to the over encumbered pork belly - 2 servings of butter bean ragout, presumably because it was hard to sell! Expectations of smoky bbq were soon dismissed in favour of the cameo from the eco lab rep insisting on cleaning everything insight in the sound knowledge of mass financial gain from selling its products. Tables lights for what purpose? Other than to remind you your supposed to be having an intimate enjoyable meal, all while sitting under 200 watt lighting. This was undoubtedly the worse dining experience Suffolk has to offer and it has some fabulous restaurants that don’t have to shout it from the rooftops! I should of turned around when walking up I noticed they were unaware we were having a utility bill crisis - not sure who provides their electric but can I have their details - Blackpool is more sedate! Don’t go it’s rubbish.

No smoke, no taste. Ordered the shrimp starter; dripping in oil accompanied by limp non fried bread. Over saturated with oil and salt. Pressed smoke pork belly. No smoke, over cooked pork belly, dauphinoise potatoes a treat for my dentist! 2 portion serving of tasteless...

Another brilliant meal xxx 4th visit now and can't fault it well done to Paula and the team xxx will be returning xxx

We arrived shortly before the booked time for our table. We were shown to it directly. The staff were very friendly welcoming and attentive. The food was excellent indeed a 10 out of 10! Without a doubt the most flavoursome fillet steaks we have ever...

We went to the Copper Smoke house for a family lunch today, we were a party of 6. The food was really great, we did manage to squeeze in a dessert too. The staff were friendly and nothing was a problem, there had been a...

Amazing food & amazing service & so welcoming with our dog . Will definitely pay another visit when back in the area

This place is incredible!! The staff were so friendly and welcoming. The food was the best we've ever had anywhere. The portion sizes are very generous, I actually had to leave most of my chips (which is unheard of!!) so that I had room for...

Fab food, fab staff, fab service! Had to prebook food food which wasn't an issue in order to ensure the food would be available on the evening - delicious!

We walked in early one evening, hadn't booked but not a problem. Lovely food. Good friendly service. I enjoyed the tortilla and brisket starter and will gs as a main. My husband had garlic prawns and a burger. Recommended

Visited today for our anniversary meal, food & service was absolutely brilliant, wished we lived closer, but we will definitely be back

Booked in for Sunday lunch superb so booked in again on the Tuesday, only because they don’t open on a Monday, excellent again, but they out did themselves again on the Thursday, by which time we we’re getting to know the owner, I like my...

Really fancied a good steak 🥩, went into one restaurant and they didn’t have any so came to Oulton and found Copper Smoke House, how glad was I! Had breads and dip to start followed by a succulent fillet steak cooked to perfection, it was...

Fabulous meal with excellent service. Starters were the breadboard and garlic prawns. My wife had the catch of the day (Salmon) and I had the barbecued beef brisket which was very tender. Adnams draught lager and bitter on tap, a right bonus. The best meal...

If you are going for lunch, don't have breakfast! We came here last week after visiting Henstead Exotic Garden nearby, an amazing place if you are in the area. We only had a brisket sandwich, the leek and potato cake starter and a bowl of...

Amazing food, amazing customer service and staff was efficient, the owner is a lovely polite lady. Overall fantastic. Very highly recommended.

We went for dinner at the Copper Smokehouse Fri 11/8 and couldn't fault the service and food. We had our dog with us and staff were really accommodating of him and brought over water and a little dog treat when we left. For mains we...

Visited here the other day. Party of 4 plus Theo the dog. Great welcome from the staff. Our meal was of exceptional quality and really generous portions. Water and a treat provided for our dog. We were stuffed to the brim after our meal so...

We tried this place on the last day of our family holiday. I’m glad we booked as it was very busy. That did not impact the very good service. There were a couple of rooms and also outside seating. This was a pit BBQ restaurant...

Last minute decision to eat here, & previously recommended by the Wolf Inn, where we stayed. Super friendly staff, who accommodated us as we we walked in. Absolutely gorgeous food. I had the daily fish, which was salmon with curry sauce, it was so good...

Visited with our dog and tween! What can I say. What an absolute delight. We were in the ‘back room’ because we had a dog with us and what a lovely space. It opens to the garden so not a dark hidden ‘back room’ at...

So we came again !! Me and my son again. Friday evening table booked for 6.15. The staff remembered us because my son had ordered a massive burger last time and was pretty full after it. We decided to order mains and then decide whether...

Amazing lunch with my husband whilst on holiday. The rack of ribs with all the trimmings was the best I’ve ever had. Friendly staff, lovely wine, couldn’t ask for more.

Disappointing, after reading these alleged positive reviews, we decided to book a table for 5 for dinner 18.30hrs,bizarrely although booking was not a problem we was advised that we had to put down a holding deposit for £20 per person in case we cancelled??, In...

Absolutely fantastic best burger I've ever had my wife's meal was also fantastic and they cater so well for gluten free I can't praise the staff and food enough so much so I asked to speak to the manager she was so confident in the...

The food definitely saves this place - it’s amazing. We had BBQ beef brisket and the salmon, it was really tasty and well cooked. The red wine however was bitter and tasted like vinegar - so wouldn’t drink or order that again. We ended up...

Once again the copper smokehouse doesn’t fail to please. Been to this establishment a few times and always visit when we moor our boat at Oulton broad. Been with just us, friends and family always good service and excellent food. Previous time we had the...

Our 1st visit to this restaurant and we will not repeat or reccomend! 2 of us ordered the chicken burgers topped with pulled chicken...the chicken burgers were dry and tough but pulled chicken topping was tasty My husband ordered the short beef ribs which were...

What can I say absolute gem of a resturant well done to all the team I had the shrimps beautiful and the fillet steak cooked to perfection probably the best I've had and I know my steak lol xx will definitely be back 10 out...

I was surprised just how quiet this place when we visited. The food was outstanding !! Possibly because it was out of school holidays and mid-week lunch ! Dog friendly and friendly staff, the food was gut busting ! Located near Nicholas Everitt Park so...

As you walk through the door you are greeted warmly and shown to your table. The service is great and the food not only superb quality but amazing value too. Thanks for a great meal

Fabulous restaurant, superb food and wonderful staff. Booked a table for 4 on Sunday afternoon. The welcome was so friendly and it really was a pleasure just to walk in and be seated at our table. Our drinks arrived promptly, the menu, specials board and...

Popped in on chance had table as not booked. Unfortunately unable to accommodate inside but offered outside deck area. This was fine as had jackets with us and was sheltered. Even thou only ones outside were not ignored and regularly checked on. It was a...

We’ve been here twice now, once on a Saturday night where we shared the sharing platter which was phenomenal and today we had a roast which again was phenomenal. The quality and quantity of food you get is amazing. I am gluten free and to...

Yet again a superb meal. Plenty of it. If you go hungry it's your own fault!!!! Sunday Roast is mahoosive, so is everything else for that matter.

Absolutely spot on , we have been coming back since first opening in 2019 and they never fail to amaze With Paula running a front of house team that is second to none and Mike turning out the best smoked food I have tasted Always...

Just had dinner at the copper smokehouse in Lowestoft with my youngest son. The Welcome was excellent, the service from the waitresses was attentive (particularly Sandra). The food was delicious and nicely presented. We were both very full after our mains but decided to share...

What an absolute treat this restaurant proved to be on our holiday break. We booked ahead are were glad we made that decision as the place was busy, and it was easy to see why. All the staff here cared so much about service and...

We’ve visited the Copper Smoke House twice in the last six months and both visits have been excellent. The front of house staff are excellent, friendly and efficient. The drinks on offer are very good, no bad wine or beer in sight. Their cocktails are...

There was no problem with the food but some of the staff spoilt the experience. The young lady who was serving us left off early and no one took over from her to serve our table.We sat there with no drinks and nobody asking if...

Totally delicious. Great service and outstanding food. Hearty portions at a fair cost. Only downside was even my pudding stomach was full after the main meal!

We ate here early on Thursday. The food was impeccable, and the service spot on. It was quiet but I am guessing at peak days during the summer significantly early booking will be essential. I understand the decor has just been revamped and it was...

Having visited before and being blown away by the quality and taste of the food at The Copper Smokehouse, me and my partner decided to try the Sunday roast, it tasted incredible and was honestly one of the nicest meals we have had. The food...

Service was ok through most part , the main reason we came here was for the brisket and short ribs as a fan of smoked beef. My party of 4 all ordered brisket or short ribs. So all sides and everything was really good but...

The brisket was amazing and the service was great up to the moment you took our plates away. Then when asked if we wanted dessert we asked for moment so we can decide. You didn't come back to our table for 20 minutes! We were...

Took my partner here for his 30th 🥳🎉 Great location with good variety of food and taste all fresh Only negative comment, was chilly in restaurant! Didn’t feel rushed when eating nor prior to ordering food nice service from the team

This was the 3rd visit, & never disappointed, great welcoming, great staff, & great food, always plenty to choose from & plenty on the plate, we love it there & will continue to visit on our many visits we have to Oulton broad, & people...

Have been here several times over the last year either with my wife or in groups. The food is always lovely, very generous on portions. Pricing is good no different to similar restaurants in the area but the quality of the food is superior. Staff...

Was staying in the area over new year and wanted to book a restaurant nearby for New Year’s Eve. Upon searching I found this restaurant back in October and reserved a table via Opentable app. This evening we arrived for our reservation …. Upon walking...

Absolutely amazing food, amazing staff and an amazing atmosphere! I love coming into this restaurant whenever I visit my brother inlaw, it’s awesome dogs are allowed in the restaurant as well!!

Way too heavy on portion size and consequently price.....we would all have preferred smaller portions at less cost £200 FOR FOUR PERSONS ......

Came here today for family birthday..the restaurant was really nicely decorated. Very clean. Good selection of food .the food was lovely and very good value. Spotless toilets. Friendly helpful staff.

Out first visit to Karen’s diner! We found hilarious getting attitude for wanting to add one more seat to our table because it meant cleaning a table! Only to see no other bookings came in so made no difference! Also my 14 year old getting...

The food is great. Prices reasonable. Staff accommodating. But if you are wanting to avoid Covid or any other bug I would not go here. The young dark haired waitress with glasses has the worst hygiene I’ve EVER seen. So bad that I felt compelled...

Although food was tasty 80% of it was not up to an edible temperature. Me and my wife ordered the sharing platter when it arrived we started eating and was unhappy that only the chicken wings and chips were up to temperature. All other meats...

The service is amazing the food delicious, we came in on Saturday for our evening meal and it was so good I re booked for the Sunday roast for the following day. And it was just as amazing as the normal food, I will be...

Staff so friendly, are dogs only welcome outside?? Special. Steak medallions, spoilt by too much grease, and not enough seasoning

We were at a local theme park and looked around for somewhere to eat. We stumbled on this place rather than going for a chain. Great decision, the food was fantastic with generous portions. Kids enjoyed their meals but couldn’t eat all there food from...

We originally booked for 2, for our anniversary. However, my daughter and grandson joined us, which was lovely. And the staff were happy to increase our booking. Before we arrived they set up our table with some beautiful lights and a Happy Anniversary chalk board....

Clean and value for money, ribs were excellent, wait time reasonable and overall not to busy, would defiantly recommend to others to try it out

We were on a trip to Lowestoft and found this restaurant - we had walked 45 minutes to this restaurant. It was busy but there were 5-6 tables available inside the restaurant. We were offered outside dining only which we accepted. The meal was fine...

Highly recommend this little gem of a restaurant in Oulton Broad. We visited for a family birthday and had a fabulous time. The food is amazing with very generous portions. The staff we very friendly and attentive and went out of their way to make...

Second time have visited the restaurant and simply can't recommend highly enough. Amazing quality food cooked to absolute perfection, very generous portions, and amazing value for money for the standard.

13 people on holiday. Would not seat us together and said we could only have wraps and salad???? It’s a smoke house🤷‍♀️ Was told it was due to them having 75 people in for the evening. Ok. But why is everyone else in the restaurant...

Had another great meal at the smokehouse. Booked for 10 people this time including my sister and my little 1 year old nephew. Paid a £10 deposit for everyone (£100, came off bill at the end) which for me was completely fine as even though...

We came here today to say goodbye to my friend who’s moving to Australia. We were greeted by 2 young woman who were the most unapproachable people I’ve ever met. The young man was lovely but the woman were dreadful. Our friend is dyslexic and...

We booked a table for 6 adults + 1 child + 1 baby. We was advised at the time of booking we would be required to pre order our food & pay a £10 non refundable deposit per head which was absolutely fine. We got...

Absolutely amazing! Food is amazing quality and great portion sizes. It is a little pricey but for a treat well worth it! Definitely visit again

We decided to try copper smokehouse after reading the reviews. We booked a table in the garden, and checked if dogs were allowed, which they are. On arrival we were shown to our table just outside the door to the restaurant on a covered raised...

Ate at the Copper Smokehouse with my partner, our baby and the dog- who was allowed inside the restaurant, which was lovely. The food was delightful, we all thoroughly enjoyed it, and the staff were super friendly and helpful. 10/10

What a great place! Several people had recommended the Copper Smokehouse so we booked by phone. We were asked if we had any food allergies/intolerances. I am coeliac (gluten free) and my husband has an egg allergy. We arrived a bit early but that wasn’t...

Great staff and very good food. Would recommend. We tried both the ribs and chicken burger both of which were nice. Large portions and good choice of wine

Wonderful cocktails, amazing tex mex food, happy and friendly staff. Thank you Jo fir your warm welcome and great service. Thank you chef for your culinary magic and thankyou to the tall, handsome, bearded cocktail wizard. A much enjoyed evening.

An absolute gem in a wonderful location. Beautifully done out, inside and out. Fabulous selection of food and drink, good prices. All looked and tasted divine. Great service. Truly excellent. Amazing owner. Superb attitude and outlook. Highly recommend.

Really super food, and whilst they offer a really good selection for vegetarians, this really is a meat lovers paradise. Can’t criticise the food, service or the restaurant at all, my only observation is that the portions are just a bit too big ! I...

New to the area and so pleased to have this little gem on our doorstep. Food is tasty and plentiful and service is friendly and efficient. Have already taken visiting friends and family there and everyone has loved it.

Fantastic food. Absolutely to die for. Must try place to people nearby. You’ll miss out if you don’t come here.

What a great Visit you find the staff and the food here really good and plenty full. The staff are really attentive and try the best to make your visit enjoyable. The prices are fantastic for what you get, we will visit again.

Good food. Our table was partly positioned to the door to outside area causing a cool draught. Possibly due to a pushchair on next table. Service was quick. Good value Ask for bill one waitress talking to a table oblivious of people waiting other waiter...

Was on a visit to my daughter's when she suggested eating at The Copper Smoke House. From start to finish we were served by charming staff. At the end of the evening had a lovely chat with the owner. I am a coeliac and always...

Visited on a Saturday afternoon; three of us went for a birthday treat. the food was excellent, and plenty of it ! I had the Treacle Brisket BBQ Burger which was delicious. The atmosphere is homely and the staff certainly make you feel welcome -...

Last night we went to this restaurant to celebrate our silver wedding anniversary. We made our booking by phone and was asked was it a special occasion, we were greeted with Happy anniversary and taken to our table which also had a happy anniversary sign....

Really great food and a nice relaxed atmosphere. I've been to several similar smoke house type restaurants and have always been a tad underwhelmed. Not so with this one! The flavour of the food is amazing. Be sure to bring a VERY healthy appetite!!

Easy to find, lovely friendly staff who are very good at their jobs , great atmosphere and fabulous food. Steak was superb, creme brulee likewise, excellent wine and finished with dangerously moreish cocktails (French martini being one). We're happy to give praise where it's due...

Second visit to this restaurant. Cannot say enough good things about the food, service and in particular the friendly staff - food as before was amazing and plentiful. Will definitely return again when in the area - 5 stars just isn’t enough

Unfortunately trip advisor only allows a 5* maximum review, in my opinion this just isnt enough.!! If you're staying in or around Oulton Broad get yourselves in here for a meal (make sure you book in advance or you will be disappointed, and trust me...

Went with a friend, no prior knowledge of establishment and no one I know has been. Menu sounds amazing so we took the plunge. Easy to book, nice place cool and cozy without trying too hard. Well looked after by the staff and the food...