The Crown Inn in King's Lynn and West Norfolk

Charlie Hodson & the Crown 👑 Pub just keep getting better. Wednesday Curry Night is really catching on. The food is yum yum, the staff so friendly & efficient, the pub warm & inviting. The place was completely sold out with another 20+ people trying to get booked. Luckily, the Crown will offer Curry 🍛 Night every Wednesday, starting next Wednesday. This will make it easier for more Curry Fans to experience Charlie’s fantastic creations, but best to book ahead. Charlie’s grandfather was from India and taught Charlie well. Yes, I’ve already booked my table for next Wednesday.

I went to the crown with my husband for the first time back in January and can honestly say we had a great experience. The food is excellent, the best food either of us have had out. We have been back again since and again food was of the same high standard, just so tasty. It's a bit of a drive for us but well worth it for the food. We will be back again soon.

The landlord, landlady, serving staff, and chef are top notch. The food is always superbly cooked and well presented. Curry nights on Wednesdays in tandem with the biweekly quiz are always sold out. Was really heartbroken (NOT!!!)to find out the price of curry is going up by a whole £1. I challenge anyone to find an Indian restaurant where you can get your curry, rice, pompadom, bhaji, raita/hari for their price. Fish & chip nights are better than any place I've been for fish & chips. Friday's steak nights are awesome!! You won't find this quality of food at these prices anywhere...it isn't the "typical pub grub" The selection of real ales, lagers, ciders, gins, whiskeys and drinks is better than most Wetherspoons and just as competitively priced. Have a read on the most recent article in the Eastern Daily Press where three food critics visited and gave this pub top marks for the Sunday Roast Dinner. It doesn't get better than this!!

Four of us visited the Crown for Sunday lunch and unfortunately first impressions were not good as the pub was cold. What strikes you on the menu is how much of the food is brought in and not cooked fresh. However two of us ordered the pies which when they eventually arrived were black and burnt on the bottom. We made a polite complaint and were told it was not a problem as they could have two more its with us within 4 minutes. Hardly home cooked food! One person had a tasteless burger and another pork tomahawk! When we asked what this was we were informed it was a pork chop! The deserts were uninspiring and the ice creams had ice crystals in them. This pub needs to take a hard look at what it offers.

An old fashioned pub with a friendly welcome. With Old fashioned home cooked food (like my mother used to make),how much cooking is up for debate as some of the pies are bought in, but huge portions, my wifes fish was very good, my sausages not so good. As a destination pub would I go again No.

I chanced upon The Crown whilst researching for somewhere to eat after a walk in Thetford Forest. I phoned in advance to make a reservation as I was accompanied by my dog so wanted to check there was somewhere to eat with a dog. When we arrived the owners made my wife & I feel very welcome and made a big fuss of my dog which is always appreciated. We were sat by a gorgeous warm log fire in what I could describe as a typically cosy village pub. There was 4 Real Ale pumps and the pint I had was in excellent condition. The food was well presented, very tasty, good sized portions and not overpriced - so good in fact we went for puddings as well. What was pleasant was the locals in the pub also made you feel welcome. I will definitely be returning.

My wife & I went to the Crown’s first Curry Night . I had the vegetable curry, my wife the chicken curry. Both curries were a real delight; thank you, Charlie Hobson. The service was wonderful and everyone at the pub a joy to talk with.

Just had a lovely take away curry from the crown it was one of the Best we have ever had. We eat in at the crown every week and always have wonderful food .

Stayed last minute and Anne and the team really made my son & I feel welcome. The chateaubriand was awesome, and we had a great breakfast too. Highly recommend!

We stopped here on a Sunday on our way from Norwich to Downham Market, we had a small dog with us. What a wonderful find! The staff are extremely friendly and attentive. The bar and restaurant areas have recently been refurbished so it is very light and smart yet cosy inside. Our dog was allowed to come in if we ate in the bar area. The food was delicious. We both had roasts, had lots of vegetables with marvellous roast potatoes! It was mid-priced and very worth the money. We will certainly go again and thoroughly recommend eating here. The people of Northwold need to make sure they support such a lovely welcoming local pub with great food

I have just come back from a wonderful Sunday lunch at The Crown. We booked a table for 6 and everyone of us agreed that the food was top notch. The beef, pork and chicken were all cooked to perfection and the vegetables were delicious.The new head chef Charlie Hodson has put together a fantastic new menu which two of our party had dinner on the Friday evening and both were delighted with their meals. The landlady and landlord were very welcoming and friendly and the waiting staff were both helpful and attentive. We will be back for more.

We have been resudents in Northwold for over thirteen years and I do belief at long last we have a village pub that serves very good food and is run by a charming landlady and landlord who are welcoming and eager to please. Six of us had dinner last night as the pub has a new chef on board who is the well know Norfolk chef Charlie Hodson.Well what a change from the ususl bland pub grub,Charlie has obviously given a great deal of thought to the menu offerings and has come up with a delightful menu that should satisfy all tastes.Althought the pub was packed we were served quickly and efficiently by an enthusiastic young team, our chosen dishes arrived promptly and were presented in an eye appealing way.Those who had the sea bass fillets were especially impressed with the quality and taste.The homemade pies were just as good.There was a good selection of desserts which were also of the highest quality.It was good that the landlady Janice was out and about checking on quality and talking to the guests and making sure all was ok.All in all a great meal enjoyed by not just our table but also those others guests near us.Its early days but the omens are good. We will for sure be back to enjoy another great meal. Oh and a good word for David the affable Landlord who always seems to have a smike on his face

Popped in for drinks as we were passing by and place was very welcoming both owners and staff were friendly and polite.

Excellent food, delightful staff. What more do you need? That’s all that’s needed to be said, but I have to keep typing to meet the minimum requirements. It is also dog friendly, with nice gardens.

We visited the Crown Inn for a family meal last weeK. Our food was amazing (steak was cooked to perfection) and such generous portions. The desserts were beautiful, great choice. The staff were very attentive/friendly and even the owners came over to ensure all was ok with our food or needed anything else. This pub has a great friendly atmosphere and beautiful fresh decor. Would highly recommend a visit. 👌

Popped in whilst walking the dog. Very friendly and even given dog biscuits to distract our Springer from the resident cat! Will return for food which looked and smelt very enticing. Owners clearly want to make it work and I’m sure they’ll succeed. 👍

Went to the crown with family last night and loved it. Janice and David the owners were so welcoming and accommodating . The service was excellent very attentive . Friendly atmosphere and the children were made to feel a real part of the experience. Food...

Great News our local pub has reopened, with friendly and welcoming new owners. Redecorated and looking fresh. Good selection of beers and ales etc. Have enjoyed drinks evenings so far. Unfortunately the food is not quite up to scratch, we understand the current chef has...

Recently re-opened under new management. Now friendly and welcoming. 4 Ales plus lagers and ciders on tap. Food excellent. Well worth a detour off the A134. Check website though for opening times.... Closed Monday and Tuesday. Wed, Thurs and Friday 12.00 to 3.00 and then...

We came for a Valentine's meal and back in October came with a party of 20 for my husband's birthday. Well run place very organised AMAZING food. We love eating here.. prices a good as well

We had booked but the kitchen closed at 8.20 on a Saturday night. Was very disappointed to be told that they had stopped serving. When we had been told they cooked until 9. No wonder they were empty.

I visited this with my 80 year old mum and disabled husband most months this and last year. It is quaint and has a touch of the waitress sketch about it but is much more efficient. Steep stairs leading to several dining rooms with old...

We ate here twice while staying in a nearby holiday cottage. We received a warm and friendly welcome from the landlord and the locals. The food was very tasty pub grub. Well worth a visit. Check on the board outside as it is not always...

We came here whilst staying nearby in a holiday cottage. A warm friendly welcome and a big open fire, with traditional no frills pub grub and some good vegetarian options. We were even invited to partake in the pub quiz with all of the locals,...

We visited on a weekend away and we're staying locally. The welcome was warm as was the fire on a cold and frosty night. The menu was simple pub food but excellently cooked and thoroughly delicious. The price was reasonable and we enjoyed our meal...

Went there for lunch on Sunday (27th nov) and was really pleased with the food and the service given. Really worth a visit (or two!!)

Visited for tea whilst staying in Northwold and although it was quiet (being a Wednesday evening) the owners welcomed us warmly. There was a lovely log fire burning and the decor is that of a traditional British pub. All that was missing was our British...

Very welcoming. Reasonable variety of tasty fare, typical of a British Pub. Comfortable, friendly. Sadly it has limited opening hours.

Wow, this is a find!! big fresh cooked portions, it is pub food and not the Ritz, has a big log fire, keeps lovely crisp beer, food is fresh and not microwaved mush, the place is spotlessly clean, OK the menu is real pub food...

We wanted to sample the fare at this pub, but were advised that they could not accommodate wheelchairs and had no facilities for disabled people. Furthermore, on the telephone I was interrogated by the lady taking the booking about why I wanted to go there...

This is a quintessential REAL village pub. The atmosphere is so friendly, relaxing and welcoming... and it was full of genuine village residents who all knew each other! The food was properly homemade and delicious, arriving in generous portions and served with a big smile....

Our first visit proved we'd made a good choice. Clean, friendly, comfortable, great food and welcoming hosts. Will definitely visit again.

Dined twice, once of necessity and once by choice. Husband extremely pleased with Chili Con Carne and also Fish and Chips really good. Host and hostess very obliging and willing to chat on a quiet night. Honest to goodness village pub deserving greater numbers. Worth...

We eat here regularly, as do several of our friends and neighbours, and it's always good. Excellent atmosphere and very friendly.

The owners made us feel welcome, and the pub has a very relaxing environment. The beer was well managed as well. As a local, I'll be coming here regular for a pint and food.

quaint old pub in small village friendly staff basic fare but nice fresh vegetables, they were very quiet not much trade perhaps in a small village location but our meals were ok what we expected and we were not disappointed. We would eat there again

We've eaten here three times because we live nearby. There's always a good fire, the beer is well kept, the food has always been very good. It's not high cuisine, but for a small pub the food is really very good. We've always been made...

We are regulars at the Crown and are proud to call it our local.The food is ALWAYS top-notch.The atmosphere is good,background music,not too loud.The landlord is always pleasant and welcoming.We are allowed to take the dog which is a bonus and in the winter there's...

Got a table for2 at the last minute on a Saturday night.. A very good meal...nothing fancy, just a very good steak. Lots of locals there, including families. Friendly service, would go back if we were in the area again.

We went out for a drive this evening and called in at this lovely friendly pub for a drink and a meal, the Landlord was very welcoming, there was a specials board and a menu to choose from, I had the Lasagne with salad &...

After a fairly lengthy wait for our food (the restaurant was fairly full) the food was, at best, mediocre but unfortunately also cold upon receiving it. The landlady was hostile and rude when we complained about the standard of the food. We certainly will not...

Had our evening meal here tonight as we are staying in the village on holiday. Nice little pub, very clean, fresh flowers on the tables and a warm welcome from the Landlord. Nice to see that well-behaved dogs are allowed in to the pub -...

Go and try this pub if you are in the area. The owners could not have been more friendly or helpful. On our first visit to the pub we were made to feel so welcome and the food we had was really nice. Its so...

Having read the reviews I was somewhat nervous at what this would be like and yes, people did stare when we walked in but it was with interest as most of us do when someone walks into a room. The staff and clients all seemed...

Having read some of the reviews it was with in-trepidation that I dined here for the first time last night. The menu was very limited choice wise, but the food served was no better/worse than from anywhere else that serves "pub grub" As a chef...

Me and my colleague were the only ones lunching in the Crown Northwold today and that should have warned us ! Just popped in for a pint and a baguette. My colleague had a Bacon, Lettuce and. Tomato baguette and the bacon reeked of fish...

Staying in the village for a week the pub came highly recommended . added bonus they allowed dogs in which is very rare to find. Nice open fire extremely good food, very friendly place. All home cooked had a great steak and ale pie. Locals...

Lovely food good honest pub grub . Friendly people very welcome open fire . Thoroughly enjoyable vist .

After reading some of the comments about this establishment, I very much felt the need to add my own. About two years ago I was visiting an old friend who had moved to Northwold.I live in London so because of the travel factor we don't...

I have been to this pub with friends and found it to be very unwelcoming. The food was very mediocre but it would have been irrelevant if it had been exceptional as the attitude of some of the clientele and landlady was appalling. Avoid at...

We've been eating at this pub for several years and have always enjoyed good food, good service and a friendly atmosphere. Check out the Specials board

Good selection on the menu but quality of the food is very poor and relatively expensive. Meals were Luke warm and bland and 3 out of 4 sweets ordered had to be returned.

On a cold and cloudy day we were greeted with a lovely welcoming fire and really hot and tasty coffee. The menu was good and the seats cosy and so comfortuble we didnt want to venture outside again. The locals friendly speaking to us on...

We regularly attend the fortnightly quiz evenings and enjoy the drink and often the meals. The fun we have especially with colourful local characters like Irish John to make the evening more amusing.

After reading the great story by Gilly W decided to give this place a try . Well couldn't be different from the place you must off been everthing was excellent service and food brilliant . Read all the reviews and can't semmto find any quite...

What a strange review we eat at this pub regularly and have never been disappointed. we had lunch on the 17 February and as usual the place was buzzing and very busy . Excellent food and Excellent service . I think that the other persos...

Travelling through Norfolk's backroads we cme across the pretty little village of Northwold . A chilly miserable day and hunger pangs took us through the doors of Northwold's only pub, The Crown Inn. If only we'd read some of these reviews beforehand. If you've ever...

Frankly quite surprised to see a couple of poor reviews, because that has not been our experience at all either this visit or previous ones. We met up with another couple on Sunday lunchtime, and the chap behind the bar, presumably the landlord, was very...

on way to kings lynn saw the signs for the pub .what alovely village . found the pub very pretty b keep it up thanksaskets well looked after few regulars sitting in the garden . went in asked if we could bring our dog in...

We went along to find its not just good but excellent. All freshly cooked and the hosts were such nice people, nothing was too much trouble for them. The place is very clean and the customers very friendly . WE TOLD OUR FRIENDS ON RETURN...

Having recently moved to Norfolk we decided to sample the delights of our local pub, the Crown Inn in Northwold. The pub itself is quite pretty, with beautifully tended plants and flowers outside, along with a couple of picnic benches, which were occupied with what...