The Joseph Conrad in Waveney - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

Service is painfully slow. Staff are nice enough but there aren't enough of them. What makes it worse is the number of employees wandering about doing I'm not quite sure what.

If you are disabled and require assistance because you are on crutches and cannot carry a cup yourself do not go to this Wetherspoons. Today I was told that despite it being 8.55 in the morning they couldn’t help me with a cup from the coffee machine because it was football today. The restaurant was half empty and the TVs were not switched on and they flatly refused to help a person who walks with two crutches with a cup from the coffee machine. When I asked to speak to the manager, he eventually said they would help me “ This one time”. But I thought don’t put yourself out mate and I asked for a refund. Next time I will do it myself and this will result in me pouring coffee all over the floor which is clearly what they want. Obviously, they have plenty of time to clear up spillages, although I would’ve thought it would be quicker just to help as person than to be so rude and unhelpful as to refuse. But it’s okay I work for Lbc and BBC radio so this will be being broadcasted about In the next few weeks, if I don’t get a satisfactory response to my complaint from their Head Office

A couple of beers and some snacks. A big shout out for Jacquie who is the hardest working person we have ever seen. Constantly clearing tables and delivering food all with a great big smile and a cheery chat.

Dirty tables and floors. Had to clean ourselves with toilet roll. One man at bar serving everyone. Drinks we wanted were downstairs. Still waiting 20 minutes later. Not his fault. He was still serving. Would not eat in here it is so dirty. Avoid.

Great experience, lovely, friendly staff. Fantastic value. Food good but I nearly always have the chicken jalfrezi because it is so good

We went into this place after we were unable to get into the fish and chip shop round the corner. Having travelled from Birmingham, we were really looking forward to some decent fish and chips. All I can say is that the fish looked like it had been sitting around for ages and had then been given a quick fry to heat it up before serving. It was just a lot of hard and difficult to cut through batter. There was hardly any fish to be seen. The chips were average. We have never had a bad meal at a Wetherspoons but this was absolutely dreadful. We ate it as I hate sending food back. Would not recommend though.

The manageress didn't seem in control of the customers or the drunks inside and outside of the place- directly outside the door was a big bunch of drunks! The manageress didn't even ask them to move. Every time I have passed the place is full of drunks loitering at the door- the manageress or manager don't do anything about this. The drunks are literally blocking the door and they are so so drunk. There is often drunk fighting outside when I have passed too. What a Dive!

Great service, food was hot and came down very quick. Pub looked clean outside area looks good, great choice of drinks mm

Immaculate pub, great service, nice staff, ambiance. Lovely. Best Weatherspoons I've ever been in.

Brilliant service for a family birthday meal. There were 14 of us and we were well looked after. Moving tables to accommodate us. Courtney was amazing at helping us.

My BBQ chicken eight inch pizza came with a large beer to which I added a side salad. Total cost was GBP10.45. Very reasonable. Many others were having dinner here. A few commuters arriving at Lowestoft's historic railway station by Greater Anglia railcars popped in for a drink. Staff were friendly. These Wetherspoon pubs are great value. In contrast, Taco Bell opposite was empty.

Ordered a lasagna and it came completely burnt underneath and it was impossible to cut through. Would not recommend!

Ain’t no more, been visiting this pub on and off for years, well time isn’t doing it any favours. Not enough staff, the ones actually working look worn out and totally demoralised. The breakfast is Luke warm, beans like the arctic, how can that be? It all comes from the same kitchen. Things have slowly been going downhill for a while, seems like it’s in free fall in the last few months 🥲

Food was great and the lovely lady named Rachel was absolutely incredible, she seemed to be the only one serving, rushed off her feet and still had a smile on her face! My only complaint is the lift didn't work which made getting a pram upstairs difficult!

We went to The Joseph Conrad on 31July for a couple of drinks on our way to a local Chinese restaurant. 3 adults , 1 15yrold , 1 12yrold. Lots of tables had glasses etc. that needed clearing. Bar staff were plesant. All was good until we returned again at approx. 9.45. Got our drinks but then about fifteen minutes later we were approached by ( who i was told afterwards was the manager) and informed we would not be served any more drinks as children were not allowed on the premises after 9.30. The manager had a camera type item hanging from his neck which had.... Video and Audio written on it. I was told then at the bar that we would not be served even though we offered to have a drink at a table outdide the premises. I asked then how long this manager had been here and was told about 10 years. He must have been off whenever else we were in , as we had never seen him before. We have being to The Joseph Conrad on and off since it opened. I queried the time for children to be off the premises with the manager as there were no visible sings about this , and the fact we were actually served after 9.30 . When I asked him how long this rule was in his reply was ... 'Always - I THINK'. To Wetherspoons I say -- Make your rules CLEAR , Make staff aware that they cannot serve people with children after 9.30pm and not serve , take the money , and they say thats it. If the 'children' were noisy or a nuisance it would be different , unlike what you get earlier in the day at The Joseph Conrad.

Food was miserable at best, luke warm. My table received all their food, apart from one dish being a burger, no explanation from the floor team staff, after about five minutes with no food or explanation my partner asked if they had the final plate of food on it’s way to which they just said “yeah, should be down soon”. About 15 minutes pass, still no food or an apology, shame as the staff seemed lovely but had no motivation to communicate with their customers about the wait. I saw several other burgers being delivered to tables and one lonesome one that was left to sweat under their hot hold the entire time that I was waiting for my meal. After about 25/30 minutes my food finally came, the others had already finished their food which was a bit naff to say the least. My chips were piping hot so credit to be given there but the burger itself was sad and barely warm. To be totally honest, I couldn’t be bothered with the hassle of complaining and waiting for fresh as it would have been another 25 minutes and I was hungry and frustrated. To be frank, this place used to be and enjoyable and affordable pub but has dwindled massively downhill recently. Needs more focus on customer service training, needs more staff running orders and more importantly needs better management with clear direction and focus. Miserable service and miserable food.

Rude manager, young lad serving food was trying his best with no help from anyone. Very busy so went to use upstairs seating to be spoken to by the manager in a rude manner to not go upstairs as it was full (even though there was plenty of tables free when I went to the toilet, seemed he couldn't be bothered to serve upstairs) Had to sit down at a dirty table, never came out to wipe it so had to ask. Cleanliness should be priority, should have left there and then as breakfast was cold on arrival. Food missing, other tables complained for the same issue. Manager was more interested in serving the young girls and allowing toddlers to walk into the kitchen! Could hear him talking about customers moaning because they had missing items. Health and safety is non existent.

This place has certainly gone downhill the managers think they are invincible and ive never seen a place which have so many staff who look so unhappy.

I'm 17 but have just been able to order off the app a double rum and lemonade. I did not get asked for my age they just ploped in down infront of me and died into the kitchen service area for a chat.

Absolutely terrible service, we sat on table 303 ordered our food, waited an hour, on two occasions we had to ask where the food was as we had to be at the theatre, lovely lady who is clearly working understaffed keep saying it’s now coming down. When it eventually came out our fish and chips were cold and the fish was inedible! As we had to be at the theatre there was no time to complain because we’d had to wait so long. The place was not busy for a Saturday night. Come on Wetherspoons your standards are slipping!! The pictures are after I’d tried to find some fish!!

Although we were relieved to find somewhere serving lunch after 2pm, it was disappointing that many of the menu options had run out. Service was cheerful and helpful enough and Wetherspoons is always good value, but hard to give an above average rating.

ME AND THE WIFE KAREN CAME FOR ALL DAY BRUNCH AND THEY WAS FROZEN😤🤬🤬 MEALS CAME 15 MINUTES APART AND THE DRINKS TOOK VSRY MUCH LONG TIME🤬. WILL NOT BE RETURNING WITH THE KIDS KEITH AND JULIE.

Absolutely an awful place where you can see yare being talked about by the team members.. only if you are broke and you need cheap microwavef meals then you can take the risk

Food was fine, staff really nice, and everything is very cheap. Would like to point out that Wetherspoons do NOT allow dogs inside or out and this has been in place for years.

We stopped off for a drink while taking our dog for a walk to be told dogs are not aloud on the premises even tho we were outside not actually inside. There are no signs at all stating no dogs. To be threatened with the...

We visit here quite a lot, and come back because the service, food and drink are excellent. Today Rachel went above and beyond with her helpfulness and service….we had placed an order via the Wetherspoons App, and she realised that the orders via the electronic...

My food arrived and the beans were cold so I went and spoke to the team leader who was Ashton and he asked if I wanted a whole new dinner or if I wanted just the beans so I said just the beans as the...

Cheap beer, cheap wine, cheap spirits, tasty food, what's not to like. Spent a very leisurely Sunday afternoon watching life go by whilst enjoying the hospitality.

Me and the wife came to Lowestoft with the Grandchildren on a rather wet day. We were looking for somewhere and something to eat and we saw the Joseph Conrad. When we got nearer my heart sunk when I realised it was a Wetherspoons. My...

Had a breakfast after waiting 20 mins food come out cold and I mean cold sent it back they re cooked it next breakfast come out barely wam apart from chip they really hot. It's my 1st time back here since a bad experience 2...

Just wanted to say how polite and helpful Jaime-Leigh was today. Very good customer service, will be coming back!👍

Visited today valentines day, what a waste of money, I have a saying in life you only get what you pay for but this was not worth the money we paid, we ate upstairs, the poor lady behind the counter was serving drinks, waiting on...

Drinks are cheap, food is tasty so just the way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Ordering food on the app is very easy and the food (and drinks) arrive very quickly.

Served by Stephen, really patient with me on an ad-hoc visit after work..and funny, pleasant - just excellent service from.him. Thanks chap, much appreciated!

Well this is the pits. I called in and the staff are miserable as sin, total apathy and it’s unforgivable missing stuff on the menu? Hello? Peak period… One of the so called staff growled it’s a supply issue., actually it’s not.. it’s poor management...

Our first morning in Lowestoft we went for breakfast here, maybe it was the worst breakfast I've ever eaten. Mine was luke warm and the bacon was a bit overdone my mates all had the same problem. In fact one called the waiter to point...

The service at the pub was bad enough, food was cold and got no apology or refund. We raised this to the manager who seemed completely unbothered and said there was nothing he could do. The table also wasn't wiped down properly so it was...

Overall a decent meal. However, I was horrified to find that when my margarita pizza came to the table instead of basil which’s typically on these pizzas, there sat in the middle of my pizza was a amateur sprinkling of CRESS. CRESS. Why was there...

We visited for lunch on a very busy Wednesday lunchtime. The tables are very close together, so close that I could unfortunately smell the BO of the man behind me. Servers were fine, but were very busy. We ordered via the app. Not only were...

Sat for 50 minutes after ordering breakfast, no food. Manager James H grudgingly gave a refund. Claimed out of his control as electronic system "lost" my order and these things happen. No apology given. Poor customer service and won't use again. Avoid.

We have always enjoyed visiting various Wetherspoons pubs over the years but have noticed a decline in the quality of the food and standard of service of late. We were very pleasantly surprised to find that The Joseph Conrad in Lowestoft is bucking this trend,...

This weatherspoons used to be a good one but breakfast today, burnt toast sent back twice and my breakfast on cold plate with 2 eggs probably cooked about hour before they were served, would give no star today, wont be back anytime soon

They have moved the tables around,the place looks like a bomb site what's going on.apparently the staff has been told to put extra tables in . it now looks a mess.

Been going to witherspoon around the country for years now and been here twice before for just drinks and a great experience. But this time decide to order food but will never order there again. We ordered a curry when it come no chutney was...

Me and my mate went for some beers and some sour shots they were quality. We had a server called Lewis Elmo, so polite so welcoming it was unbelievable, best server dude in town this boy. Apple spurs went down a treat even a strange...

Lovely food, lovely bar staff. Shame about the rudeness of the manager. Also door men too busy chatting to the locals then stopped people start fights.

Seems to be part of an old department store. You can eat in the quieter upstairs, overlooking Station Square. Usual Wetherspoon format and food. Excellent ales, 5 different sorts, very well kept. Oddly, the upstairs staff seemed to know nothing of the Tuesday steak club....

When you go to a Wetherspoons you know what you are going to get. Vibrant atmosphere, value for money and relatively quick service. However having chosen to go on curry club night I was massively disappointed in their chicken tiger bags vindaloo. I like my...

Popped in for a quick bite to eat staff where clearly under pressure but polite friendly and as attentive as they could be. Ordered a steak with a jacket potato sirloin was cooked perfectly and every thing was piping hot and even though they were...

I always go here, really love it for all occasions, polite staff, clean, and regardless of what people say about wetherspoons food, it's really good, always well presented and tasty for an everyday meal or snack, we really like it here

14 years old childrens in pub up to 1 am morning (criminal offence) I’m not lying The bell for last drink can not heard outside You just go home

Just had my second visit to a spoons,as the fans call it, My second and last, ordered Ultimate burger,first thing I do is take the top bun off, to reveal cold bacon.Asked a waitress to bring me some hot bacon,as this was cold, this is...

Stopped off for a couple of beers, ordered via the app very quick service fantastic 1.99 a pint what's not to like.

Oh my goodness. We sat on a table outside on the pavement, an extremely rude waitress told us in no circumstances could we stay as we had two dogs with us. She was extremely rude banging on the window to show us the notices, that...

I ordered via the app payment come straight out my bank no drinks arrived. So I went to bar to find out why. They said they never received my orderi provided them with my on line banking that I had ordered . They point blank...

Oh my word, what a absolute delight eating the toasted muffin topped with smashed avocado, pico di gallo, 2 poached eggs and 2 slices of maple cured bacon. It was absolutely delicious.

We both had the regular breakfast, food was acceptable and filled us up for the journey ahead. As with a lot of Spoons, the food needs to be hotter, as my beans were almost cold.

We went for breakfast before I had to travel for work; upstairs was just being opened but I noticed a man already sitting in there so figured he was staff - it became evident he was. Sat down at a window table and realised quickly...

Really lovely views from the upstairs bar area. Very clean pub with plenty of staff. The people near us that did have a meal seemed very happy with the food. The pub was moderately busy when we visited but service was fast and friendly. Great...

I first moved to Lowestoft in October 2021 from Kent and whilst moving I was involved in a road accident, writing of my car and caravan, leaving me distraught, my wife had to work in the days following, leaving me at home alone as I...

Went here on a cold Wednesday in January after coming off the train from Norwich. Place is right opposite the station and so is handy to wait with a beer or coffee etc for a train if the weather is bad. Just had a coffee...

The only good this about this night was 20 percent off food and free drink woth a meal. The quiz night was terribly organised. It was so loud you couldn't hear the questions and no one asked for silence or quiet while the questions were...

Food was decent. Place was very busy. The manager found us a table. Really great service. Will definitely be back.

Many thanks to Amy and her team for looking after us today for a late lunch. The 8oz steaks were very good. Service with a smile. All very pleasant, spacious and clean. Amy made sure that everything was running (well walking very fast!!) smoothly. Look...

Katelyn greeted us, and served us. She was friendly, polite and professional. We highly recommend this restaurant.

Had the pleasure of attending the Joseph Conran today. Staff were polite professional and eager to make the whole experience pleasurable. The Manager Hayden could not have provided a warmer welcome and Luke was on top form, providing all that was requested to a highly...

Wife and I shared the 3 small plates for £11.35 and we had pizza, chicken strips and nachos, and there was more than enough for the 2 of us, and it was all very nice. November offer was a bottle of wine for £6.99 so...

Visited our local Wetherspoons, affectionately named by us “The JoCo” to recharge with a coffee and a beer for the hubby! To get change out of £2 transported us back to the 1980’s! It was warm, and clean and a great place to people watch...

Aston is a polite funny boy but really good at his job a credit to spoons the ale is good an cheap an Hayden is a really good an friendly manager good atmosphere

Poor hygiene,real ale was cloudy and had dregs in the bottom of the glass, when I asked for a fresh mug for coffee ,I was told to reuse the one I had . This touched the machine.the toilets were not as clean as they should...

Would like to say I enjoyed my food and it was plentiful. The customer service received from Ashton was outstanding. He went above and beyond on our visit.

We often pop in for a snack or a drink. It is a busy pub and the staff are very busy and work very hard. There are three members of staff that are outstanding, they offer superb customer service, they are friendly, efficient and work...

A lovely visit to Lowestoft and the Joseph Conrad Wetherspoon's. One member of staff was outstanding in his service and looked after us very well, his name was Ashton.

The last few times we've been in Joseph conrad , one member of staff has been amazing , can't do enough for you , he's name is Ashton , so wetherspoons take care else someone might head hunt him

Lovely meal out with my daughter who is 6 After school Can’t remember the staff members name but she looked after very well would recommend the mix grill

Had very nice meal in this restaurant today with my children. Thank you to Jackie who served us our food she was very friendly and had a smile on her face even though it was very busy. She made us feel welcome

Birthday lunch for my dad. Great food and drinks, everyone had a lovely time. Thanks to Alice for looking after us so well. Nothing was too much trouble.

Alice was very friendly and helpful, even got us some plates for a birthday cake. Good food and prices as usual.

We visited to celebrate my dads birthday food was very good and the waitress Alice was so lovely. Couldn’t do enough for us, was so friendly and laughing with us. The bar lady forgot my drink but as soon as I mentioned it to Alice...

Thanks to Alice for being so helpful when we visited for my Dad’s birthday lunch. She was super friendly and although she was really busy she still went out of her way to help us. Thank you Alice!

Amazing service my Rachael She is always bubbly and friendly and makes my friend and I very welcome!

We visited this restaurant on 4/9/2021 at lunchtime and the pub was busy, this did not retract from the excellent food quality and service from the team; our servers were Alice and Jackie and both very attentive in a nice way. There was nothing that...

People are literally dying to get in here. Not sure why.... The upside was it was the only place to eat at the time and it was easy to find a table. The place is filthy and we had to ask the staff to clean...

Blood discusting food awful Theres other places in Lowestoft to eat trust ehat i am saying please do not eat hear

This is my go to place for a quick cheap meal, great pizza, however it’s always out of stock, staff are quite dismissive.

Always able to get a table with wheelchair accessible staff will often go over and above to assist. Well done shift manager young lady with dark hair She’s always laughing with the customers who seem to love her cheeky ways.

we popped in here for a hot chocolate .Normally weatherspoons Hot chocolate is delicious . This was weak, tasteless and luke warm at best. The waitress did change our Hot Chocolates when we complained about them for orange juice. she was really lovely and friendly...

Great atmosphere and fantastic service. Especially from Rachel, who regardless how busy she is, she always makes sure everything is okay for you!

Excellent service and cracking breakfast! Nice clean restaurant! Breakfast was served quickly and nice and hot, great coffee facilities! Staff all very friendly and helpful but seem to be working extra hard to provide this great service!

Came in with my very old husband who is 98 years old. We were celebrating our wedding anniversary. A young lady with black hair hair quite large build bought over our food, looked amazing. However, we were put off by the fact we had seen...

Visited Lowestoft on holiday break. Sat down in Whetherspoons and ordered drinks. Staff member came over snd said they have a no dog policy. We have a tiny Yorkie who sits in your arms.... No signs saying no dogs? The pub sits in a main...

Plenty of staff on... ones doing drinks, one serving food, one clearing. No idea what they are doing. Food.. lasagne...bland.. had to add salt to give it a bit of flavour.. microwaved then oven to brown. Brought in rubbish. Pizza.. actually that was nice. Very...

We were told to find a table & somebody would come and take our order, twice my wife had to get up and find someone to take our order. When someone did arrive to take the order they were extremely abrupt, 15 minutes later my...

Great service even though we did not have the app to order food. Had traditional breakfast and a drink. Excellent value as it always is with Wetherspoon, disappointed they did not have breakfast muffins,

Visited yesterday for a pre-football match drink with work colleagues. Asked the member of staff working outside if she could take my order as the app was down at the time - which she completely ignored me as she made a comment under her breath...

Typical Wetherspoons situated in a prime location in the town centre.Covid restrictions still in force at time of visit.Fairly busy weekday dinnertime.Full of chavs oiks & the usual drunks that frequent this establishment. Great entertainment watching one of the locals having a stand up argument...

Lowestoft Joseph conrad performance on the lowest performance possible from leaving tables uncleaned to not wiping tables clean, I spoke to a member of staff and the manager on 30th May 2020 whilst spoken rudely to explaining we are backed up aggressively, found spoons isn't...

Full marks for trying and plenty of tables under individual canvas roofs . Good convid system . Meals still excellent value and pleasant staff . Ideal location when shopping and was good to see being busy all be it only outside seating .

Starting Of Re-Opening Pub's After The Restrictions Have Been Lifted Due To Coronavirus Situation, -: 1) Find Table Seating, 2) Go To The NHS Track & Trace - Scan Off Your Phone, 3) A Member Of Staff With Take Your Order, 4) Member Of Staff...

Been here multi times no improvement at all now stopped going there go to Gorlestone weatherspoons instead if need be. REASONS POR REAL ALE SELECTION IF ANY . RUDE STAFF BAD FOOD NO ATMESPHERE