Based on 302 opinions finded in 1 websites
Based on 302 opinions finded in 1 websites
Nº 139 in 503 in North Norfolk
Nº 48 of 196 British in North Norfolk
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Although it is a bit remote from the actual village, this place is a wonderful find. We went for Sunday lunch and were treated to excellent service, a delicious meal, and a delightful and friendly atmosphere. Just when you think 'good, old fashioned' pubs are dying out it was a fantastic example of why the best survive. We had the roast lamb and it came really quickly together with tasty roast potatoes, a huge Yorkshire pudding, and lots of fresh vegetables. A couple of glasses of wine were just right as well. What made the whole thing so relaxing was being able to take the dog in - how refreshing that dogs are welcome. We ate indoors and then took our drinks into the lovely garden area. Well done to all the staff, thank you.
Mummifiedartist . 2024-09-09
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Very friendly pub. Great food, generous portions. Good parking facilities. Highly recommend a visit if you are in the area. Booking advised.
Julie H . 2024-08-25
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A delicious, pretty and friendly lunch stop on a day of walking the Norfolk coast. The setting was beautiful - sitting in the beer garden. Staff were super friendly and very helpful (checking ingredients to ensure it was gluten free). The dog even got a treat too!
Jacqui L . 2024-08-20
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A wonderful traditional country pub. Although they were fully booked they accommodated us as we had a young family. The food was fresh and beautifully presented. We have booked again to try the Sunday lunch.- cannot wait. Would highly recommend for families and couples.
Liz C . 2024-08-17
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Excellent food (delicious and good size portion,great choice) and service was impeccable- staff really helpful and attentive. Super dog friendly as well!
Bruce B . 2024-08-15
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Sunday lunch for 2 ( + dachshund !). Great choice of drinks at reasonable prices . Food was excellent - I had the ‘trio’ of roast - Beef / Turkey / Pork and it was superb . Cauliflower cheese ( included ) was very good. Service was exemplary - the staff are simply the best . A really great lunch . Make sure you book !
lovemyholidays600 . 2024-08-01
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Excellent in an all respects, Beer, Food and service were all excellent. our two spaniels also endorsed the service receiving dog treats. Will certainly be returning soon!
Raskal3 . 2024-02-03
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Me and my husband had a Sunday roast at the Star Inn before going for a long walk along the coastal path. The owners are super welcoming, the service was top notch and the food super tasty. Tender meat and very generous portions: I had to ask for a doggie bag and they kindly packed it for me. We didn't have room for desserts and definitely needed the walk, but I hear the sponge is very nice, so we will have to come back... Oh, and I recommend booking because other people know about this place:)
M A . 2024-02-01
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We hadn't been to the Star for quite some time so were really surprised to see that it had been returned almost completely to its cosy, former self. The main bar was just as I remember it with tables close to the fireplace. The atmosphere was good as usual. It was buzzing with people eating and chatting. The range of food and beer was perfect for us with 2 terrific vegetarian choices on the menu. The icing on the cake was when the original chef came out of the kitchen for a chat as if nothing had changed! The food was amazing and the chef was so accommodating. If you're looking for a welcoming country pub with good food and relaxing atmosphere then this is the place....thanks go to the new owners for recreating a great experience!
Lindsay C . 2023-12-15
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Yet another fantastic family meal at the Star Inn.Garry and his crew did fourteen of us proud. He always makes easy work of serving a fantastic meal to our family five of whom are Coeliacs. And never fails us.Thanks for your hospitality that we received from you all and we hope to see you again in the Spring with our caravan. Good luck to you all and a very Merry Christmas.
Keith F . 2023-12-11
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Gorgeous food great beer and with a warm welcome. Can't dault this place. Even the dank, wet weather didn't spoil things.
399jeanettek . 2023-11-13
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My wife and our 3 dogs walked into this lovely pub on Sunday , we were greeted and looked after by some lovely staff , a good selection of beers , larger and wines , we had dent booked but were asked if we would like to see the menu , the best decision we could have made , we both chose the Sunday roast beef , which came with roast potatoes , Yorkshire puddings , carrots , peas , cabbage and a large portion of cauliflower cheese . This was the best roast beef I and my wife have ever eaten out and we would highly recommend anyone visiting , also has a lovely garden to relax in . Thank you so much
Matthew W . 2023-10-16
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First & definately not our last visit, what a lovely pub & its people. 7 people, 2 dogs, last minute booking, what a find. T-bone steaks perfectly cooked & really tasty, hunters chicken with gammon not just bacon, absolutely delicious & plentiful as were all the dishes we had including the liver & bacon my husband had. Well done & thank you for 7 really hearty meals. Don’t hesitate to visit this fantastic pub, we highly recommend. In a lovely country setting, what more could you ask for. Thank you The star Inn
RJSPBar . 2023-09-29
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We stayed on the campsite which belongs to the pub for a week. The welcome was 100% and the price was a mere £10 a night. Thee food was so good we dined there on four or five occasions. Being a Coeliac I normally get very little choice,but to my surprise not only did they have Gluten Free ale the chef was prepared to adapt virtually every meal to accommodate my needs. This is a great Country pub and I believe has been deliberately left to look that way. It opens daily from midday till 10 pm and is well worth a visit in view. My partner Sarah and I simply cannot wait to get back to the piece and quite of that camp site for the food and the wonderful dark skies.
Keith F . 2023-09-20
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We found The Star after a last minute change of plan, booked on line and were not disappointed. The food and service were excellent, everyone was friendly and surroundings and decor were really nice. So nice to find a pub that caters for thode who just want a drink and those having a full meal, staff and the local customers made us and our dogs welcome. Can't wait till our next visit to Norfolk and our next meal at TheStar.
Oldlooker . 2023-09-16
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The pub is friendly and clean. We had lunch here during the September 2023 heatwave. We had sandwiches and they were lovely. My sausage sandwiches had very nice meaty filling with a great chutney. The service was quick and friendly and it was nice that when I asked for ketchup for my chips; the young waiter came back with a small pot of sauce, not those little plastic packets. The waiter and the waitress were lovely with our dog and we will be going back in the next couple of days before the end of our Norfolk holiday. Highly recommend this pub.
BigHSJ . 2023-09-12
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We were staying in Sea Palling, Norfolk for a few days and decided to visit the Star Inn & Restaurant in Lessingham for Sunday lunch and just wanted to say how much we enjoyed the experience. We booked in advanced and choose to eat in the garden in the shade which was perfect for a very warm day. The service was excellent throughout the meal and the food was equally as good. At last a real traditional Sunday lunch and not the reduced quality food that is often served these days. The restaurant and bar looked comfortable and inviting for cooler days. In all a really good Sunday lunch and thanks to all of the team for making it so. Richard Postle
richard p . 2023-09-12
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Lovely country pub, had Sunday roast, which was perfect, and plenty of it. Staff were very friendly, and although busy, took the time to chat, and make us feel welcome. Lots of locals seem to use it and thats usually a good sign. Nice and clean with a bar area, dining area and large beer garden. Would definitely return if ever back in the area.
shazneary . 2023-09-10
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Three friends and a child met up for lunch and we all chose the fish finger sarnies which were perfect! It's SO good to see this pub back up and running again and everything was spot on - from the food quality to the service, the atmosphere and the cleanliness. We all have dogs but didn't bring them with us, however they would have been super welcome here and sitting outside with them in the sunshine will be for our next trip!
E2223WJsuea . 2023-08-10
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Sometimes life is simple Great welcome, Great beer, Great food and Great Service = Very happy customers. Well done to the new managers and staff for bringing this pub back to life.
465grahamf . 2023-08-05
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Called for drinks a little early for food, excellent friendly service . Menu looked very tempting we will be back soon
Dianne F . 2023-08-05
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We visited The Star when on holiday nearby. The food was delicious and the hosts so friendly and accommodating. Would love to come back one day 😊
Storyteller532124 . 2023-07-22
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Just got back from a fabulous meal at The Star Inn. Staff super friendly and meal was excellent. Very nice pub, great choice on the menu and good value for money. Will definitely be back to work our way through the menu..
Lisa M . 2023-07-22
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Met up for an evening meal last Saturday. Great atmosphere, friendly staff and lovely food. Steak was cooked exactly as requested and they pour a great Guinness.
NorfolkUK086 . 2023-07-20
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Lovely family just re opened the star after a make over. Saturday night dinner for 2 couples and all food excellent. This is how a country pub should be run. Keep it up you wonderful people.
Vacation51396801844 . 2023-07-15
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Popular local pub with extremely friendly staff and made our dogs very welcomed. Excellent food and service, and a very good selection of local ale
Karen H . 2023-07-12
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So great to be back, enjoying Gary's cooking after such a long time. Pete and his staff are charming and we look forward to seeing them on many more occasions. Wishing them all the best for the future and we'll be sure to recommend them...
Sally W . 2023-07-11
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Great to see The Star open again with new Landlords and a new bar team. Great range of beers on tap - the Guinness was poured expertly. Enjoyed sitting outside in the garden in the warm Norfolk sunshine. Very welcoming.
duncan d . 2023-07-01
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Tom and Karl were great hosts. As a group of four, we walked for about 30minutes from some local accommodation over to the pub and we welcomed in to a fire and good drinks. Would definitely recommend!
273CharlotteC . 2023-02-07
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Visited yesterday for lunch Had visited pub several times in the past but not recently My husband enjoyed his main course of lambs liver Myself and daughter had sausages and mash which was described on menu as butchers sausage They were cheap deep fried sausages...
Catlady1163 . 2023-01-01
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The food was delicious, staff friendly - nothing too much trouble and good atmosphere. The roast turkey dinner and Christmas pudding were particularly great. We all really enjoyed the private room/space for our long awaited festive meal together - must go to the Star more...
Sally W . 2022-12-19
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What an amazing local pub. Staff were so welcoming to us and our dogs. The food was top notch and clearly freshly prepared using local ingredients, the sausage and mash and the sea bass were both delicious. Yet again we were sat by the fire...
mr_bukaroo . 2022-11-03
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We visited the Star Inn three times during our stay in Norfolk. It was by far the best pub we visited while we were there. The staff were always friendly and welcoming and provided great service. The food was excellent and they even made extra...
Stay797219 . 2022-09-22
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We had a lovely family meal at The Star Inn. The pub is a lovely building and the staff were very attentive. The food was excellent. Great to find a family and dog friendly restaurant serving good food at reasonable prices.
Carol4MC . 2022-09-19
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We visited The Star Inn in Lessingham, Norfolk twice while we were staying nearby in Waxham Sands. It’s a medium sized, traditional pub with friendly staff. We ordered drinks and food on both occasions and thought the food was outstanding. The best restaurant food we’d...
JanetMulvey56 . 2022-09-18
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Friendly and welcoming staff, good selection of food, including for vegetarians. Good service and tasty food, we decided to go twice during our week in Norfolk. Would recommend The Star.
FleurA_13 . 2022-09-14
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Fantastic 3 days camping, live bands great, bbq great, staff and owners brilliant helpful, friendly, know how to put on a fabulous weekend, you smashed it guys well done, see you again very soon.
lesley m . 2022-08-15
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Will not be returning. Owners who really have no idea how to run a business and treat their customers with respect. Awful smell outside not sure if it was from the goats they keep or the rubbish! Had heard bad reviews locally but thought we’d...
Rachel M . 2022-08-14
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Went to this pub last year during Covid & wanted to return. Turned up Sunday evening in August & found that was closed so we left to find another pub. We returned during the week for a mid day meal only to find that all...
hubbard373 . 2022-08-11
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We booked two nights accommodation at the Star. Two rooms in an outhouse provided lamps that didn’t work, TV remotes with no batteries, TV with no reception, a broken over-mirror lamp, no mirror other than the one with the light that didn’t work, poor quality...
FellowTraveler295552 . 2022-07-27
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This place is a gem - lots of vegetarian choices and good beer. We had a lovely meal in a friendly local pub atmosphere
W4803VUanitas . 2022-07-12
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I found this place online when searching the area after having been disappointed with the options for eating out nearer my B&B, and decided to check it out in person before booking a table. I came early (about 6pm) on a Friday evening, and liked...
TravellersTale001 . 2022-06-24
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We rent a cottage in North Norfolk a couple of times a year, and frequently see recommendations for this pub. So when my son wanted to treat my husband and I to a birthday lunch, it sprang to mind. We ate in the bar, as...
Sara K . 2022-03-09
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This is a must visit if you are in the area lovey pub with a great atmosphere we were a party of 8 to start with but at the last minute had another friend join us. The staff were so accommodating and answered my messages...
A7015HUstephent . 2022-02-01
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A beautiful old pub with a very friendly atmosphere. The bar/waiting staff are excellent and the chef skilled. We have eaten there twice and each time we felt looked after and valued as customers. We will certainly be returning.
Freelance60 . 2022-01-29
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We had lunch at The Star and our experience was simply flawless from start to finish. The interior is warm and cosy, the staff were so friendly and dogs are allowed, which adds to the warm feel of the place (they do have a dog-free...
LarringtonJCat . 2022-01-29
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We were staying in a cottage within walking distance so it was a go to place, having seen the reviews we were happy to try, it was great, a great menu selection and a great atmosphere, in fact so good we went back a second...
Sidecarmark . 2021-12-30
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Our first visit since the new owners and new chef and we all enjoyed our meals. We will definitely be back. Thanks for a great evening.
Sally W . 2021-11-01
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We had dinner in the bar with our old english sheepdog puppy, and were made very welcome. Good food and plenty of it. Thank you
sandra c . 2021-10-26
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Me and my partner and my son visited here after reading such positive reviews. Good selection of beers, that's the positive. We decided to go out to the garden to show our son the horses that were at the back of the garden, but we...
816grahamp . 2021-10-13
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The service was efficient. The starters, Brie and Halloumi were both very good. The Ribs were OK but I suspect not freshly cooked, i.e. from a catering pack. Desserts crumble and brownie both good
johnwlambert1 . 2021-10-02
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We had lunch here with friends yesterday, Rebecca our server was very friendly helpful and polite, the food was excellent as were the drinks. We would definitely return again. Five stars
Trish B . 2021-09-15
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Great beer and amazing food well done to all the staff. What made it better was sitting out side and watching the sunset. Great evening.
465grahamf . 2021-09-08
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This is a great free house serving competitively priced food and real ales. A good find. Large garden and camping at the back. The pub is near the school and church on a cross roads outside the village.
25bob2018 . 2021-08-08
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Parents visited on 29th July. Clearly people like visiting and you have a great ambience, friendly staff. However it was let down by the food. Chicken in blue cheese sauce was undercooked and barely warm, and lacking in blue cheese. The cabbage was blue which...
Lydia T . 2021-07-31
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Just got back from dinner at the Star booked early in the week as we had been last year when we were on holiday and enjoyed it then, I have to say we were not disappointed, food and service were exceptional. We adapted choices from...
566rebeccap . 2021-07-22
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We had an excellent dinner at The Star Inn, the crayfish and prawn cocktail was delicious and the line caught cod with smoked salmon sauce and ribeye steak with brandy and peppercorn sauce main courses were to die for. The whole place has been refurbished...
Annabel L . 2021-06-22
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This pub restaurant was recommended to us by the Dairy Barns where we were staying at the time. The food was superb, the grilled Norfolk sausages with mustard mas being out of this world. Also, their Encore local beer was outstanding, and the service was...
russell95_45 . 2021-06-04
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Ok, so we know the pub, and we know how things work. We got served with drinks after arriving- eventually, however, the three guys that arrived after us didn’t. They sat good naturedly for around 20 minutes and were totally ignored by the 3 bar...
Relax34863224142 . 2021-05-31
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Lock down over went for Sunday lunch processed beef totally grim which includes the service There are far more delicious pub/restaurants give this one a miss big time
J1595MNmattp . 2021-05-30
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We visited when staying in the local area and got a table in the garden. The garden is well spaced out and it is in a pretty area. The staff were friendly although it was difficult to get their attention at times. We ordered and...
clp1981 . 2021-05-01
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Pub garden meal. Well spaced tables. Service acceptable and staff were friendly. Food was good - chilli burgers were delicious, Beer good. Shame that previous guests had let their dog poo in grounds (we didn’t tell staff so haven’t marked down for that!)
CaCarolin . 2021-04-18
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A must visit place if your are in the area, great food, great beer & very freindly & helpful staff. Highly recommend!
Buugs . 2020-10-20
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Despite arriving late after getting lost we were still able to enjoy an excellent meal with very friendly service. Will definitely go back when we’re in Norfolk again
506susank506 . 2020-10-07
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came to the star Inn for lunch today with my partner the food was well presented, very polite and professional staff with the right procedures for covid19 around the pub with a one way system! The landlord is such a lovely caring person 🙂 thankyou...
kerrywilsher88 . 2020-09-23
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We went to The Star twice. On the first occasion the food was good. When we visited again 3 of the meals were appalling. The sausages were extremely poor quality and the meal was changed. Two of us had the lamb chop which was almost...
Doglover23456 . 2020-09-17
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We thoroughly enjoyed being back at The Star ..first time since last October .. Lovely greeting on arrival and so pleased to see the great Chef Gary is still on board..best intentions were made re social distancing and sanitizer etc however, I would really like...
Bez243 . 2020-09-16
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Just had a beautiful meal at the Lessingham star ,3 courses all excellent 👏staff all lovely great atmosphere.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
E7956HDjob . 2020-09-11
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We visited on a weekday night. We had ‘cod’ and chips and ‘butchers’ burger. The burger should have come with hand cut chunky chips and didn’t, just the normal frozen cheap fries. The burger was an economy burger, poor quality. I’m pretty sure the fish...
283roryg . 2020-09-08
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This place was recommended to us so we thought we would try it. I was advised to book a table as it was bank holiday weekend. I had the steak and my wife had the cheese/bacon burger. My wife really enjoyed the burger but I...
erdalenver . 2020-08-29
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We enjoyed our food here and under different circumstances might have given a slightly better rating. Unfortunately we felt the COVID precautions were more limited compared to other pubs we’ve eaten in. Yes, there is hand sanitiser available and there is a one way system. But the tables in our (small) dining section were fairly close together even for non- COVID times. One table had diners back to back who were easily within one meter. To be fair the arriving couple were asked if they were happy with that when staff realised how close they were. The couple were fine with it but I felt there were too many tables close together especially with no windows open in the room. Our contact details were not taken in case tracing was required, but I guess they did have the phone number for one of us from when we booked. Staff were friendly and helpful, and were able to give a personal service to people’s requests.
MrBedford . 2020-08-22
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Staff were friendly and welcoming, nice surroundings but food not up to much for the price. Sausages were hard where they had been warmed up, lumpy mash and instant gravy. Nice place but overpriced food for the standard. Also no childrens menu, you order from the main menu and they make smaller portions, but it doesn't leave a great choice for children.
Katemjuk . 2020-08-22
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Flies everywhere. I know you need the doors open for ventilation but at least attempt to get rid of the 30+ flies that attack your dinner whilst you eat.Cod had bones in and yet it is one of the easiest fishes to debone and my husband ordered a burger with sweet chilli sauce and no sauce was delivered!
emilliejade . 2020-08-20
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Star inn at lessingham what can I say second year we've stayed here good food, good beer,friendly,& very helpful staff.And hannah the young lady behind the bar great singer .Thanks too everyone involved for making us feel so welcome & safe in the present situation. see you all soon
Dickie H . 2020-08-03
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We was staying at Sea palling and was recommended The Star by the owners of our holiday cottage. The pub owners and staff were very welcoming and the locals very friendly. We sat in the beer garden with our two dogs (the pub is very dog friendly), and had Lunch. The food was well presented, delicious and reasonably priced. Overall, a very pleasant lunch and would definitely return.
denyer810 . 2020-08-02
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Today my husband and I, along with our 2 miniature schnauzers stopped off at The Star Inn for lunch. It’s been a couple of years since we’ve visited the Star and we were delighted to see all the fantastic decor changes, fresh lick of paint, bright coloured building the big improvements to the lovely outside garden space. Pretty picket fencing and flowers all around. Clean and well maintained wooden bench sets and parasols on each table, just in case you need a little shade, It was the perfect surroundings on a sunny Norfolk day. My husband had the most juicy, burger, topped with pulled pork (onion rings, chips slaw and salad) all beautifully presented. I chose off of the “specials” board, of which there were several really brilliant choices. Cajun pork filled with rice and nachos, all done in a delicious pepper, onion, tomato and mushroom Cajun sauce. Utterly scrumptious! There were so many wonderful and varied choices on the menu, we're already planning our next visit, one of several I’m guessing over the next couple of weeks of our holiday. You should DEFINITELY go to the Star in for either drinks of food. Wonderful friendly and fast service from the staff too. I would describe it as PERFECT. 10/10!!!
Loraine M . 2020-07-23
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Karl worked his socks off while closed to refurbish pub and garden and has come out of lockdown with flying colours.Well done to you and the team. Meals and welcome are excellent. With a great choice of beers and ales.Continued success for the new pub.
A P . 2020-07-13
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Fantastic food, the special board was great, after talking with chef I chose the braised beef, 10 out of 10 great choice, good atmosphere and beer, will visit again.
V3465FKpaulm . 2020-03-14
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We were in the area and managed to book a table.. Arrived early, my mistake but staff were lovely and managed to seat us..Had 2 lovely meals with desert, all very well cooked..Stayed for a drink afterwards..Karl and his staff were all great.. Well worth a visit but make sure you book.
russellh994 . 2020-02-02
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Dropped in on New Years day lunchtime. Lovely atmosphere with many licals and families. Lacons Encore was my choice of Ale. Very bright and of course full of flavour. Both had a rib eye steak cooked as we requested served promptly. The only criticism is that the meals were too generous! The steak was juicy and the fries were crisp. No room for desserts but my wife's coffee was a nice end to her meal. A youbg couple running this pub deserves to succeed good luck.
timaldous92 . 2020-01-01
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It was only our second visit to the Star as moved very near by in the summer. But we can now say this will be a regular place for us when we need good food and beer. I had the baked cod in salmon sauce which was so tasty and partner had liver and bacon cooked to your preference which is a big bonus. Turns out it was chef Gary's birthday and was offered some of his birthday cake which was also top notch and made by one of the locals. All in all a lovely experience, so a big thank you to everyone at "The Star"
muddyw244 . 2019-12-19
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Our first visit on Sunday after seeing the seals. What a wonderful Sunday lunch. Beautifully cooked beef with all the trimmings and fiery horseradish sauce. The lamb was also said to be delicious. Really well cooked vegetables too. Plus naughty puddings and very good coffee. Lovely welcoming staff, masses of doggy room and good choice of beers etc. We will definitely return.
201alisond . 2019-12-03
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The "Star" is my local pub, and a very fine one indeed!It has recently been taken over by "Carl" who seems to have carried on the good service.4 of us went for dinner and had a lovely meal, Gary the chef is really very good.I'd popped in earlier that day and they let me decorate the table with balloons etc. which was nice, some places don't let you now, they say it's messy, their loss, I won't use them.But not the "Star" great service, especially Chloe (I hope I've spelt that right).Food was up to usual good standard with reasonable prices.2 of us had the steak dinner, well all I can say is go hungry, this was a whopper of a meal, cooked to perfection with all the usual trimmings, the chips were fantastic, big fat & crispy, Lamb chops was another meal and also very good, cooked as asked to my liking (medium well), lastly Bangers and mash, top notch!That and a few glasses of wine made for a great evening.Many thanks!!!So the pub is a bit out of the way, but well worth a visit, good parking, very traditional pub, no loud music, and a nicely refurbished nook/room for even more privacy.Not to mention the wonderful array of beers!Give this place a try.
Steve T . 2019-11-21
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We had a very tasty pie and mash - good pub grub. All of the staff were exceptionally friendly and chatted to us all evening.
Passport726487 . 2019-11-06
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For a pub out in the wilds of Norfolk, the Star always delivers. Since our last visit there has been a change of management but it remains well ahead of other pubs "in its class". Excellent, and we will continue returning
An_Old_Burian . 2019-10-27
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I wanted to review as I always use reviews and thought it only fair to leave my thoughts for others to take or leave. This is a very friendly and hospitable pub. Lovely garden. We went for the acclaimed Sunday lunch. We were early on during service so had fresh food. The veg was beautifully cooked, as was the yorkie. The beef was ok, the roast potatoes were mediocre. I am veggie and there was nothing to go with a roast dinner ( fair enough), they had some veggie options served with the roast trimmings but veggie lasagne with the roast trimmings? No veggie gravy so dry and like two different meals. The veggie lasagne was really sweet, as though a pinch too much sugar in with the tomatoes. I couldn’t eat it. So my conclusion is ‘ok’ ( but had much better) for meat eaters but not great for veggie options. I will repeat that they are very friendly and helpful, I feel mean being anything other than positive. my comment only relates to the food and specifically the Sunday menu.
Lotttie . 2019-09-24
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My wife, dog and myself ate here last Friday after finding it in the 2019 CAMRA real ale guide. We were not disappointed as the food was delicious and I was recommended an excellent pint of Lacons ale. We had main courses and dessert. My wife had Salmon in a sweet chilli sauce and I had roast cod in a creamy crayfish sauce. We couldn't make up our minds on desserts so shared an apple crumble and a treacle tart with stem ginger.The pub was buzzing with conversation, barmaid was friendly and helpful and the food arrived promptly.I genuinely cannot think of anything which could have been improved upon.
Suffolkgourmet . 2019-09-21
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Bit off the beaten track but well worth finding. Food is nicely done and filling and the place feels like a pub which is great. Friendly staff and good choice of beer so what's not to like?
TCMike54 . 2019-09-18
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Heard excellent reports and also dog friendly - wow! Decided to call for a drink on the way to an Indian meal in Stalham. What a nightmare! We left the dogs in the car and entered the pub. We found an unreserved table and the men went to the bar, no problem. Half a Guinness for Ann, glass of red for me a pint of Carling for Don and one of a superb selection of non alcohol for Richard. Ann couldn't find a menu but spotted a blackboard at the far end of the room and decided to investigate before booking a table for later in the week. An amazonian girl jumped from behind the bar and told her in no uncertain terms that she could neither go further or see a menu!!!!! Very unpleasant female. We downed our drinks, my Rioja was served twice in a dirty glass, I used a tissue on the rim to clean the second attempt. We are all pensioners only one under 70 years and expect better. Very disappointed. Will not return. The Indian meal was great and the service was excellent.
Ethel2013 . 2019-09-16
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We must commend the young girl that was phone receptionist, barmaid and waitress to the whole busy pub last Tuesday night. She was so friendly, polite and cheery, despite running everything single handedly. There was no sign of being stressed despite being run off her feet and not stopping for the while time we were there!
Gav H . 2019-08-25
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We were staying in Lessingham and visited the Star Inn on a number of occasions for drinks as there is a good selection of beers and ciders. We found the staff to be very friendly and welcoming. On our last night we booked a meal, the food was amazing! good portions and very good value for money with an excellent choice, including good vegetarian options.
Traveleyes . 2019-08-03
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Out cycling and decided to stop for a lite bite. Stumbled upon The Start Inn... amazingly friendly staff at bar and incredibly brilliant chef, we arrived at 2.40pm and they could not have been more accommodating. Truly excellent food and great sized portions. Would highly recommend and when we are back at Sea Paling we shall be visiting again, deserves more than the five stars we can give. Thank You guys x
Christian-Hanvey . 2019-07-17
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Ich weiss nicht wie die Leute das finden, und warum die Briten in diesen kleinen gemütlich en Läden am Ende der Welt so gut kochen.
769olafn . 2019-07-13
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Had lunch with friends today and it was amazing! Fresh veg, large portions and so tasty. Recommend 💯%
pamsie50 . 2019-07-13
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Found the Star Inn by chance but what a great find.
NorfolkBoy73 . 2019-07-08
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The Star Inn had been recommended, by the owners of the Airbnb where we were staying, so decided to go for lunch, following a drive around up to Cromer.
55MSF . 2019-07-06
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We were with a friend and my wife and I had been only the week before and we so impressed we called in casually without booking, and luckily they managed to fit us in. The service was excellent and the food the same. Lovely country pub, which had maintained its decor and character and not been "gastrofied" with slick furnishings and made to have that "chelsea on sea " look like many north norfolk pubs. The current manager/tenant is new and I wish Carl and his partner all the success that comes with hard work.
geoffrey m . 2019-05-31
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We came in a group of 6 adults and 3 kids. There was a moderate range of dishes on offer, but all sounded interesting, making choosing difficult. Everyone loved everything they ate; delicious fresh food with perfect portions. I’m not a pudding fan but the treacle and ginger tart was amazing. Thanks!
J3649FKnickw . 2019-05-29
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I’ve been coming to this part of Norfolk for many years but this was my first visit here.
Nick M . 2019-05-15
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The Star Inn has great pub atmosphere, a very friendly and tallented chef (Gary), excellent service and delicious food (I've never had better salmon). Good variety of beer and wine. We usually travel to the UK every year now. The Star Inn in Lessingham Norfolk was one of our best pub experiences
DavidandDenise L . 2019-05-13
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156 Opinions
We were staying locally and ate here a couple of times, each visit was excellent. Staff are lovely and the food is delicious. Each visit my husband had the pie of the day (once S&K and then Beef Bourguignon) both exceptional. I had lemon chicken skewer and them ham, egg and chips. The portions are generous. Well kept beer as well.
141 Opinions
WOW …What a find … great food choices . But just needed a coffee and coffee cake before going to the beach. Lovely friendly staff …Fantastic to know they have staff with learning difficulties who were so polite friendly and even gave my dog a treat . It will be my regular from now on . Many thanks
517 Opinions
We arrived lunchtime so expected it to be busy. But it would have been nice if they could have told us there would be a half hour wait for food, especially as we were in a car park with only 2 hours on the ticket, which we thought would be adequate for a spot of lunch and a mooch round the shops. The food was not great, overcooked fried egg, bullet peas, undercooked chips, and ham that had a most unusual flavour. And the tomato looked like it had had a fight with a flame thrower and lost. It was our first visit to Holt and this experience rather spoilt it for us. Won’t be going back. On the positive side my wife thought her omelette was delicious.
399 Opinions
The food was very good well cooked and presented, we had to wait for a while before our order was placed, however it's a busy local pub which caters for holiday makers also so this could have been the reason for the wait. Cheerful and pleasant staff, I would certainly eat there again.