The Victoria Inn Restaurant in North Norfolk

This is our second stay at The Victoria, and for the second time the food and service has let down, what could have been a great stay. The vegetarian curry was so ordinary - undercooked broccoli and cauliflower with curry sauce. How easy would it have been to add some yogurt or almonds? A popadom? Something to make this worthy of being in the menu at £18. I had to ask for chutney, but the curry was still uninspiring. And no one - not any of the 4 staff who served us - asked if the meal was okay. Basic service etiquette, surely? All of this was passed on the following morning, but no recompense was offered - we still paid in full. We also had a disappointing meal last time, so for us this is our last stay at The Victoria. Shame, because the location is fab.

Came just for dinner and left feeling disappointed. The service cpuld have been more attentive. The restaurant ambience was poor and would have really benefitted from some low level background music. But the food was most disappointing. A real shame for what could be a real destination restaurant in a stunning g location.

I have been to the Victoria a few times 1st time seven years ago with my late husband and our 1 year old dog it was great then and has been every time I have been over last few years. Staff are friendly and love dogs a big plus for me. Todays fixed price set Sunday lunch was perfect for me the pheasant starter followed by cod loin with gnocchi and crab was excellent light and beautifully cooked

I am reposting this review as nobody at the Restaurant has the time to respond to negative views. Trying to find the car park at night is somewhat of a challenge. Very badly illuminated and sign posted. Eventually we parked, still in darkness, My wife got out of the car and was terrified and panic stricken by the verocity of the barking from, what we later established was an extremely a large dog, we also later established that we had parked next to a dogs cage, with a number of dogs in it. I have attached pictures and a video of the car park. Getting from the car park to the Restaurant entrance, was in my mind extremely dangerous. IT can only get better. At 18 .45 we found the restaurant, not so busy however, the greeting from the staff was both friendly and professional and the ambience and décor, were very pleasing and relaxing. The Restaurant Manager, was welcoming, professional and had a good sense of humour. The wine list is excellent, with a good variety of wines at various price points. The Menu had a good variety of dishes, with a wide range of prices. For a starter, we both chose the Prawns, an excellent choice, good size and a good number of Prawns, deep fried in a light Tempura batter. My Main course was a Cannon of Lamb, fantastic choice, well cooked with great flavour and hot, as it should be. We now come to the two Elephants in the room, I will leave the larger of them to the last. It is now about 19.40 and we feel that we are sitting in the middle of a dogs home, some well behaved but others a damn nuisance. We are dog lovers but this was totally over the top. Diners should be prewarned of the preponderance of these animals. Now to the larger of the Elephants. At this stage I will inform you that we have owned an upmarket Restaurant and been involved in the Hospitality business for some years. My Wife ordered the !/2 a Lobster at £31.50, whilst it is not necessarily in High season, she would have expected to more than three or four small mouthfuls and a plate covered in greenery. Why spoil, what is a good reputation, by ripping your clients off with this type of dish. Very disappointed that didn't choose, what is a huge variety of local fish, other than this monstrosity.

We were told we arrived too late for food and as we weren’t eating we couldn’t have a drink. We sat for a rest and when we asked if we could just get a coffee and cake we were told that if we didn’t like the policy then we knew were the door was!!!! I kid you not. This really happened

Great food at a great price too! Broccoli tempura to start was cooked in a really light batter and the flavours were subtle but very good. Haddock for main was again very good and the sauce was amazing. Chef's flair continued with the mille feuille, delicious brandy soaked cherries and a lovely nutmeg ice cream on the side 😊

An amazing place for a meal after a walk on Holkham Beach. Staff so friendly and welcoming, to both humans and dogs! Lovely atmosphere and decor and the food was gorgeous and good value. Will definitely visit again.

Phenomenal place, me and my girlfriend stayed here for a weekend and had the most amazing time. The staff were incredibly kind and helpful and the service was top-notch. The food I was incredibly good, and both me and my girlfriend are vegan and they always had plenty of incredibly delicious vegan meals. They catered to our dog with a lovely dog bed and treats and the rooms were absolutely beautiful. Highly reccomend!!!!

Fortunately we got a late cancellation for Sunday lunch,staff on arrival al were very attentive and helpful,food was absolutely superb and service very prompt and again not rushed or waiting for the next course etc.A lovely experience compared to other establishments in the area,to summerise a excellent meal out.

Loved our stay, great location, friendly staff, felt really spoilt! Great food and coffee

Lovely table by the fire on a cold day after a long walk The positives are how good the food is The negatives are the quantity of dogs everywhere which is such a shame as staff had to juggle round them with plates of food and it gave the restaurant an unclean aroma Suggest a dog area in the restaurant

Always a fantastic meal at the Victoria. It’s a curated menu and it’s always a sure bet that everything on it will be delicious. This time around the mussels with garlic breadcrumbs was the stand out, with as always, a divine roast dinner! Beef or Pork! I highly recommend a visit there, particularly worth while after a blustery walk on the beach!

I have just completed a two day stay at this fine establishment i could not be happier this is my 3rd visit to this wonderful place .The staff have a wonderful attitude nothing is too much trouble plus the Rooms are amazing the baths are large and spacious. The food is simply to die for staff members Lee, Mikel and Georgina deserve a special mention asI dinned I could only be impressed by there excellent customer service skills and brilliant interactions the fellow dinners. .Well done to the team The Victoria I would gladly recommend this fine prestigious establishment to everyone -except i wont because i need to make sure there is there always a spot for me when i visit, selfish? maybe, Smart ?absolutely. 10 out of 10

We dined at the Victoria, Holkham today. The food was exceptional, the service team brilliant and it was great value for money. We are never disappointed at the Victoria.

Popped in after a long cold walk on the beach got to the bar where I was greeted pleasantly ordered a tea for my partner and a pint of wherry for myself then got asked if I was a resident or staying in the establishment I said neither and was told abruptly that it's a hotel and restaurant and it's not open to the public.....thanks shall not ever consider staying in such a snobby place if that's your policy

We booked but got our dates wrong. “Not a problem Sir, we’ll fit you in, I’m sure “. A fantastic, professional and friendly team. Excellent surroundings and ambiance. The food was delicious. Couldn’t fault it. A thoroughly enjoyable evening, thank you. John and Claire

Lovely staff. Lovely hotel in the perfect location.

We visited for a family double birthday lunch. We’re a difficult party with vegans, veggies, coeliacs, omnivores and even a dog. The team couldn’t have been more helpful. They accommodated every request and even lent us some batteries for our birthday table decoration. Lots of vegetarian, vegan, gluten free, fish and meat options. The food was inventive and delicious. Thank you so much from us all (including Ellie the dog who was very grateful for the gourmet dog biscuits)

We know this part of Norfolk very well as a holiday spot. We have been coming to the Victoria on and off for years. It is now a hotel that serves lunch and dinner NOT a pub. We booked Sunday dinner and I was happy to find that despite an 8pm. table there was still roast beef available. It was delicious 😋! Good portion of medium rare sirloin accompanied by crispy roast potatoes, a fine Yorkshire pudding, a good assortment of vegetables and cauliflower cheese. A few years back I rated a bunch of places local to home and I think the Victoria would have only been beaten by Cliveden We did have room for pudding and thank goodness we did. The rice pudding was spectacular! Unusual but inspirational flavours. The staff were happy and attentive. We took our well behaved dog and saw a couple of others in the restaurant. We chose to come here as it’s dog friendly. Perhaps ask for a quiet table if you’d prefer not to be around dogs when you eat. Overall highly recommended and excellent value. Thanks all.

We were hoping for a nice peaceful lunch. But, with 16 dogs also in the orangery part of the restaurant, it was anything but. Apart from being a bit smelly there was barking everytime a dog moved! Then a dog relieved itself on the floor which was not brought to the attention of the waiting staff and was just wiped up with a tissue. Totally unacceptable in a restaurant. We are not dog haters as we have had dogs ourselves, but with the ridiculous focus on dogs rather than humans it spoils what could be a nice experience. It wasn't that long ago that animals were not allowed where there was food according to strict health rules. Remember some people are allergic and some children are frightened of dogs. There should be a separate area if dogs are to be allowed in restaurants.

Blown away by the food,great location in the holkham hall entrance to the grounds.Fine dining but not huge prices.Attentive staff..Just great

We visited as are often in the area being quiet local. We were shown to a table given some bottled tap water and menus-food seemed very good…..waited around half an hour and despite the people around us having tables cleared and orders taken plus more people being seated by at least 4 different waiters/waitresses we were ignored!-left alone with with a bottle of tap water! No one asked us if we would like a drink from the bar or if we were ready to order some food. (Which is why we were there and the question they asked us when we went in!)they were not even that busy! We decided to accept our fate and then enjoyed waiting to see if any of the servers would actually look up from serving the surrounding tables.Which is after all a waiters job! We were in the patio with just 3 other occupied tables. Anyway we walked out-we did tell them why on way out! Would suggest some staff training! Good news we probably saved about £70 and found somewhere down the road that welcomed our custom and money. Safe to say won’t bother at The Victoria again. The funny thing is that I understand you are not aloud in for just a drink or coffee-you have to order food or be a hotel guest!?

My wife is vegatarian and wasnt keen. I am a meat eater and really enjoyed it. I would say though you need to like dogs. If you bring a dog they have their own bowl of water and biscuit, though question is does everyone like dogs. It is like the new smoking.

We called in here, initially for drinks, prior to walking into Wells across Holkham beach. Since we were last here that is now not possible due to a change of ownership and policy. We therefore decided to change our plans and have lunch on the patio then walk later in the day. We chose a mixture of the tapas dishes, which we all excellent. I did not notice any statement on the menu that a 10% service charge would be added to the bill, so to keep the peace with my wife, I did not question it with the waiter. It is a gripe of mine that service charges are not shown as discretionary. That issue aside, I would eat here again.

What a fantastic restaurant. We were warmly welcomed by the team. The service team were excellent and knowledgeable. The food was superb and reasonably priced. One member of our team has dietary meds due to a medical condition. This was taken care of with humility and compassion. Views are superb and the ambience is unrivalled. Thank you The Victoria for a superb evening.

A lovely restaurant just over the road from the beach car park at Holkham. We all enjoyed our food very much, with particular highlights being the cod gougons ,the focaccia with dipping sauce, and the sea bass main course. Good range of drinks too. A little on the expensive side, but worth it for the nice views and the relaxed atmosphere of the restaurant.

Having enjoyed the Victoria in the past we decided to call in whilst travelling around the coast. We thought it strange that our normal route into the Victoria and through the courtyard was closed off so we entered through the main door only to be greeted with are you a resident, we only serve residents here.This attitude will lose customers.

Super dog-friendly, brought dog biscuits out on our arrival. Staff, service and surroundings were great. We had the tapas style food which was lovely. Highly recommend the Breakfast Martini. Will definitely visit next time we come to Holkham.

They were closed for a wedding, great think!! Turn away lots of potential.

We used to call in for a drink after walking in the area. No more! We were amazed to be curtly turned away as we weren't residents despite the bar being empty! We will not be going back, shame as we used to enjoy the vibrant atmosphere. Would give zero stars if allowed!

As seems common reading other reviews, we went to the Victoria after walking around Holkham Hall. There were two members of staff (no customers) who refused to serve us drinks as we were not staying at the hotel. We felt like making use of the vintage muskets off the wall. It was very wet outside, and it put us off eating or staying here in the future. My dad lives in Wells and he affirmed that the hotel has a reputation for having rude staff and to avoid. Shame as obviously we will be back, but we won't be returning here.

Stopped for lunch. Food lovely but service was terrible. No-one came to check how our meal was or if we needed anything and I had to ask for the table to be cleared. We were the only ones in the restaurant so no excuse. Very dissapointing.

Stayed two nights with my partner and our dog - service was great, food was exceptional, staff were very accommodating, and the location was amazing. Room was a good size and clean. The estate was gorgeous and the beach was great! We’ll be back ☺️

My husband and I recently stayed at The Victoria for 2 nights during a work trip. The hotel, our room, the service and our dining experience were all excellent and we will definitely return. Thank you to all the staff for making us feel very welcome. Highly recommend.

Noticed the ridiculous and unfair reviews from people who have not actually stayed at the Victoria but were unable to get a pint so decided to post one star reviews. Clearly the management have decided to change the business model to even out custom fairly for guests over the year, and much more sensibly the locals who work here. Having just returned from a weekend at the Victoria I can see why, and it works. The 5 star review is entirely down to the absolutely wonderful staff who made our weekend so special, a genuinely lovely group of people who all went the extra mile. DB&B was very good value, the breakfast was superb, and all of local provinance. The complimentary mini bar a terrific surprise, access to all of the Holkham Estate and a parking pass for all of their various attractions was another unexpected plus. A surprise gem. Top tip, it's a very dog friendly hotel, great if you love dogs, if you don't the Ancient House next door is dog free so bear that in mind when booking.

Such a fabulous hotel. Food, rooms and service are outstanding in every way. Without doubt, one of the best places to stay in Norfolk. Fantastic walks in the park or the beach, which is one of the most beautiful in the UK. Incredibly dog friendly too, with dog beds and bowls provided, as well as fantastic biscuits! Very highly recommended

I took my mother for lunch at The Victoria after a lovely walk around the grounds of Holkham Hall (which I’d highly recommend). From the moment we walked in to book a table right through to the time we left I could not praise the friendliness of all the staff highly enough. The young lady that booked us our table was extremely warm & welcoming. Then the young man who welcomed us into the restaurant was extremely friendly too. He also had time for my pet dog and was quick to offer her a snack. When we sat at our table the staff were extremely attentive, very polite and it made our lunchtime experience a really pleasant one. On top of that the food was delicious, (the Cottage pie was perfect !) the house red was spot on and I would certainly recommend The Victoria to anyone looking for good food, a warm welcome and friendly staff. I’ll certainly be revisiting and I shall be bringing along several friends. Thank you !

We visited Norfolk in November and had a meal at The Victoria , we were that impressed we visited again when in Norfolk this February. Again the food , service and surroundings were excellent , good food , not over complicated but very tasty and very well done. We will certainly visit again. If you haven’t already I would advise you give it a try. You will not be disappointed.

Came across The Victoria whilst doing Holkham Circular Walk. Whilst it was more than we were looking for at lunchtime that day, the menu looked appealing so we decided to visit one evening, and we were not disappointed. Service was attentive without being rushed. Nothing was too much trouble and the menu lived up to expectations. The food was excellent; very tasty and well presented, and not over-priced. The setting was also lovely; quite formal in a way, yet also very relaxing. Hope to be back!

Lovely welcome from the staff, very comfortable traditional country inn style decor with a crackling fire on a blowy day in February. Excellent place for a pit stop after a walk on the beach and in the woods. Menu isn’t cheap but is good value,and varied. The tapas style small plates make a great alternative for a light lunch or the inevitable soup or sandwich. We chose to have just a main course, seduced by the delicious sounding halibut with mussels, leeks & cider sauce, & the cod with chorizo rarebit- both were beautifully cooked, lived up to expectations and for us required no additional sides. Our dog was also made very welcome, homemade treats provided once we’d given permission and the staff are clearly all animal-lovers. Having said that, we discussed accommodation with our waiter and it was good to hear that the dog-friendly rooms are quite separate from the animal-free rooms. Shows the thought that has gone into ensuring everyone’s comfort and enjoyment.

We stayed at this hotel in December. All the food we had was delicious & well presented. Lovely place to meet friends for lunch or dinner. The decorations were so lovely & made it very cosy with the big fire. I do have to say we did witness some people being turned away & it wasn’t done in the best way. They were a bit sharp. However the bar isn’t the biggest so it’s nice if your staying there to have bar area to your selves. It is also very dog friendly.

Such a wonderful visit, I’m so pleased we popped in. From the moment we arrived (with our rather unpredictable 18 month old) the staff made us feel nothing short of welcome. The food was great, the pub was super cosy and festive with the fires, and the salted caramel truffles were such a nice touch! Highly recommend for those who have little ones but are nervous about venturing out. This pub will look after you! We will be back.

Fabulous room however food did not match. Salmon stater inedible, we sent it back, goulash was v nice Mains Beef slices very tough and chewy, cottage pie bland and tasteless Cheese to finish was fine but very small portion

So disappointed, we went as a family of 8 for my sons birthday ( to be followed by a bike ride). Very limited menu, children meals were tiny, I had a 7 &8 yr old and they asked if their tiny square of fish and 3 potatoes was a starter? My children love veg but after asking for veg for my children ( they love veg most veg) but cabbage and pickled cucumbers was not for most! My pudding looked amazing but very flavourless. My children both orders pancake and ice for pudding, one came and my son kindly let his sister have the first one, nothing came for my son, we ask two members of staff for our missing pudding, over 1/2 hour and nothing. Unfortunately 30 mins after we had all finished pudding, my son ( who birthday it was) said I do to want to wait any longer. So we paid and walked walked out. Great spot but won’t be coming back, such a disappointment!

We went during restaurants week in Norfolk and had poor cheap to prepare food ,poor service from the manager and the restaurant had six couples with dogs some of which barked and the owners were not spoken to.

Great views excellent food and good service. The portions were generous and the food well prepared presented by helpful and attentive staff.

Unless you are a resident you are not welcome. Lots of walking reviews and campsites tell you this is a good stop off for drinks. It’s a lie and the staff make sure you know you are not welcome

I had a fantastic birthday meal at the Victoria Hotel. They made it special by giving me a birthday card. I started with delicious tomato and mozzarella bruschetta paired with Pinot Grigio wine. The sea bass for the main course was perfectly cooked, and the Pinot Noir Rosé wine complemented it well. I also enjoyed an espresso martini at the beginning. For dessert, the four cheeses with Armagnac were a great choice. The service by Flo and the team was attentive, and the restaurant had a great ambiance. Both my partner and I had a wonderful evening, and the bill of £149 felt like good value for the quality and quantity of food and drinks. Thank you, Victoria Hotel!

Limited menu, restaurant felt like sitting in a school dining room. Staff talking negatively about other diners which we could over hear.

Excellent food, very warm welcome Turned up on spec on a Wednesday lunchtime on holiday season. I’ll keep this short: beautiful food, good service in a lovely location. Recommended.

Having grown up in the area and previously frequented the place just for drinks (when we perhaps didn't want a meal), we were always made welcome. Now, today we have been told unless you are booked in for a meal you can't be served drinks as its "not bar!". How pretentious and business naive is that to turn away footfall business. Won't recommend and won't come back until management are changed or change their business direction. Clearly that explains how QUIET it was with people using the car park to simply go walking!

My wife and I visited the Victoria at 2.40pm on a Monday. We knew they stopped serving food at 2.30pm but we intended to pop in, buy a drink and see what the place was like with a view to booking a table for a meal later in the week. On arrival although the place is open between lunch and evening meal times, we were immediately told that they only sold drinks with meals and we were therefore unable to just buy drinks. It's a hotel!!!! Needless to say we won't be returning for a meal or a hotel stay. This used to be a very welcoming establishment but with attitudes like that towards potential customers it could well be a short lived venture.

We had an amazing evening meal at the Victoria. The staff were first class, welcoming, friendly and attentive throughout our visit. The food quality was as good as it gets, portion sizes generous and prices more than reasonable given the quality. Dog friendly with plenty of on site parking. What’s not to love.

We called in at the Victoria for a drink after a long walk. We were thirsty and asked if we could order drinks and sit in the garden. We were told ‘no’ despite it being empty. Far too pretentious - when did hotels stop welcoming guests into the bar? We’ve stayed here before in the past but won’t be visiting again.

Hadn’t booked, went in for lunch with our little dog, greeted by reception, very pleasant lady, she sent us through to restaurant. Then greeted by a lady in restaurant and showed us straight to a table in the conservatory. Lovely view across the nature reserve. The staff were very efficient, making sure we had water from the off, the menu was very varied, lots of excellent choices, starter, mains and deserts. We had all three, to be honest, we could have stayed there for hours!!! We were made so welcome and so was our dog! The food did not disappoint!! All three courses were so flavoursome and superbly presented. This is definitely fine dining at its best. Definitely NOT a pub! I would go to say, this is one of the best places that myself and my wife have visited for a long time. Keep up the good standards!! Very happy customers 😁

Me and my 76 year old mother and two primary school children arrived at the Victoria after a walk on Holkham beach. Having missed the coast hopper back to Wells we had to wait an hour for the next one so were in need of shelter and refreshments - despite the rest of England having balmy weather, Norfolk was in fact 12 degrees and we were cold and fed up. On arrival at reception I light heartedly explained our dilemma, politely asking if they could host us for an hour while we wait for the next bus. The response was a flat no - they could not serve food or drink to any non residents, and the ‘sitting room’ despite being completely empty was for guests only - we had to leave. Upon explaining that we’d be keen to buy some food and drink, we were cold, it was drizzling outside and we were stranded for an hour etc etc they stood their ground and insisted that despite the hotel common parts being completely empty, everywhere was for residents only and please could we leave. I’ve been hearing mixed reviews about this place for a while now, and my experience today has proven then all to be right; unfriendly and not a place I’d ever return to. In its hey day this place was great, no more. Hospitality is having a tricky time at the moment and this place is doing it no favours.

Lovely pub and good service but only go to this pub if you have lots of money and want to leave hungry. Total rip off!

Called here for lunch after visiting Holkham hall. Staff friendly, menu good, we both had the venison curry, it was excellent.

My family and I went to the Vicoria restaurant for dinner and it was a delight. The food was first class, the service was excellent, staff attentive, what more could you ask for. I can't wait to return and I would have no hesitation in...

We have just returned from a 3 Day stay at the Victoria in " Wilbrahams " beautiful Room good size with sitting room downstairs , also very peaceful. Food / staff / service was excellent , back to pre Covid standard . We shall certainly...

Birthday meal , had roast beef very dissapointed with roast potatoes hard. beef was very chewy and not very hot just not what was expected for the price and then 12.5 percent service charge on top total waste of money

Have been quite a few times over the years and enjoyed it. The building and location are superb and perfect for a meal after a walk on the beach. And they allow dogs at the table. We usually have the fish and chips. When we...

Good food but the ‘experience’ has gone. If feels like you are just being churned through & the staff have a group plan to finish early. No atmosphere. The relaxing, quirky Victoria has gone

A beautiful restaurant, plenty of space between tables, water bowls for dogs everywhere, dog treats at each table. So unquestionably dog friendly. But super food, it’s not cheap but it is good value. And great service so people are just as welcome and cared for...

After arrival and ordering drinks the waitress took our order. We all opted for Sunday lunch. Special treat for significant birthday. The orders arrived within minutes - worrying sign even by pub standards. Quick and efficient or kept warm for ages Unfortunately the latter. Meat...

Great staff attention. well presented food. Biggest dissapointment to me was the number of dogs allowed into the dining room. Cool evening, rooms on site, why not let the dogs stay outside? It spoils the atmosphere whilst dining to have dogs roaming around, eating from...

Had a fabulous evening, lovely attentive staff. Food was excellent, for a large party it was served very efficiently with well trained staff and everyone enjoyed their choice of dishes. The hotel was stylishly decorated and very clean and fresh. Looking forward to visiting again.

The Sunday roast seems to have reduced in portion size, but was otherwise tasty. The beef was chewier than usual. We asked for a dog friendly table, and two dog biscuits were waiting for us on the table as we sat down, nice touch. I...

Delicious food, the beetroot cheese cake was delicious and the chocolate cheese cake and bitter orange sorbet was divine.

Enjoyed the venison on the Norfolk restaurant menu. Staff efficient and polite but shame there is no atmosphere. Maybe a bit of background music would help ?

We enjoyed a delicious and relaxing family meal. Wonderful atmosphere, excellent range of options on the menu and attentive service - can’t wait to go back. We will have to stay the night next time though!

The Victoria Restaurant at Holkham Hall is in a beautiful part of the estate. The staff were very helpful and the tables elegantly created. We had the set menu at the cost of £20 per person, for two courses. Whilst the food, we had was...

Our food was beautifully prepared and served……sat close to the fire and it was a lovely evening for my husband and I.

Arrived at 12.15 lunchtime for our sitting at 12.30. The restaurant was clean & tidy, the food didn’t disappoint & was tasty & plentiful. Attentive staff & we would most definitely visit again. I would most recommend the pan fried salmon which had the perfect...

I stopped at the Vic with my mum today for a quick meal. A bit confusing initially as the sign outside said the dining room was full and the door sign said ring for assistance or enter using room key. A lovely chap let us...

First class customer care, the best belly pork I've ever had, & the mango creme brulee was incredible. Our first Sunday lunch & exceeded expectations. Plenty of parking. You absolutely must book to go here!

The building is like a large pub It is sizeable inside and rather dimly lit The service was welcoming and helpul The menu was interesting and the food was really good The restaurant allows dogs which was good for us

After a walk round Holkham beach with our dog we wandered here for some lunch with our baby. We sat in the conservatory which was lovely. My husband asked for an Old Fashioned cocktail to be tweaked slightly and was told ‘sorry that is how...

We have just got back from a week in this area. Unfortunately our visit for lunch to the Victoria was the low point. It looks a lovely hotel from the outside but sadly that’s where the positive ends. We ordered a child’s hot dog from...

We arrived at the front door hoping to have a light lunch but were greeted with 'what do you want?' Lunch please. 'We're a restaurant and only doing full restaurant lunches'. Then why advertise outside that snacks are available? Having been there before we expected...

This was our first trip to this part of Norfolk and we were lucky to enjoy perfect weather for our 3 days at a friend's cottage. Having visited trendy Burnham Market for coffee, we walked to the wonderful Holkham Beach and sat in the dunes...

We ate here mid week. The service was lacking at some points. A quicker and smoother welcome would have been nice, for us and other guests. The staff were very friendly. Starters were smoked trout, potato salad and a smoked salmon dish. Both were ok,...

Our go-to place for lunch when we are in Norfolk. We love a table in the Orangery with the views out over the marshes. There always seems to be a nice space for the dog, too. The quality of the roast beef and interesting range...

After years of visiting The Vic after a walk on the beach With our dog , eating some lovely food , I was saddened To see it no longer caters for the locals who have supported it for years and walked in even in the...

Sunday in March and it was a very good Sunday lunch. Beef was beautifully cooked. Staff efficient and friendly. Would highly recommend

We visited on a Monday with my sister, husband and dog, and had a lovely meal. The place was full of atmosphere with a varied menu and daily specials, I had the pork belly cassoulet which was very tasty and not at all fatty. Service...

This is our second recent visit, we were here last June when we stayed in one of the rooms. This time however, we stayed in Burnham Market for the week but visited the Victoria for dinner one evening. Once again the food and wine were...

The Victoria never fails us. The food is always good, staff professional, friendly and helpful and there is lots of space. One of us is deaf and the space and soft furnishings make it easy for us to hear each other. Have tried higher rated...

An ideal place to have a tasty lunch after a brisk and windy walk on Holkham Beach. Excellent service, but prices (like everywhere else) are creeping up.

After a walk on Holkham beach we always pop by the Victoria for food. This visit we took some family members and praised the Victoria based on previous dining experiences. We may need to re-think where we dine in the future in favour of the...

All of us had starters as dining in the evening. Mussels were great and a good portion. also Cod croquettes. Great wherry beer.

The food here was excellent and tremendous value with the Sunday roast beef particularly being a hearty meal. Excellent desserts, too. Service from pre dinner drink in the bar to the meal was unfussy and efficient although not particularly friendly or warm – there is...

Fantastic high quality and tasteful food. We visited for lunch after cycling around the nearby Holkham Hall. We opted to have the pumpkin risotto and chicken, ham and mushroom pie with truffle mashed potatoes. Both meals were absolutely fantastic - the truffle mashed potato is...

We have visited on several occasions for lunch and as always the food and service was great. The food is hot, plentiful and they offer plenty of choice. The staff are always friendly and you never feel rushed.

This was the last night of holiday and we wanted a special meal. The Victoria did not disappoint us. We were welcomed and shown to our table. We were pleased to see that water was already provided, something that you quite often have to ask...

to this rather excellent restaurant, after an extremely lacklustre visit to Wells. The booking system is innovative, being followed up by a confirmation text within minutes (you might wish to opt out of 'Open Table' though). Shown to our requested window seating upon arriving early,...

WOW.... is all I can say about my evening at The Victoria on Tuesday 31st August. From the moment we walked through the door until the end of the night everything was perfect. The staff were attentive and jolly without being over the top, the...

We have been regular Summer visitors at The Victoria for some years as residents, for lunch in the Courtyard or just for a pint in the bar. It’s always been a relaxed and enjoyable experience, until today. We arrived for a casual lunch to find...

We had two evening meals and lunch whist staying in The Victoria Inn. The menu is not extensive, but it does change every day. An amuse bouche was a pleasant surprise, and well done in a small glass. Food was well sourced and competently cooked....

In difficult circumstances we have tried to support businesses who have opened & tried to offer a dining experience. The menu was online so was fully aware of the food on offer which was average at best.The beef salad was very poor nice quality beef...