Based on 1.122 opinions finded in 5 websites
Based on 1.122 opinions finded in 5 websites
Nº 385 in 503 in North Norfolk
Nº 139 of 196 British in North Norfolk
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Best roast dinner I have ever had in a pub! Delicious food, friendly helpful staff, great atmosphere, great cosy decor and good value for money. Thank you!
Katie . 2024-12-02
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A great find. Lovely character filled pub with restaurant in a great countryside setting. Great beer and food. Worth a visit even if it's a little off the beaten track
Mike Reeve . 2024-11-29
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Excellent fireworks display and great atmosphere
Julie . 2024-11-08
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Absolutely fantastic evening. From the atmosphere, service to the most delicious food! Highly recommended, we'll certainly be back very soon. Thank you all at Walpole Arms.
Izabela K . 2024-10-22
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Had a lovely Sunday lunch here. The pub was really busy but our two waitresses were very efficient & attentive.
Richard Whitehead . 2024-10-20
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Superb staff, excellent food, great place.
Graham Bee . 2024-10-20
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What a real treat. Myself and my partner eat out most weekends, it's genuinely quite difficult to find a local pub with service and food this good. Real cosy pub atmosphere, lovely food and superb service. For the first time in a while we left feeling full and like we've had a evening worth going out for.
Lewis Bartle . 2024-10-19
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Sunday lunch was amazing, lovely country pub, friendly staff and dog friendly… good value ..
Tim D . 2024-10-17
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Lovely pub, great food. Off the beaten track, but certainly worth discovering. Proper pub food, beautifully presented. They even have their own gin distillery on site and have a good range of ales. You wont be disappointed.
Malcolm Robertson . 2024-10-15
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Found this place by accident and had the most incredible evening. Staff knew what we wanted before we did. Our waitor Tess was super friendly and charismatic. Other pub goers were friendly also. The pub itself is straight out of an old English novel. Beers on tap were divine (someone into their beer is doing an excellent job on their draught choices!!) We will be back soon xxx
Gabriella Ditton . 2024-10-05
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Well, if you are in the bar area then, yeah, the atmosphere is a lot better...still not great, mind you. The other restaurant part, though (to be fair, like many establishments in Norfolk!) is not good - especially if you are sat alone, like we were. All you can hear is the kitchen staff...and watch them marching up and down outside and inside taking the bins out, accessing the fridges / freezers, which are positioned bizarrely away from the kitchen. The food was mediocre. My venison stew was nice, but insanely hot, the dumplings dry and crusty and tepid in the middle - and tasteless. Basically, all the elements of the dish had been largely assembled from pre-cooked food - which is fine, if you actually do it right! The chicken caeser salad was weird and the burger mediocre. Not good value for the money. Wouldn't go back.
Alan Flett . 2024-10-02
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A beautiful country pub. Excellent ale, decent food and incredibly friendly staff. It's exactly how a pub should be.
Stephen . 2024-09-27
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Beautiful setting but that's about where it ends. Food was very slow to come out and staff seemed to be on the go slow. On the other hand, very relaxing place and one of the nicest looking pub gardens you could find!
Dominic Smith . 2024-09-19
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It was a sunny Sunday lunchtime, but even though we were just there for mid-walk drinks, we were warmly welcomed. The staff were all friendly and helpful – and the gentleman behind the bar was very knowledgeable about the Norfolk Rum on offer. His recommendation was very tasty indeed. There’s a good selection of drinks and the seating in the garden is perfect. The food looked fantastic – we’ll definitely be back to try it.
NorthantsNige . 2024-09-17
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Went here for Sunday lunch. Lovely pub/restaurant, lovely atmosphere. Sadly the meal did not do it justice. The choice was very limited, we had not been able to get the Sunday menu on line. The portions were small, but the prices were not. We left feeling very disappointed, with the choice and the value.lovely place food OK, but experience a disappointment.
sue p . 2024-09-17
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Been wanting to try the Walpole Arms for ages. Inside and out it looks great and reviews seemed positive so went for dinner. Unfortunately we were met by a number of staff who seemed to be struggling with the busy service, kept apologising and forgetting simple requests. The menu was pretty limited and the food, to be frank, less than generous and very average. Some items also were rediculously expensive e.g. a very small quantity of sliced breakfast sausage "nibble" with honey & mustard at £8 and ham, egg and chips at £18. It was one of those meals where you pay, don't make a fuss, grumble and vow not to come again. Sorry guys.
Piers B . 2024-09-16
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Great service and good food. Possibly the best port scratchings ever!
Nicholas Young . 2024-09-10
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Amazing country pub, beautiful building and gardens. Lovely attentive staff and overall brilliant time.
Ashlee-Kate Tuffrey . 2024-09-10
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Gorgeous country pub. Super friendly staff, delicious food and v cosy atmosphere. On a sunny day the garden would be a dream to enjoy some food and drink, and on a not so sunny day the cosy interior is fab.
Maureen Young . 2024-08-27
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What a lovely pub lunch. We were in the area on a very wet Saturday. We had a lovely light lunch with a glass of wine in beautiful wine glasses. The staff were very friendly and attentive Atmosphere was perfect. Definitely will visit again.
Quest812045 . 2024-08-24
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Happy to see the Walpole Arms back in business. Some time ago, we read that the venue was closed due to understaffing. It’s a shame no news was posted about its re-opening. We hope to visit soon!
Jean Hurst . 2024-08-22
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Lovely old pub, first time I have visited since before covid. Thought I’d try it for a Sunday lunch. However, disappointed that they could not offer me a gluten free beer, had to opt for a cider. Checked menu out for gluten free options, waitress said she would have to check with the kitchen to see whether they had gf flour for batter for fish. I actually opted for a burger(always a safe bet) waitress came back to advise that they did not have any gf buns. However I must say the burger was very good. Decided to have a dessert, sticky toffee pudding was annotated with GF and confirmed by waitress that it was, so I ordered that, 5 mins later she came back to inform me that it was a typo and was not gf at all. Warning to coeliac’s, check menu and don’t assume that because it says GF on the menu, that is actually is. Still Walpole is a smashing old world pub and very popular but it needs to give a bit more thought when it comes to catering for those who have to follow a gluten free diet.
David R . 2024-08-18
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Good food. Large portions of food, but Quite expensive.
Chris Stoneham . 2024-08-17
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Two sandwiches, and two kids meals which are massively over the top for kids! Practically an adult meal and kids hardly ate them due being far too strong in flavour which after trying they were. Sixty quid later for 3 drinks and four main meals, probably look elsewhere next time due to being very expensive for what you get.
T88DPG . 2024-08-12
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Stumbled on this little gem today after a walk at Blickling. Was beautiful rustic building and immaculate gardens which had a summerhouse and a fantastic pergola with grapevines overhead , lots of lovely tables outside which catered for dogs as well with shady spots, water bowls and lead clips on the tables. Food was homemade, delicious and good value. Will be coming back!
Cressie M . 2024-08-09
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What a great place, amazing food, family friendly and fab atmosphere. We were served by Henry who is an absolute credit to the place! Definitely recommend.
Helen Morten . 2024-08-09
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A fantastic location, very well presented building, lovely decor inside and a clean outside seating area. The coffee and alcoholic drinks that we had were good. The only downside, I found the menu limited and when our food arrived it was nothing special. But the price wasn't extortionate so I suppose we got what we paid for. Glad I went, would I go again? Maybe!
Andy P Jones . 2024-08-05
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Our first visit tonight and won't be the last. Lovely place, we sat in the beer garden and enjoyed the weather ☀️. The halloumi burgers were so tasty and the peanut brittle brownies were so good too. My son had a kids meal and it was huge, great value for money. Excellent service and great food and atmosphere.
Amy B . 2024-07-31
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Excellent food. I had cod with potatoes, cockle butter and Samphire. My wife had an excellent steak. The kids food was excellent quality. A lovely, well tended and very neat country pub. A little remote but worth the effort. Thanks. Will be back.
Robert Sheldon . 2024-07-27
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Lovely setting to enjoy exemplary food.
Andrew Gilbert . 2024-07-27
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Not really wanting to share incase it gets any busier. Great atmosphere, super staff. Excellent food and ales selection.
Darron H . 2024-07-22
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Beautiful pub and gardens. My meal was very good, my friend had a problem with her meal but it was sorted out quickly and satisfactorily
Claire Riches . 2024-07-18
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Had the pleasure of being ripped off , nice to visit your local for a pint .Yes you had a beer festival we only wanted a drink at the bar that had run out of all your usual, plus you closed the toilets and everyone had to use disgusting filthy porta loos rubbish service greedy new landlord
bob and tony . 2024-07-07
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We've been to The Walpole Arms once before after a walk around Blickling and had a great time and the best chicken salad sandwich i've ever had in my entire life. I saw some posters for the beer and gin festival and knew we had to come back. Great day in the sun trying lots of new beers and gin! Very chill atmosphere with super friendly and helpful staff all around. The food was AMAZING, the prices were very affordable/ reasonable as well for the festival ticket! The beer mugs included are so cute, I will definitely be going again in future years. I loved it! If you're thinking about trying somewhere new, this is definitely the place to try.
Cait Evans . 2024-06-30
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First time under the new regime. Had meant to come before. Weather not great for a beer and music Fest today but at least wasnt raining. ! We had a roast inside in the end. Chef got us in. Fantastic quality have to say. With a great choice of veg. Can't wait to return. Hope there's not too many cask beers left. With the Fri and Sat weather most people probably had the keg offerings. Deya for £5 a pint especially. Didn't stay for the band -bad planning but they sounded good warming up. Next year. A slight smell wafting perhaps a drain issue. Won't end on a low though. Brilliant. See you soon!
David Honor . 2024-06-30
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A superbly cooked meal with best Haddock and chips/ peas / tartare sauce. Consistently good cooking and Garlic King Prawns complimented superbly.
charles wilkinson . 2024-06-27
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Food was excellent, as was the service 👌
Mark Elmes . 2024-06-23
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Absolutely beautiful food, attention to detail was spot on, staff were wonderful as was the service, we are staying in the village for a week and we will most definitely be back here for food and drinks in the wonderful beer garden.
Cath W . 2024-06-23
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For what we learned was a relatively new pub, The Walpole Arms feels like a community fixture for the picturesque village of Itteringham. Our meals, a chicken shawarma and an oxshin stew, were delectable and enhanced by the good company of our hosts, Peter and Lis, of the Itteringham Mill B&B a stone's throw away. They have a great couple of holiday cottages, one suitable for a couple like us, the other for four, in dreamlike repose by the river over which sits the Mill, and in whose every verdant and carpented detail their hard work is evident. We would visit again and again so long as the Mill, and The Walpole Arms, remain in such good hands.
Drew C . 2024-06-09
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Pours a great pint, perfect for stopping off during the rebellion way. Lovely beer garden
Jon Adams . 2024-06-08
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We had a lovely dinner here. The food was top-notch and the staff are really friendly
Nick Silvester . 2024-06-05
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We made our first visit to The Walpole Arms following the recommendation of friends. It was a lovely sunny day and lots of people were seated outside. We had a quiet inside table and appreciated the cool atmosphere. Once our drinks has been brought, we ordered roasts and they arrived promptly. However, there was quite a gap between the arrival of our plates of meat and the supporting vegetables. By the time we got to eat, the meat had cooled. The food was well cooked and there were plenty of vegetables and lots of gravy to enjoy. After our plates had been cleared, we ordered desserts but, this time, the wait was considerable and then they were delivered in drabs and drabs. Again the food as excellent. Overall the ambience was great; the food was excellent but the service was poor. Meanwhile, everyone was very friendly which pushed the overall score up from 'average' to 'good'! On getting home, I discovered that a 10% service charge had been added to our bill. We were not told about this at the time and - if I'd known - I would not have added a substantial tip!
480grahamt . 2024-06-02
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Great New Years Eve. Convivial lunch time drinks and nibbles in the comfy sofas by the log burner, and then returned for a jovial evening with good friends, quizzes and midnight fireworks with decent ales and wines for all were a great end to 2023.And just as nice in May.
Colin Harris . 2024-05-28
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Visited for a family birthday. Cute village pub in a lovely location. A nice mix of local produce on the menu which was really well cooked + presented (loved the veg). Our daughter's burger was a mini version of the main - Not the usual nasty nuggets/frozen rubbish. Friendly and thoughtful staff 👍
Darryl Stearn . 2024-05-26
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Second visit, best pub in Norfolk for food service and atmosphere. Thank you.
Kim C . 2024-05-26
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Drinks and crisps we just missed lunch so have to go back ad a friend highly recommends it
Paul M . 2024-05-21
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Visited for an amazing Sunday Roast in the pub’s gorgeous Beer Garden. Service was friendly and welcoming, and their beer selection was top notch!
Henry Durand . 2024-05-20
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What a find! Just happened to be driving past. Food was superb! Best we ate on our whole Norfolk trip. Lovely service and so clean and atmospheric. Not too expensive either.
Philip Carter . 2024-05-20
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Lovely country pub with restaurant standard food
Rich Barr . 2024-05-13
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The Sunday roast was epic - roast pork and beef stew - yum. With the MOST amazing yorkshires, loads of veg and gravy and great beer/drinks. BUT it’s the staff that make this place incredible. From the waitress who lent me her phone because I couldn’t get a signal, to the amazing front of house who told me not to worry about getting stranded (no taxis run out here on a Sunday pretty much) to the gorgeous Henry who gave us a lift back to our Airbnb. Thank you SO much for being so kind and so lovely. We will be telling everyone about how you went the extra mile and how important it is - you can have great food and the cosiest pubs but the people are always the ones who make it extra special. X
Sarah T . 2024-05-05
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We called in on the off-chance today after a long walk at Blickling Estate. We were given a warm, friendly welcome and enjoyed a tasty lunch sitting in the well kept gardens. It was just quintessentially British pub hospitality done brilliantly. The food was just a bit different to usual pub fare, well prepared and presented.
Melanie Pluck . 2024-05-01
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Enjoyed a lovely meal here on a quiet Monday evening. Friendly and efficient service, food was beautifully cooked and generous portions. Will definitely be back to enjoy the beautiful beer garden!
Elizabeth Stevens . 2024-04-29
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I've only just discovered this pub down the road from me and it's my new must go to place! The food is fantastic, the staff are warm and accommodating and the decor is just how an English pub should be! Love it!
Lucy Wright . 2024-04-09
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Dog friendly, yummy food. Try the Pinot Noir gin! Loads of parking and outside tables.
Bryony Hampton . 2024-04-07
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Wow! What a meal! We were visiting Blickling on Sunday and decided to visit the Walpole for lunch after, and were hugely impressed. As it was a Sunday they had the roasts on the menu which were exceptional. An amazing selection of veg accompanied very tasty roast beef. The massive Yorkshire pudding finished it off nicely. There was even a mini pot of their ox shin stew alongside it. To start I had garlic king prawns on sourdough which was divine, and my husband had the skate rib off the specials menu - again, he rated this 10/10. We ate in the bar area and our dog was made very welcome and even given a biscuit. Highly recommend, 11/10!
sarahmN8497KR . 2024-04-01
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Cannot praise here enough. Food was incredible, staff were lovely. Went easter Sunday. Busy but not flustered,it was lovely and everyone too full for dessert !
suep735 . 2024-03-31
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What a joy of a place. Seasonal foraged ingredients coupled with great service wine and a lovely relaxing space. So very happy to have had a lovely meal here with my mum. We absolutely loved it. Thanks
Carney James Turner . 2024-03-28
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Super food, really friendly service and a lively but calm atmosphere. Would come again and again. Thank you.
James Rothwell . 2024-03-24
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We’ve been coming here for years and after a post Covid dip (different management) it’s back to how it used to be when Rebecca ran the place. Well done Tess, Izzy, Tom and chefs and thanks for a warm welcome from both of us and our 2 Borders. Great food. We can’t wait to come back.
Malcolm B . 2024-03-23
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Visited for Mothers Day and the food was excellent, most of us opted for Sunday Roast which really tasty, veg was cooked to perfection as was the meat. Already recommended to some friends and will be coming back.
Ian . 2024-03-21
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Brilliant traditional gastro pub. Excellent food and drinks. Outside under cover, or v cosy inside. Loved it, very friendly. Easy walk to Blickling Now lovely dining inside,ordered too much as usual, but delicious. Great beer as well,dog friendly
Andrew Illing . 2024-03-10
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We visited last night as a party of six and had a great time. Most of the party orders fish and chips which was great! Very large and great batter. I had the steak which was cooked to perfection and my husband had a couple of starters. Service was great with lots of knowledge and they couldn’t do enough for us. If we were local we would be back!
U8292TDcharlottec . 2024-03-03
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What a fantastic find! This is the best Sunday roast we have eaten out! Such a wonderful welcome and lovely atmosphere with the warming fire! The children were made to feel really happy with great interaction from the manager! Children’s roasts were no problem for the pub to organise and they even provided sweetcorn to keep the youngest member of the party happy. We had lamb, beef and chicken roasts and everyone was really pleased with the meat and giant Yorkshire pudding. There was a delicious selection of vegetables and having your own individual jug of gravy was great. Plenty of choice for dessert and equally delicious. All brilliant value and top quality produce. Cannot recommend this place and the staff more highly.
Kirstie C . 2024-02-18
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Had a lovely three course meal this Valentine’s evening. The food was amazing, great menu, we could have had anything off it and would not have been disappointed. The service was really friendly and there was a lovely log burner going in the bar area. The atmosphere in the pub was really nice too. We will definitely be back.
Traveler22748458191 . 2024-02-14
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This place is truly a hidden gem, everything about it is just perfect. This pub is so remote and isolated that it gets no passing trade, the only way for it to thrive to make sure that the food/service/beer is top notch and they achieve this with flying colors. The menu is adventurous without being pretentious and the food is simply outstanding. Every dish my wife and I had was fantastic, even the beef stew absolutely sang with flavor. The kitchen crew certainly know their trade and clearly aim for excellence with everything they prepare. The chips were the crispiest that I have ever had in a pub and were a great contrast to the tender and juicy stew. The cask ales were kept very well too. The serving staff were very friendly but always professional. They are recommended in the AA food guide, but are certainly worthy of a rosette.
Stumpy S . 2024-02-14
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Used this pub twice whilst staying in the Local area Friday night just for drinks, Sunday back for Sunday Lunch 1 beef and 1 Lamb very good food and Service
Mark Boddy . 2024-02-12
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It’s a very nice restaurant with lovely oak beams and nice atmosphere . The service was good and friendly. We were not impressed with the menu. For example no fish on the menu of starters. Mains were not inspiring and we settled for burgers and fish and chips, which l have to say were excellent. But could have had at any of the restaurants in North Norfolk area. The deserts were not good, l had to use a knife to cut the very dry crust on my tart. They really need to revamp the menu. Would probably go again as we really like the pub and hopefully the menu will improve.
richard g . 2024-02-09
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Lovely, welcoming pub, with log fire and attentive staff. The food was delicious. We both chose the chicken and risotto. Brilliant combination of flavours. Highly recommend.
Tommyboggs . 2024-02-05
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We felt immediately welcome and at home as we entered this lovely gastro pub. Vegan options were on the menu and a couple of extra choices were offered. The food was imaginative and beautifully presented - tasting as good as it looked. The chef had a chat and was so enthusiastic about his food that you could see it was genuine. The atmosphere was just right, buzzy and cosy as if everyone knew each other. So happy to find that the Walpole Arms is back on its feet again - the restaurant was full on a Saturday afternoon - a delight!
Abra665 . 2024-01-27
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The Walpole Arms is very welcoming, and we enjoyed having a drink on the cosy sofas by the fireplace. We visited on a Sunday and had one of the best roast dinners we have ever had. The attention to detail on the food, flavours and accompaniement shined through. The beef roast was tender and flavoursome, accompanied by braised ox tail, with a selection of delicious vegetables (cheesy leeks, perfectly roasted potatoes, root veg purée and greens) and Yorkshire pudding. Desserts were equally delicious, highly recommend the sticky toffee pudding with the eccles cake ice cream or the chocolate délice. Atmosphere is friendly, pub is cosy in one of the most beautiful spots around Blickling. We are planning our next visit to taste the weekly menu! Highly recommended.
SteveCeline . 2024-01-21
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Best meal we’ve had out in ages. Really great food throughout. I ate off the Veganuary menu: a chowder which was delicious and unusual, followed by a chocolate and coconut delice that was absolutely exceptional. A lot of time, effort and skill had gone into that pudding and I finished it even though I was so full! My husband had fish and chips that was classically simple but so fresh with fantastic batter. Than a sublime treacle tart. They were short-staffed so we waited longer than I would expect, but service was friendly and apologetic for the wait. Prices extremely good value for the quality. Will definitely return
CST1966 . 2024-01-20
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A wonderful location will kept beer. Good food from kind and attentive staff. Snug and warm by the fire on a cold day. Perfect
Bob Payne . 2024-01-09
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We were warmly welcomed into the pub with our two dogs. Lovely lunch time atmosphere, good food, great service at the table, including drinks from the bar. We will be back
Rachel G . 2024-01-05
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WE took advantage of a spare table for six and a dog on New Year's Eve having whilst staying in the Itteringham Manor House over New Year. Staff were awesome, food was great (two veggies had a bit of an issue with over spicy parsnips - which was taken off the bill). Beer and wine superb and a thoroughly enjoyable night was highlighted by an incredible fireworks display! Many thanks to everyone. We'll be back!
hotspur2015 . 2024-01-03
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Delightful evening -- great food, excellent service, and warm welcome. We greatly enjoyed our dinner and look forward to a return visit soon. The restaurant hits a perfect balance of gastropub with excellent food and a warm neighborhood spot -- and very dog friendly. Sam Rush, Head Chef, focuses on locally sourced foods and produces superb dishes. We particularly enjoyed the spicy lamb on flatbread as a shared starter, and Admiral Pie and beef stew as mains -- with outstanding chips and winter vegetables on the side. And their own brewed lager and bitter were outstanding!
Richard S . 2024-01-01
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Another excellent meal at the Walpole Arms this evening. The food was beautifully presented and was full of flavour. The staff were attentive although the venue was very busy. We dined at a Corrigans in London which has 2 Michelin stars, about 2 months ago and i would say that the food this evening was on par with Corrigans! Dog friendly too.
Kerry Ricketts-Cole . 2023-12-30
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Fantastic christmas work meal. Great food and lovely cosy atmosphere. Thank you!!
Sophia Jackman . 2023-12-20
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We went for our office lunch (just 4 of us) and we had the best food we have had anywhere in ages - absolutely delicious; I had the haddock, some had the stew and some the pork - thank you to the chef -
Serena Jamieson . 2023-12-16
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We visited the Walpole arms on Friday 8th December. What a fantastic country pub. Superb food, fantastic service and a wonderful atmosphere. We'll definitely be back. And they're dog friendly. Can't go wrong.
Jim Gates . 2023-12-09
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My friend booked us in here for dinner, he said he had been before and that the food was good, well it didn't disappoint. The food was delicious, I had a mushroom soup that was just out of this world (as a starter), the main fish dish was superb too. The gluten free desert option was tasty too (although they could possibly do more there). The staff were very friendly, the place has a warm and welcoming atmosphere, however at times dishes were presented to the wrong person and somewhat unceremoniously plopped on the table - but truly we didn't mind given everything else was utterly fantastic - still a solid 5 stars.
Graham Boreham . 2023-12-05
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Greatly appreciated warmest of welcomes from the manager. He's so convivial, all the staff are. We had lunch from a well thought out menu. Our party of six chose most things from the menu, including starters,.ain't, and dessert. All was delicious. Compliments to the chef and his small team. This place is a bit of a hidden gem. Very dog friendly too. Our cocker Louie had plenty of tickles. Lovely place which we'll definitely return to!!
William Lee . 2023-12-03
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Our first visit under new management and very pleasantly surprised. The service was friendly yet discreet, and the staff seemed to exude a sense of pride in, and loyalty to, the enterprise. Our main courses ( fish - very fresh - and chips, salmon and pork cheek ) were all excellent. As was the coffee.
paulmA2565DX . 2023-11-29
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Since the Walpole reopened with new owners we've been a few times. It has a very friendly vibe and has always been a great country pub. It is still early days so things have not yet settled down. Our meal was mixed. The cauliflower tempura, although not coming in what I would expect for tempura batter, was excellent. The hint of sweet chilli and the pickled red cabbage contrasted really well with the cauliflower. The key elements of our main courses (skate and ox liver) were excellently cooked but then it seems as though concentration had failed. My skate came swimming in a rather brown glutinous sauce (supposedly pommes mouselline although it tasted vaguely cheesy) with Brancaster mussels - one of which had not opened and should not have been served. The rainbow chard (or "charred" as on the menu) was absent. My wife's ox liver was supposed to be served with Chardonnay polenta. We could not detect a difference between the sauce on her plate and that on mine. It all tasted OK but was let down by disparity between description on the menu and what was actually on the plate. I'm afraid that is a pet hate of mine. Another visit this time for Sunday lunch (November) Smoked trout tart starter was very good. Roasts were very good with regard to quality of the meat and cooking. However the meal could have done with a larger selection of vegetables. The chocolate delice seemed to have come recently from the fridge and was so dense as to be difficult to get a spoon into, and once in the mouth stuck to the tongue and the roof of the mouth making it rather difficult to eat. One member of our party had the £12 cheeseboard which came with just one piece of cheese and a few artisan biscuits. This was such poor value that we took it back and swapped it for another pudding.
Peter D . 2023-11-27
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Brilliant, cozy and friendly country pub with excellent service, a very good range of drinks for all tastes and a superb Sunday lunch. One of the best roasts we've had in Norfolk. Excited to go back and try the rest of the menu soon.
Elliot Pinkham . 2023-11-13
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Outstanding value for money with a 3 course menu for £29 or 2 courses for £23. (November 2023). We had some high quality dishes, especially the harissa lamb starter and the north sea cod main dish (which had a nice Indian twist). Service was a bit “hit and miss” and some of the tables are poorly placed. (We asked to change tables), but overall this was an excellent experience.
My Cameras . 2023-11-13
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Excellent Sunday lunch. Four real ales, including their home brewed session bitter. My new favourite pub for Sunday lunch.
Paul Thompson . 2023-11-05
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Superb Sunday lunch. The home brewed session bitter is very good. Highly recommended. Great service too.
pgtomsun . 2023-11-05
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Great service, very dog friendly, excellent food.
Gary Bickle . 2023-10-28
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Everything and a bit more of what you're looking for in a country pub. Thank you, guys!
Віолетта . 2023-10-27
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Very pretty country pub. Food was superb, with my rare steak cooked perfectly. Staff were very friendly and made a fuss of our dog which is always a plus for us. We will be back!
Michelle Bickle . 2023-10-27
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Since the Walpole reopened with new owners we've been a few times. It has a very friendly vibe and has always been a great country pub. It is still early days so things have not yet settled down. Our meal was mixed. The cauliflower tempura, although not coming in what I would expect for tempura batter, was excellent. The hint of sweet chilli and the pickled red cabbage contrasted really well with the cauliflower. The key elements of our main courses (skate and ox liver) were excellently cooked but then it seems as though concentration had failed. My skate came swimming in a rather brown glutinous sauce (supposedly pommes mouselline although it tasted vaguely cheesy) with Brancaster mussels - one of which had not opened and should not have been served. The rainbow chard (or "charred" as on the menu) was absent. My wife's ox liver was supposed to be served with Chardonnay polenta. We could not detect a difference between the sauce on her plate and that on mine. It all tasted OK but was let down by disparity between description on the menu and what was actually on the plate. I'm afraid that is a pet hate of mine.
Peter D . 2023-10-26
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Lovely well cooked and presented Sunday lunch, promptly served in the wonderful dining area. Only minor issues being that some staff i would suggest were limited with their training, lacking in knowledge on some simple questions asked, and the deserts which were not cheap were very small . But overall an enjoyable experience and we will return.
David Shirley . 2023-10-23
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We went for Sunday lunch on my biryhday Well , absolutely great , We used to visit The Walpole Arms , probably 15 years ago ,things have changed , new owners etc , however the quality and ambience are the same , beautiful 17th century property, remarkable unchanged in 20 years , and doesn't need to be. Low ceilings, wooden beams , lovely woodburners blazing , comforting snell of oak fires . The staff are welcoming and friendly, attentive, and polite. The bar selection was good and also very importantly local. The food was very good , well cooked and well presented, excellent roast rump of beef , portions correct size and very well priced for the quality , the wine list was also good , probably under priced actually. All in All a really pleasant and wonderful day at The Walpole Arms
Norfolk8487 . 2023-10-15
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Didn't eat this time but the food going out looked good. Very friendly staff. We will be back
Vivienne Bloomfield . 2023-10-14
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Charming country pub with an amazing chef. The food was excellent, really delicious. There was a warm welcome from staff and we enjoyed a very comfortable evening there. I would highly recommend.
6ruthc . 2023-10-14
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Awesome food, great service and lovely friendly atmosphere. A little gem
Nick Holmes . 2023-10-13
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Excellent Sunday roast. Beef sirlon super tender and full of flavour. Roast potatoes crispy. Vegetables also perfectly cooked and presented.
Daniel Mathews . 2023-10-08
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Food was outstanding service quick a d with a smile.
Roger Cole . 2023-10-06
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So nice to have The Walpole Arms back as a proper local pub as we’ve lived in the area for over 20 years. Just visited for Sunday lunch. Overall very good. A couple of things could be improved. Would have liked to be asked how...
Moira M . 2023-10-01
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This place is incredible. We'd been in earlier in the week for drinks and booked for ourl ast night in the area for the evening meals. The place caters for all age groups and is very friendly not only to its customers but the customers...
susan w . 2023-09-23
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