White Lion in Norwich

We really enjoyed Sunday roast, including vegetarian option. Plenty of fresh vegetables and homemade Yorkshire pudding, delicious. Good value for money. Spoilt with variety of beers and ciders available. Will definitely go again.

Last minute decisions are sometimes the best ones 😊 Outstanding Sunday roasts at the White Lion. Washed down with a very well kept beer🍺 (for me) and a cheeky red wine 🍷 (for Mrs B). Highly recommended, and book if you plan on going as it is understandably popular and busy 🍽

A great selection of beers and a warm welcome.

One of the best real pubs you'll find in Norwich!

The White Lion is a very friendly pub with a good atmosphere and great choice of beer. I’m told the Sunday is excellent too.

Excellent busy popular pub six real ales. Friendly Excellent bar staff. Highly Recommended

Never tried the food but beers are excellent, a little pricy but great atmosphere

Proper pub! Extensive alcohol-free beer list!

Great time with a few friends, great atmosphere, excellent beers,good service,well worth a look.Sunday roasts! Now CAMRA POTY for Norwich & District, for the second time.

Really enjoyed my early Sunday afternoon here - exceptional beer selection for a small, fairly quiet back street pub of cask and keg of various styles and ABVs, quite the Cider selection served from boxes, very friendly knowledgeable staff, and the Sunday roast (Gammon in cider and maple with all the trimmings - I had with Salopian’s hazy Sabotage) was absolutely superb, and good value at £15.95 for the roast I thought. Very few spaces available for walk ups on Sunday which speaks volumes. Many CamRA awards on its walls as well, and quite right too.

Always a favourite, old building with good vibe. Good beers Regularly cider pub of the year

Living In Essex coming to Norwich on an ale trail is a treat. I came here for the third time last week . I had been here previously on the City of Ale trails, this time it was on our own bespoke trail. As well as really enjoying Mr. Winters' Vanilla Latte I was delighted with the friendly and informed bar service. This pointed us in the direction of which pub to visit next.

It's a really nice place for drinks at a friendly pub

A very nice old school pub With great selection of real ales and ciders. Food is good too but not a huge selection

Great beer kept well, good choice of cider, and a cracking roast.

Top notch food and a fantastic vibe. One of.. if not the best pub in norwich

Proper Real Ale pub... lovely spicy Caribbean style food ...

A great selection of alcohol free drinks, this makes me very happy, the food is amazing and the staff are friendly and accommodating. I love any excuse to go to the white lion.

Best gravy in Norwich 9.6/20 well worth visit

Amazing selection of beers and ciders.

First visit to this pub, driven past many times but was always in the car so drinking was out the question. Yesterday however I walked in to be met by the Landlord and what a great reception, very welcoming and it was quickly established he is very knowledgeable on his beers. Stayed for a couple of pints and very much enjoyed it there. Will 100% be going back. It would be very hard to find fault with this pub as everything was spot on its like a country pub in the city. I understand they are also multiple awards been given to the pub each year. Absolutely worth a visit.

Couldn't of given this place a better grading tbh, as soon as you walk in its so cozy and welcoming it feels like home and that's what a proper pub is all about, brilliant selection of ales and beers, also had some of the best food I've had in a long-time, the Pork belly roast was supreme, all the staff were very friendly and helpful at all points of being there, will definitely be going again and spreading the word!!!

Fab food, beer and staff. Homely pub. Kid and dog friendly... What's not to love. Will always come back

The selection of real ciders is exceptional!

Great food, beer and service and is our go-to place for Sunday Roast in Norwich. They serve Schlenkerla beer too 🍻

Stunning roast dinner with a wide selection of meats, one of the best treacle tarts and a fabulous range of beers and ciders. We’ll be back!

The White Lion is a really nice traditional pub. There is a good range of excellent hand pulled cask conditioned real ales. There is a really nice front bar and a cozy room behind it. There's also another room with a very popular bar billiard table. I was told there are two leagues in Norwich and there are about a dozen pubs with the tables. The staff are friendly and it is a very welcoming pub.

Fantastic pub. Lovely landlord and a nice selection of cider. You can never have too much dry local cider mind

Small friendly pub, with good selection of local ales. Didn't respond to my email requesting a Sunday lunchtime table but squeezed us in although had to sit outside. Didn't return as we found many better pubs in Norwich over the Water.

Voted Pub of the Year (2023), a village pub in the city, definitely worth a visit

Superb Sunday roast,I think it is probably one of the best pub roasts I've ever had. Backed up by a great selection of real ales and ciders. Very highly recommend, and we will definitely be back.

Such a nice and cosy pub. Great food offering that is constantly changing and the most amazing selection of interesting drink

Brilliant staff, nice venue, decent beer

Great pub with three rooms, good selection of well kept ales and ciders.

Really good pub, excellent beer, great range, and bar snacks too! 👍

I just popped in for a swift drink as I was parched, I haven't been here for many years but it was a welcoming atmosphere and peaceful. It had WiFi although I didn't use it neither did I use the loos so can't comment on these. The only food I had was a packet of crisps so again cannot comment. If I was nearby and needed a drink then I would use it again.

Nice quiet city pub with quality selection of ales and cider. Nice to play a few boardgames and sup.

Excellent pub with a range of good traditional beers and a friendly landlord

Sunday lunch was delicious. Friendly & helpful staff. Everything you want!

Lovely country pub in the heart of the city. Recently named CAMRA Norwich pub of the year for 2023. Excellent selection of beers and cider, terrific service and first rate Sunday lunch.

Best pub in Norwich. Food, beer, service and atmosphere are second to non.

Popped in for a quick beer. Was alright

Great pub in the heart of Norwich. Fantastic selection of ales and more and great atmosphere. Staff are wonderful and friendly. Most certainly worth a visit. Nice little are out side for smokers/vapers and a great bar billards table to pass the time. All in all amazing pub.

Useful open all hours supermarket in an area lacking in alternatives. Freshly baked bread available throughout the day.

Amazing pub! Has to the one of the friendliest welcomes of any I've been in. The Sunday roasts are also incredible, hidden gem in Norwich.

I love the white lion and come here fairly regularly. The staff are incredibly friendly and welcoming, always feels like there's a chilled out and warm atmosphere. They've got a decent selection of mostly local ales and the best range of real ciders anywhere in Norwich. I really rate the food too - it is hearty homemade and tasty pub grub. The homemade veggie burger is excellent, and the nachos are amazing (huge portion). Sunday roasts are also great, the homemade nut roast is incredible (I hear the meats are good too). All in all, this is an absolute gem of a pub. Definitely in the top 5 greatest pubs in Norwich (in no order probably would be: Artichoke, Kings Head, White Lion, Fat Cat, +another).

Busy local pub, friendly bar staff

Good beers and happy friendly staff. 👍

Incredible Sunday roast. The best in Norwich in terms of value for money

Really wonderful staff, lovely atmosphere. Tried to learn the pool game thing... Still trying to learn

What a sweet pub. Make sure to prebook as this place is booked up quickly. The food was incredible and the vibe is so welcoming.

Village pub feel, great cider and ales, friendly service.

Great little pub with a good selection of real ales and a basic burger menu. Good atmosphere and a warm welcome.

Top food.. top cider .. Great landlord and staff Best pub in Norwich

Great friendly place with really good food - kind of range from Beef stroganoff to spicy curries, all very nice. Plenty of seats although very busy on a Friday and Saturday, you can reserve a table. Plenty of beer chooses with knowledgeable staff. Nothing not to like.

Great Sunday lunch, with Pale Rider

Great food, dog friendly pub. Excellent service.

Great sunday roast. Very friendly staff. Nice atmosphere

Such a great pub . Very welcoming atmosphere.

Went here yesterday for Roast Lunch the meal was outstanding! Really delicious perfect roast potatoes along with everything else. I read the reviews and this did not disappoint. The best in Norwich without a doubt!

Fantastic first visit for a Sunday Roast, greeted with a welcoming atmosphere. Pub was full of regulars, families and the young discerning crowd. Lovely selection of real cask ales on offer. Exceptionally efficient and friendly service on top of that. Will be back in the near future for a bit of bar billiards. An underrated spot in what is often a forgotten but characterful part of the city.

Great service and food. The selection of ciders are amazing

Top notch on evert aspect; beer range and quality, friendliness, fantastic and good value menu, atmosphere...even the music . One of the best in Norwich.

Fantastic friendly village type pub in the heart of the City. Food was excellent. The team are very friendly.

Very busy on a Friday night and nice atmosphere.

A lovely warm welcome, friendly staff, and an amazing Sunday roast! Thoroughly enjoyed the food and also very fair pricing. Will definitely be returning!

Exceptional food. Spotted The White Lion on a top 12 places to have roast in Norwich and we were not disappointed. The tastiest slow cooked pork belly I've ever eaten. Delicious veg and gravy to boot. Highly recommended. So unsuspecting, it's made our Sunday. Great beer selection too.

Thanks to Emma! Awesome service. Friendly and welcoming. Locals make all the difference by making you feel part of the family!! Thanks to Emma, Jess and Oscar!

Brilliant cider and beer friendly knowledgeable staff and amazing food. Bonus being dog friendly. Never changes

Excellent selection of beer and cider. Friendly staff.

Such nice proper comfort tasty food definitely will be back for the banging roast that was served

Still a classic. Roaring out of this side of lockdown with some hot 🔥

Been coming here for years for the excellent beer (and cider if you are inclined) but I wanted to post this because I just had THE BEST roast chicken of any venue ever. Like DAMMMMNNNN. Not sure what they do but it so succulent and perfectly seasoned. Absolutely peerless. Get yourself in the White Lion for a perfect Sunday lunch.

The best Nachos I've ever had...a true taste explosion with every bite and a significant volume of them too! Would defo eat here again.

The burger I had was great. The patty was moist and flavourful and Oscar is the best host/bartender. So pleasant and welcoming. The chips that accompanied the burger was slightly underwhelming but otherwise, no complaints. Would come again.

The best Roast in Norwich, hands down. Also, some of the friendliest staff you can ever ask for!

Lovely little pub. Puppy friendly x

Always super friendly and warm. The food is amazing! Great pub.

Exceptional pub. Good ale and real cider selection and the best bar billiards room in Norwich. Just far out enough of the city centre to stop the crowds but well worth the few extra minutes walk if you like good ale

Bar maid was wonderful (maybe Natasha) food was good and drinks were cheap 🤙🏻

Good customer service, welcoming bar attender. A good place to hang out with friends

A decent, friendly City pub. Made to feel welcome and average prices. All in all a good night was had by all!

Great staff , good food and smiles all round

Nice Pub and my family like visiting it

Lovely place for a pint or two, lovely warm welcome from the bar staff, a fantastic selection of ciders and some lovely ales to enjoy 🍺 my new fav.

Cute little place and really good prices, must return and try the food.

Staff need to be trained on how to be friendly to new customers. Distinctly unfriendly.

Really friendly pub with knowledgeable staff and a range of well kept ales. Well worth a visit.

After being told by many how good the beer and food was, we finally made it for a Sunday roast with friends and their kids. From the very first moment walking through the door, we were given such a warm welcome from the staff, as this continued throughout, including interaction with the children and allowing them to have fun whilst in the pub rather than being restricted. Food was absolutely delicious, both roast and dessert, and amazing value for money. Great selection of cask ales, including lots of local breweries. Will definitely be back. Thank you so much for a lovely afternoon.

Great pub, cheerful and friendly staff. A great selection of real ales and local brewed ciders.

Best pub in Norwich well worth a visit!

Great atmosphere. Great staff. Really friendly. Great food 👏

Great Sunday roast, beer selection and service. Keep up the good work.

Can't fault it judging by recent visit. Good ale, friendly staff and relaxed atmosphere.

A gem of a pub with an excellent selection of ales.. Friendly bar staff and a constantly visible, friendly governor.. Excellent

Great staff. Decent beers and top notch food (Sunday roasts are the best),what more could you ask from a pub.

The friendliest staff and the best home-cooked pub food I’ve had for years. Sunday roasts are a particular highlight as are the constantly evolving specials. Cute, traditional little pub tucked away on Oak Street.

Lovely pub and the best roast dinner you can get in norwich 😆

Came in for a roast today with some friends. We were blown away! The roast was incredible, one of the best we've had in a very long time! The service was spot on too, very friendly staff. Will 100% be returning!

Great little pub, just off the ring road. The beer is very well kept. Bonus, they have a small very smart beer garden.