The best restaurants in Breckland East of England

I had a carvery, it was awful. The beef was overcooked And the choice of vegetables was very poor. There were sprouts which were okay roast potatoes which were chewy, parsnip with onions, carrots and cauliflower which looked like it had a cheesy crumb but was undercooked and possibly finished with a blowtorch. The best part of the meal was the gravy. The other people I was with had no complaints about their food - 1 burger and 1 scampi. I won’t be recommending the carvery to anyone.

Family of 4, amazing food, drinks order took minutes and then up to the carvery, l the food was excellent, service is second to none, then into the Bistro for dessert and coffee. All in all, a lovely meal.

I agree with previous reviews about setting and facilities - all great. We had visited on previous occasions and always enjoyed the experience. However I am guessing that we caught the Bedingfeld Arms at their leist desired serving time, and definitely on an off day. Our timing was for 6.30pm on Sunday 10th of November. Upon arrival, which was fortunately slightly early, we were shown to our table and advised that we had seven minutes to order, and that 60% of the menu was not available. We had not been advised prior to our arival (they had our phone number) of the tight timing or lack of menu items. Food was ordered - 3 burgers and one Pheasant dish as this was all they had. Upon arrival of the food the waitress, who was clearly under pressure from the front of house lady and the Chef, was dealing with who had what relish for which burger etc... when the front of house lady came over and lambasted the waitress saying something about the Chef needing to be informed propery - no idea what that was about, but it was seriously cringeworhty and unprofessional to have been holding that conversation in front of us. We duduced that the Chef was the worry for the staff at front of house, and it seemed that he and the kithcn staff just didn't want to be there. The food was good, and the waitress and bar staff extremely pleasant - they were apologising for the Chef and the restrictions to our meal - which gave us a good idea of where the pressure and unpleasant atmosphere was coming from. I have written directly to the Bedingfeld Arms via there website, but as of two weeks later I have had no reply. Seeing all of the other reviews, which mirror my previous experience, I would just recommend avoiding a Sunday evenings.

Visiting Thursford Christmas Spectacular with my siblings, we came across this real gem of a pub restaurant with guest accommodation. Barry the friendliest landlord sorted everything from our 1st enquiry to the day of our arrival & stay and was so welcoming and kind. The pub lounge area had a roaring fire and was a home from home, with a great stocked bar and delicious food. The rooms were very comfy and spotlessly clean with all the conveniences needed, shampoo/toiletries and facilities, tea/coffee and bottled waters. Traditional breakfast in the morning was perfectly cooked and delicious, with the best black pudding requested last minute but well worth the wait! We will definitely be staying again when visiting the area. Thank you to Barry and his amazing staff for looking after us. Whilst there we spoke to other guests who had a really positive experience too. 10/10 for the super hospitality, accommodation, food & country location, keep up the good work Barry! Many thanks….Steve 🙌🤩

Stopped off here on our way back from Norwich on a university visit. Restaurant had just closed for lunch service but food in the bar was available. Everything from the main menu except the carvery was available. Fabulous! Steak Hogie, Lasagne with garlic ciabatta, and Katsu Curry. All good healthy size portions. Just what we needed. Great service. Wish it was closer to home to visit again. Thanks.

Met with a friend for lunch. Lovely venue, lovely food (but rather pricey!) When we came to pay,the owner was rather abrupt! Perhaps we overstayed our welcome?! 🙃

Stayed here overnight as was attending a gig at Reeth, a short walk from The Bridge. Staff are very friendly and accommodated a fast and early dinner service so we could get to our gig on time. Food was hearty, good old fashioned pub food. Cask beer was excellent and open fire loved by punters and dogs. Room was basic but clean and had everything I could have asked for

My mother and I arrived for lunch on Saturday. Firstly we were shown to a dirty table, rings from cups and salt or possibly sugar. As my mother has a walker and had taken her coat off and sat down I didn’t ask to be moved but cleaned the table myself with antibacterial wipes I always carry. We ordered drinks and food which you have to pay for upfront so no opportunity to refuse to pay. The drinks arrived, one of which was a bottle of water but no glass. I asked for a glass which the waiter came back with. The glass was dirty. I waited until the food arrived and asked for a clean glass. No apology was given for bringing me a dirty one. My mother had loaded fries at £11. Well I could see the crispy onions, crispy because they were those dried ones you buy in tubs in the supermarket, but no sign of any cheese. I started to eat my bacon, Brie and red onion chutney panini. Well I had bacon. I looked inside for the Brie. There was a sort of stain which was obviously the Brie. I’ve never managed to cut a slice of Brie that thin myself, I suspect they could see through it when they lifted it up. As for the chutney, I found a few soggy bits of tasteless brown stuff. I noticed my mother poking her chips about and asked her what she was doing, she said ‘looking for the cheese’. I asked if she’d found any and she said ‘not really’. She pushed the bowl away and said her legs were cold. We had been sat in front of the entrance and the draft was awful. I asked her if she wanted to go and she was out of her chair faster than I’ve seen someone of 88 move in a long time. All in all a most unpleasant lunch. £11 for a bowl of chips and dried onion, and £10.50 for a bacon roll. Very poor indeed.

Massive portions, super tasty fish & chips and kebabs. Fast service, friendly staff. Top of my takeaway list. We used several times on holiday and were never disappointed. Highly recommend

No stay, Just popped in for a drink and some food, young girl behind bar nice friendly and smiley, ( she could do better than this place), ordered some food, 45mins later no food. Whilst waiting there were local loud heavy drinkers, some that had to light up a fag before they left the bar, sitting waiting for food we had to endure men out side spitting, smoking like it was there last one in life. We just had to get out of the place. Over all a terrible uncomfortable experience. Never again.

Best fish and chips we’ve had in a very long time. Very good value for money too. Staff were very polite and friendly. Will definitely be going back soon.

Food was absolutely delicious and would thoroughly recommend. Staff were friendly and helpful, portions were just right too.

Have been hoping to dine at the pub for a few years and finally got around to going but we were most disappointed so won’t be returning. We came for a meal and ordered our meals three were ok (but not great for the price) the fourth (beef lasagne with a whole garlic bread baguette that was not pleasantly presented) was not, it didn’t look or taste right (we all tasted it) it just seemed to very wet and full of liquid (possible cream). So we got it sent back and then were rushed into selecting another meal the Chequers roast chicken salad. Which just turned out very badly presented with full (not cut up) lettuce leaves and chicken on the born mixed in the the salad like it was from another meal. We then gave up and when the waitress returned we complained and then the chef/owner came out with a attitude saying that was how salads were done and no details on the menu suggested it was bornless chicken. He walked off and when asked if we get any reduction his reply was “no you will pay the full bill” The bill then had additional chargers for the omelette fillings that were not stated on the menu. After further complaints, the chef/owner removed these charges but no additional reductions are offered. For most restaurants/pubs/cafes where I have received one poor meal I would try again however I will not be returning ever again as we all were most disappointed and shocked by the service and very rude chef/owner.

Stopped here today after finding this on Tripadvisor. We were warmly welcomed and given the option of sitting in the bar or upstairs (very steep stairs) for waitress service. We chose the Ploughman's Lunch, where you have the options of choosing 2 options from: cheddar, Stilton, brie, prawns, beef or piri piri chicken. The plates were full of colourful & tasty food; the beef was plentiful and tender. It took us ages to get through and unfortunately didn't have room gir a dessert. Another customer couldn't manage her lunch, and she was offered the option of having it packaged up and taking it home. We will be back next time we are in the area to try something else off the menu!

Perfect Haddock Chips & perfect Cod & chips, both with tasty, hot mushy peas & large delicious Gherkins. I rarely leave reviews but Gary’s is a class establishment. I have eaten here 6 times and this guy knows his stuff - I wish I lived near by!! Thank you Gary & Team!!!