The best restaurants in Forest Heath East of England

Had brunch here on a Friday prior to the horseracing. Ordered and paid for our food via a very easy to navigate touch screen. Food delivered to our table within about 10 minutes, piping hot! We had one large and one medium breakfast. Quality ingredients, generous portions. Friendly, efficient staff. Very highly recommended. Worth going out of your way for.

We were greeted by Giovanna who has served use afternoon tea many times before and did not disappoint with her sunny attitude and kindness in making my friend’s birthday fun and enjoyable. Giovanna is a credit to this wonderful hotel. We are treated to this experience every year and are never disappointed.

Just had chips. Crunchy and rubbery. Obviously reheated. Won't be ordering chips again.

Now renamed as GreenBox Sushi, this Japanese restaurant is no longer a buffet. Inside the seating is very dark and dingy, with delivery supplies and clutter over half of the tables. We decided to eat outside as it was lovely weather. The menu we were given to browse was paper stapled together, no lamination or design. When ordering I asked for coke, which was on their menu, they didn’t have coke so we had to opt for Pepsi. When taking my food order the receptionist told me that they were busy with lots of deliveries and had to go ask the kitchen staff if it was okay to take my order! I had the tofu ramen and my partner had the pork ramen with a side of gyozas. Gyozas were fried instead of steamed, no sauce provided and were luke warm in the middle. I believe they cost £6.50, so from a price point this is quite underwhelming. However the ramen was delicious! We opted for the spicy broth and it went lovely with the tofu and beansprouts! Definitely would recommend the ramen as it’s full of flavour and quite a large portion! I was again disappointed that the cutlery provided was a fork and spoon. We eat Japanese and Chinese cuisine often at home as I’m a huge fan of recreating dishes, we are used to eating with chopsticks and it felt very wrong eating ramen with a fork! I would suggest investing in washable steel chopsticks, that way you save chopstick waste but keep the authentic Asian feeling.

Great food! So far the best I have had in the area.

Lovely breakfast so welcoming, definitely worth a visit as Four in a Bed winner. Matt and his team were lovely.

Unfortunately this place has gone down hill. This used to be my favourite place to go. The last few times I’ve gone in the kitchen staff fooling around out the back, poor service and barely warm food. This time (my last time) I ordered and paid for a large combo and when I get home I have been given a regular!

Delicious food and friendly staff. Pleasant restaurant with nice decor. Would definitely visit again if in town vsiting the area.

Best indian in town. Tasty authentic food.

I would recommend the wok n rock as it has really good food especially the sweet and sour chicken and really friendly customer service and they cater for big groups as they catered very well for our table of 12 adults and 5 children , the service was 100% perfect and would just like to say thank you Hollie for everything you did to make mine and my families evening a really enjoyable experience I will be visiting again on my next visit from The Netherlands . Many thanks Marie

I came in for a coffee and served by a very pleasant young lady along with a pleasant man Very professional and happy to please

God awful service always. The place is ALWAYS filthy and tables covered in dirty cups and plates, while the 3 staff behind the counter goof around and ignore you while people are waiting. This happens all the time not a one off occurrence. Sticky dirty sloppy place. Store and staff. Coffee is good but everything else it terrible. Go across the street were the Coffee shop is beautifully clean with polite efficient staff and it is cheaper with excellent Coffee ☕️.

Been here several times, staff are friendly and the food is lovely and they even have GF vinegar. Would recommend.

I have read some of the awful reviews about the Affleck - mainly they concern Jackie. They are hilarious, as these people cleary don't get it and should probably stick to the boring places they obviously prefer. I assure you they won't be missed.She certainly can be rude, but I and everyone I know think she's brilliant and a proper character, which is so rare these days. And the pub is an absolute gem. A proper country pub which concentrates on its beer - you won't get a better pint anywhere, especially at these prices. John is a great host and prides himself on to keeping a perfect pint. That is very rare too these days. Ok, it doesn't serve food, but it does have various vans at different times and barbeques. How many pubs do you know that thrive on drinks sales only, especially when charging well under the average. It's because the pub is so popular - and the family that run it are the reason for that. People come from miles around as well as locally - it's a great mix from all walks of life. My favourite pub without any doubt - I just wished I lived closer.

Fantastic party booking for Sunday lunch. Carvery, beef (very nice but not available rare) and pork, also fish and chicken available if preferred. Nice hot plates to keep food warm, and all food nicely cooked and presented, waiting staff service at your table for drinks were very pleasant as was the bar staff & well trained. Cost was £62 per person two courses including drinks, only grumble was eyes too big for my belly as there's plenty! We will definitely go again