The best restaurants in Suffolk Coastal East of England

Quality is below average, loverly staff but, after 4 goes I wouldn't recommend.

A bit less pretentious and showy than places in the square but good basic fare at reasonable prices. Great coffee. Bacon roll is colossal. Fab doughnuts. Can't really understand the reviews that say the staff are poorly trained or unfriendly. They aren't gushy or have-a-nice-day ish but I go in regularly and find them welcoming and helpful. Very good WiFi as well.

very good nights have been had at the pizza loft. Good atmosphere and good food. Sadly the place has had to close for good on Saturday 13th August 2022 as the restaurant room is required back by Lings cycle shop. Very sad news.

Got a takeaway Cappucino, sausage roll and biscuits for the dog🤣. The sausage roll is exceptionally good👌🌟🌟. Coffee is great too. The Jack Russell enjoyed his biscuits, plus a bit of my sausage roll🙄😅. Service was prompt, efficient and polite. Totally recommend.

Highly recommend the dirty bird burger. Everything about it is delicious. The owner is so passionate about his creations here, and you can really taste it in every bite. It's worth travelling from Chelmsford!

First time here. Absolutely delicious. I had toasted sandwich while my friend had a small breakfast. Hmmmm it did say small but it was a big plate full. All delicious. Lovely people cooking and serving. Very friendly.

My Dad and I visited the area to explore Rendlesham Forest’s UFO Trail (a dream of ours for a long time). When Googling restaurants in which to eat, Shapla came up as a top-rated place so we decided we’d give it a go. The restaurant was lovely and cozy and we had a warm welcome. The restaurant was busy with customers but it wasn’t overly loud or rowdy. Service was quick and the food was absolutely delicious (we both had the chicken balti masala, a lovely mix we have never come across before) and we loved that the waiters really took the time to chat to us about the local area. Thank you, Shapla, if we ever happen to be in the area again, we wouldn’t hesitate to come back!

This is now actually called the Alde Cafe. I’ve been twice in the last three days. There are fancier places along the High Street, but you will not get a better meal there than you will find at the Alde. Sean is a brilliant cook who prepares every dish with both flare and a respect for tradition. It was the best fry up I have had in the last twenty years, and a welcomed alternative to the recent tendency of serving them up in thali dishes, with about a tablespoon of beans in one and a cubic centimeter of toast in another. I just had the kedgeree, which was magnificently prepared with haddock from the smokehouses along the Shingle. There are many reasons to come to ever-beautiful Aldeburgh. But I’d rank breakfast or lunch at the Alde Cafe at the very top of my list.

Sausege Best favor ever Jalapenos popper LOVELY

Covid has caused a lot of problems in maintaining standards but by now I would have thought things should be back to normal. Tea used to be served in a pot and coffee in proper cups and plates for food. Now we have paper cups for tea and coffee and cakes are given out just wrapped in cling-film. No table service any more as you have to wait for your order to be prepared and handed to you. The food is still good but the whole experience is not worth walking the length of the prom. There used to be more tables and with parasols on the hot days - but no more. I think they need to get back to the standards they used to have as people will go to the new cafe's that are opening.

My husband and myself visited for lunch in February, we arrived just before 12 and were pleased we did as there weren’t many free tables as it is a popular place. Our order was taken really quickly and we did not have to wait long for our order. I had a toasted cheese sandwich and my husband had a sausage bap and cheesy chips. I also had a banana split. The food was good, the staff really friendly and efficient and I can see why the place is so busy.

I’d have done 5 stars but the baked beans were from a can - they’re sooooo easy to make in the slow cooker! And potato would be better if not simply microwaved. That said it has seating and the drink selection seems very good. The healthiest place to eat in Leiston that’s for sure!! I’d recommend trying it.

Authentic Pie, Mash n' liquor in Felixstowe - I popped in here after a couple of beers on the front - lovely pies, good old mash and proper liquor - knife, fork and spoon for the liquor, with vinegar, just like in London SE1 - interesting photos of England football stars and a bit of banter with the owner. All in all a great lunch and long may they thrive in Felixstowe.

This is the GF mecca of Woodbridge, selection of 4 types of bread and fresh ingredients to make this the ideal place fo delicious sandwiches.

We always come for a walk to the dip when visiting family , a great spot to sit and have coffee and cake and look out to sea , today I had one of the homemade cheese scones it was one of the best I have ever eaten , whatever the weather always a great establishment for a warm welcome and delicious fair, great ice creams in the summer and hot chocolate in the winter .