The best restaurants in Waveney East of England

We were recommend Mark’s as the place where locals go while tourists go elsewhere within Southwold. Two cod and chips - decent portion sizes and the fish was good. Chips were really nice, just not as hot as we’d have liked which is the reason it gets 4 rather than a 5. We sat in to eat which was nice to have that option unlike a lot of places that are takeaway only.

They should be ashamed. It was absolutely filthy on the floors tables windows sills and even the seats. Clearly nothing is cleaned properly, the manage needs to go on a hygiene course!

Had an evening with friends celebrating, the staff we amazing, nothing was too much trouble, they were attentive, knowledgeable and friendly. The food was amazing, a taste sensation, the lemon tart was delightful, my only critique would be portion size, especially for the larger eaters, maybe sides could be added to the menu, I’m sure if we had asked they would have accommodated us but the meals can and we just tucked in, we will definitely be going back.

As I was meeting 2 long standing and very special friends, I wanted to meet them somewhere a bit special and they recommended the Trowel and Hammer. It did not disappoint. The quality of the food was absolutely superb, a proper sunday roast, with great portions and very well priced. The draught lager was spot on- something so often overlooked in pubs and restaurants these days. The service, like the food, was superb and the whole place- bar, restaurant, toilets- were absolutely spotlessly clean. There are of course many pubs and restaurants that can all boast great food and great service etc, but this place has a couple of tricks up its sleeve: firstly, literally at the end of the spacious beer garden you have a 'town green' and right the other side of that is the beach. Lunch and then a walk down by the sea? You can not beat that. But there was something more about this place; I have travelled much of this rock that we call 'planet Earth' and experienced all sorts of people, but rarely have I found such a welcoming and friendly group of people as those I encountered here. As a side note, there is some exceptional art work on display inside, all from a local artist. Most impressed.

I actually was so hesitant to order from here but I genuinely think the pizza is probably the best in town genuinely!! Yet to try the wrap but the pizza is BEAUTIFUL

Checked breakfast menu, no gluten free options shown. Tried to ring to check menu but got recorded message. Vegan, vegetarian catered for but not GF.

Three night stay at this hotel. We had a large room on the front but were not bothered by the traffic noise. The room was very comfortable and clean. The decor was outdated but they are apparently in a refurbishment programme. Breakfast was super, plenty on offer and hot food excellent. The young girls that run the front of house were very friendly and helpful, nothing too much trouble. Good value for money.

Terrible customer service we had with our elderly parents we all was Embarrassed with how we was spoken to vile infact you will no longer have our Business shame really as we normally spend lots of money in ilthis place definitely will not be back and will be telling everyone who we know not to come to your place, maybe try talking to your customers with a little more respect do you know that goes a long way being nice and kind to people Especially with a business. Awful experience.

Terrible meal had by all. Food was extremely low quality and vastly overpriced, steaks were like sponges and fish was burnt and dry. The toast for pate was burnt. The staff couldn't even manage the drinks - retaining the opened soft drinks cans sold at full price as mixers. There is better out there and we will not be back. The front of house staff had extremely limited experience and although polite, seemed like it their first day. Poor experience and wasted an evening out.

We popped in for Sunday Lunch after calling ahead and checking the pub is dog friendly (which it is) Partner was really happy to see Lamb on the roast menu and I went for Beef. Good pub lunch, full of flavour and reasonably priced. The extra gravy boat and side of cauliflower cheese was much appreciated. The waiting girls/bar staff were ever so welcoming and made sure we had everything we needed. Very personable service without feeling like they were fussing too much. 10/10 for the service alone. The bowl of water and plate of doggie treats was such a lovely touch. Thanks for a great lunch to all the staff. We will definitely return. You should advertise yourselves more as kicking ourselves for never thinking/hearing about this place before!

We were spending the day in Southwold and went to Squires for lunch about 12:15, quaint little place and staff were friendly. We ordered Cottage Pie and Liver and Bacon Casserole, after a wait of about 30 mins dinner arrived but instead of Cottage Pie I got Fish Pie, they took it away to replace with what I had ordered, well this took 20 mins, so by this time my other half had finished his meal and I had to eat alone During my waiting time I was waiting I observed 2 other tables place orders and were told about 15 mins later what they had chosen had 'run out' and were invited to reselect, why does it take that long? At the end of the meal I was told due to the inconvenience they reduced the bill by a small amount. Payment for food is by taking the hand written bill from the waiting staff to attached sweet sweet shop and queuing up with other customers making purchases, in my case I was no 4 in the queue. Curious to find out how much my meal was reduced by I checked the bill, the 2 meals and 2 drinks were itemised and in fact my meal had been reduced by £2 but there was an additional seperate amount of £2.50, I queried this with the 'sweet shop lady' and she checked with one on the waiting staff who agreed it was a mistake. All in all not a vey good experience.

Couldn't belive the most excellent customer service we received from Laura and her colleague. Nothing was to much trouble and they even got my favourite pizza done for the lunchtime buffet. Thank you again for making our trip a very pleasant experience.

The accommodation was clean and warm , loved the powerful shower. Really comprehensive welcome pack .There were activities during the day and evening,a nice pool .The meals were varied and very good quality.a mix of waiter service or help yourself loads to choose from .All the staff we met were very helpful and high staffing levels always some one to ask..

Visited today.. how sad I used to run the clock house , which was a vibrant place for locals and friends of Southwold to visit We worked hard to look after customers always making sure they were happy with the products we happily delivered. Coffees were made for local customers as we saw them walk up the pier, making them feel special and valued….. not today, staff totally uninterested, unmotivated, no leadership It made me feel very sad to see this special venue so badly run I was also grubby, uncared for… let’s hope the new owners do something fast, before the season starts

Terrible don't have the pulled pork was very ill two hours after and still weak must have been full of bacteria ruin our holiday been on toilet for 3 days and very weak should have the environment people go in and check the food preparation area check throughly