The best restaurants in East of England

I've wanted to have a classic high tea for a long time and share the experience with my husband, who has a different cultural background than mine. After searching various places, I decided on Carridges. The quirkiness of having a high tea on a classic pulman train carridge looked exciting. As this outing was for my birthday, we went for the high tea and booked a private compartment in their Oliver carridge. It did not disappoint. Walking through the display gardens onto the station where the Carridges are set is lovely. We were greeted by warm, friendly staff, who checked your booking and confirmed issues around any dietary issues. We were shown to our compartment, which was lovely. A small bottle of bubbly to share and our choice of tea ordered, and our high tea arrived. The staff were very attentive about allergens, and there were no issues with what we had. There was a lovely selection of finger sandwiches, warm savouries, little desserts, and then followed by the scones. We swapped out the savoury scones for the sweet ones, and this was no issue. There was more than ample for two people, and we were offered boxes to take the remaining items home. My husband loved the tea and was furiously searching the Internet once home to find some. The one thing I would advise on is that if your sat nav is not up to date, it would be better to use Google maps on your phone. As the though the new roads can confuse. Once near, follow the actual signs for Banolds as you immediately turn left into the car park for carridges. I say this as Google Maps got confused at this point and was trying to take us into the driveway of a house. (Carridges was directly behind here).we also had the 3.15pm sitting, so bear in mind the tea time rush hour traffic when you are finished.

This place is very good. Been here 3 times so far and always had a great experience. Come from the other side of town just to collect it. Great food, service and good value.

Hidden gem in an industrial estate. Warm welcome on rainy Sunday afternoon. We were the only ones there so we’re quickly seated. Pizza’s were amazing.

What a beautiful evening! We had a big order so we tried lots of side dishes, different starters, mains and two deserts. Everything was exceptional, the service was brilliant down to every detail finished with a surprise candle lit cheesecake for a birthday celebration. Will definitely be back soon! (Try the Camembert!)

Fantastic birthday lunch with my husband on a Sunday afternoon. Excellent food and service as usual. I ordered the calamari then the goats cheese risotto. Both fabulous. We were very well looked after. One of our favourite restaurants. ❤️

Lovely friendly place to have a pre Christmas dinner with friends was great thank you

Fantastic café with a diverse range of food options. Excellent value for money. The staff were extremely friendly and accommodating.

Fantastic service and dedicated vegan food menu with so many options!

Such a friendly staff, went with family the meals were spot on mate, amazing delicious Turkish cuisine the kebabs were juicy & tasty love ittt .. We will bee backkk :p

Our first time at this wonderful restaurant but unfortunately due to their imminent closure our last visit. We wish we had found you sooner. The food and atmosphere and staff were all amazing. One we will not forget

Varied menu. My home made hummus was pretty tasteless and disappointing. The moussaka and salad was a decent size portion, the moussaka was delicious but I would have enjoyed it more if it had been hot, instead of luke warm.

Kartheek gave excellent service

Peterborough shop is so much better! the chilli sauce is minty and menu doesn't identify any medium spice options

Nice cafe to go to for a coffee and cake after a long walk around the country park. Great decking area to the side of the cafe and a lovely balcony at the back overlooking the lake.

Amazing as always, the best in Ipswich. Warm & friendly staff.