The best restaurants serving British food in East of England

Smashing place, nice relaxing atmosphere, good service cracking food and a good pint too

Such a great place for food and drinks. The manager, Poppy, truly stood out and delivered fantastic service. She was so friendly and attentive!

What’s happened here? Food not a patch on previous visits. Fish & chips …. batter overcooked, dry & burnt. Chips drowning in oil. White wine served warm. Eating out is no longer cheap & needs to be a treat, sadly this wasn’t. No one once asked how the food was, so unable to pass comments on at the time. I see they’re looking for a new Head Chef, will wait until then for next visit.

Husband and I went for Sunday carvery. We precooked a table but believe we were seated at just an open table as the one that should have been ours had not been cleaned after prior use. No worries, it was just a table. We had said never been there before and asked what we do. Server said I will get your drinks, took the order and left us. After 15 minutes waiting for a pot of tea and soft drink, and server going past our table several times, we decided to go up to carvery as that was only option available for food that day. Stood in line and when got to carvery area the carver stuck out his hand and looked at me. I asked what I was to give him and he waved me toward the server area where our server was standing. I went over, passing the bar where our tea and soda was sitting waiting to be delivered. Asked about the carvery and he said, oh you need a ticket. Turned to computer and said.. how many? Really???? Got two tickets , went back to the line and got our food. We both got beef which was quite dry and lukewarm, as were the rest of the items. However, the gravy was very good and very hot so it saved the meal. Shortly after sitting down again the server showed up with drinks and asked if we needed anything. That was the last we saw him until we went back to server station to track him down to pay. By the way, it was no surprise that the tea water was cold. Needless to say, we won’t go back. Shame because there were some things on menu thought would be good to try during week.

£18.00 for fish with frozen chips ? I used to love coming down here for local fish & chips but after yesterday’s visit - never again! Why have you started to use frozen chips ? Dreadful!

We visited for a birthday meal at Saturday lunch time and from the phone call to book a table right to leaving we couldn't have been made more welcome. Caroline in particular really looked after us. Lovely freshly cooked food, a good drink selection and good service. We couldn't have asked for more. Thank you.

For a gourmet BLT sandwich and a steak sandwich with a beer and sweet potato fries I expect it to be enjoyable. The bread was borderline and hardly any fillings in them aswell as no butter on the borderline bread. Also no tomato inthe blt.The best part was sweet potato fries . To top it off it was £24. At this price I expect a good sandwich and wished I went tesco opposite. The small side salad was good tho. The beer was OK. won't be coming again and explains why we were the only 2 people in the pub.

Great place to eat for breakfast and lunch also just for ice cream and coffee and cake. Toilets available for the pub lic and disabled toilet available to use by getting keys from a member of staff. Great place great service and food at a reasonable price. Open till about 3pm

We booked our table at 4.15 which was the earliest booking left. Despite the fact that it had and was very busy the staff were attentive and were 5 star throughout. The Mothers Day menu was a good mix of types of food. Being gluten free I was impressed with the amount of choice available to me. The starters we had were very good, crispy belly pork a generous portion well flavoured and presented well. Prawn cocktail not the usual small prawns on shredded lettuce instead large juicy prawns on leaves with a tangy freshly made sauce with crunchy sourdough croutons instead of the normal slice d bread. The 3 mains we had were of a very high standard. My daughter had a smoked salmon goats cheese and dill pizza. It had a generous topping and was not swimming in the normal tomato sauce on a crunchy and chewy freshly baked base. I had the roast bellypork and my wife had a very generous portion of roast beef. Both were well cooked and presented belying the fact that nearly 5 hours into service the food was still really good. We had the puddings they appeared to be homemade I had the cheesecake which was gluten free which was nice as I normally am left with ice cream. My only complaint was that a wafer biscuit which was part of the garnish was on my plate if I was gluten allergic not just intolerant it could have been very serious no harm done but just to make you aware. The other 2 puddings were both delicious. Overall the meal and experience was 5 star. I am looking forward to going back there when we are back in Suffolk in July.

The restaurant has been revamped and totally ruined. It used to be a lovely airy open area but is now a cluster of dark dingy rooms/alcoves. Used to visit every week but no more it's truly awful But

Closed when I arrived at 12.50 on 19 Feb 2025. Best call ahead!

Fantastic fish and chips the best in flitwick

this is just a big thank you for all your hard work as a team can't wait to see the refurb see you in may All the team wether front of house or in kitchen thank you

Today wasn’t just my birthday — it was a celebration of life, love, and pure gratitude. At 26, I was told I may never reach 30. Diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumour and told I’d never become a mum, I never imagined I’d be here turning 46 — surrounded by love, laughter, and the most amazing people in my life. We spent the afternoon at The Crocodile Pub and honestly, it couldn’t have been more perfect. The atmosphere was spot on — relaxed, welcoming, and full of good vibes. The staff were lovely, and the energy of the place just made us feel at home. And the food? Let’s just say the nachos were next level. Genuinely the best we’ve ever had — fresh, loaded, and absolutely delicious. Being there with my best friend, her girls, and my miracle daughter Ruby made it a day I’ll never forget. Thank you to everyone at The Crocodile for making today feel extra special. I’ll definitely be back… and next time, I’m ordering the nachos all to myself! With love, Lisa Connell

Came here before checking in to haven campsite have to say children and pets are not as welcome as signs suggest as lady behind bar and the regulars with their pets are very rude if your from outside the local area. Needless to say had 1 drink and left never returning and wouldn’t recommend to anybody ( especially if your from London ) as get frowned upon.