The best restaurants serving British food in East of England

The food at Plattens was very good. Our Cod was beautifully cooked with no bones. We enjoyed a lovely cup of tea, while our food was being cooked fresh. The table cutlery and crockery were spotlessly clean. As were the washroom facilities. The restaurant was warm and the Christmas decorations were charming. It was all very much appreciated on what proved to be quite a wet and cold day in Wells. I would like to especially commend the nice young man who showed us our table, took our order and served us. He had excellent customer service skills. He acknowledged you as soon as you approached the counter to order, even if he was doing another job and couldn't help you just then. He was polite, efficient and conscientious. I hope Plattens look after him because he is one of the reasons we would return to eat there again.

Poor customer service, a long wait for food, no napkins, no knives and forks given, food for table came out at different times.Some of it was dry and overcooked. Lighting very strong for evening and not very relaxing.

Meal last night 30/12/24 was very poor. Had my best meal out ever here in April 2024 but last night was average standard pub food. New owners already having negative effect?

The restaurant is out in the sticks so there was plenty of parking. The room was very quirky, full of pig ornaments and pictures. The table decor was very simple. The food was amazingly good. Simple dishes cooked just right. Mrs Barganax opted for the belly pork and black pudding. I had the half bbq chicken. Alas, there was no room for dessert.

We came about a year ago and had a lovely Sunday Lunch but this time we were disappointed. The roasties were hard and dry and the beef whilst really tender and flavorful was hard to spot on the plate. Two measly slices and the price of course does not reflect value for money. Such a shame as its a lovely place and the waiters are excellent and this is not their fault. We didnt complain at the time. Should have done but there you go lesson learned. Im not saying dont go but if you arent happy say something.

We happened upon this place by chance and it looked beautiful from the outside… We popped in for a quick drink, were quickly told that we couldn’t stay in the bar as children aren’t permitted… immediately annoyed! So we were told abruptly to go into the “family room” Drinks we had were 2x half pints of orange juice and a pint of lager… £12.85! Fully unaware that I’d be requiring a mortgage for a drink! The interior itself is nice enough. The toilets, as is usually the case had been forgotten about and were very outdated. The staff could do with a shake up regarding their attitudes! Walking around as if they have a smell under their noses. We shall not be returning.

We didn't make a reservation but stopped on the off chance of availability. Our server, Paul, was very helpful and friendly. Quick service, delicious main course from the specials menu and mini pudding with coffees. By the time we left the restaurant area was full! The pub seats diners with dogs in the bar area so we will return for another visit as the food and service was great!

Came for a family outing got served by Katie the service was great, Mike and Jake are also polite and helpful and will be coming back to visit.

We were a mixed group of rabid meat eaters and vegetarians with some gluten-free complications mixed in. The menu was fantastic with so much choice and creativity. Our family get together became so convivial we stayed for a second shift to resolve the menu dilemmas we'd felt at lunchtime!

The waiter Cristian was very polite and helpful and a pleasure to do business with. The food was delicious and plentiful

Thought we'd give it a try on a wet & windy day in Dec..glad we did! Compliments to the chef & staff it was fab. Delicious steak & ale pie, the sticky toffee pudding was to die for all homemade! Heard they may be changing hands...who ever takes over DONT CHANGE A THING!

Visited with friends and we were absolutely treated; brilliant food, great environment, and Lindsey was a fab server. Thank you for a great evening!

Very welcoming. Food was surprisingly good. Limited choice but all choices good. Fish and chips and mushy peas for £10 followed by sticky toffee pudding and custard. Yummy!! Only one problem it was a bit chilly despite the lovely wood burner but it was an extremely cold day.

great place to eat, friendly staff and good food, tidy restaurant and always welcomed, definitely would recommend you to go

We visited The Crown for a midweek lunch. We had our dog with us so didn’t want the formal dining room. The tables at the front were busy so we found a cosy snug at the back which was almost empty. We had a catch of the day fish and chips, complete with excellent crunchy chips and a smoked fish platter, also very nice. As expected, the full range of Adnams beers were available and in excellent condition. However, what we must really commend The Crown on was the attentive staff. Nothing was too much trouble for them. For example, I asked the barman if there was any water bowls for dogs outside? No need to go outside he replied and dropped what he was doing and brought one to our table. We will definitely return when we ext visit Southwold.