Despite having been voted Suffolk County Dining Pub of the Year 2008 and receiving 2 AA Rosettes, this is still essentially a pub that serves great food, so no awkwardness if you don’t want to eat. That said the food is excellent and ranges from steak and Suffolk ale pie, broccoli and mash or beer battered haddock and handcut chips, both under £12, to mouth-watering lamb rump or local venison, topping the £20 mark; there’s a bewildering choice of starters too, at around £7. The same menu is served in both the dining room and the bar.
Parts of this former coaching inn date back to the 12th century and despite some modernisation, it has retained much of its rustic charm, with exposed brickwork and attractive stone fireplaces. The overall atmosphere is warm and welcoming and the service is efficient without undue formality. The front bar serves well kept cask ales, such as Adnams Bitter, with a changing choice of local ales and cider.
The bedrooms are modern, bright and comfortable, but not cosy; the lack of colour makes them appear austere. The bathroom or shower rooms are spotless and function well. A full English breakfast is normally included in the room rate and offers a wide choice of locally sourced ingredients.
paulk, 2009-11-23
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