Norwich Restaurants – Eating Out in Norwich

There is a wide variety of fantastic restaurants in Norwich, with some of the best major National ‘chains’ alongside some superb independent eateries. The plethora of excellent local produce on our doorstep lends itself to an array of great places to eat. This is complemented by a healthy quantity of homegrown culinary talent in the form of some very inspiring Norwich-based Chefs.

Several independent Norwich restaurants were established over twenty years ago and still thrive today – a testament to the flourishing Norwich dining culture.

In the area known as the ‘Norwich Lanes’ (often referred to as the ‘independent shopping quarter of Norwich’ as a result of its many unique local businesses), you’ll find two very well established Norwich restaurants in the form of St Benedict’s Restaurant (on St Benedict’s Street) and The Waffle House. Both have existed in Norwich for over 20 years and over 30 years respectively and showcase wonderfully the range of choices Norwich has to offer when it comes to eating out. No visit to Norwich would be complete without a meal in at least one of these restaurants.

Also in the Lanes, Bar Tapas (found above Brambles) opened around 25 years ago, bringing a taste of South American Spirit to Norwich in the form of a Bar, Café and Tapas restaurant.

In the heart of Norwich, you can take lunch or Afternoon Tea at one of the most impressive of all local landmarks – Norwich Cathedral. The modern (and award winning) Refectory exists on the footprint of the original medieval Refectory, and passes all profits back to Norwich Cathedral.

Norwich really does have something to suit every taste when it comes to dining - coffee houses and cafés, food pubs, fine dining and relaxed café-bars. You’ll find menus and price ranges to match all budgets.

Once you’ve explored Norwich City centre, don’t be afraid to go further afield in search of a great meal. There are some fabulous restaurants and pubs that serve very high quality food within the Golden Triangle (just outside Norwich City centre) and also on the outskirts of Norwich in Trowse, Drayton, Brooke, Wymondham, Tunstead and Weston Longville.

In search of inspiration? Try these ideas…

• Mambo Jambo Predominantly a Mexican-style restaurant, Mambo Jambo also offers a variety of non-Mexican dishes, from steaks and burgers to healthier options ...
• The Refectory Situated within the most impressive of all Norwich buildings, the 900+-year-old Norman Cathedral, The Refectory (meaning ‘Dining Hall’) is much ...
• St. Benedicts Restaurant St. Benedict’s Restaurant is a well-established, intimate family-run restaurant in the City Centre that offers a fusion of modern British ...
• The Lawyer Offering authentic Thai food courtesy of The Sugar Hut, The Lawyer is an excellent choice for dining as well as ...
• Station Bistro Enjoy hearty lunches and afternoon tea in a setting that captures (authentically – it occupies a restored 19th Century station ...
• The Lodge Restaurant & Bar The Lodge Restaurant & Bar in North Tuddenham (off the A47 between Dereham and Norwich) is a discovery that has ...
• Yellows Bringing a taste of America to Norfolk. Highlights include their famous homemade burgers, succulent steaks and a £5 Lunch Menu ...
• Pinocchio’s Restaurant Expertly run by Jayne and Nigel Raffles, who also own renowned Norwich restaurants The Library, Pulse and St Benedict’s Restaurant, ...