Harden's survey result
Summary
“Eating is simply a delight” at this “lovely old pub with quirky little dining rooms” and a menu that “focuses on top-quality local ingredients”. Chef Jeremy Parke and his wife Rachael, formerly of Relish in Newton Flotman and Number 29 in Burnham Market, took over after our annual diners’ poll in summer 2023 from Ben & Sarah Handley, who left after 10 years at the helm; we are leaving the ratings untouched, with Rachael saying the approach would remain largely the same, with the addition of small plates to the food menu and cocktails to the bar.
Summary
“It is great to see the ever-growing number of plaudits for this restaurant” – this family-run gastroboozer has an “ever-growing” army of fans (including Giles Coren of The Times). “Last visited in 2012” – a year before chef-landlord Ben Handley and his wife Sarah took over – “when we walked out after being ignored by the staff. Wow, how it’s changed! Buzzy atmosphere, friendly and helpful staff, food interesting, fresh and perfectly cooked”. There’s now a garden room annexe to the 300-year-old pub to accommodate demand.
Summary
“Good local produce is cooked imaginatively” from a “good if limited menu” at this “busy” but “efficient” gastroboozer; refreshingly, it's a true family business comprising chef Ben Handley, co-owner wife Sarah and his brother Sam as GM.
Summary
With its “delightful setting”, “friendly service” and “well-cooked food in good portions” – including “lovely puds” – this cosy pub-with-two-rooms has it all. It’s a family affair, too: chef Ben Handley met his wife and co-owner, Sarah, when they worked together at his parents’ pub in nearby Thornham, while brother Sam is general manager.
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Have you eaten at The Duck Inn?
Burnham Rd, Stanhoe, PE31 8QD
Restaurant details
The Duck Inn Restaurant Diner Reviews
"Good gastropub menu with a lively atmosphere, serving well presented food from and enjoyable choice of menu, served in a timely and pleasant manner. "
Prices
 Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £24.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £4.50 |
 Extras |
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| Bread | £0.00 |
| Service | 12.50% |
Burnham Rd, Stanhoe, PE31 8QD
Opening hours
| Monday | CLOSED |
| Tuesday | CLOSED |
| Wednesday | 12 pm‑2 pm, 6 pm‑9 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑2 pm, 6 pm‑9 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑2 pm, 6 pm‑9 pm |
| Saturday | 12 pm‑2 pm, 6 pm‑9 pm |
| Sunday | 12 pm‑6 pm |
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