Harden's survey result
Summary
Overlooking the green, this village pub-with-rooms was acquired by East Anglia’s Chestnut Group in 2022. Some reports this year suggest that “things have started to slip” under the new regime, and that what “used to be a favourite” is “no longer quite as special as it once was”, but “at its best, the food is excellent” still (and, despite the critiques, its locally sourced pub classics have so far retained their Bib Gourmand).
Summary
This “very welcoming pub” is the most commented-on of those on the north Norfolk coast (perhaps due to its recent ‘Bib Gourmand’) and though not super-foodie “serves hearty meals and enjoys a buzzy atmosphere”. “The ingredients are selected from local suppliers, cooked with skill, and served by a young, efficient and enthusiastic team.” In June 2022, it was acquired by East Anglian pub and restaurant company The Chestnut Group.
Summary
“And relax!” – this “very nice village pub” near the north Norfolk coast does everything it should – including very solidly rated pub grub. The patio looks out to the village church, which adds to the charm of the place.
Summary
“Well-above-average pub grub” – “nothing too complicated, but all very well done (not to mention tasting delicious)” – is on the menu at this “fab boozer near the north Norfolk coast”. Top Tip: “do choose a table in the pub rather than the conservatory restaurant”.
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Blakeney Rd, Wiveton, NR25 7TL
Restaurant details
Wiveton Bell Restaurant Diner Reviews
"Changed hands since our last visit and the food was definitely not as good as before. Some rather odd menu items, and not particularly well done. Tables very close together so it felt a bit as though you were shoulder to shoulder with other diners. We probably won't go back."
"Good Sunday Lunch/Dinner Menu let down be the very slow, and inattentive service on a not overly busy evening. The food presentation was more "transport cafe" style, lots of it piled on top of each other and an over full plate, certainly not refined ot carefully presented. The food itself was just acceptable but far too large a meal to finish. THe ambience was nothing to shout about although there was plenty of raised voices in the background noise. Would never return for another visit, quite dreadful."
Prices
 Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £22.50 |
| Filter Coffee | £4.00 |
 Extras |
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| Service | 10.00% |
Blakeney Rd, Wiveton, NR25 7TL
Opening hours
| Monday | 12 pm‑2:30 pm, 6 pm‑9 pm |
| Tuesday | CLOSED |
| Wednesday | CLOSED |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑2:30 pm, 6 pm‑9 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑2:30 pm, 6 pm‑9 pm |
| Saturday | 12 pm‑2:30 pm, 6 pm‑9 pm |
| Sunday | 12 pm‑6 pm7:30 pm |
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