Parrot at Aldringham — Restaurant in East Suffolk

The Parrot Pub in Aldringham offers a warm and inviting atmosphere that made for a genuinely pleasant afternoon. My friend and I recently visited, seeking a relaxed spot to enjoy a pint of Guinness and some satisfying cheesy chips, and the Parrot Pub certainly delivered.

From the moment we walked in, we felt welcome. The ambiance was cozy and convivial, striking a perfect balance between a traditional pub and a modern, comfortable setting. The selection of drinks was excellent, and the Guinness was poured perfectly—creamy, rich, and just what we were hoping for.

The cheesy chips were also a highlight. Generously portioned and perfectly cooked, they were an ideal accompaniment to our drinks. The chips were crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, smothered in a delicious, melty cheese that satisfied our cravings. It's clear that the kitchen takes pride in serving quality comfort food.

What truly stood out, however, was the exceptional service. Our Scottish waitress was an absolute delight. Her friendly demeanor and efficient service made us feel right at home. She was attentive without being intrusive, always ready with a smile and ensuring that we had everything we needed. Her professionalism and warmth added significantly to our positive experience.

Overall, our visit to the Parrot Pub was a resounding success. It's a fantastic spot for anyone looking to unwind with good drinks, tasty food, and excellent service. We left feeling relaxed and satisfied, and we're already looking forward to our next visit. Whether you're a local or just passing through Aldringham, the Parrot Pub is well worth a visit. Highly...

We attempted to come for dinner on Saturday night and had booked a table for 8pm with no issues. As we arrived, at about 8.10pm we acknowledged that we were slightly late and apologised for that but then as we were seated we were asked for our drinks which we ordered and then was told by the waitress that the kitchen closed at 8pm so “not to be rude, but be quick!” which wasn’t the relaxed dining experience we had come for. We had planned to have at least 2 courses and felt that as we were being made to hurry while another waitress was blowing out candles next to our table and clearly starting to pack up the atmosphere was very unwelcoming. It is worth noting that if you are looking for an enjoyable evening out here, you’ll need to book a table way before 8pm or else you will be hurried along. In my experience with restaurants I have worked at in the past we would always have last orders at least 30 mins before the kitchen closed. When we asked why they allowed us to book a table for 8pm when the kitchen closed at that time we were told “I think it’s very nice of us to let you eat at that time” as if they were doing us a favour. Had we been informed the kitchen closed at that time we would have booked to come in earlier. Massive shame as we used to recommend this place to our friends as the food is quite good but the staff have become extremely rude. We sent an email to the manager who also didn’t accept any responsibility for the poor service. Instead, we left and went to Cinnamon, and had a...

OMG! SHOCKING REALLY POOR FOOD This is not freshly cooked Roasted meat. I Went for Early Sunday Roast lunch17th November 24. Absolute disappointment. Advertises on own website pork & crackling roast. I ordered that but what arrived was catering pack type tasteless watery stringy pork, and no cracking? when I asked for the crackling I was told they don’t have any!! I asked why? As it was early lunchtime so there should be at least a small portion available- nope that’s the answer I got. (of course as the meat is not cooked fresh on the premises it’s pre packed rubbish it had no cracking ) The roast potatoes were mushy and vegetables so over cooked were like baby food. Disgusting 🤮 my partner had the beef dinner that was also poor quality & badly cooked also waited 20 mins for horseradish by which time meal was cold. Find another place for lunch as this is absolutely shocking...