The Cottage NR3 — Restaurant in Norwich

I have lived in North Norwich for about 10 years now, and for the past few years have been on a bit of a mission to find the best Sunday Roast within walking distance. We do love a Sunday Roast, and have travelled Norfolk and further afield to find the best, though, as we discovered just before Christmas 2019, it was practically on our doorstep all the time! Great pub as well - unpretentious, welcoming and characterful, though contemporary. Oh, and in case I haven't mentioned this already, the best Sunday Roast you will find ANYWHERE! P.S 2022 - the pub has since changed hands, and although still good, the Sunday Roast is not the sublime thing it used to be under the previous management. Sadly, I don't think any other Sunday Roast will...

Revisited the cottage after a long while and was really surprised at the change. (Had not been back for approx 2 years)

The staff were very friendly and helpful and tested an ale or two before settling on a lovely local IPA collab that the cottage did.

Only popped in for one but after looking at the menu and seeing food come out to someone else we decided to grab some food and had the steak the food is fantastic and most certainly worth a visit. (And exceptionally good value for money)

More traditional pub food but very well cooked.

Ales were a good selection and staff really friendly. This area of Norwich has a great selection of pubs and this one is certainly up there...

Hidden gem, off the main routes. Consciously old fashioned decor which subtly combines details from different periods, featuring wood and exposed brick which combine for a cosy, fireside atmosphere.

Service was attentive and friendly, and the food fit the setting: a mixture of country pub, continental, and modern classics. The warm scotch egg and the fried chicken strips are both superb examples from the "Snacks" menu.

Extensive and selective wine list (another time) and a good range of keg and cask ales on offer, joined by a very decent gin menu.

All in all, excellent quality fare at a very...