The Kings Arms — Restaurant in Norwich

Walked in the pub at 6pm. It felt like the Mary celeste. old boy sitting in the corner reading a newspaper was the only person in the pub. l waited at the bar for 5 mins and nobody was to be seen. l then thought l would check out the ales to see what delights were on offer. Very pleased to see Dark star APA but then saw the price. £4.90 a pint. l made a sharp exit and shall not be going back. No wonder the pub was empty. Reading the reply from the owner made me laugh. l drank in this pub for 25 years before the present owner arrived. Not once did l ever arrive to a empty bar and the prices were always very reasonable. Thank you for your offer adnams theres a reason its cheap. l would not drink it if it was free and you paid me to drink it. Your prices are extortionate perhaps you should make a visit to the fat cat nelson st. You might well learn something if you want to stay open. Please do not make references to wetherspoon, they are not pubs and in my opinion...

Since changing hands at the beginning of 2015 the Kings Arms has been somewhat blandly redecorated and lost some of its former quirky, cosy character. Ales are still pretty good quality, monthly Wednesday quiz is happily reinstated but not hitting the heights of its legendary predecessor: Rik's quiz was bound to be a hard act to follow! They still let you bring your own takeaway food in and provide plates and cutlery, this was always a big customer attraction for a pub that no longer does food itself. So far I'm encouraged to...

A great little pub on the Hall Road. I think you can bring your own food in from the nearby Chinese takeaway or the Fish and Chip Shop, which is great. Nothing beats a pint with your curry or your fish and chips. On the times I have been here, it has struck me as being a typical local pub. I had an Aspall Cyder, and a pork pie, which was for me, a rare treat. The atmosphere during my visit was friendly and it seemed to be busy in the front bar area. I will recommend it to others if you like a...