The Malt and Mardle — Restaurant in Norwich

It's biggest strength is probably it's biggest weakness. We visited during a VERY busy time during an ale trail and it was rammed. It prides itself on being a microbrewery, which counted against it during my visit as they were having to turn people away, and when we were able to get a seat the mardle bit (general chat) was lost as there were so many raised voices and we could hardly hear one another.

The 2 servers on duty were polite and efficient and there was a good variety of drinks for such a small location. I imagine that in less busy times it would be a great little pub to visit and I certainly wouldn't rule out...

A fantastic first experience with some of finest ales and keg beer on offer, with a great attentive service. Full of knowledge without pretension. Undoubtedly there will be something to suit everyone’s tastes.

Overall it reminded heavily of hole in wall bars found in Europe, with that warm and welcome feelings. Still carrying a uniquely British pub feel.

This fine all be it micro establishment is a credit to the city and its owners and staff, it’s respect for tradition and history is evident but possess a modern inclusive approach.

ps some great pub games on offer...

I totally admire these guys for opening a micro pub at these difficult times. Very friendly staff and intimate venue. My advice should anyone care to listen. CAMRA think they are the beer Mafia. They spend hours sipping on a sub £2:50 half as the thought of paying any more no matter what effort has been put in to producing it makes their ample frames shudder. A small venue like this will survive by serving quality top dollar beer that people will travel for. Not having four 20+ stone CAMRA guys taken up a table for two hours sipping 4 halves...