The Norfolk Broads is one of England's most unique landscapes — 125 miles of navigable waterways, abundant wildlife and some surprisingly excellent food and drink. Whether you're on a boating holiday, doing a day trip or just exploring the area, here's where to eat.
Salhouse: Two Brilliant Pubs
The Stag, Salhouse
A beautifully renovated 400-year-old pub near Salhouse Broad. Head Chef Luc Breji runs a daily-changing specials menu using the finest local suppliers — including their own on-site butchery. Their legendary Thursday Pie Night (steak & ale or chicken, bacon & mushroom, with mash and gravy for £12) is one of the best value meals in Norfolk. Dog-friendly, with a lovely beer garden. You can also add truffle mash or red wine jus if you're feeling fancy.
The Lodge at Salhouse
A family-run pub in a charming 19th-century vicarage set in seven acres of countryside. Holds an AA Rosette for its excellent menu. Lovely atmosphere, great Sunday roasts and genuinely welcoming staff. Perfect for a long afternoon in the beer garden.
Hoveton/Wroxham: The Broads Hub
Larry's Pizzeria, Hoveton
Wroxham's favourite comfort food spot, located in the Riverside Centre. Their "Pizza Your Way" concept lets you build your own pizza at a flat price with up to 6 toppings — no hidden costs. The loaded fries and chilli beef burger are equally good. Rated 4.8 stars on Tripadvisor and ranked #4 of 19 restaurants in Hoveton. Brilliant for families, casual groups and anyone who wants a proper feed after a day on the water.
Strumpshaw: A Hidden Gem
The Huntsman, Strumpshaw
A beautifully reopened countryside pub near Strumpshaw Broad with a crackling log fire and a daily-changing specials board celebrating Norfolk game and seasonal produce. The short rib with mash, the deer and beer pie, and the pumpkin pie tartlet are all outstanding. Proper pub atmosphere — exactly what you want after a walk through the Broads. Worth the drive.
Fine Dining Near the Broads
If you're after something more special, The Ingham Swan is a thatched 14th-century pub run by chef-patron Daniel Smith — inventive seasonal cooking in a genuinely magical setting. And Store at Toad Hall in Loddon holds a Michelin star for its seven-course tasting menu served in a beautifully restored 700-year-old mill on the River Tas.