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Overall Total Score
4.4 out of 5
Impressive | 5601 reviews

What Clare L doesn't like about The Brisley Bell:
Had been looking forward to visiting the Brisley Bell for years and finally decided to book a celebration meal there. The setting is incredible the interior design is amazing. The staff were really friendly and welcoming. But sadly that was all let down by what we were there for the food. We were expecting something pretty special but found it pretty bland and uninspiring. The cod with new potatoes and broccoli in pa... View all feedback. What User likes about The Brisley Bell:
We had an excellent experience at Brisley Bell. We had originally booked a table for 8:30 but arrived about 45 minutes early. The host kindly offered us a seating area where we could relax while waiting, and then escorted us to our table when it was ready. The selection of beers was impressive, and we had a fantastic night, staying until 11 o'clock—definitely the last ones to leave! A big thank you to Brisley Bell fo... View all feedback.

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4.6 ★ from 10 reviews

Excellent service and tasty eating the only thing that was annoying, we had 2 flying around us

From the moment you enter you are greeted with a “Genuine” smile. Bar and Restaurant staff all very welcoming, knowledgeable and wanting to help. I have no nega...

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Had a lovely night out here. Our waiter was lovely, the food was very nice and the building was beautiful. Only thing i disliked was the way one staff member sp...

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A most pleasant experience, as usual. Some bread with the starters (for mopping up sauces juices) as standard and more vegetables with the main course would hav...

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Another excellent meal with everything exceeding expectations, all set in a traditional Norfolk pub atmosphere

Opentable
4.6 ★ from 269 reviews
ElizabethW
23.08.2023 - 06:46

Our once a month treat and never disappointed, we shall return

JohnC
23.08.2023 - 06:46

We arrived on a sunny evening making the large garden seating very inviting. The staff were very friendly and knowledgeable about their food and drink. Our meal...

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AddieG
23.08.2023 - 06:46

All round lovely place love it! We have been coming to the Bell since it opened and it’s still perfect no matter what the occasion. Beautifully interior designe...

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PatriciaC
23.08.2023 - 06:46

Lovely location very friendly staff, food very good.....and very tastefully renovated.....

GrahamW
23.08.2023 - 06:46

The only issue is the lack of vegetarian options which restricts use by several people I know. Shame . Otherwise excellent in all respects re staff, service, ve...

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Google
4.6 ★ from 985 reviews
Terrence
15.12.2023 - 08:38

The Brisley Bell resides in the small village of Brisley and represents a country Inn at the highest level. The accommodation is excellent with outstandingly de...

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Gary
15.12.2023 - 08:38

First visit for a family meal . Excellent food and staff. Lovely dining area . Will be visiting again. Food drinks: Food was Excellen with good portions. Desert...

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Claire
15.12.2023 - 08:38

Applied for a job And because they saw me a year ago they won’t take application any further No reason to it Not smart!!!

Roy
15.12.2023 - 08:38

Well what can I say about this place. Simply the best looking pub I've ever been to in my life. The Gardens are fit for a King or Queen, the service exceptional...

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Jamie
15.12.2023 - 08:38

Once again turned up at 830 for a bite to eat. Three at the bar. No. Despite the bar having TWO whole people in it they weee full. I mean really. What is the po...

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Top-rated
4.6 ★ from 10 reviews
Ellie
26.10.2023 - 13:12

The food was amazing (delicious and so tasty), but I especially liked the gardens, the gardens are incredible, they must put a huge amount of effort in. The sta...

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paul
26.10.2023 - 13:12

First time at The Brisley Bell, first impressions from the outside it looks a real gem, we decided to go for Sunday Lunch, greeted with a warm smile, all staff...

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Clare
26.10.2023 - 13:12

Had been looking forward to visiting the Brisley Bell for years and finally decided to book a celebration meal there. The setting is incredible the interior des...

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Terrence
26.10.2023 - 13:12

The Brisley Bell resides in the small village of Brisley and represents a country Inn at the highest level. The accommodation is excellent with outstandingly de...

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Lee
26.10.2023 - 13:12

First time visiting Norfolk for me, so we wanted a nice pub dinner for the evening, and this place seemed to be highly recommended. And with good reason. The Su...

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Facebook
4.5 ★ from 1015 reviews
Foursquare
3.9 ★ from 8 reviews
Tripadvisor
4.6 ★ from 785 reviews
Yelp
3.9 ★ from 1 reviews
Restaurantguru
4.6 ★ from 2518 reviews

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