Reviews

Overall Total Score
3.7 out of 5
Very good | 12159 reviews

What Steve likes about The Swan Inn - Norwich:
Located on the riverfront, this restaurant unfortunately does not have mooring options currently. There is limited free local mooring available, but it is recommended to arrive early or be lucky to secure a spot. The restaurant is housed in a charming historic building that is well-maintained and conveniently located near local parking. The breakfast offered is delicious and the service is friendly, although some may... View all feedback. What ClaireB doesn't like about The Swan Inn - Norwich:
We had warned the kitchen beforehand that my husband was allergic to eggs. The dessert they bought out was not the same as on the menu so the allergy food folder wasn’t any use as it didn’t have the dessert in. So it came out and my husband started to eat it and realised that the dessert had eggs in. He suffered badly all day and we had to go to the pharmacy. They did not seem very bothered. If my son had been with u... View all feedback.

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Gastroranking-it
2.6 ★ from 50 reviews
Donna
24.07.2024 - 09:15

We arrived a bit early for our 1pm booking, long queue at the bar but on explaining were shown to our table no problem didn't have to wait in line. Thank you la...

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Jennifer
24.07.2024 - 09:15

Arrived at pub for lunch as on day boat up river weather was horrendous so they were very busy but seated quickly and orders taken drinks did take a while to co...

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Michael
24.07.2024 - 09:15

The organisation in this place is an absolute shambles. I would be ashamed to be in charge of this place AND I would treat my customers with a damn sight more r...

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Judy
24.07.2024 - 09:15

Maybe we hit a bad day, but it was all organised inefficiently. The waitress took our orders, but 2 of our group of 5 received the wrong meal. And indeed the ne...

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Donna
24.07.2024 - 09:15

Arrived at 14.40 signs were saying kitchen shut at 15.00 so was a bit concerned. Was advised by staff if we got seated quickly we could order food...booking had...

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Menu
3.7 ★ from 49 reviews
Joseph
17.06.2022 - 05:30

Nice eating and a nice evening. our waitress evie was excellent and the service was very efficient. we both really enjoyed classes. we started with two excellen...

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Ulrike
17.06.2022 - 05:30

Last night we had a beautiful Valentine's Day meal. good food presented beautiful, good ambiente, good service and very reasonable for the quality of food. not...

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Marco
17.06.2022 - 05:30

Beautiful experience. the staff was friendly and helpful and the service was before place. we all enjoyed the food and will definitely visit again.

Gregor
17.06.2022 - 05:30

We had booked a table a week in advance, and when we arrived were shown to an empty room beyond the toilets, freezing cold, tinny music coming out of a wall spe...

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Marlies
17.06.2022 - 05:30

Fantastic location and staff very friendly but … despite a 7.30 booking they had run out of lamb, beef and the steak that was ordered medium rare came back medi...

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Tripadvisor
3.4 ★ from 2254 reviews
peterprestage
16.03.2024 - 04:28

We found that all the staff were Very friendly and nothing was too much trouble The Food was well presented with wide choice Our bedroom was clean tidy The Pub...

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James
16.03.2024 - 04:28

We highly recommend the Swan Inn, the food was lovely which a great selection. Also the staff especially Jayden were very attentive, Furthermore a great place t...

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350andyh
16.03.2024 - 04:28

Approached the Swan Inn from the river in a small boat with a friend, prior to meeting 4 other friends for lunch. I moored the boat, hopped out (quite literally...

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kit
16.03.2024 - 04:28

Had a lovely evening meal. Really friendly staff, especially Jayden and they were very kind and welcoming to our dogs especially.

charoh996
16.03.2024 - 04:28

We stayed for 3 nights and had a fabulous time. Food was great and the staff (Jordon, Jayden, JoJo, Ruby, Ben, Jono, Diogo and Paul) were so incredibly friendly...

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Thefork
3.9 ★ from 27 reviews
Jo
19.01.2024 - 04:20

Fantastic setting. Our table was by the window which was perfect, overlooking the broad. Quick and cheerful service. Varied menu with more than adequate portion...

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Danny
19.01.2024 - 04:20

WOW excellent staff amazing menu and great wine list ????????my wife had sea bass and loved it I don’t usually have a burger but our waitress recommended the si...

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Jacquie
19.01.2024 - 04:20

We enjoyed our meal at the swan today. The food is fine for pub food. The staff as usual were very nice and efficient

Minnie
19.01.2024 - 04:20

Very friendly staff. Attentive and polite. Disappointing selection of vegan options. We always know that the range at a pub will be small but two dishes was all...

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Alex
19.01.2024 - 04:20

Lovely setting. Heard good things about the food but it was disappointing. Had Sunday roast beef and it was cold, everything was under done. I feel that maybe i...

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Opentable
4.0 ★ from 13 reviews
irisheyes
12.05.2024 - 03:31

We had a wonderful dining experience at this restaurant. We were not hurried and the food was superb, although the pizza oven was out of order which disappointe...

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JusticeL
12.05.2024 - 03:31

The server who assisted us was extremely friendly and eager to cater to our needs. The food was delicious and the atmosphere was pleasant. It was a bit loud due...

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ClaireB
12.05.2024 - 03:31

We had warned the kitchen beforehand that my husband was allergic to eggs. The dessert they bought out was not the same as on the menu so the allergy food folde...

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BusyBee
12.05.2024 - 03:31

Gathering with friends for lunch every month.

Facebook
3.8 ★ from 373 reviews
Foursquare
3.2 ★ from 22 reviews
Google
4.0 ★ from 2331 reviews
Yelp
3.0 ★ from 3 reviews
Gastroranking-uk
3.4 ★ from 4095 reviews
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4.0 ★ from 2941 reviews
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