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The Lavender House

39 The Street, Brundall, Norwich NR13 5AA, England
+44 1603 712215 ‎
Ranked #36 of 267 restaurants in Norwich
4.0 of 5 stars 48 Reviews
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Restaurant details
Good for: Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations
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48 reviews from our community

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TS0245
Contributor
19 reviews
8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2012

Had an excellent meal, the tasting menu, whilst not being terribly contemporary, was very well prepared and cooked. This is a super little place with one or two members of the waiting team who are a little bit more theatrical than they are efficient. But that's a bit snobbish I guess. Recommended. More

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Katsnap
Seoul, South Korea
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2012

Never having visited The Lavender House before, I was excited to go and it didn't disappoint. The Tasting Menu proved to be an excellent choice, as it demonstrated both the quality of ingredients and careful preparation that went in to the food. Each part of the menu was gorgeous, but particular highlights were the salad of Binham Blue [cheese] fritters,... More

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Mike S
Norwich, United Kingdom
Senior Contributor
24 reviews
3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2012

This resturant can be a little hit and miss. Last time had the taster menu and it was exceptional. other times we've come out, gone home and made a sandwich. More

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Fraser66
Norwich, United Kingdom
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews
1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2012

Lovely place with great food but thought it to be expensive for what it was. If you are looking for a special night out or romantic dinner then I would recommend this place without doubt. More

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PaulLeon
Norwich, United Kingdom
Reviewer
5 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 January 2012

I have visited The Lavender House approximately 4/5 times over the last year and every meal has been beautifuly prepared, delicious and backed up by great personal service. We were there for New Years Eve (a 9 course meal) - now, I love nice restaurants (Savoy Grill, The Ivy, Rhodes W1) but am not a 'foody' in any way.. Being... More

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NorwichGourmets
Norwich
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews
4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 January 2012

A lovely start to our Christmas which we booked at very short notice so very grateful to be fitted in. This is our local restaurant and we have visited several times and were not disappointed. Food was excellent - and served at just the right frequency. My parfait starter was delicious, as way the sea bass. A lovely setting and... More

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Lulabelle1980
Norwich
1 review
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 January 2012

At the beginning of December 2011 I visited for The Lavender House for the 2nd time. I had first visited in 2008. On my first visit I had really enjoyed every aspect of The Lavender House, apart from when we had finished our meal I had to find a staff member to bring our coffee. This time around I found... More

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Wilkointhorpe657
Norwich, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 December 2011

I have visited the Lavender House several times over the past 3-4 years but would not class myself as a regular visitor. I went there with my wife for the lunch menu as the restaurant is doing lunches on the run up to Christmas and we are both working in the evenings. The food was superb both starters were excellent... More

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humanj
Norwich, United Kingdom
2 reviews
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 December 2011

I'll keep this simple, the service good enough to pass although the wine waitress didn't hadn't heard of the most basic of wines. Food was a massive let down, the main was just a mush of meat smothered in a sauce that I didn't ask for so I had to leave the whole thing. My partners dish wasn't much better... More

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Foodsnob20
Norwich, United Kingdom
Senior Contributor
27 reviews
6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 November 2011

Excellent restaurant - worth a visit any time. A beautiful venue (easily the nicest venue restaurant in the area) - ideal for a date / romantic meal. Food is very good for the area - great service, and friendly. Not over priced for the quality served - worth a visit. More

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