Following the AA Hospitality Awards 2023 in September, this is the updated list of Norfolk restaurants that hold three or four AA Rosettes for culinary excellence.
These fine dining spots in Norfolk are part of an exclusive group of eateries across the UK and The Wildebeest in Stoke Holy Cross has been bumped up this year.
The Rosettes are awarded by a team of AA inspectors and places with three "demand national recognition well beyond their local area".
Those spots with four AA Rosettes are "among the top restaurants in the UK where the cooking demands national recognition".
The highest ranking is five and this is where the "cooking compares with the best in the world".
3 AA Rosettes
1. The Wildebeest, Stoke Holy Cross
The Wildebeest in Stoke Holy Cross, near Norwich, was bumped up from two to three AA Rosettes this year and it has seen a boost in bookings since the awards ceremony.
Under the guidance of chef-patron Daniel Smith, also of The Ingham Swan, and head chef Fabio Miani, it has been recognised for its outstanding food, drink and service.
2. Benedicts, Norwich
Known for its seasonal tasting menus, this award-winning Norwich restaurant is run by Richard Bainbridge, who won BBC Two’s Great British Menu in 2015, and his wife Katja.
It was also named restaurant of the year and best for front-of-house experience at the Norfolk Food and Drink Awards 2023 and it underwent a huge refurbishment in 2022.
3. Farmyard, Norwich
Run by dynamic duo Hannah Springham and chef Andrew Jones, Farmyard is a top-notch bistro located in vibrant St Benedicts Street.
The pair also run the award-winning Farmyard Frozen nationwide delivery service and champion the four-day working week.
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4. Roger Hickman's Restaurant, Norwich
This long-running restaurant is located in the bustling Upper St Giles Street at the top of the Norwich Lanes and it offers a range of tasting menus.
Hickman earned his culinary stripes at the same address when it was home to the Michelin-starred Adlard's.
5. The Neptune Restaurant with Rooms, Hunstanton
Couple Kevin and Jacki Mangeolles relocated to Norfolk to open this coastal gem in August 2007 in an 18th-century former coaching inn.
The restaurant serves a modern British menu and it has also retained a coveted Michelin Star since 2009.
6. The Ingham Swan, Ingham
This award-winning fine dining spot with rooms is run by chef Daniel Smith and, along with The Wildebeest, both his restaurants now hold 3 AA Rosettes.
The Ingham Swan offers a very popular stay-and-dine package, which includes a seven-course taster menu and bed and breakfast.
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7. Titchwell Manor Hotel, Titchwell
Titchwell Manor has held 3 AA Rosettes since 2013 and the chef-owner is Eric Snaith, also behind budget-friendly favourites Eric's Fish and Chips and Eric's Pizza.
Under the guidance of Mr Snaith, the talented kitchen team has created a refined menu utilising local produce.
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4 AA Rosettes
8. Morston Hall, Morston
Morston Hall, near idyllic Blakeney, is the only restaurant in Norfolk to hold 4 AA Rosettes, which makes it part of a very exclusive club.
It boasts a coveted Michelin Star and the award-winning chef-patron is Galton Blackiston, who is also a regular on the BBC's Saturday Kitchen with James Martin.
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