Best Gastropubs in East Anglia

In total, there are 38 award winning gastropubs in East Anglia, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more food pubs listed in East Anglia? Remember at Leading Restaurants we only list gastropubs in the UK and Ireland holding an award from a major UK restaurant guide; less than 3% of the total restaurants in the UK and Ireland currently hold such an award, and the proportion of award winning gastropubs is likely even lower than this.

The best gastropub in East Anglia is The Unruly Pig in Woodbridge (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Dave Wall serves up award winning Modern Cuisine. The Unruly Pig currently holds a standard Michelin Guide listing and 3 AA Rosettes.

There are currently no gastropubs holding a Michelin Star in East Anglia, however there are 3 gastropubs holding a Michelin Bib Gourmand and 4 gastropubs holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

There are currently 36 listed AA Rosette gastropubs in East Anglia consisting of 1 gastropub holding 3 AA Rosettes, 20 gastropubs holding 2 AA Rosettes and 15 gastropubs holding 1 AA Rosette.

East Anglia, located in the enchanting embrace of the United Kingdom, offers a captivating mosaic of culinary heritage and gastropub culture that has stretched back through the centuries. Within the serene boundaries of this region, the ancient tradition of wholesome English food and inviting pubs gracefully intertwines with the modern zeitgeist of gastronomic innovation. One can practically taste the history in every morsel savoured in the revered local establishments, whether it's in the delicately constructed pie at a countryside gastropub or in the strong, traditional ale served in a pub by the coast. For the distinguished palate, the gastropub scene of East Anglia is checkered with wonderful locales. Nestled in the heart of Suffolk, The Unruly Pig is one such jewel, garnering considerable praise for its inventive and hearty fare. Then we have The Fox and Goose in Fressingfield, a 16th-century pub with a magnificent reputation for locally sourced dishes that speak volumes of the region's bountiful produce. In Norfolk, The Gunton Arms enthralls patrons with both its art-filled spaces and its exciting menu brimming with East Anglian specialities. Over in Cambridgeshire, The Three Horseshoes in Madingley crafts a memorable gastronomic journey with a focus on seasonal and regional ingredients, demonstrating the rich culinary tapestry that East Anglia certainly is. The heartfelt passion for food and the audacious creativity tucked away in these gastropubs truly make East Anglia a delightful haven for any food and pub lover.