Harden's survey result
Summary
This pub-with-rooms (plus a sibling, The Parrot, in Aldringham) is “mostly a restaurant now, although some of the very smart locals still use it as a pub” and regulars say it remains “the social fulcrum of this very under-the-radar and incredibly exclusive resort, where discretion and good taste rule” (with “boules pitches in the gardens at patrons’ disposal during summer months”). Ratings are quite safe across the board, although there’s a feeling that “the good food has been somewhat up and down” of late.
Summary
This “very good pub” (with rooms and a “lovely garden”) attracts a good amount of feedback and is “actually more of a restaurant now as the entire place is used for dining”, but that’s all to the good given its “cooking of a calibre expected in this upscale resort”. The owners also run a sister pub, The Parrot in Aldringham.
Summary
This “jolly venue in a characterful seaside town” serves “excellent pub food, using top-quality ingredients and no silly gimmicks”. There’s something for everyone, ranging from a ‘steak deal’ to ‘vegan night’ and – given that it also functions as a B&B – breakfast is also catered for.
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Peace Place, Thorpeness, IP16 4NA
The Dolphin Inn Restaurant Diner Reviews
"Some of the food was a 2 and some a 3. My hamburger was very good. My wife's brill was just OK, however, the accompanying samphire was well cooked and very tasty. The potatoes were overcooked. Portions were large. We all wished that the cooking was a bit better. Service very good. Adams Southwold tasty as usual."
Prices
 Drinks |
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|---|---|
| Wine per bottle | £17.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £2.00 |
 Extras |
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| Bread | £0.00 |
| Service | 10.00% |
Peace Place, Thorpeness, IP16 4NA
Opening hours
| Monday | 11 am‑10 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am‑10 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am‑10 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am‑10 pm |
| Friday | 11 am‑10 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am‑10 pm |
| Sunday | 9 am‑9 pm |
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