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A 17th Century timbered inn in the rural village of Banningham. Log fires in Winter and sheltered patio and gardens in Summer.Located opposite historic church and village green.Run by the same family since 1991. Camra Good Beer Guide Listed. Cask Marque accredited.
PRICE RANGE
£7 - £25
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Drinks
CUISINES
Bar, British, Pub
FEATURES
Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Free off-street parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Gift Cards Available
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Reviewed yesterday via mobile

First time here for us, we came for the Sunday roast menu. We hadn't booked but were slotted in with no fuss at all. Great friendly staff, whilst the food was plentiful and superb. Very reasonably priced too! Having recently moved to the area it's...now our favourite pub. Will definitely be back.More

Date of visit: March 2024
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Reviewed 4 days ago

Friends who dine here regularly booked lunch for us all when we visited them it was a good choice. The menu was extensive with something for everyone to enjoy, all beautifully presented and cooked. The portions were very generous, my devilled whitebait starter doubling as...my main course. The seafood gratin and roast belly pork chosen by the others were all wonderful, as were all the desserts. I couldn’t even finish my generous chocolate brownie with ice creams. I would definitely return here if visiting again.More

Date of visit: March 2024
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Reviewed 1 week ago

Mother's Day treat. Sunday lunch absolutely out of this world. The restaurant was extremely busy but staff were exceptional. In fact each and every member of staff that looked after us went above and beyond. But, there is one member of staff that deserves an...extra thank you, that is Simon! He is an absolute gentlemen extremely smartly dressed and his personality is a pleasure to be around. Simon you are a credit to your profession, and a fantastic ambassador for The Crown at Banningham. It wasn't a easy Mother's Day for me this year, but, Simon and the staff and chefs have made what has been a sad day, into one if the nicest Mothers Day in an awfully long time. Again, thank you looking forward to seeing you all again.More

Date of visit: March 2024
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Reviewed 1 week ago

The menu offers a decent range and had a specials board which gave you more choices. The steak and kidney pudding was very tasty and generous with very nice well cooked vegetables. Fish and chips good with nice chips. Prawn starters were very tasty with...excellent bread. Service was good, friendly and welcoming. The restaurant could do with a bit more ambience. But otherwise not a bad pub.More

Date of visit: March 2024
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Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Had burger, chips and coleslaw, the meat was of excellent quality, the coleslaw was delicious, I couldn’t manage all the chips as I was saving room for pudding, glad I did! The sticky toffee pudding was to die for, best I’ve ever had and I’ve...eaten plenty as my favourite! I would go back just to eat that. Great staff, friendly and efficient, nice olde-worldie vibe, have recommended to friends to go and definitely have the sticky toffee pudding, yum yum yum 😂More

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 2 weeks ago

A lovely little pub with a pleasant atmosphere and great grub. The main course was excellent (I had the burger) but the dessert stole the show. Best sticky toffee pudding I have ever had. It was amazing.

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Always eaten here. Always first choice for food; however last night was disappointing. I Always have chicken skewers and there's now smaller portions and no coleslaw but prices not reduced. On looking at dessert menu I think £8.25 for 1 cheesecake is very overpriced and...£9.25 for 1 Sticky toffee pudding is horrendous!!! Also when we phoned to book a table for 6 30 we were told only 6.15 available. We got there for 6pm and wernt seated until nearly 7pm!! Needless to say we won't be returning. Food is still very good but understaffed, poor portion sizes and overpriced.More

Date of visit: February 2024
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Jeanette Feneron, Owner at The Banningham Crown, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

Hello Escape601139 Thank you for taking the time to post this review. Our menu was revised in November 2023 removing coleslaw from the chicken skewers. We took this decision as many customers asked for the dish without it and to reduce wastage. On our menu...More

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Went to a wake today. Waited over 1 and 1/2 hours for the food to be served. The pub was full of fumes which came from the open fire. I would say there was not enough staff to cope with the function.More

Date of visit: February 2024
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Jeanette Feneron, Owner at The Banningham Crown, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

Hello Trip3857794650 This wake was booked with the organiser who we will always liase with at such events. We were advised to serve the food when it was ready . The wake was booked at 11am and the food served at 12 noon as requested...More

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

We were treated to Sunday lunch and although they were very very busy we had a bit of a wait but it was well worth it, the service was excellent the food was excellent and prices very reasonable, enjoyed by all 4 of us. This...is not the first visit, lots in the past and maybe many more in the futureMore

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 4 weeks ago

We enjoyed a family evening on Saturday and were treated to probably the highest quality food we have experienced in any pub we’ve been to, which has been quite a few over the years. Simply superb, including the game casserole with dumpling, beef bourgignon and...chicken breast with perfectly cooked vegetables. The service was very friendly and attentive and the pub is a genuine local. An absolute pleasure.More

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 22 January 2024

We had a fabulous meal here,we were a bit late because if road closure but was no problem,very friendly,roaring fire, lovely atmosphere.Had sweet potato and chickpea curry,was warned little bit spicy,was one best curries I've had,smelt delicious and was so flavoursome, definitely had a kick.My...husband had the duck,also one best he's had.Very reasonable price and good portions.Defintely would go back if in Norfolk again.More

Date of visit: January 2024
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Reviewed 19 January 2024

What a wonderfully quaint pub, this really is. Roaring fire and great food with very helpful and friendly staff. A must for anybody passing this way! I shall without doubt be returning here again.

Date of visit: January 2024
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Reviewed 17 January 2024

I love this place. It's homely, log fires, real ale, great choice of food and drinks, and the staff are super friendly, plus the guy that runs the bar is just 'on it', you can tell he takes pride in what he's doing. We've been...in for drinks at the bar, in for meals in the garden and inside, and it's been a pleasure every time. One of my go-to places in the area. It's where the 'real' folk go too... if you know what I mean? It's not the whole North Norfolk, only set up for tourists type deal, they care about what they're doing, the locals are in there and come back time and time again. Tourists are welcome too of course. It's a really great place.More

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 13 January 2024

The staff were friendly and the service was fantastic. It’s such a cozy atmosphere and the food was some of the best we’ve had. The portions were large and used quality ingredients with meats that were tender and well seasoned. Absolutely incredible all round. This...was the second time visiting and we will definitely go back and would highly recommend.More

Date of visit: January 2024
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Reviewed 28 December 2023 via mobile

Very disappointed with the food. The ingredients seemed reasonable but the cookery was not good. Between our party we ordered 5 different main dishes on the a la carte menu. The price point should be lower for food of this quality.More

Date of visit: December 2023
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Jeanette Feneron, Owner at The Banningham Crown, responded to this reviewResponded 8 January 2024

Hello razorfield I have sent you a private message but have not received a reply advising date, name and time of booking to enable me to follow this up for you. Your review does not provide any specific information concerning the dishes so it seems...More

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I have been to this establishment and my visit did not warrant a poor report. Thus I don't quite follow your question regarding this issue.
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The Banningham Crown is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Atmosphere: 4.5