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The Chequers, Hainford, Norwich,

The Chequers, Hainford

4.4
4.4
717 Reviews
£25 and under
Gastro Pub

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
Welcome to The Chequers, Hainford | Country Pub & Dining Room | We're opening on the 17th June. Come back soon to see our new menu, crafted by Executive Chef Pete Murrell and his team.

Nestled in the Norfolk village of Hainford, you’ll find beautiful, exposed beams, authentic stone floors and open fire places inside this 18th Century thatched country pub & dining room.

A country pub through and through serving local ales, artisan spirits and a menu full of the best seasonal produce curated by Executive Chef Pete Murrell and his team. This is all underpinned by our focus on creating great experiences, an escape from everyday life, whether you’re are with us for a quick drink or dining with friends and family.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Contemporary British, Pub
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    01603 559599
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Contactless Payment, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Pete Murrell
  • Neighbourhood
    Norwich
  • Parking details
    We have a large car park in front of the pub, with easy access to the garden, patio & pub entrance.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wine

Experiences

  • Festive 2 or 3 course menu

    £26.00 - £31.00 per person

    Nov 25, 2024 - Dec 24, 2024
    Join us for a heart-warming dining experience this holiday season! From 27th November to 24th December, we're serving up a special menu that's perfect for gathering with friends, family, or colleagues. Whether you're catching up over lunch or enjoying a festive evening out, our seasonal offerings are sure to delight. Indulge in 2 courses for just £26 or make it a feast with 3 courses for £31. With each dish thoughtfully crafted to capture the flavors of Christmas, you'll find something to savor and share in the joy of the season. Don't miss out—book your table today and let the festive cheer begin!

What 717 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Norfolk/Suffolk

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Norwich

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Norwich

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Norwich

    Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Chequers in Hainford is a charming country pub known for its delicious food and attentive service. Guests rave about the "first class food" and "exceptional main course." The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, with friendly staff ensuring a pleasant dining experience. A varied menu offers something for everyone, and the portions are generous. While there are occasional service delays, the overall experience remains highly recommended, making it a must-visit for locals and visitors alike.

717 Reviews
  1. Jo

    Norfolk/Suffolk

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Taste of food superb. Really good choices on the festive menu and good value.

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  2. Karen

    Norfolk/Suffolk

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really delicious food. Good value for money and the staff were happy to put the fire on as the evening was chilly. Definitely returning again soon!!!

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  3. Richard

    Norfolk/Suffolk

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The mussel starter was delicious. We all had different mains but we were all pleased with the quality and quantity. Excellent choice of ales.

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  4. Louis

    Norfolk/Suffolk

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful cosy place with a roaring fire. Greeted by friendly and helpful staff who looked after us the whole evening. The food was beautifully presented and of a very high quality. We were a party of six and will all be returning.

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  5. Juliet

    Norfolk/Suffolk

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on December 11, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    We all throughly enjoyed our meals an the waiter was extremely attentive.

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  6. Michael

    Norfolk/Suffolk

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service and food. We felt it was very good value, the food was superb, the service was attentive without being over bearing. Would certainly go again.

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  7. Keith

    Norfolk/Suffolk

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    I have had many good meals at the Chequers, but this was not one. Rabbit terrine starter was flavourless, ended having burger for main out of desperation. Other choices were all game based which didn’t work with starter. Only so. Other diners and staff started closing up at 21:20. Had a cheese board for dessert, but the only port available was white, then ordered brandy and was served plum brandy! Staff were very young, untrained and unsupervised, they didn’t even know the difference between ale and lager! On a positive both server’s were very polite and the mussel starter was excellent.

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  8. Glenys

    Norfolk/Suffolk

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely atmosphere, friendly staff. Food delicious

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  9. Tracy

    Norfolk/Suffolk

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Sunday lunch lots of options. Excellent gluten free choices

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  10. Richard

    Norfolk/Suffolk

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great meal. Very accommodating for my 102 year grandmother. Brooke was a particularly great hostess. My only gripe is that they can’t accept tips via the card machine. We had cash but the staff must be loosing out on a lot of tips. Great experience all round.

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FAQs

The Chequers, Hainford is rated 4.4 stars by 717 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Chequers, Hainford

10 Stratton Road, Norwich, NR10 3AY

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Norwich
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–8:30 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Contemporary British, Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    We have a large car park in front of the pub, with easy access to the garden, patio & pub entrance.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Contactless Payment, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Pete Murrell
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wine
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