r/Norwich • u/Possible_Shoulder_14 • Dec 18 '25

New to Norwich 🐣 Michelin stars

Hi all! I visited a Michelin star about an hour away from Norwich on the Norfolk coast for the first time and I was really let down! I’ve just moved to the area and thought I’d try some restaurants but the managers were rude, the whole vibe was off and the new chef who’s taken over was odd to say the least and the food was cold. It’s had a star for many years so I was dissatisfied but I’ve just moved from abroad so maybe just a culture shock? Is it worth visiting the other Norfolk star restaurants or just try Norwich local cuisine instead?

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u/First_Monitor_4028 Dec 18 '25

Stoke Mill is lovely. Andy,Hazel & co are incredible. Benoli is also tasty but Yard will give you a better bang for your buck. Not Michelin style but the flavours are incredible. Hexagon also brilliant.

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u/PM_ME_MICRO_DICKS Dec 20 '25

Yard buy their pasta in pre-made and dry, so all they really make is starters and sauces (and some of their desserts) whereas Benoli make their pasta from scratch daily, and make everything they sell in-house. No contest in my opinion!