The Suffolk Sur-Mer

"The Aldeburgh is a fantastic little spot. Newly refurbished,it is light, airy and relaxed. The staff are attentive and friendly. The food was divine, especially the escargot! I think the prices were more than a fair reflection on the whole experience. We will be back."

"Fabulous food, hearty portions but quite pricey. If you can afford it then definitely a great experience and quality ingredients. Service was excellent and NOT rushed as other reviews have suggested."

"We dined here in the evening. The staff are professional, welcoming and have a sound knowledge of the menu. Our table was well presented and the seating comfortable. The decor is tasteful and of good quality. We were given the menu and a choice of daily specials. We shared a half dozen escargot that were most delicious in garlic and herb butter. There is good quality complimentary bread and butter provided too. My partner had the halibut with caviar on a bed of leeks for a main course which was perfectly cooked with a lovely texture and flavour. We also had a side dish of griddled half cabbage which was fabulous. The halibut was so fresh and a good size fillet. I had the hake special which was on a garlic veloute with wild garlic leaves draped across it. This dish was superb too and again very fresh and substantial in size. Very reasonably priced at £20 too. There is a very good wine list to accompliment the dishes. Our main waiter was attentive but not intrusive and gave us time to enjoy our meal and wine at leisure. He was knowledgeable and personable and obviously wants to go far in the catering/hospitality industry which we think he will. This restaurant is perfect for a romantic meal or a business one. We went here on our final night of a 3 night trip to Aldeburgh and would return just to dine here again."

"Wasn't sure what to expect as a mixed bag of reviews. The service by Rita was exemplary she knew when to come to the table and when to stay away a gift that waiting staff in this country don't often get. The food I had read in reviews was expensive this is absolutely not the case. £24 for half a lobster or £18 for a vegetarian option of that quality is very reasonably priced. The deserts were amazing, not bought in, and created with flair. My only gripe, which stopped it getting a five star review, was the price of the wines. A very well chosen and good quality list but a lot of them at a 300% mark up which is the reason everyone is saying it's an expensive restaurant. I read the review about someone being told how much corkage was then being charged double. My advice is, unless you are an Aldeburgh ya-ya and money is no object, choose your wine wisely and you will without doubt have the best dining experience in the town."

"Absolutely superb, from the entrance to the exit, not a single fault. The atmosphere is easy yet sophisticated, the kind of place when it clears a little, a corner where you can imagine lovers embraced, gently swaying to the music. Attentive, professional staff, beautiful, lightly decadent scrumptious food. An asset to Aldeburgh. Would make a perfect Sunday afternoon lunch spot but sadly not open. Definitely our new local dining spot. Thank you."