Restaurants in Southwold

Coasters 12 Queen St, Southwold
Coasters
English • $$

Coasters

12 Queen St, Southwold

It was our first time in Southwold and what a nice experience with a varied menu, great food and very friendly staff. I would definitely recommend it as a place to eat.

  • Superb401 Reviews 4.7
ninedeli 9 Pinkney's Ln, Southwold
ninedeli
Modern British • $$

ninedeli

9 Pinkney's Ln, Southwold

As a local resident of Southwold I can honestly say this is one of my favourite eateries to frequent! I went in for an ice coffee and a sandwich to have on the beach for lunch... It looked so good I didn't even make it out of my car before inhaling the thing like I'd never eaten before! Lovely fresh food, lovely man working there and I advise anyone who hasn't been in, to go and see for yourselves. Very impressed...

  • Drive-Through
  • Superb189 Reviews 4.7
The Black Dog Deli Walberswick, Southwold
The Black Dog Deli
Delis • $$

The Black Dog Deli

Walberswick, Southwold

The perfect pit stop for a walk on the coast.
If you know Walberswick you know Blackdog & what hardwork this family run business put in to provide a quality offering.

  • Takeaway
  • Superb76 Reviews 4.9
Adnams Brewery Sole Bay Brewery, E Green, Southwold
Adnams Brewery
Brewery • $$$$

Adnams Brewery

Sole Bay Brewery, E Green, Southwold

Fantastic visit of the brewery, led by Rob and Roger. Friendly staff, engaging explanations and a tour of the site, followed by a tasting several of the beers. We extended the tour with a charcuterie board and more beer at the Tap Room, which was well worth it. Highly recommended.

  • Superb54 Reviews 4.9
Southwold Boating Lake Tea Room 71 North Rd, Southwold
Southwold Boating Lake Tea Room
Cafe • $$

Southwold Boating Lake Tea Room

71 North Rd, Southwold

We had afternoon tea one of which was gluten free. It was delicious. I booked the gf afternoon tea the day before, given them time to prepare. The afternoon tea was good value for money

  • Drive-Through
  • Superb56 Reviews 4.8
Pit Stop Cafe York Rd, Southwold
Pit Stop Cafe
Cafe • $$

Pit Stop Cafe

York Rd, Southwold

A wonderful relaxed and friendly atmosphere.The food is freshly prepared but there can be a wait for it. There is a good selection on the menu to suit all tastes.A great place for families and very child friendly.
It is truly unique!

  • Drive-Through
  • Superb53 Reviews 4.8
The Lord Nelson The Lord Nelson, 42 East St, Southwold
The Lord Nelson
Pub • $$

The Lord Nelson

The Lord Nelson, 42 East St, Southwold

We only had drinks here as the restaurant had closed at 8.30, the food looked lovely though.
The staff were amazing, very clean bar, very friendly pub.
We will definately visit again.

  • Drive-Through
  • Superb180 Reviews 4.5
Dining at Sutherland House 56 High St, Southwold
Dining at Sutherland House
Food And Drink • $$$$

Dining at Sutherland House

56 High St, Southwold

This was probably our 4th visit to Sutherland House over quite a few years. We visited with friends and managed to bag their only table for four which was good. Service was friendly and the food was excellent as always. I enjoyed the sole for a main & bread and butter pudding for dessert.

  • Delivery
  • Superb33 Reviews 4.8
Suzie's Cafe Promenade, Southwold
Suzie's Cafe
Cafe • $

Suzie's Cafe

Promenade, Southwold

Was recommended to Suzie's by a local shop owner while here on holiday. So glad I went! Great choice. I ordered the Homemade Mackerel Pate with Sourdough Toast. Simply the best I've ever had. Big chunks of fish and plenty of it, served with salad. Toffee, Banana and Pecan loaf to finish. Delightful! Staff so lovely too. Amazing ice cream flavours on offer - shame I had no room for one! Highly recommend, you'll not be disappointed.

  • Drive-Through
  • Superb90 Reviews 4.5
Harbour Café Blackshore, Southwold
Harbour Café
Cafe • $

Harbour Café

Blackshore, Southwold

Wonderfully welcoming restaurant with fabulous staff who found time to chat even though the restaurant was very busy. Good food and wine, lovely atmosphere and attractive room by the river

  • Drive-Through
  • Superb32 Reviews 4.7
Sole Bay Fish Company 22E Blackshore, Southwold
Sole Bay Fish Company
Seafood • $$

Sole Bay Fish Company

22E Blackshore, Southwold

Staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. The food was absolutely fantastic and the by far the best fish and chips I have ever had the pleasure of eating! (The portion of chips in the photo, is only half a portion)

  • Drive-Through
  • Superb277 Reviews 4.4
Sole Bay Inn Southwold 7 E Green, Southwold
Sole Bay Inn Southwold
Pub • $$

Sole Bay Inn Southwold

7 E Green, Southwold

9th March 2026...Lovely friendly pub great food freshly cooked and and very tasty ,super selection of drinks. Staff were very welcoming and friendly. Top pub 10 out of 10...?

  • Drive-Through
  • Superb240 Reviews 4.3
Southwold & Reydon Chinese 22 Fountain Way, Reydon, Southwold
Southwold & Reydon Chinese
Chinese Takeaway • $$

Southwold & Reydon Chinese

22 Fountain Way, Reydon, Southwold

On holiday nearby, we decided to give them a try.
Directions were spot on and, despite the location and facade being unorthodox, once inside we couldn't fault it.
Service was friendly and accommodating to our special requests and the seating in the waiting area was comfy ....not that we needed it for long! The food was cooked quickly despite them appearing to be quite busy (the phone rang several times and other people came in to collect phone orders) and was still piping hot when we got it home 10 mins later and was one of the best Chinese takeaways we have ever had.
Just be aware that although they do take card payment, they prefer cash.

  • Takeaway
  • Drive-Through
  • Good76 Reviews 4.2
Harbour Inn Black Shore, Southwold
Harbour Inn
Pub • $$

Harbour Inn

Black Shore, Southwold

Great atmosphere we went back twice in three days. The curried parsnip soup with lovely bread and a superb chowder with so much smoked haddock it was so filling.

  • Drive-Through
  • Good243 Reviews 4.2
Anchor at Walberswick The St, Walberswick, Southwold
Anchor at Walberswick
Bar • $$

Anchor at Walberswick

The St, Walberswick, Southwold

Just wanted to say what a really memorable experience we had this evening. Service done properly, food cooked and presented properly. Normally we have to go abroad for this level of care to detail. Well done to the team here at the Anchor. We wish you all the best for the future and thank you for a lovely evening.

  • Drive-Through
  • Good189 Reviews 4.1
The Clockhouse Pier, N Parade, Southwold
The Clockhouse
Cafe • $$

The Clockhouse

Pier, N Parade, Southwold

Perfect location on the pier, friendly service, good selection of cakes and saviories. Forget your chain coffee shops, go support a local establishment, you wont regret it.

  • Drive-Through
  • Good52 Reviews 3.5
Marks Fish Shop 32 High St, Southwold
Marks Fish Shop
Fish & Chips • $

Marks Fish Shop

32 High St, Southwold

We visited fish & chips southwold last Friday & it was outstanding, the best haddock and chips I have had for years. The batter was light and crispy and the fish so fresh and a good size for a medium. The curry sauce was delicious too. The staff were friendly, accommodating and engaged with us. I would highly recommend eating here and will definitely be going back again. Well done to everyone. The only shame is I didn’t take a photo of our meal for the review but will on my next visit At £31 for 2 including drinks and a side dish it’s very reasonable too

  • Takeaway
  • Drive-Through
  • Good135 Reviews 3.5
Beach Bistro Pier, Southwold
Beach Bistro
Fish & Chips • $$

Beach Bistro

Pier, Southwold

Great fish and chips! I have been going for several years during summer holidays and think it's excellent. The chips are just as chip shop chips should be, the fish and batter are right, and the battered sausage is the best I have ever had (it's a 'real' sausage like you might get from a butcher, rather than the usual dubious bangers served up elsewhere, and the batter is thick, crunchy and fresh as they shift a lot of stock so things don't seem to sit around). Service was excellent during my latest trip when I visited five or six times, often just for a battered sausage as a snack - unhealthy, yes.

  • Drive-Through
  • Poor76 Reviews 2

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