If you are looking for a full English breakfast, a light lunch, or a sumptuous evening meal, Ipswich has a great range of cafes, pubs and restaurants serving quality foods with excellent customer service. If it’s great real Ale you’re after, we’ve included the Ipswich Public House awarded the national winner of the best Cask Beer Pub 2013. And we couldn’t forget the annual Beer Festival which takes place at Ipswich Waterfront – we’ve tagged it to the end of the list.
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Alaturka Turkish Restaurant |
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| Address: | 9 Great Colman Street, Ipswich, IP4 2AA | Telephone: | 01473 233448 | ||
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| Traditional Turkish cuisine, in modern surroundings. If you are looking for freshly prepared authentic Turkish meals along with good customer service then Alaturka is a restaurant to add to your list. | |||||
| Additional Information | Open 7 days a week from 12 noon. Price ££ |
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Aqua Eight |
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| Address: | 8 Lion Street, Ipswich, IP1 1DQ | Telephone: | 01473 218989 | ||
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| Fine dining with a mix of Asian influences Aqua Eight is a real gem, set right in the centre of Ipswich. Offering the highest standards in customer service, matched with excellent cuisine, and a restaurant setting that parallels their restaurants in London and Cambridge. | |||||
| Additional Information | Open Tuesday to Saturday, lunch times from 12 noon, evenings from 6pm. Open Sundays from 5.30pm. Price: £££ |
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Arlingtons Brasserie |
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| Address: | 13 Museum St, Ipswich, IP1 1HE | Telephone: | 01473 230293 | ||
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| If you’re looking for a coffee and a light bite, the ground floor French-themed café offers a wide and varied menu. Renowned for its French bistro cooking set Arlingtons is also famous for its unusual upstairs restaurant layout with its gallery seating, and a programme of musical events to enjoy whilst you dine. | |||||
| Additional Information | Open every day from 8am until 10pm. Early evening closing on Sundays and Mondays. Price: ££ |
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Aurora |
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| Address: | The Tented Building, Helena Road, Ipswich, IP3 0BT | Telephone: | 01473 857027 | ||
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| Overlooking the Ipswich Waterfront this is a fine dining restaurant with elegance and a stunning view to match. Visit Aroura for truly delicious modern British cuisine and an extensive cocktail bar. | |||||
| Additional Information | Open Tuesday to Sunday 12 noon to 10pm (closed Sunday evenings and Monday) Price £££ |
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Cult Cafe |
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| Address: | James Heir Building, University Avenue, Ipswich, IP3 0FS | Telephone: | 01473 338166 | ||
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| A great modern café offering freshly cooked contemporary cuisine. How about brunch, fresh coffee and relax over the daily papers, whilst you take in the stunning views of Ipswich Waterfront? Or maybe visit during the evening, where you can sample the great range of British beers and enjoy the regular live events. | |||||
| Additional Information | Open from 8am Monday to Saturday, 9am on Sundays. Closing times vary between 11pm & 1am. Price £ |
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The Last Anchor |
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| Address: | Ipswich Haven Marina, New Cut East, Ipswich IP3 0EA | Telephone: | 01473 214763 | ||
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| Fine dining restaurant with additional outside seating, and a restaurant which overlooks the marina. A great place to enjoy breakfast, before taking a walk around the waterfront. The Last Anchor offers a special set menu Monday to Friday evenings, a la carte menu Monday to Saturday evenings and a Sunday lunch menu. | |||||
| Additional Information | Open seven days a week, serving breakfast from 9-11am, lunch from 12 noon to 2.30pm and dinner 6.30-9.30pm. Price ££ |
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Milsoms – Kesgrave Hall |
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| Address: | Hall Road, Kesgrave, Ipswich, IP5 2PU | Telephone: | 01473 333741 | ||
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| In addition to being a luxury boutique hotel, Milsoms Kesgrave Hall has a busy, modern restaurant, offering a great selection of British cuisine. Visit the bar and brasserie for food and/or drinks, relax in the lazy lounge area or (weather permitting) soak up the sun on the large terrace which overlooks the sweeping lawns. Why not take Afternoon Tea at this beautiful location on the outskirts of Ipswich? | |||||
| Additional Information | Open seven days a week, full menu available from 12 noon. Booking not required. Breakfast available 9-11am, and Afternoon Tea is served between 3-5pm. Price ££ |
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Museum Street Café |
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| Address: | Westgate House, Museum Street, Ipswich, IP1 1HQ | Telephone: | 01473 232393 | ||
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| Award winning vegetarian and vegan café right in the heart of Ipswich town centre. Serving freshly prepared meals using seasonal vegetables, you can eat in or take away. There is also limited street tables and chairs for outdoor eating. The Museum Street Café was recently named Runner Up in the OFM 2013 Best Ethical Restaurant. | |||||
| Additional Information | Open Monday to Friday 9am to 4.30pm, and Saturday 11am to 4.30pm Price £ |
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Saints Cafe |
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| Address: | 3a St Peter's Street, Ipswich, IP1 1XF | Telephone: | 01473 251438 | ||
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| Situated in St Peters Street, a short walk from the town centre, and close to the waterfront is where you will find Saints Cafe. During summer months you can enjoy eating al fresco, and soak up the scenery, and spend time watching the world go by. | |||||
| Additional Information | Open from 8am to 4pm Monday and Tuesday, and 5pm Wednesday to Saturday Price £ |
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Suffolk Food Hall |
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| Address: | Wherstead, Ipswich, IP9 2AB | Telephone: | 01473 786610 | ||
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| Suffolk Food Hall offers you the best in food and drink – a food hall, home and garden centre, a café and a Cookhouse restaurant – your ultimate food and drink heaven! Using local produce and seasonal recipes, eating at the Cookhouse is always a pleasure. And what’s more, the restaurant is situated on the banks of the River Orwell. The views from the restaurant are amazing – don’t take our word for it, visit and see for yourself. | |||||
| Additional Information | Open Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 6pm, Friday and Saturday 8.30am to 10.30pm, and Sunday 9am to 4.30pm Price ££ |
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The Aboretum |
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| Address: | 43 High Street, Ipswich, IP1 3QL | Telephone: | 01473 222177 | ||
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| If you are looking for quality food in a Public House environment then you have found it. The Aboretum serves contemporary British cuisine, fine wines and real ales, where customers can sample the best produce from land, sea, grape and hop. A great example of a real British pub, combining food, drink and engaging bar staff. | |||||
| Additional Information | Open every day from 12 noon. Price ££ |
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The Brewery Tap |
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| Address: | Cliff Road Dock Estate, Cliff Road, Ipswich, IP3 0AT | Telephone: | 01473 22501 | ||
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| The Brewery Tap is one of Ipswich’s finest Free Houses, offering a great selection of ales, English lagers and local ciders. The restaurant includes a wide selection of meals using locally sourced produce, and there are regular themed evenings, events and live music. A favourite pub amongst the locals of Ipswich. | |||||
| Additional Information | Open seven days a week. Times vary so check the website for opening hours. Price £ |
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The Dove Inn |
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| Address: | 76 St Helen's Street, Ipswich, IP4 2LA | Telephone: | 01473 211270 | ||
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| Winner of the Great British Pub Awards Cask Ale Pub of the Year 2013 The Dove Inn is widely regarded in Ipswich as a real favourite for real ale. Serving wooden barrels, Speciality Ales, English and Foreign bottles, ciders, as well as wines and spirits, the Dove Inn is a popular and lively bar with great atmosphere. | |||||
| Additional Information | Open seven days a week, 12 noon to midnight (closing at 11pm on Sunday) Price £ |
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The Greyhound |
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| Address: | 9 Henley Road, Ipswich, IP1 3SE | Telephone: | 01473 252862 | ||
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| The Greyhound is a fabulous Ipswich pub offering a great selection of food. With a great value bar menu, Sunday brunch menu, football menu, and lunch for a fiver menu, you are certain to find something to suit your budget and your taste. Great atmosphere and friendly bar staff too! | |||||
| Additional Information | Open seven days a week. Restaurant times and bar opening times vary so check website for details. Price £ |
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The Town House |
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| Address: | 4A Orwell Place, Ipswich, IP4 1BB | Telephone: | 01473 230254 | ||
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| The Town House restaurant is located in the centre of Ipswich, and offers a great selection of English and European cuisine. The food is locally sourced, freshly prepared and absolutely delicious. This is a small and intimate restaurant with attentive staff providing excellent customer service. | |||||
| Additional Information | Open Monday to Saturday for lunch and dinner, 11am to 11pm Price ££ |
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Ipswich Beer Festival |
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| Address: | Orwell Quay, The Waterfront, Ipswich, IP3 0BW | Telephone: | |||
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| The Ipswich Beer Festival is an annual tradition in Ipswich. For beer enthusiasts and for those who want to try new beers, the Festival gives you the opportunity to sample a wide range of local, national and international beers. | |||||
| Additional Information | For more information on public houses in Ipswich serving real ale check out the Suffolk CAMRA website. | ||||
