

Compact brasserie, with stripped flooring and painted walls, serving locally sourced fresh food.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 9 St Benedicts St, Norwich NR2 4PE, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 1603 926080
Website: http://restaurantbenedicts.com/
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The food was incredible, each plate was beautifully presented and a delight to the senses. Next time I think I’ll try the wine pairing too.
The staff were so friendly and knowledgable, dishes were served very quickly. We loved everything and would happily visit again in future!
The atmosphere was quite calm and relaxed however felt a little hard to describe other than mildly stiff and quiet at the same time (maybe just because we came as soon as they opened though)
The food was excellently executed and I dont have any complaints on its taste or technique but it felt very lacking in variety. For example I had the venison loin and whilst it was beautifully cooked it was literally 2 slices of loin with 1 carrot and a slice of pear! I was just expecting a bit more fantasy from such a highly regarded restaurant.
Im all for refined fine dining and do belive that quality over quantity is desirable but it just felt lacking in different components that could have been added to give it a bit more of a wow factor.
The cod was also beautifully cooked but again was just lacking on some extra components to really elevate it and give it that wow factor. I actively seek out michelin recommendations because I love the culinary arts and the experiences they offer. Usually it involves many things I could never have imagined of pairing together that come together on a plate to create something like ive never experienced before. But on this occasion it was quite literally 2 pieces of venison with 1 carrot and a slice of pear. Whilst it was cooked well it was just simply disappointing in terms of what I was expecting for the price point and the technical abilities of the chef.
Ive attached 3 photos.
1 was of my venison.
1 of the cod.
And another is of a zander dish (with the sauce pot on plate) I had in another restaurant that really highlights what im talking about in terms of introducing more components onto the plate to just elevate it up a notch.
Overall the food was cooked well and I have no doubt the chef is extremely talented. But the dishes just felt a bit bare and lacking that explosion of michelin recommended prowess.
The presentation of the venison was a bit sad and felt empty.
Id say the restaurant is definitely a place with the skills and ability to create good food but in my personal opinion I was just expecting a bit more of an experience on the plate but was met with 2 pieces of meat with 1 carrot and a slice of pear.
Thankyou for hosting us though and thankyou for the nice birthday details in the card and hand piped chocolate messages.
Highly recommend and we will be back for another date night!
The staff were brilliant too. Friendly, professional, and never overbearing, they really helped make the night special.
Meant to write this review a while back, it’s been some time now, we still think about that meal every now and then, and plan to go back soon.
The service was nothing short of exceptional. Attentive yet discreet, the staff anticipated every need with grace and professionalism, adding a personal touch.
And the food an absolute triumph. Each course was a celebration of flavor and artistry. From the delicate starters to the perfectly balanced mains and the exquisite dessert finale, every dish was thoughtfully crafted and immaculately presented. Ingredients were fresh, seasonal, and elevated in the most thoughtful ways.
Benedicts is more than a restaurant it’s an experience. A place where culinary excellence meets impeccable hospitality. Highly recommended for anyone seeking something truly special.
The service was exemplary as staff knew the answer to every question we asked. They handled my allergy with professionalism and zero fuss. And all so young, a real asset to the team here.
We really liked the option of picking the paired wines by the glass, as some people don’t want the full flight.
Now how to describe the food… imaginative, delicious, quality, beautiful. We are still talking about it a week later.
A must visit for a special occasion.