The Lodge Countryhouse in Broadland

First impressions from arriving were looking promising, though it wasn't to last. Decor was from the 70/80's which to be fair added to the ambiance, the service from Olivia was fine and helpful, friendly, , the menu complimented the decor-70/80's, the quality of it, poor to say the least,when it arrived, which felt like an age (only two other people in the restaurant) over cooked steak(also advertised as 10oz uncooked weight but I'd bet my professional career that it wasn't- more like 7/8oz), deep fried mushrooms, frozen chips (frozen aren't demonic though they were advertised as "hand cut/home made" which was my gripe)the rest of our party were ok, just ok. Overall, The Lodge felt like it lacked management, some one in charge, we were on holiday which meant it wouldn't need our regular custom, I'm guessing from the location that we're not unusual in that fact. I wouldn't go back, but oh, did I complain or mention my issues at the time, of course not it woyld be rude, it was my birthday and someone else was paying.

Great place for a relaxing meal and drink. Staff all very helpful.Large range of beers and lagers. Have spent many happy times here. Good live music from time to time. Landlord quite a character.