Ship Inn in Suffolk Coastal

Poor service. Two other tables who were seated after us were served before us. I even got up twice to place an order at the bar and was told to take a seat and someone would come and take my order. Other tables who ordered after us got served their food before us. If it wasn't for the vegetarian option for my daughter, I would have gone to the fish and chip shop, I would certainly have got served quicker and saved some money.

What a fantastic pub. We - and our little dog - were made welcome by very friendly staff. The food was delicious (what better place to have fish & chips) and reasonably priced. Good selection of real ales, great location, couldn't ask for more.

Stopped for a couple of drinks and what a gem! The garden is beautiful and we were lucky to have had such a day to enjoy it. The staff were friendly and prices about what I'd expect, not over the top. Will definitely return, hopefully for food next time.

Service was all right but it does seem that three people need to make a decision as to whether or not they have a table... Food was good, the beer was excellent and, when the food was brought to the table, the staff were cheerful and friendly BUT (and this is a huge "but" for a pub) 10% service charge was automatically added to the bill. This is a pub not a restaurant... The food was good, service was acceptable but to add a service charge automatically in a pub is absolutely beyond the pale. It wasn't until I looked at the bill closely that I even noticed. To my mind, no establishment should ever under any circumstances automatically add a service charge. Soured what had been, until then, a pleasant lunch.Would it stop me going again? Maybe not but I would certainly think twice and take a good look at the bill.

Went to the Ship for lunch. Beautiful sunny day helped, food was OK and a bit pricey. Service was cheerful enough, although they are not very trusting since you pay before you even see your food!Great location, beautiful garden to the rear with plenty of seating. If you're in Dunwich it's the place to go (well, it's the only place)!

Really disappointed with our visit. Terrible value for money. £19.50 for a very poor Sunday roast. Beef had visible layer of fat, dry tasteless roast potatoes and overcooked cabbage. The menu includes cauliflower cheese but this was non existent on the serving. We weren't asked if we would like sauces nor did anyone return to the table to check how the food was. The menu choices were very limited and over complicated. A much simpler offering would be more suitable for most people. Service was slow/non existent. We had to ask for a dessert menu and for the table to be cleared after our main course. To then find a 15% service charge had been added was insulting! We weren't seated in the main restaurant, which wasn't by any stretch full. We were in a cold conservatory with two other tables both with dogs who frequently barked. We were out with two children, both scared of dogs and this caused much frustration. It was a very expensive and disappointing evening. Such a shame as it's a lovely pub in a lovely position and could be so much better.

Lovely food, really quirky and interesting building.Staff were brilliant, really kind and welcoming, from the person who took our reservation to those who served us. Really helpful and absolutely laid back when my dog slipped his lead and ran into the bar. 🙄

Good service and value for money. Lovely drinks and food and nice atmosphere. Very accommodating as we arrived outside of the kitchen usual opening hours. Even facilities were nice! And perfect finishing spot after a long hike!!

We enjoyed our stay in one of the new bedrooms overlooking the back garden. It was much smaller though it looked in the photo on the website! Glad we only had a small dog! Service wasn't good due to a shortage of staff but food was very good. I ended up having to go and find someone to take our order at breakfast and had to chase them up at dinner when our drinks didn't arrive. Had the roast beef which was delicious but would have been nice if i had been asked if i wanted any sauces.

Delicious food. We went for a light lunch after a long Sunday walk, we ended up having starters off the menu, soup and ham hock terrine with 2 teas, over £20, we thought this was a bit pricey but can'tfault the food which was delicious. A lovely atmosphere. Dogs welcome, there were alot of very well behaved dogs in the bar. Well worth a visit.