The Brook Inn - Ipswich

Even on a cold Tuesday lunchtime the pub was so busy. Everybody enjoying their food and drinks. Service was perfect, and good atmosphere. The portions were huge, maybe too large for most . The menu and specials board were very tempting. Well done the Brook, we will return soon.

Was literally no place better than this so far. Younger boy serving was professional, accurate and polite and the food came absolutely perfect. Not a long wait and it was insane. The pie was just fab, mushroom and truffle oil, and had lots of gravy just as you would want! The loaded fries side were ordered as main and these were large and perfectly covered! The whole experience was just perfect and I can't wait to go back!!

Nice surroundings, pleasant and helpful staff. Food is good and fresh, the only drawback is the prices they charge are on the steep side. A meat pie with vegetables at over £17 is not good value. All the other dishes are expensive too with burger and chips, fish and chips over £16. Heaven help you if you went to the specials board as most items over £20.

Fancied somewhere different. Rang to book a table, they kindly squeezed us in on a busy Friday night. The place was buzzing, with a great atmosphere. A good mix of diners; families, couples and friends catching up. Plenty of staff serving and behind the bar, they all seemed very organised. We were served promptly by Kacey, who was very polite and friendly and helped to answer our questions. On their recommendation we tried the deep fried gherkins.. they were gorgeous! Generous enough portion for two to share as a starter, came with sweet chilli dip, scrumptious! Had ham egg and chips for one and pie with chips and veg for other. All beautifully cooked, generous portions, no skimping on quality.. in particular the ham was “proper” nice ham and the veg was the nicest we’ve eaten out in a long while, especially the red cabbage, again “proper” just like mum used to do it! Finished with a brulee each, it was just perfect. Really happy with everything, our thanks to all the team at The Brook… we will definitely be back

Went for lunch with Mum for her birthday. Didn’t book but luckily was found a table. Will book next time as very busy but the food was delicious, the service was perfect. All homemade and defo worth a visit.