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About Thatchers Needle
Thatchers Needle is a pub at 33 Park Rd in Diss, serving cask ales alongside a food menu of pub dishes. The kitchen makes pies, including a chicken, ham and leek pie served with mash, gravy and vegetables, and lists crispy cauliflower wings and halloumi among the starters. A curry is on the menu too, and a Sunday roast is offered. A two-course set menu gives diners another way to order. Dogs are welcome inside, so owners can bring them along, and the drinks list includes liquor coffees. The pub takes walk-ins without a booking, even when it is busy.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree parking lot · On-site parking · Parking
- AccessibilityWheelchair: restroom, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention chicken, ham and leek pie, crispy cauliflower wings, dog friendly and curry.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention chicken, ham and leek pie, crispy cauliflower wings, dog friendly and curry.
Customer Review Summary
The caveat is slow, uneven service. One reviewer waited almost an hour for mains in a nearly empty pub and had to remind staff about the order. Another describes long delays, forgotten desserts and an undercooked pork mixed grill, plus small tables with no leg room. A third was disappointed that the liquor coffees came like a latte instead of black coffee with thick cream, though a discount was applied to the bill. One family who had a poor first visit were invited back by the team and found the food exceptional the second time.
Customer Review Summary
The caveat is slow, uneven service. One reviewer waited almost an hour for mains in a nearly empty pub and had to remind staff about the order. Another describes long delays, forgotten desserts and an undercooked pork mixed grill, plus small tables with no leg room. A third was disappointed that the liquor coffees came like a latte instead of black coffee with thick cream, though a discount was applied to the bill. One family who had a poor first visit were invited back by the team and found the food exceptional the second time.
Featured reviews
- Stuart Johnson
“A great find. Dog friendly which was a requirement for us. Had a lovely meal fabulous food very friendly helpful staff provided great service. Highly recommend this place. 5 stars all round.”
- david kemp
“We didn’t book, just a spur of the moment decision to stop and grab some food. Restaurant was quite busy but we were given a table without any fuss. Staff were very friendly and service was great, only a short wait for food considering how busy they were. Food was very tasty and well presented, overall a great experience.”
- Jamie Ellis
“Since our recent visit which left us dissapointed, Ali and the team were keen to rectify our experience and invited us back to ensure last time was a complete one off We can safely say that this time around the food was exceptional. The curry was fresh, tasted amazing and very filling. The kids meals were again very good, and the desserts were also fantastic Ali and the staff are so friendly and made everyone feel welcome even our puppy spaniel, this has most definitely restored our confidence and we will most certainly be coming back to try the Sunday roast again in the near future”
- Maria Wright
“Brilliant service. Great staff. Good prices. Wonderful food served. Such a lovely place to eat , lovely atmosphere and wonderful staff , very polite and friendly Great chef also”
- Jennie
“It was our 1st visit,we had seen it advertised on Facebook and the photo's of the food looked delicious. We were not disappointed,food was better than the photo's,staff were friendly and service 1st class. We will be going back 😀”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“From our perfectly-kept cask ales to our excellent menu of pub food done well, there are plenty of reasons to visit The Thatchers Needle. Celebrate all that’s best about classic British pub meals as you tuck into a juicy steak dinner, a wholesome pie, or a burger brimming with mouth-watering toppings. Whether you’re a lover of traditional pub meals or a seeker after interesting and original flavours, there’ll be something to whet your appetite on our carefully-selected menu. Our younger guests are just as spoiled for choice. Got a sweet tooth? Our dessert menu is inspired by the same combination of classic flavours and new twists. We’re pub people serving great restaurant-style food. We look forward to welcoming you to The Thatchers Need...”
- Bar games
- Great beer selection
- Great wine list
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Free parking lot
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
Show more amenities
- Dine-in
- Good for kids
- Food at bar
- Casual
- Onsite services
- Beer
- Offerings· 6
- Alcohol
- Cocktails
- Food
- Free water refills
- Hard liquor
- Wine
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Crowd· 4
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
- Accessibility· 1
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Parking· 2
- On-site parking
- Parking
- Dining options· 2
- Seating
- Table service
- Highlights· 3
- Bar games
- Great beer selection
- Great wine list
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
Location
Bars near Thatchers Needle
- White Hart at Roydon4.59721.2 mi£20–30ReservationsWheelchair accessibleOutdoor seating
home made chips, beer garden, generous portions
- 8.5 mi away£10–20ReservationsGood for kidsTakeout
sunday roast, burgers and topped fries, the beer garden
- The Stag4.51,2479.9 mi away
carvery, crispy roast potatoes, yorkshire puddings
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thatchers NeedleReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.02,274 | — | £20–30 | chicken, ham and leek pie, crispy cauliflower wings, dog friendly |
| White Hart at RoydonReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.5972 | 1.2 mi | £20–30 | home made chips, beer garden, generous portions |
| The Swan Public House & The Old Coaching Inn CafeReservations · Good for kids · Takeout | 4.5185 | 8.5 mi away | £10–20 | sunday roast, burgers and topped fries, the beer garden |
| The Stag | 4.51,247 | 9.9 mi away | — | carvery, crispy roast potatoes, yorkshire puddings |
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