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The Poachers Pocket

BarsSaxmundham

4.7 out of 5 stars4.7(1,009 reviews)

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Quick info

+44 172 860 21 74
Rosemary Ln, Carlton, Saxmundham IP17 2QS, United Kingdom
£20–30

About The Poachers Pocket

The Poachers Pocket is a family-run free house pub on Rosemary Ln in Saxmundham, off the A12 in Carlton. Gluten-free options run across the menu, including a gluten-free fish and chips, a gluten-free dessert and gf lager, so guests who avoid gluten can choose across both food and drink. The kitchen also serves a Sunday roast and a garlic & parmesan chicken burger, and local beer is on draft. The building has an older section and an extension, and a private room takes large groups. Dogs are welcome.

Good to know

  • Reservations
    Accepts reservations
  • Parking
    Free parking lot · Free street parking · Paid parking lot
  • Accessibility
    Wheelchair: entrance, parking lot, restroom
  • Good for kids
    Good for kids

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Reviews

4.7/5
1,009 reviews

What reviewers say

Reviewers most often mention sunday roast dinner, gluten-free options, fish and chips and burgers.

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Customer Review Summary

Sunday roast is the main draw at The Poacher's Pocket, with reviewers praising the roast beef, sirloin, and a pork belly dinner with creamy leeks, all in generous portions they call good value. Close behind are the fish and chips, with a crispy batter and a gluten-free version, and the burgers, including a thick-patty burger and a garlic and parmesan chicken burger. Seared salmon, duck, and sea bass cooked perfectly also earn mentions. Several diners with allergies or intolerances say the staff changed the menu and catered well, and one gluten-intolerant visitor enjoyed a gluten-free lager and a shared cheesecake dessert. Reviewers describe friendly staff, well-kept local beer, and a pub that mixes old and new, and one welcomed a dog. The one complaint is parking, which a reviewer called a nightmare. One family held a 95th birthday in a private room for 20+ guests, and the staff checked in without being intrusive and served the food hot and on time.

Featured reviews

  • Harriet Fletcher
    “We had a wonderful family meal here to celebrate a very special 95th birthday, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience! From the moment we started organising the event, the staff were absolutely fantastic. Nothing was too much trouble, and they were incredibly accommodating, helpful and responsive throughout the whole process, which made arranging everything so much easier and stress-free. On the day itself, the service was excellent. We had a private room (we had 20+ guests), which was perfect for our family celebration, and the staff regularly checked in on us to make sure everything was okay without ever being intrusive. The food was delicious, served hot and right on time, and everyone thoroughly enjoyed their meal. A huge thank you to the whole team for helping make such a special occasion run so smoothly. Your kindness, professionalism and attention to detail really made a difference, and we are so grateful. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this pub for family celebrations and would happily return again!”
  • John Crossley
    “Just dropped in on the way to Great Yarmouth after following the road signs. Food was excellent, we all had the sea bass and it was perfectly cooked. Service was prompt and courteous and very friends Adams beer well kept too. Highly recommended8”
  • Tobias Warner
    “Had a lovely Sunday at The Poacher’s Pocket. We came in for a Sunday roast and had a really great time. The roast beef was absolutely delicious and really yummy. My girlfriend had the fish and chips, which was a massive portion and had a lovely crispy batter. She also has a dietary allergy, and the staff catered for this really well, which was much appreciated and made us feel very comfortable. The food was excellent, the portions were generous, and the price was really good for what we had. We’ll definitely be coming back!”
  • Tim R
    “Lovely pub, superb food, great friendly staff. Garlic & parmesan chicken burger is delicious, as is sirloin roast dinner.”
  • Jay Arkwright
    “This place is a hidden gem! Was recommended by a member of staff at Calton mears. Apart from parking being a nightmare the staff the food the atmosphere was fantastic. Lovely place if we lived this way we would definitely make it a regular visit!”

Hours

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Highlights

“The Poacher’s Pocket is a free house pub situated off the A12 in Carlton, Saxmundham. We are a family run pub. Everyone Welcome.”

  • Great beer selection
  • Great wine list
  • Live music
  • Live performances
  • Popular for solo dining

Amenities

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Accepts reservations
  • Outdoor seating
  • Dogs allowed
  • Dine-in
  • Good for kids
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  • Food at bar
  • Cozy
  • Beer
  • Food
  • Table service
  • Live music
Offerings· 4
  • Alcohol
  • Cocktails
  • Hard liquor
  • Wine
Atmosphere· 1
  • Casual
Accessibility· 2
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
Dining options· 1
  • Seating
Popular for· 1
  • Solo dining
Parking· 4
  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking
Highlights· 3
  • Great beer selection
  • Great wine list
  • Live performances
Facilities· 1
  • Restroom
Crowd· 2
  • Groups
  • Tourists

Location

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