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The Moorings

Norfolk, Blakeney - Modern British - Restaurant - ££

Overall Rating: Good

Uniqueness:Does the establishment stand out in the context of the local area? Good

Deliciousness:How delicious is the food? Good

Warmth:How warm is the service and the hospitality in general? Good

Strength of recommendation:How enthusiastically and widely would you recommend the establishment? Good

The sand dunes, shingle and marshy expanses of Blakeney Point Nature Reserve are a lure for birdwatchers and seal-spotters, while sailing types descend on the quay for nautical messing about; day-trippers, meanwhile, simply drop by for the bracing breezes, seascapes and estuary walks. Overlooking it all, just a few skips up the High Street, is Angela Long’s Moorings – a 'consistently good bistro over the years'. Inside, it looks every inch the family-run business, with sunny yellow walls, rustic furniture, wood-framed mirrors, the odd piscine embellishment and daughter Charlotte running front of house. Not surprisingly, fish from the local boats gets a good airing on the dinner menu, from bowls of clam and smoked haddock chowder to gremolata-crumbed sea bass with salsa verde and smoked oyster mayo. Locally reared meat, seasonal gleanings and Norfolk game also have their say (venison loin paired with red cabbage and juniper-spiked celeriac purée, perhaps), while Angel...

The sand dunes, shingle and marshy expanses of Blakeney Point Nature Reserve are a lure for birdwatchers and seal-spotters, while sailing types descend on the quay for nautical messing about; day-trippers, meanwhile, simply drop by for the bracing breezes, seascapes and estuary walks. Overlooking it all, just a few skips up the High Street, is Angela Long’s Moorings – a 'consistently good bistro over the years'. Inside, it looks every inch the family-run business, with sunny yellow walls, rustic furniture, wood-framed mirrors, the odd piscine embellishment and daughter Charlotte running front of house. Not surprisingly, fish from the local boats gets a good airing on the dinner menu, from bowls of clam and smoked haddock chowder to gremolata-crumbed sea bass with salsa verde and smoked oyster mayo. Locally reared meat, seasonal gleanings and Norfolk game also have their say (venison loin paired with red cabbage and juniper-spiked celeriac purée, perhaps), while Angela’s homemade puds are legendary hereabouts – check the blackboard for her daily delights. There are some good-value wines too. 

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VENUE DETAILS

High Street
Blakeney
Norfolk
NR25 7NAGB

01263 740054

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OTHER INFORMATION

No background music, Wheelchair access, Family friendly

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