If you’re on the hunt for a new pub to visit with mouth-watering food offerings, one location has recently received a prestigious award from the Good Food Guide.
Who doesn’t love going to the pub? They’re a great place to catch up with friends and family over a drink or two, with many offering some delicious food offerings that are worlds away from the ‘pub grub’ you might originally think of.
And if you’ve been searching for a new place to eat, drink and socialise, one pub has recently received an award for being the ‘best’ in England – and it’s easy to see why.
The Greyhound Inn in Pettistree, Suffolk, is one of a number of regional winners named by the Good Food Guide in its best local restaurants list of 2024. It was the only pub in England to receive an award, thanks to its ‘winning combination’ of country good looks and a top-notch food menu to go along with it, with owners – husband and wife Will Orrock and Cassidy Hughes – and head chef Adam Spicer delighted with their win.
This pub really stood out to customers for striking the ‘perfect balance’ between a cosy pub and a serious foodie destination, and was described as a ‘gem of a village pub’ by the Good Food Guide. The menu is always chopping and changing based on what’s in season, and fans say it ‘never disappoints’.
Delicious food
If you’re looking for a pub which boasts ‘proper cooking’ then the Greyhound Inn is the place to be. Head chef Adam Spicer uses fresh and local ingredients full of flavour to craft decadent dishes that you wouldn’t always expect to find on a pub menu, with everything being made in-house.
Some of the starters at the moment include a light and crispgey Isle of Wight tomato tart with pistachio pesto, and smoked eel paired with apple, walnuts and horseradish.
On the main menu you’ll find local delights such as wild Suffolk bass which pairs perfectly with maple farm courgettes, pea anolini and pernod sauce, and a decadent Old Spot pork chop served with peaches, fennel, sage and lemony potatoes.
And if you’ve got a sweet tooth, be sure to leave some room for dessert – delicious treats such as wild strawberry ice cream, apricot and almond tarts and cucumber sorbet are just some examples of how you can finish up your meal.
When the sun is shining, guests can make use of the pub’s garden where wood roasted sharing dishes are available Friday-Sunday.
‘A proper boozer’
The Good Food Guide has also hailed the Greyhound Inn for its excellent drink offerings that are perfect for enjoying with friends, family and loved ones.
Punters are urged to check out the great-value bar snacks – such as a ploughman’s including homemade pork pie and house pickles. This is perfect with a pint, or a glass from a wine list which is fit for every occasion – be it a classy Burgundy, a steely Austrian Riesling from the Arndorfer winery or a simple lunchtime sip from the Languedoc.
There’s also an extensive cocktail list featuring some seasonal choices and classics such as negronis, martinis and margaritas. And if you don’t drink, there are plenty of non-alcoholic beers and ales, with the team always crafting seasonal syrups that are ideal for non-drinkers.
Owners Will Orrock and Cassidy Hughes said of the award: “We’re absolutely over the moon to receive this award from The Good Food Guide! Here at the Greyhound Pettistree, we love making everyone feel at home, whether you’re popping in for a quiet pint of local ale at the bar, a simple lunch, or a celebratory feast. Our mission has always been to deliver a top-notch local pub experience, and we pour our heart and soul into it.’
You can find the Greyhound Inn at The Street, Pettistree, Suffolk, IP13 0HP, and you can visit the website for more information.
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