Regal - Carte

Ocean Fish Platter

➤ 43 Upper Brook St, Ipswich IP4 1DU, United Kingdom

Carte • Fish • Kebab • Seafood • European

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"For my main course, I had the halibut steak with baby potatoes, and it was outstanding! The fish was cooked to perfection, with a delicate sear and tender, fresh meat. The chef truly excelled with this dish! The baby potatoes were soft but had enough firmness to hold their shape, and the dressing on the plate was just right for enhancing the flavor. I also decided to try an oyster for the first time. The staff were very helpful in explaining how to eat it. Following a friend's advice, I added some lemon juice and Tabasco sauce, along with a few drops of shallot vinaigrette. Instead of swallowing it right away, I let the oyster sit on my tongue for a moment to savor the flavor, and I was pleasantly surprised. I've heard oysters can be hit or miss, but this one was definitely a hit—even for a picky eater like me! The white wine I chose was a nice complement to the meal, with subtle fruity notes that were not overpowering, pairing well with the various fish dishes. If you appreciate high-quality, fresh food cooked to perfection, this is the place for you! I’d rate it a perfect 10/10 and have already recommended it to friends. A big thank you to the staff for a delicious meal and a delightful evening! For vegetarians, I noticed a few options on the menu, and the restaurant is spacious enough to accommodate larger groups, making it kid-friendly as well."

Alaturka

➤ 9 Great Colman Street, Ipswich, United Kingdom

Carte • Kebab • Turkish • European • Mediterranean

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"My dining experience at this restaurant was exceptional. The staff was friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was cozy and inviting. The menu had a great variety of options, and the food was absolutely delicious. I especially enjoyed the grilled salmon with roasted vegetables. The portion sizes were generous, and the presentation of the dishes was beautiful. Overall, I had a wonderful dining experience and would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a delicious meal in a welcoming environment."

Aqua Eight

➤ 8 Lion Street Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 1DQ, IP1 1EL, United Kingdom

Carte • Beer • Wine • Thai • Asian

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"The lunch menu is priced at £15.50 for 3 courses with a glass of wine, which is great value. We had a nice lunch on Tuesday, but were not happy when the waiter started clearing the table while one of us was still eating. The table next to us also had the same problem and their bill was reduced as a result. Perhaps the waiter needs to improve their customer service skills, as we have never encountered this issue before. However, this won't deter us from returning soon, as the food is always excellent."

Prezzo Ipswich

➤ St. Stephens Lane, IP1 1DT, Ipswich, United Kingdom

Carte • Pizza • Pasta • Vegan • Italian

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"Good food and great service. Had a table booked for midday with my son, we’re greeted promptly and shown to our table, couldn’t fault the service at all. Drinks were ordered and turned up quickly, we were slow in choosing our dishes due to the range of dishes available. Eventually we ordered starters of crispy fried mozzarella and king prawn gnocchi, followed by chicken Alfredo rigatoni and rigatoni alla rustica. Not long to wait and food was fresh cooked and hot, decent sized portions and very tasty. I had two pints of Birrifico Angelo Poretti and my boy a pint of Rekorderlig mixed berries cider, was a bit taken back when the bill turned up at nearly £71. Good food, great service but in my opinion on the expensive side for a lunch."

ASK Italian

➤ 23 Grafton Way, City Centre, Ipswich, IP11AX, IP1 1AX, Berkhamsted, United Kingdom

Carte • Pizza • Pasta • Italian • Gluten Free

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"Our 20 yr old student son was visiting Ipswich as part of an upcoming placement. He had to stay in a hotel for two nights on his own and eat out for dinner as nothing available in the hotel. He went to ASK at around 6.30pm and asked for a table … he was told they ‘already had too many’ despite all the empty tables and him being on his own. Very offhand and rude and made him feel very uncomfortable. On phoning afterwards we were told they were short staffed and having a difficult day. Nice of them to take it out on a young man on his own. Shameful behaviour! The reality is he was one person, it was early doors, and all he wanted was a warm meal after a long day. He wouldn’t have been taking a table up all night and making demands on the staff. If you happen to find yourself in a similar situation save yourself the trouble and just go to Prezzo. Or just go to Prezzo in any event."