Pea Porridge
Pea Porridge is a restaurant located in Bury St Edmunds, England. They specialize in porridge, as well as South African and West African cuisine. In addition to their food offerings, Pea Porridge also serves as a bar and pub.
Introduction to Pea Porridge
Pea Porridge is a restaurant located in Bury St Edmunds, England. The restaurant was established in 2009 by Justin Sharp, who is also the head chef. The purpose of the restaurant is to offer delicious and unique dishes to their customers. What makes Pea Porridge unique is their focus on using locally sourced ingredients and creating dishes that are inspired by South African and West African cuisines.Services & Products
Pea Porridge offers a variety of dishes that are inspired by South African and West African cuisines. Some of the popular dishes include the smoked haddock, the crispy pork belly, and the venison loin. The restaurant also offers a selection of desserts and a wine list that complements the dishes.Location
Pea Porridge is located on Cannon Street in Bury St Edmunds, England. The area is known for its historic architecture and charming streets. Customers can expect to find a mix of independent shops, restaurants, and bars in the area. The restaurant is conveniently located near public transportation options, with the Bury St Edmunds Bus Station, the Bury St Edmunds Railway Station, and the Bury St Edmunds Coach Station all within a mile of the restaurant.Benefits
Customers should choose Pea Porridge because of their commitment to using locally sourced ingredients and creating unique dishes inspired by South African and West African cuisines. The restaurant also offers a cozy and intimate atmosphere, making it the perfect place for a romantic dinner or a night out with friends.Good to Know
Customers should be aware that Pea Porridge is a small restaurant and reservations are recommended to ensure a table is available. The restaurant is closed on Sundays and Mondays.Reviews
Customers rave about the unique and flavorful dishes offered at Pea Porridge. They also appreciate the attentive and knowledgeable service provided by the staff. Many customers also note that the cozy and intimate atmosphere adds to the overall dining experience.Amenities
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gluten-free options -
vegan options
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kid-friendly
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reservations
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breakfast
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lunch
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dinner
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takeaway
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wi-fi
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alcohol
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kids menu
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parking
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credit card
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wheelchair accessible
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private dining
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bar
FAQ
What type of West African cuisine do you offer on your menu?
We offer a variety of West African porridge options on our menu, such as jollof rice porridge and peanut butter porridge.What is the signature dish of your restaurant?
Our signature dish is the pea porridge, which is a traditional English dish made with peas, ham hock, and vegetables.Are reservations necessary and how far in advance should they be made?
Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours and weekends. We suggest making reservations at least a day in advance, but same-day reservations may be available.What are the different types of porridge options available on the menu?
We offer a variety of porridge options, including traditional English pea porridge, West African jollof rice porridge, peanut butter porridge, and more.Do you offer any gluten-free or dairy-free porridge options for customers with dietary restrictions?
Yes, we offer gluten-free and dairy-free options for our porridge dishes. Please inform our staff of any dietary restrictions, and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.Reviews
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Shaun O'Brien
Food : 5/5 | Service : 5/5 | Atmosphere : 5/5 Recommended dishes Pudding, Lobster & Paprika Chips, Flatbread with Green Hummus … More
29-05-2023
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Steven Jones Triumph T120
Food : 5/5 | Service : 5/5 | Atmosphere : 5/5 … More
27-05-2023
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Sarah Nadif
Food : 3/5 | Service : 3/5 | Atmosphere : 2/5 … More
15-05-2023
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Jenny Gillies
I was really looking forward to my visit to Pea Porridge for a special lunch with my husband, but I left rather disappointed. I’m coeliac and had specified my need for a gluten-free meal when I booked. However, for a Michelin star restaurant, the service was lacking in this area… the wait staff couldn’t tell me if the Merguez sausage was GF because they didn’t make it - surely they should know this from their supplier?! Then for the main course, our rice arrived topped with fried onions - I asked if they were GF, as often coated in flour. The wait staff said that they would check but, if they were NOT GF, I could “just push them to the side” 😩 I had to ask for them to be sent back and a fresh portion of rice served. These days, there is no excuse for this type of disregard for allergies & serious food-related health conditions… I’ve had better service regarding my allergy in average pubs & high street cafes. What a shame 😞 Dietary restrictions: Not very understanding of coeliac needs
08-05-2023
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Rui Rodrigues
Personally, the best restaurant in England so far .( been living 6 y in uk )
08-05-2023
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Oliver Platt
I went to Peas Porridge for the second time a couple of months ago and had a truly terrible experience. Honestly, it was so bad that I’m still thinking about it, and I felt that I had to come back to leave this 1-star review of the place. First things first - the co-owner and hostess was rude and pushy from the get-go. We had a reservation for 2 hours, but she couldn’t wait to rush us through the order and wouldn’t even give us bread with our drinks until we’d placed our entire order. It was an incredibly unrelaxed atmosphere. The specials were clearly yesterday’s leftovers yet she aggressively pushed us into them. 2 of us ordered the lamb tagine, which turned out to be expensive yet absolutely flavourless. But here’s the best part - I bit down on something hard (a couple of weeks later finding out my tooth had chipped). Turns out it was a screw! And when I quietly and delicately mentioned it to the hostess, she had the cheek to suggest I’d put it in there myself! As if I’d go to all that trouble, seriously?! I was completely shocked and outraged. To make matters worse, they got our wine order wrong, and then cleared away the bottle with a quarter of it still left. In the end, after all of this, including 1 chipped tooth, they took 1 measly cheesecake of the bill to make amends - between 4 of us. This is extremely poor customer service. I will not be coming back, the food was subpar, and the service was terrible - especially from that hostess. It’s clear they no longer deserve their Michelin star, and they are resting on their laurels. Do yourselves a favor and don’t bother with Peas Porridge - save yourself the money!
08-05-2023
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Tony Faiers
29-04-2023
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michael T
Had reservations, was placed at the back table near the kitchen. It was table for 2, we were only polite. Most of the meal was ok, paid 10 for a 12 oz cider, was given 3oz in 2 wine glasses, it was taken away with 6 oz left, charged $10 each glass. Remaining of meal was ok. The waitress interrupted a serious heart to heart conversation about our future as a couple, asked if we wanted desert. We said no thank you maybe later, but it ruined the mood. The snobby blonde couldn't read the room. I asked my date to be exclusive, she said yes, good for us. Told the sever we were ready for ice cream and could hear the blonde sever through the doors, complaining that we now wanted ice cream after she just offered it to us.
29-04-2023
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C H
Delicious food, gorgeously warm and inviting interior and excellent, attentive and friendly service that really went the extra mile to make our celebration memorable. Thank you 😊 Also we had two coeliacs in the group and we could pretty much have the whole menu bar one or two items which was brilliant.
29-04-2023
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Fabrizio Lippi
Great food and great service! I went there to celebrate my wedding day and both the food and the service were impressive. Well done guys!
29-04-2023
