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The Georgian grandeur of the main restaurant - The Assembly House, Norwich, Norfolk

The Assembly House

4.6
4.6
6896 Reviews
£26 to £40
British

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 31 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for brunch
The Assembly House is a gorgeous Georgian gem perfectly located in the heart of Norwich. We set out to create the kind of establishment we'd love to find in one of the UK's most beautiful cities, one where old-fashioned hospitality is valued, food is delicious and where beautiful surroundings can be found hidden around every corner.
From breakfast where we serve our unique Beforenoon Tea - the breakfast edition of afternoon tea - to lunch which includes Assembly House classics and grazing boards, we're open seven days a week.
We're most famous for our themed afternoon teas which change regularly and are served from noon until last service at 3.30pm daily. As the Home of Afternoon Tea, we also serve some spectacular savoury versions of tea, including Beforenoon Tea, seafood option Afternoon Sea and our cheese-based option Afternoon Cheese. Please let us know your dietary adaptations for vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free or vegetarian teas at least 24 hours in advance.





Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, Afternoon Tea
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–11:00 am Afternoon Tea Daily 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–3:30 pm
  • Phone number
    01603 626402
  • Website
    http://www.assemblyhousenorwich.co.uk/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Richard Hughes
  • Catering
    From bespoke wedding breakfasts to full English fry-ups, themed afternoon teas to conference buffets, baby showers to hen parties, lunches to dinners, event dining to supper clubs, we have a range of incredible food options to suit everyone. Please call us on 01603 626402 to discuss.
  • Private party facilities
    We have a range of gorgeous private dining rooms of all sizes which can be viewed on our website and booked via our office team. Please call 01603 626402 or email admin@assemblyhousenorwich.co.uk.
  • Location
    Theatre Street, Norwich, Norfolk NR2 1RQ
  • Neighborhood
    Norwich
  • Cross street
    Next door to the Theatre Royal, opposite both The Forum and Chantry Place
  • Parking details
    The Assembly House has a small pay and display car park adjacent to the building. This is accessed via the Grapes Hill roundabout on the inner ring road. Further car parking can be found at the nearby Chapelfield shopping centre, Forum library and St. Giles multi-story. Please visit www.assemblyhousenorwich.co.uk for further details.
  • Public transit
    The nearest bus stops are Theatre Street (150m), Red Lion Street (0.2 miles), St Stephens Street (0.2 miles) and Castle Meadow (0.3 miles).The nearest train station is Norwich Station which is 0.7 miles from The Forum.By car: From the Grapes Hill roundabout, take the exit signposted with a brown heritage sign to The Assembly House, which takes you to Chapel Field North, with Chapelfield Gardens on your right. Take the first turn on your right to Chapel Field East and take the first exit off the mini roundabout to Chantry Road. Approximately 200m along the road, you will find the entrance to The Assembly House’s pay and display car park.If you are arriving by taxi or being dropped off by car, please be aware that if you have mobility issues, you can ask to be dropped off directly at our front door.What 3 Words for car park: pens.supper.driver
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Afternoon Tea

    Multiple dates available
    It's the multi-award winning service we're famous for: four gorgeous tiers served under glittering chandeliers between 12pm & 3.30pm! Afternoon Tea at The Assembly House is £32.00 for one (£18.95 for under-12s) plus a 10% discretionary service charge. ALL afternoon teas served are themed, other than for pre-booked private events. Your booking will be for one of several of our dining rooms, including the main restaurant. We look forward to you being our guests! Please tell us in the booking notes or email admin@assemblyhousenorwich.co.uk at least 24 hours ahead: * If you have dietary requirements (vegetarian, vegan, DF, GF) * If you require a high chair/are a wheelchair user * If you would like to enjoy Afternoon CHEESE or Afternoon SEA
    Afternoon Tea Photo

  • Lunch Menu

    Multiple dates available
    A selection of light lunches and gorgeous grazing boards plus our savoury takes on Afternoon Tea and some Assembly House classics! Served from noon until last orders at 3.30pm seven days a week! Try our seafood version of afternoon tea, Afternoon Sea, or Afternoon Cheese, which is a cheese-lover's delight! Your restaurant booking is for one of our beautiful Georgian dining rooms, including the main restaurant and The Ivory Room. During the summer months, outdoor tables are available but cannot be pre-booked due to the charming eccentricity of the British weather. If you have a restaurant booking and there is space, you can request that your booking is moved outdoors.
    Lunch Menu Photo

  • Beforenoon Tea

    Multiple dates available
    The Assembly House is the home of Beforenoon Tea, the breakfast edit of our award-winning afternoon tea served EVERY DAY in our restaurant between 8am to 11am. Beforenoon Tea makes any day a celebration! The menu includes a slightly smaller version of one of our hot freshly-cooked breakfasts and then the Beforenoon Tea Stand which is filled with treats including a ‘fried egg' mango and vanilla cheesecake and cereal-based cakes and tarts. Savouries include mini cream cheese and smoked salmon croissants, Cheddar Cheese, Colman's Mustard and chive scones with bacon jam, three-cheese toasties and Assembly House sausage rolls. Then choose tea or coffee chocolate mousse. All served with loose leaf English Breakfast tea or coffee!
    Beforenoon Tea Photo

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 6,896 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Norfolk/Suffolk

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Norfolk/Suffolk

    Good for special occasions

  • Norfolk/Suffolk

    British

  • Norfolk/Suffolk

    Most Booked

  • Norwich

    Great for brunch

  • Norwich

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Norwich

    Romantic

  • Norwich

    Good for special occasions

  • Norwich

    British

  • Norwich

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Assembly House offers a "magical" afternoon tea experience, with themed events like "Beauty and the Beast" praised for "fantastic" presentation and flavors. Set in a "beautiful building," the venue is known for its attentive service and "delicious" food. Ideal for special occasions, it promises a memorable dining experience.

6,896 Reviews

  1. Rachael

    Norfolk/Suffolk

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous ‘before noon tea’ experience. Great good in beautiful surroundings.

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  2. Jo

    Norfolk/Suffolk

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beforenoon tea was really lovely although none of us could finish it so took lots home. Service, setting, food and drink lovely.

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  3. Zoe

    Norfolk/Suffolk

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent quality of food. Festive afternoon tea was delicious and every item was well presented and tasted delicious.

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  4. Angie

    Norfolk/Suffolk

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food in a beautiful venue with friendly helpful staff. Would recommend as the best place for Afternoon Tea and wedding venue

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  5. Theresa

    Norfolk/Suffolk

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Whilst the food was very nice, the service was poor. We had to find someone to ask for the scones, and then remind them as the scones had not appeared. No one asked if we were ok nor if we wanted another drink. What a shame as this was a gift from my daughters.

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  6. Lorina

    Norfolk/Suffolk

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great brunch experience with wide variety of nibbles on offer in quality surroundings. Great atmosphere and lovely staff. Tables need to be larger to accommodate food, drink and plates more comfortably.

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  7. Paul

    Norfolk/Suffolk

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We all had a fantastic time, the food was fantastic and the whole place was amazing. The staff were friendly and the price was right.

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  8. Ellen

    Norfolk/Suffolk

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first time having afternoon tea and we loved it! It exceeded all our expectations and the food was absolutely delightful. Will definitely be back again!

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  9. john

    VIP

    Cambridge

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Top notch, nothing too much trouble , great venue, quality food

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  10. Angela

    Essex

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely food in a fantastic setting with friendly staff

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FAQs

The Assembly House is rated 4.6 stars by 6896 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 31 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Assembly House

Theatre Street, Norwich, Norfolk NR2 1RQ

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Next door to the Theatre Royal, opposite both The Forum and Chantry Place
  • Neighborhood
    Norwich
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–11:00 am Afternoon Tea Daily 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–3:30 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, Afternoon Tea
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    The Assembly House has a small pay and display car park adjacent to the building. This is accessed via the Grapes Hill roundabout on the inner ring road. Further car parking can be found at the nearby Chapelfield shopping centre, Forum library and St. Giles multi-story. Please visit www.assemblyhousenorwich.co.uk for further details.
  • Public transit
    The nearest bus stops are Theatre Street (150m), Red Lion Street (0.2 miles), St Stephens Street (0.2 miles) and Castle Meadow (0.3 miles).The nearest train station is Norwich Station which is 0.7 miles from The Forum.By car: From the Grapes Hill roundabout, take the exit signposted with a brown heritage sign to The Assembly House, which takes you to Chapel Field North, with Chapelfield Gardens on your right. Take the first turn on your right to Chapel Field East and take the first exit off the mini roundabout to Chantry Road. Approximately 200m along the road, you will find the entrance to The Assembly House’s pay and display car park.If you are arriving by taxi or being dropped off by car, please be aware that if you have mobility issues, you can ask to be dropped off directly at our front door.What 3 Words for car park: pens.supper.driver
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Richard Hughes
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.assemblyhousenorwich.co.uk/
  • Phone number
    01603 626402
  • Catering
    From bespoke wedding breakfasts to full English fry-ups, themed afternoon teas to conference buffets, baby showers to hen parties, lunches to dinners, event dining to supper clubs, we have a range of incredible food options to suit everyone. Please call us on 01603 626402 to discuss.
  • Private party facilities
    We have a range of gorgeous private dining rooms of all sizes which can be viewed on our website and booked via our office team. Please call 01603 626402 or email admin@assemblyhousenorwich.co.uk.
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