Local Reviews
In June 2025, Wander48951068065 said about The Crown, Hartest
We loved this pub. We were staying locally in Hartest to celebrate my husband's birthday. I contacted the pub beforehand to explain that we had two vegans and a vegetarian in our party. The Crown were happy to cater for us. The vegan menu was great with a really good choice of options which is often rare. All our food was of a high standard and presented really creatively. The staff were friendly and we felt very relaxed. Our dog was welcome and there is a lovely large garden. I recommend this pub. Especially good for vegetarian and vegans.
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In July 2025, Sally W said about The Crown, Hartest
We went with another couple, for lunch. My husband and I hadn't been before - we hadn't booked, but were warmly welcomed and shown to a nice table. Service was prompt and the food was generally very good. I had a lovely soft shell crab with noodles from the specials menu. My husband's lamb kofta were a bit dense and dry, but not worth taking a star off the rating! We will definitely go again - it cost £125 (excluding service) for the four of us - two of us had one alcoholic drink.
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In August 2025, Beverley N said about The Crown, Hartest
Found this gem when staying in Suffolk.
A really lovely pub and restaurant.
Such friendly and efficient staff, comfortable surroundings and really lovely food.
Definitely worth a visit.
A really lovely pub and restaurant.
Such friendly and efficient staff, comfortable surroundings and really lovely food.
Definitely worth a visit.
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In August 2025, pghutchings said about The Crown, Hartest
This pub is in ine off the prettiest villages in Suffolk set off the village Green. It has parking and a very large garden for dinning and the children to play. The food is excellent and consistently top rate. They had liver and bacon on the winter menu and my friends in Lavenham came to the Crown just to try it. It was an absolute hit. I hope it’s back on the menu soon. The staff are welcoming creating a warm family atmosphere. Try it, and try the Liver and Bacon when it’s on. They change the menu regularly my current favourite is the Lamb koft
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In October 2025, Family1976 said about The Crown, Hartest
We booked last minute to come here for Sunday lunch. We managed to get a table of 2 very last minute after being recommended and wow we weren’t disappointed. We were seated within a few mins of arriving and having got our drinks from the bar. We knew what we wanted as I had looked at the menu on the way there. I ordered the Pork and my Husband ordered the Beef. Both dishes came with a few roasties and a giant Yorkshire pudding and then a dish with seasonal veg (cabbage, carrots and cauliflower cheese) I asked for some peas and stuffing. I also had a huge piece of crackling. We both throughly enjoyed our meals and decided to have pudding. I had the sticky toffee pudding and my Husband had the crumble. Both delicious. This is probably the nicest roast we’ve had. We will definitely return and recommend. Thank you.
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In October 2025, sussexseagulls said about The Crown, Hartest
We stayed in the village of Hartest in a lovely airbnb early in October. We had several meals at the Crown and also just popped in for coffee. We took both our dogs with us every time: nothing was ever too much trouble. The welcome was great as was the food. This pub deserves to thrive: so many pubs are closing and it’s lovely to see how hard everyone works to keep this fantastic pub going. Many locals say that The Crown is the heart of the village.
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In November 2025, buntyhen said about The Crown, Hartest
Beautiful pub nestled in a picturesque village. We booked for Sunday lunch. Pub was busy. Staff were friendly and welcoming. We both ordered the roasts, one beef and one chicken, served with roast potatoes, shredded cabbage, carrots, very cheesy cauliflower and broccoli plus enormous fluffy Yorkshire pudding. The chicken was served with sausage meat stuffing. Absolutely delicious. Couldn't manage dessert but enjoyed coffees. Great value for top quality food. Looking forward to returning soon
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In December 2025, Safari said about The Crown, Hartest
I went for a lunch meal on my own, staff were wonderful with their suggestions. The food came promptly, it was delicious and flavourful. The staff are attentive yet courteous too. Would definitely recommend
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In December 2025, Laurence M said about The Crown, Hartest
Have eaten here several times, and it never fails to deliver.....which is probably why I keep coming back.
The building speaks for itself, the staff are unfailingly a pleasure, and the food always, always, is a delight. It is not "pub grub", but nor is it pretentious, just really pleasurable and good. I won't go into details of dishes or wines or beers.....just go and enjoy yourself, whether lunch or dinner.
The building speaks for itself, the staff are unfailingly a pleasure, and the food always, always, is a delight. It is not "pub grub", but nor is it pretentious, just really pleasurable and good. I won't go into details of dishes or wines or beers.....just go and enjoy yourself, whether lunch or dinner.
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In January 2026, Ashley W said about The Crown, Hartest
Wife and I went for a Sunday roast for first time at the Crown and the food was amazing. Lovely pub atmosphere and very clean. Highly recommended
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