The White Horse

Natural colours & modern artwork define this relaxed & stylish north Norfolk pub, where the sea views are beyond compare. The conservatory dining room maximises the view & puts the emphasis on fresh fish, taking in lots of local stuff such as Brancaster Staithe’s famous mussels & locally smoked salmon. Roasted megrim sole with confit potatoes, shaved fennel salad, cucumber & caper butter or grey mullet with chorizo, squid tagliatelle & basil pesto reveal decent cooking technique, but there’s always something meaty, say 28-day matured Norfolk sirloin steak with garlic & brown shrimp butter or pork tenderloin & belly with butternut squash lasagne. Outside, the cool, modern terrace rewards lingering over drinks with great sunset views, & the relaxed attitude of the young, cheerful staff adds to the all-pervasive charm.