Aqua Eight - Carta

Ocean Fish Platter

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

Carta • Kebab • Sushi • 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."

ASK Italian

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

Carta • 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."

Bistro On The Quay

➤ 3 Wherry Quay, IP4 1AS, Ipswich, United Kingdom

Carta • Kebab • Cafés • Mexican • Seafood

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"We had a lovely meal here last night. I had steak and red wine jus, my husband had the maple and bacon burger. Tastiest food in the area, attentive staff, friendly and welcoming. We were staying 1 night on the Marina and definitely chose wisely where to eat! Great menu, service and atmosphere."

The Fountain

➤ The Street, Tuddenham St. Martin I-IP6 9BT, United Kingdom

Carta • Pub • Vegan • British • Vegetarian

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"Dine-in Experience Meal Type: Dinner Price Range per Person: £40–£50 Food: ★★★★☆ Service: ★★★★☆ Atmosphere: ★★★★★ Recommended Dish: 6oz Steak This restaurant offers a delightful dining experience for dinner with a price range of £40 to £50 per person. The food is quite impressive, earning a solid four stars, while the service matches this standard. The atmosphere is particularly noteworthy, providing a warm and inviting environment that truly enhances the dining experience. For a standout dish, I highly recommend the 6oz steak—it's not to be missed!"

The Grill At Twenty5

➤ 25 St Nicholas St, Ipswich IP1 1TW, UK, United Kingdom

Carta • Food • Grill • Steak • Salad

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"Quite a puzzling visit after reading all the good reviews. The welcome and the staff were very friendly and attentive, service was fast and the food fresh and hot. However, it seemed to us that there was a lack of passion in terms of aesthetics and flavours. We both had the roast veg tart served with sautéed potatoes and fine beans and it was exactly that nothing else, dry. We had to ask for some mayo and garlic butter to jazz it up a bit and then it was probably on par with a lunch you might get in a cafe at a gallery or nature reserve. When charging £15 £25 for a main there needs to be a little bit of imagination and craft even more so with vegetarian dishes. Butter, oil, herbs, spices, balsamic, garlic, salsa verde, dijon etc are all really good and simple ways to make an otherwise bland meal of fresh ingredients delicious. The decor of the place is approached in much the same manner. We don't like going to chain eateries but at least most make an effort with atmosphere, aesthetics and flavour. In short: If you're happy with hunks of steak and don't care about the rest then these guys will sort you out in a friendly and efficient manner if you're expecting to be able to deviate from the meat dishes and still have your tastebuds tickled then I'd go somewhere else. Service: Dine in Meal type: Lunch Price per person: £20–30 Food: 3 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 2"