The Rooftop Gardens

Perched atop the Union Building on Rose Lane, The Rooftop Gardens brings a fresh perspective to Norwich dining. As the city’s first rooftop venue, it offers 360-degree panoramas that sweep across Norwich Cathedral and the Castle, a striking backdrop to a stylish bar and restaurant with a keen sense of place. Here, the skyline is part of the conversation, as seasonal plates meet a view to remember.

The kitchen roams Europe and beyond with a contemporary twist, anchored by local ingredients and a menu that evolves three times a year. Expect the likes of tempura cod cheeks with citrus aioli and pickled samphire, or grilled shell-on prawns glossed in whiskey and chipotle butter. Heartier moments arrive with confit pork belly over truffle and potato terrine, or a slow braised short rib beef ragu folded through rigatoni, while the grill keeps classicists content with rump and ribeye. Sharing boards beckon with tiger prawns and smoked salmon, and a honey and rosemary baked Camembert; sides such as creamed garlic mushrooms and sautéed green beans round things off with quiet confidence.

At the bar, craft meets comfort: a Lychee Margarita or Maple Manhattan to start, a Pornstar Martini or Espresso Martini to linger, and dessert-leaning sips like a Brandy Alexander or Grasshopper for a sweet finale, with thoughtful mocktails in step. Reserve a table, drink in the view, and let dinner take things to delicious new heights.