The Nelson revealed as Ipswich's highest rated roast dinner

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The highest rated roast dinner in Ipswich has been revealed.

Tripadvisor, a travel company that uses customer reviews to rank the best places across the world, has compiled a list of the best places for a Sunday roast in the town.

The top spot was previously held by 16 Steakhouse at Venue 16.

However, the restaurant closed its doors in July after the owner said financial pressures had "grown enormously."

Ipswich's new must-visit spot for a roast dinner is The Nelson in Fore Street.

The pub had an overall rating of 4.6 out of five based on more than 150 reviews, and is also the town's highest rated pub on Tripadvisor.

Tom West of The Lord Nelson (Image: Lucy Taylor)

Run by landlords Tom and Josie West, The Nelson serves a regularly changing menu of seasonal specials and has an expansive selection of wines and beers.

On Sundays, diners can opt for the Nelson roast of either chicken, pork or beef served with beef dripping potatoes, seasonal vegetables, Yorkshire pudding and homemade gravy.

The vegetarian option is a mushroom, spinach and butternut squash wellington served with the same trimmings.

Speaking about the pub, one Tripadvisor reviewer said: "Amazing food in a lovely pub not crowded or loud, good old fashioned English road dinner.

"Friendly service, welcoming and homely. We wouldn't hesitate to return."

Another reviewer added: "Sunday lunch was absolutely fabulous.

"It was probably the most memorable and tasty Sunday roast lunch I have ever had. I would highly recommend this place to anyone wanting a high quality Sunday roast."

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