Business Details
35 Years
experience
Award-Winning Restaurant in Long Melford, Suffolk
Established in 1991, Scutchers Restaurant has built a reputation as a family-run culinary destination in Long Melford, Suffolk. Our award-winning team, led by Head Chef Nick Barrett, crafts seasonally inspired menus using locally sourced ingredients, including our signature home-smoked salmon. We offer a versatile dining experience through our main restaurant, private function hosting for 30-50 guests, and fully equipped mobile umbrella bars for events. Our commitment to quality extends to bespoke catering services for marquees, hog roasts, and outdoor events.With 32 years of accolades, we combine traditional hospitality with innovative service solutions to create memorable experiences. Our mobile bar division provides professional event management, including licensed staffing and branded bar setups for weddings, corporate events, and sporting occasions. Every aspect of our operation reflects a dedication to supporting local producers while maintaining exceptional service standards.
Services
Restaurant Dining
Private Functions
Mobile Bar Hire
Event Catering
Seasonal Menus
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We have 32 years of experience in award-winning hospitality
- Our menus feature locally sourced ingredients from Suffolk producers
- We offer professional mobile bar services with licensed staffing
- Our private dining space accommodates events for 30-50 guests
- We provide bespoke catering solutions for outdoor events
What people say
Fantastic food
Great atmosphere
Wonderful owners
Amazing food
Beautifully presented
Services
Restaurant Dining
Our award-winning restaurant offers a seasonally changing menu featuring locally sourced ingredients. Guests enjoy traditional British cuisine with modern presentation in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. The menu includes signature dishes like our home-smoked salmon, with options for both lunch and evening service Thursday to Saturday.
Mobile Bar Hire
Professional mobile bar services for events of all types, featuring fully equipped umbrella bars with stainless steel refrigeration and bar facilities. We provide licensed staffing, event management, and branded bar options for weddings, corporate events, and sporting occasions across Suffolk.
Private Functions
Host private events for 30-50 guests in our restaurant space with tailored menus and service. Available seven days a week, our function hosting includes full coordination support from our team to ensure memorable celebrations for anniversaries, weddings, and corporate gatherings.
Event Catering
Bespoke catering services for outdoor events including marquees, hog roasts, and special occasions. Our experienced team delivers the same quality ingredients and preparation standards as our restaurant to your chosen location with full service support.
Seasonal Menus
Menus crafted around seasonal produce from local Suffolk suppliers, offering both lunch and evening options. Dishes change regularly to reflect ingredient availability while maintaining our signature flavors, with special attention to presentation and pairing of courses.
Questions
What are your restaurant opening hours?
We serve Thursday to Saturday, 12:00-14:00 for lunch and 18:30-21:00 for dinner.
Can I host a private event for 40 guests?
Yes, our private function space accommodates 30-50 guests with tailored menus and service.
Do you provide mobile bar services for weddings?
Yes, we offer fully equipped mobile bars with licensed staff for weddings and events.
Are your ingredients locally sourced?
We prioritise local Suffolk producers for all our seasonal menus and catering services.