Pizza One Pancakes Too remembered years after Norwich closure

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Pizza One Pancakes Too, a Norwich restaurant famous for quirky dishes, closed in 2002 after 23 years.

Pizza One Pancakes Too, which opened in 1979 and stood in Tombland for 23 years, was a staple of Norwich's dining scene throughout the 1980s and 1990s. The restaurant closed in 2002, but remains fondly remembered by former customers.

The restaurant was famous for its quirky menu items and playful atmosphere. Diners recall a boat suspended from the ceiling, placemats filled with trivia and walls in the foyer lined with cartoons and poems. A red neon sign marked the entrance. Among its most memorable offerings was the 'Banana Dog', a sweet take on a hot dog, and a wide variety of pizzas including pepperoni, Hawaiian and the CID special.

Former customer Laura Sheppad said she had 'such fond memories' of student dinners there, remembering the garlic bread as 'still the best I've ever had'. Another former diner said: 'I enjoyed many a banana dog. It was a fantastic place at a great time.' The restaurant was opened by businessman Henry Kurzner, who also owned Hy's nightclub and Boswell's bar.

In 2021, the restaurant was voted the most missed restaurant in Norwich by readers of the Evening News. The building is now home to Zizzi.

Pizza One Pancakes Too remembered years after Norwich closure — Image: Eastern Daily Press

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The nostalgic Norwich restaurant with wacky food and a boat hung from the ceilingPizza One Pancakes Too, a Norwich restaurant known for its sweet and savoury treats remains, fondly remembered years after its closure.Eastern Daily Press · 10 Oct, 10:00
The nostalgic Norwich restaurant with wacky food and a boat hung from the ceilingPizza One Pancakes Too, a Norwich restaurant known for its sweet and savoury treats remains, fondly remembered years after its closure.Norwich Evening News · 10 Oct, 10:00

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