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The Anchor Danbury

4.7
4.7
1448 Reviews
£25 and under
British

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2 people
19:00
Booked 17 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
*Christmas Parties 2024* Please call to book on 01245 222457.
Our Christmas Menu MUST be pre-ordered, it cannot be order on the day of booking.
The Anchor in Danbury is the epitome of an English Country Inn, boasting beautiful traditional beams, quaint shining brass and a warm welcoming atmosphere which has made this pub a firm favourite for many years.
We have a lovely large garden with a fun children's play area, great for keeping the kids entertained while you catch up with friends and family over a relaxing drink or with some great food.
- Four legged friends are welcome at the pub, please ask our friendly staff for confirmation on which areas can accommodate you as we do require that dogs are kept out of the main dinning areas.
- Please note reservations with a dog are necessary, and can only be taken over the phone on 01245 222457 stating you have a dog.
- If you have a pushchair/buggy we ask that you call to make reservation, due to limited space.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00–15:30 Tue–Thu 17:30–22:30 Fri, Sat 12:00–23:30 Sun 12:00–21:30
  • Phone number
    01245 222457
  • Website
    http://www.theanchordanbury.co.uk/
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Location
    Runsell Green, Chelmsford, Essex CM3 4QZ
  • Area
    Chelmsford
  • Parking details
    Large car park available.
  • Additional
    Beer, Beer Garden, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 1,448 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Essex

    Best Ambience

  • Essex

    Best Value

  • Essex

    Healthy

  • Essex

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Essex

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Essex

    Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Anchor Danbury offers a warm welcome with "excellent" and "reliable" food and service. Patrons rave about the variety on the menu, including a creative specials board. The staff are "friendly and attentive," and the atmosphere is charming and "inviting." Ideal for family gatherings, birthdays, and special occasions.

1,448 Reviews

  1. Alec

    Essex

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual the anchor was exceptional. Service and food was up to their normal standard

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  2. Suzanne

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thoroughly enjoyable lunch for 4 :- 1.Ham, eggs & Chips 2.Sea Bass, Crushed new potatoes, veggies 3.Cheesy cottage pie 4.Fishfinger sandwich with salad, chips All lovely. We will be returning to eat again.

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  3. Brian

    Essex

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Overall very god experience. Food was lovely, as were the staff, and served in a timely manner. We were seated just inside the Garden Area which was very noisy due to the presence of the coffee machine. Staff were unable to sign us into WiFi, the mobile signal is very weak at the pub. We will definitely be back.

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  4. Kim

    Essex

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We visit here fairly regularly, when we dine with a friend who is in a wheelchair the staff are amazing and open their double doors directly into the dining room, making our welcome warm, inviting and easy. The staff are friendly and professional. The food is amazing, with lovely fresh ingredients. We always enjoy our visits here, can't wait for the next time. Thank you everyone.

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  5. Peter

    Essex

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Pleasant atmosphere and ambience. Food excellent and portions were large. Biscoff cheesecake was delicious. All staff very friendly and efficient.Will definitely return.

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  6. Susan

    Kent

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 11 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I had a side as a starter which was Halloumi but it was way over cooked. Then we had Scampi and Chips and Haddock and chips but the chips were either reheated from another time or just overcooked. Then we had food was pleasantly hot .

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  7. Claire

    Essex

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great choice of specials, amazing service and quality of food.

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  8. Terri

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food and service as always. Have visited quite a few times never disappointed.

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  9. Graham

    London

    1 review

    vip
    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always great food and service. A lovely, welcoming pub with a broad menu.

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  10. Janet

    Essex

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great staff, good food and nice atmosphere, will definitely come again

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FAQs

The Anchor Danbury offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 01245 222457.

The Anchor Danbury is rated 4.7 stars by 1448 OpenTable diners.

The Anchor Danbury does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 17 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Anchor Danbury

Runsell Green, Chelmsford, Essex CM3 4QZ

Additional information

  • Area
    Chelmsford
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00–15:30 Tue–Thu 17:30–22:30 Fri, Sat 12:00–23:30 Sun 12:00–21:30
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Large car park available.
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Beer Garden, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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