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The Elm, Hntingdon, Cambridgeshire

The Elm

4.2
4.2
308 Reviews
£25 and under
Gastro Pub

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2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
Set in the picturesque village of Abbots Ripton with access to beautiful walks on the local estate, The Elm has everything you want from your perfect countryside pub; A glorious garden, a roaring fire, comfortable rooms, delicious food and a wide selection of drinks.

The Grade II-listed building was built, as an open hall, in the late 15th Century to offer hospitality to the drovers bringing cattle down from Scotland (along the Bullock Road) to the market at St.Ives. It was later altered with the insertion of a brick chimney in the early 17th century. The Fellowes family, that own and run the pub, came to the area around the same time the pub got its chimney...

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00–23:00 Sat 09:00–23:00 Sun 09:00–18:00 Breakfast Sat, Sun 09:00–10:30 Lunch Mon–Thu 12:00–15:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–16:30 Sun 12:00–16:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 18:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    01487 773585
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Weekly changing menu's focused on seasons, and flavour pairing.
  • Private party facilities
    Available on request
  • Area
    Huntingdon
  • Cross Street
    Abbots Ripton
  • Parking details
    Car to rear
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 308 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 3.8Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Cambridge/Cambridgeshire

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Cambridge/Cambridgeshire

    Great for fine wines

  • Cambridge/Cambridgeshire

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Cambridge/Cambridgeshire

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Elm offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food" and "friendly staff." Patrons appreciate its "beautiful setting," child-friendly atmosphere, and diverse whiskey collection. While some diners note occasional slow service and limited vegetarian options, the "relaxed and welcoming" environment and "mouthwatering dishes" make it a favorite for many.

308 Reviews
  1. Gary

    London21 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was tasty which is the most important element. Service was slowish and ordered second drinks never arrived, For the princes being charged I would have expected a bit more effort. We thought it was ok but we won’t be rushing back.

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  2. Kate

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent meal and great service. The changes that have been made are a huge improvement and we look forward to coming again.

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  3. Sarah

    Cambridge3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff were very lovely, along with good service at all times. The Sunday beef lunch was good but the Yorkshire puddings needed to improve, it was like eating thin cardboard. In my opinion, it wasn’t a pudding! We asked for more gravy and got the smallest jug ever! The desserts were very good. Would we return? Yes, we would as the atmosphere in the pub was very welcoming.

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    Cambridge3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another good experience at The Elm. Steak was really good and my wife enjoyed the venison tonight- great evening.

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  5. Lauren

    London2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was fantastic, space was lovely- only criticism was service was a little slow and we had to call them over to make orders etc. maybe because it was quiet. Otherwise very good and we will return.

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  6. Linda

    Northampton2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely venue, great food and drink, staff friendly and helpful. Slightly expensive but well worth it overall.

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    Norfolk/Suffolk1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and excellent food will definitely visit again.

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  8. Nick

    London3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The quality of the food served was excellent. Service was good without being over attentive. Setting was great and a lovely warm atmosphere inside with plenty of other customers. There was only a single main option for vegetarians however. Change that and we will definately be going back again.

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  9. Dawn

    Cambridge1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely setting, good food, friendly staff, portions all little on the smaller side for the money.

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  10. Jo

    London8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Elm provided a very enjoyable atmosphere both in the bar and restaurant. Recommendation on wine choices were excellent. Food outstanding with no complaints from the whole table. Staff were very pleasant and couldn't be more attentive. A gorgeous setting too. Look forward to going back to try both lunch and Sunday menus!

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The Elm is rated 4.2 stars by 308 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for The Elm

Moat Lane. Abbots Ripton., Hntingdon, Cambridgeshire PE28 2PD

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Abbots Ripton
  • Area
    Huntingdon
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00–23:00 Sat 09:00–23:00 Sun 09:00–18:00 Breakfast Sat, Sun 09:00–10:30 Lunch Mon–Thu 12:00–15:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–16:30 Sun 12:00–16:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 18:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Car to rear
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    01487 773585
  • Catering
    Weekly changing menu's focused on seasons, and flavour pairing.
  • Private party facilities
    Available on request
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