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The Anchor Danbury

4.7
4.7
1499 Reviews
£25 and under
British

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 6 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
**MOTHERS DAY 2025 - PLEASE CALL TO BOOK ON 01245 222457**
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 pm–3:30 pm Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–10:30 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • 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
  • Neighbourhood
    Chelmsford
  • Parking details
    Large car park available.
  • Additional
    Beer, Beer Garden, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 1,499 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Essex

    Best Value

  • Essex

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Anchor Danbury delights with "excellent food" and a "friendly, welcoming atmosphere." Guests praise the creative specials board and consistently "good service." While some mention occasional slow service, the overall experience remains positive with "lovely staff" and "amazing" dishes like short rib and sticky toffee pudding. Highly recommended for both lunch and dinner.

1,499 Reviews

  1. Dean

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First Visit to the Anchor Danbury was excellent , choice of food and service was brilliant.

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  2. Julia

    Essex

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was slow. The food was was very good but we were going to order dessert but after waiting about 15 mins for someone to come and take our order we decided to leave it.

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  3. David

    VIP

    Norfolk/Suffolk

    39 reviews

    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food, good ambience - enjoyed ! Will go again.

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  4. Michael

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A great lunchtime venue. The food is good and the staff are lovely.

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  5. Jenny

    London

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really good food. The short rib, blondie and sticky toffee pudding was amazing! Staff are always friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend a visit.

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  6. Wendy

    Essex

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    We ate The Anchor on Valentines evening, unfortunately the service and main course was not as good as usual. Both starters and sweets were fine. I had the prawn curry which unfortunately was tasteless with the curry sauce being very watery. My wife had the duck which was cooked perfectly, ie pink but was very tough, finished up taking it home for the dogs. At no time were we asked how the food was, and the guy did not ask if the food was ok or why so much had been left. An unusual experience at this normally good restaurant.

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  7. Janet

    VIP

    Essex

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were offered drinks when we arrived, our food was ordered. It arrived in good time and was very enjoyable and hot.

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  8. Debbie

    Brighton

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great staff , great food and great value .. couldn’t ask for more

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  9. Terri

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Visited Anchor on many occasions. Always excellent.

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  10. Valeries

    Kent

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    When ever I go to The Anchor - Always a good meal. Staff very good and efficient. Highly recommend

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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 1499 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.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Anchor Danbury

Runsell Green, Chelmsford, Essex CM3 4QZ

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Chelmsford
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–10:30 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • 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, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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