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College Arms, Hertford, ENG

College Arms

4.0
4
337 Reviews
£25 and under
Pub

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2 people
19:00
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Dog-friendly
The College Arms is nestled in the relaxed suburbs of Hertford, a reputable favourite with locals and lovers of the outdoors. Our newly restored pub offers the established traditional, existing charm but with a renovated contemporary touch throughout all it's dining areas. From grabbing drinks at the restored timber bar to dining in our garden room surrounded by hanging greenery, you'll feel at home and catered for any time of the day.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pub
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    01992 668045
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

Experiences

  • Festive Set Menu - £34pp (£10pp deposit)

    £10.00 per person

    Prepaid

    20 Nov 2024 - 30 Dec 2024
    Join us for our sumptuous three course (£34) or two course (£30) festive set menu. Think crispy ham hock terrine, pan-fried British lamb rump and clementine & orange baked Alaska to name a few, alongside turkey and the traditional trimmings. Visit our pub website to view the full menu, pricing and details. Secure your festive booking today with a deposit of just £10 per person.
    Festive Set Menu - £34pp (£10pp deposit) photo
  • New Year's Eve Set Menu - £44pp (£10pp deposit)

    £10.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Celebrate the New Year in style with our sumptuous three course set menu. Think cured salmon, venison & pancetta pie, and triple chocolate delice to name a few. Visit our pub website to view the full menu, pricing and details. Secure your festive booking today with a deposit of just £10 per person.
    New Year's Eve Set Menu - £44pp (£10pp deposit) photo
  • 3 Course Christmas Day Menu -£90pp (£25pp deposit)

    £25.00 per person

    Prepaid

    25 Dec 2024 only
    Join us for our sumptuous three course Christmas Day set menu. Choose from our beautifully inventive dishes or our classic turkey & traditional trimmings. Visit our pub website to view the full menu, pricing and details. Secure your festive booking today with a deposit of just £25.00 per person.
    3 Course Christmas Day Menu -£90pp (£25pp deposit) photo

What 337 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.0
4 based on recent ratings
  • 3.9Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 3.8Ambience
  • 3.7Value

NoiseEnergetic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
College Arms has made a strong comeback under new management, offering a varied menu with standout dishes like "delicious fish and chips" and "amazing batter on the fish." Guests rave about the "excellent food and service," with a "great Sunday lunch" experience. Friendly staff enhance the welcoming atmosphere.

337 Reviews
  1. Michelle

    Hertfordshire

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was nice when it arrived, but the service was so slow, despite us being one of only 2 tables. Ordered a drink and something different came out. It was also really cold in the restaurant area. We were right next to a radiator but the draft through the windows was cold. Would possibly return, but left feeling a little disappointed

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  2. Charan

    Hertfordshire

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We enjoyed our anniversary lunch, it was quiet in the area of the pub we were in despite other parties going on. The young ladies that served us were all very pleasant and attentive. The food was very good, the menu had lots of choice. Nice to see a vegan dessert that wasn’t just sorbet or chocolate. Overall we really enjoyed the food and the atmosphere .

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  3. Charley

    London

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was average and not worth the cost. Schnitzel was not a schnitzel and it was over cooked.

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  4. Sandra

    Hertfordshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Best meal we have had for some time. If they keep up this standard then it will be the best local restaurant.

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  5. Michael

    London

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food generally good. Would have been even better if their had been home more vegetables and potatoes

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  6. Becci

    Hertfordshire

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    This used to be super busy sadly it was quite quiet for a Saturday evening The calamari was so salty that we both had to peel the coating off and the schnitzel was dry. Disappointed as I used to love the food here

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  7. Dave

    Hertfordshire

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 2 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very nice meal helpful and friendly staff. Good selection on the new menu

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  8. Rosemary

    New York City

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    We had roast chicken dinner it was cold n roast potatoes was hard , we really not enjoying this meal we r gutted n will never go back there

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  9. Claire

    Hertfordshire

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food. Amazing service. We will definitely be returning

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  10. Richard

    Hertfordshire

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff were nice but the service was slow. Most of the food was great, one dish was over cooked.

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FAQs

College Arms is rated 4 stars by 337 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for College Arms

40 London Road, Hertford Heath, Hertford, ENG SG13 7PW

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Hertford
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining
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