The Anchor Pub

4.2

633 Reviews

£25 and under

Contemporary British

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2 people

11 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 8 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for scenic views
Charming
Good for groups

(We unfortunately cannot reserve our terrace tables, any bookings will have a table reserved inside although guests are more than welcome to sit at a table on our riverside terrace if one is available upon arrival)

Set on the bank of the beautiful river Cam in the historic city of Cambridge, The Anchor pub, dining room & river terrace is a stone’s throw away from the world famous Queens college & its stunning Mathematical Bridge.

We serve fresh seasonal food using locally sourced ingredients, cask conditioned real ales, craft beers, wines from a carefully chosen innovative wine list. We provide friendly knowledgeable & relaxed service in picturesque surroundings.

Escape to our dining room where you can guarantee a fabulous view or experience al fresco dining overlooking the river during the summer months.

Why not spend an afternoon or the evening with us, take a punt on the river then enjoy a meal with us either before or after

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Additional information

Location
12 Silver street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB3 9EL
Phone number
01223 353554
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary British, British, Gastro Pub
Hours of Operation
Daily 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa

Experiences

Mother's Day
£38.00 per person
30 Mar 2025 only
Treat her to our gorgeous set menu this Mother's Day, with a Lillet Rose Spritz on us. Our special set menu consists of 3 delicious courses for £38, and includes our revamped Sunday roasts. The Mother’s Day menu can be found on our website.

What 633 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
4Value

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Review summary

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The Anchor Pub boasts a "lovely view over the river Cam," offering a delightful setting for both dining and people-watching. Guests rave about the "great food" and "very friendly staff," with highlights including the Sunday roast and fish and chips. Despite occasional service hiccups, the "ambiance is warm and welcoming," making it a favorite spot for many visitors.

633 Reviews

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Philip
Cambridge1 review
4.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Roast dinner very tasty with very high quality beef served. My partner had a ver well presented sea bass. The two girls that served us were just charming and lovely! Would recommend.
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Sarah
Norfolk/Suffolk2 reviews
4.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The pub was in a lovely position by the river. The staff were helpful and friendly. The food was very good and well presented.
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Nicola
Cambridge1 review
4.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Lunch with friends on a rainy Saturday. The staff were very friendly and efficient, the menu was varied. We were all happy with the food we chose and would definitely go back again.
The Anchor PubResponded on 21 February 2025
Such a nice review to read, thank you so much. Glad things were up to your expectations! We hope to see you again soon!
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Nicky
London1 review
4.0
Dined on 26 January 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Lovely roast beef dinner. Was a Sunday late afternoon and the weather was awful, so not very busy. Staff were lovely and attentive, very good at trying to upsell!!
The Anchor PubResponded on 4 February 2025
Thank you very much for your positive feedback. We are very happy to hear amazing feedback. Hope we see you again very soon!
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Amy
Norfolk/Suffolk2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 11 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Table for two as a couple weekend away. Amazing food. I had steak sandwich partner had burger. Most amazing flavours and the desserts were delicious. Staff friendly downstairs and up. Will be coming again
The Anchor PubResponded on 4 February 2025
Thank you very much for your positive feedback. We are very happy to hear that everything went well! Hope we see you again very soon!
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Aleisha
Cambridge1 review
4.0
Dined on 10 January 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
When arriving service was slow 2 staff members serving one group of people. Thought the First Lady to serve us was a little rude and not as welcoming. However, the lady who took our food order (I think she was the cook) was lovely and very welcoming. The food was lovely also.
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Michelle
Yorkshire1 review
5.0
Dined on 21 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent! Really well looked after & everyone enjoyed it
The Anchor PubResponded on 4 February 2025
Thank you very much for your positive feedback. We are looking forward to see you again!
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Paula
Cambridge2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely roast dinner. Great value. Staff very friendly. Will definitely be back.
The Anchor PubResponded on 4 February 2025
Thank you very much for your positive feedback. Happy to hear the food was up to standard. We are looking forward to see you again!
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Josh
Charleston3 reviews
4.0
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We had a reservation but they didn’t seem to have a spot for us but we were accommodated downstairs
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Debi
Columbus2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and ambience and enjoyed a proper Sunday roast.
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The Anchor Pub does offer delivery in partnership with Deliveroo. The Anchor Pub also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 01223 353554.

The Anchor Pub is rated 4.2 stars by 633 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

11 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 8 times today

Experiences are available.

12 Silver street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB3 9EL

Dining areas

Additional information

Phone number
01223 353554
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary British, British, Gastro Pub
Hours of Operation
Daily 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa

The Anchor Pub

Make a booking

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Mother's Day

Menu

What 633 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does The Anchor Pub offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is The Anchor Pub restaurant rated?

Is The Anchor Pub currently accepting bookings?

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