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The Anchor Pub, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

The Anchor Pub

4.4
4.4
636 Reviews
£25 and under
Contemporary British
12 Silver street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB3 9EL

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • 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

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary British, British, Gastro Pub
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Buffets and set menus are available, we are also able to bespoke menus to your specific requirements and budget.
  • Private party facilities
    We like to think we are pretty good at hosting events here at the Anchor... blessed with an amazing versatile dining room over looking the River Cam, available for exclusive use. Call Jules 01223 353 554 or email us info@anchorcambridge.com
  • Neighborhood
    Cambridge
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Prix-Fixe Menu

    £18.00 - £22.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Your New Flavour Fixe Our all-new Prix-Fixe menu runs Monday-Thursday, 3pm-8pm 2 course £18 3 course £22
    Prix-Fixe Menu Photo

What 636 people are saying

The Anchor Pub reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Anchor Pub offers "outstanding" food and "friendly" service in a "stunning location" by the river. Guests enjoy "amazing" meals, from tasty roast dinners to flavorful steaks and burgers. The menu is varied, with "well-presented" dishes and desserts. This charming spot is perfect for relaxed dining with scenic views.

636 Reviews
  1. Margaret

    Cambridge1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were a party of seven from teenagers to I’d rather not say how old with a very well behaved dog. The staff were welcoming, the service was timely and the food exceeded expectations. Very happy to have eaten at the Anchor.

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  2. Yogini

    Cambridge1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good food and warm service. Also lucky enough to be seated in the area where live music was on - bonus!

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  3. Grace

    Cambridge1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We visited for mother's day and the food and service was outstanding. We will definitely be returning again.

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  4. Darren

    Cambridge2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We’ve been to this pub many times, the food is great and the staff are friendly and attentive. Would definitely return.
    The Anchor PubResponded on March 27, 2025
    we strive for 100% satisfaction, and it is great to see you had such a positive experience at our pub Lovely to read your comments about your experience, I'll make sure to pass them on to the rest of the team. Hope we see you again soon

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  5. Philip

    Cambridge1 review

    4.0

    Dined on February 23, 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.
    The Anchor PubResponded on March 20, 2025
    Thanks for the high rating, it's really appreciated. Lovely to read your comments about your experience, I'll make sure to pass them on to the rest of the team

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  6. Sarah

    Norfolk/Suffolk2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 23, 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.
    The Anchor PubResponded on March 20, 2025
    Thanks for the high rating, it's really appreciated Hope we see you again soon

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  7. Nicola

    Cambridge1 review

    4.0

    Dined on February 15, 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 February 21, 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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  8. Nicky

    London1 review

    4.0

    Dined on January 26, 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 February 4, 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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  9. Amy

    Norfolk/Suffolk2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 11, 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 February 4, 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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  10. Aleisha

    Cambridge1 review

    4.0

    Dined on January 10, 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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FAQs

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 4.4 stars by 636 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Anchor Pub

12 Silver street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB3 9EL

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Cambridge
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary British, British, Gastro Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Buffets and set menus are available, we are also able to bespoke menus to your specific requirements and budget.
  • Private party facilities
    We like to think we are pretty good at hosting events here at the Anchor... blessed with an amazing versatile dining room over looking the River Cam, available for exclusive use. Call Jules 01223 353 554 or email us info@anchorcambridge.com
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