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The Anchor Pub, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

The Anchor Pub

4.3 (643)
£25 and under
Contemporary British
12 Silver street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB3 9EL

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2 people
19:00
Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for groups
  • Charming
(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
    Mon–Wed 12:00–22:00 Thu–Sat 11:00–23:00 Sun 12:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    01223 353554
  • Website
    http://www.anchorcambridge.com/
  • 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
  • Location
    12 Silver street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB3 9EL
  • Area
    Cambridge
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, 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, 12pm-8pm 2 course £18 3 course £22
    Prix-Fixe Menu photo

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Menu

The Anchor Pub's menu was last updated on 07/09/2023.

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What 643 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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.0Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Cambridge/Cambridgeshire

    Child-friendly

  • Cambridge/Cambridgeshire

    Good for groups

  • Cambridge/Cambridgeshire

    Hot spot

  • Cambridge/Cambridgeshire

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Cambridge/Cambridgeshire

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Cambridge/Cambridgeshire

    Lively

  • Cambridge

    Child-friendly

  • Cambridge

    Good for groups

  • Cambridge

    Hot spot

  • Cambridge

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Cambridge

    Good for special occasions

  • Cambridge

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Cambridge

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Anchor Pub offers a "lovely little pub" atmosphere with "sensational fish and chips" and a welcoming ambiance. Guests appreciate the "very good food and warm service," alongside the "great location" by the river. Despite some mixed reviews, the "helpful staff" and "friendly, attentive service" make it a worthwhile visit.
643 Reviews

  1. Martin

    Cambridge/Cambridgeshire1 review

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great location on the Cam. Although an old building on a hot, busy day the ambience was very good, didn’t seem too crowded nor too hot. Food was good but would love to see a decent ploughman’s as an option…lunch choices were all sandwiches.

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  2. Lee

    Hertfordshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 6 July 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sunday roast was fantastic, both the meat and the vegetarian options. An additional side portion was unfortunately missed off the order but the server was incredibly apologetic and offered 15% off the bill which was gratefully accepted. A worthwhile visit and will definitely return.

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  3. Belinda

    Adelaide 1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 6 July 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely little pub with sensational fish and chips and a welcoming ambience.

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  4. Christine

    Scottish Islands1 review

    2.0

    Dined on 5 July 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We were looking forward to our planned early dinner at the Anchor . The gentleman who greeted us was kind enough to organise a window table so that we could watch the punting on the river. He also gave us some advice about available ciders and beers. I ordered the Fish and Chips which is apparently a speciality dish of the pub and my partner ordered the fish pie. We also ordered a side dish of Beetroot Hommus . We've been travelling around the UK for the past seven weeks and in that time, eaten out at a wide range of gastro pubs, Restaurants and pubs. This was the most disappointing meal we've experienced in that time. I felt obligated to communicate that to the gentleman in charge who was kind enough to provide a small reduction off the bill. This pub has so much going fur it: an amazing position, helpful staff and a great character. It's a shame that this is marred by less than ordinary food. It could be so much more. We were there at 5 pm on a Saturday afternoon.

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  5. Fiona

    Cambridge/Cambridgeshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 26 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Really good food and service with knowledgeable and engaging staff. Really good selection of food and vegan options! Great location too.

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  6. Jonathan

    Oxford/Oxfordshire1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 25 May 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    We didn't have the best experience, however the team addressed our issues which were ultimately resolved. The way this was dealt with means I'd definitely give them a second chance. Other restaurants locally see you as a tourist number, dine and never come back attitude. I think the Anchor wants repeat business.

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  7. Kath

    London5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 11 May 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Good food and location. Service attendant was brusque and at times unhelpful and never at any point smiled despite our efforts to be helpful. Main course plates were removed before all diners had finished but sauces etc left on the table then no offer of sweets for about another 30 minutes by which time we had to go!

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  8. Jackie

    Norfolk/Suffolk2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 5 May 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Good was very average and a lot of money. I guess with the location being as it is they don’t need to try too hard. Disappointing not to have a few non alcoholic beers too, thought most places have that. Best part about the meal was the table and view. Wouldn’t go back.

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  9. Marta

    London1 review

    1.0

    Dined on 4 May 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was average, the desert in particular was overpriced for what is was, basically panna cotta garnished with apricots straight out of a tin. The service was unfortunately quite bad. Two helpful waiters kept coming by to take our orders, asking if we wanted more drinks, etc, interrupting conversation way too often. One would come to take our order, and 2 minutes later the other would come asking if they could they our order, and so on. This happened multiple times throughout the meal. No idea why they had two people dealing with us who didn’t seem to be talking to each other.

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  10. Margaret

    Cambridge/Cambridgeshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 19 April 2025

    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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FAQs

The Anchor Pub offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 01223 353554.

The Anchor Pub is rated 4.3 stars by 643 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 booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Anchor Pub

12 Silver street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB3 9EL

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Cambridge
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed 12:00–22:00 Thu–Sat 11:00–23:00 Sun 12:00–21:00
  • 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, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.anchorcambridge.com/
  • Phone number
    01223 353554
  • 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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