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The Anchor Pub, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

The Anchor Pub

4.2
4.2
633 Reviews
£25 and under
Contemporary British

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2 people
7:00 PM
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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Experiences

  • Mother's Day

    £38.00 per person

    Mar 30, 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.
    Mother's Day Photo

Menu

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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

Noise • Energetic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
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

  1. 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.

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  2. 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.

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  3. 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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  4. 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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  5. 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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  6. 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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  7. Michelle

    Yorkshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 21, 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 February 4, 2025
    Thank you very much for your positive feedback. We are looking forward to see you again!

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  8. Paula

    Cambridge2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 15, 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 February 4, 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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  9. Josh

    Charleston3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on November 17, 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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  10. Debi

    Columbus2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on November 17, 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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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 4.2 stars by 633 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Anchor Pub

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
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