Reviews in Colchester

Arrived at 12midday service was very poor waited long time for hot food, food was very good just disappointed that the waitress took drinks order as soon as we arrived but waited long time for them to take order for hot food. Not sure if the gentleman is manager but he could do with having friendly customer service especially dealing with public.

We have been customers of the Blue Anchor for a few years, which in itself is highly complementary with regard to the food, the staff and events in our opinion! Nothing is too much trouble, especially when special occasion are involved. We are so pleased we live nearby!

As usual good service. This time one of our table could not eat much from the lunch menu even though they were very busy they made up a lovely cheese and tomato sandwich for her.

Lovely as always

Staff are lovely and so is the pub, food is presented well and good value. I would only say it was simple! Jacket potato was not oven baked Tuna and onion is just that tuna a lot of mayo with chunky slices of onion. I feel they need to tweak what they are serving and add some flavour. I would go back but wouldn’t rush!

An ideal place for three friends meeting for a mid week catch up and enjoy quality dining in very pleasant surroundings. Attentive friendly staff with a well balanced menu which was cooked to perfection. Have dined there a few times and will continue to do so.

Our first visit to The Barn Garden Centre Cafe and both feel we have found a new place for breakfasts/Lunches. The breakfast was great and I think I have found in the area one of the best places to have breakfast. Thank you

What a find. Lovely pub, friendly staff, and decently priced fresh food! Can’t wait to go back

We booked for Monday 1.30pm lunch and I’m so glad we did. The restaurant was absolutely heaving and how those poor waitresses and cooks copped I have no idea. They all seemed to be running around like headless chickens but were all still amazing and polite and very helpful. The meals when we finally got them were great and can’t fault the chefs. It would be great if the numbers were limited a bit more so they could cope and also the menu doesn’t seem to change and could do with a complete update perhaps.

Lovely food and excellent service from friendly staff. Made a meal for a special occasion, well special, thank you.

Beautifully appointed pub, excellent service and superb food - thank you, we'll be back.

Excellent service & lovely food. Your ladies are amazing x

We all had an absolutely beautiful meal

Overall very nice tasty meals, however we were a large party and had a couple of issues with luke warm food. Would definitely go again though.

Yesterday I returned for the delicious Buddha Bowl and was not disappointed! Good hearty and healthy meal, plenty of it for £14. Tea for one was plentiful, strong and very hot. No matter how busy, and they were very busy yesterday, the ladies who serve cannot be faulted, smiley, polite and helpful. Chap on front desk was polite but not smiley or friendly, seemd uptight. Just a thought but I noticed The Barn is advertising for a fulltime Chef. The Barn needs more waiting staff. It may be that being understaffed is stressful for some staff. Nevertheless I left a decent tip as I always do and I will return.

Weds night birthday celebration,good sized portions…quality presentation and service. Will recommend and return.

We have been here a few times and it is always a very nice experience. The restaurant staff are always pleasant/friendly/efficient & the food never disappoints. If you are maybe looking for a traditional setting for a quiet meal for 2 , 4, or for a special occasion then The Blue Anchor will tick all of the boxes - never lets us down.

Food and welcome was lovely. Went for my dad’s birthday and enjoyed everything about it. The staff were attentive and always asking if everything was ok with our food. Can highly recommend this restaurant.