Crown at Sandon in Chelmsford

great pub brilliant staff , great food great friendly atmosphere

Cosy atmosphere with great food, attentive service - around lovely place

Had a great time at a private function held at the Crown recently. The food was excellent each table cooked individually so really fresh.

Super place, lovely food, friendly staff

An exceptionally busy night that was well handled by staff who somehow managed to stay in friendly, efficient, and jolly mood! Very well done....

Quite good value food. Bit dead but a Tues evening.

Amazing place, food was great as was the service. Will definitely recommend to others

Lovely little pub, stopped here a few times for a drink. Service always helpful and friendly, toilets clean and tidy. Not much in the way of internet service but they have free customer Wifi

Had a great afternoon tea here, sandwiches & cakes were lovely - great value for money , staff were excellent also will book again.

Very nice, old pub for a welcome drink.

Lovely pub. We visited on Saturday lunchtime and found the staff to be friendly and the service was excellent. The food was delicious and reasonably priced. We'll definitely be back on another sunny day.

Exceptional, highly recommend. Pure Magic. Highly appreciate the beautiful shish n fips. Serious Manna from Heaven and the management and staff are pretty neat too!!! Thanks Stuart and Sarah.

Excellent food and service, nothing is ever a problem and very accommodating.

Great service from staff and food was delicious

My first visit to this great little pub with lovely surroundings we went with friends the food was excellent and the staff were so attentive and friendly top marks for the staff were already talking about going again for another meet up

Quiet pub on a Saturday night, food was lovely 👌

My mum and her friend recently had the afternoon tea and was amazed!!! They said it was the best afternoon tea they have ever had and such a good price too!! Well done The Crown! We’ve also had the Sunday lunch roast too and that’s amazing!

Stopped by after rugby training, nice and quiet out of the way pub, good service food looked nice although we only stopped for a drink,service was good, will definitely come back for a drink and maybe some food.

Lovely place for lunch - staff so helpful and friendly. Good meal portions.

Lovely Easter Sunday roast with grandchildren their parents and the pup!! Staff very friendly made us very welcome. Lovely roast and good portions.

We preordered some food for lunch yesterday to take away. We had fish, chips and mushy peas. We all really enjoyed it! It wasn’t at all greasy and the batter on the lovely fish was a little bit crispy, which was perfect!

Never been here before but driven past it many times and always said must make a visit. Well we did on Saturday only for light lunch after a walk. Just jacket pot and pate and baguette. Nice friendly service good food nice surroundings. Will go fo a full meal soon

Great out of town pub especially bingo nite

Have been many times over last couple years, my son had a party here with my nephew staff were fantastic also come here New Year’s Eve, atmosphere was friendly staff were friendly food is always amazing

Best pub we have been to for many years,all 4 of us enjoyed the large fish and chips, service outstanding and the craft beer was of high quality thankyou.

Lovely oldie world country pub that serves great food and has a variety of great ales to choose from. Not bad on the pocket and the bangers and mash is absolutely scrumptious.

5 STARS Perfect was a great find very friendly and helpful staff the food was amazing had a lovely roost. will be returning just to try the burgers they looked so so good

What fun! A beautiful olde English pub with a huge menu, plenty of variety and great value. The staff were friendly and nothing was too difficult. Right across the road was a 1,000 year old church and the whole thing was just wonderful. The pub itself was built in the 1600’s. As someone from Australia it was a total delight.

Had a fabulous meal tonight with family Service was excellent, food amazing Highly recommend a visit soon

Excellent Christmas lunch, large serving of good quality food lots if veg, piping hot and served by lovely people. Attempted floater coffees even though they aren't on the menu abd the server warned us she never tried before. 10/10 Charlotte. So welcoming. The atmosphere is great just spoiled by a few foul mouthed blokes at the bar who left shortly after.

Went for Christmas Eve and had such a good time with the karaoke! Have been going to the crown for years and it is always great.

For the first time ever we decided to take our ever-growing family out for Boxing Day lunch and chose The Crown in Sandon. There were 13 adults and 6 children. The food was hot and delicious, and even catered for my gluten-free daughter-in-law. The service was impeccable, the staff couldn't do enough and the final bill was extremely reasonable. I definitely recommend The Crown for any future events, especially for larger crowds.

Will never go here again! Terrible to say the least! Being shouted and screamed abuse at by the owner and managers of the pub after being nothing but reasonable to them. We ordered a large order because there was 7 of us and they forgot an item, we have receipts to prove this. We asked if that was coming out and They stated that they had brought everything out. As anybody would, we said no it’s not you have forgot something. To which all hell broke loose with a bald man on the table opposite. Later realising this “man” was sat on the same table as the owner and nothing was being said to him explains the standard of this establishment. On top of that, the manager comes over and starts on us too! This was happening In front of everyone sat in the pub causing people to get up and leave halfway through bingo because they too felt so uncomfortable. For the manager to then, as we was leaving, embarrassingly shout out the doors at us and slam it. We was laughing at this point at how shockingly childish she was acting. Embarrassing for them because she was doing all of this in front of everyone watching. Just a shame because that property could be something great! Food was a puddle of grease too but that was the least of our worries.

I recently dropped by The Crown Pub in Sandon, Essex, it's such a gem. The staff there are super friendly and welcoming, which made the whole experience really enjoyable. They were great with my dog too, giving us both a warm welcome as soon as we walked in. I'm a vegetarian and usually struggle to find good options at traditional pubs, but The Crown really got it right. They had some seriously tasty veggie dishes on the menu, which is not something you see every day. The Crown is the kind of place where you feel right at home, thanks to the lovely staff and the relaxed vibe. Whether you're a pet owner or looking for decent vegetarian options, this pub's definitely worth checking out.

VILE STAFF AND FOOD! Paying people to leave good reviews so the real ones get lost? How childish, but what can you expect from an establishment like that. One that the owner sits and drinks with people that cause massive rows with other tables.

The atmosphere Thursday night was disgusting. The behaviour from staff towards customers was vile. I would never go here again.

A fantastic local traditional pub offering excellent quality and great value food as well as a wide selection of beer and ale. The staff couldn't be more friendly, accomodating and helpful. Charlotte went above and beyond to cater for my partner who is vegetarian during our recent visit which was greatly appreciated. The Crown has a lovely and quaint setting, especially with the fire going and it is a perfect spot to spend a winters evening. Highly recommend this friendly family run pub!!

My work colleagues and I had the pleasure of experiencing a heart-warming Christmas meal at The Sandon Crown, a delightful traditional English pub nestled against a charming village green and adjacent to a picturesque church. From the inviting ambiance to the classic pub fare, every detail was curated to capture the essence of a true British Christmas. Stepping into this quaint English pub felt like entering a time-honoured haven, adorned with festive decorations that enhanced the cozy atmosphere. The rustic charm of the interior, framed by the village green and the nearby church, set the stage for an evening steeped in traditional British hospitality. The staff, embodying the spirit of great British hospitality, welcomed us with genuine warmth. Their friendly smiles and helpful manor made us feel relaxed like cherished guests. Now, let's talk about the heart-warming Christmas meal—a celebration of classic pub fare. The menu featured familiar favourites, expertly prepared with a nod to traditional British culinary simplicity. The chefs at The Sandon Crown showcased their expertise with each course, presenting them in a way that felt like a comforting embrace of holiday traditions. We started with a delightful array of appetizers that mirrored the simplicity of beloved pub snacks, bringing a touch of nostalgia to our gathering. The main course featured a hearty turkey roast with all the classic trimmings—a quintessential Christmas dish prepared with care and a dash of homey charm. The flavours were authentically British, reminiscent of cherished family gatherings. The dessert selection was a sweet finale that captured the essence of a traditional British Christmas. From indulgent Christmas puddings to classic favourites, each dessert brought a familiar taste of the season to our table. The portion sizes were just right, leaving us with contented smiles. Equally impressive was the impeccable service, reflecting the traditional values of a local English pub. The staff was attentive, friendly, and seamlessly blended modern efficiency with the timeless charm of British hospitality. In conclusion, The Sandon Crown, with its traditional English pub setting, classic pub fare, and exceptional staff, exceeded our expectations. It delivered a Christmas meal that not only celebrated the holiday season but also embraced the rich culinary and cultural traditions of the region. I highly recommend this pub for anyone seeking a cozy and heart-warming Christmas celebration. Thank you, Sandon Crown, for making our Christmas gathering truly special!

Visited this quant little cosy pub today for Christmas lunch with my family what an amazing little family friendly pub food was on point staff were amazing and was very reasonably priced loved my whole experience here will definitely be returning 😀 😋

I would give 0 stars if it were an option. Food arrived cold and staff were equally as cold towards us. Felt there was a lot of animosity in the air, really took the sparkle out of my Christmas catch up with friends, I won’t be returning and suggest others to find else where.