Rose and Crown in Colchester

Beautiful view of the quay, food was delicious however the burger was a bit overcooked for my liking (my fault I should have asked for medium or more rare). Only improvement I can suggest would be to ask people how they would like their burger done. Also, the hot honey sauce was gorgeous but the name was a bit misleading as I thought it was spicy. Again, my mistake but perhaps it should be named something different. Will definitely come here again though. Scampi was absolutely divine, portion sizes were excellent.

Was served at the bar by an elderly woman with gold eye shadow, very very rude. Asked for two drinks, had to double and triple check and still tried to charge incorrectly. Two pints, both on tap. Extremely rude, was visiting Wivenhoe with friends and had visited the Rose & Crown at last year's Sausage and Cider festival, promised my three friends it was a good pub, I looked rather silly when the grumpy old woman stood there calling us kids and telling us we're stupid. Went inside after my drink to ask to speak to her manager but there was a queue of three groups by the bar with no one behind it and no staff inside the pub or outside by the benches. Would only return to have a go at the member of staff.

Did the wivenhoe trail on a hot day and all I wanted when I got there was a pint and a mixed grill that was on the menu. No mixed grills! Got fish and chips instead. Tasted alright but there was about 20 chips. They used plate real estate by putting a pot of mushy peas on the plate and a pot of tartar sauce on the plate. Take the pots off the plates and put more actual food on them!

Lovely spot along the river to have a drink.

I’ve been to the rose and crown since I moved to Wivenhoe and I usually love it. Tonight however wasn’t it. The pub quiz left me angered as the people were not asked to quiet down when yelling over the quiz master. People also have clearly cheated and it isn’t even questioned at the end of the night. I also have always felt that those who are more regular are favoured by the quiz master and it should be fairer for all. That being said the quiz is usually decent but it’s always long, the new round however is annoying as the buzzers aren’t as loud as the bells and those with bells have an advantage. Also would like to add yes it is dog friendly but I’ve been a few times with the dog and there isn’t enough space for the dogs and people. I’ve had my dogs tail stood on while she’s been under the table. As a dog mum I wasn’t happy about this, usually Wivenhoe is really polite but it got brushed off with a sub-parr apology at best. Slow service as well. I have on a few occasions waited longer for my drink than my food. When ordering a pint I don’t expect it to take 20-30 minutes.

Three years ago I rated this as 5 stars but not now. If you sit outside it is lovely, however, we sat inside as no seats were available outside. The food was OK, however it was only chips and bits. We waited 20 minutes for our food. We were lucky, others had waited over an hour. The whole decor is tired and in need of sprucing up. The toilets are an absolute disgrace!

We came for a meal today after walking from Colchester. We had an issue with one of our meals and when we communicated this to the staff, they went above and beyond to make this up to us. I was genuinely so surprised at the kindness shown, we ended up staying longer and ordering deserts as the team were so hospitable! Thanks again

Barely any vegan options at all. Only a salad or a beyond burger!! Nothing for children who love animals but don't eat animals. Very disappointing.

Fantastic place. Amazing hosts. Somehow even better food.

the quiz is always hilarious, loaded fries. portions have became smaller however, but chippy is still giving his hilarious energy

Went for the pub quiz, great food and staff, recommend

Lovely riverside pub good menu choices with beautiful views

Disappointing that there were no Sunday lunches left at 3.30. the food we did have was ok but nothing special.

An unplanned visit which was very enjoyable on the weekend. We sat outside which was a little chilly but with the lovely hot drinks all was good. I ordered the chicken shawarma flatbread and was very pleasantly surprised in the style and flavour. The Burger and fries were also very tasty. Good and helpful service and well priced. The inside is very welcoming and cosy. The only comment would be that the bench tables outside could do with a lick of paint, and with better planning from our side will visit when the tide is in next time.

The best pub in England! Thanks a lot! Thanks for a delicious breakfast!

Delicious sunday roast and all were very kind to us. Recommended!!

Wonderful pub in Wivenhoe. A real cozy place with outdoor seating and lovely proprietor.

Found this place by chance. A nice setting near the water. Food was great and good value. Fantastic service even though it was full up. The vegan chilli is amazing!

We ordered cold coffee here but we did not taste it. Baki atmosphere by bahoot pyari jagah h.

Thursday quiz time - such a laugh! Remember to book a table because it gets busy...

I often visit here on a Friday night, as part of my mountain bike route, the location is perfect the staff are great and friendly, i wouldn't hesitate to reccomend eating here.

I hadn't been here for years, since it was an Adnams house. Sadly it's now Greene King (so I had a lime and soda). That much is down to personal taste, but I doubt anyone would enjoy the food on offer. We have a halloumi flatbread, barely cooked, covered with a poor mayonnaise, and a pulled mushroom chilli which was one of the worst meals I have had in a long time. Two stars as the pub still looks the part and staff were doing their best on a busy evening. I can't see myself adding to their burden by going back though. Such a shame for what should be a gem of a pub.

Great little pub on the water! Highly recommend! Nothing like a rainy day in Bristol

The quiz was brilliant fun and great drinks with good company. The boys all came down for a few drinks and the quiz, was great fun and a good night

Nice pub right on the shore line with a beer garden at the front and back. We just had a lunch time snack and the steak sandwich was very nice and cooked perfectly. The inside seating area is not huge but as we visited mid week it was busy but we found a table okay. Prices were reasonable as well.

Such lovely service from this place when 6 of us piled in for lunch in the middle of a countryside walk with our prams & babies! Nothing was too much trouble and they looked after us really well, despite all the room we took up. Great food too, we’ll definitely be back. Thank you.

Just stopped by for a breakfast. Admittedly haven’t eaten it yet but the staff were so friendly had to leave a review.

Love it here what a place. Love the quiz on a Thursday

Came for the quiz and was not disappointed! Very fun :))

Came for the pub quiz on Thursday. Very lively and great questions!

Very enjoyable quiz night on Thursdays

Had a great night on the Thursday, the quiz was very enjoyable, would recommend you give it a try if your in the neighbourhood

The breakfast at the Rose and Crown is the best value for money for the customers in Wivenhoe. Superbly cooked. Handed over by their polite and cheery staff. I recommend this as the number one place to eat breakfast in Wivenhoe. Top marks 👌

The best place and service and food.Thank you Elvira

Had a lovely visit to the Rose and Crown in Wivenhoe for my partner's birthday and St Patrick's Day. Drinks were perfect along with the food we ordered. Nice and chilled

Very nice pub at a very nice location! Food is great and the service is friendly. Can highly recommend.

Thank you for a delicious dinner. The service was excellent and the burger was very filling and delicious. I will happily visit this place again.

Probably the most popular pub in Wivenhoe and because of that, it's busy on a sunny Sunday morning and therefore the service, while friendly, is slow.

It was great experience being here just been there staffed greated me and they welcome in side i just order the food and drinks they arrived on time and the food taste’s good Overall experience was Nice thanks this feedback for the whole team

Mediocre food , dirty tables not cleaned between services . Staff seem not to know who to serve or what's happening .

Wonderful spot next to the river. Had a sunny day, so I was happy to be able to sit outside. The food I ordered was tasty. Handy to order from the app. Dog friendly is perfect for our doggy holiday.

Great little pub with riverside seating. You can sit in the sunshine with your feet in the water. The friendly staff will add a smile to your day. It's a thumbs up from me!

Chicken and ham pie had very little chicken or ham and the mash was barely visible on the plate. Very disappointing

The food and cost was what you would expect from a chain pub. The service was friendly. I'm sure it is great to sit on the benches by the waterfront in the summer. However, the pub interior is pretty neglected and tired looking.

Excellent services.. Lovely staff and the food was delicious..Definitely worth a visit…

Fantastic food and service. We love this pub and visit regularly .

Good quiz, good atmosphere and had a great time! From Megan

Food was good, normal chain pub food. Service was great, the servers were quick, efficient and very polite.

Great place to sit by the Colne River at Wivenhoe. It's always busy here because of the location. The staff are very friendly and service is prompt. The menu is varied , however , the food could be better. It's a great place to enjoy a drink and relax.

Thursday night quiz with the one and only Mr Chippy is a night not to miss. With his snazzy style, cracking jokes and unbelievable prizes he is an amazing host 10/10 would not miss!

Come here every weak service is great lovely people and the quiz is so good

Very friendly staff and tasty food

The best place to eat and drink in Wivenhoe

Had a very nice drink and meal here with great views of the river.

Wonderful atmosphere💕💕. Nice staff. Very tasty. Celebrated the New Year, and be happy🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

The service is excellent, the pub itself is very tidy. The food is always delicious. THANK YOU VERY MUCH TO THE OWNER FOR SUCH A GOOD RECEPTION OF CUSTOMERS. BRAVO.

I love this pub! Cozy, beautiful, delicious food and service. Everything is fine. Many thanks to the owner and staff for organizing Christmas. My friends and I were delighted!:)

This is the best place for romantic dinner and amazing sunset view 💖

Thank you for such a good service. It was delicious food and kind atmosphere.

Great pub with an amazing atmosphere, the quiz was great

We went to the Rose and Crown for our Christmas Day dinner, we had a lovely experience and were really impressed. What stood out most were the staff members, they worked really hard to ensure we had a great time. They were polite and courteous and regularly checked in with us to make sure everything was okay with our meal. The food was really nice as well. We left feeling very full as the portions were quite generous, especially the turkey roast dinner. The turkey was cooked really nicely, it was succulent and moist, as turkey is usually quite a dry meat. Following our meal we had the choice of tea or an Americano coffee, with a mince pie and/or chocolate mocha torte to finish. Our meal was very reasonably priced at £56.99 for four courses, which is half the amount that some other venues charge on Christmas Day. I often find that the better value the price, the more generous the portion size. Our table was nicely decorated with a centrepiece and crackers, alongside a few Cadbury Heroes chocolates. An extra added touch at the end of our meal was that we were given a small Cadbury selection box, which seemed really kind. The pub was warm and cosy with nice Christmas decorations, I really liked the atmosphere. The only slight downside was that it seemed at one point that we needed to leave soon when we were still having our mains, as the staff needed our table for a seating after us. We wouldn’t have been able to finish in time without feeling rushed, the staff were very accommodating in finding an alternative table for the group after us. I would recommend the Rose and Crown for Christmas Day dinner 😊🎄

Very good food for burns night and good entertainment. Will definitely be here again

I had a great experience at this . The food was absolutely delicious, with a wide variety of options that catered to everyone's taste. The staff were super friendly, attentive and made us feel really welcome. Definitely a place I'll be coming back to for great food and relaxed atmosphere. Highly recommend!

Came for my birthday and it had a great atmosphere and the pub quiz was really fun.

We had a lovely meal on a quiet Wednesday evening. The staff were hugely attentive and we’ll be sure to be back.

a really pleasant pub by the river - with a good range of food and drink fronted by welcoming and attentive staff.

Good vibe, helpful friendly staff. Lovely beer garden overlooking the river / boats! Recommend

Super nice pub, great quiz every thursday

Great food and atmosphere. The pub quiz was great and the host was really friendly! Would recommend!

Great food served quickly We had the Blue Cheese burger and sharing nachos

Family of 6 and 2 small dogs. Reserved a table which was available to us earlier than the booked time if we wanted it ( we did!). Very good customer service skills by all staff members. Each of our dinners was devoured from lovely hot plates.

Pub quiz was superior amazing spectacular and drinks are so so good.

Great food. Great service. Great pub!

Had a really excellent xmas meal and it was amazing. Wonderful staff too. Thank you.

Great place to eat brilliant food, amazing staff,

Very nice pub.. staff are extremely friendly and very professional. Food is delicious too 👌

I've been lucky enough to go to the Rose and Crown twice recently. Once for a family gathering of 15 people of an evening and once for breakfast with friends. Both visits have been exceptional. The staff couldn't have been more friendly and helpful and Gemma accommodated our booking for our family gathering wonderfully considering I was vague with numbers and how many were eating. I enjoyed our experiences so much I am returning for breakfast this weekend!

A comfortable and homely atmosphere reflective of a traditional pub. The menu gave sufficient choice of food which was served in a prompt manner. The service was good and staff friendly and helpfull which completed the visit in a highly positive manner. Thank you to all involved.

Just took my family out for the best Christmas dinner with dessert I have ever had at a restaurant in my whole life. Tasty,huge portions,home made roasties succulent turkey, delicious Yorkshire puddings and not forgetting the pigs in blankets with vegetables. My daughter had the turkey, ham hock & sage pie which was also out of this world for taste. Desserts were amazing also the triple chocolate brownie with brandy and mince pie sauce is sooooo yummy. My partner had the black snow forest sundae which he really enjoyed. The service here is excellent wonderful friendly staff. Nothing is too much trouble. The price for two and three courses is very reasonable especially how expensive things are. If you book anywhere for Christmas dinner this year you definitely won’t go wrong booking here!!!

Went on biking expenditure Lovely staff,coffee very good,had pastry to go with,would recommend sitting outside to have lovely views and ambience

Food was very nice, arrived quickly.

We love it here. Staff friendly and great service. We live here and out of 6 not 7 pubs, has become our favourite, have to say, it's because of the attentive, caring, polite staff. Food is better than you would expect, it's not al carte, but it's better then the menu! Here for st paddy day, John with member of staff, slainte.. Happy paddy day all.

Lovely pub in area of Wivenhoe ever!! Had a best food special thanks to chef shashi, lovely staff Balu and aravind who served great service.. Great ambience with a river side view at front….!! Highly recommended pub for perfect evening!!

Perfect pub for an afternoon drink and made so welcome by Balu. Couldn’t do enough for us and a proper gentleman bar tender. Lovely afternoon pint of ale on a sunny winter’s day overlooking the river. What a find!

Lovely breakfast and super friendly staff Balu and Gemna

Service is great, food is great, location is great. Great pub!

Super accommodating and friendly staff. We book the Christmas menú, and they have the table decorated for us

Great staff. Gives you the xtra sevice that other pubs don't.... Divya & Aravind were great.....good food.... A lik of paint wouldn't go a miss... Toilets need a refurb

Warm and cosy . Didn't have food this time. Just pot of tea. But had food before which was good

Superb service from Balu, quick on the job and good pours. Chip servings were a little smaller than expected but great place

Had an amazing experience. Kudos to the staff, Monika has greeted us well and has taken to our seats. The food was amazing and so was the atmosphere

I have been visiting this pub for 5 years and it was taken over by a new landlord recently. Never had any issues. I came to support the recent quiz and poker evenings. However on the evening of the pub quiz I asked for a food order prior to the kitchen closing and they simply forgot but would not bring out the food because the kitchen was closed. There were still people in the kitchen. My partner also asked for a drink which they forgot. We complained to the bar staff however he did not seem bothered. They were keen to rush us out at the end despite spending a decent amount of money in there and supporting their quiz. They even started turning lights off whilst in there which was rude and appalling. My partner complained to landlord James at the end as to the service we received and he came out and gave us a bottle of cheap fizz and several bottles of beer as an apology. Clearly he knew this wasn’t acceptable. Next time we attended the pub my partner needed the loo whilst outside on the quay side. We were the only ones out there and it was dark. He relieved himself outside of the boundary of the pubs outdoor seating area next to the quay in a bush however one of the bar staff came out to collect glasses and even though he was not in the pub area whilst relieving himself he refused to serve him anymore once he went back inside. We then went home. On going to the pub several weeks later on 11th November at lunch time, a female bar lady served me a drink and gave me a menu with no issues. When my partner arrived he was also served. We sat outside with our drinks. We then went inside the pub to order food and sat at a table. However the landlord who was not in the pub earlier then refused to serve him because he had gone to the toilet at the quay side several weeks earlier? This seems very heavy handed to effectively bar regular customers when they had been served drinks with no issues an hour earlier. We had not caused any issues and had previously spent a lot of money in the pub as have my family supporting the various events. James seems from my experience so far, to be arrogant with no tolerance or ability to let things go. Yes maybe my partner should’ve gone inside to use the toilet that evening but he was not causing any trouble and was not in view of anyone. The bar staff also had no issues taking his money and serving him and others vast quantities of alcohol that evening including a large group of loud men. It seems very petty in my opinion. Prior to James’s arrival we never had any issues. James was not even present on the previous occasion and the bar staff have taken it upon themselves to serve us both a drink and then go and tell James who then refused to serve my partner. It was the middle of the day and we just wanted to buy lunch and have a couple of drinks. It is a shame but James feels that he needs to alienate members of the community for some personal vendetta. Very disappointing. We then went to the greyhound for lunch which was lovely and sat next to the open fire place, perfect on a cold November day. We will be taking our custom in there from now on. The food is also much better quality. Whilst in there we also heard another table comparing it with the rose and crown and that the food isn’t a patch on the greyhound. Defo try the Greyhound and give custom to-the pubs who want to be part of the local community not alienate it. Will not be recommending Rose and Crown any longer and we know a lot of people in Wivenhoe.

Excellent roast dinner and very friendly service. A local favourite!

It was amazing experience. The ambience is great. Monica has been really helpful with the menu and drinks.

Excellent food, excellent service by Monica. Would thoroughly recommend the Rose and Crown to anyone after a good Sunday lunch.

The Sunday roast was amazing.. tasted homemade,and beautifully presented. Jade was friendly and very attentive Thank you very much.we will be back...

Lovely pub, sympathetic server and a great service right next to the riverside. Will come again!

Very lovely staff and atmosphere. Pretty, peaceful view by the river, I love coming here ;)

Such a lovely pub, food was really nice, and staff were very friendly, highly recommended 👍🏻

Good food and excellent attentive service. The Seniors lunch menu is exceptional value for money.