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Sunday lunch! Great food and service, very friendly pub. Was our first visit but wonโ€™t be our last

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John . 2024-11-17

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Great last minute decision. Fantastic food and great GF options

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Noeleen Andrews . 2024-11-17

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Lovely pub, Atmosphere and area. Staff very friendly and helpful for our function upstairs.

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Alex Mould . 2024-11-16

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Still a great pub, great food and selection of beers, ciders and ales.

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Mark Brewington . 2024-11-15

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Warm and cozy on the inside. Do get some oddballs like most pubs but it's to the standard that you expect. Also the staff helped my friend having a mental health crisis one time so you get 5 stars for that.

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Duckie Duckie . 2024-11-11

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Always good food and service from all of the staff ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘

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William Tucker . 2024-11-09

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The Rose and Crown is the perfect independent pub. The food is delicious, the atmosphere is lovely, and the staff are the most positive, kind people on every single visit. Can't rate it highly enough!

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Emma Metcalfe . 2024-10-20

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It was my daughter's birthday and there was no restaurant around, so we chose the pub. It was a blessing in disguise. The food was perfect for kids, and they loved the food. The atmosphere is great ๐Ÿ‘ sadly due to rainy weather, we couldn't choose the seating outside. It is a must visit pub, and I am definitely coming in summers to enjoy the beer garden. Staff was super friendly. I would recommend anyone this place. Thank you for making our day.

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Nilesh Choudhary . 2024-10-20

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Called on the off chance and managed to get a table. Welcomed immediately as we walked in. Pub was packed and was told our table was just being cleared. We were also served immediately and as our drinks were ready so was our table . The service he is amazing with very polite staff . Food was amazing and had ho E made desserts. I would highly recommend to others. Also this is a dog friendly pub and you are supplied with a dog blanket and a bowl of water, which is a nice welcoming touch.

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Lesley . 2024-10-20

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Always a nice pint. Open early for breakfast. Friendly staff

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mat brenchley . 2024-10-16

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Although a pleasant pub and nice window seat, unfortunately the food was terribly disappointing. I opted for the ploughmanโ€™s lunch, this was totally unappetising, a small chunk of cheddar, couple of pieces of sweaty looking game, half a roll , pickle on side and gritty unwashed lettuce, oh yes and half a pickled onion and half a gerkin. This was 5p shy of ยฃ17! The half roll was nice, nothing else. My partyโ€™s meals were more appreciated and they were consumed. For 4 adults and 2 kids 3 x soft drinks totalled ยฃ99. A side plate of Halumi for 4 year old was ยฃ4.95, priced at 80p a piece. Shockingly poor value,

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polly d . 2024-09-24

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We hired the function room at the Rose and Crown recently for a celebration of life for our mum who recently passed away. The staff were amazing and took care of all of our needs The buffet comes with different price points. We chose the top one which really was top notch. They have their own sound system so theirs no need for a DJ. All you have to do is press Bluetooth and connect to the playlist on your phone so you can play all your own music. The Rose and Crown in on Writtle Green, the setting is great and the garden is huge with a large patio area. We hired the hall for four hours but we were made welcome to stay as long as we liked which was very kind of them. We couldn't fault our experience and we'd highly recommend it. All this and it came in under our budget, the prices were very fair. It was a long day and were overwhelmed so I overlooked leaving a tip. No matter as we'll popping in again soon so I'll sort it out then๐Ÿ˜Š

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Lee Paterson . 2024-09-22

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I booked for 8 people, but at the last minute I needed to add another diner, they were happy to help. The food was excellent, sadly some of the item on the menu had sold out showing how popular this is as an eating destination, but that didnโ€™t stop any of us still having an alternative we were just as happy with. As this is a pub the drinks were well kept and was very pleased with the selection available. The staff were attentive and made the experience of meeting friends even better. Will visit again

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Clive S . 2024-09-21

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Lovely place. Beer is reasonably priced, service was fantastic, and the food was delicious and once again very reasonably priced considering you get allot. Highly recommend. Bacon, Brie and Cranberry sandwich was amazing.

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Ben Fleck . 2024-09-19

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Had the best food the chef is unreal and Jess and Kirsty the best bar staff ever. They were so welcoming and we had dogs with us who absolutely adored Jess.

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Amanda W . 2024-09-05

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I'm new to the area of writtle .eaten there once food was nice kirsty was our waitress she was lovely .I've been there 4 times now love the the big garden area .beer is cheaper than other pubs in the area .very nice place to go .

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Jeffrey Canty . 2024-09-04

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Just stopped for a drink ,large beer garden and covered seating.

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Elaine Oates . 2024-08-27

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Food was excellent. The staff were very friendly and helpful.

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Roger Godfrey . 2024-08-07

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Very helpful staff , food was good too

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Beverley Abel . 2024-07-26

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This pub used to have the best roast in in Essex, and I agreed, expensive but beautiful so you don'tmind..however I went last week and the same price but the roast beef was more like fried sliced beef/steak slices .. so I feel that they have got you a little bit there, lovely pub nice atmosphere would continue to go but not pay out for the roast anymore which is a real shame, could be a one off but has to be said for the price

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Sarah P . 2024-07-25

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Great roast very speedy service on a last minute booking ๐Ÿ˜€ lovely key lime cheesecake too

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Melanie . 2024-07-21

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Great food. Friendly service. Reasonable prices.

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Deborah Spencer . 2024-07-20

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Good food with excellent service

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R Scarrott . 2024-07-14

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Had a lovely lunch with my sister, who was visiting from America, I take her there every year as the food is so good. Lovely garden area to sit when the sun is out, or not. The Sunday lunches are super too.

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Alison Peel . 2024-07-13

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First time visit to this pub, won't be the last as my eldest lives nearby. Great place.

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dean . 2024-07-05

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I met friends here for Sunday lunch. The atmosphere was lovely & relaxed. The food was delicious and the staff really friendly & helpful. I really enjoyed my first visit and will definitely return as there are many other options I want to try from the menu. The roast lamb Sunday lunch was amazing!

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c t . 2024-07-01

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Went for father's day and wasn't disappointed everything was perfect ๐Ÿ‘Œ staff was friendly and very attentive. Food was excellent the roast dinner was like home cooked. Will definitely be back and will be recommending this place to friends

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doubtfire007 Fendi . 2024-06-18

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Pub grub nothing out of the ordinary. Poor selection of gluten free starters (croquettes which had before, nice but very filling, and sqid which I don't like). Mains nice but distinct lack of vegetables. Food came quickly and was hot. Friendly and nice pub.

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Julia McC . 2024-05-28

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Great and fresh food, served with a smile and swiftly. Thank you

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Chris Lidbury . 2024-05-27

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The staff were friendly and pleasant. The food was excellent as was the beer. Atmosphere was congenial. Would definitely return.

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Dudley Burton . 2024-05-15

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What a lovely, friendly village pub! Lovely food too! ๐Ÿ˜‹

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Sarah O'Riordan . 2024-05-11

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Lovely Sunday lunch, went to celebrate 3 birthdays including two people who had frames, very accommodating. Delicious food good service good price

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Elaine S . 2024-04-28

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Lovely food great fast service staff very professional and friendly

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Susan Deal . 2024-04-27

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Fantastic place to sit and enjoy a couple of pints or a great bit of food. Sunday roast is fantastic

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David Sargeant . 2024-04-14

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Great food, lovely staff, good atmosphere... Well worth a visit.

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Danny Gallacher . 2024-04-07

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I am a regular customer for a reason. It ticks all the boxes. Good atmosphere. Nice people. Good beer. Good food. Old fashioned surroundings. Picturesque views....What's not to like.

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mick scott . 2024-04-07

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Food is always great, and so much choice. Always friendly, but best to book a table if eating

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Simon Heed . 2024-04-03

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Good beer ,decent food, pleasant and helpful staff.

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Norm Land . 2024-03-27

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Great tiny country pub! Good food and friendly staff

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Gulson A . 2024-03-23

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Arrived at the Rose and Crown after 2 hours of driving and received a warm welcome and an easy explanation of food service and drinks. Staff were friendly and the service was quick, multiple checks by the staff to make sure everything was fine, fine dining service at reasonable prices. Highly recommended to visit the Rose and Crown in Writtle.

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Lee V . 2024-03-17

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A Heartfelt Tribute at The Rose and Crown, Writtle Our annual visit to The Rose and Crown in Writtle is a cherished tradition, a tribute to a dear friend we lost too soon. This pub never fails to impress, serving up a Sunday lunch that is both comfortingly familiar and excitingly delicious. The highlight? Their Yorkshire puddings - grand in size and light as air. However, it's the rich, glossy gravy that truly steals the show. It's a savory symphony that elevates every bite, making the meal unforgettable. The atmosphere is always bustling yet warm, the beer selection superb, and the staff are genuinely friendly and attentive. The Rose and Crown isn't just a pub, it's an experience - one we heartily recommend. Whether it's a celebration or a remembrance, your time here will be well spent.

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A Turner . 2024-03-16

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They were amazing getting us a last minute mother's day booking. Dog friendly too!

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Hollie Bishop . 2024-03-11

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Absolutely faultless โ€ฆ no Iโ€™m not connected with it in any way it is simply a fantastic atmosphere serving fantastic food and drink

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Kirsty Turner (4ubykirsty) . 2024-03-06

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Roast dinner spot on. Great choice of drinks. Staff very friendly. Lovely pub.

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Ashley Brown . 2024-03-03

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The atmosphere and staff were excellent and the food reasonably priced. Unfortunately the roast potatoes were very over cooked and hard, the chicken was just about cooked and whilst there was gravy on the plate it was tasteless. The food was tepid.

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Marie B . 2024-03-03

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Nicely located pub on the green in Writtle on the outskirts of Chelmsford. Decent selection of beers and drinks. I'll say the menu is pretty formulaic, but then I say that of so many pubs. Service was efficient so worth the stop on the bike ride I was on. I'd go back but this pub isn't at the top of my list. It's decent/average or however we rate these things.

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Ken Peters . 2024-02-17

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Absolutely fantastic little country pub, nothing was too much effort for the bar staff and they made us really feel at home. Would absolutely recommend and the food was very good, we had the Sunday roast, and it was excellent ๐Ÿ‘Œ๐Ÿป

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Ben Francis . 2024-02-12

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Lovely food served by lovely welcoming staff

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Kirsten Anne Underwood . 2024-01-23

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Great Sunday roast and good beers

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Rory Pickard . 2024-01-01

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Went for a late Sunday Lunch, they squeezed us in, food was great, staff were even better, well worth a visit

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Alistair Sheraidah . 2023-12-15

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Always brilliant, food and service ๐Ÿ‘Œ

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john peters . 2023-12-13

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Met up with family at half way point between us all and so pleased that they suggested Writtle. We were recommended to book at this pub and the food was excellent and really reasonably priced, the staff were attentive but not intrusive and very welcoming atmosphere. My husband and I said we would definitely visit again.

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valerie glasscock . 2023-12-08

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1st time at this pub to celebrate my daughters 18th birthday. I picked the rose and crown for the menu.the choice of gluten free food is amazing. She has ceoliac disease and we are always struggling to find nice food.this pub Will now be our go to place. Fantastic food lovely staff.very polite and attentive. Noce atmosphere. Enjoyed our day.

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patricia luetchford . 2023-12-07

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1st time visiting this pub, the staff extremely polite and helpful, they had a comprehensive menu and we enjoyed bar meal with drinks at less than ยฃ12 a head. There was busy and had a warm comfortable welcome, plenty of parking, defo worth stopping for a bite to eat.

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Steve Spalding . 2023-11-10

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First visit will certainly not be my last, great food, great reception and courteous staff.

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Tony Marks . 2023-11-08

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Great pub Does breakfast Coffee Car park Free wifi Free water Free sweets Nice food Nice people Bingo

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Alex Chappel . 2023-11-05

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Roast was incredible, and at a great price too. Food was served quickly and was piping hot. Booking is essential for this place and you will not be dissapointed

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Martin Cresswell . 2023-10-15

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Very busy pub! Visited on a Sunday and it was fully booked but we managed to squeeze in by the bar and it was definitely worth it!! Amazing roast and super friendly service

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Ellie Cowling . 2023-09-30

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Thank you for excellent service Mounika & Divya Good communication with customers

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Praveenreddy Sadhu . 2023-09-29

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We had a family reunion in the function room upstairs. Can't fault the staff at all, very attentive and helpful. Food was good, but the decor is getting old and tired. Still would I recommend The Rose and Crown. Yes I would.

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Paul Brooker . 2023-09-19

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Lovely little pub, very welcoming and great food.

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Kelly Tyler . 2023-09-10

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A great pub for families - lovely big, shady pub garden with play area. Plenty of space. Nice food menu although limited children's options so we usually get chips.

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Olivia Hutley . 2023-09-09

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We love go there with kids and dog ๐Ÿ˜

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Patrycja Trznadel . 2023-09-02

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Not been in here for a few years, but on a quiet Christmas-break evening it was very pleasant. A small, but nice, selection of beers, lovely atmosphere, and friendly staff. Update August '23: Fantastic burgers served in the huge beer garden on a sunny day. Great!

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O Ozmeister . 2023-08-20

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Went for a late lunch on Saturday, quite a wide menu with pub classics you'd expect plus some specials, something for everyone. Food was quick and tasty, portions pretty big none of us finished our chips! Staff were all really friendly, we'll definitely be back soon even if it's just for a drink, perfect village pub. Big beer garden, plenty of tables so perfect with nice weather coming up (dog friendly in and out)

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K M . 2023-08-18

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Great food and tasty Ale. Staff very friendly. Nice large beer garden.

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martin ablett . 2023-08-16

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Friendly local pub. Beer garden. Nice place to stop. Please get the carpets cleaned!

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C L . 2023-08-14

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Another tasty Sunday Roast here. Lovely people, food and spot. Why would we go any further afield when you have such delicious food at a decent price ๐Ÿ˜‹

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Brenda Colthurst . 2023-08-14

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They boast about their gravy and it is warranted. One of the best roasts I have had in a long time!!

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Ellie Pepper . 2023-08-13

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We were a party of 7 who didn't book for a lunch. Staff were very accomodating. Service was quick. Food delicious. I had swordfish in a mussel sauce. Altogether splendid.

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Victoria Hadley . 2023-08-11

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Very friendly and helpful staff and great food.

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Cherry Bailey . 2023-08-06

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Pleasant meal. Good kids options. Some older play equipment outside. Provided colouring for the little ones which was nice. Food fine.

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Rachel Clark . 2023-08-01

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Friendly arrival from the staff, and continued to look after us during our meal. We had the roast which was amazing and very reasonable priced. Definitely recommend the Mega Rose and Crown roast. We will definitely visit again to try breakfast and evening menu.

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james slater . 2023-07-31

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The rose and crown never disappoints. Their Sunday dinner is always our number one choice and the staff are always lovely. Plus the garden is a firm favourite with our children x

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Claire Gaskin . 2023-07-23

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They have a lovely beer garden and play area for the kids I only had a ploughman's but it was delicious on a hot sunny day ๐Ÿ˜€

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julia ransom . 2023-07-22

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Such a friendly pub.happy staff and lovely food. Would recommend Sunday lunch.prices are good too

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christine st pierre . 2023-07-18

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Very nice place, girl behind bar was good.

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Pushkar Jumde . 2023-07-17

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Will definitely come here again. Very friendly and welcoming.

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Susan Jenkins . 2023-07-09

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Lovely pub quick serve and friendly staff, dog friendly and alough I didn't have one the platters looked lovely

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Shannon Budd . 2023-06-21

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Very friendly service upon arrival and the food was good with generous portions. Seems to be dog friendly too with a large beer garden.

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Billy . 2023-06-15

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Great service, was very supportive in making sure I had vegan options by adjusting the menu. Really good highly professional and friendly service.

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Trevor St . 2023-05-28

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Nice big garden to drink le pints in. La bosh

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Robert Boulton . 2023-05-27

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Great food service and atmosphere

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Terry Langham . 2023-05-02

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What a lovely pub. Very dog friendly, great atmosphere, lovely food, & happy friendly staff. Really enjoyed our visit. Will certainly go back when in the area.

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Michelle Roberts . 2023-05-01

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Very good for lunch and a prices to match.

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Ellen Bardo . 2023-04-25

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The best Sunday roast we have had - lived in Chelmsford 30 years and never visited !! Nicest waitresses and the best food at good prices . Was very grateful they do a pensioner size as well - my husband defiantly did not have !! Will now be a regular - if you we can get in !!

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andrea Wise . 2023-04-23

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Very nice traditional pub. Had small fish, chips and peas and a coffee to follow. The fish (cod) was beautifully cooked and the whole meal very tasty. Lovely big cup of coffee to follow. Lovely friendly staff and locals ๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ‘

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Wendy White . 2023-04-15

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Great pint of Ghost ship very clear and tasty. Great atmosphere in the busy pub and lovely beer garden looking forward to having a meal soon.

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Bev Ablett . 2023-04-10

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Visited The Rose & Crown today for the first time and had a meal,great food and great service,definitely be going back!

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Gary McLean . 2023-04-10

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Fantastic service and great food. So lucky to have this as my local !

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Sonya Newby . 2023-03-30

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Excellent, cheerful, friendly service, lovely food and good real ale. Well worth a visit ๐Ÿ‘

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Gerry Burl . 2023-03-27

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Really great food and fairly priced. Drinks came to our table very quickly and the waitress even deducted the kid's pasta from the bill when she saw that our son hadn't had a single bite (no reflection on the taste or quality). Friendly staff, absolutely no complaints, have been recommending to everyone. Main meals we had: veggie lasagne, fish of the day (haddock) and chips, steak and stout pie and chips.

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Daniel Guy . 2023-03-26

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Excellent service! Very dog friendly- indoors too! We got scrambled egg and sausage with tea/coffee. Food alright :) would go again. sheltered outdoor space too when its warmer

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Dagmara Aulich . 2023-03-14

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Popped in for Sunday lunch,it was amazing, definitely going back for another one, need to book ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘

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Troy Doe . 2023-03-07

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Went for a walk on the Hylands Estate and went on to this pub on a busy Saturday afternoon. Luckily, we found a table and the food was good.

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Steve Ing . 2023-03-05

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Popped in for a quick lunch and what a surprise! Superb service and a lovely atmosphere on a Monday afternoon; the place was buzzing. A sensible menu provided an array of traditional pub grub that you need on a Winter's Day, and you do not come out of the place hungry! Sandwiches are huge and homemade pie very tasty. Great value, great service and we will pop into Writtle again....soon, just to go to the Rose and Crown!

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Richard Bassett . 2023-02-28

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Friendly local pub with decent food.

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Christine Coetzee . 2023-02-24

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The best service, the best atmosphere, great food any time of the day and so friendly; staff team are great. Can't recommend highly enough

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jenny Burgoyne . 2023-02-16

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Excellent service and food as usual !!

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Kay Gandy . 2023-02-15

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Lovely staff, extremely helpful and the food was excellent and well presented. My first visit with a seasoned friend but will be back. Thank you

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Von Vonny . 2023-02-09

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