The Cherry Tree in Braintree

Popped in for a pint whilst in Rayne. Just the one cask ale, but a really well kept 1555. Spotted the menu and decided on food. Food was delicious, clearly homemade and very reasonably priced. Televisions showing sport were unobtrusive and the staff were polite and friendly. A really nice pub.

If only I had read the reviews first!! Should have done myself cheese on toast instead, would have had more flavour. AWFUL!!! Tried one slice, the rest in the bin 😏

Fantastic food and staff. Always a warm welcome.

We had a fairly good dinner but unfortunately my apple caramel pie was heated in microwave so a soggy mess ☹️ common knowledge that if to microwave pastry it will go back to its raw state. I had to return it. What a shame it wasn’t popped in oven for a few minutes. The pub was not that busy early in the evening. We had a child with us who wanted a cracker but was told no they are for Christmas menu only. One child only in pub. This was Christmas Eve. Yes really! BAH HUMBUG. We use this pub frequently as a couple but we were a bit miffed. We still left a tip as it was Christmas.

We've visited a couple of times in the last few weeks for Sunday lunch. The family who have taken over are lovely, the service is warm and welcoming and the food is excellent. My husband had Roast beef, I had pork and my son had the kids pork. Vegetables and sides are fresh and thoughtfully cooked, the red cabbage and carrot puree were a nice touch. We also enjoyed some great wine. Son was kept amused with a selection of board games (would I lie to you was the favourite) and chatting to the well behaved dog at the next table over! I'm really looking forward to visiting during the week to see what the menu has to offer then... Watch this space!