The Eagle in Cambridge

I came back after a year and it’s still the best place to eat fish n chips in UK. Also the 28day Steak and the Vintage Cheddar Burger were also tasty. Would recommend to eat here! Also the place has some good history!

Great selection of ales, gins etc. Friendly staff. Did not eat, but the food looked great!

very wet elbow, sticky, covered in liquids, beautiful flowers on table, petals also on table, window open great air, hands wet 💦 BEST VIBE OF ALL THE PUBS ON OUR PUB CRAWL, arm wet

We stopped by for a beer during a recent visit to Cambridge. The pub itself and the inner courtyard are very neat and have tons of history! We didn’t try any food but things looked good.

Great pub, really good atmosphere and plenty of talking points.

Lovely pub in the middle of Cambridge. Full of history, we popped in for a couple drinks to rest our feet. Ended up having dinner there which was lovely. It’s a very busy pub, for good reason! Toilets could be better but it’s a very old building so understandable they’re not the best

My husband and I recently visited The Eagle pub in Cambridge to celebrate our wedding anniversary. It was a special occasion and the perfect spot for such a memorable day. Although I had been before, this was our first visit together and my husband’s first time experiencing it. As a doctor, he was particularly excited to visit because of The Eagle’s unique connection to the medical field, especially its association with the discovery of DNA, which holds great historical significance. From the moment we walked in, we were struck by the fantastic atmosphere. The pub has a warm, inviting feel that makes you want to linger and soak in its character. It is not just a pub; it is a piece of living history. The walls are filled with fascinating memorabilia, and every corner seems to tell a story. This added so much depth and charm to our visit, making it feel like more than just a meal or a drink. It was a complete experience. The Eagle captures the essence of Cambridge with its rich history, cozy ambiance, and friendly staff. We left feeling not only well fed but also inspired and connected to the city’s remarkable past.

Famous for geneticists. Fine atmosphere.

Both food and services are excellent

Very good location friendly staff. Food fine expect Roast potatoes wasn’t fresh.🙁

Friendly welcome, good pint had.

Beautiful historic pub in the centre of Cambridge. Very busy so had trouble finding anywhere to sit. Drinks were expensive ,bar staff not particularly friendly but could have been because they were so busy. Biggest complaint was the state of the ladies toilets. Dirty sticky floors, filthy pipes which hadn't been cleaned for months! Couldn't wait to get away. Toilets need a complete refurbishment and a decent daily clean. Has put me off the pub completely. Surely a pub taking a fortune from such a busy bar could ensure that toilet facilities match the outstanding beauty of the pub itself???

Great food great staff and atmosphere.

Although I made a reservation a few days earlier, it was not recorded, and we had to ask 2 different waiters and find a table ourselves. The fish and chips were very oily, and the Aperol Spritz was not very good in terms of alcohol content. The toilets were very dirty and out of paper. However, the historic atmosphere was nice.

Good little pub in the centre of Cambridge 50 yards from kings college

Such an amazing pub with so much history. Was such a glorious experience to come sit and take in all the amazing history of the pub.

Absolutely fantastic pub! The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, the staff are friendly and attentive, and the drinks selection is top-notch. The food was a real highlight, delicious, and clearly made with care. Whether you're stopping in for a casual pint or a full meal, this place nails it. Can’t wait to come back!

Amazing service !! Great food and delightful atmosphere, we will definitely be back !! 🙂 thank you!

Great pub! Delicious food and sooo much history! Thank you! ☺️highly recommended! 👍 Hope to be back soon!

Brilliant night out! Thank you!

The staff were on hand as the weekend is a free for all. Getting a table can be tricky, but stick to your guns and you’ll get one by being polite. The food was out very quickly and in the courtyard on a summers day, the cold beer goes down a treat!

Gran lugar para una noche casual. Fish and Chips es increíble aquí. Vino aquí la otra noche en una cita y el servicio fue excelente.

Visited yesterday with family, one member of our group is Gluten & Lactose intolerant & there was nothing on the menu that fitted her dietary needs. The most disappointing issue was the young lady behind the bar serving us couldn’t care less, she had a dreadful attitude, we left. We have visited many times & always had outstanding service & great food but this young lady certainly should not be customer facing & the menu’s needs to cater for those with dietary needs.

Yes, it is a historical place and I was luck enough to get the "DNA table" (by chance) when booked a table with friends. Beer is good but food is just average.

Sure, The Eagle is steeped in fascinating history — WWII graffiti on the ceiling, ghosts roaming the halls, and of course, the claim to fame of being the pub where the discovery of DNA was first announced. But beyond the lore, this place is a total tourist trap — and not in a charming way. We ordered the classic fish and chips, thinking it was a safe, traditional choice. Big mistake. The chips tasted like they’d been sitting out for hours, definitely not freshly fried. The fish was clearly not made to order — reheated at best. The mushy peas? Utterly stale. Honestly, it was hard to tell if anything on the plate had been made “fresh”. Also the DNA IPA is not the greatest, you can skip it. To make matters worse, the staff were unfriendly and dismissive — the kind of service that makes you feel like you’re an inconvenience just for being there. If you’re visiting Cambridge and want a bite to eat, you’re far better off elsewhere. Visit The Eagle for a quick peek at the ceiling and the plaques if you’re curious — then run, don’t walk, to a better pub for actual food and hospitality.

I loved it, I should go again, 100%. recommended.

A lovely pub in Cambridge with a great atmosphere and special history, being the place where the discovery of the double helix structure of DNA was announced. Not the cheapest pub but worth visiting given its iconic status.

Absolutely terrible food. The chips with the fish n chips seemed like they had be re fried for the third time. The Sunday roast was cold. And it took them about 20 mins to clean the table from the 15 glasses that had been left by the previous people, that too after asking.

A visit to this restaurant is a must

Una necesidad absoluta cuando visite Cambridge. Lleno de historia y carácter. La barra de la RAF tiene un techo decorado por pilotos de la Segunda Guerra Mundial y es el pub en el que Watson y Crick anunciaron su descubrimiento de la estructura del ADN. Mi pinta de Abad era genial, la comida excelente y a un precio muy razonable. Servicio muy amable. Sin duda recomendaría a amigos y familiares que visitan Cambridge. ¡Acepta perros también!

table not cleaned after the passage of 4 people drinking beers after beers... no explanation when we had to go to the bar to order and come back with our drink.. (we pay for the service.?!?.) I ask the waitress at the bar for a burger without onions, she asks me if I'm allergic, I tell her no, I simply don't want onions (that's all, it's still my right). not friendly. Frankly the head of someone who is too lazy to say in the kitchen that there is a burger without onions via their ordering computer or to move a little to go straight there... in short we return to the table and arrive my burger... with onions... and what's more perfectly cooked... ok thank you! But no thanks.

Forty years since leaving uni, still one of the great pubs in Cambridge

Un pub muy animado y ocupado! La comida aquí es buena, pero el personal sin duda podría ser más cálido y más amable. Pero mucha historia y un lugar muy interesante.

A pub with a lot of history. On the door there is a plaque in honor of the discoverers of DNA. It's usually full unless you go outside of English lunch hours.

Preordenamos un par de sándwiches tostados y un sándwich de carne para un bocado rápido. Pub estaba ocupado, el servicio era muy amable, tristemente la comida era claramente promedio. Volvería a tomar una copa, pero evitaría comer allí, ya que es caro y de mala calidad.

Amazing atmosphere for a pub. Tons of history and very lively.

Pub was great 👍 Recommend by family and it didn't disappoint. Staff were friendly and quick to serve us. The only downside was the food. It was Good Friday so not surprised but some of the menu was not avaliable. I had calamari which I liked. The Korean chicken burger wasn't great and would not have again!

First of all, you need a reservation, the pub has a historical connotation and must be visited if you are in Cambridge. Fresh food, fast service

Carrots were not cooked enough my mum & sister in law refused to eat them

Yesterday night at table 30, we ordered 3 large meals and got some drinks. I could not put away a whole meal, I eat sparsely at night and thought I'd just share some food from what was ordered. When they served our table, I requested for a small plate. I was met with the most disdainful stare ever! In a world where overeating is just as bad as wasting food, I thought a bit of sharing is something we all need. Clearly this person didn't agree. If the policy of the pub is that they don't give out small plates, then it's not the fault of the young person who served us. But then I'd suggest they rethink the policy. If not, some serious retraining and lectures on 'sharing is caring' would not be remiss for staff. I really do feel bad about putting one star for service, because the bar staff were stellar and deserving of 5 stars.

Very characteristic place. Really very well looked after. Non-existent service, very limited menu choice and average quality

This place is so cool! So much history and the staff are so friendly!

Had the steak ciabatta and honestly all I can say is amazing. Absolutely brilliant light bite to get.

So happy to see a pub taking on lilleys this earlier in the year absolutely stunning and historic pub with such helpful staff

Most meals were sold out - we left the restaurant

A must visit when in Cambridge, lends itself to the tourists, disappointing beer range on this visit

Great and fun military history all over this place, especially on the ceiling. There is an outline of a naked girl on the ceiling done in lipstick. Makes drinking a beer a little better. The guys who discovered DNA got wrecked here and there's a plaque.

Ample seating inside and in courtyard. Super range of beers, wines, food.

We had a few pints, nice place, very interesting history. A little bit expensive but reasonable due to the history.

Amazing history and atmosphere. I couldn't make myself try the mashed pees, sorry about that.

Great place. Find your tablet by yourself

A good place to stop for a pint or two

The food, atmosphere and service are great, but it’s more expensive than other pubs.

Great fish&chips. Fish thin and crispy outside, juicy inside. Eagle DNA suits with it.

Atmospheric place! I highly recommend it!

Steak was great. Beer was good. Atmosphere was brilliant!!

Burger wasn't bad, better than most I've gotten in europe. Atmosphere was the reason I came- history for fellow pilots and also major biology history.

Overpriced beer and cold burger

Drop by for the vibe. Sit near Francis Crick’s favourite table and figure out your own world-shifting revelation. Tried the Fish and Chips, which was the house speciality, but I thought the Steak and Ale Pie was nicer. Food aside, spend a half day here, surrender to your thoughts let the aura of history bathe you with inspiration

Love historic pubs and this is one of them. Had the Eagle DNA on cask and it was awesome. Sat outside in the outdoor patio which is covered by two large industrial strength umbrellas with heating units attached. The patio has about 10 tables and a group of chairs against the wall to accommodate about 50-60 people. At the other side of the patio is the entrance to the RAF Bar which has another set of taps and tables to sit. Overall, a must if you are visiting Cambridge.

I had the worst steak and ale pie ever. When it came l was overwhelmed by the size of it but soon discovered it was actually a huge piece of undercooked dough with two pieces of meat and a river of gravy in it. I didn’t eat the raw dough underneath, l can’t say I ate steak either. I think this place is a tourist trap. It can be good to have a couple of beers for the atmosphere but avoid the food.

An excellent experience, the pub from the first moment shows history, art, and coziness. Quick service, fair price and the ideal place in Cambridge to take your friends!

Historic pub (in the footsteps of the discovery of DNA), very pretty, with a warm atmosphere. Beers and old woodwork. To do!

Great ciders, service, and atmosphere. The history of the pub from those who first identified the double helix to RAF and US service personnel and some of their signatures on the walls, ceiling, and furniture is fantastic.

Such a lovely pub! Amazing building, drowning in atmosphere, heated outside area, RAF bar......... we only went for a couple of drinks but will definitely go again, next time we're in Cambridge, and try the food.

A very historic place. My bartender was a guy in a dress. I wonder what the old USAAF and the RAF pilots would have thought of that

Great pub! Loved the history and had the best shepherds pie I ever had!

We visited the pub for a few beers and dinner. We met a rather mixed service; a couple of women who were nice, smiling and very helpful, but also a tall gentleman who would barely look me in the eye. The food was not great, but pretty standard. We were placed in a room where you couldn't really feel the atmosphere in the pub and that was a bit of a shame. But a nice place and all in all excellent.

Food is good standard pub food except the quartered cabbage on your Sunday roast, never seen that before. Good value, clean and service excellent. Dog friendly and the wall and ceiling decorations do make you think. All in all, not to be missed. Cheers.

Great pub with a great vibe and interesting history. Food was classic pub grub. Nothing spectacular. Great service

One of the cult places in Cambridge for good drinks and pub food!!!

Very good quantity and quantity of food compared to other regular pubs. Bonus on top- history loaded

Steeped in history, bigger than you think, and decent food too! My son absolutely loved his Eagle Burger!

Historic pub in the center of Cambridge with a lot of atmosphere and a very personal charm. The food is good

Didn’t have any food. However the buzz and vibe in this pub was palpable. You can feel its historical significance. The beer and wine were good and reasonably priced. We were only in Cambridge for two nights, however visited this pub three times. Recommend!

During my brief stay in Cambridge it was my favorite place. I went several times in just 2 weeks. It is a very famous place (when you enter there is a blackboard that says “the most famous pub in Cambridge”), according to what the guide told me, it is where the discovery of DNA was announced. Very spacious inside and also has a terrace. There are always many people. Very well priced, good food, variety of beers and fast and efficient service. A mandatory stop in Cambridge!!

Great atmosphere and great service but food really leaves a lot to be desired. Classic pub grub but very greasy... Would definitely come here for a pint of their eagle dna

Good pint in this Cambridge institution. Drinks selection good, food menu has changed since we were in last but decided to give it a go. Burgers decent, nothing to write home about, fish & chips good. Portions not very generous, nothing wrong with the mains but the thimble of French fries was a bit small...

Walked into the pub for the first time, denied a drink. Asked the barmaid the reason and I was just told 'not tonight'

Must visit pub in Cambridge. You can reserve a table, and it is better to do so, because it is full. We ordered two half pints and half cider. Eating fish and chips and two plates of chilli mushrooms with rice, guacamole and pickled onion. All very rich. Very fast staff.

Great service and lovely food. Always has a lovely vibe inside, and the staff are very friendly.

Fantastic fish and chips in a historic location.

Had a delicious lunch here with a friend, service was pleasant and the atmosphere was relaxing and comfortable. I have the vegan beyond meat burger which was very tasty but could have had a few more fries on the side for my liking. My friend had fish and chips which he very much enjoyed (pricey though) I like the history behind this pub with its link to the discovery of the structure of DNA.

Such an amazing place. Food was very good and the place has a lovely atmosphere. Lots of history in this place.

Very good service, they gave us a taste of the beer before ordering it and they are well priced. Very good atmosphere although touristy there is usually a seat although it is not very clean.

I was positively surprised by the food, it was very well seasoned. A bit busy but we found a table quickly. You just sit anywhere you'd like. You can order at the bar or through the app. I tried the app but there was no good mobile signal inside, so I couldn't. Fortunately the bar didn't have a long queue.

Very historical for the RAF. Was intresting even for a soldier

Historic Cambridge pub, always packed but with a warm, friendly and cheerful atmosphere. Both the fish and chips and the gin and tonics are excellent

It's a famous pub in Cambridge, and I've been there twice. The atmosphere of the historic store is very nice, with a warm wooden interior and gentle lighting that makes you enjoy just being in the space, but the service is mediocre. Unfortunately, to be honest, the beer wasn't very good. I think the store's original beer is a matter of taste, but when I ordered an IPA from my favorite brand, the original aroma was dead, the gas was insufficient, and I didn't feel it was delicious. I ordered a hamburger for my meal, and it was meaty, voluminous, and delicious. I think it would be even more delicious if you were particular about the buns. The first time I visited at noon, they didn't serve food, so depending on the timing, there may be days when they only serve beer.

It's the eagle. Proper English pub.

Great looking & historic pub . A great choice of drinks ( ales ) & good staff .

Fantastic pub with bucket loads of history. Great food drink and atmosphere

Greene King, so lots of freezer-to-fryer menu items that you can get at any Greene King. Good service. Fantastic atmosphere. Several hundred years old. RAF bar where WWII allies burned their names into the ceiling at the end of the war. The site of the announcement of the discovery of the structure of DNA.

Popped in for drink and decided to have lunch. Barman helped choose wine, Korean burger was yummy and chip seasoning best I have had in long time. The food was served quickly, all staff friendly and courteous. Lovely atmosphere and would highly recomnend. 5 stars from me ⭐

Ordered a neck oil and a double GNT…. £19!!! £6 more expensive than the pub 20m away. Curly haired barman was very rude when I asked for a Bombay lemon gin and he said he didn’t have it even though it was sat in the shelf behind the bar… will we be back… probably not.

Stopped in a for a few drinks - found a lovely cosy nook. Husband has a pint and I had a wine - both were cold and fresh. Had a look in the RAF bar - lots of history and Cambridge tradition.

Good food and service 😎 lots of history and good value for money 🙂 it is the sort of place that is good to visit to have some good pub food 🍲 😎

a true peace of WWII history smack in the middle of Cambridge.. Amazing!

Well here is history and a great environment at the same time. In the pouring rain they opened on the dot and served fish and chips of this highest standard in the shortest time. The decor was amazing in the RAF room and evident history made the visit (though brief) thoroughly pleasant!

Full of history, far bigger than it looks from outside. Great RAF bar at the back with a haunted table. Friendly service from the staff and delicious food.