The Rupert Brooke in South Cambridgeshire

Visited for a birthday event with 30 people. The staff were phenomenal and that was only matched by the quality of the food which was exceptional given the size of the group. Can’t recommend highly enough to anyone looking for super friendly, high quality dining and drinks in Cambridge. A massive thanks to all of the team including Pasque / Max and William ❤️

Visited for a birthday event with 30 people. The staff were phenomenal and that was only matched by the quality of the food which was exceptional given the size of the group. Can’t recommend highly enough to anyone looking for super friendly, high quality dining and drinks in Cambridge. A massive thanks to all of the team including Pasque / Max and William ❤️

Christmas Dining Club Meal-Friday 6 December 2024 My sister and I arrived at the venue, shortly after our hosts the father, daughter and mother (as it was the Christmas one), we all went in to the Restaurant, where the General Manager showed us to our table, afterwards we ordered drinks, a glass of white wine for the father, a glass of red wine for my sister, a Diet Coke for the daughter, a bottle and glass of mineral water for the mother and a bottle of ginger beer for myself. After drinks, we ordered our Starters, for the father, Broccoli and Stilton Soup with Toasted Pine Nuts and Sourdough, and for my sister and myself, Pan Fried Scallops with Mustard Tuile, Artichoke Puree and Pickled Blackberry Supplement, both the daughter and mother skipped a Starter. For the Mains, the father, daughter, my sister and myself, had Roasted Turkey Parcel with Chicken Sage and Apricot Stuffing, Roast Potatoes, Glazed Carrots and Parsnips with Pancetta Roasted Brussel Sprouts, and the mother had Braised Short Rib of Beef, Truffle Mash, Roasted Root Vegetables, Jus and Fresh Horseradish. For the Dessert the father, my sister and myself, we had Christmas Pudding, Hazelnuts, Brandy Sauce and Ice-Cream, the daughter had Apple, Cinnamon and Ginger Strudel with Prosecco Sorbet, and Apple Crisp and the mother had Dark Chocolate Torte, White Chocolate Sauce, Raspberry Sorbet, and Pistachio Nougat.

Visited on a busy Friday with a largish group. The pre booking was effortless & on the day the overall impression was excellent. The party menu was of good quality, delicious to eat, very well presented & served by attentive & pleasant staff who made a real effort. Restaurant is welcoming with a good atmosphere & is now a venue well worth visiting. Have already recommended to friends.

Came here in a group for our Christmas lunch, early afternoon in December. We had pre-ordered, so the food was served promptly and with a certain elegance. I have to be gluten free, and care was taken to serve me with non-gluten items. I could not fault the copious turkey dish with roast potatoes, sprouts, parsnips, etc., while I was also offered a delightful chocolate mousse, topped by a strawberry sorbet. The atmosphere was buzzy and vibrant.

Works Christmas do, had a great time. There where a few cockups but with a large party it's expected and they dealt with them very well.

This was my first visit since the restaurant under new ownership. The food was great; very tasty and well presented. Service and atmosphere excellent too.

The pub is under relatively new ownership, but with someone experienced in running restaurants and it shows. The service was impeccable and food was very good. Great place for good quality pub food with a good atmosphere.

Lovely Sunday lunch. Showed up mid service with no booking and Pascky was able to fit us in with only a 15 minute wait. Very lively and atmospheric place topped up with an amazing Sunday lunch and staff. Thank you.

Excellent staff, wonderful food in a class ambiance, will be back. This review was for Sunday lunch.

Really delicious food with excellent service. Thanks for a lovely meal out!

Under new management, The Rupert Brooke has become a gem in Grantchester. The atmosphere is warm and refined, perfect for any occasion. The wine list is exceptional, offering something for every palate, while local and traditional draught beers cater to those craving a true taste of the region. The food is the star—particularly the vegan cauliflower steak, which is perfectly charred, flavorful, and utterly satisfying. Service is attentive and passionate, making the experience even more memorable. If you’re after superb food, drinks, and ambiance, The Rupert Brooke is a must. Highly recommend!

Second visit here in 3 weeks. Went for a roast today, nicest one in a long time…. Good flavour and decent portion. Exceptional service. Definitely book again.

Lovely pub/restaurant friendly staff but the Sunday roast was not good I had beef which was very tough roast potatoes wasn’t cooked and the fried kale didn’t go with a roast in my opinion my husband had belly pork the skin on the pork should be like cracking but is was very fatty and soft The manager was understanding and our bill was £90 we paid half £45 he said we was the only people to complain he served 200 dinner Don’t know if I’m fussy but not a good roast in my opinion

I previously rated this restaurant as one of the best dining experiences in Cambridgeshire, unfortunately, things have changed drastically. Once a hidden gem offering authentic, memorable cuisine, it has now leaned into a generic “modern Italian” trend that feels forced and unnecessary (why!?). The unique vibe and quality The Rupert Brooke once had have now been replaced with average, overpriced dishes that lack the authenticity that made this place special. The atmosphere also felt uncomfortable, with young/unprepared staff hovering too closely throughout the evening. It’s disappointing to see The Rupert Brooke lose its identity.

Spent the day on Saturday eating and drinking amazing food and Devine cocktails Started with the Tempura 🍤 Prawns Followed by the Streak Frittes which was cooked to perfection, the steak melted in my mouth, The service was excellent, from the waiters to bar staff, The establishment has been designed to high standards and looks amazing, The place was busy with customers non stop throughout the day, I highly recommend a visit, I will be back, Thank you Rupert Brook,

Really lovely experience. Fantastic food and amazing welcome! We weren’t exactly the most appealing prospect turning up with 4 adults 5 children and 2 dog's having not booked. But we were warmly welcomed and really enjoyed the food and surroundings Thank you ☺️

Best oysters in Cambridge! Delicious fish of the day and fish and chips. Great atmosphere a very pleasant experience. Many thanks

Professional and friendly service. Delicious food. We would definitely return.

Stunning food and service from Pascky and his team. The refurb is beautiful too! 10/10 we will be back

Great service. Our servers were so polite, friendly and patient. It was a very busy Saturday night but they were very attentive and we were always greeted with a smile! They made my sisters 30th birthday meal nice and enjoyable. Also to my benefit I managed to buy one of their amazing Gluggle Jugs! Food, drinks and service was 10/10.

Fabulous evening! Haven't been here for a while and everything from the atmospheric refurbishment, the food and the very attentive team, was amazing! We will definitely be back.....

So pleased to have this back at the top of the game since it CHANGED HANDS last week. Just uped the game for excellent quality at very sensible money. Fab. Chilled, relaxed, excellent

Ate here with family early Saturday evening for the first time and was not disappointed with our choice.The food was first class we had two fillet steaks and two vegan meals which were both cooked to perfection.The staff were very helpful and very friendly and the setting was perfect,would highly recommend and will definitely be back.

I had heard this pub had changed hands from word of mouth from a friend . I had a free afternoon so a friend and I gave it go. when I arrived I was greeted by a friendly bar staff (Max and steph) they made us feel very welcome, their menu looked very appetising and will be returning for food

Super friendly bubbly staff on at lunchtime today, super selection of food and drinks to match. Would highly recommend, now under new management (Aug24) for a visit anytime of the day (lunch / dinner / drinks) 👍

Beautifully decorated pub with amazing food, and a fantastic warm welcome. You won't be disappointed!

Lovely spot and delicious meal. Had the steak with fritz - superb! Served quickly by friendly waiters. Parking a little awkward when busy - found space on the road outside.

Best restaurant at Grantchester. Lovely service with a smile Thank you Pasqui

It is great to see Pascky and the crew from Coton breathe new life into The Rupert Brooke. We love the new menu and new look, and had a superb dinner with friends on Monday. Great service, as always.

We saw it was open and thought we’d look At the smart new venue: the Rupert Brooke. The food was lovely, the service fine, It’s a very special place to dine. My advice? You’d better book!

The portions are tiny, the waiters are teenagers with no experience and it's too crowded. Worse value for money in the erea.

Very impressed with the food. Service was mediocre. Amongst a few small other inconveniences, the waiter split our bill incorrectly and proceeded to overcharge us. By this point it was too much hassle to refund the £££ per person. Other than the service I was very impressed by the food. Brilliant atmosphere too!

It was good, but we were hoping to see the vicar of Grantchester and were disappointed that he didn't come in the night we were there.

Max and big Willy make the best whiskey sours

Great place to have a glass of wine or three with the girls definitely be back soon

good food, dog-friendly indoors and outdoors, a cozy comfy atmosphere, and free parking. what's not to like? I would 100% return if only because they're kind and accommodating towards my dogs.

Food was fine, roast was disappointing it tasted very tired and like it had been sitting around for a while. Portion size not great, better for some dishes than others. I wouldn’t go back.

Good lunch menu. Nice atmosphere. Service quick. Outdoors was nice.

We came today for Sunday lunch, since it is under new ownership, we had a lovely booth next to the chefs hatch, we had some bread to start, and the Parmesan twists, roast, carbonara and fish and chips, the pumpkin panacotta, blackberry tart and the special brownie. All the food was so fresh and flavourful, the waiters and waitresses were very friendly, and being able to see the chefs at work, was a highlight to my teen, she was fascinated watching them. We will definitely be returning, we left very full and happy, keep up the great work.

The Rupert Brook restaurant Granchester Cambridge. Pascky Benedetta is the inspiration in the revival of The Rupert Brook. He has had a previous pub in Coton that continues to thrive soley upon his reputation. The gastropub franchise now has a new model of customer satisfaction in the picturesque village of Granchester just outside of central Cambridge. We went there for a family celebration and were treated to a sumptuous three course fare. Matt King the Head Chef provided us with a starter of pan fried scallops with truffle and lovely pink pickled cauliflower which went well with our New Zealand Sauvignon wine. The carnivores in the party then fed their desires with an amazing tomohawk steak with the usual trimmings accompanied by vintage Pomerol wine that was silky smooth with wonderful hints of blackcurrant. For dessert The homemade chocolate browny with burnt white chocolate, blackberries and vanilla ice cream was seductively naughty and very delicious. The culture of this establishment is first class. The staff are attentive and make you feel very special. The bottom line is that if you want to truly live the gastropub dream then you have to visit the Rupert Brook, be it a anniversary or birthday, an engagement or first date, the atmosphere will blow you away. Go there now before the rest of Cambridge finds out about this new centre of culinary excellence.

There's no one better than Pasquale,that could have taken over the Rupert Brook,the place looks fantastic,with the new decor excellent,and the food amazing,the people of Granchester are lucky to have him.well done and good luck.

There's something special about this place! Recently under new ownership, Pascky and his team have worked magic to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere that you can't help but fall in love with. It’s such a beautifully designed, thoughtfully decorated boutique restaurant / upmarket country pub. The food is next level—some of the best in Cambridge, without a doubt. You can feel the heart and care that’s gone into every aspect, from the renovation to the service, you can tell it’s been a true labor of love. The team deserves all the success and support—it’s a hidden gem and I’m sure will be winning award after award once word gets out!!

Had a Glorious Lunch here last week.. food was amazing as were the staff… a very enjoyable visit on a gorgeous sunny day we ate outside , beautiful surroundings

I had lunch today and it did not disappoint; everyone was welcoming and the atmosphere was lovely! Decided to have a large lunch that consisted of a 3 course meal as I wanted to try so much of the new menu. The highlight was my main, the Smoked Haddock Chowder which ended up in the *very* clean plate club- it was so moreish and delicious! It’s not often that a pub serves orange wine also, and I was so happy to see that option as I love funky and adventurous wines and it paired well with my Chowder! I just want to say a hug congratulations to Pasky and his team on their new adventure and can’t wait to see their success at this venue.

We dropped by for a pint and were immediately impressed by the bar staff, who were incredibly friendly and welcoming. They made us feel like long-time regulars. Despite the pub being packed, we cheekily asked for a table for two, and to our surprise, they accommodated us without any hassle or rush. It was a relief, especially considering it was their opening night. We were seated quickly and greeted warmly. Our drinks arrived promptly, along with some tap water served in what can only be described as the ugliest yet coolest jug I’ve ever seen—I’ve just ordered two for myself! The food was nothing short of delicious; I highly recommend the pommes Anna and the steak. Once again, the service was top-notch. I’ll definitely be back tomorrow!

I came to the Rupert Brooke for a lovely dinner and it did not disappoint at all. We were served by Joe Davies that provided excellent service and nothing was too much trouble for him. Made us feel very at home and comfortable. Thank you very much. Such a shame this pub is changing hands!!!

Great fish and chips, chicken was quite nice too. Amazing service:) a bit pricey but it’s Cambridge for you 🥹

Lovely food and lovely waiting staff. I would definitely recommend this place for food and a get together with friends and family

The night we visited we experienced great tasting food and service and a friendly open, relaxed atmosphere. Thoroughly recommend.

We hired the first floor private function room and roof top terrace for our Golden Wedding Anniversary celebration and were very well catered for by your staff. Jemima, though she had only recently moved into her current role, immediately inspired confidence, quickly grasping what we wanted, replying promptly whenever we got in touch and being full of helpful, sensible suggestions about the catering arrangements, buffet menu and choice of drinks. Harry, who looked after all the practical details on the day, was cheerful, attentive and went out of his way to check that everything was working out as we'd hoped - it was. The setting is excellent - smart but relaxed and informal - and the roof terrace a delightful place to relax with your guests on a summer's day. The buffet lunch was excellent with a varied and appealing choice of vegetarian and non-vegetarian treats. We can only apologise if our thirsty grandchildren drank you out of pineapple juice on the day - it's a big favourite of theirs! We came to you for a birthday celebration last year and it was great to be back at the Rupert Brooke. Once more we were delighted with the overall experience and it was the perfect place to gather our family for a happy and truly memorable celebration. Thank you for all you did to help make it that way. Hilary and John

Not the cheapest but very nice Haddock and chips(£18ish). Good service and nice place to be.

Great food, nice varied menu, lovely staff, good kids menu. Will bring the dog next time!

Solid gastro pub, good food and service and good size carpark

We live in the village and have seen this restaurant go thru a few iterations. The current iteration is really good. Good food, good service and - as expected - higher prices. But worth it. I had the lamb main and it was really delicious. The couple that manage the RB at the moment are very nice, attentive and they seem to care. We’ll definitely go back.

Exhibited all the qualities of a high end restaurant, but sadly food didn't live up to the promise. Vegan spiced lentil curry was really bland, v.small portion and served with poppadums and no rice. Cost £17. I'm not a lover of overly sweet things but Banana sponge with toffee sauce was missing sweetness completely. My tastebuds were confused looking for it. Cost £9. 'Catch of the Day' was promoted by the server. Meal was small, pleasant enough but not something to recommend, especially as it came with a price tag of £26! 10% service charge added to bill automatically. As lovely as the surroundings were, could not recommend to foodies who would also require value for money. Immaculately clean and beautifully presented with several distinct eating areas

Fantastic lunch - we all had different meals in our group and everyone enjoyed it very much. My kids are picky eaters, and the team was very accommodating. My roast was one of the best I've had anywhere out in a long time!

Excellent Sunday roast here. Best beef we have ever had at a restaurant. Service was quick, with very friendly staff. Would certainly return if in the area. Great find

Poor, very noisy. Had to shout.

Great location with brilliant chef. Sunday lunch was perfect.

Lovely Sunday roast , helpful and pleasant staff 👍

Delicious fish and chips - beautifully fresh and expertly cooked. Friendly efficient service. The affogatos were exceptional! Lovely pub - beautiful setting. Will be back. Thank you.

This place is such a hidden gem! The interior is really lovely and they have outdoor seating. We had a table in a brightly lit area with natural light. Staff and service were great, food was delicious. Try the catch of the day and the creamiest Mac & Cheese you’ll ever have! Would definitely come back again, especially on a nice summers day to sit outside.

The staff are very friendly and welcoming. They provide an excellent service and are a credit to your establishment. The food was served well and we were well looked after.

Our first visit and we were impressed with the food and service, thank you for helping us celebrate a family birthday

A few years ago I had a poor experience at TRB and wrote a negative review, and swore I'd never go there again. Well, I was somewhat compelled to go there with five others recently, and I'm glad to report that time is a great healer, or whatever people say. I couldn't have been happier with my experience there this time. We'd booked at another venue for supper, but were turned away at the door because their oven had broken down and they couldn't feed us, or anybody else. Happily, TRB took us in like good Samaritans, and we had a lovely meal with excellent service. I had crispy pork cheek to start which was absolutely lovely, and a flat iron steak with 'dirty' chips which was cooked perfectly. One of our party was unhappy with his chicken satay terrine, but in conversation with some locals before we ordered, it was suggested we should avoid it, so why B ignored this advice, we'll never know. Otherwise, thank you TRB for accommodating us in our hour of need, and now I will definitely return some time.

Food was really nice ,and the portions were a good size.Couldn’t ask more from the staff, very attentive.

Fantastic Sunday lunch! Roast beef was delicious. Highly recommend Cambridge Burnt Cream. Our dog loved his “doggy bag”!

Excellent food, lovely staff. Didn't like the bench seats, but that's being petty. All the food was delicious; I had hake and beautiful vegetables today, followed by my favourite affogato. Lovely pub atmosphere as well.

Saturday 6th April I had my wife’s party here the staff could not have done any more the venue was fantastic as well as the food A big thanks to everyone Regards Roger cooper

Food was exceptional and service was prompt and friendly! Very impressed!

Service was a little slow (but it was busy so we didn’t mind). We noticed that some items were missing from our dishes (no butter with the bread, no peas or sauce with the fish and chips). The food was very well cooked and tasted delicious. Staff were friendly and helpful, and the atmosphere was relaxed. Overall we had a lovely meal, and enjoyed our time while there.

I returned to the Rupert Brooke this week, and ordered the pea and mint soup. This tasted brilliant, as their food always does, and my server for the meal was attentive and friendly. Overall, this pub is lovely, 10/10 would recommend <33 xx

Excellent food (in fact best we have had so far on our trip). Attentive and knowledgeable staff. It was great not to be rushed through the meal and a decent wait between courses. Thanks

Out of all the pubs in the area this is one of my favourites to visit. The ambience here is always lovely and the staff, ever so friendly. I fancied something new today but still along the lines of the classic lager I enjoy, the gentleman behind the bar was very helpful in suggesting the ideal beer! Big thanks to Harry and the team :)

I'm not much of a drinker but can be picky when it comes to my low alachol drinks. However, the bartender, Harry, was very helpful in describing the various alcohol free/low drink options today. They helped me find something to enjoy. The atmosphere was really nice. Will definitely be coming back. Thanks :)

Went to Rupert Brooke for dinner after a long week of work. Was seated without a booking and had an amazing time! The cocktail made by Jemima hit the spot perfectly and the server Harry was attentive and welcoming! Had the catch of the day as a main and I haven't had a fish dish this delicious ever before! If you want a good atmosphere and absolutely delicious food I do recommend visiting this place!

Great food and service from the team, Emma, Joe and Harry were all very attentive on a very busy day at the RB, Thank you :)

Food is excellent.. Perfectly cooked roast duck breast with special puree and red wine jus.. Burger is also delicious. Kid’s gnocchi is great as well. Service is 5/5.. Sparkling clean and good atmosphere. Not cheap but worth every penny.

First time visit Went to a private event. Service was superb. The atmosphere was excellent. The food was delicious and the staff were wonderful. They were so helpful that nothing was too much trouble, and it's the first restaurant/pub that has had zero alcohol wine with a choice as well. Absolutely superb. I would recommend highly and will certainly visit again. 👍

This was my first visit here. I was very impressed with the whole experience. I am looking forward to a second visit. I would definitely recommend The Rupert Brooke. Ample parking too.

We had dinner Friday night two weeks ago and absolutely enjoyed it! We were a bit late but the team accomodated us with ease and Harry, Jemima and Emma gave us an amazing service! The food was mouth watering good and suggestions on wine were on point. Will definetly we will be back again!

Fab Sunday lunch ! Top quality food and service especially from our waitress Jemima…. We will be back !

Having been away for a while it was lovely to come back to lunch at Rupert Brooke and food / drinks were really good but it is the service that makes the visit such a joy and we will be back soon .

Jemima served me all evening, giving me the most enjoyable experience. Thanks x

Amazing experience at the Rupert Brooke, and an exceptional service from our waitress Jemima. Thank you so much

Great local spot! Consistently good food and drinks. The service is top-notch, especially from Harry the waiter - always friendly and attentive. It's pet-friendly too and they even have a menu for dogs! Had a pleasant surprise of a free Birthday dessert after they learnt we were there to celebrate. Thank you!! Highly recommend The Rupert Brooke for a reliably good dining experience.

Fab visit to the Rupert Brooke. Brilliantly taken care of by Emma and Jemima, food was exceptional - perfect portion size and super tasty. Will be back!

No food, just coffee and drink, good service, friendly staff.

Booked for tonight for tonight for 60th Wedding anniversary and they cancelled - bad customer service and so do not go for a special occasion!!!! No abuse just cancelled 4 guest due to covid but there was still 12 people going.

Excellent meal and service will definitely be back

Excellent food, but very busy so service was too slow

Excellent service and your team work so well together. They made an eightieth birthday celebration truly memorable. We will be back!

We had our family Xmas meal at the Rupert Brooke, there were 14 of us with many dietary requirements. The menu catered for everyone, the food was excellent, the service fantastic. A lovely afternoon with everyone saying they would return for a further visit.

Always enjoy dinner or lunch at the Rupert. Had a brilliant lunch there yesterday, delicious venison, good wine, and really good service despite the pub being slammed after the Barrel Race.

But weird. Very busy I guess. Attention was sparse then over the top

Nice and spacious place with plenty of windows and as a result - natural light. It feels cosy, comfortable and friendly. Parking on the premises available. It's located in a tranquil environment with a lot of green space and walking trails nearby. The staff is young, friendly and kind. The menu (Christmas one, for example) is nice and the selection is satisfactory. The quality and taste of the food is excellent. It's a very decent place, and last but not least, it's not overpriced.

This was a large party with pre ordered food. Despite this being booked for 8.00 pm start for dinner we were still waiting for our main courses at 10.00 pm. Too late to eat for most of us! The soup was OK but somewhat tasteless and the chick pea curry was overpriced for what it was. Service was friendly but they clearly struggled with the delivery of our food.

Excellent service, made to feel very welcome, food was absolutely delicious. Very tentative & friendly staff. Thank you for a lovely evening, we will be returning.

Great food dog friendly nice staff