This lovely little pub on forehill in Ely still has athmosphere. They drinks are good and prices…read morereasonable and on the weekend they sometimes have bands playing or a disco going on until the early hours. Two small garden (smoking) area and a pool table make this pub my favourite in Ely

Great date place, hangout and restaurant. Basically, it has great, upscale pub food. Cute interior…read moreand ambiance. Husband and I went for a 5:30 PM dinner and had the place to ourselves. It is the summer, so I guess people prefer to enjoy the warmer weather near the river. We enjoyed ourselves, the food (I recommend the 10 oz burger) and the service. The price was right. A+. Next time I want to check out the garden!

Frustrating and very disappointed on our day trip to No Hurry in…read more Arrived there at 13:00 with our person supported 2x wheelchair user . Serving food only at the garden which is great because its sunny. Found a bench we can seat on. GOT IGNORED multiple times and no signs for what to do when you want order. After 20 mins seating and looking like a thwat we manage to ask where can we order. She told us that they are not taking orders for the next 30 mins, then proceed to walk away no explanation after that. Sooooo rude!!!! Eventually we catch the attention of one of the young waitress, ordered drinks and she kindly explained why can't we order food. She said to wait for 15 mins then hand us the menu upon my colleague request. After waiting for 1hr and 30mins and finishing our drinks we decided to just leave. Felt ignore, discriminate at and very hungry. Within the times we were waiting new costumers coming in and staff are accomodating them, asking for their orders and bring out FOOD. We visit and eat here a lot before the pandemic start because of the scenery,food and staff accomodating dietary needs. This might be the very last day that i will take our person supported.

After deciding to drive around until stumbling on a random country pub, we found this hidden place…read moreappropriately named "Five Miles From Anywhere". The pub is really cosy, the staff welcoming and friendly (very important) and the food was excellent - will definitely be stumbling upon this delightfully hidden establishment again!

Fantastic on every level!…read more The service is top notch and everything we ate was just absolutely delicious. I had their crispy pig face, mini arincini, 60-day aged sirloin (which they age themselves), triple fried chips, and rocket salad. Also their rosemary focaccia bread was phenomenal. It was like crack in bread form. I also had a great beer on cask as well as a glass of their Nero D'Avola from Sicily which went perfectly with my steak. Speaking of the steak, it was perfectly cooked medium rare and had a very crisp and flavorful exterior. My friends said their doughnuts are to die for here, but unfortunately we didn't leave enough room after the wonderful feast we had. Next time! The atmosphere is pub/cottagey with loads of character. I really look forward to returning here on future visits.

Came in for a pint waiting for a friend. Loved the atomosphere. Friendly staff. Great place to rest…read moreyour feet and have a drink! Next time I'll have to try the food.

The Old Ferry Boat Inn was a lovely place to stay. My daughter and I enjoyed the atmosphere very…read moremuch. We were able to check in after hours and had a very nice breakfast and conversation with our host. Very scenic and delightful! I would most definitely recommend!

Okay, so my Ferry Boat review deserves another update, I think…read more We've been there twice again in the last couple of months and, on both occasions, the experience was a marked improvement on what'd gone on before: we put it down to new management. The Ferry Boat enjoys a lovely setting - quite remote really in the hamlet of Holywell, itself within the lovely Fenland countryside right next to the River Great Ouse. (Activities on the river no doubt giving the pub its name, and the reason for its very existance, I'd guess). The pub was as popular as last time - we had trouble finding a table - but unlike on previous occasions there was No queueing to order and The meal was brought to us in a decent time. Unfortunately we didn't spot the separate Midweek Specials menu until we were leaving (why wasn't there one on every table?) but it seems that they were trying hard to offer a good variety. That said, rice dishes seem very out-of fashion anywhere at the moment, and the only pasta dish was vegetarian (not that THAT matters to me, but worth noting.) On a positive note, they have installed another pump to offer a guest ale - a good pub is notable by the variety of ales on offer, as far as I'm concerned. And, on both recent visits, the staff were concerned to court our opinion - both in asking us how our meal was (fairly standard, I know) but also asking us to go online and fill out a survey. That's got to be a good sign of a will to improve, So yeah. The Ferry Boat Inn is on the way up, for us. We'll be back again soon.

This is what I imagine when I think English pubs. Lots of locals chatting about their days. Dogs…read more English bar staff playing chess when quiet. I had the Friday night special- fish and chips- partner had vegetarian sausages and mash. Both simple but lovely. Great array of real ales on tap- my partner thinks he has found his new favourite stout. Excellent.

This is a cozy, friendly pub, with lots of space. We ordered lunch a bit past the peak rush and it…read morecame lightening fast. The haddock cakes and the ploughman's lunch were really tasty and reasonably priced (£7.50 and £6.50 respectively, May 2014). They have a steak night on Thurs for £11 (they suggest calling ahead) that includes a glass of wine, as well as a Trivia night on Tuesdays. If you're coming from Cambridge, it's a great bike ride on a sunny day alongside the Guided busway and then on the 10,000 strips genome trail.

Had a lovely late dinner here. The vegetable pie and the carrot ginger soup were both delicious…read more And the Eton Mess for dessert was a great finish. We went in expecting mediocre pub food and despite arriving at 9PM with the kitchen closing we had an excellent meal and service. Couldn't be more pleased.

The White Swan restaurant is superb! The food comes beautifully presented and it tastes phenomenal…read morewhich for the price you wouldn't expect anything less! The chef's here are certainly top notch and have an artistic flair to add to their quality skills. The waiting staff are also wonderfully polite, professional and experience working in such a luxurious and sophisticated place. Everything from hygiene to staff to food are amazing at The White Swan and I urge you to make a trip if your wallet allows for it.

Such a cute place!! The food was delicious, service was so nice and ambiance was cozy and adorable!read more

If you want a traditional English pub experience then this is the place for you! The atmosphere was…read moretruly delightful. The pub is a family business and many locals as patrons are like family. We immediately stood out as we are from the US. That didn't matter though they treated us like family too. We spoke to this gentleman that was starting the day's fire. He was extremely friendly. The bartender came out to great us and help us to order food. I ordered the mature cheese sandwich (grilled cheese) with pickles. I soon learned that the pickles were really chutney. They were worried I would like it and brought me bread sand butter pickles. I ate both and they were delicious what's not to like. I highly recommend White Horse. Your not a stranger your extended family!

I've been remiss in not submitting a review of our experience at the Cutter Inn sooner... The…read morebottom line, it was an excellent experience! Kirsty (manager) and her staff were outstanding and did an excellent job under a challenging request. My wife and I were in search of a pub/restaurant that could provide food for a group of 15 persons, within 24 hours, and much later at night. The reason for the short notice was another Turkish establishment in Ely, who shall remain nameless and which we will never patron ever again, canceled on us. When we reached out to Kirsty and her staff, and explained our predicament, they were very understanding and professional. They not only accommodated our group, but the food had been previously coordinated in advance and we did not have to wait long for it, and it was very delicious. I DEFINITELY RECOMMEND DINING HERE IF YOU HAVE AN OPPORTUNITY!

It happens to all of us. You miss the train and suddenly you have an hour to kill in a station…read morethat isn't very warm or hospitable (as Ely's is). So you ask someone where the nearest pub is and they direct you to the Cutter. A proper old English pub with modern sensibilities. Had a decent curry, which they put together for me quickly as by the time we had gotten there (15 minute walk from the station) we only had 30 minutes there before we had to start making our way back to the station. Grabbed a pint, ate my curry somewhat leisurely, and sauntered back to the station. We really should have moved faster, as we got there 2 minutes before our train arrived and almost missed it again! :-) Next time I'm here I'll stay a bit longer, for sure.

This is a great little pub which somehow manages to squeeze in a wide selection of real ales, some…read moreinexpensive, hearty food, and a dart board! There are two bars, one of which is the sporting area and holds the telly and dart board and is kitted out in dark wood throughout. The other bar is comfier with cushioned chairs and stools, lots of beer paraphernalia on the walls, there is also a real fire which is extremely welcoming on a cold winters afternoon. In the summer you can use the beer garden at the rear which is surprisingly large given the location. It is worth noting that at lunchtime, food is served noon until two, but its best not to get there too late. The food is uber-traditional, from excellent soup and sandwiches with home-cooked ham to more substantial dishes such as lasagne, and just about everything comes with excellent chips. As mentioned above the beer is varied and is also kept exceptionally well in my opinion. There is normally a choice of around five real beers on tap, ranging from a porter to much lighter choices, plus a couple of lagers. All in all, the world would be a better place if all pubs where like the Red Lion!

I've been living in Histon since September and I've been to the Read Lion at least 10 times. I…read morereally can't get enough. BEST HAND-CUT CHIPS IN THE WORLD (for just 3£ or 1.50£ for half a portion!!!!)

Absolutely love this place. OK the place might get a bit upper class country posh with preppy kids…read moreand their parents visiting in Cambridge. The place is located near the Madingley Hall, a beautiful country location of Cambridge University. The food was absolutely delicious. The menu is focused on Italian european but also has some British dishes. Loved the coffee. Drinks and spirits looked good but didn't go for it. The staff was polite and friendly. Called them up last minute to reserve a table to which they happily obliged.

The Three Horseshoes is probably my favourite restaurant in the entire world…read more Set in the refreshringly green hamlet (or village, not really sure on the distinctions) of Madingley, it is a charmingly floral spot for a Summer's lunch and a cosy retreat from the Winter's chill. The food is innovative, interesting and always beautifully presented: having spent a lot of time in Italy, I am often dissappointed with the Italian food in England, but The Three Horseshoes always hits the right note. The seasonally changing menu is always a delight, but I particularly like their use of autumn veg, particularly butternut squash. Whatever buffalo mozzarella they use deserves a special place in heaven, and my boyfriend always manages to find room for their delicately seasoned lemon tart. Well worth a visit - if you're a student, this is definitely one to persuade your parents to take you to.