Friday, 13 July 2012

The Old Crown Inn

Lodge Road, Messing, Colchester, Essex, CO5 9TU

The Old Crown in Messing has got to be every villagers dream local.  Good beers, a selection of reasonably priced wines and an ever changing seasonal menu, all served in a relaxed, traditional pub setting that doesn’t have delusions of grandeur.

You will not find the formulaic beech finish tables, laminate flooring and contrasting two tone walls here; this is a pub’s pub.  Think traditional beams, solid dark wood tables, understated simple decor, and carpet.

This is honest, straightforward delicious food, made from the best of locally sourced seasonal produce, expertly cooked to order and presented without fuss.   The dishes available are mainly British, although encompass some welcome modern twists, cooking techniques and European influences that keep the menus interesting and different.

Pop in for a ploughman’s lunch, a hearty dinner, or even a good pint and some home-made bar snacks; their freshly cooked pork scratching and crisps are fabulous.  Great British food in a Great British Pub.

Our rating based on customer review: 7/10

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