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The Kings Arms Broomfield, Chelmsford, Essex

The Kings Arms Broomfield

4.1
4.1
20 Reviews
£25 and under
Gastro Pub

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Charming
Welcome to the Kings Arms.
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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Tapas / Small Plates, Pizzeria
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa

What 20 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 3.9Ambience
  • 3.8Value

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Review summary

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The Kings Arms Broomfield offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere with "friendly service" and "great food." Diners appreciate the "lovely fish and chips" and "fabulous Sunday roast." The venue is ideal for both casual dining and events, featuring live entertainment and a varied menu with weekly specials.

20 Reviews
  1. Jamie

    Essex1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful breakfast at a reasonable price, they didn't have avocado so was able to change ham to bacon on eggs benedict for my partner. I had the full English, top quality ingredients and cooked brilliantly. Best breakfast I've had in Chelmsford hands down. Mia served us and she was great also.

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  2. David

    Essex3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Second try here for food and yet again had a great time. Food was spot on again cooked well and good portions. The staff was very good and very polite and friendly and made you feel very welcoming. Had a tribute singer tonight he was a George Michael tribute act. Some people don't want to eat while someone is singing and loud noise , but it doesn't bother us and we thought the singer was very good and looked the part but as a musician myself he was a little flat but he can work on that but fair play to him we still enjoyed his act. Nice to see the Kings Arms busy . We will be back.
    The Kings Arms BroomfieldResponded 7 days ago
    Hi , Thank you for taking the time to review The Kings Arms, Broomfield and for giving us a fabulous four star review. We are so glad you enjoyed our food, we will of cause pass this on to our chef. We are so glad you enjoyed the George Michael act and these slightly loud, I will pass on the flatness to the events manager. As always we really appreciate your honest and valuable feedback, and look forward in welcoming you back very soon. Kind Regards, The Kings Arms Team.

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  3. Claire

    Essex1 review

    2.0

    Dined on January 11, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    The pub was cold no fires lit on a very cold evening. TV screen in the restaurant with football on which wasn’t what I wanted for a romantic evening. The pub can’t decide if it’s a sports bar or a dinning pub. The food was covered in salt even the butter had salt on it. The positives were that the waitresses were lovely and attentive and arranged a surprise birthday desert with 2 glasses of presecco.

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    London7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on January 10, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was good, the service was minimal as only had lunch. I am more than happy that the Kings Arms is back in action and serving food, however, it seemed evident that we went for Friday Lunch they are struggling for customers. This may be because it is January, however, I believe they need to look at their pricing as this may be a factor. With the Popular Angel very nearby with easy access and parking, they are offering food at a slightly lower price than the Arms- burgers being one example. The Arms are charging additional for cheese and bacon - can understand the bacon but not the cheese. Pizzas are a pound or so cheaper and finally charging £5 for a pint of Diet Coke is extreme. I want the Kings Arms to be successful and so my feedback is meant to be constructive- either drop prices slightly and take the hit or maybe look at more economical ingredients to bring down costs. Good luck the Arms - I’m fully behind you but will struggle to pay over £50 for two lunch meals and two soft drinks in the future.

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  5. Maggie VIP

    London14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really enjoying having this pub as an option for local eating. Service is friendly, food is good and always freshly prepared and it feels fresh and clean. Will be back
    The Kings Arms BroomfieldResponded on January 21, 2025
    Hi Maggie, Thank you so much for your five star review, we are thrilled you enjoyed your visit, and look forward in welcoming you back to the Kings Arms very soon. Kind Regards, The Kings Arms team.

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  6. JOHN

    Essex1 review

    2.0

    Dined on December 27, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    Living nearby and not wanting to cook after a long journey, I tried the Kings Arms. I like to support local establishments such as the Rose and Crown (Great Waltham) and the Six Bells (Boreham). My first impression on viewing the main menu was the prices. They seemed a little high so I assumed I would be getting something special. I chose two "small plates". The waitress placed a small empty plate with raised edges on the table. The plate was stone cold. The two dishes then arrived. As I was on my own there was no point in taking food from the two dishes to place it on a cold plate. As for the dishes, the Italian meatballs in tomato sauce was acceptable but it was supposed to be accompanied by bread. The few very thin slices of bread were totally inadequate. Why skimp on the cheapest part of the dish? The fried Zucchini were a disappointment, probably because I expected something as tasty as experienced in Greece. In the event I was presented with 5 or 6 slices covered with batter and lacking any fried Zucchini flavour. I was offered the pudding menu, which surprisingly was priced slightly lower than I am used to seeing. I chose the crumble and custard. My first impression was how very small the twee pot of custard was. When poured it didn't even cover the top of the crumble. Again, why stint on the cheapest part. Something in the crumble topping was extremely hard. The apple crumble itself was not inspiring compared with that in other establishments. My 250ml of Merlot was fine if a little pricey at £10. A 13% service charge was added to the bill that came to just over £40 Considering what I had, I considered £40 excessive especially when compared with my usual dinning places. Will I be back, I doubt it even though I can walk there in a few minutes. My overall feeling was one of disappointment.

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  7. Iain

    Essex1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Was looking for a function for the work team from the ambulance hq for our Christmas meal. The Kings arms Broomfield was perfect for us, the food was great, service was fantastic couldn't ask for anymore. Thank you for the hospitality from us all at EEAST

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  8. Allan

    Essex1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely fish and chips good value.will visited again soon
    The Kings Arms BroomfieldResponded on January 21, 2025
    Hi Allan, Thank you so much for your five star review, we are thrilled you enjoyed your visit and the fish and chips, we look forward in welcoming you back to the Kings Arms very soon. Kind Regards, The Kings Arms team.

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  9. Ricky

    Essex1 review

    5.0

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’m local to the pub and would really love you to bring back the mushroom ARANCINI please!!!! But always enjoy the food and feel you’ve made the new menu which we’ll be back to try more!! But who have I got to speak to to bring back that mushroom dish??? lol

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  10. Louise

    Essex1 review

    5.0

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Really nice small plates. Very friendly/efficient staff. Blue light discount 👍
    The Kings Arms BroomfieldResponded on January 21, 2025
    Hi Louise, Thank you so much for your five star review, we are thrilled you enjoyed your visit, and the discount we offer for Blue Light card members. We look forward in welcoming you back to the Kings Arms very soon. Kind Regards, The Kings Arms team.

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The Kings Arms Broomfield is rated 4.1 stars by 20 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
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295 Main Rd, Chelmsford, Essex CM1 7AU

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Tapas / Small Plates, Pizzeria
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
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