I went with two friends for dinner last night. We booked a table outside a few weeks back with under table heating. The young man on table service was so... read more friendly and happy nothing was too much. The food was yummy. I sat outside till 9 pm without a coat or jumper and it wasn't that warm but the under table heater worked its magic. Making it a comfortable dinner outside.

  Was shown to our table and after about 15 minutes had to grab someone to ask for drinks. They took what felt like forever to arrive.

Ordered pre... read more starters as expected the wait time for food to be long.

Ordered starters and mains... the starters turned up before the pre starters, when we questioned this no one could find the order and we’re very confused. We asked if we could just have the pork crackling, 2 bowls of pork scratchings turned up!! Not what was on the menu nor what we ordered.

Several rounds of drinks took so long to arrive or they were totally wrong. Lattes ordered, decaf coffees turned up!

No cutlery in the tables so had to ask for some, food got cold whilst waiting. Staff really slow.

Another table there got so fed up of waiting they walked out!!

Shall 100% not return

  Food was not bad, the burger was burnt a lot and the brownie was mushed up.

Service was slow but the waiters are pretty good.

  Freezing cold evening . Sat outside in lovely heated tent allowing us to be with friends. Food delivered piping hot . Offered blankets and hot water bottles but not actually needed .

  Under Gov guidelines had to book an outside table to meet with friends, was a bit worried due to weather, but no need to be. The outside eating area sits... read more under a huge tent, there were leg heaters under the table (they were brill), hot water bottles, blankets we were toasty! There are more heaters on the way apparently so it'll get even better (you do need to wrap up, it is outside and there is only so much they can do to cope with an English winter) but they have really gone to huge effort to make sure you are comfortable. The food was excellent, the service was brilliant with happy, friendly and attentive staff and we had an excellent night. It got busy and that was horrible wet Thursday so I would recommend booking.

All in all an excellent evening, great to get out with mates, no time limit on table, no pressure to order, eat and leave that you find in other places. I had the chicken burger which I usually avoid elsewhere as it can disappoint but it was lovely, perfect in fact. Well done all at the Crown, it was my first visit (the others with me have been and rated it highly) and I will definitely be back.

  I have visited this pub twice. Last visit was a family Halloween meal and creative activities for the children.
I cant praise the staff enough! They are attentive, responsible,... read more professional, friendly, helpful ... the compliments could continue 🙂
Its really a lovely pub and if you are in the area I would say this is a pub to visit

  I booked an outside table on a Friday night to meet up with some girl friends complying with tier 2 covid restrictions. This was our first visit to the pub.... read more We were very impressed with all the covid guidelines being followed and social distancing. Our table was under a lovely canopy area with fairy lights and several heaters, we had wrapped up warm too. Thr waitresses were lovely, very warm, genuine and helpful, in particular Joe who was pregnant and still very energetic!! And another young blonde waitress that went out of her way to show me all the different flavours teas I could choose from. The drinks were very reasonably priced and the food being served to other tables looked delicious. So a lovely, warm enjoyable evening with a great but safe atmosphere,we are planning to return in a couple of weeks this time to eat too.

  Excellent birthday lunch at a cracking local. Great food, well presented, well cooked, good value (Chorizo Scotch Egg amazing!). Excellent choice of beers and wine, again very good value. Staff... read more brilliant, really personable and attentive but not over the top, an absolute credit, especially during such testing times. 10/10

  Fantastic lunch, we had confit duck pancakes and the crowns homemade burger, both present and cooked beautifully. My husband, being a little fussy didnt want some of the bits on... read more the burger, it wasnt a problem, meal arrived exactly as he wanted it. Will definitely be returning.

  Visited here for the second time in less than a month - both Monday lunchtimes. Had a fabulous lunch today. My wife and I both had the Sea Bass which... read more was delicious, served with seasonal veg and atlantic prawns. I followed up with the apple crumble and custard which was really tasty and piping hot. My wife had the Banoffee Mess. Staff are very attentive and friendly. A great pub, worth a visit! We ate from the £15 a head two course menu so was good value.

  I certainly was not impressed at all the food is below average and not as hyped up as i expected! Last year we visited the sunday roast was brilliant this... read more year however no! Just no, my self and my family came in we all had roasts, to start the service was very slow, the roast potatoes were cold the plates were cold the beef was really tough and the gravy was lumpy! Its such a shame i have to give this review as the first time we visited it was really nice

  Had such a lovely visit to this pub.

The food is spot on and all the staff are lovely. This place has a great atmosphere and the service was... read more prompt.

Definitely recommend. Ate all the food before I got a chance to post pics.

  Very busy (on a Wednesday evening)
Good service.
Tables too close together (IMHO)
My steak was good, partner's chicken was dry
"Local" cheese was cheddar, stilton and brie... read more

  I went for lunch on Monday. I was greeted by a friendly lady who kept asking me if 'we' were Ok, if 'we' wanted a drink, if 'we' wanted to... read more order. I didn't feel qualified to answer for her, but yes to all from me.

I was also told that the pub was only offering a £20.00, 2 course set menu, to be sold at £10.00 due to the Governments relief. And there's the con. We ordered 2 Lamb Burgers. We didn't want dessert, but, for arguments sake, let's call dessert £4 in a pub, and I have been charged £32.00 for 2 Lamb Burgers. Hiding behind 'Eat Out to Help Out' in order to rip customers off is not a good plan. I wonder how many Burgers they will sell at £16.00ea on Thursday? Is the £20.00 menu the same at the weekend? The scheme is offering 50% of what one spends, not doubling up for the operator.

That said, the food was good and the service very pleasant. Well done to the Team being let down by the duplicitous owners.

It's a shame. It is a nice pub but, with so many other nice places in the area, why go back?

  Great quality, 2 courses for £10, brilliant Eat out to help out option. Great service high quality food

  Great village location, good parking, lovely space inside and outside. Great atmosphere, good food and brilliant staff.

  Had a lovely experience here every time we’ve been. Always greeted in a friendly way and the pub are very accommodating with the pushchair. Good beer and the burger is... read more fantastic!! We keep returning...

  Lovely evening at the Crown yesterday, the food was amazing! We will definately be back.
Great selection for kids too.
Thank you x

  Thank you for a fabulous meal this evening.
Excellent choice of menu for the government incentive.
Steak was delicious and cooked really well, great value 2 courses for £10!!!... read more /> Well done Aaron and team on a very busy night great meal.
Thank you

  Excellent pub, great food and service not to forget the lovely atmosphere. Well done all the har work they put in to make it a great village pub and keep... read more us safe with all the measures they put in place

  This maybe titled Post Lockdown Dinner, but have to say, lovely welcome, good service and excellent food. Although a restricted number of tables, everything was efficient, well presented and perfectly... read more cooked. Fab 'little' pub, staff welcoming and organised; car park was full (good sign in my eyes) so had to park out on the main road, but not a problem. Apart from the visusl signs by staff of social distancing, you couldn't have asked for a better organised establishment. Credit to Valda and her team. May just have to do a second visit, which if you are a follower of my reviews is very rare. Well done all...

  The Crown inn is an amazing pub, great atmosphere- which in the current climate could be tricky! The staff are really professional and friendly and create a great feel to... read more the pub!
The outside space under the tent is brilliant. We went up to the pub for dinner a week or so ago and it was delicious! Really good quality food and drink!
Since reopening following lock down it’s clear that a list of hard work has gone into creating a safe warm environment to go and relax in!
Really looking forward to out next visit this weekend!

  Great atmosphere, lovely food and such friendly staff. Will definitely be returning soon. Cleanliness and safety Covid precautions were very good.

  Always a fantastic experience visiting the Crown. Great service, lovely beer/wine and food top notch. Huge amounts of effort have been put into the pub, particularly during recent months (COVID-19)... read more to make this a safe and pleasant village pub!!

  Been back for a meal and for drinks since lockdown and they have really made an effort with changing the menu around, new chef and making areas to eat safely... read more distanced. We were really impressed and enjoyed the food so much!
We were being well looked after and the waitresses come round often to make sure you are ok and to take extra orders, so you are not left waiting long!
Amazing outdoor seating, really great attention to detail, worth a visit.

  This used to be my local but since moving away I have not been back much, I was not disappointed. The owners have really taken the time and invested in... read more the outside space. Even during these strange times of socialising, it’s very comfortable and feels warm under the tented outside area and lighting and flowers set it off beautifully.
Food was really lovely and was a surprise, I was expecting ‘pub grub’ but it was much more than that!! Highly recommend the prawns and Caesar salad. Pricing was fine and reasonable in my opinion.
Live music by Kyle Chater acoustic was lovely and service was fab and attentive. Overall a great evening and I will be back soon.
Book a table and go treat yourself to an evening out, you won’t be disappointed!!!!

  Where to start...
The place looks amazing and totally Covid safe.
The food was delicious and home cooked. Staff service was swift and friendly and great atmosphere.
They have... read more a new outside covered area that is beautiful and well lit.
10 out of 10.
Live but subtle music outside.

  We had booked a few weeks in advance but when we arrived we couldn’t get seated, it was extremely busy for Sunday lunch which is good to see on the... read more local place but they were way over booked. When we did get a seat and ordered the food it was okay but way over priced for what you got. Portion size was tiny. We got one and a half thin slices of meat that was stone cold, the veggies were cold and way under cooked and two roast potatoes each.
I’ve been a few times since it reopened but I think this will now be our last. I’ve seen lots of nice pictures posted on Facebook by this place but that’s definitely not what we were served. I would of sent the food back but the server wasn’t the friendliest after getting our drinks order wrong. Lots of other nice places close by to try instead.

  We visited The Crown yesterday for the 1st time for a family meal after a crazy couple of hours celebrating our 5 yr olds birthday, what a great decision we... read more made! Kids are very welcome.
The food is delicious & generous portion sizes. The food is real food, cooked in their kitchens NOT the ready sliced meat preserved in gravy from the wholesaler, frozen roast potatoes & veg topped with some bisto that some pubs serve under the guise of a roast dinner.
The atmosphere was buzzy, happy & relaxed whilst still be being able to easily have your own conversation.
We will be back without a doubt. Probably the best roast within a good few miles.
Give it try, it’s very much worth the effort for an extra few minutes in the car.

  Expensive food! £18 for roast duo of pork! £16 for beef. We don’t mind paying good money for a roast, but neither meal was worth the above price! Beef was... read more fatty, could only eat a little bit, pork loin dry as a bone and the pork belly cubes minimal! Gravy near on flavourless, and gluey in texture. Vegetable selection was good however, but extra side veg was expensive again! Cauliflower cheese had hardly any cheese sauce, so was dry.
Some staff were good, the two dark haired ladies, another staff member was ill and therefore going into and out of the toilet, sick left in toilet!!! Hope she washed her hands!? Also saw said waitress coming in from outside and immediately taking plates, no hand washing??
Drinks were good price, so if popping in for a drink then fair enough.
Table location, uncomfortable, old furniture with stains on the seats. Felt in the way of staff members.
All in all, disappointing and will likely not return, mainly based on the ‘London’ food prices!

  Expensive food! £18 for roast duo of pork! £16 for beef. We don’t mind paying good money for a roast, but neither meal was worth the above price! Beef was... read more fatty, could only eat a little bit, pork loin dry as a bone and the pork belly cubes minimal! Gravy near on flavourless, and gluey in texture. Vegetable selection was good however, but extra side veg was expensive again! Cauliflower cheese had hardly any cheese sauce, so was dry.
Some staff were good, the two dark haired ladies, another staff member was ill and therefore going into and out of the toilet, sick left in toilet!!! Hope she washed her hands!? Also saw said waitress coming in from outside and immediately taking plates, no hand washing??
Drinks were good price, so if popping in for a drink then fair enough.
Table location, uncomfortable, old furniture with stains on the seats. Felt in the way of staff members.
All in all, disappointing and will likely not return, mainly based on the ‘London’ food prices!

  Popped in for an evening bite to eat as we were working in the area. Pub looks very nice and fresh, fire on and staff more than happy to chat... read more and help.

Food was fantastic wish we ate here the night before.

Would highly recommend

  I highly recommend a visit with your friends & family for a beautifully cooked breakfast at The Crown Inn Elsenham! They provide a top class friendly service paired with freshly... read more cooked local produce. (Perfectly cooked poached eggs) Fantastic value for money and my friends and I will be returning there very soon! Thank you so much! A*****

  What a lovely breakfast with friends.
The staff were friendly and very helpful.
My food was cooked beautifully and the sausages were of great quality and sourced locally.
I... read more will definitely be coming back again soon and worth the drive out of town to get to it. The car park is a good size.

  I visited the Crown Inn for breakfast which was very tasty, freshly cooked, and filling.Great menu, Great service, friendly staff, clean, tidy, freshly decorated, cosy warm feeling atmosphere, would definitely... read more have another visit for breakfast, maybe a lunch or dinner. We'll worth a 10 minute drive. Thanks Crown inn.

  What a lovely breakfast with friends.
The staff were friendly and very helpful.
My food was cooked beautifully and the sausages were of great quality and sourced locally.
I... read more will definitely be coming back again soon and worth the drive out of town to get to it. The car park is a good size.

  My wife was desperate to try the roast here after seeing it on Facebook. They managed to fit 4 of us in with only 4 hours notice and I’m glad... read more they did.
Standard menu for Sunday but a 4 meat option for the more greedy. Also a selection for people who don’t want a Sunday roast.
Service was cheerful and food came out quickly. Very tasty roast with the biggest Yorkshire ever. Definitely will return and highly recommend.

  The new management have done a fantastic job in the reopening of this pub, food is great, service is great, prices are reasonable. If you do plan to eat, I... read more would book a table at the earliest opportunity as its always full.

  Well portioned tasty roasts with a variety of meats on offer. Plenty of side options available and delicious dessert options too. No faults!

  Excellent night. Great group of locals. Great food. Friendly staff. A must go to place and the end of a journey.