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The Cricketers Arms in Rickling Green, Saffron Walden, Essex

The Cricketers Arms in Rickling Green

4.7
4.7
592 Reviews
£25 and under
Gastro Pub

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 1 time today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Dog-friendly
RESTAURANT NOTE: Our outside tables are not bookable, they are available on a first come first served basis. Should you wish to reserve a table in our pergola, you must contact us directly please by phone 01799 619260 or email info@thecricketersarmspub.co.uk

Whether you’re after a comforting home - cooked meal after a long day at work or fabulous fine dining for a special celebration, we’ve got something for every occasion. Choose from our locally sourced, innovative menu and excellent wine list in our oak beamed bar or stylish restaurant.
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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, British
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Mon–Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–4:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 6:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking is at the rear of the property.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Harry Kodagoda

What 592 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Essex

    Good for business meals

  • Essex

    Neighborhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Cricketers Arms in Rickling Green offers "fabulous food" with an "interesting menu" catering to all diets. Guests appreciate the "warm welcome" and "friendly, efficient service." The pub's "lovely atmosphere" and beautiful setting enhance the dining experience. Known for its "superb" Sunday roasts and creative dishes, it's a local favorite.

592 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food and helpful staff but very slow for the food to arrive - waited for 45 minutes and was told 3 times the food was being plated up

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  2. woody

    Kent

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We found the staff really friendly and very helpful. Our two course lunch was delicious, thank you to all concerned.

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  3. Janet

    Hertfordshire

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and lovely food. Bit pricey but worth it

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  4. Phillipa

    Hertfordshire

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always guaranteed a delicious roast, lovely staff.

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  5. Helena

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a lovely experience - great food, beautiful setting.

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  6. Susan

    Essex

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 18, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    My son was happy with his burger but I was disappointed with my fish and chips. The quality of the potatoes was poor and they’d weren’t really chips but cut up potatoes with the skin on I would rather have had the french fries my son had with his burger. The fish batter was a bit ‘heavy’ and it didn’t taste freshly fried. It was a shame as it was my birthday lunch. The noise from other diners in the room was so great that we quickly drank our coffee and left, as it was hard to have a conversation!!

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  7. Hannah

    Cambridge

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 12, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Whilst the food was good quality, we ordered three roast dinners and all were cold by the time they were served. We did advise a member of the team but they didn’t do much about it. It was also quite cold in the pub, but we would definitely eat there again and passed on the feedback at the time.

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  8. Mac

    Cambridge

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 12, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Went for Sunday lunch with a group of friends, been here many times before but clearly since Andy the manager has left things have gone down hill slightly. As always delicious food, but the service was far from excellent. Had to ask twice for gravy and sauces to compliment our roast dinner. Had to ask twice for hot milk for my coffee, very slow and poor service throughout our visit. Staff just walking around looking lost, just seemed no one at was taking charge of the place. A real shame.

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  9. jackie

    Essex

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 12, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    First visit ( needed somewhere convenient for airport and a decent Sunday roast). Had trouble finding actual entrance to building but once in, was impressed. Lots of staff do no waiting around. It was a freezing cold day and not very warm inside the building but it soon warmed up once more people arrived. My friend was on crutches but we were put on a table up a level so she struggled with steps. Our order was taken quickly and the food arrived promptly. It was hot, plentiful and delicious. No complaints at all with the food. Good value for money!

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  10. clive

    Hertfordshire

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on January 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great Sunday roast with cheerful and helpful staff , very busy which to us was a good sign . Recommended.

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FAQs

The Cricketers Arms in Rickling Green offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 01799 619260.

The Cricketers Arms in Rickling Green is rated 4.7 stars by 592 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 1 time today
Google Map for The Cricketers Arms in Rickling Green

Rickling Green, Near Stansted, Saffron Walden, Essex CB11 3YG

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, British
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Mon–Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–4:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 6:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking is at the rear of the property.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Harry Kodagoda
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