The Cricketers Arms in Rickling Green

4.7

578 Reviews

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 9 times 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.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
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
Phone number
01799 619260
Website
http://thecricketersarmspub.co.uk/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Harry Kodagoda
Private party facilities
For all private events please contact us directly via our website or call 01799 619260.

Location
Rickling Green, Near Stansted, Saffron Walden, Essex CB11 3YG
Neighborhood
Saffron Walden
Parking details
Parking is at the rear of the property.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wine

Filo baked ricotta, spinach and feta pie£18.50
Roasted root vegetable, squash and mushroom risotto£18.00
Pan fried fillet of sea bass£24.00
Café de Paris butter chicken Kiev£24.00
Rump steak, braised beef and ox tail pie£28.00
Beer battered market fish and chips£17.50
Cajun spiced halloumi burger£16.00
Buffalo chicken burger£16.50
Beef and pork burger£16.50
- smoked bacon£1.50
- cheese£1.50
- guacamole£1.50
28-day aged 10oz rump steak£26.00
- peppercorn sauce£2.50
- red wine jus£2.50
- Béarnaise£2.50
- Binham Blue cheese£2.50

Extras

Skinny fries / triple cooked chips£4.50
- add truffle oil and parmesan£1.00
Dauphinoise potato£4.50
Garlic buttered mushroom, greens and peas£4.50
Braised red cabbage and honey glazed root veg£4.50
Greek salad£4.50

What 578 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
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Essex
Best Food
Essex
Neighborhood gem
Essex
Great for outdoor dining
Essex
Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Cricketers Arms in Rickling Green offers a charming and idyllic setting with "fabulous food" and consistently "friendly and attentive staff." Guests rave about the "superb Sunday roast" and delicious vegetarian options. The pub's inviting atmosphere makes it a perfect spot for family gatherings or special occasions.

578 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Essex
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I took my partner for her birthday last night. I have eaten there before and it was good, so expected the same. Food was excellent, both had steaks, cooked perfectly to our liking , chips, excellent, accompanying veg dishes, also excellent. Deserts were equally good, and GF options availabe on many dishes. Good choice of wines, and the one lad who was working was also ecxellent, very polite and attentive, nice table on its own, had a very nice evening,thanks
The Cricketers Arms in Rickling GreenResponded on November 22, 2024
Dear Guest, Huge thanks for the review So pleased we met your previous expectations We look forward to seeing you again soon Regards Andy @ TCA
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Mike
Oxford
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Really lacked any ambience. Rather cold and bleak. Was looking forward to eating here as prices suggested it would be good. Plumped for chicken Kiev, classic’70’s fare at £24. Oh dear! No garlic butter inside at all and chicken tough. Should have sent it back. Average apple and pear crumble. Don’t get fancy with crumble. It is what it is and this disappointed. Without the cream, ice cream and custard it would have been average at best. Owner made his opinions clear at this request so didn’t improve my mood. Too many highly strung yappy dogs. Round trip of 4 hours to catch up with relatives made for a flat day out. Will not return.
The Cricketers Arms in Rickling GreenResponded on November 21, 2024
Dear Mike, I specifically remember your visit to our facilities. Your concerns I will discuss with my team and kitchen. Regards Andy @ TCA
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TracyS
London
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic meal in a warm, friendly venue. Highly recommend it!
The Cricketers Arms in Rickling GreenResponded on November 4, 2024
Dear Tracy Huge thanks for the kind review I have passed your comments onto my team We look forward to seeing you again Regards Andy @ TCA
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Diane
Essex
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Excellent staff and menu. Food was delicious. Definitely will return soon
The Cricketers Arms in Rickling GreenResponded on October 20, 2024
Dear Diane, Huge thanks for taking the time to review our facilities Pleased to hear your visit was pleasant I have passed your kind comments onto the team We look forward to seeing you again soon Regards Andy @ TCA
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Ian
Norfolk/Suffolk
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very pleasant family meal celebrating our anniversary. Very welcoming and the service was excellent . Will be going back for more.
The Cricketers Arms in Rickling GreenResponded on October 16, 2024
Dear Ian, Huge thanls for the revoew and compliments We very much look forward to seeing you again soon Regards Andy @ TCA
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Matthew
Hertfordshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was great. Food was fantastic. 10 out of 10.
The Cricketers Arms in Rickling GreenResponded on September 30, 2024
Dear Matthew, Many thanks for reviewing our facilities So pleased your visit was successful We look forward to seeing you again soon Regards Andy @ TCA
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Emma
London
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 23, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Lovely food and great service! We had lunch here on a Monday, so it was pretty quiet but we were given a table by the window on request and the service was excellent.
The Cricketers Arms in Rickling GreenResponded on September 24, 2024
Dear Emma, Many thanks for the kind review We will always try to accomodate where possible I have passed your kind comments onto my team Regards Andy @ TCA
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Helen
London
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 13, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a lovely stay at the Cricketers. Beautiful location, great food and excellent service!
The Cricketers Arms in Rickling GreenResponded on September 16, 2024
Dear Helen, Many thanks for the kind review We look forward to seeing you again Regards Andy @ TCA
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Leigh
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely fantastic . Staff were brilliant, food was amazing and we’ll definitely return. Thank you so much
The Cricketers Arms in Rickling GreenResponded on September 7, 2024
Dear Leigh, Many thanks for the kind review. I'm so pleased your visit was a success I have passed your comments onto my team We look forward to seeing you again very soon Regards Andy
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Sheila
Norfolk/Suffolk
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always a delicious Sunday Roast. Tear and Share Lamb is our absolute favourite. Served with a wide choice of vegetables all hot and cooked to perfection. Staff are all attentive, efficient but still friendly and chatty. We were served by Daisy this visit who was lovely. We want to try other places but why bother when we have found the perfect Sunday lunch there? I don’t think anywhere else would measure up.
The Cricketers Arms in Rickling GreenResponded on August 26, 2024
Dear Sheila, Thankfully we were able to move you to a table that suited your needs. Lovely to catch up with you as always. As discussed pls call, ask for Andy or Izzy and we will allocate a table in the front restaurant. I have sent your comments to Daisy Regards Andy @ TCA
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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 578 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Cricketers Arms in Rickling Green

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

Additional information

Neighborhood
Saffron Walden
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
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Gastro Pub, British
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Parking is at the rear of the property.
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Harry Kodagoda
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wine

Website
http://thecricketersarmspub.co.uk/
Phone number
01799 619260
Private party facilities
For all private events please contact us directly via our website or call 01799 619260.

The Cricketers Arms in Rickling Green

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Starters

Home baked tomato, garlic and basil sourdough focaccia£4.50

Marinated olives£4.50

Openers

Roast butternut squash and coconut soup£7.00

Smoked haddock and cheese fondue£10.00

Pan fried gnocchi£9.00

Poached and smoked salmon tian£10.50

Chicken liver parfait£9.50

Pulled pork bao bun£9.50

Second Innings

Filo baked ricotta, spinach and feta pie£18.50

Roasted root vegetable, squash and mushroom risotto£18.00

Pan fried fillet of sea bass£24.00

Café de Paris butter chicken Kiev£24.00

Rump steak, braised beef and ox tail pie£28.00

Beer battered market fish and chips£17.50

Cajun spiced halloumi burger£16.00

Buffalo chicken burger£16.50

Beef and pork burger£16.50

28-day aged 10oz rump steak£26.00

Extras

Skinny fries / triple cooked chips£4.50

Dauphinoise potato£4.50

Garlic buttered mushroom, greens and peas£4.50

Braised red cabbage and honey glazed root veg£4.50

Greek salad£4.50

Overall ratings and reviews

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