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British Restaurant 🐾 Dogs Welcome

The Old Fire Engine House

Ely, Cambridgeshire

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Welcoming eatery serving British cooking with flair amid open fires, artworks for sale and a garden. Summary via Google

About The Old Fire Engine House

The Old Fire Engine House on St Marys Street serves British cooking in a converted fire station with open fires and artworks displayed throughout. The restaurant has a walled garden and takes bookings for groups and individual diners. Dogs are welcome.

The kitchen offers generously portioned dishes and a wine list. The venue maintains a relaxed atmosphere and operates with table service. A food hygiene rating of 3 out of 5 is on file.

Opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
10:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Wednesday
10:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Thursday
10:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Friday
10:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Saturday
10:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Sunday
12:00 – 5:30 PM

What's nearby

  • Poets House Hotel and Restaurant next door
  • St Mary's Church next door
  • Oliver Cromwell's House next door
  • King's Ely 150m away
  • Minster Tavern Ely 150m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

Diners like this restaurant's delicious, generously portioned, and perfectly cooked British cuisine, with many appreciating the offer of seconds. They also highlight the intimate, cozy, and relaxed atmosphere, along with the friendly, helpful, and attentive staff. Guests mention the sensible pricing and impressive wine list, as well as the beautiful walled garden.

Summary via Google

At a glance

Guest rating
4.6 / 5 (657 reviews)
Dogs allowed
Yes
Good for groups
Yes
Booking required
Yes
Food hygiene rating
3 out of 5 – Generally satisfactory
Destination
Cambridgeshire

Food hygiene rating from the Food Standards Agency.