Acanteen
35 New London Road, Chelmsford
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In short: Acanteen is a restaurant in Chelmsford, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 2,202 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating and dogs welcome.
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Eclectic cafe using free-range, fairtrade and independent produce, some of it from its own farm. Summary via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Paid garage
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
- ✓Accessible seating
Payment
- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the restaurant before you travel, especially for access needs.
About Acanteen
Acanteen on New London Road sources free-range, fairtrade and independent produce, including ingredients from its own farm. The kitchen serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner, alongside coffee, beer, wine and cocktails. A children's menu is available, and the restaurant takes bookings, welcomes dogs and hosts live music.
The venue offers dine-in and takeaway, and is suited to families and groups. It holds a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5.
Menu & facilities
For the current menu and prices, see Acanteen's own website.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Thursday
- 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Friday
- 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM – 2:00 AM
- Sunday
- 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Kitchen hours
- Monday
- 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Thursday
- 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Friday
- 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Sunday
- 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
What's nearby
- The Gym Group Chelmsford next door
- The Ivory Peg next door
- ODEON Chelmsford 150m away
- High Chelmer Shopping Centre 200m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
People say this restaurant offers delicious food, including excellent Sunday roasts and pizzas, with generous portions and a wide variety of options. They also highlight the friendly and attentive staff, great atmosphere, and good value for money, especially for bottomless brunch.
Some reviews mention the service can be slow.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Guest rating
- 4.4 / 5 (2,202 reviews)
- Price level
- ££
- Dogs allowed
- Yes
- Good for children
- Yes
- Good for groups
- Yes
- Booking required
- Yes
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5 – Very good
- Destination
- Chelmsford
Food hygiene rating from the Food Standards Agency.
Quick answers
What are the opening hours of Acanteen?
Acanteen is open Mon–Thu 9am–4pm; Fri 9am–1am; Sat 9am–2am; Sun 9am–6pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).
Is Acanteen any good?
Acanteen is rated 4.4 out of 5 from 2,202 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5.
Is Acanteen dog-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at Acanteen.
Is Acanteen good for children?
Yes, Acanteen is listed as good for children. There is a children's menu.
Can you book a table at Acanteen?
Yes, Acanteen takes reservations.
Does Acanteen have vegetarian options?
Yes, Acanteen serves vegetarian food.
Does Acanteen have outdoor seating?
No, Google does not list outdoor seating.
Is Acanteen wheelchair accessible?
Acanteen has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet.