# Acanteen, Chelmsford — Reviews & Opening Hours > Rated 4.4/5 from 2,202 Google reviews · ££. Eclectic cafe using free-range, fairtrade and independent produce, some of it from its own farm. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/chelmsford/restaurants/acanteen (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Restaurant ££ 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Acanteen 35 New London Road, Chelmsford [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=5775857443977517064&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/) **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. Details checked 28 August 2026 · source: Google Places 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](http://www.acanteen.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). 🥐 Breakfast 🥞 Brunch 🥪 Lunch 🍽️ Dinner ☕ Coffee 🍺 Beer 🍷 Wine 🍸 Cocktails 🍰 Dessert menu 🥦 Vegetarian options 🎵 Live music 🍽️ Kids menu 🍴 Dine-in 🥡 Takeout ## 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](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/772447). [More restaurants in Chelmsford](https://staycation.co.uk/chelmsford/restaurants) ★ 4.4 (2,202 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £10 – £30 [Visit official website](http://www.acanteen.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Chelmsford **Plus Code** 9F32PFJF+PC ### 🏨 Places to stay near Chelmsford Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DChelmsford%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/chelmsford/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/chelmsford/camping) ## 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. ## More near Acanteen ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Premier Inn Chelmsford City Centre ★ 4.1 · 0.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/chelmsford/hotels/premier-inn-chelmsford-city-centre) - [The Riverside Inn ★ 4.3 · 0.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/chelmsford/hotels/the-riverside-inn) - [Travelodge Chelmsford ★ 3.5 · 0.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/chelmsford/hotels/travelodge-chelmsford) - [Best Western Atlantic Hotel ★ 3.6 · 0.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/chelmsford/hotels/best-western-atlantic-hotel) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Belt Annexe 1.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/chelmsford/cottages/belt-annexe-uk48661) - [The Cottage 3.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/chelmsford/cottages/the-cottage-uk42880) - [Island Holidays - Island Lodge 4.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/chelmsford/cottages/island-holidays-island-lodge-uk46767) - [Island Holidays - Island House 4.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/chelmsford/cottages/island-holidays-island-house-uk51001) ### Campsites nearby - [Riverside Caravan Park ★ 4.9 · 3.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/chelmsford/camping/riverside-caravan-park) - [Stuarts Wood Camping ★ 4.7 · 5.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/stock/camping/stuarts-wood-camping) - [Greenacres Caravan Park 5.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/essex/camping/greenacres-caravan-park) - [Harleyford Estate Ltd ★ 4.6 · 6.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/essex/camping/harleyford-estate-ltd) ### Things to do nearby - [ODEON Chelmsford ★ 3.9 · 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/chelmsford/attractions/odeon-chelmsford) - [Bck Yrd Golf ★ 3.3 · 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/chelmsford/attractions/bck-yrd-golf) - [Ninja Warrior UK Chelmsford ★ 4.8 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/chelmsford/attractions/ninja-warrior-uk-chelmsford) - [Riverside Leisure Centre ★ 3.8 · 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/chelmsford/attractions/riverside-leisure-centre)