# The Drunken Dragon, Chelmsford — Reviews & Opening Hours

> The Drunken Dragon — Pub in Chelmsford with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.4/5 from 287 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions.

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Pub

# The Drunken Dragon

Bicknacre, Chelmsford

[View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=14794434986778732652&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Photo: [The Drunken Dragon](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/108658198596742751244)

**In short:** The Drunken Dragon is a pub in Chelmsford, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 287 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating.

Details checked 2 September 2026 · source: Google Places

## About The Drunken Dragon

The Drunken Dragon is a pub on Main Road in Bicknacre, near Chelmsford. It has a spacious dining area and holds a Food Hygiene Rating of 5 out of 5. The venue takes bookings and welcomes children and groups.

Food served includes roasts and burgers with generous portions. The pub has a music offering that is not intrusive.

## Menu & facilities

For the current menu and prices, see [The Drunken Dragon's own website](https://drunkendragonbicknacre.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu).

## Opening hours

**Monday** 4:00 – 8:00 PM

**Tuesday** 4:00 – 10:00 PM

**Wednesday** 12:00 – 10:00 PM

**Thursday** 4:00 – 10:00 PM

**Friday** 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM

**Saturday** 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM

**Sunday** 12:00 – 8:00 PM

## What's nearby

- Comfortable 4-bedroom home Bicknacre - Pass the Keys next door
- Thrift Wood Nature Reserve 400m away
- The Fig Tree Kennels and Cattery 450m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

## At a glance

**Guest rating** 4.4 / 5 (287 reviews)

**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/1224460).

[More restaurants in Chelmsford](https://staycation.co.uk/chelmsford/restaurants)

★ 4.4 (287 reviews)

Typical price range (Google)

£10 – £20

[Visit official website](https://drunkendragonbicknacre.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant)

[01245 224061](tel:01245224061)

(please mention staycation.co.uk when calling)

### Quick Facts

**Destination** Chelmsford

**Plus Code** 9F32MHQP+G3

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## Quick answers

### What are the opening hours of The Drunken Dragon?

The Drunken Dragon is open Mon 4pm–8pm; Tue 4pm–10pm; Wed 12pm–10pm; Thu 4pm–10pm; Fri–Sat 12pm–12am; Sun 12pm–8pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

### Is The Drunken Dragon any good?

The Drunken Dragon is rated 4.4 out of 5 from 287 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5.

### Is The Drunken Dragon good for children?

Yes, The Drunken Dragon is listed as good for children.

### Can you book a table at The Drunken Dragon?

Yes, The Drunken Dragon takes reservations.

### How do I contact The Drunken Dragon?

Call The Drunken Dragon on +44 1245 224061.

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