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Cambridge Chop House, The Summary

  • Cuisine(s): British
  • Opening Times: Sun - Thurs: 12:00 - 22:30
    Fri - Sat: 12:00 - 23:00
  • Avg Price: £29.00
  • Party Planner: Group bookings & Party planner
 

(Avg Price is the average cost per person for two courses, coffee, half a bottle of house wine and tip/service)

Cambridge Chop House, The Description

cambridge chop houseWith a name like Cambridge Chop House, one can assume that meat is not in short supply there. It's not just meat but the local ales served straight from the cask, attentive service, and classic British food that draw locals and tourists alike. Located in the corner of Kings Parade and Benet Street, with an entrance on the main street, this vast underground space has been meticulously transformed into a spacious restaurant.

Split over two levels, you could pick a table outside and sip a beer as you watch the world go by, or just head to the basement where the cavernous feel is accentuated by the white washed brick walls and ample lighting, brilliantly contrasted by the polished wooden tables. The cosy little nooks with leather banquettes could just be the place for a group of friends to meet for a good gossip, away from eavesdropping neighbours, and indulge in some delicious food.

The kitchen's philosophy is evident in their dishes, all British fare focusing on seasonality and loyalty to local suppliers. Starters range from cold sliced beef with green sauce, crayfish, prawn and crab cocktail and pressed ham hock terrine, to salads such as tripe and horseradish; herring, cucumber, new potato and dill, or seared wood pigeon, mushroom and tomato. Robust main courses of Grasmere Farm thick cut bacon comes with duck egg and chips, and a 16oz beef chop with roast vegetables and wild mushroom sauce, while a whole sea bass is accompanied by new potatoes and wholegrain mustard sauce.

Those keen on Sunday roasts will be happy to know that here they do them every day at lunchtime. The blackboard lists the available sausages with different varieties of mash and sauce, in addition to meat pudding of the day.

To finish there is Trinity burnt cream, fruit crumble with custard, and chocolate tart with ice cream. The wine list, which includes a Suffolk sparkler, is well thought out and achieves a primary Chop House aim - to provide quality at sensible prices.

If you thought Cambridge was only a favourite with scholars and academics think again, because this chop champion aspires to give everyone a reason to visit Cambridge. A quick click on their Website will tell you why.

Fixed Lunch

  • £11 (2 courses) to £15 (3 courses), Mon - Fri, 12 - 3 pm

Fixed Dinner

  • £11 (2 courses) to £15 (3 courses), pre theatre, 6 - 7 pm

Your Reviews of Cambridge Chop House, The

Matthew Halloran (28 May 2009)

Fantastic real ales, great food and friendly staff - a real treat in the City Centre.

Julia Reynolds (19 April 2009)

Delicious gastropub style food in a superb location, friendly staff and a great dessert menu. Don't let the name fool you, they do have a vegetarian option and the wine list contains a couple of real stars. Highly recommended!

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Additional Info for Cambridge Chop House, The

  • Yes Children welcome
  • Yes Groups allowed
  • Yes Air conditioning
  • Yes Outside seating
  • Yes Reservations
  • No Cover Charge
  • House red: £14.00
  • House white: £14.00
  • Service charge: Not included, 10% for 6 or more
 
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