The Bar and Grill in Chelmsford is a nice little place to tuck into after watching a film at the Odeon cinema located opposite to it, or just spend the early summer evening at the river deck sipping on a paradise punch or cranberry cooler.

The panini summer menu offers solace to those seeking a light bite with a hearty array of fillings such as Wiltshire ham and mozzarella, fish finger and tartare sauce, and sausage and caramelised onion. The highlight of any party being hosted at The Bar could be a platter to share which embraces antipasti of Milano salami, mozzarella sticks, marinated olives, sun-dried tomatoes, marinated mushrooms, breads and oils.

The drinks list is devoted to a broad selection of draught lager, beer and cider, from Guinness and Strongbow to Becks Vier and Staropramen and Stella, as well as premium bottled lagers such as Corona, Peroni and Tiger.