The Crown and Punchbowl

4.2 (94)

£26 to £40

British

78, High Street, Horningsea, Cambridgeshire CB25 9JG

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Innovative
Romantic

The Crown and Punchbowl sits in the quaint Village of Horningsea. Recently refurbished and extended it also boasts 5 beautiful bedrooms. Careful attention to detail has been paid to preserving the character and traditions of the pub where three real ales and an extensive wine list is yours to peruse. Meanwhile the restaurant serves English and European food - try fresh fish from the daily board, roast meat from locally reared livestock or The Crown’s homemade sausages.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
British, Modern European
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri 7:30 am–9:00 pm Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Mon–Thu 6:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 6:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat, Sun 8:30 am–9:30 am Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sun 6:00 pm–8:30 pm
Website
http://www.thecrownandpunchbowl.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
78, High Street, Horningsea, Cambridgeshire CB25 9JG
Area
Cambridge
Parking Details
Private Parking
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Wine

Crown & Punchbowl Meat Board (To Share)GBP 17.00
Smoked Ham, Smoked Duck Breast, Haslet, Slice of Today's Terrine, English Salami, Pickles & Toast
Soup of the DayGBP 5.75
Smoked Lamb ScrumpetsGBP 6.50
Roasted, Spiced Aubergine Dip
Binham Blue SaladGBP 6.50
Chicory, Grapes, Caramelised Walnuts Apple Dressing
AsparagusGBP 6.75
Poached Duck Egg, Capers, Lemon, Parsley
Seared Pigeon BreastGBP 6.75
Sweetcorn Fritter, Sweetcorn Purée, Pickled Mushrooms
Lamb Sweetbread TerrineGBP 7.00
Broad Bean Purée, Candied Rhubarb
Duck ParcelGBP 7.75
Sweet & Sour Cucumber, Sweet Soy & Ginger Dressing

Mains

Pea & Mint RisottoGBP 11.50
Watercress, Radish & Pine Nut Salad
Rosemary & Garlic Polenta CakesGBP 11.50
Pickled Vegetables, Tomato Jam
Homemade SausagesGBP 12.75
(Ask server for flavour) Mash, Greens, Onion Gravy
Guinea Fowl BreastGBP 17.50
Stuffed with Truffle Mousse, Potato Fondant, Carrot Purée, Grilled Asparagus, Red Wine Sauce
Lamb RumpGBP 18.00
Potato, Pear & Mint Rosti, Balsamic Braised Radiccio, Broccoli, Salsa Verde
Beef Wellington (For Two)GBP 48.00
Jersey Royals, Heritage Carrots, Buttered Cabbage, Red Wine Sauce

Steaks

All served with Chips, Salad & a Choice of Sauce: Peppercorn | Port | Chimichurri | Herb & Garlic Butter. Add Seared Scallops to your Steak £3 Each

9oz Sirloin (255g)GBP 20.00
14oz Bavette (396g)GBP 21.50
10oz Rib Eye (283g)GBP 23.00

Sides

Rocket, Pine Nut & Parmesan SaladGBP 3.50
Honey & Cumin Roasted CarrotsGBP 3.50
Buttered Jersey RoyalsGBP 3.50
White Bean & Bacon CassouletGBP 4.00
Ham Hock & Mustard CroquettesGBP 4.00
with English Mustard Mayo
Steamed GreensGBP 3.50
ChipsGBP 3.00

Set Menu

Available Monday-Friday Lunchtime & Sunday-Thursday Evening; £14 for 2 courses | £19 for 3 courses

Starters

Soup of the Day
Vanilla Poached Pear Salad
Blue Cheese, Grapes & Apple
Ham Hock & Mustard Croquettes
Gribiche Sauce, Mixed Leaves
Smoked Salmon
Tomato, Radish, Green Olive & Rocket Salad

Mains

Pea & Mint Risotto
Watercress & Parmesan
Salmon, Clam & Caper Fishcakes
New Potatoes, Mixed Leaves, Lemon Mayonnaise
Pan Fried Sea Trout
Baby Veg, Fennel, Lime Sauce
7oz Bavette Steak
Chips, Salad, Garlic & Herb Butter
Smoked, Pulled Pork Bun
Spring Cabbage Slaw, BBQ Mayo, Chips, Baby Leaves

Desserts

Cheese Supplement £3

Desserts
Please choose from the dessert menu

Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at The Crown and Punchbowl.

4.2

(94)

4.3Food
4.4Service
4.2Ambience
4.0Value

Noise • Moderate

94 Reviews

OT
OpenTable Diner
Cambridge/Cambridgeshire1 review
5.0
Dined on 15 September 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was an excellent evening. The service was really exceptionally good, and the food was excellent.
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OpenTable Diner
Cambridge/Cambridgeshire1 review
5.0
Dined on 3 September 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great meal & good value for money. Only downside was young waiter split drink down 1 of group.
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Diz2017
Cambridge/Cambridgeshire6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 August 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
When booking I found being able to list food intolerance on the booking form a great help.
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MaggieA
Cambridge/Cambridgeshire4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 12 August 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An excellent evening the food was superb and a very varied menu available. The portions were just right the waiting staff friendly and attentive. I would highly recommend this venue for an impressive and worry free dine out!
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OpenTable Diner
Cambridge/Cambridgeshire1 review
2.0
Dined on 6 August 2017
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
My wife ordered the vegetarian option - fried squash with noodles. She was unable to eat most of it because the noodles and accompanying vegetables were overcooked. We mentioned this to the waitress and instead of not charging for the meal we were given coffee without charge. The bill still came to £80 which was one alcoholic drink, three mains (one not eaten) and two desserts. We considered this very expensive.
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ShelaghM
Cambridge/Cambridgeshire5 reviews
4.0
Dined on 4 August 2017
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Fabulous lunch, having decided to revisit after dinner here a few weeks ago. Friend and I both chose set menu ... two courses for £16. Had salmon pancake followed by fish pie (I know, I know, fish and fish, but it's what we fancied!) Both were excellent. Delicious fish pie was topped with potato, carrot, swede and parsnip crumble ... yum!
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ShelaghM
Cambridge/Cambridgeshire5 reviews
4.0
Dined on 22 July 2017
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Excellent meal and excellent service here. The fish was great and the pudding - a chocolate torte with salted caramel - was the best dessert I have ever had!
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Diz2017
Cambridge/Cambridgeshire6 reviews
4.0
Dined on 20 July 2017
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Hadn't been for about 30 years so we thought we would try it. Food and service good. Conservatory noisy. No disabled parking but told you could park at the front of the pub. Overall a good experience and we are planning to come again in a small party.
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DuncanF
Cambridge/Cambridgeshire5 reviews
4.0
Dined on 19 July 2017
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Able to reserve table for same day. Accommodated change in numbers readily. Services bit lakadazy - didnt bring bread until asked for it, forgot drinks order and coffee and had to be reminded of both. Friendly staff however and good food.
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triciad
Cambridge/Cambridgeshire1 review
5.0
Dined on 17 July 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As a small group we enjoyed everything ,the food presentation was expertly executed to tempt anybody in any mood. Our attraction to mainly Fish dishes was well met. The set Menu was very good value. The grounds are well maintained so outdoor eating must be good in fine weather. Parking seemed easy for us at 6.30pm.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
British, Modern European
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri 7:30 am–9:00 pm Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Mon–Thu 6:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 6:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat, Sun 8:30 am–9:30 am Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sun 6:00 pm–8:30 pm
Website
http://www.thecrownandpunchbowl.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
78, High Street, Horningsea, Cambridgeshire CB25 9JG
Area
Cambridge
Parking Details
Private Parking
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Wine

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To Kick Off

PunchGBP 7.50

Choice of 3 Real Ales

Mixed OlivesGBP 2.50

Nocarella OlivesGBP 3.50

Mixed NutsGBP 2.00

Smoked & Salted AlmondsGBP 3.00

Pork Crackling with Apple SauceGBP 3.00

Roasted Padrón PeppersGBP 4.00

Punchbowl PicklesGBP 2.00

Starters

Crown & Punchbowl Meat Board (To Share)GBP 17.00

Soup of the DayGBP 5.75

Smoked Lamb ScrumpetsGBP 6.50

Binham Blue SaladGBP 6.50

AsparagusGBP 6.75

Seared Pigeon BreastGBP 6.75

Lamb Sweetbread TerrineGBP 7.00

Duck ParcelGBP 7.75

Mains

Pea & Mint RisottoGBP 11.50

Rosemary & Garlic Polenta CakesGBP 11.50

Homemade SausagesGBP 12.75

Guinea Fowl BreastGBP 17.50

Lamb RumpGBP 18.00

Beef Wellington (For Two)GBP 48.00

Steaks

9oz Sirloin (255g)GBP 20.00

14oz Bavette (396g)GBP 21.50

10oz Rib Eye (283g)GBP 23.00

Sides

Rocket, Pine Nut & Parmesan SaladGBP 3.50

Honey & Cumin Roasted CarrotsGBP 3.50

Buttered Jersey RoyalsGBP 3.50

White Bean & Bacon CassouletGBP 4.00

Ham Hock & Mustard CroquettesGBP 4.00

Steamed GreensGBP 3.50

ChipsGBP 3.00

Set Menu

Starters

Soup of the Day

Vanilla Poached Pear Salad

Ham Hock & Mustard Croquettes

Smoked Salmon

Mains

Pea & Mint Risotto

Salmon, Clam & Caper Fishcakes

Pan Fried Sea Trout

7oz Bavette Steak

Smoked, Pulled Pork Bun

Desserts

Desserts

Additional information

Not available on OpenTable