
Old Crown Girton
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About Old Crown Girton
On High St in Cambridge, Old Crown Girton pairs a 19th-century pub with a Nepalese kitchen, putting momo, chicken rum rum, and Himalayan lamb on the same menu as a traditional Sunday roast. The wider list runs to 160 dishes, with a Mixed Platter and Veg Platter for sharing alongside onion bhaji, samosas, and spring rolls, plus a choice of spice heat levels and gluten-free options on request. The garden and terrace offer outdoor seating for those who want to eat outside, and dogs are welcome throughout. A step-free entrance keeps the pub accessible for visitors with mobility needs, and free Wi-Fi is available. Reservations are recommended given the range on offer. The kitchen also does takeaway for anyone eating off site. It opens daily, and a children's play area sits on the grounds alongside on-site parking.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree of charge street parking · Free parking lot · Paid parking lot
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible car park · Has wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Good for kidsGood for kids
Menu & Prices
160 dishes · mains £4–23- Mixed Platter£8.50
- Veg Platter£7.25
- Onion Bhaji£4.50
- Veg Samosas£4.75
- Meat Samosas£5.00
- Spring Roll£4.75
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention momos, veggie tarkari curry, himalayan lamb and gluten-free options.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention momos, veggie tarkari curry, himalayan lamb and gluten-free options.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers consistently single out the Nepalese curries as the draw, with the Himalayan lamb and vegetable tarkari drawing repeated praise for tenderness and depth of flavour, and dishes like momos, chicken rum rum, and the large mixed grill also named often. Close behind, the Sunday roast earns strong mentions, along with desserts such as sticky toffee pudding, baked apple, and a chocolate orange cheesecake. Several diners also note the beer garden, a solid wine and beer selection, and staff described as friendly, attentive, and accommodating of gluten-free requests and wheelchair access. One reviewer, however, found the experience overpriced, describing a curry served without rice or naan, a mixed grill lacking sides, noodles with little vegetable, and a chicken rum rum they largely left uneaten, totaling around £125 for four people with drinks. The summary closes on repeated accounts of leftovers packed up to take home and a warm reception even for a family wake catered by the pub.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers consistently single out the Nepalese curries as the draw, with the Himalayan lamb and vegetable tarkari drawing repeated praise for tenderness and depth of flavour, and dishes like momos, chicken rum rum, and the large mixed grill also named often. Close behind, the Sunday roast earns strong mentions, along with desserts such as sticky toffee pudding, baked apple, and a chocolate orange cheesecake. Several diners also note the beer garden, a solid wine and beer selection, and staff described as friendly, attentive, and accommodating of gluten-free requests and wheelchair access. One reviewer, however, found the experience overpriced, describing a curry served without rice or naan, a mixed grill lacking sides, noodles with little vegetable, and a chicken rum rum they largely left uneaten, totaling around £125 for four people with drinks. The summary closes on repeated accounts of leftovers packed up to take home and a warm reception even for a family wake catered by the pub.
Featured reviews
- Ruth Tillyard
“Waiters were very nice but totally overworked, literally running about. We had a 7pm booking, didn't get main course til after 9 so may not come again. They did apologise. Food good though.”
- Valerie Sage
“Fantastic meal with a group of friends. Everything was super tasty and we all agreed that we would definitely come back again to try other things on the menu.”
- Richard Speirs
“Our party of 4 visited the Old Crown whilst staying nearby. The welcoming atmosphere was great from the word go. Extensive and interesting menu and no problems getting information about gluten free options. The order was taken without undue delay and the food when served was well presented. All of us enjoyed the taste and quality of our chosen meals. The price reflected the quality and ambience without being overly expensive. Excellent service throughout. We just wish there was a branch near to us.”
- Mahitha Maasi
“Been here quite a few times and the food has been amazing and the staff are very welcoming 😌will be back again Highly recommended if u are in and around Girton”
- Nicole Keshav
“We had been concerned about wheelchair access and delighted that The Old Crown made it easy for our friends to enter and move about! We enjoyed a warm welcome and a variety of delicious dishes and drinks all served by the friendly staff. One person needed a gluten-free meal, and this proved to be easily done too. We had a lovely lunch, chatting and taking in the view of the pretty garden. In other words, a perfect place for meeting our daughter's future in-laws for the first time!”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“19th-century, family-friendly pub with a sizable garden and terrace, plus modern international menu.”
- Has bar games
- Has great beer selection
- Has great wine list
- Good for watching sport
- Popular for good for solo dining
Amenities
- Has Wi-Fi
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Free of charge street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Has outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
Show more amenities
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
- Good for kids
- Serves food at bar
- Casual
- Serves beer
- Offerings· 5
- Serves alcohol
- Serves cocktails
- Serves food
- Serves spirits
- Serves wine
- Popular for· 1
- Good for solo dining
- Crowd· 2
- Good for groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Planning· 1
- Reservations required
- Highlights· 4
- Has bar games
- Has great beer selection
- Has great wine list
- Good for watching sport
- Facilities· 1
- Has toilet
- Parking· 3
- Free parking lot
- Paid parking lot
- Plenty of parking
- Dining options· 3
- Outside food allowed
- Has seating
- Has table service
- Atmosphere· 3
- Cosy
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Accessibility· 2
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Location
Bars near Old Crown Girton
- The Three Horseshoes4.61,3542 miWheelchair accessible
sunday roast, steak & ale pie, sticky toffee pudding
- The Ship4.32112.2 mi£10–20ReservationsWheelchair accessibleOutdoor seating
friday karaoke night, saturday live music, after school sports club
- Carpenters Arms, Cambridge4.61,1082.3 miReservationsWheelchair accessibleOutdoor seating
pizza, kids meals, allergy accommodations
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Crown GirtonReservations · Good for kids | 4.61,050 | — | £20–30 | momos, veggie tarkari curry, himalayan lamb |
| The Three HorseshoesWheelchair accessible | 4.61,354 | 2 mi | — | sunday roast, steak & ale pie, sticky toffee pudding |
| The ShipReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.3211 | 2.2 mi | £10–20 | friday karaoke night, saturday live music, after school sports club |
| Carpenters Arms, CambridgeReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.61,108 | 2.3 mi | — | pizza, kids meals, allergy accommodations |
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