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The Blue Lion

BarsChelmsford

4.4 out of 5 stars4.4(358 reviews)

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Quick info

+44 124 547 47 93
Tabors Hill, Great Baddow, Chelmsford CM2 7BT, United Kingdom
£20–30

About The Blue Lion

The Blue Lion is a pub on Tabors Hill in Chelmsford, with a beer garden that welcomes dogs and puts a fresh water bowl on each table. Staff bring orders to the garden tables, so guests can stay seated with their dogs. The menu changes with the season, and burgers feature on it, including smash burgers and a version served in a charcoal-infused bun. A smaller menu is served outside. Tables can be booked by calling the pub.

Good to know

  • Reservations
    Accepts reservations
  • Parking
    Free parking lot · Free street parking
  • Accessibility
    Wheelchair: entrance, parking lot, restroom

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Reviews

4.4/5
358 reviews

What reviewers say

Reviewers most often mention burgers with charcoal bun, dog-friendly beer garden, roast beef sandwich and seasonal menu.

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Customer Review Summary

Burgers draw the most praise at the Blue Lion, from a charcoal infused bun to the newer smash burgers, with a roast beef sandwich served with lovely chips and coleslaw also singled out. Reviewers describe large portions, food that came out quickly for a group of ten, and a chardonnay one diner found not oaky. Friendly, attentive table service comes up repeatedly, and several credit the new owners with turning the pub around. The redesigned beer garden, with some undercover seating, is another regular highlight. One reviewer finds prices a bit high. The main complaint is a single detailed one: a Sunday order that took over an hour while the manager was seen chatting at the bar. The diner cancelled and was told the food was ready, though it was stone cold. Dog owners mention fresh water bowls provided to each table outside, and one reviewer notes that tables with heaters can be requested when booking.

Featured reviews

  • Kerry Brown
    “Becks has really turned this pub around , clean with good beer , good service. She can’t do enough for the customers. And the new smash burgers are amazing !!!!! Thanks kez”
  • Trevor Prior
    “Need to change this previous review as new manger/cook has a big attitude issue. Waited over an hour for food on a Sunday, after watching food go elsewhere and seeing how the manager/cook was "busy" chatting with "firends" at the bar we cancelled the order. He was not happy and said the food was ready. The food he claimed was "ready" was actually "stone cold" and was sent back, we settled the drinks and we left. For a beer a nice place for food avoid, at least until they change their approach.”
  • David Newman
    “My partner and I went to the blue lion for a family meal last week and we were shocked at the amazing service and attentiveness from our waitress Ella. She was very friendly and professional and we thoroughly enjoyed our visit. Reasonably priced and free parking, we will be back! Thank you Ella and blue lion.”
  • Aaron (Aaron)
    “The Blue Lion Pub offers a fantastic experience with great service and friendly staff. From the moment you step in, you're greeted warmly, and the attentive staff ensure your needs are met throughout your visit. Whether you're there for a quick drink or a meal, you'll feel welcomed and well taken care of. Overall, it's a wonderful spot for a relaxing time with excellent service.”
  • Andrew Faithfull
    “Popped in for a quick drink on Easter Sunday having visited the Blue Lion before and since most recent ownership change. Atmosphere was relaxed in the beer garden with friendly table service. The Blue Lion is dog friendly outside and there were plenty of other visitors with dogs - fresh water bowls were provided to each table. We didn't eat but the food coming out looked tempting. This pub has changed quite a lot over the last few years and is well worth a visit if you haven't been for a while.”

Hours

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Highlights

  • Bar games
  • Great beer selection
  • Great wine list
  • Live music
  • Live performances
  • Sports

Amenities

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Accepts reservations
  • Outdoor seating
  • Dogs allowed
  • Dine-in
  • Food at bar
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  • Cozy
  • Beer
  • Food
  • Table service
  • Live music
  • Sports
Offerings· 4
  • Alcohol
  • Cocktails
  • Hard liquor
  • Wine
Dining options· 1
  • Seating
Atmosphere· 1
  • Casual
Highlights· 4
  • Bar games
  • Great beer selection
  • Great wine list
  • Live performances
Popular for· 1
  • Solo dining
Crowd· 1
  • Groups
Facilities· 1
  • Restroom
Accessibility· 2
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
Parking· 2
  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking

Location

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The Blue Lion
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  • 1 mi

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  • 1.4 mi£10–20ReservationsWheelchair accessibleOutdoor seating

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