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Back-Inn Time — Restaurants in Chelmsford

Back-Inn Time

RestaurantsChelmsford, ENG

4.6 out of 5 stars4.6(1,178 reviews)

Quick info

+44 1245 269983
Victoria Rd, Chelmsford CM1 1NY, United Kingdom
£20–30

About Back-Inn Time

On Victoria Rd in Chelmsford, Back-Inn Time serves steaks, ribs and Tex-Mex in a room of exposed brick and dark wood hung with Americana and old photographs. The "Super Double Deluxe" cheeseburger arrives with bacon, lettuce, tomato and onion rings alongside fries, garlic bread, salad and coleslaw, while the rack of ribs comes in a large portion and potato skins with spicy chicken round out the starters. Desserts, including cheesecake and a chocolate sundae with almonds and cream, are sized for sharing across the table. Reservations are required, and tables can be arranged in advance by phone or Facebook message. When notified ahead of a celebration, the staff bring out a cake and sing happy birthday to the table.

Good to know

  • Reservations
    Accepts reservations
  • Parking
    Free street parking · Paid street parking · Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
  • Accessibility
    Wheelchair: entrance, seating
  • Good for kids
    Good for kids · High chairs · Kids' menu
  • Dietary
    Vegetarian options

Reviews

4.6/5
1,178 reviews

What reviewers say

Reviewers most often mention ribs, oversized desserts, super double deluxe cheeseburger and cheesecake.

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Customer Review Summary

Ribs draw the most repeat praise, described as a massive portion and, for one longtime patron, the best they'd had in some time. Close behind, the Super Double Deluxe cheeseburger with bacon and onion rings and the potato skins with spicy chicken earn specific mentions, alongside desserts like the cheesecake and a chocolate "Not-so-Sundae" and a dessert one reviewer says easily feeds four or five. Several describe generous, well-priced portions and staff who are friendly and attentive, with one family recounting staff turning off the lights to sing happy birthday and bring out a cake. One reviewer notes chairs weren't the most comfortable fit for a taller diner, a minor aside rather than a recurring complaint. The interior, hung with old photos and Americana, is called nostalgic by one visitor. Multiple reviewers say they plan to return.

Featured reviews

  • Google user
    “Wow - why have i not been here before. I called in the week and booked a table, simple and quick and friendly staff. arrived just before my booking, my table was ready and waiting for me. drinks were served quickly and the menus given. i told the waitress it was a family birthday "don't you worry leave it with us" i was told (Super friendly) we didn't have to wait long to order and didn't have to wait for food even though the restaurant was packed. all four mains and sides came out together and were all hot. the food is amazing, fresh hot and delicious. staff asked if everything was ok and did we need anything a couple of times. (Fantastic) once finished, plates were cleared and deserts menu supplied. deserts were amazing. before we had finished our deserts, all the staff gathered around the table, turned off the restaurant light and sang happy birthday to my daughter and gave her a cake. the restaurant all clapped (such a great touch) Price wise - four mains, four deserts, three sides and Eight drinks (two were cocktails) including staff tip less, LESS than £150.00 If you haven't been here - YOU NEED TOO. Five stars isn't enough. I will be going back for sure Thank you for making my daughters birthday that little bit more special.”
  • Google user
    “Food was so lovely, very kind staff This dessert easily feeds 4-5 people, we couldn’t finish it”
  • Google user
    “I don’t know where to start with this place. I Facebook messaged the page on a Saturday afternoon at around 3 o’clock as the website stated closed until 4:30. Less than 15 minutes later I had a phone call from a lady suggesting that as they were very busy that night they could fit us in for 5 o’clock (table of 5). We couldn’t make it until 5:15 and we agreed this would work. When we arrived we was greeted by the most welcoming, happy staff I’ve come across. Who clearly are well versed and enjoy what the do, nothing was to much trouble and although very very busy they delivered 100%. Although they were very busy, the staff were always there for service for drinks. The food, atmosphere and service was absolutely on point and I cannot recommend this place enough.”
  • Google user
    “I went here last night as a treat from my boyfriend and to say impressive is an understatement. the food was amazing, the cocktails variety was huge and the service was fast and staff was attentive. i also wanted to give one member of staff, Ruben, a named review as he looked after us most of the time and was very polite and attentive to us and multiple over tables, over all amazing expirence and i will be coming back”
  • Google user
    “Had a really great Mother’s Day meal at Back‑Inn Time. We kicked things off with the potato skins with spicy chicken. I can’t say they were exactly overflowing with chicken, but they were still really tasty and disappeared pretty quickly, which is usually a good sign. For the main I went for the big rack of ribs, and “big” is doing a lot of work here – the portion was absolutely massive. If you turn up hungry, you’ll be in the right place. The ribs themselves were really good and exactly the kind of comforting, messy-in-a-good-way meal you want when ordering ribs. Dessert was cheesecake, which again was very good and rounded things off nicely. Now, this isn’t five-star fine dining where the portions are tiny and the plate looks like a modern art installation. But honestly, that’s part of the charm. The food is really well priced, generous, and you get exactly what you pay for – good, solid comfort food. The service was exceptional and the place has a really warm, friendly vibe that makes it easy to relax and enjoy the evening. My only very minor note: as a 6’4″ bloke, the chairs weren’t the most comfortable fit for me… but that’s probably more of a “me problem” than a restaurant problem. Overall, an easy 5⭐ from me. It’s not trying to be fancy or pretentious – just a welcoming place with good food, great service, and prices that make you feel like you’ve had a win and sometimes that’s exactly what you want.”

Highlights

“Steaks, ribs and Tex-Mex in exposed brick and dark wood interior hung with Americana and old photos.”

  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Popular for lunch
  • Popular for dinner

Amenities

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Free street parking
  • Accepts reservations
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in
  • Family-friendly
Show more amenities
  • Vegetarian options
  • Bar onsite
  • Cozy
  • Onsite services
  • Beer
  • Coffee
Offerings· 5
  • Alcohol
  • Cocktails
  • Hard liquor
  • Late-night food
  • Wine
Popular for· 1
  • Solo dining
Accessibility· 1
  • Wheelchair accessible seating
Planning· 3
  • Lunch reservations recommended
  • Reservations required
  • Dinner reservations recommended
Dining options· 5
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service
Atmosphere· 2
  • Casual
  • Trendy
Parking· 2
  • Paid street parking
  • Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Highlights· 3
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great dessert
Facilities· 1
  • Restroom
Crowd· 2
  • College students
  • Groups
Family-friendly· 3
  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Location

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Back-Inn Time
£20–30Vegetarian optionsWheelchair accessibleGood for kids
4.61,178

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