Dog & Pheasant
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About Dog & Pheasant
On Nayland Road in Colchester, the Dog & Pheasant is a pub and restaurant that opens onto two distinct spaces: a bar area and a separate restaurant room. Dogs are welcome throughout, and the counter staff seat guests on arrival, finding a spot in either room depending on the visit. Food runs in the restaurant alongside drinks from the bar, and the team manages a busy bar area by keeping service moving. The layout suits both walk-in drinkers and diners, with the restaurant side accommodating families who come in to eat and watch football on the screen near the seating. It functions as a straightforward neighbourhood pub on the edge of Colchester, with the kitchen and bar running together across the two rooms.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree parking lot · Free street parking · Paid parking lot
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, parking lot, restroom, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids
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Menu & Prices
78 dishes · mains £6–18- Crispy Halloumi Bites£6.25
- Crispy Squid£5.95
- Southern Fried Chicken Tenders£6.25
- Buffalo Chicken Dip£6.45
- Crispy Chicken Tacos£6.45
- Hot Honey BBQ Pulled Pork Tacos£6.45
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention charlotte behind the bar, lauren the waitress, peter the server and paul the server.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention charlotte behind the bar, lauren the waitress, peter the server and paul the server.
Customer Review Summary
Across these reviews, the most consistent praise centers on the food and the warmth of the staff, with several diners singling out the team for friendliness and quick service. A few name specific dishes tied to lunches and casual meals, while others highlight how welcoming the team is with both families and dogs. Nothing negative is raised. One diner notes the menu shrinks in hot weather.
Customer Review Summary
Across these reviews, the most consistent praise centers on the food and the warmth of the staff, with several diners singling out the team for friendliness and quick service. A few name specific dishes tied to lunches and casual meals, while others highlight how welcoming the team is with both families and dogs. Nothing negative is raised. One diner notes the menu shrinks in hot weather.
Featured reviews
- sharise cochrane
“Fanstastic gcse results lunch thanks to the amazing food and wonderful staff Peter and Charlotte”
- Jaycee Nixon
“Peter and Charlotte were really great with our service.”
- Kate Walker
“Messaged in advance as we were traveling to the area to visit friends. Asked if they were showing the wolves match, prompt response. On arrival as we had a 12 year old we were asked to sit in the restaurant area not the bar, I cant remember the man's name but he made sure we were near the tv so our Son could watch the football and was really helpful, nothing was too much trouble. Food was good, limited menu due to the temperatures. Very fairly priced. 👍. All staff very welcoming and we will definitely visit again if in the area. Well done! 😃”
- Melissa Blake
“Amazing service by Paul and very quick service by food. Food was amazing”
- Nicky Jessup
“really nice food and good value for money. Glad to hear we can bring a dog into restaurant. Lauren our waitress was really friendly and helpful with excellent customer service skills.”
Highlights
- Bar games
- Great beer selection
- Karaoke
- Live music
- Live performances
- Sports
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- Takeout
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- Dine-in
- Good for kids
- Food at bar
- Casual
- Onsite services
- Arcade games
- Offerings· 7
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Dancing
- Food
- Hard liquor
- Wine
- Accessibility· 3
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Dining options· 1
- Seating
- Highlights· 7
- Bar games
- Great beer selection
- Karaoke
- Live music
- Live performances
- Sports
- Trivia night
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Crowd· 3
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Transgender safespace
- Parking· 4
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Location
Bars near Dog & Pheasant
- The Bricklayers4.35820.8 miWheelchair accessible
pub car park fines, football matchday pub, near Colchester station
- 0.8 miWheelchair accessible
golf and bowl for £10, neon lighting, 2p machines without tickets
- The Rovers Tye4.23,0291.5 mi£10–20
xl mixed grill, philly steak burger, strawberry and brownies dessert
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dog & PheasantReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.31,882 | — | £10–20 | charlotte behind the bar, lauren the waitress, peter the server |
| The BricklayersWheelchair accessible | 4.3582 | 0.8 mi | — | pub car park fines, football matchday pub, near Colchester station |
| Hollywood Bowl ColchesterWheelchair accessible | 4.2375 | 0.8 mi | — | golf and bowl for £10, neon lighting, 2p machines without tickets |
| The Rovers Tye | 4.23,029 | 1.5 mi | £10–20 | xl mixed grill, philly steak burger, strawberry and brownies dessert |
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