The Purple Dog

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  Lisa Newton

  ·1 month ago

  “Great foid and staff. The only downside is that if you prefer to sit outside you are surrounded by smokers no matter where you sit”

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  Paul Reynolds

  ·2 months ago

  “Town centre pub with a nice selection of cask ales 🍺 as well as draft beers and largers. The food is good and the price point is good. The pub and beer garden can get very busy at the weekends.”

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  B.Bradshaw

  ·2 months ago

  “Really do love this place when visiting Colchester, all the food is really good quality and fresh. Great atmosphere, Friendly staff and plenty of drinks to choose from.”

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  Eric Chong (Free fridge magnets)

  ·6 months ago

  “Once had an entire glass of red wine spilled down my tuxedo here. Luckily I was wearing my red tuxedo so I still haven’t washed it despite it being 6 months. Even sleep in it sometimes. Other than that brilliant place. Wouldn’t accept vintage Royal Mail stamps from 1971 as payment but beggars can’t be choosers. Also they do free beer in the urinals but they don’t advertise it enough. Tastes funny but free is always good!”

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  Lauren Kay

  ·7 months ago

  “Really good place to eat. I've been here a few times and every time had no complaints. Really good food and lovely service. The coleslaw is the best. Would highly recommend. Plenty of tables to sit at. Nice and quiet when I went. Great place for food and drink and reasonably priced as well.”

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  Drew Kirkland-Crawford

  ·9 months ago

  “There Purple Dog is a great, centrally located pub. Super friendly staff. The food was a step above regular pub grub. The burgers were great with fresh dressing and veg which were tasty in their own right. We are eating there again tomorrow, highly recommend.”

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  british_sports_car

  ·10 months ago

  “Amazing Sunday roast was had by all 7 of us. We visited yesterday with family members. Loses one star on atmosphere due to heating issues. It seemed a bit cold inside pub. Maybe the heating was broken? Otherwise 5/5 from me! Definitely going to visit again.”

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  Anna Plötz

  ·1 year ago

  “Very atmospheric and well-kept place. We went there on a Friday evening and it wasn’t as busy as usual. Got a table very quick, drinks and atmosphere were good, food was quickly served and very tasty. Desert was also a fine little treat. Definitely worth a try.”

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  Riley Tang

  ·2 years ago

  “Lovely pub with a wide selection of beers and cocktails. Friendly staff and cozy atmosphere. No wonder it’s busy!”

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  Andrew Faithfull

  ·3 years ago

  “This is a great town centre bar that serves delicious food. I have used this bar for quite some time and it never disappoints - whether visiting during the day, for some food, or meeting friends in the evening for a drink. During a recent visit, we enjoyed the food that we ate: fish and chips and the stuffed cheese burger. The burger was excellent because the beef was good quality and it was cooked very slightly pink. It also had a chilli jam relish that accompanied the rest of the burger very well. What was noticeable was how happy the staff looked and the service couldn't be faulted. The bar is dog friendly and even when our clumsy labrador knocked over his water bowl, clearing things up was not an issue. The Purple Dog caters for visitors from all walks of life and the atmosphere is also friendly and relaxed. In the evening, they have security staff but I have never seen any trouble. It is one of the few Colchester town centre pubs that serve Ghost Ship which is also an added bonus. I would highly recommend this bar.”

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