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The Elm, Hntingdon, Cambridgeshire

The Elm

4.3
4.3
294 Reviews
£25 and under
Gastro Pub

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Set in the picturesque village of Abbots Ripton with access to beautiful walks on the local estate, The Elm has everything you want from your perfect countryside pub; A glorious garden, a roaring fire, comfortable rooms, delicious food and a wide selection of drinks.

The Grade II-listed building was built, as an open hall, in the late 15th Century to offer hospitality to the drovers bringing cattle down from Scotland (along the Bullock Road) to the market at St.Ives. It was later altered with the insertion of a brick chimney in the early 17th century. The Fellowes family, that own and run the pub, came to the area around the same time the pub got its chimney...

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–6:00 pm Breakfast Sat, Sun 9:00 am–10:30 am Lunch Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–4:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 6:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    01487 773585
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Weekly changing menu's focused on seasons, and flavour pairing.
  • Private party facilities
    Available on request
  • Neighborhood
    Huntingdon
  • Cross street
    Abbots Ripton
  • Parking details
    Car to rear
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 294 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 3.9Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Elm offers a welcoming atmosphere with "very friendly" staff and a "seasonal menu" that impresses. Guests praise the "amazing homemade chips" and the "excellent food," particularly the filet steak and scallops. Ideal for special occasions, the cozy setting and attentive service make for a memorable dining experience.

294 Reviews
  1. Paul

    Devon

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best meal I have had in the area for at least 3 years

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  2. Nick

    London

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    A big step forward in service and ambience. Food is also much better

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  3. Colin

    Kent

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    I had the risotto which was well good and tasty. The size of the was quite small and it would have benefited with a vegetable side course. The presentation was good and it was served in a nice room.

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  4. Peter

    Cambridge

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    I was expecting a much higher standard especially since the prices are on the high side. Really disappointed.

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  5. Nanette

    Cambridge

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and quality of food. Will definitely go back.

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  6. Kevin

    Cambridge

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice menu, spot on portion size and seating with right distance from other patrons.

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  7. Susan

    Coastal Georgia

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great new menu - party of 6 with 6 different mains and everyone was very happy with their choices. Service was friendly and attentive. Highly recommend!!

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  8. debbie

    London

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 5, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    The lobby in Elm looked Christmassy which was lovely but the area where we ate looked like a standard pub . Food was ok but menu not as I remembered . We booked for an anniversary meal (said this in special requests). We’re seated in bar area near the only other occupied table with baby and toddler (no offence to them ) was a dark corner near drafty door , lamp did not work . Asked to be seated somewhere brighter which they did . Not the ambience I had hoped for . Was advised there as a large Xmas party in the original part of the building which had a cosy fireplace.

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  9. Carol

    Cambridge

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our meal was outstanding, everything was perfect from walking in to walking out Friendly staff , service excellent , food was amazing best food I have had out for a very long time .

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  10. Tracey

    Bath

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The Elm was a lovely find and the homemade chips were amazing! There are 2 lovely fireplaces but they weren't lit when we were there. Seasonal menu which is great. Very intensive whiskey list. A great night out.

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The Elm is rated 4.3 stars by 294 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today
Google Map for The Elm

Moat Lane. Abbots Ripton., Hntingdon, Cambridgeshire PE28 2PD

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Abbots Ripton
  • Neighborhood
    Huntingdon
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–6:00 pm Breakfast Sat, Sun 9:00 am–10:30 am Lunch Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–4:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 6:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Car to rear
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    01487 773585
  • Catering
    Weekly changing menu's focused on seasons, and flavour pairing.
  • Private party facilities
    Available on request
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