Caroline Franklin
09.03.2025
We had a 2 course menu for an event night and the food was amazing! Service was excellent and we had a great night dancing after!
Fanthaisticks
09.03.2025
We recently visited A-Canteen in Chelmsford on 8.03.2025 and let me tell you, it was an absolute delight! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted by a warm and inviting atmosphere, coupled with incredibly friendly staff who made us feel right at home.
We ordered the full English breakfast, and it was beyond top-notch! Every component was cooked to perfection, with flavors that danced on our taste buds. The sausages were juicy, the eggs were fluffy, and the baked beans were simply divine. You can truly taste the quality in every bite!
Now, let's talk about the banana bread—wow! It was hands down the best we've ever had! Moist, flavorful, and just the right amount of sweetness, it’s a must-try that pairs perfectly with a cup of their fantastic coffee.
To top it all off, the service was impressively speedy without feeling rushed, allowing us to fully enjoy our meal. We felt so impressed that if we could give A-Canteen ten stars, we absolutely would!
Thank you for having us, A-Canteen! We'll definitely be back for more deliciousness.
Mihai & Nok
David Lackenby
09.03.2025
Excellent night. Food great. Drinks brilliant. Service excellent. Vide fun. Mr Scruff rocked it
Keep it independent
Kiera Marven
18.03.2024
Fantastic pizza and cocktails
Faye McCarthy
03.03.2025
Hired the private room for an event. The food was nice but the service depended on which staff member you interacted with. Some were helpful, but it took us five attempts to order 2 bottles of water at one point. Each request was met with hesitation and there was a general unwillingness to be helpful.
Thaj Rehman
23.02.2025
Free range products make the food really delicious here. Management is really nice and brought me new latte on the house when my one went cold. We'll definitely be coming back again.
Becky Lee
22.02.2025
The food here is fantastic, no complaints at all. It comes out quick and piping hot with plenty of vegetarian friendly options. The only issue is we were left waiting quite some time to get our bill, to the point we had to go and find someone ourselves to pay. Apart from that a really lovely spot to grab some great food!
Christina Ward
17.02.2025
Brilliant evening, first time here, hope to be back, everything was excellent.
Fantastic three couse meal, this was exceptional, and the lovely Jaki Graham singing.
Kerry Goulding
17.02.2025
First time visit for us as Jaki Graham is my favourite soul artist. To see her perform up close in a more intimate environment was fantastic. Will definitely look out for upcoming events as absolutely loved the venue, atmosphere and location 🫶
Beverley Burnett
16.02.2025
Best night ever at Acanteen with Jaki Graham. Food was absolutely delicious (especially the monkfish!), Jaki Graham still has an amazing voice and she is such a lovely lady. The DJ afterwards was spot on too. Well done Emma for organising such a brilliant evening 🤩
jamile johnson
03.10.2020
We went for a cheeky valentines day lunch time meal and I must say the vibes on entry where on point. The staff where more than friendly helpful and attentive to ours needs.
The food was absolutely amazing we both had the Braised Shortrib with tatter tots and we are still talking about it the morning after cause it was so delicious. We also had the sticky toffee pudding and I think I can still taste 😋.
The price i thought was on point aswell
Would 100% recommend
Derrick Mckenzie Official
13.02.2025
I was there for drinks only and that was amazing and the music was outstanding!!!!
elaine wallace
10.02.2025
Food was lovely when we eventually got it but the service was abysmal. We had to get their attention to ask for service then waited 20 minutes for just a drink. Restaurant only a quarter full and plenty of staff but they didn’t seem to know what to do or how to take an order. Took three people to take our food order!! I think they’d have to train their waiting staff a lot better before I’d think about going back.
Sophie Douglas
10.02.2025
Amazing vibes (we’re over 30’s and 40’s for reference) and delicious meals. 6 of us met up for dinner and there were 6 clean plates at the end! Lovely cocktails and beers and great music. Loved it. Service really attentive and polite. Will return soon!
Sarah Hancy
10.02.2025
Nice place for lunch. Service and food are good.
Alice R
09.02.2025
We waited over 45mins for our food despite preordering. When we asked the waiter (twice) he didn’t seem to think waiting over 45min was a problem.. seemed odd
When it did come it was very tasty and hot
Nick Suters
02.02.2024
My 7 year olds favourite place to go in Chelmsford.
He enjoys the waffle, bacon and maple syrup - which isn’t actually on the menu but the staff always offer to do it for him, which is super cool.
I had the small breakfast in this occasion and it was very tasty. The big stand out was the sausage which was rich and flavoursome.
Staff were fun and welcoming which is always the case and we had a really pleasant time Saturday morning.
Will be back no problem.
Brooke Potter
08.02.2025
Had such an amazing evening for my birthday. Sasha offered such great service and any ask was never too much!! Thank you!
Amanda Potter
08.02.2025
Had such an amazing meal at A Canteen tonight. Pizzas were unreal and our waiter, Sasha, was friendly and really great ! Highly recommend 👍
ian wroblewski
07.02.2025
Sultra records night with Michael Gray . Amazing night , music and crowd . Will be back fro the event 27th sept
Claire Connolly
07.02.2025
Absolutely loved this venue for the Sultra event, can't wait to return 😀
Deborah Debs
04.02.2025
Acanteen is one of those rare venues that just knows how to treat its customers. Staff on the door, the bar staff, security, chefs (food is eclectic and delicious), and all the fabulous DJ’s conjure up an experience and atmosphere that makes you want to return time and time again. Kudos to the owners.
Mark Tinsley
04.02.2025
We didnt eat this time but had a fantastic time at the Sultra gig on 1st Feb. Great welcoming venue, awesome sound system, and friendly crowd alongside fantastic dj’s made this a night to remember. Would definitely return. Cheers!
Sarah Rayment-Davies
04.02.2025
Great venue, great people, great djs.
Very well stocked bar.
A great night out
Kelly Hanks
04.02.2025
Came here for an event on Saturday night and had a great time! I didn't eat but the food looked delicious. The bar staff were friendly and it had the right amount of people in without it being overcrowded. My only thing but this is common nowadays is that it's a cashless bar. I would still like the choice.
