Without being able to comment on the food, we dropped in for coffee. The service was unwelcoming and with mixed messages about either having to download an app to order... read more or speak to one of the uninterested staff. Prices for coffees were high, nice view of the quay notwithstanding; sugar came as a cube on the coffee spoon which had spilt and turned it into a syrupy mess in the saucer. Not a great impression - frankly we felt our presence for just drinks was viewed as an inconvenience.

  We visited the city without planning, and popped into the pub for a pint. We ended up staying for lunch. Great Sunday Roast, with some huge portions. Couldn't believe we... read more finished it! The pub was welcoming, despite the current restrictions in place, and the bar staff were really attentive.

  Fantastic place - a real amazing find at the end of the high st.
We popped in for a drink & had vegetable soup Devine.
Staff - lady... read more was so polite &considerate.
Covid safe & clean.

  Tried this pub having read a lots of good reviews. Definitely still a proper traditional pub serving fantastic home cooked food. I would definitely book a table in advance as... read more loads of people got turned away.

  The staff are exceptionally friendly and helpful. Food is superb! Portions are great, especially if you have a hearty appetite. The managers and staff were so accommodating. 17 of us... read more had meals and none of us were kept waiting!! HIGHLY recommend this place and will definitely be back when in the area again

  In our quest for a truly great steak pie and ale we have just had the good fortune to try the Crown and Anchor in Winchester. This was the best... read more we’ve ever tasted, full of succulent meat with excellent mashed potato and side veg and complemented with very quaffable Crown and Anchor ale. The staff made us feel very welcome especially Emily; we really appreciated her good advice and high standard of service- she’s a star ! We’ll be back there tomorrow!,

  This is a proper pub ,visit was during covid restrictions no need for an app as helpful staff actually talk to you and take your order. Locals and tourists frequent... read more this pub . The homemade lasagne is to die for ,tasty and good portion size ,keep up the good work

  It was so good I nearly jizzled myself!🔥 🙂 I had the Chicken burger with cheese, salad and chips and it was so spectacular and amazing!

  Hubby and I popped in to have a drink as it was a boiling hot day, and hubby need some refreshments, barrel of cider..
Tom and Shanice greeted us with... read more smiles, explain how the pub operated during Covid restrictions, with ordering drinks and food, waiter service.
Both Tom and Shanice were very friendly and helpful, making you feel very welcomed. They went above and beyond all aspects of their service. They were 2 of the most amazing bar persons I've ever met. It was a true pleasure to be in their pub.
It my have been our first time to The Crown and Anchor but it certainly won't be the last.
The food was delicious and plentiful. You couldn't get anymore tuna mayo into my sandwich, it was bursting and with a side order of proper chips, thick, crispy and full of fluffy potato.
Nothing was too much trouble, and you could see they enjoyed their jobs, making sure you had everything you needed, without it being too much. The locals ate friendly and very chat which gives the pub a cosy friendly and inviting atmosphere.
Thank you Tom and Shanice for making our time at your pub a pleasure.

  The pub is very nice, the staff are brilliant, the food is FANTASTIC, l always go there, when l am visiting family and friends, its well worth a visit, you... read more will not regret it,

  Had a fantastic night. Excellent food and mine hosts were really great. Part of a large group all enjoying great food and company

  We called in a bit late in the afternoon but were still served a delicious roast beef lunch - very tasty - husband could have ate another ! Only a... read more teeny gripe- a bigger yorky pud please ! We were served promptly and well done too all the hard working team in these difficult but hopefully only better times too come .

  I’d been looking forward to a lovely day in the sun in Winchester with a friend, visiting from London. The Crown and Anchor was our second stop of the day,... read more shortly after midday. On arriving, there were no staff at the bar and a sign asking us to Wait to be Seated. I was desperate for the toilet so instead of waiting any longer, I left my drinks order with my friend in the queue and headed to the WC.

On my way, I was confronted by the first member of staff I’d noticed at the venue. Instead of greeting me, or acknowledging the queue, she asked me if I was a customer. Just as I was about to respond, I was denied the opportunity. She didn’t leave a pause long enough for me to answer ‘yes’, and continued to tell me that the toilets are only for customers and that if I’m not a customer, I can’t use the toilet. It’s a fair enough policy but I wasn’t given a second to tell her that I was.

As I sat on the toilet reflecting on my life’s choices, I wished I wasn’t a customer of a venue where the staff can be that affrontive and suspicious of someone before they’d even allowed them to speak. The toilet seat was brightly covered but that didn’t really lift my spirits enough to want to stay beyond the first drink, or return in the future.

  What a brilliant lunch, best roast in winch. Hot home cooked veg, very good portion roast pork and beef every one satisfied.

  Was Mother’s Day, arrived on the off chance. Very busy as expected but was asked to come back after 3pm which we did. Didn’t disappoint ! I had the roast... read more beef and hubby had pie both sensational! Lovely and hot, great portion size and staff who went above and beyond! Will definitely return! Special mention to Jason the chef!!!!

  What a fabulous find this was. We were visiting for a couple of days and thought we would give the pub a try and I'm glad we did. As soon... read more as we went in it felt like a relaxed place to have a drink and something to eat. The service was quick both for drink and food. The food was excellent and portions a generous size and even though busy the young lady serving took time to chat.
So good we went back on the Tuesday night for the pub quiz!

  Went at beginning of December for a pre-Christmas meal with friends. We all ate off the Christmas menu, three having turkey and two fish. All the meals were... read more generous portions and well cooked and tasty, of course. But the real gem is the staff. From...start to finish, without exception, all staff were incredibly welcoming, helpful and above all friendly. It makes a huge difference to your evening if you feel the staff are genuinely friendly. The pub was busy and the atmosphere was great. Still didn’t feel rushed at all with service. Thoroughly recommend. More

  What a find! A real pub with a great range of beers and food, plus friendly staff who are only too willing to assist. Lovely atmosphere so we will be... read more back.