We have to travel to Winchester once a year for work and found this gem of a pub last time we were there. Looked on the menu outside, but there... read more didn't seem much of a vegetarian offering, but my guest was happy with the one dish available, so we went in about 6pm. Greeted by a lovely lady with amazing blue hair and a big smile. She was happy to recommend one of their gins (honey) which I'd never had before an she very promptly brought our drinks to the table. Then she stayed and chatted for a while, which is always nice when you're not from the area.
When I mentioned that my dining companion was a vegetarian, she brought out a completely different 'vegan and vegetarian menu', which they really should advertise outside as we nearly went elsewhere when we thought there wasn't much veggie stuff on offer.
I had the lamb shank with seasonal veg and my friend had the Mediterranean bean pie, with chips and veg. Both meals looked and tasted AMAZING! and they were huge!!! There was no way we could have eaten a pudding, we only just managed to eat the main course and we consider ourselves to have quite big appetites.
Chef came out and had a chat too, we told him how nice is was to have decent fresh veg and very nicely cooked they were too. What a nice chap.
Can't fault the place, will definitely be back next time we are in Winchester.

  When travelling from Scotland and looking for a relaxed place to eat we couldn't fault the Crown and Anchor. On arrival with our 2 dogs we were greeted by the... read more fantastic friendly staff who gave us a table with some space and promptly attended to the dogs with a bowl of water and a biscuit whilst we perused the menu, felt very spoiled for choice, everything is homemade by the talented chefs by also offering gluten free choices, I had a chicken and cider pie which was so huge I couldn't finish it but got to take the remainder away with us, my husband had steak and kidney pie which he devoured in minutes. Can't wait to go back on our next trip South and will go out of our way just to revisit here. Thanks Crown and Anchor

  Wow what a fantastic Sunday lunch. Definitely a step above the usual Greenking Sunday lunches and we’ve tried many. Greenking is good but this was definitely rated the best. Very... read more tasty. The staff extremely friendly, mind you that’s what you would expect from Greenking. I was pleased to receive a drinks mat with my drink too. Simple things please me. No drips over my nice clean clothes. All in all a delightful experience. When we’re in Winchester this will be our port of call for lunch. Well done

  We've visited several times on a Sunday lunchtime for a roast dinner. Although very busy on the first occasion, we were given a very warm welcome; both times the food... read more was excellent and plentiful. We will return.

  We popped in here for a drink and a bite to eat as we had been out for the day and Winchester was on our way home. We received a... read more very warm welcome and seated straight away. We had our young baby with us and...they were very accommodating. They warmed up his food and never at any point did we get the impression he wasn’t welcome (which sometimes in a pub setting on a Friday early evening you can feel a bit like they are glaring at you to get out) I had the lasagne and I have to say it was the best lasagne I’ve had from a pub.. EVER!! My husband had the lamb shank which also looked delicious! Thank you so much for a proper pub grub dinner and a very warm welcome! More

  Great pub, great food, dog friendly - Popped in here on a Monday with dog. Ordered our food and asked if could possibly have sausages for dog -to our surprise they brought out a proper doggy bowl... read more with special dog sausages all chopped up for her which she wolfed down!
Service was quick and friendly and our meals were really nice. Decided to go back the next night as enjoyed it so much but alas we were too late, every table was taken plus they had quiz night which was also booked up! Will know in future to get in earlier!
Will def return

  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

  We called in on the off chance and it wasn't our first choice from looking at the outside. But we were so surprised...very friendly, efficient staff and an excellent lunch.... read more The vegan home made pie was one of the best I've had with great pastry and a chef that knows vegans need protein not just veg! Lovely presentation and really tasty. Reasonable price too. We will go back.

  Wonderful couple of hours here today. Visiting beautiful Winchester. Came to this warm friendly pub. Ordered pie of the day. Beef and Guinness and ohhh wow wow wow..what... read more a gorgeous pie it was. The best pie we have eaten in a pub for a long...long time. Lovely friendly efficient staff our compliments to the chef. Beautifully presented too..and the gravy was such good quality. Lovely dinner that accompanied our bottle of red wine. Very reasonably priced too. Lots of people eating which is always a good sign. Great atmosphere. Thank you. We will be back More

  Shanice is amazing!! Sooooo friendly we love her xxxxx will be back after lockdown and shout out to Scott for buying us shots

  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.

  Nice bar staff steve and Mia. Where very helpful. Also lovely Sunday roast cooked by Jason who was also helpful. All gluten free food

  Fantastic veggie options. I had the vegan burger which was delicious. My party all thoroughly enjoyed their meals. Lovely and attentive service! Will certainly be visiting again!

  GreatSunday Roast - Booked a table for the Sunday roast whilst visiting Winchester and was not dissapointed with the quality and quantity of the roast pork dinners we had. A decent drop of... read more ale too.
We were given a table that had been hemmed in by an adjacent table where the occupants had spralled out however there was no issue in moving us to another table.

Staff were very friendly and helpful.
This is a dog friendly pub and used by locals.

  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

  What a fantastic lunch we had today. 6 adults and a two year old... We all ate and my what fabulous food. Best food and service we have had whilst... read more we have been in Hampshire on holiday. Cannot fault a thing. If we lived nearer we would be there every night!

  Came here a week ago with a friend and she had what she describes as one of the best ever tasting pies. I had the lamb shank and it was... read more amazing!! The meat fell off the bone and was melt in the mouth!! Won’t be going anywhere else for a lamb shank. Returned today, the pie was once again incredible and the burger was juicy and flavourful. Great value and great food! A must visit.

  Served quickly with drinks given a menu. Took a seat and looked at the amazing choice of food. My partner and i both ordered the chicken and mushroom pie with... read more veg and mashed potato,came with seperate gravy. Have to say, delicious. The service was quick and very efficient. The lady behind the bar taking our order and bringing the food was friendly and efficient.