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.

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

  Had the best burger out friendly service served by shanice and Sarah always make you feel welcome also serves gluten free food

  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.

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

  We popped in here on the off chance and was really happy with the food and the service, we will definitely be back again
Thank you

  Marilyn was such an awesome host! Will definitely be be back for her hospitality. Enjoy the brunch so much!
We will return!

  Loved the vegan food, very friendly and accommodating staff, creating a great atmosphere.
Would definitely recommend and visit again.

  Lovely welcoming pub, really helpful and friendly staff, attending to our every need, a stack of games to play, generously sized meals, not expensive, and delicious at that. The thick... read more chips were gorgeous, the pie...huge! All the food was piping hot. Lots of gluten free options, including many mouthwatering puddings. Will definitely return if we pass through the area again.

  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

  Called in for a quick drink before going for a meal (elsewhere). Price of wine was very good and wine was good. HOWEVER, the place had loud music (pandemic rules... read more say NO loud music) the customers playing poole were all shouting at each other to make themselves heard. Onlookers were constantly heard using the F word. We felt like we had found the bottom of the Winchester pub market. Without drinking all of our first drink we found the escape route and left. Never again!!!

  Went here for lunch and ordered from main menu. It is on the Meerkat Meals offer which is why we thought we'd try it.

Great food, good portion sizes,... read more friendly staff and a cosy, comfortable atmosphere.

Vegan burger was great, not dry like some are! Apparently the chicken pie was fantastic, the best my mum had ever had apparently.

It was great value as we had 2 for 1 but even without the offer it would have been great value for money.

Totally recommended. Will definitely be back.

  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.

  Great place with friendly,efficient and happy to help staff, with a great selection of drinks and the food was awesome. Loved our visit there

  Staff very friendly and helpful. Reasonable range of beers. Had sausages and mash - a very generous portion--which was delicious and came with a large selection of seasonal vegetables. Will... read more certainly return post lockdown.

  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.

  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

  Had a great evening at the Crown and Anchor. Good Covid safe measures and we couldn't fault the welcome.

Vegan friendly and generous portions. For meat eaters I heartily... read more reccomend the lamb shank.

Really good prices. If your looking for an honest pub with great affordable food in Winchester, this is the place to go.