Chimes At The Bell - Chelmsford

Love an old traditional pub and this has charm and character 100%. Thinking of moving to the area, so what better way to find out stuff. Pubs only work if you get warm friendly people inside (staff and punters). Tina is an absolute star! Friendly, funny and extremely helpful. Turns out we used to go to the same pub 30 years ago! Thinking of returning on Thursday for the Quiz Night as this would definitely be my local if I move there. Want to try the food and learn more about the area. I’m useless at quizzes, much better at drinking, but it’s the vibe and staff who make this place worth visiting. See you again soon! Cheers, Matt

Under new management from June 28, 2024. Now managed by Nathan (who cooks) and Samantha (manages front of house), the Bell is very friendly, with good food and large outdoor seating area. Separate Sports Bar showing Sky Sports and TNT Sports across 3 screens with a pool table. This is totally separate from the main bar, so caters for all tastes. Bell Burger (pictured) was approx £14. 3 baskets from a choice of six for £10 was very good value. My daughter raved about her burger and onion rings: very light crispy batter. My spicy chicken strips (not pictured) were awesome; dirty fries (choice of chilli (pictured) or curry) were also excellent. Will be back soon to sample the fish and chips. Thanks Nathan and Sam!

Had a great Bell burger and beer was lovely. Due to change hands soon. Will see what happens, but for good pub grub and cool real ales you can't go wrong.

Out with a long time friend for lunch and catch-up, i have been here many time over the last 40+ years. My friend chose quiche chips and salad, i had haddock chips and peas. while we were waiting we ordered our drinks, All the staff polite and helpful, the food came out piping hot and well presented, my Haddock was cooked in batter which was crispy and light. my friends quiche looked and tasted excellent. To finish of i had ice cream and sauce. All very enjoyable

Fish was too dry to eat. Staff apologised and only charged us for one meal instead of two. Will not be going back.