Discreet Dining in Chelmsford
Chelmsford's restaurants gather in a compact centre, with village pubs close by. Here is how to find a calm table.
Moulsham Street
Moulsham Street has the widest choice of independent restaurants in the city, and a gentler pace than the High Street. It is the natural first choice for dinner.
Moulsham Street has the widest choice of independent restaurants in the city, and a gentler pace than the High Street.
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The city centre
The streets around the High Street and the newer developments near the river have larger restaurants, convenient for the station and the shops.
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Somewhere to book a room or a table for the evening, in Chelmsford itself.
The villages
Writtle and Danbury have village pubs and restaurants in quieter surroundings. They suit a slower evening, with a taxi booked for the way back.
Writtle and Danbury have village pubs and restaurants in quieter surroundings.
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Booking and asking for quiet
Book ahead for Friday and Saturday, and ask for a corner or a table away from the door. An earlier sitting is usually calmer.
Book ahead for Friday and Saturday, and ask for a corner or a table away from the door.
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Getting home
From the centre, the station and the taxi ranks are a short walk. From the villages, book a licensed taxi in advance. As everywhere on the site, this guide is for adults aged 18 and over.
From the centre, the station and the taxi ranks are a short walk.
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Chelmsford areas worth knowing
- Moulsham StreetIndependent restaurants south of the river
- High StreetLarger restaurants near the shops
- WrittleA village with a green, west of the city
- DanburyA hilltop village east of the city
Frequently asked questions
Moulsham Street has the most choice and the calmest atmosphere.
At the weekend, yes. Weekdays are usually easier.
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