The Crown — Restaurant in Epping Forest

A Royal Experience: The Crown in Broxbourne - Where Service, Food, and Savings Reign Supreme

In the charming town of Broxbourne, there's a gem that stands out as a beacon of impeccable service, delightful cuisine, and unbeatable value. The Crown, a Vintage Inn, is a haven for those seeking a dining experience that marries tradition with innovation, and where a warm atmosphere makes every visit feel like a royal treat.

Exceptional Service

The staff at The Crown in Broxbourne are truly the heart and soul of this establishment. From the moment you step through the doors, their welcoming smiles and genuine hospitality make you feel like a treasured guest. Their attentiveness is second to none, ensuring that your dining experience is nothing short of perfect. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply enjoying a casual meal, their service is consistently outstanding.

Delectable Food to Savour

The true star of the show at The Crown is, without a doubt, the food. The menu is a culinary masterpiece that caters to every palate. Every dish is prepared with passion and care, offering a delightful symphony of flavours that is sure to please even the most discerning diners.

As for the culinary journey described, we're eager to share the mouthwatering details. Starting with the baked Camembert, it's a tantalizing symphony of creamy, gooey cheese that's sure to please the palate. The duet of lamb is a masterpiece in itself, showcasing succulent, tender cuts that will have you savouring each bite. The fishcakes are a testament to the chef's skill, a burst of fresh seafood flavours. And what better way to celebrate a birthday than with a slice of heavenly banoffee pie that's simply irresistible.

Savings Fit for Royalty

But there's more to The Crown's allure than just delectable dishes and top-tier service. The restaurant's partnership with the Vintage Inns app provides an excellent opportunity for guests to save while dining like royalty. By signing up for the app, patrons can enjoy a complimentary drink and, as if that wasn't delightful enough, substantial discounts on future meals.

During a recent visit, we were pleasantly surprised to receive a generous 40% off our mains, turning an already excellent dining experience into a truly remarkable one. It's a testament to The Crown's commitment to providing unbeatable value to its patrons.

In Conclusion

The Crown in Broxbourne is more than just a restaurant; it's an experience, a destination where exceptional service, mouthwatering cuisine, and significant savings come together seamlessly. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or looking to savor an ordinary day with extraordinary food, The Crown is the place to be.

The best part is that with the Vintage Inns app, you can enjoy these exceptional offerings while saving money – a true win-win. So, do yourself a favour, and make your next dining experience a regal one at The Crown in Broxbourne. Your taste buds will thank you, and your...

Update -July 2024: I did the mistake to come back 3 times after my edit....nothing changed, their kitchen had backlog of about 45 min, they said, and don't accept new orders. This exactly was the excuse all 3 times. And by looking around their garden most tables they were eating, with some customers clearly just had their food. All this happening around 8pm, on a lovely warm summer Monday evening....honestly it's such a shameful behavior towards customers. Why can't managers take action? Original review, April 2024: The service was really good and the ladies took a good care of us however the quality wasn't something too special. Lovely ribeye steak and nice cocktails too!

Bonus the decor and the real fire places :)

Edit, May 2024: we came last Friday after a long almost 2 hour walk by the river. It was 10min before the kitchen was due to close but they refused to take a food order as they had a half an hour back log of food orders. Bummer but I get this. So we decided to just have a drink and then just go to find a take out. It was a pint of cider and a soda, £8.80 for those (a bit pricey but anyway). My partner handed his phone to the guy in the till who's holding it and says to me that for card payment to tap on the top of the machine. I did so and at the same time I hear a "no", but couldn't understand why. Mind you I'm exhausted from the walk and in incredible physical pain . He then immediately hands over the phone to my partner and then said " sorry, SHE paid and I can't issue you the (loyalty) points (in the app). I'm stunned and so is my partner. I asked "can you just cancel this payment (or refund on this case) and do this again?", to which he replied no. My partner pointed out that he was holding to his phone BEFORE I was encouraged by him to pay.. At this point I'm just hungry, in pain, thirsty and appalled from the lack of customer service 😑. I admit I said to my own language to basically get the f@$%^ out of there as I was furious.

Never going back....

Very disappointing We visited last year & enjoyed it so much we took our granddaughters there today.

The outside area looked quite rough, with birds mess on the tables. We chose a cleanish one & ordered some chips & Halloumi fries. The triple cooked chips were obviously undercooked & very hard inside, although my granddaughter really enjoyed her pasta. Then we realised the drink for her meal hadn't been given to us & we had to go to the bar to request it Dessert was sticky toffee pudding (very much enjoyed by one of the girls) & trio of ice-cream. Sadly there was no chocolate ice cream but my granddaughter enjoyed her honeycomb, vanilla & blackcurrant (sorbet) trio. I however had to send mine back as it was served in a really dirty bowl, with old food stuck all around the inside rim. As I handed it to the waitress I was met with a somewhat blank look & 'Oh! Do you want another one?" No apologies at all. I said that I wanted a fresh one as I couldn't eat from the dirty dish. By the time the others had finished their desserts, I was still waiting (no dessert in sight). I ended up walking around to find another waitress, who said she'd get my dessert straight away. She was quick getting it, but again no apology for the dirty dish or the wait. Once I started eating I realised the 'apple sorbet' I'd been so looking forward to, was in fact raspberry.

Safe to say we won't be...