Balkerne Gate, Colchester

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Balkerne Gate Table Table restaurant in Colchester, Essex

Our team

Whether you fancy an afternoon tea for two or classic pub grub for the whole family, we’ve got you covered at the Balkerne Gate Table Table in Colchester. Whatever the occasion, our friendly team will be ready to welcome you with a smile – we work hard all year round to make sure you always have a great time dining out in Essex with us, so from breakfasts in Colchester to drinks outdoors, come and join us! Fun fact – our restaurant actually gets its name from Colchester’s Balkerne Gate, the oldest Roman gateway in Britain! You’ll find it in the city centre, just a short walk away from the Jumbo Water Tower, another of Colchester’s historic attractions.

Our location

We’re in a great spot for visiting some of the best outdoor attractions in Kent. Highwoods Country Park and Cymbeline Meadows – two of the most popular places to visit in Essex – are just a short drive away from the Balkerne Gate, so you can head out and soak up the great outdoors before joining us at our family restaurant in Colchester for some great-value meals. Colchester city centre is just a 15-minute drive from us too, where you’ll find local spots like the Culver Square Shopping Centre!

Why we love Colchester

As one of the oldest cities in the UK, it’s no surprise that days out in Colchester have plenty to entertain history lovers – but families can have a field day here too! Visit local landmarks like Colchester Castle and the Hollytrees Museum before exploring picturesque Essex attractions like the Suffolk Coast & Heaths and Dedham Vale. Plus, with Colchester Zoo right on our doorstep, you’ll love our location when you’re looking for great places to eat in Colchester after family days out.

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Reviews

1,167 reviews

3.8/5

T Cozens

2 years ago

Excellent value 3 course Boxing Day lunch. Prawn cocktail, 3 roast carvery, Christmas pudding & black forest sundae all lovely. A big thankyou to Dave, Maia & the kitchen team for 2 x takeaway 3 course Boxing Day meals for my unwell elderly parents. Fantastic service you couldn't have been more helpful. See you all in the New Year. Thank you.

Elizabeth James

2 years ago

Never been here before. Food was excellent.staff really helpful and friendly. Got only one complaint it was cold in there. We did ask to turn. the heating up .he said he would but he didn't. Otherwise it was lovely. Will go again. Highly recommend a visit.

harry farrow

2 years ago

Be arrived about 1:30 Saturday afternoon. Ordered coffee. Then we ordered some drinks and then we ordered food. Coffee came out then we ordered drinks. The food came out and she was so busy. She'd forgot drinks but she soon sorted them out for us ,not a problem. Food was good. I had chicken and bacon with BBQ sauce with chips. My partner had pi, mashed potato, peas. We asked for chips instead of mashed potato and they changed it straight away. Very good service. Food was lovely. The waitress looked after us really well. We were there till 4:00. It was a good afternoon. If your ever on your way to Colchester and you want to quit bite to eat, popping to see the staff,x

S M

2 years ago

Trio of lies. Service was a little slow despite restaurant being half empty. It looked like they were under staffed. Unfortunately i didnt get the servers name but she was wonderful, helpful and did it with a smile. Some of the food however was terrible, anything that had been fried like the fish and scampi looked ok and what you would expect from that level of restaurant. The lasagne was near on slop and the trio of pies with creamy mash was so poor, 3 dry lumps of mash and limp pies. Not even the gravy was warm i can only guess the microwave power had been accidently turned to low. I actually felt embarrassed for the chef.(i have added a photo) This used to always be half decent go to for a quick and easy meal now i wouldnt advise it.

Dave Jones

3 years ago

Servicing the Premier Inn it is adjacent to, the Balkerne is a busy pub with lots of workers using the place. The menu reflects the changing times for example you now have to pay 49p for a naan bread where it used to be included in the meal. The menu and beer/lager options are all decent and the staff are really excellent.