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Cosa dovrei ordinare da The Old Fire Engine House?
Cosa ordinare
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Pickled Herring
Recommended multiple times for being light, fresh, succulent, and perfectly prepared as a starter.
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Game Pie
Praised for its rich filling with juicy pigeon, rabbit, and partridge, plus an exceptionally good shortcrust pastry.
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Smoked Trout Starter
Highlighted by a reviewer as a favorite fish dish and part of a consistently excellent meal.
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Casserole Main
Recommended as a standout main, with the meat changing by season but always described positively, especially for fans of fish and game.
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Trifle
Mentioned as a memorable dessert that one reviewer still dreams about, showing it left a strong impression.
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Crumble
Described as homemade and the best one a reviewer had ever tasted, making it a highly praised dessert choice.
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Chicken In Mushroom And Ham Sauce
Specifically called out as really lovely and part of a fresh, delicious home-cooked meal.
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Shepherd's Pie
Mentioned alongside other well-liked dishes as a comforting, freshly cooked main that reviewers enjoyed.
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Slow Roasted Pork
Praised for its flavorful, succulent meat and perfect crackling, with vegetables cooked just right.
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Spiced Parsnip Soup
Recommended as a starter that was enjoyed for its flavor and fit well into an overall excellent meal.
Dettagli
Orari
| Lunedì | Chiuso |
|---|---|
| Martedì | 10:30 AM to 8:30 PM |
| Mercoledì | 10:30 AM to 8:30 PM |
| Giovedì | 10:30 AM to 8:30 PM |
| Venerdì | 10:30 AM to 8:30 PM |
| Sabato | 10:30 AM to 8:30 PM |
| Domenica | 12 to 5:30 PM |
Informazioni su The Old Fire Engine House
Welcoming eatery serving British cooking with flair amid open fires, artworks for sale and a garden.
Servizi
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fireplace
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Cozy
- Historic
- Romantic
- Upscale
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Pets
- Dogs allowed inside
Domande frequenti
What is The Old Fire Engine House known for?
It is best known for traditional English and British cooking, especially home-cooked meals, afternoon tea, and the offer of seconds on many dishes. Reviewers also call out the roast lamb, homemade puddings, and the well-regarded wine list as reasons to visit.
What dishes are most recommended at The Old Fire Engine House?
Reviewers repeatedly recommend the roast lamb, trout, pickled herring starter, slow roasted pork with crackling, spiced parsnip soup, and homemade crumble. The food is often described as simple, well cooked, and generously portioned, with fresh vegetables and a homemade feel.
What is the atmosphere like at The Old Fire Engine House?
The atmosphere is cozy, historic, and intimate, with a fireplace, garden seating, and an old house setting opposite the cathedral in Ely. It suits couples, groups, and solo diners who want a quieter, more traditional meal rather than a fast-paced restaurant.
Is The Old Fire Engine House good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is £20 to £60, and reviewers often say the pricing is sensible or well priced for the quality and portion size. Some guests mention generous servings and even seconds, while others note smaller portions on certain visits, so value seems strongest when you want a full sit-down meal with wine or dessert.
Do you need a reservation at The Old Fire Engine House?
Yes, reservations are often recommended, especially for weekends and dinner, and one reviewer said they booked at least a week ahead for a weekend brunch or lunch spot. The restaurant can be nearly full even mid-week, so planning ahead is useful if you want to secure a table in central Ely.
Is parking available at The Old Fire Engine House?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.
Does The Old Fire Engine House have vegetarian options?
Yes, The Old Fire Engine House offers vegan options.
