Crystal Palace

Name: Crystal Palace
Address: Station Rd, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom, HP4 2EZ
Telephone: 01442 504362
Price range: £25 and under
Rating: 4.2

4.2 (75)

£25 and under

Pub

Station Rd, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire HP4 2EZ

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2 people

Jun 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Charming
Dog-friendly

A charming village pub nestled in the heart of Berkhamsted market town along the picturesque Grand Junction Canal. Our historic pub dating back to the 18th century, offers a fresh, seasonal menu coupled with local cask, world lagers and an extensive wine list. All of which can be enjoyed in our rustic, country setting.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Pub
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
01442 504362
Website
https://www.crystalpalace-pub.com/
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
Station Rd, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire HP4 2EZ
Neighborhood
Berkhamsted
Parking details
None

What 75 people are saying

Crystal Palace reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.0Food
4.4Service
4.3Ambience
4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Crystal Palace offers a "great atmosphere" with "friendly service" and a picturesque canal view. It's a "really nice pub" with dog-friendly outdoor seating. Guests enjoy the "fantastic roast" and hospitality. Some reviews noted the need for improvement in service speed and food temperature, but overall, it promises a delightful dining experience.

75 Reviews

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jason VIP
London21 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a delicious late Sunday lunch yesterday in The Crystal Palace. What a pub! Very relaxed, Super service and food too. Overlooking the canal. Great spot. Parked within 100m too. Highlight was probably the Bloody Mary - hail to the barman. One of the best I have ever had! See you again soon!
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Ian
London6 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 6, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Interesting and tasty menu. New team and service excellent, always smiling
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Rosalind
Hertfordshire16 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We went on a very quiet weekday lunch but were attended to superbly by the staff and made to feel really welcome- and even given a little birthday present! A lovely surprise and attention to detail. The food was good- well presented and tasty. Would definitely return, thank you!
Crystal PalaceResponded on May 8, 2025
Thank you so much for the kind review and we hope to see you again very soon. Many thanks Matt
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Lisa
London5 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place for lunch. Good food, friendly service and nice atmosphere
Crystal PalaceResponded on May 8, 2025
We couldn't agree more! We are so glad you loved your time with us and see you again soon. Many thanks Matt
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Lesley
Manchester/Greater Manchester2 reviews
2.0
Dined on May 4, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
We went for a birthday celebration. Contacted the pub the day before to amend our booking but were told the celebration menu was not longer available. On arriving, we were asked if everyone was having the celebration menu! We ordered the Sunday roast instead as a bit miffed. Meat was OK but roast potatoes were under cooked, pale and definitely not roast. We were going to complain but our poor waitress was being give a hard time but another big table of complaints.
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Melanie
Hertfordshire4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really nice pub on the canal, dog friendly with outside area, nice menu & great, helpful staff
Crystal PalaceResponded on May 8, 2025
Full scores all round. Many thanks for taking the time to review your time with us. Many thanks Matt
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Bernadette
Buckinghamshire3 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 26, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Whilst the main course was excellent, the £24 platter of hams etc was woe full! Whilst the staff were very pleasant I hit the impression they were under pressure from the kitchen. We arrived at 7.30 order wine then was looking the menu to decide what to have. We were told the kitchen shuts at 8.30 and would need to order sooner there than later! Saturday night very odd? The good came and it was very good, however, the waitress couldn’t wait to clear our plates to the point she tried to take my plate away when I hadn’t finished. We weren’t even offered the sweet menu. So overall nice place good food but really need to reflect on overall service it felt rushed and when you’re spending £185 for 4 people I think you can do a bit better! It won’t stop me coming and this is not a reflection on the staff!
Crystal PalaceResponded on April 30, 2025
Hi Bernadette, Thank you for your honest and Frank Review. Our Kitchen is always open until 9pm so I will make sure there is no confusion with our team and there should have been no rush at all so sincere apologies. We would love to see you again and I will make sure we give you a nice dessert on us. many thanks Matt
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Dawn
Hertfordshire1 review
3.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
My roast dinner was cold , extreme lack of vegetables, nothing like it said on the menu . Was not impressed atoll .
Crystal PalaceResponded on April 30, 2025
Hi Dawn, We are sorry to hear about your experience but it's very frustrating when we don't know anything about it at the time. All of our roasts are portioned controlled so will be exactly the same and kept to temperature to ensure the best quality. When we checked your table everyone said the food was great. Hopefully this won't put you off visiting again. Many thanks Crystal Palace
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Marie
Hertfordshire2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic roast! Lovely staff and great atmosphere.
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Kerry
London3 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 29, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
This is a really nice pub in a beautiful area. We came for lunch and had a great time.
Crystal PalaceResponded on April 4, 2025
Hi Kerry, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Hopefully awe can hit 5 stars from you next time. Many thanks Matt
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FAQs

Crystal Palace is rated 4.2 stars by 75 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Jun 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

Station Rd, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire HP4 2EZ

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Additional information

Neighborhood
Berkhamsted
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:30 pm
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Pub
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None

Website
https://www.crystalpalace-pub.com/
Phone number
01442 504362

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