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The Old Siege House Bar & Brasserie

4.6 (354)
£26 to £40
European
75 East St, Colchester, Essex CO1 2TS

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
The Historical Old Siege House in Colchester is the ideal venue for a small intimate meal or a large family get together ! Owned and run by Husband and wife team since 2014 it has a warm atmosphere and relaxed vibe.
We can provide extensive menus depending on your events, ranging from Afternoon teas to Hog roasts.
Our main menu changes seasonally and we also run a set lunch menu which is great value and changes every two weeks.
The restaurant can accomodate up to 160 covers inside and a further 50 outside so you will not be cramped for space. We have a private dining room for hire and a large bar and lounge area where you can enjoy some lovely made to order cocktails or a chilled bottle of wine.
Live music and events are regularly held and details will be posted on our various social media outlets.
We are proud holders of an elite 5 star food hygiene award for 3 consecutive 5 star visits in a row from the local council and pride ourselves on our hygiene levels.


Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    European, Afternoon Tea, Beer Garden
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Wed, Thu 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Bar Wed, Thu 12:00 pm–2:15 pm Wed, Thu 6:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Afternoon Tea Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 6:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Darren Lisney
  • Catering
    We can cater for outside events such as weddings, parties and celebrations from 50 people up to 300 and can create a menu for most budgets.<br />https://theoldsiegehousebarandbrasserie.co.uk/index.php/outside-catering
  • Private party facilities
    The whole venue can seat up to 160 people and is available for private hire.We can provide smaller areas for smaller groups and a private dining room for up to 18 people available on the 1st floor.There is a large bar lounge area ideal for drinks with friends or a drinks party.We have a lovely courtyard area available to hire weather permitting
  • Neighborhood
    Colchester
  • Cross street
    East Street
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    On local bus route 1 and 1A
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wine

What 354 people are saying

The Old Siege House Bar & Brasserie reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Essex

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Essex

    Healthy

  • Essex

    Great for fine wines

  • Essex

    Romantic

  • Essex

    Good for special occasions

  • Essex

    Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Old Siege House Bar & Brasserie offers "amazing food" with an "excellent menu choice" and "brilliant service." Guests praise the "lovely atmosphere" in a "wonderful historical building." The Sunday roasts and afternoon teas are "highly recommended." While some mention service charges and wait times, the overall dining experience remains delightful and memorable.

354 Reviews
  1. Kent and Sandy

    New Orleans3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Superb English cuisine and equally superb service. Smoked mackerel salad outstanding, as were the chorizo stuffed chicken. Somehow we found room for the Marquise, about the same size and quality as the chicken. Highly professional service throughout the evening. Reasonable pricing and in fact inexpensive for that quality. Highly recommend.

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  2. Carrie

    Essex1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing and so was the service. Couldn’t fault it one bit. Thanks again A*

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  3. Amanda

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for an afternoon tea with my Mum for a Mothers Dau treat. Food was lovely and lots of it. Took a couple of boxes of cakes home as we couldn't eat them all! Highly recommended 👌

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  4. Simon

    Essex3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food Good service I would definitely eat here again.

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  5. Debs

    Essex1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Superb food, friendly and helpful staff, will definitely be returning soon Highly recommend.

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  6. sarah

    Devon1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was brilliant really helpful friendly team who couldn’t be more helpful. Food was excellent and everyone in our party enjoyed every element of their meal. Very impressed with our evening meal that we booked for Sunday roast the next day which was equally as delicious. Can highly recommend The Old Siege House.

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  7. Salvatore

    Essex1 review

    4.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    I'm "sorry" to give them just a solid 4, because this place has all the potential to be exceptional or outstanding. First of all the food was excellent and probably this is a main aspect. Unfortunately I'm not used to find carpet in a restaurant but of course it's normal in Britain. Also I expected a tablecloth (not sure if the lack of it is normal or not); I don't find appropriate (or hygienic) to put napkin or cutlery directly on the table. The staff was apparently friendly and welcoming but they laughed when I didn't find my table after going to the toilet. This was embarassing. But actually I laughed with them. The bill was unexpectedly high. On the menu I read that 10% discretional service is applied to parties above 6 people, but I was just one and they applied it. Moreover the menu reads "sirloin or beef" and then "for beef there is a £3 surchage". I chose sirloin but they charged me the £3. I think it's not sufficiently clear. I asked an explanation but the manager (I guess) seemed quite annoyed by my request and also hurried so I payed and went away saying thanks. Anyway, it was my first Sunday Roast of my life and it was exceptional. Also the starter (French onion soup) was something unique. Also the wine was astonishing. For this I would choose it again and also recommend it.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Essex2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An excellent meal in a wonderful historical building. The service was brilliant, attentive and friendly. The menu had a good choice, enough to satisfy all in our party. Will definitely be visiting again in the near future.

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  9. Nick

    Essex1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’ve celebrated several occasions here now and the whole experience has always been faultless

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  10. Bonita

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We was a group of 4, it was very welcoming, we had to wait for our friends so she offered to sit us in the seating/lounge area and offered a drink, when we ordered food, the service was also good and polite, recommendation’s were offered to us whilst reading the menu. Food arrived with reasonable speed, didn’t feel like we was waiting, we wanted to go there because of the history of the building and the food was a bonus and so are the staff

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Google Map for The Old Siege House Bar & Brasserie

75 East St, Colchester, Essex CO1 2TS

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    East Street
  • Neighborhood
    Colchester
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Wed, Thu 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Bar Wed, Thu 12:00 pm–2:15 pm Wed, Thu 6:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Afternoon Tea Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 6:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    European, Afternoon Tea, Beer Garden
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    On local bus route 1 and 1A
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Darren Lisney
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    We can cater for outside events such as weddings, parties and celebrations from 50 people up to 300 and can create a menu for most budgets.<br />https://theoldsiegehousebarandbrasserie.co.uk/index.php/outside-catering
  • Private party facilities
    The whole venue can seat up to 160 people and is available for private hire.We can provide smaller areas for smaller groups and a private dining room for up to 18 people available on the 1st floor.There is a large bar lounge area ideal for drinks with friends or a drinks party.We have a lovely courtyard area available to hire weather permitting
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