About
The Poacher in Cambridge's charming village of Elsworth is a delightful spot where casual meets cozy. With an impressive Google rating of 4.6, this place offers an excellent and varied menu at a surprisingly affordable price point. Perfect for meeting up with friends or enjoying a solo dining experience, the atmosphere is welcoming and the service, warm and attentive. Indulge in generous portions of savory dishes while sipping on a selection of beer, wine, or spirits. Reservations ensure a smooth experience whether you prefer the comfy indoor seating or wish to unwind in the lovely beer garden. A highly recommended spot for those seeking quality without breaking the bank.
Price
Services
Reservations available, Outdoor seating, Dine-in
Offering
Serving alcohol, Serving beer, Serving wine, Serving food, Serving food at bar
Payment
Payment by credit card, Payment by debit card, NFC payment
Atmosphere
Casual, Cozy
Best for
Meet up with friends, Solo dining
- $$$$ 20 - 30 GBP
- Delivery
- Takeaway
- Reservations available
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
- Serving alcohol
- Serving beer
- Serving wine
- Serving food
- Serving food at bar
- Payment by credit card
- Payment by debit card
- NFC payment
- Casual
- Cozy
- Meet up with friends
- Solo dining
- On-street parking
- Free parking
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible toilet
- Kid-friendly
- Pets allowed
- Toilet
- Popular with tourists
How to get here?
The nearest public transport options for your convenience.
Reviews and Ratings
Write a review
- Food: 5
- Service: 4
- Atmosphere: 3
Nice pub, good food.

- Food: 5
- Service: 5
- Atmosphere: 5
Very well looked after. Wonderful meal and evening. Food was excellent.

- Food: 5
- Service: 5
- Atmosphere: 5
Very welcoming owner and great food with generous portion sizes. Great stop and will definitely be coming back :) Highly recommend if you fancy traditional pub grub done well.
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