You HAVE to try the banana bread and belgian waffles. I nearly missed these options as they’re listed under grains! My friend and I shared them - such generous portions. Sad that I don’t live closer to Chelmsford - I’d be there every day!
Nick Suters
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February 08, 2025
My 7 year olds favourite place to go in Chelmsford.
He enjoys the waffle, bacon and maple syrup - which isn’t actually on the menu but the staff always offer to do it for him, which is super cool.
I had the small breakfast in this occasion and it was very tasty. The big stand out was the sausage which was rich and flavoursome.
Staff were fun and welcoming which is always the case and we had a really pleasant time Saturday morning.
Will be back no problem.
Ben Brophy
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April 02, 2025
Another brilliant evening in at Acanteen - thank you. Heading over to somewhere like Chelmsford is a rare occassion for me & my friends who normally frequent restaurants, bars & clubs in London, Leeds & Manchester.
However, now for the second time we've had a perfect evening enjoying early evening food & drinks at Acanteen. A brilliant setting, in the centre of town but on a nice, quiet side street adjacent to the canal.
Jamie (aka Jimpster) is the husband of the owner Emma. He is one of the UK's (& world's) top Deep House producer / DJ's and it was predominantly for his monthly night that we travelled across (from South London & St Albans respectively). They had Chicago House Pioneer Lil' Louis playing last Friday - and it was superb.
As many of the Chelmsford music heads said to me '10 years ago we would never had DJ's like this playing in Chelmsford!'
It's thanks to Emma, Jamie & team that they are able to pull so many top level acts & artists to the city
It was a brilliant night - music, sound, lighting, crowd, ambiance & drinks.
When we return in a couple of months we will book a hotel & come back for brunch before departing.
A lovely space that is helping establish Chelmsford on the wider map with many people such as myself - with great service, a good menu with tasty food, top drinks selection & some cracking music.
Thank you Acanteen team. Appreciated!
Paul Ellis
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April 13, 2025
The food was very good, I had the lunch time food and drink so the portion was on the smaller side as is the norm for this sort of thing. If you are hungry I would recommend ordering off the normal menu. We had a large group but didn't have to wait long to be served and the food was quick enough.
Aaron (Aaron)
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July 16, 2024
Acanteen offers a delightful breakfast experience with a menu that caters to all preferences, including plenty of vegetarian options. The staff are friendly and accommodating, readily making any changes to your order. Despite being consistently busy, the bustling atmosphere is a testament to its popularity and quality. The drinks are fantastic, adding to the overall great dining experience. Whether you're a regular or a first-time visitor, Acanteen's welcoming vibe and varied menu make it a top choice for breakfast. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a vibrant and delicious meal to start their day.
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You HAVE to try the banana bread and belgian waffles. I nearly missed these options as they’re listed under grains! My friend and I shared them - such generous portions. Sad that I don’t live closer to Chelmsford - I’d be there every day!
My 7 year olds favourite place to go in Chelmsford. He enjoys the waffle, bacon and maple syrup - which isn’t actually on the menu but the staff always offer to do it for him, which is super cool. I had the small breakfast in this occasion and it was very tasty. The big stand out was the sausage which was rich and flavoursome. Staff were fun and welcoming which is always the case and we had a really pleasant time Saturday morning. Will be back no problem.
Another brilliant evening in at Acanteen - thank you. Heading over to somewhere like Chelmsford is a rare occassion for me & my friends who normally frequent restaurants, bars & clubs in London, Leeds & Manchester. However, now for the second time we've had a perfect evening enjoying early evening food & drinks at Acanteen. A brilliant setting, in the centre of town but on a nice, quiet side street adjacent to the canal. Jamie (aka Jimpster) is the husband of the owner Emma. He is one of the UK's (& world's) top Deep House producer / DJ's and it was predominantly for his monthly night that we travelled across (from South London & St Albans respectively). They had Chicago House Pioneer Lil' Louis playing last Friday - and it was superb. As many of the Chelmsford music heads said to me '10 years ago we would never had DJ's like this playing in Chelmsford!' It's thanks to Emma, Jamie & team that they are able to pull so many top level acts & artists to the city It was a brilliant night - music, sound, lighting, crowd, ambiance & drinks. When we return in a couple of months we will book a hotel & come back for brunch before departing. A lovely space that is helping establish Chelmsford on the wider map with many people such as myself - with great service, a good menu with tasty food, top drinks selection & some cracking music. Thank you Acanteen team. Appreciated!
The food was very good, I had the lunch time food and drink so the portion was on the smaller side as is the norm for this sort of thing. If you are hungry I would recommend ordering off the normal menu. We had a large group but didn't have to wait long to be served and the food was quick enough.
Acanteen offers a delightful breakfast experience with a menu that caters to all preferences, including plenty of vegetarian options. The staff are friendly and accommodating, readily making any changes to your order. Despite being consistently busy, the bustling atmosphere is a testament to its popularity and quality. The drinks are fantastic, adding to the overall great dining experience. Whether you're a regular or a first-time visitor, Acanteen's welcoming vibe and varied menu make it a top choice for breakfast. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a vibrant and delicious meal to start their day.