A friendly and reliably-tasty option for lunch or dinner in Ely. The King's Arms has a varied menu of pub classics (think fish and chips, pie of the day, burger...) and has very regular live music events (mostly soul, motown and rock). I went with the scampi, and my companion went with the cottage cheese tart (both pictured). The scampi was cooked just right, the tartar sauce was really nice and the chips, while a little big for my personal liking, were also not bad at all. The tart was apparently very nice. The service is very attentive and friendly, and the decor is comfortable (though there seems to be works going on in the back bar area right now). There's also a little car park (pictured) if that's needed.
Popped in yesterday whilst waiting for a train and I’ve got to say it’s one of the nicest and friendliest pubs I’ve been to. My first time visiting Ely and I’ll probably back a few more times for a pint here!
Great place to visit - very friendly atmosphere and great to have free parking just around the corner.
Good pub I was in Ely for the weekend and went in on a Friday and they had a dj on so I went back in on sat I liked it
Nice small pub just a street away from Barton Road car park as you make your way on foot to the centre of Ely.
It looks old and rustic but upon closer examination has recently been refurbished but very well done. Very clean
The drinks are reasonably priced and the eatery towards the rear was popular but we didnt eat.
We would happily visit again should we go to Ely in the summer
I would have given 5 stars but the price of the pool table has been increased, £1 a game and as the table is normally available i can't understand why??.
The pub staffs are a brilliant bunch, always smiling and friendly. The pub hosts a northern soul night Saturdays which is a first within the county and it brings dance steps and moves to the floor like I've never seen. The music on this nights are really good if you're into northern soul then you'll understand but if you're not just like me the tracks will keep you shaking that body. The restroom is good sized, clean I think. The pub has a contemporary feel to the decoration.
We had a great meal. Good portion size and well cooked. The only downside was my son ordered mac cheese and it was not cheesy at all, was more like a white parsley sauce and quite gelatinous looking. Owner was great and took it off the bill.
Had a nice drink here in their lovely beer garden with views of the cathedral. The beer was excellent value and the staff were friendly. I will definitely return! Highly recommended!
Just popped in to watch the footie, very friendly pub, great crowd, lovely bar staff, and the toilets smell of vanilla! Probably the best smelling loo I've been in haha! 😂
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