Set right in the heart of rural Essex, our warm and welcoming restaurant is perfect when you’re looking for great places to eat in Braintree. From our friendly front of house team to our hard-working chefs, we’re passionate about making every visit a meal to remember – we have over 150 years’ experience between us, so you’ll be in good hands! Our Mulberry Tree team have supported many local charities over the years, too, and we love being active members of our community.
Our location
You’ll love the location of our Mulberry Tree Brewers Fayre when you’re looking for family restaurants near Braintree. Since 1996, we’ve been serving up fantastic meals and memories just a 15-minute walk away from Braintree Village – ideal if you feel like shopping in Essex before joining us – and only a short drive away from other family attractions in Braintree, too!
Why we love Braintree
There’s something for everyone to enjoy when you’re visiting Braintree. Whether you’re bargain-hunting at Braintree Village shopping centre, visiting historic sites in Essex like Grange Barn, or enjoying family activities at Great Notley Country Park and the Sky Ropes Adventure, our great-value restaurant is close to all the best things to do in Essex.
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It's not fine dining (obviously), but it is a safe bet for families with young kids that'll likely spend their time running around in the soft play area anyway. On the whole the food is pretty decent for what you're paying (especially if you have a voucher), and the unlimited refills on soft drinks is a winner. The last couple of times I've visited they have been rather stingy with the portions of fries though.
Enjoyed my visit - Friendly staff, clean environment, cheap but good food. Impressed by the carvery - food was fresh and replaced when running low. Dairy and soya free chocolate torte was great.
Okay, the platter starter was lovely, however the chicken fajita burger was nothing like on the menu, it was tough, burnt, bland and served with half an advocado on the top, not chopped or nothing. I have worked in catering and presentation and taste is so important. I love food and very rarely leave anything but left the chicken after giving up trying to force my knife in. I am disappointed.
Nice food reasonably priced, typical pub style. Had to go back to get the desserts as they were forgotten. You're left to it style of running. Soft play to keep the kids busy one end of the restaurant whilst the parents enjoy a pint. Nice way to keep them happy.
Food is reasonable value and was served hot. Kids meals are a decent size for an older child. Soft play area would benefit from some investment but it gives the kids something to do and a safe place to burn off some of their never ending energy. Very good with allergies. Sometimes the queue to order is pretty long with only two tills but staff are friendly and professional. Unlimited soft drink refills and an accessible water and ice machine are a bonus, especially when the kids are getting hot playing, either indoors or in the outside area in better weather. Perfect for families.
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Braintree, Essex, CM77