3 Best Pubs in Colchester, UK

“Three Wise Monkeys has an exquisite range of drink varieties on its menu, which includes ales, wines, beers, whisky, cocktails and more attractive prices. This funky pub has outdoor seating, craft beers, and hearty plates, including American classics. Their menus are carefully created with produce from premium local suppliers, including homemade sauces infused with their own Other Monkey Brewing beer. The pub also provides a special menu with a wide selection of vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free alternative dishes. Their iconic function room is on the top floor of Three Wise Monkeys Colchester. The pub is the perfect place for live music, club nights, comedy, spoken word and everything in between. Join them on the ground floor every Tuesday at 8 pm for the Three Wise Monkey Open Mic Night, hosted by Polly Haynes. Three Wise Monkeys in Colchester is a multi-faceted venue with four floors.

“The Rovers Tye is a proud partner of the Greene King pub franchise and is a traditional British pub showing sports on TV, with a familiar menu of grills and global comfort food. The pub offers steaks, burgers and challenges fresh from the fire. The Rovers Tye has an extensive range of drink varieties on its menu, which includes rums, wines, beers, whisky and more at reasonable prices. The pub's first floor houses a spacious public bar and kitchen, and the ground floor is a large tap house serving a huge range of quality beers from both keg and cask. The Rovers Tye offers a friendly and welcoming pub, ideal whether you plan to attend for food or a drink with friends. They show all the big games, with BT Sport and Sky Sports available. You can gift a cold pint on a hot day, a family catch-up, the perfect spot to watch the winning goal, and more with a Greene King gift card. Dine-in, outdoor seating and takeout are also available.

“The Playhouse is a brightly painted pub in the unusual setting of a converted red brick theatre building. The pub offers a range of real ales, craft beers and freshly ground Lavazza coffee. Their menus offer something for every taste, with a strong focus on quality. The Playhouse-JD Wetherspoon are committed to sourcing the best ingredients and providing a mix of traditional British meals, including regional dishes and popular and innovative international options. The Playhouse is open for breakfast until noon and has a range of tea, coffee, and hot chocolate drinks. You can enjoy free coffee, tea and hot chocolate refills at £1.56 or less. Enjoy lighter bites, deli deal options, vegetarian options, gourmet burgers, and freshly made pizzas for lunch and dinner. Table service is available via the Wetherspoon app, and unlimited free Wi-Fi is provided. This pub also has step-free access.