Half Moon - Braintree

I was looking for somewhere local for my wife and I to visit and have a couple of drinks. By total luck, my research found this wonderful pub. It, along with th... read more I was looking for somewhere local for my wife and I to visit and have a couple of drinks. By total luck, my research found this wonderful pub. It, along with the village it is in are the absolute quintessential country setting we dream of finding. There is an excellent selection of wines, beers and spirits to choose from. After making our choices, we could not ignore the great range of home cooked food on offer. We chose the cheeseboard to share and then a couple of deserts. The selection of cheese was not just out of the fridge and portions very generous. The wonderfully fresh and trimmed celery sticks along with ample bread and excellent biscuits made this a sumptuous feast which we both enjoyed. The apple and blueberry crumble along with the sticky toffee pudding were both a total delight. We will be back very soon to sample more of the great food on offer here. If you are looking for that chocolate box representation of a great English village pub with thatched roof and olde world interior, then pay the Half Moon a visit.

We were a party of four and our friends had booked a table for dinner. When they booked the member of staff had the courtesy and professionalism to advise that... read more We were a party of four and our friends had booked a table for dinner. When they booked the member of staff had the courtesy and professionalism to advise that there would be a large party of diners and that it would be best if we could dine early evening rather than a 7.30pm slot. The table was booked for 6.45pm. On arrival we were greeted by friendly staff and shown to our table. The menu is on a large chalkboard in the bar. We opted for the stuffed chicken x 2, and 2 x suet puddings. Delicious, wonderful favours and well presented. We managed a sticky toffee pudding, chocolate brownie and a scoop of stem ginger ice cream. Again couldn't fault these. Coffees were not great though and we did mention this to the staff, but I've still given a 5 star rating because everything else was perfect at this very quaint, cosy, traditional pub. Hoping to return again soon.

The food was good especially the blackberry and apple crumble, although it was slightly expensive. I had the house red to go with my meal. Service was as good a... read more The food was good especially the blackberry and apple crumble, although it was slightly expensive. I had the house red to go with my meal. Service was as good as it should be, however the table was badly positioned. We were a party of ten and not everybody could leave the table unless one or two people moved first. My conclusion this was an ok experience but there are several others I would choose first.

The food was nice but the service was appalling they forgot we ordered starters so they brought the mains out so when questioned about starters they said we cou... read more The food was nice but the service was appalling they forgot we ordered starters so they brought the mains out so when questioned about starters they said we could have the starters with the main meal they didnt bring over condiments over they didnt ask if the meal was ok half way through i thought it was all homecooked as stated but the mash potato was packet mash

This traditional English pub never fails. I have eaten the most delicious main course that I am sure Michelin star restaurants would be proud of! I have never b... read more This traditional English pub never fails. I have eaten the most delicious main course that I am sure Michelin star restaurants would be proud of! I have never been disappointed. Roll on the Christmas menu!