Bar · Cambridge
The Eagle
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- Price
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- Where
- Cambridge
Open every day; on Sundays food is served from 12:00 to 21:00 · book online
What is it?
A listed 17th-century pub opposite St Bene't's church, the oldest building in the county. It is famous because it was here, in 1953, that Francis Crick and James Watson announced that they had discovered the double-helix structure of DNA; a plaque commemorates it.
What do you eat?
Pub cooking, no surprises: pies, meats, fish and chips and small plates to share, and a roast on Sunday. It opens every day from midday; the kitchen closes at 22:00, and on Sunday at 21:00. It has a courtyard terrace and wheelchair access.
How does it fit into the day?
It is two minutes from King's Parade and King's College Chapel, so it is the natural place for lunch between the chapel and the punt. At weekend lunchtimes it fills up: book on its website or arrive before half past twelve.
What to order: a pie or fish and chips, and a pint in the courtyard if the weather is good.
Practical details
- Phone
- +44 1223 505020
- [email protected]
- Opening hours
- Mon–Wed11:30–23:00
- Thu–Sat11:00–00:00
- Sun12:00–22:30
- Cuisine
- British, pub
House specialities
- Pies
- Fish and chips
- Sunday roast
Tips
- Go on a weekday at lunchtime At the weekend it fills with visitors; on weekdays, with university people.
- Look for the DNA plaque It commemorates Crick and Watson's announcement in 1953.
Frequently asked questions
Is it open on Sundays?
Yes, from 12:00 to 22:30, with the kitchen until 21:00.
Can you go with children?
Yes, it is a pub with food, with a courtyard terrace.
Do you need to book?
It is not compulsory, but it is wise at weekend lunchtimes.
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