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Unknown Fans⭐ 4.4 (1256 Google Reviews)

The Purple Dog

📍 2.4 miles from JobServe Community Stadium

About this Pub

The Purple Dog
Handy for matchdays: it’s a town-centre pub close to Colchester Town railway station (listed as “Close to Railway Station”) and bus routes, so it’s easy to reach before and after games. The pub serves food every day with advertised meal times (lunchtime and evening), which suits pre-match meals or a bite after the final whistle. It’s also listed among Colchester pubs that show live football, so you can catch early or late kick-offs around your fixture.

Why it's great for Matchdays

Handy for matchdays: it’s a town-centre pub close to Colchester Town railway station (listed as “Close to Railway Station”) and bus routes, so it’s easy to reach before and after games. The pub serves food every day with advertised meal times (lunchtime and evening), which suits pre-match meals or a bite after the final whistle. It’s also listed among Colchester pubs that show live football, so you can catch early or late kick-offs around your fixture.

Venue Details

Overall Rating
4.4
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Based on 1256 Google Reviews
Opening Hours
  • monday11 AM–11 PM
  • tuesday11 AM–11 PM
  • wednesday11 AM–11 PM
  • thursday11 AM–11 PM
  • friday11 AM–1 AM
  • saturday10 AM–1 AM
  • sunday11 AM–11 PM
Address
42 Eld Ln, Colchester, CO1 1LS, United Kingdom
Phone
+44 1206 564995

Matchday Vibe

Outdoor seatingOnsite servicesDine-inGreat beer selectionGreat cocktailsGreat wine listLive musicLive performancesSportsCasualCozyTrendyDogs allowed

Matchday Menu

Last updated from Google: June 15, 2026

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SANDWICHES

PEPPERED BEEF BRISKET PASTRAMI CIABATTABeef brisket pastrami with a peppery kick, melted mozzarella & cheddar cheese, mild yellow mustard, pickled red onions, shredded lettuce & crispy onion bits
£9.95
SAUSAGE & ONION PANINITwo sliced & grilled locally produced pork sausages with grilled red onions & wholegrain mustard mayonnaise in a toasted panini
£7.95
BRIE & BACON PANINISliced melted French brie & crispy smoked bacon with chilli jam in a toasted panini
£8.95
STEAK CIABATTAGrilled seasoned minute steak strips sourced from our local butchers, fried red onions, wholegrain mustard mayonnaise & wild rocket in a toasted ciabatta
£9.95
CHICKEN, BACON & CHEESE PANINI MELTSliced chicken breast, crispy smoked bacon, melted mozzarella & cheddar cheese in a toasted panini
£8.95
TUNA PANINI MELTTuna mayonnaise with melted mozzarella & cheddar cheese, fresh red onion in a toasted panini
£7.95
HAM & CHEESE PANINIOur in-house marinated slow cooked honey & mustard ham with melted mozzarella & cheddar cheese, wholegrain mustard mayonnaise in a toasted panini
£6.95
POSH FISH FINGER SANDWICHCrispy battered cod goujons, wild rocket & tartare sauce in a toasted thick cut white loaf
£9.95

FLATBREAD & WRAPS

GRILLED LEBANESE FLATBREADGrilled sourdough flatbread topped with shredded lettuce, wild rocket, cucumber, fresh red onion, hot honey & drizzled with yoghurt & mint sauce. Choose from: Southern Fried Chicken Breast or Sliced grilled Halloumi Cheese (V)
£11.95
SOUTHERN FRIED CHICKEN MELT WRAPChicken breast strips coated in southern fried panko breadcrumbs with melted mozzarella & cheddar cheese, homemade coleslaw & smoky BBQ sauce
£8.95
QUESADILLAToasted folded tortilla wrap filled with grilled red onions & mixed peppers in a spicy seasoning with shredded lettuce, melted mozzarella & cheddar cheese. Choose from: Spiced Chicken Breast, Spiced Halloumi Cheese (V), or Peppered Beef Brisket Pastrami
£11.95
CAJUN GRILLED CHICKEN OR HALLOUMI WRAP (V)Grilled fresh chicken breast or halloumi, shredded lettuce, sliced tomato & mayonnaise
£7.95

BURGERS

THE PURPLE DOGBlack pepper seasoned burger, crispy smoked bacon, grilled red onions, melted mature cheddar cheese & wholegrain mustard mayonnaise. Served in a brioche bun with shredded lettuce, sliced tomato and a side of skin-on fries.
£14.95
THE AMERICAN SMASHTwo 3oz beef burgers layered with melted American cheese, gherkins & American burger sauce topped with crispy onion bits. Served in a brioche bun with shredded lettuce, sliced tomato and a side of skin-on fries.
£13.95
SPICY SMASH CRUNCHTwo 3oz beef burgers layered with melted American cheese, jalapenos, salted tortilla chips & spicy chipotle sauce. Served in a brioche bun with shredded lettuce, sliced tomato and a side of skin-on fries.
£14.95
THE FRENCHIEMelted French brie & crispy smoked bacon topped with chilli jam. Served in a brioche bun with shredded lettuce, sliced tomato and a side of skin-on fries.
£14.95
THE CHEESE & BACONMelted mature cheddar cheese & crispy smoked bacon. Served in a brioche bun with shredded lettuce, sliced tomato and a side of skin-on fries.
£13.95
THE SOUTHERN FRIEDChicken breast coated in our southern fried panko breadcrumbs, crispy smoked bacon, melted mature cheddar cheese & smoky BBQ sauce. Served in a brioche bun with shredded lettuce, sliced tomato and a side of skin-on fries.
£14.95
THE MOTHER CLUCKERFresh grilled chicken breast, melted mature cheddar cheese, mayonnaise with a choice of chilli jam or homemade coleslaw. Served in a brioche bun with shredded lettuce, sliced tomato and a side of skin-on fries.
£13.95
HALLOUMI BURGER (V)Crispy thick slice of halloumi cheese topped with homemade coleslaw, crispy onion bits, hot honey & mayonnaise. Served in a brioche bun with shredded lettuce, sliced tomato and a side of skin-on fries.
£13.95
VEGAN BUTTERMILK "CHICKEN" BURGER (VG)Crispy Quorn buttermilk "Chicken" burger served in a vegan bun & vegan mayonnaise with shredded lettuce, sliced tomato and a side of skin-on fries.
£12.95

SMALL PLATES

MAC & CHEESE CROQUETTES WITH BBQ OR HOT HONEY SAUCE
£5.95
SALT & PEPPER SQUID WITH SWEET CHILLI SAUCE
£7.95
HALLOUMI FRIES WITH CHILLI JAM
£6.95
HOT HONEY GRILLED HALLOUMI
£6.95
WHITEBAIT & TARTARE SAUCE
£5.95

PUB CLASSICS

ALL DAY BREAKFASTTwo rashers of smoked bacon, two locally produced pork sausages, two free-range fried eggs, two hash browns, baked beans & a toasted slice of thick cut white loaf with butter
£12.95
ALL DAY VEGETARIAN BREAKFASTTwo vegetarian sausages, two free-range fried eggs, two hash browns, baked beans, grilled tomato & a slice toasted slice of thick cut white loaf with butter
£11.95
HAND BATTERED COD & CHIPSAtlantic cod fillet in a crispy homemade beer batter made using Adnams ale, served with thick cut chips, garden peas, tartare sauce & a wedge of lemon
£15.95
TRIO OF SAUSAGES & MASHThree Procters' locally produced pork sausages, served on a bed of buttery mash potato, garden peas, topped with grilled red onions & homemade gravy (or swap for vegetarian sausages)
£13.95
STEAK & ALE PIEChunks of beef slow cooked until meltingly tender with diced onion and traditional ale encased in a shortcut pastry base and puff pastry lid served with thick cut chips or mash potato, garden peas & homemade gravy
£15.95
HAM, EGG & CHIPSOur in-house marinated, slow cooked honey & mustard ham, sliced & served with two free-range fried eggs & thick cut chips
£11.95
BEEF LASAGNETasty layers of pasta with beef bolognese in a creamy béchamel sauce, topped with melted mozzarella & cheddar cheese, served with a sliced garlic ciabatta bread
£14.95
SCAMPI & CHIPSBreaded wholetail scampi served with thick cut chips, garden peas, tartare sauce & a wedge of lemon
£13.95
CLASSIC HUNTERS CHICKENGrilled chicken breast topped with melted mature cheddar cheese, crispy smoked bacon, onion rings, smoky BBQ sauce served with thick cut chips, & a side salad drizzled with balsamic glaze
£15.95

LOADED FRIES & NACHOS

SMASHED BURGER LOADED FRIESBowl of seasoned skin-on fries loaded with a smashed beef burger, crispy smoked bacon, melted American cheese, pickled red onions, crispy onion bits & burger sauce
£10.95
HALLOUMI LOADED FRIESBowl of seasoned skin-on fries loaded with grilled halloumi chunks, grilled mixed peppers & red onion, crispy onion bits & a smoky BBQ sauce
£10.95
SMOKY BBQ CHICKEN & BACON LOADED FRIESBowl of seasoned skin-on fries loaded with melted mozzarella & cheddar cheese, sliced paprika spiced chicken breast, crispy smoked bacon & smothered in smoky BBQ sauce
£10.95
CLASSIC NACHOSSalted tortilla chips topped with melted mozzarella & cheddar cheese, tomato salsa, sour cream, guacamole & jalapenos. Add Cajun sliced chicken breast for £2 extra
£9.45

BUILD YOUR OWN

OMELETTE WITH THICK CUT CHIPS OR DRESSED SALADAdd from the following toppings (All £1.25 extra per item): MOZZARELLA & CHEDDAR CHEESE, RED ONION, MUSHROOMS, TOMATO, MIXED PEPPERS, SLICED HAM, CRISPY SMOKED BACON
£6.95
JACKET POTATO WITH BUTTER & DRESSED SALADAdd from the following toppings (All £1.25 extra per item): BAKED BEANS, MOZZARELLA & CHEDDAR CHEESE, COLESLAW, GRILLED MUSHROOMS. (All £2.25 extra per item): SLICED PLAIN OR CAJUN SPICED CHICKEN BREAST, TUNA MAYONNAISE, SLICED PORK SAUSAGE, CRISPY SMOKED BACON
£6.95

HOMEMADE SUNDAY ROASTS

MATURE TOPSIDE OF BEEF
SLICED CHICKEN BREAST
MIXED MEAT (CHICKEN & BEEF)
VEGETARIAN SAUSAGES

Recent Fan Reviews

Drew Kirkland-Crawford
Drew Kirkland-Crawford4 months ago
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There Purple Dog is a great, centrally located pub. Super friendly staff. The food was a step above regular pub grub. The burgers were great with fresh dressing and veg which were tasty in their own right. We are eating there again tomorrow, highly recommend.

Anna Plötz
Anna Plötz9 months ago
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Very atmospheric and well-kept place. We went there on a Friday evening and it wasn’t as busy as usual. Got a table very quick, drinks and atmosphere were good, food was quickly served and very tasty. Desert was also a fine little treat. Definitely worth a try.

Alex Stanford
Alex Stanford5 months ago
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Come here many times for a Roast Dinner and never been disappointed. Service is friendly and good paced and the portion sizes are good as well. We had a slight issue with the veg being missed off one plate but they have immediately prepared a brand new roast straight away. Always a good recommendation.

mark peters
mark peters3 months ago
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Day out in Colchester and this was my first call. Arrived at 11am just as it opened. Nice bright pub with friendly staff. Obviously had pick of tables so sat on a comfy chair to watch Winter Olympics.. Nice selection of ales and the Adnams Ghost Ship was in good condition. Nice beer garden, clean toilets and dog friendly.. A++

Sean Rogers
Sean Rogers5 months ago
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Very clean wine glass and friendly staff. Welcoming atmosphere to all.

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