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Orange Tree

📍 0.1 miles from Cressing Road Stadium

About this Pub

Orange Tree
The Orange Tree is a popular pre-match venue for both home and away supporters due to its proximity to Braintree Town's Cressing Road Stadium, located just a short walk away. The pub offers a welcoming atmosphere for all fans, with live football broadcasts on Sky Sports and TNT Sports, ensuring fans can catch all the action before heading to the match. Additionally, the pub serves a diverse menu, including traditional pub classics and vegan options, catering to various dietary preferences. The establishment also provides a selection of regular ales, such as Greene King IPA and Morland Old Speckled Hen, enhancing the matchday experience for fans.

Why it's great for Matchdays

The Orange Tree is a popular pre-match venue for both home and away supporters due to its proximity to Braintree Town's Cressing Road Stadium, located just a short walk away. The pub offers a welcoming atmosphere for all fans, with live football broadcasts on Sky Sports and TNT Sports, ensuring fans can catch all the action before heading to the match. Additionally, the pub serves a diverse menu, including traditional pub classics and vegan options, catering to various dietary preferences. The establishment also provides a selection of regular ales, such as Greene King IPA and Morland Old Speckled Hen, enhancing the matchday experience for fans.

Venue Details

Overall Rating
4.2
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Based on 488 Google Reviews
Opening Hours
  • monday12–11 PM
  • tuesday12–11 PM
  • wednesday12–11 PM
  • thursday12–11 PM
  • friday12 PM–12 AM
  • saturday12 PM–12 AM
  • sunday12–10 PM
Address
Cressing Rd, Braintree, CM7 3PH, United Kingdom
Phone
+44 1376 344013

Matchday Vibe

Outdoor seatingOnsite servicesTakeoutDine-inBar gamesGreat beer selectionGreat wine listKaraokeLive performancesSportsTrivia nightCasualTrendyDogs allowed

Matchday Menu

Last updated from Google: June 15, 2026

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Beer Food

Cheesy Topped Nachos SharerCrispy tortilla chips topped with nacho cheese sauce, melted cheese, salsa, sour cream and fiery jalapeños
£4.99
Ultimate SharerLouisiana-style chicken strips, breaded garlic mushrooms, onion rings‡, chicken wings, garlic bread and chilli cheese poppers. Served with BBQ and sweet chilli sauce
£10.99
1kg Chicken Wings
£8.29
2kg Chicken Wings
£13.49
Quick Eat - Crispy Louisiana Style Chicken Strips
£5.29
Quick Eat - Chicken Wings
£5.29
Quick Eat - Chicken Nuggets
£5.29
Quick Eat - Chilli Cheese Poppers
£5.29
Quick Eat - Breaded Garlic Mushrooms
£5.29
Garlic Bread
£2.99
Garlic Bread with Cheese
£3.49
Quick Eat - Topped Chips Hunter'sSmoked streaky bacon, melted cheese and BBQ sauce.
£3.79
Quick Eat - Topped Chips CurriedChip shop curry sauce and a spicy herb garnish
£3.29
Quick Eat - Topped Chips BBQ Burnt EndsWith mustard mayo.
£3.79
Quick Eat - Topped Chips Hot DogChopped pork sausage, fried onions, ketchup and mustard mayo.
£3.79

Rolls

Our Epic Chip ButtyChips topped with cheese and gravy in a soft roll. Served with a pot of extra gravy for dipping.
£5.79
Hunters Chicken SandwichSliced roast chicken fillet, smoked streaky bacon, melted cheese and BBQ sauce served with salad leaves and mayo in a soft roll..
£5.79
Cheese & Caramelised Red Onion SandwichServed with salad leaves and mayo in a soft roll.
£5.29
Fish Finger Sandwich †Served with salad leaves and tartare sauce in a soft roll.
£5.49
Southern Fried Chicken SandwichServed with salad leaves, garlic & herb mayo and sweet chilli sauce in a soft roll with an extra pot of sweet chilli sauce
£5.79

Kebabs

Grilled Halloumi KebabFlatbread filled with garlic & herb mayo, salad leaves, chips, grilled halloumi with a spicy herb garnish
£6.29
Mango Chilli Chicken KebabFlatbread filled with garlic & herb mayo, salad leaves, chips, mango chilli chicken with a spicy herb garnish
£6.29
Louisiana Style Chicken Strips KebabFlatbread filled with garlic & herb mayo, salad leaves, chips, louisiana-style chicken strips with a spicy herb garnish
£6.29

Pub Classics

Hunter's ChickenRoast chicken fillets topped with smoked streaky bacon, melted cheese and BBQ sauce. Served with chips, three onion rings‡ and coleslaw.
£8.49
Chicken & Bacon SaladDressed salad leaves, red pepper, red onion, tomato wedges and slices of cucumber topped with sliced chicken fillets and smoked streaky bacon.
£7.99
Chicken TikkaIn a medium spiced masala sauce served with rice, poppadoms and mango chutney
£8.49
Katsu ChickenLouisiana-style chicken strips with chip shop curry sauce, rice, chips and a spicy herb garnish.
£8.79
Beef LasagneMinced beef in Italian red wine layered between pasta sheets. Served with garlic bread and our dressed side salad.
£7.79
Beef Lasagne - Under 600 KcalWhen you swap your garlic bread for a larger salad.
£7.79
Mac 'N' CheeseWith garlic bread and our dressed side salad.
£7.79
Mac 'N' Cheese - Under 600 KcalWhen you swap your garlic bread for a larger salad.
£7.79
Gammon & EggsTwo 4oz* gammon steaks served with two free range fried eggs, half a grilled tomato, chips and peas.
£8.49
All Day BreakfastTwo rashers of bacon, two pork sausages, two free range fried eggs, chips, half a grilled tomato and baked beans with your choice of white or brown toasted bloomer bread and butter.
£7.99
Smothered Quorn FilletsVegan option available
£8.49
Smothered Quorn FilletsTwo Quorn™ buttermilk-style fillets topped with melted cheese and BBQ sauce. Served with chips and peas.
£8.49
Vegan Fish and ChipsGolden-battered, soya protein fillets. Served with oven-baked chips, ketchup, and your choice of peas or mushy peas.
£8.49
Whitby Scampi & Chips †With chips, tartare sauce and your choice of peas or mushy peas.
£8.79
Scampi † - Under 600 KcalWhen you swap your sides for our dressed salad
£8.79
Hand-Battered Fish & Chips †With chips, tartare sauce and your choice of peas or mushy peas.
£8.79

Pub Legends

Corned Beef Hash PieA giant slice of shortcrust pastry filled with tasty chunks of corned beef, mixed with roasted onion & potato and brown sauce. Served with peas, gravy and your choice of chips or mash.
£8.99
Cheese & Potato PieA giant slice of shortcrust pastry filled with a mature Cheddar sauce, mixed with roasted onion & potato and topped with a sprinkle of Red Leicester cheese. Served with peas, gravy and your choice of chips or mash.
£8.79
Steak & Ale PieA giant slice of shortcrust pastry filled with slow-cooked British beef in Ruddles Ale gravy. Served with peas, beef dripping gravy and your choice of chips or mash.
£9.29
Cumberland Curl Sausage and MashTwo Cumberland sausage curls served in a giant Yorkshire pudding with mash, peas and onion gravy.
£9.99
Chip Shop Platter †Hand-battered fish, Whitby scampi and a battered sausage served with chips, tartare sauce, chip shop curry sauce and your choice of peas or mushy peas.
£10.79

Chick 'N' Mix

Chick 'n' Mix
£8.79

Steak House

8oz SirloinPrime cut seasoned steaks, served with half a grilled tomato, chips, peas and onion rings‡. Cooked the way you like it!
£11.49
8oz Sirloin with SaladWhen you swap your sides for our dressed salad.
£11.49
8oz RumpPrime cut seasoned steaks, served with half a grilled tomato, chips, peas and onion rings‡. Cooked the way you like it!
£9.49
8oz Rump with SaladWhen you swap your sides for our dressed salad.
£9.49
Steak Topper - Two Free Range Fried Eggs
£1.00
Steak Topper - Whitby Scampi †
£1.00
Steak Topper - Hunter'sSmoked streaky bacon, melted cheese and BBQ sauce.
£1.00
BBQ Sauce - Steak Sauce
£1.00
Pir Piri Sauce - Steak Sauce
£1.00
Peppercorn Sauce - Steak Sauce
£1.00
Diane Sauce - Steak Sauce
£1.00
Beef Dripping Gravy - Steak Sauce
£1.00

Burgers

Build Your Own BurgerAll served in a bun with mayo, baby gem lettuce and red onion. With fries, three onion rings‡ and a pot of ketchup.
Build Your Own BurgerAll served in a bun with mayo, baby gem lettuce and red onion. With fries, three onion rings‡ and a pot of ketchup.

Sides

Seasoned Fries
£2.79
Chips
£2.79
Cheesy Chips
£3.29
Onion Rings
£1.79
Bloomer Bread & Butter
£1.19
Garlic Bread
£2.99
Garlic Bread with Cheese
£3.49
Mac 'N' Cheese
£2.79
Grilled Halloumi
£2.00
Our Dressed Side Salad
£0.99
Corn On The Cob
£1.19
Coleslaw
£1.49
Naan Bread
£1.00
Three Onion Bhaji
£1.49
Chip Shop Curry Sauce
£1.00

Desserts

Jam and Coconut SpongeA vanilla sponge topped with raspberry jam and finished with desiccated coconut. Served with custard or vanilla flavour ice cream
£3.99
Jam and Coconut SpongeVegan option available
£3.99
Lotus Biscoff CheesecakeCrushed caramelised Biscoff® biscuits topped with a vanilla cheesecake filling, Biscoff® spread and Biscoff® crumb. Served with vanilla flavour ice cream and a strawberry.
£4.49
Chocolate Fudge CakeServed warm with chocolate flavour sauce and vanilla or chocolate flavour ice cream.
£4.29
Bramley Apple PieA giant slice of sweet shortcrust pastry filled with diced Bramley apple and topped with a sugar crust. Served with custard or vanilla flavour ice cream.
£3.99
Bramley Apple PieVegan option available
£3.99

Recent Fan Reviews

Erimita S
Erimita S8 months ago
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Came for lunch today food was amazing quick service had salad and it was really good, Shanice served me polite asked for if I had any allergies she was cleaning all the fridges hard working girl will recommend this pub to all my friends thank you for having me

jessica jane
jessica jane3 months ago
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Amazing place to have family time. The food is amazing been coming here for 5 years now never has changed. The staff are nice and the service is quick dont wait long for your food

Antony Spaul
Antony Spaul2 months ago
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If you’re looking for a pub that absolutely nails the full experience, The Orange Tree is a standout. From the moment you walk in, there’s a warm, welcoming atmosphere that instantly makes you feel at home. The staff are genuinely attentive without being overbearing—friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about what they do. The food is where this place really shines. Every dish feels thoughtfully prepared, with fresh ingredients and bold flavors that go beyond typical pub fare. Whether you’re stopping by for a hearty meal or just a quick bite, you can expect quality that consistently impresses. And then there are the drinks—an excellent selection across the board. From perfectly poured pints to well-crafted cocktails and a solid wine list, there’s something for everyone. It’s the kind of place where you come for one and end up happily staying for several. All in all, The Orange Tree delivers on every front: great service, fantastic food, and top-tier drinks. It’s the kind of pub you’ll want to return to again and again.

Gemma March
Gemma March3 months ago
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Had a great night for my sons 18th birthday. Amazing food with great service. Staff are amazing and very welcoming, would definitely recommend 5*

Alex Burchell
Alex Burchell5 months ago
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Typical pub grub. Nothing exceptional, but there's nothing wrong with that. Service was great- Friendly and helpful. Ordered on the app, and the food arrived hot and as ordered, preceded immediately by the drinks. Perfect. Portion sizes were generous and the food was tasty. Value for money was exceptional. £20 for two mains inc. 2 drinks.

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