The Lion in Braintree

We love this pub, always very friendly and reasonably priced. We love the pizzas that they do as well.

Lovely pizza! Welcoming pub, good real ale

Dropped by during a tour around Essex villages and was greeted warmly by Jacqui and her excellent team. Spent a relaxed, enjoyable evening sampling their fantastic pizzas and friendly atmosphere. They even have a cute dog - what more can you ask? Hope to visit again sometime! Recommended.

Amazing. An old-school cosy pub vibe with delicious pizzas. The base is super thin and crispy, and the toppings are generous. It comes highly recommended.

Great pub, lovely place to eat or drink, warm atmosphere with lovely decor, staff ever so nice and friendly, recommend this place highly

Great pub and garden. Lovely welcome and service and fantastic pizzas.

What a fabulous place, didnt have to book and the six of us had the wood fired pizzas and sampled the great selection of real ales on offer. The staff were suberb and catered for our every need. Will be visiting again very soon.Briskit on pizza ! Amazing ! Dog friendly too !

Lovely pub. Disappointing menu only serving pizza. Not even side salad or chips. Pizza choices 'unique' smoked meat overpowering. However the pub is beautiful. Full of character and lovely log burner. Would happily recommend for a drink

What a wonderful little pub! Such a traditional English pub experience without being over-bearing.Rumour had it, their Pizzas are the business, so we headed up and enjoyed a selection. Well the rumour was accurate, they're really very good - quirky topping selections but it really works.My favourite was probably the Heaty Meaty - really rich. That said, best to avoid the heaty meaty if you have any important meetings the day after, don't say I didn't warn you.

We stayed the night at The Finchingield Lion for a family birthday celebration - and we were so glad to have found it. It's an absolute gem. Gorgeous interiors, wonderful atmosphere, incredibly friendly staff, cosy rooms with very comfy beds - and a seriously delicious pizza menu, with brilliant vegan options. The location is second to none too. We'll definitely be back and we would definitely, definitely recommend this very lovely country pub!