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MillWorks

4.6
·491k reviews·,

A historic mill on the River Cam offering modern British cuisine and a unique atmosphere with beautiful riverside views.

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MillWorks

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Must-see attractions

A historic mill on the River Cam offering modern British cuisine and a unique atmosphere with beautiful riverside views.

4.6
(491k reviews)

"A unique dining experience in a stunning location with delicious food and excellent service."

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Book Ahead

Make reservations in advance, especially for weekends or special occasions, to secure your spot.

Try the Specials

Popular dishes like slow-cooked beef short rib or the pie of the day are highly recommended.

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Quick Facts

Open·Closes 9PM

Cuisine

Modern British

Price

Mid-range

Phone

+44 1223 367507

Address

The Watermill, Newnham Rd, Cambridge CB3 9EY, United Kingdom

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Historic Mill Ambiance

Historic Mill Ambiance

Dine in a beautifully restored mill with a working watermill, exposed brick, and stylish decor, offering a unique atmosphere.

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Riverside Dining

Riverside Dining

Enjoy scenic views of the River Cam and Mill Pond from the waterside terrace, perfect for a relaxing meal.

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Charcoal Oven Specialties

Charcoal Oven Specialties

Savor thoughtfully sourced meals, with many dishes enhanced by a unique smoky flavor from the charcoal oven.

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Book Ahead

Make reservations in advance, especially for weekends or special occasions, to secure your spot.

Try the Specials

Popular dishes like slow-cooked beef short rib or the pie of the day are highly recommended.

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Lunch Set Menu Value

Visit during lunch hours for excellent value with their set menu options.

Explore Nearby

Combine your meal with a visit to the nearby Lammas Land Playground for family fun.

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from all over the internet

Book Ahead

Make reservations in advance, especially for weekends or special occasions, to secure your spot.

Try the Specials

Popular dishes like slow-cooked beef short rib or the pie of the day are highly recommended.

Lunch Set Menu Value

Visit during lunch hours for excellent value with their set menu options.

Explore Nearby

Combine your meal with a visit to the nearby Lammas Land Playground for family fun.

Savor the Beer

Explore a great selection of beers, including those from the in-house brewery.

What Travellers Say

4.6
(491k reviews)

Reviews Summary

MillWorks is celebrated for its unique historic mill setting and picturesque riverside location, offering delicious modern British cuisine. Diners frequently praise the quality of the food, especially the steaks and ribs, and the attentive service. While the atmosphere and food are largely lauded, some mention the automatically added service charge as a minor point of consideration.

"A unique dining experience in a stunning location.

The pub is on the canal at the edge of a park and has a large wooden mill wheel still in operation.

The food is gastropub / restaurant level quality and frankly delicious.

Looking forward to returning for a Sunday roast, or dinner a
Rather than just lunch."

Petrut I

"Dining Club Meal Friday 25 April 2025
The Father and Daughter hosted this Dining Club Meal, as they had eaten here before, and my sister and myself came here for the first time, we knew where the venue was.
When we arrived, (we were late, and it was my fault) we saw our hosts already seated, and waiting for the guests to arrive, we looked at the Drinks Menu, and ordered our drinks, three ginger beers, for the Father, my sister and myself, and a Diet Coke for the Daughter, and afterwards we ordered our Starters.
My sister, myself, and the Daughter had buttermilk Crispy Squid with confit garlic and lemon mayo, and the Father had Mint and Pea Soup.
For the Mains my sister, myself, and the Daughter had lemon sole with new potatoes, seasonal greens, and caviar lemon butter sauce, and the Father had roasted lamb rump, with pea puree, dauphinoise potatoes, spring greens, leeks and peas, with more drinks, three bottles of ginger beer, for myself and the Father, and two glasses of Alcohol free Guiness for my sister and the Daughter.
For the Dessert, I had two scoops of Vanilla Ice Cream, and my sister, and the Daughter had Apple and Rhubarb Crumble in a Yorkshire Pudding with ginger ice cream, and the Father had
Passion fruit Tart, with mango gel and prosecco sorbet.

Both the food and the service were very good, I have to mention the waitress Eleonora from Argentina, and the waiter Alec, and we would come back here again, recommended."

Samuel Miller

"We managed to get a last minute reservation for Saturday evening and it did not disappoint. My girlfriend and I were very pleased with our meals, the steak was tender and cooked to our liking and the seafood cavatteli was lovely. The service was very good and we would highly recommend."

Dan Smith

What People Like

Historic mill ambiance and riverside views
Delicious modern British cuisine
Attentive and friendly service

What People Dislike

Automatically added service charge

Frequently Asked Questions

MillWorks offers a unique ambiance within a historic mill, featuring exposed brick, stylish decor, and riverside views.

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Yes, MillWorks is noted for being child-friendly with a dedicated children's menu and coloring activities.

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It is highly recommended to make reservations, especially for weekend visits or special occasions, to ensure a table.

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Popular choices include the slow-cooked beef short rib, pie of the day, and various dishes cooked on the charcoal grill.

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Yes, MillWorks features a waterside terrace with outdoor seating, offering beautiful views.

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Yes, MillWorks is recognized as a gluten-free friendly restaurant.

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Yes, MillWorks has a great selection of beers, including those from their own brewery.

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