What are the opening hours?

Tuesday 12pm - 3pm 5:30pm - 10pm Wednesday 12pm - 2:30pm 5:30pm - 11pm Thursday 12pm - 2:30pm 5:30pm - 11pm Friday 12pm - 2:30pm 5:30pm - 11pm Saturday 12pm - 11pm Sunday 12pm - 6pm

Olio at The Generals Arms

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Olio at The Generals Arms

Country pub/restaurant serving Mediterranean cuisine Olio Italian Restaurant Chelmsford is a family owned and run business.
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Independently operated by Gremi family who are here to offer you a warm welcome and relaxed dining experience. Olio Italian Restaurant is the place to go in Chelmsford for excellent traditional Italian food. Try our delicious pasta and our fresh salads. We see ourselves as a family restaurant. Whether you are a regular to Olio Italian Restaurant, or it’s your first visit, our staff will always make you feel right at home.

19/03/2026

🌿 BANK HOLIDAY MONDAY 🌿

Join us this Bank Holiday Monday, 6th April at The General Arms – Olio on the Ridge 🍻

✨ We’re OPEN ALL DAY
🕛 12PM – 11PM

🚫 Closed Tuesday

Whether you're joining us for drinks in the garden or a delicious meal, we’ve got you covered for the long weekend 🙌

📍 Little Baddow – Olio on the Ridge
📞 Call to book: 01245 222 069

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15/03/2026

🌸 Happy Mother’s Day! 🌸

To all the amazing moms out there, today is your day! 💖 Join us as we celebrate the incredible women who nurture, inspire, and fill our lives with love.

🌼✨ Let’s make this day unforgettable! Share your moments with us by tagging and using

13/03/2026

🍕 Sharing is caring!

Work meeting, casual catch-up, lunch or evening out — why not share and try more dishes together?
Our pizzas are available Tuesday to Saturday, lunch & evening, and you can order anything on the menu to share, so everyone gets to taste more than just their favourites.

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12/03/2026

🌸 MOTHER’S DAY 🌸

We will be open later this Sunday and we still have few last tables available from 7pm onwards.

Please call us to make a booking or just pop in for a drink to celebrate Mother’s Day.

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11/03/2026

Discover Olio on the Ridge… where authentic Italian flavours meet the charm of a traditional countryside pub.

Enjoy freshly prepared dishes including pasta, seafood and steak throughout the week.

On Sundays, settle in for our popular Sunday Roasts; tender meat, golden roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables and plenty of gravy!

The perfect place to relax, eat well and spend time with family and friends. 🍖🍻🍽️

10/01/2026

✨ Today’s Special ✨

Indulge in our exquisite Fresh Lobster Tagliatelle — silky ribbons of pasta tossed with succulent lobster, rich flavours, and a touch of elegance in every bite. 🦞🍝
One of our beautiful specials available today… and not to be missed.
Join us and treat yourself to something truly special.

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08/01/2026

💖 Mother’s Day at Olio on the Ridge 💖
Sunday 15th March 2026

This Mother’s Day, treat the most special woman in your life to a beautiful Sunday Roast at Olio on the Ridge, located at The General’s Arms, Little Baddow 🍽️✨

Our Mother’s Day menu is designed to celebrate mums the way they deserve — with delicious food, warm hospitality, and unforgettable moments shared around the table.
🌸 Tables are limited
📞 To book, please contact us on 01245 222069
💳 A deposit is required to secure your reservation
Who would you bring to celebrate? 💕
Tag your mum, your nan, or the amazing woman who means the world to you and join us for a truly special Sunday.

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03/01/2026

From everyone here at Olio on the Ridge, The General’s Arms in Little Baddow, we just want to say a huge thank you to everyone who supported us throughout the year. Your love, visits, kind words, and celebrations truly mean the world to us ❤️
We couldn’t have asked for a better way to finish off 2025 — what a fantastic end to the year! 🥂✨
A special thank you to for an incredible New Year’s Eve performance — you made the night unforgettable 🎶✨

Here’s to all the memories we’ve shared and to many more to come. We wish every one of you the very best 2026 — health, happiness, and plenty of reasons to celebrate 🍾

Thank you again for being part of our journey. Happy New Year to you all! 🥳🎆

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25/12/2025

Wishing all our valued customers a joyous and festive Christmas! May this season bring you happiness, warmth, and cherished moments with your loved ones. Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to serving you in the coming year. Happy Holidays!

12/12/2025

🎄✨ Festive Season Update! ✨🎄

We still have a few spaces left for our first sitting on Christmas Day at 12pm — don’t miss out on a cozy, delicious festive meal! 🍽️🎅

Plus, we’re open from 12pm on Christmas Eve and 12pm on Boxing Day. Whether you fancy a lovely meal or just a festive drink, come down and join us — we’d love to celebrate with you! 🍻✨

📍 The Ridge, Generals Arms Pub – Little Baddow

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07/12/2025

✨ Sunday Roast Season is ON! ✨
Our beautifully stuffed turkey — packed with rich, flavourful sausage meat — is now being served every Sunday right up until Christmas.

Think glorious roasties, perfectly seasoned veg, giant Yorkshire puddings, and the best homemade gravy… all crafted using the finest local produce. And of course, we’re serving the rest of our signature meats all season long.

Come join us, dig in, and make Sundays something special again. 🦃❤️

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07/11/2025

✨ Just fancy popping in for a light bite? ✨

You’re always welcome! 🥂 Whether it’s a quick catch-up, a relaxed business lunch, or simply a little time out — come and enjoy our cosy bar area.

Choose from our main à la carte menu, with a delicious mix of antipasti, pre-starters, and starters to share. Perfect for grazing and chatting the afternoon (or evening) away. 🍴💬

We also offer:
🌞 Set Lunch Menu — Tuesday to Friday
🌙 Set Evening Menu — Tuesday to Thursday

You’ll find all menus available on our website —
https://www.thegeneralsarms.co.uk/menus

pop in, get comfy, and let us look after you. ❤️

Address

Generals Arms, The Ridge
Little Baddow
CM34SX

Opening Hours

Tuesday	12pm - 3pm
	5:30pm - 10pm
Wednesday	12pm - 2:30pm
	5:30pm - 11pm
Thursday	12pm - 2:30pm
	5:30pm - 11pm
Friday	12pm - 2:30pm
	5:30pm - 11pm
Saturday	12pm - 11pm
Sunday	12pm - 6pm

Telephone

+441245222069

Website

https://www.thegeneralsarms.co.uk/

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