Restaurants in Essex
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Acanteen
Chelmsford’s all-day bar, restaurant and live music venue – brunch, pizza, cocktails and events in a buzzing city-centre setting.
35 New London Rd, Chelmsford CM2 0ND4.3Very Good 1,802 Reviews -
Alec's Restaurant
Alec's Restaurant in Brentwood offers exquisite seafood and fine dining in a beautifully restored historic setting with impeccable service.
Navestock Side, Brentwood CM14 5SD4.6Excellent 1,177 Reviews -
Galvin Green Man
Historic 14th-century gastropub near Chelmsford offering award-winning seasonal British cuisine in a charming countryside setting.
Main Rd, Howe Street, Great Waltham, Chelmsford CM3 1BG4.5Excellent 1,267 Reviews -
Talbooth Restaurant
Award-winning Modern British fine dining on the River Stour, where 19th-century charm meets contemporary culinary excellence.
Gun Hill, Dedham, Colchester CO7 6HP4.7Excellent 912 Reviews -
The Magic Mushroom
A stylish fine dining experience blending British and Mediterranean flavors in a charming converted barn on Billericay’s outskirts.
Barleylands Rd, Billericay CM11 2UD4.6Excellent 921 Reviews -
The Leather Bottle
A historic 17th-century pub in Cobham, famously linked to Charles Dickens and serving British classics in a relaxed, characterful setting with a large beer garden.
54, 56 The St, Cobham, Gravesend DA12 3BZ4.3Very Good 800 Reviews -
Vita Bella
Authentic Italian cuisine with fresh local ingredients in a charming village setting near Chelmsford.
The Tye, East Hanningfield, Chelmsford CM3 8AF4.8Excellent 1,442 Reviews -
Pig & Truffle
Historic charm meets modern British cuisine in a cozy village setting, delivering refined flavors and warm hospitality at Pig & Truffle.
The St, Little Dunmow, Dunmow CM6 3HT4.5Excellent 388 Reviews -
Aspera
Experience authentic Mediterranean flavors with fresh, locally sourced ingredients in a stylish and welcoming setting in Benfleet.
130A London Rd, South Benfleet, Benfleet SS7 5SQ4.8Excellent 1,094 Reviews -
Harvester Stanway Colchester
Casual family-friendly British bar & grill in Colchester offering fresh, flavorful meals from breakfast to dinner in a relaxed setting.
186 London Rd, Colchester CO3 8NZ4.2Very Good 3,357 Reviews -
Dukes Head Billericay
A charming gastropub in Billericay blending traditional British fare with a warm, inviting atmosphere and scenic outdoor spaces.
Laindon Common Rd, Little Burstead, Billericay CM12 9TA4.4Very Good 1,394 Reviews -
Pig & Whistle Restaurant
Charming 16th-century countryside restaurant in Chelmsford offering award-winning British cuisine and a cosy, intimate dining experience.
Chignal Road, Chelmsford CM1 4SZ4.5Excellent 642 Reviews -
Il Pescatore
Experience authentic Sicilian seafood and Italian hospitality in the heart of Southend-on-Sea at Il Pescatore.
4 Queens Rd, Southend-on-Sea SS1 1LU4.5Excellent 646 Reviews -
The Barn Brasserie, Great Tey
Historic 16th-century barn meets modern British dining in a charming Essex countryside setting with warm hospitality and versatile event spaces.
Brook Rd, Great Tey, Colchester CO6 1JE4.4Very Good 852 Reviews -
Cosy Club
Experience timeless art deco charm and inclusive British dining at Cosy Club Chelmsford, open all day for every occasion.
24 Springfield Rd, Chelmsford CM2 6JX4.4Very Good 592 Reviews -
The Chequers Matching Green
A charming gastro-pub overlooking Matching Green’s cricket pitch, blending traditional English village charm with modern dining comfort.
Matching Green, Matching, Essex CM17 0PZ4.3Very Good 612 Reviews -
Hoop at Stock
Historic 15th-century gastropub in Stock village serving award-winning modern British cuisine in a cozy, traditional setting.
The Hoop, 21 High St, Stock, Ingatestone CM4 9BD4.6Excellent 667 Reviews -
Bill's Chelmsford Restaurant
A vibrant British restaurant in Chelmsford’s town centre, serving all-day meals, seasonal specials, and welcoming guests with a lively atmosphere.
119 Bond St, Chelmsford CM1 1GD4.4Very Good 1,268 Reviews -
Leigh Bistro Restaurant
Charming family-run bistro serving fresh contemporary European cuisine in the vibrant heart of Leigh-on-Sea.
123 Broadway, Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, Leigh-on-Sea SS9 1PG4.6Excellent 597 Reviews -
Castle - Great Leighs
A charming and cozy English village pub in Great Leighs serving freshly cooked, reasonably priced meals with friendly service and warm ambiance.
Main Rd, Great Leighs, Chelmsford CM3 1NE4.3Very Good 583 Reviews -
Aurum Restaurant
Refined modern British dining with stunning estuary views at Southend’s boutique Seven Hotel.
The Seven Hotel, 7 Clifton Terrace, Southend-on-Sea SS1 1DT4.0Very Good 118 Reviews -
La Quinta Restaurant & Venue Hire - Benfleet Essex
Experience superb dining, lively entertainment, and warm hospitality at La Quinta, Benfleet’s premier restaurant and event venue.
22-28 Benfleet Rd, Hadleigh, Benfleet SS7 1QB4.3Very Good 284 Reviews -
Fête at Grays Brewery Yard
Quirky indie eatery in Chelmsford's historic yard: inventive brunches, global small plates, cocktails, and coffee in a dog-friendly, vibe-filled space for all.
Unit 10 - 13 Grays, Brewery Yard, Chelmsford CM2 6QR4.8Excellent 310 Reviews -
Bartellas Restaurant
Experience authentic Mediterranean cuisine in a warm, inviting setting nestled in the Essex countryside near Ingatestone.
Writtle Rd, Margaretting, Ingatestone CM4 0EH4.6Excellent 203 Reviews -
The New London
Upscale Chelmsford restaurant offering scratch-made dishes, attentive service, and a cozy contemporary lounge atmosphere.
147 New London Rd, Chelmsford CM2 0AA4.6Excellent 332 Reviews -
Rose & Crown - Great Waltham
Essex village gastro pub where seasonal menus and warm hospitality create memorable dining moments.
Chelmsford Rd, Great Waltham, Chelmsford CM3 1AG4.6Excellent 537 Reviews -
Samphire Restaurant @ The County Hotel
Award-winning British cuisine with fresh, local ingredients in a stylish, family-friendly Chelmsford setting.
The County Hotel, 29 Rainsford Rd, Chelmsford CM1 2PZ4.5Excellent 20 Reviews -
The Dining Room
A cozy Leigh-on-Sea gem serving exquisite British-European fusion cuisine with standout roast dinners and attentive service.
1356 London Rd, Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, Leigh-on-Sea SS9 2UH4.4Very Good 316 Reviews -
Russells Restaurant
Historic vaulted barn setting meets refined French and English fine dining with seasonal dishes and exceptional service in Great Baddow.
Bell St, Great Baddow, Chelmsford CM2 7JS4.6Excellent 218 Reviews -
The Square & Compasses
A charming Essex countryside gastropub blending rustic warmth with refined British cuisine and local ales.
Fuller Street, Fairstead, Chelmsford CM3 2BB4.6Excellent 376 Reviews -
The Cart Shed Restaurant
A rustic yet refined British dining experience in the tranquil village of Thornwood near Epping, blending seasonal local produce with countryside charm.
9 Duck Ln, Thornwood, Epping CM16 6NE4.7Excellent 72 Reviews
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