Restaurants in Southend-on-Sea

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Fish & Wish 12 A, Pier Hill, Eastern Esplanade, Southend-on-Sea
Fish & Wish
Fish & Chips

Fish & Wish

12 A, Pier Hill, Eastern Esplanade, Southend-on-Sea

Best Fish and Chips ever! We had the plaice and cod with chips. Both, very fresh, tasty and wonderfuly crispy. The staff was very friendly and made sure we have everything we need. Don't waste your money on other cheaper Fish and Chips shops because we tried and regret it.

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  • Superb206 Reviews 4.8
Pieno-Lleno 68 Southchurch Ave, Southend-on-Sea
Pieno-Lleno
Mexican • $$

Pieno-Lleno

68 Southchurch Ave, Southend-on-Sea

Nice place, on a street you wouldn't expect. Food was nice, there was a whole vegan menu for anyone wanting that. Our table was a little bit cramped, but everyone enjoyed the meal

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  • Superb126 Reviews 4.8
Il Pescatore 4 Queens Rd, Southend-on-Sea
Il Pescatore
Italian • $$

Il Pescatore

4 Queens Rd, Southend-on-Sea

I came in and the staff were lovely and welcoming, the atmosphere was sensational and the food was delightful. Would recommend this restaurant to everyone! Great prices and great place!

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  • Superb118 Reviews 4.8
Leigh Bistro Restaurant 123 Broadway, Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, Leigh-on-Sea
Leigh Bistro Restaurant
Bistros • $$

Leigh Bistro Restaurant

123 Broadway, Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, Leigh-on-Sea

I had a beautiful lunch today at the Bistro . It was absolutely delicious and you get a big feast for under £20 including a soft drink ! ( set menu ) I had the soup for starters and then mushroom and spinach linguine! Absolutely bursting with flavour and cooked to perfection. I shall see you again very soon ! Love Rebecca

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  • Superb85 Reviews 4.9
San Fairie Ann 43 Alexandra St, Southend-on-Sea
San Fairie Ann
Modern European • $$

San Fairie Ann

43 Alexandra St, Southend-on-Sea

Top quality roast dinners are hard to come by in Southend, until I found this place. Great portion sizes, beautifully presented, and it tasted even better. The atmosphere was the cherry on top, the place just oozes class and the staff are extremely friendly. Exactly where you want to be on a Sunday. I’ll definitely be back soon.

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  • Superb75 Reviews 4.8
Salsa Tapas & Grill 34-36 London Rd, Southend-on-Sea
Salsa Tapas & Grill
Spanish • $$

Salsa Tapas & Grill

34-36 London Rd, Southend-on-Sea

Great food and friendly attentive service. Staff and Chefs will help make changes to the menu, where possible. A large choice menu and drinks. Can recommend this place.

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  • Superb73 Reviews 4.8
The Gold Coast restaurant 202 Eastern Esplanade, Southend-on-Sea
The Gold Coast restaurant
Chinese • $$

The Gold Coast restaurant

202 Eastern Esplanade, Southend-on-Sea

The food at the Gold Coast restaurant is superb. Every dish fresh, tasty and cooked to perfection. The staff are always cheerful and make you feel very welcome even if you are eating in or picking up a take away.\nI would highly recommend you give it a try.

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  • Superb93 Reviews 4.7
Victory Inn 485 Ashingdon Rd, Rochford
Victory Inn
Pub • $$

Victory Inn

485 Ashingdon Rd, Rochford

Has dinner here with 5 friends and had a wonderful evening . The food was fab and Sophie and Alison really looked after us .
We will definitely be returning . Thank you for a lovely evening

  • Drive-Through
  • Superb104 Reviews 4.6
The White Hart 274 Main Rd, Hawkwell, Hockley
The White Hart
Pub • $$

The White Hart

274 Main Rd, Hawkwell, Hockley

Very nice pub, the beer garden and 70s and 80s soul afternoon was really good. The weather was great and so it was absolutely rammed in there. It was continually 4 people deep all the way along the bar waiting to get served, or a very long queue outside in the garden which couldn't be helped as it was so busy. The staff must've been shattered lol. We had scampi and chips later on in the afternoon which was lovely. The queue for food was much shorter. Really good friendly atmosphere.

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  • Superb63 Reviews 4.7
Indiana Restaurant and Takeaway 1478 London Rd, Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, Leigh-on-Sea
Indiana Restaurant and Takeaway
Bar • $$

Indiana Restaurant and Takeaway

1478 London Rd, Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, Leigh-on-Sea

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A Cozy Gem for Indian Food Lovers!

I had an amazing experience at this cozy spot in Indiana! The food was absolutely delicious — we ordered the Chicken Khazana, Chicken Tikka Masala, Chicken Shashlik with rice, Chicken Tikka, and naan. Every dish was packed with flavor, perfectly cooked, and beautifully presented.

The atmosphere was warm and welcoming — cozy without being cramped, and great for a relaxed meal. The service was friendly and attentive, which made the experience even better.

Highly recommend this place if you’re craving authentic Indian food. I’ll definitely be coming back!
Thank you so much Rony for he's excellent service and he's Tim.

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  • Superb36 Reviews 4.9
The Angel Inn Parsons Corner, N Shoebury Rd, Shoeburyness, Southend-on-Sea
The Angel Inn
Pub • $$

The Angel Inn

Parsons Corner, N Shoebury Rd, Shoeburyness, Southend-on-Sea

We visited here on Sunday 7th September and there were 5 of us.
We all ordered different starters mains deserts and all of us loved the food.
Staff very friendly and welcoming and the atmosphere was really good as well.
Would recommend 100 per cent.
Definitely over that way again will go back.

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  • Superb121 Reviews 4.5
Cafe 206 Limited 206 Ashingdon Rd, Rochford
Cafe 206 Limited
Cafe • $

Cafe 206 Limited

206 Ashingdon Rd, Rochford

Used to come here lots in the past.
Came here for the first time in ages.

Had a quick look at the menu - it's changed, but that's fine.
Having decided what we were having, we put the menus back in the rack and waited to order.
We were at almost the nearest table to the counter, and we were obviously ready to order (I made eye contact with one of the waitresses several times) but still we waited. We had to wait until the 3 waitresses at the desk had finished their little chat....

Hubby ordered the regular breakfast, I ordered the breakfast stack, as I wasn't as hungry.

The food arrived pretty quickly as it wasn't too busy at the time (it did start to fill up, though, as we sat there)

Hubby's breakfast arrived on quite a small plate, so he had to take his toast off and put it on his napkin, as it was all too crammed on the plate to eat very easily. The food all tasted fine.

My stack arrived on a bit of slate (I would definitely have preferred an actual plate).
The stack consisted of 2 slices of very thick granary bread - nice, but way too much for a sandwich.
(I left half the bread as it was such heavy going)
The filling was very nice and generous.
It was accompanied by a pile of salad (who has salad for breakfast at 9.30 on a Sunday morning?) - I left that, too.

Overall, all the food was very nice, but maybe you just need to have a word with your staff, and maybe have a think about the other issues I mentioned.

Sorry, but it's just not as good as it used to be.

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  • Superb74 Reviews 4.6
Grumpy's Diner 759 Southchurch Rd, Southend-on-Sea
Grumpy's Diner
American • $$

Grumpy's Diner

759 Southchurch Rd, Southend-on-Sea

Got time off and relaxing so fancied a takeaway, if you are gluten free you have to try this place. Lamb burger is amazing just an absolute 10/10. Lovely staff, will definitely be back

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  • Superb97 Reviews 4.5
Ocean Beach Eastern Esplanade, Southend-on-Sea
Ocean Beach
Modern European • $$

Ocean Beach

Eastern Esplanade, Southend-on-Sea

Fabulous tapas and excellent service. Went on my own and felt very welcome and safe.
Lovely view and shaded from the sun.

Some chilled out 'ibiza' music playing in the background made it feel like i was on holiday rather than a work trip.

  • Drive-Through
  • Superb207 Reviews 4.4
La Petite Petanque Cambridge Square Gardens, The Bowling Green Pavilion, Cambridge Road, Clifftown, Southend-on-Sea
La Petite Petanque
French • $$

La Petite Petanque

Cambridge Square Gardens, The Bowling Green Pavilion, Cambridge Road, Clifftown, Southend-on-Sea

We had a delicious Sunday lunch here. Cauliflower cheese was excellent as a side order. - we ordered another because it was so good. We had a short timeframe to eat because we were going to another event in the afternoon after lunch, but the staff knew this and made sure we were served promptly. Ice cream sundaes were yummy.

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  • Superb94 Reviews 4.5
The Old Windmill S Hanningfield Rd, South Hanningfield, South
The Old Windmill
Pub • $$

The Old Windmill

S Hanningfield Rd, South Hanningfield, South

Had a super lunch with a party of 19 people, staff and food was excellent. Thank you windmill staff who worked really hard. Would definitely recommend and will be returning again xx

  • Delivery
  • Superb175 Reviews 4.4
Cafe 709 709 Southchurch Rd, Southend-on-Sea
Cafe 709
Cafe • $$

Cafe 709

709 Southchurch Rd, Southend-on-Sea

Many thanks to Emma and Andy for supplying the buffet and cakes for my Mother in law's wake recently. The food was delicious and Emma had everything packed and ready for collection bang on time. My wife Glenys was really pleased with the service provided - especially at such a difficult time.

  • Drive-Through
  • Superb34 Reviews 4.8
The White Hart 89 High St, Southend-on-Sea
The White Hart
Pub • $$

The White Hart

89 High St, Southend-on-Sea

It’s a great place to chillout, eat drink and watch sports on multiple screens.

Plus it’s my got AdTie Signage solutions, helping to advertise there events and local businesses.

  • Drive-Through
  • Superb27 Reviews 4.9
The Mews 2 Nelson Mews, Southend-on-Sea
The Mews
Pub • $$

The Mews

2 Nelson Mews, Southend-on-Sea

The Mews completely blew me away. There were quite a few of us in our party, but The Mews staff were on the ball and very attentive, and the cocktails went down a treat!!. Every bite of the food was amazing, everyone loved it, it truly was Michelin quality!! The recipes were thoughtful, and impossible to forget. The staff made the evening effortless, friendly, and fun, while the space itself somehow manages to feel both cozy and special. The menu has something for everyone, portions hit the sweet spot, and leaving hungry isn’t an option. Honestly, it’s one of those rare spots that makes you already plan your next visit on the way out.... I can't wait to go again!!

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  • Superb78 Reviews 4.5
The Seafood Shack 32-35 Eastern Esplanade, Southend-on-Sea
The Seafood Shack
Seafood • $$

The Seafood Shack

32-35 Eastern Esplanade, Southend-on-Sea

We were looking for a seafood restaurant and came across this hidden gem, well worth a visit if in the area. Fresh ingredients, unique flavours and decent value for money.

Beverages were good especially the cocktails.

Food wise - Our favourite was the seafood boil ? messy, flavourful and extremely tasty. Firecracker prawns was another fave and good portion sizes. Garlic bread was divine and the best we've ever eaten.

Service could have been better as we would have ordered more drinks if the waitrons checked in more frequently. It was a big bill and the waitress was rude and did not want to add the tip to the bill citing they do not get the tips. That put a dampener on a really good dining experience.

Either way will visit again soon.

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  • Superb145 Reviews 4.4
Cafe Masala 187-189 The Broadway, Thorpe Bay, Southend-on-Sea
Cafe Masala
Indian • $$

Cafe Masala

187-189 The Broadway, Thorpe Bay, Southend-on-Sea

Having both takeaway and eaten in the restaurant, Cafe Masala has always provided first class service and delicious food. Nothing compares to it, highly recommend the tandoori lamb chops and sea bass. Will be heading back soon to try out the new tandoori sirloin shashlik! Thank you Altaf and colleagues xx

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  • Superb26 Reviews 4.9
The Exchange Bar & Kitchen 659 Southchurch Rd, Southend-on-Sea
The Exchange Bar & Kitchen
Bar & Grill • $$

The Exchange Bar & Kitchen

659 Southchurch Rd, Southend-on-Sea

Our local. Attend the monthly quiz night where a group of us all eat before the quiz. Gets very busy. Food choice is fairly limited but all options are usually excellent. On normal day or evening visits, like most pubs, amount of people there varies. Had a few Sunday lunches which also are very good.

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  • Superb45 Reviews 4.6
The Horse and Groom Pub 1 Southend Rd, Rochford
The Horse and Groom Pub
Pub • $$

The Horse and Groom Pub

1 Southend Rd, Rochford

Went to the horse and groom for the first time on Sunday with family . Had the most amazing roast dinner . Best I have eaten in a long time . Foods a proper old fashion good fresh home cooked roast . Service was perfect friendly and I can’t wait to go back already booked for next Sunday . Well done to the guys at the horse and groom . If your in the area would definitely recommend a visit .

  • Drive-Through
  • Superb28 Reviews 4.8
The Hamlet Court 54 Hamlet Ct Rd, Westcliff-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, Westcliff-on-Sea
The Hamlet Court
Bar • $$

The Hamlet Court

54 Hamlet Ct Rd, Westcliff-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, Westcliff-on-Sea

The ambiance is lovely—dim lighting, cozy booths, and soft music. My pasta was fresh, though the sauce could’ve used more seasoning. Still a very nice visit.

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  • Superb64 Reviews 4.5
Oliver's on the Beach 12-14 Western Esplanade, Southend-on-Sea
Oliver's on the Beach
Cafe • $

Oliver's on the Beach

12-14 Western Esplanade, Southend-on-Sea

We passed this place on our way for a long walk to Leigh on Sea\n\nThe breakfast was lovely, served nicely hot, and the food products were really good quality and we were served quickly\n\nHighly recommended

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  • Superb111 Reviews 4.4
The Loyal Toast Western Approach, Southend-on-Sea
The Loyal Toast
Pub • $

The Loyal Toast

Western Approach, Southend-on-Sea

We came here today following seeing a recommendation on a local Facebook page and weren’t disappointed! My wife said the roast was one of the best she’s had, my burger and chips were amazing and the children’s menu had plenty of variety and put fussy daughter loved the Mac and cheese and chocolate brownie and ice cream. The staff friendly and lovely atmosphere.

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  • Superb25 Reviews 4.8
Shoeburyness Hotel 1 High St, Shoeburyness, Southend-on-Sea
Shoeburyness Hotel
Bar • $$

Shoeburyness Hotel

1 High St, Shoeburyness, Southend-on-Sea

The Sunday roast was the best I've had in ages. The restaurant was spacious and had a friendly, family atmosphere. The staff were very efficient and it so nice for the chef to come out to talk to us all. Can't wait to try the rest of the menu.

  • Superb35 Reviews 4.6
The Alex 53 Alexandra St, Southend-on-Sea
The Alex
Pub • $

The Alex

53 Alexandra St, Southend-on-Sea

Proper nice pub, so cool they have gluten free and vegan burgers and many options!
alternatively and kind people, great music and felt very comfortable ?️‍⚧️

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  • Superb141 Reviews 4.3
The Castle Inn 181 Little Wakering Rd, Little Wakering, Southend-on-Sea
The Castle Inn
Pub • $$

The Castle Inn

181 Little Wakering Rd, Little Wakering, Southend-on-Sea

The most amazing pub I had my 21st birthday meal here yesterday and it was such a lovely day ,the food is 10/10 as always and staff so accommodating and friendly,i even received a gift and card from the staff! I had my baby shower here also cannot recommend enough!!

  • Superb25 Reviews 4.6
Seafood shack 4 Coast Rd, West Mersea, Colchester
Seafood shack
Seafood

Seafood shack

4 Coast Rd, West Mersea, Colchester

Food was lovely and good portions. However my friend has a dairy allergy which we made aware to the staff. Unfortunately there was no dietary information and she couldn’t tell us which foods or sauces had dairy in so my friend was unable to eat these. We had two babies with us and another family had a baby and we all asked for a highchair but they said they didn’t have any so we had to go back to the car and get their prams to eat in which wasn’t ideal. Apart from the lack of dietary information and high chairs, it was a really lovely restaurant!

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  • Superb14 Reviews 4.9

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