Location: Southend-on-Sea
Top Restaurants in Southend-on-Sea
Best British food near Southend-on-Sea, England, United Kingdom
Discover Restaurants offering the best British food in Southend-on-Sea, England, United Kingdom. Southend-on-Sea (/ˈsaʊθɛnd ɒn ˈsiː/ ( listen)), commonly referred to as simply Southend, is a town and wider unitary authority area with borough status in southeastern Essex, England. It lies on the north side of the Thames Estuary, 40 miles (64 km) east of central London. It is bordered to the north by Rochford and to the west by Castle Point. It is home to the longest leisure pier in the world, Southend Pier. London Southend Airport is located 1.5 NM (2.8 km; 1.7 mi) north of the town centre.
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10. The Pipe of Port
Overall Ratings
4 based on 637 reviews
Our crusty old Dickensian candle-lit dining rooms with mahogany tables and sawdust covered floors is one of the most atmospheric venues in town. All our food is freshly made by ourselves, we use top quality ingredients from some of the best suppliers in t
Reviewed By social-butterfles
met a friend for lunch as a birthday treat. Food looked & smelt amazing but lacked on the taste which was disaapointing. Service was exceptional, price for the food was the same as the drinks £25/£25, so not a cheap afternoon. Ambience and furnishing of this place is quirky. Not for those with mobility issues as its down a flight of stairs. Will return again to see if its back to its great standards rather than mediorce .
9. Oldham's Fish Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 374 reviews
Reviewed By Sidji
No trip to the sea side is complete without a customary plate of good old fashioned F&C. Normally you end up having this by the ocean but when we saw the rave reviews for Oldhamâs Fish Restaurant we knew we had to try to out.Itâs about a 8 min drive away from the sea front and there is parking nearby so reasonably convenient. Oldhamâs has a takeaway up front and sit down restaurant behind with waiter service. The restaurant has a higher price tag for the same food but even so it wasnât OTT.Being a nice sunny day we chose to get take away and sit on the few tables outside. They have a lunch time fish n chips special for £4 take away but we were hungry enough to order the Large Cod and large chips combo which was fresh+delicious at £9 for the combo, the staff we friendly and served with a smile. It was easy to see why it was so popular doing brisk business in the middle of the day. Only reason I knocked off a star was the kids fish goujons n chips meal for £2.50 was mostly skin so the kids didnât really go for it. Otherwise would have gladly given 5 stars to this awesome chippy with a Certificate of Excellence 5 years running !
8. The Exchange Bar & Kitchen
Overall Ratings
4 based on 301 reviews
Located in the centre of Southchurch Road, recently refurbished Exchange Bar & Kitchen has been serving the local community for 16 years and is known for its fun, friendly atmosphere. Youâre always made to feel welcome by our approachable team. The Exchan
Reviewed By Victoria I
Today we went to the exchange. By we I mean my partner, his son, myself and our dog. We were well accommodated with our request for a table near a tv and appropriate for the dog. Food was lovely and service from Becky c was great. The food and drink was lovely. Really happy with our afternoon
7. Cubanos Cafe Bistro
Overall Ratings
5 based on 108 reviews
Cubanos Licensed Café and Bistro is located in the beautiful area of Essex in the heart of Leigh on Sea. Open throughout the year, we make all of our own food, serving breakfast, lunches, tapas and evening meals as well as a wide selection of cakes and de
Reviewed By 71curlybear
My friend and I stumbled across this little gem yesterday afternoon.. Greeted by friendly staff, we chose to sit outside as the weather was lovely.. We went for the scrambled eggs on granary toast with a side of sliced avocado. The food was served fresh and hot.. Very tasty. We stayed for awhile as it was such a lovely place and very relaxing. We canât wait to go back.. The menu looks lovely with plenty of choices.. They also do cocktails.. My friend is vegan, canât wait to let her know. We like trying out new places to eat.. We will definitely be back. Thank you x
6. Oliver's On The Beach
Overall Ratings
4 based on 511 reviews
Reviewed By MrFishfinger
Maybe not the greatest of all time but definitely up there with the best. Excellent chilli con carne (didnât need the chips but they were excellent too). Staff excellent, kitchen running like clockwork, waiting staff just the right side of attentive. Unbelievable we didnât have to queue but within 15mins there was a queue. Brilliant.
5. The Hamlet Court
Overall Ratings
4 based on 336 reviews
Welcome to The Hamlet Court - a traditional community pub located in the heart of Hamlet Court Road, Westcliff-on-Sea. Located Just a short walk to both the Cliffs Pavilion and the Palace Theatre, our pub is the ideal location for a pre-show meal or post-
Reviewed By EJCondon
I am a local/regular and visit the Hamlet frequently. On the upside, it's a really friendly local pub, with lovely food, and great staff. Sadly, they've changed the Sauvignon Blanc to a type called Bear and Star....nnot only is it completely unpalatable, but its £1.25 a bottle more than the previous one which at least was drinkable. Thankfully, as a regular, I was given the offer to taste the new Sauvignon before purchasing any....3 of us had a sip ... we all thought it was FOUL.So I tried the Pinot Grigio....it was disgusting tooSo I tried the Pinot Grigio Rosada....it was better....but again £17.95 a bottle..as opposed to £15.25 for the previous Sauv.So it's now £2.75 a bottle more for me to enjoy a bottle of wine with friends in my local.I should mention that there is an alternative Sauv...a New Zealand one, but its £22.95!!!! £7.75 more a bottle than the last palatable Sauv the Hamlet used to serve!This is a local pub, its not in town, on the seafront or in Leigh....my advice to management is get to know your customers..... before you lose them. HI ThereThank you for taking the time to offer your feedback, we take all customer comments seriously. It is with that in mind that the previous Sauvignon Blanc - and a few other wines were reviewed and replaced.It was identified from customer feedback across the company sites that the existing product was not satisfactory.We are sorry that you are not happy with the replacement, and will certainly keep that in mind as we continue to review and assess our offer.We have also been able to offer a discounted price on our existing Prosecco and even added a by the glass option as per customer feedback and request.
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4. The Bellhouse
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1194 reviews
Whether youâre joining us for dinner or drinks, The Bellhouse is the ideal venue . We're rich in local history due to our royal connections (In the 15th century The Bellhouse was a hunting lodge used by Henry VIII). In the colder months, our delicious dis
Reviewed By richard p
My wife and I had been invited by two of our grandchildren to celebrate my seventy-something birthday the pub was quite busy and we had to wait a short while for our table once seated we were given menus and when we were ready our orders were taken we all opted for a roast lunch: turkey, half roast chicken, pork and one mixed which was beef, pork, and turkey the meals were served with crispy roast potatoes, mixed veg and a huge Yorkshire pudding plus a side order of cauliflower cheese which was included as part of the meal. We all agreed the meal was excellent and the service was way above average,I will recommend The Bellhouse.
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3. Revolution Southend
Overall Ratings
4 based on 718 reviews
Spend your days dining with friends in our bright, beautiful restaurant, complete with floor-to-ceiling windows. Or relax on our heated upper terrace - a gorgeous retreat with retractable roof! However you love to unwind, we've got something sorted for yo
Reviewed By jaydenem1995
Came in for my Mum's free round of birthday cocktails. I find Revolution a lot more bearable during the day, as I'm not really a crowd person and it gets super busy at night. As it was, we visited in the early afternoon and were able to sit upstairs (where only one other table was seated) and relax whilst we drank our cocktails. I chose the new Rockstar Martini which was really sweet and tasty and complete with edible lips and glitter. I enjoy the cocktails a lot more when they're quiet because the bar staff have time to add the little touches shown on the menu; whereas in the evening they are a lot more rushed and things are missed. I do really enjoy the odd trip to Revolution but, in my opinion, it's really not up to scratch when it's busy. Go during the day for a pleasant experience.HI Jaydenem1995, thank you so much for your feedback and for taking the time to write us a great review! I'm so happy to hear you had a great time with us and we look forward to your next visit. See you soon!
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2. Legend - Deli
Overall Ratings
4 based on 787 reviews
The Legenddeli Restaurant is a tiny backstreet bistro/cafe with a huge passion for food, having featured in the newspapers, radio and on TV, catered for Jamie oliver, jimmy, star guests and the crew on the set of the Friday night feast show. Legend deli h
Reviewed By Zena S
What a quirky, friendly,very well priced, deli. The food was delicious and the menu SO interesting and different and the service so good. It is cozy but lots of outdoor seating for warmer drier days. I am looking forward to a return visit as soon as possible.
1. Maxwells
Overall Ratings
5 based on 107 reviews
Our aim is to provide fresh food at a fantastic price. We cater for all tastes and have a vegan and gluten free menu. We also have a children's menu. If you are looking for a tasty panini, a delicious jacket potato or a refreshing smoothie then Maxwells i
Reviewed By jchaps21
This is a great spot for lunch in Southend. A big food and drinks menu, with lots of vegetarian and vegan options to suit all tastes. Very friendly and helpful staff, even on a busy Saturday lunchtime, made all the difference.Would highly recommend.
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