300 Restaurants near Chelmsford

We found 300 restaurants within 18 miles 18 miles of Chelmsford

Chelmsford is a city packed full of lovely shops and with plenty of things to do and see, and thanks to its location not far out of London, it's popular both among commuters and tourists who want to escape London for a day or two. Chelmsford is also home to many great spots to grab food, meaning that you'll be sure to find somewhere which will satisfy your craving. From charming family-run Italian restaurants, and top-notch local curry houses, all the way through to some pretty special fine dining spots, there's something for everyone when it comes to restaurants near Chelmsford.

 Restaurants near Chelmsford
 Restaurants near Chelmsford
 Restaurants near Chelmsford
 Restaurants near Chelmsford
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Rayleigh Lodge

Rayleigh Lodge

Rayleigh, SS6 8RW
12.4 miles
Visit The Rayleigh Lodge in Rayleigh for authentic British cooking and real ales in a genuine local pub warmed by a cosy fire. Our pub-food menu features ... Find out more
The Shaw Farm

The Shaw Farm

Chelmsford, CM3 5QY
8.1 miles
The Shaw Farm in Chelmsford offers exactly what you’d expect of a British pub experience, perfect for those in pursuit of a hearty meal and refreshing ... Find out more
Quart Pot Runwell

Quart Pot Runwell

Wickford, SS11 7PN
8.3 miles
What we think
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Shepherd and Dog

Shepherd and Dog

Billericay, CM11 2XY
9.1 miles
Owner, Rebecca, after recently qualifying from Leith's School of Food and Wine took over The Shepherd & Dog in October 2019 with h ... Find out more
Loyal toast

Loyal toast

Southend on Sea, SS2 6XY
14.3 miles
Local community pub with a great selection of drinks and delicious seasonal food cooked to perfection by our chefs Find out more
Marks Tey Hotel

Marks Tey Hotel

Colchester, CO6 1DU
17.1 miles
AT THE MARKS TEY HOTEL AND YOU WILL NOTICE SOMETHING DISTINCTLY DIFFERENT ABOUT OUR APPROACH TO FOOD AND DRINK. The Marks Tey Hotel offers contemporary&nbs ... Find out more
The Chophouse Braintree

The Chophouse Braintree

Town Centre, CM7 1ES
10.4 miles
We are a quaint restaurant situated unassumingly on New Street, adjacent to Hilly Gant (a small passageway linking New Street & St Michaels Lane). We h ... Find out more
Prezzo Upminster

Prezzo Upminster

Upminster, RM14 2AJ
15.7 miles
What we think
"It has taken Prezzo just over a decade to become a high street fixture. Now with over 150 branches up & down the country, the affordable chain make ..." Read our full review
Prezzo - Bishops Stortford

Prezzo - Bishops Stortford

Bishop's Stortford, CM23 2LD
16.3 miles
Serving irresistible Italian cuisine in casual, friendly surroundings, Prezzo uses only the finest seasonal ingredients to create their award-winning piz ... Find out more
The Old Bell Steakhouse & Grill

The Old Bell Steakhouse & Grill

Stansted, CM24 8EY
16.4 miles
Steakhouse and Grill Find out more
Holland's Wine Bar

Holland's Wine Bar

Brentwood, CM15 8PA
9.4 miles
What could be better than enjoying a glass of wine with friends or family as you nibble on some bar bites, taking in a warm, comforting atmosphere? Hollands ... Find out more
The Brave Nelson

The Brave Nelson

Town Centre, CM14 5AL
11.2 miles
A friendly, welcoming pub! Great beers with fantastic outside seating and a children’s play area! Dogs are of course welcome too! ... Find out more
The Royal Oak

The Royal Oak

Southchurch, SS4 2AX
15.3 miles
Nestled beyond Rochford in Great Stambridge, The Royal Oak boasts classic British 'pub' charm, outstanding food and a wide range of drinks.  The Tudor ... Find out more
Toby Carvery - Runwell

Toby Carvery - Runwell

Wickford, SS11 7QJ
8.4 miles
Here at Toby Carvery Runwell, we believe there's only one way to do our beloved British roast – and that's properly. Every spud is checked by hand and ... Find out more
From Eden

From Eden

Leigh-on-Sea, SS9 2UW
14.8 miles
Situated on London Road, Leigh on Sea, our new little restaurant inspired by nature with a relaxed botanical atmosphere from Eden. Serving Quality Coffee, ... Find out more
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Situated in the East of England, Chelmsford is the county town of Essex and was granted city status in 2012 to mark the Queen’s diamond jubilee. Based just 30 miles from London, it’s in the commuter belt making it a prime location for City workers to live. In fact, back in 2019 in was named one of the best places to live in the UK thanks to it brilliant selection of shops, museums, schools and more. Also benefitting from a number of stunning green spaces including the beautiful grounds of Hylands House, it’s easy to see why Chelmsford has become such a fashionable spot.

On top of all this, Chelmsford is quickly becoming known as the foodie capital of Essex with new spots popping up every week. Renowned for having a huge variety of tasty, fresh and exciting eateries, you won’t be short of places to pick from if you’re looking for restaurants in Chelmsford. While the High Street is full of popular chains mixed in with the odd independent, if you explore Chelmsford’s indoor retail market and some of the smaller backstreets surrounding it, you’ll discover some more unusual spots serving food from many different parts of the world. So whether, you’re wanting some quick food to go from a stall, and a more special sit-down meal, there will be something for you in Chelmsford.