5 Gastropub Restaurants near Basildon

Found in the county of Essex, Basildon is a large, bustling town which is best known for being the birthplace of popular 1980s goth rock band Depeche Mode. These days, you probably won’t find boyband members walking around in shiny leather outfits though, and are more likely to come across families and young professionals.

If you are on the hunt for places to eat in Basildon, you will be glad to know that Basildon is also known for its thriving restaurant scene. Much of the dining in Basildon takes place in the busy town centre, which is home to a mixture of familiar high street chains and independent operations, which are often run by families or local people. There are also a few welcoming bars and pubs dotted around the place too, should you fancy going for some drinks before or after your meal.

Restaurants in Basildon do a good job of representing the cuisines of the world too, with restaurants here flying the flag for nations from around the world. Perhaps you are in the mood for a classic curry mopped up with naans? Or maybe you want a hearty bowl of pasta to fill you up? Or you might just fancy some classic pub grub such as pie and mash or a meaty steak with thick-cut chips? Well whatever kind of food you are craving, you are likely to find a restaurant that works for you in Basildon, as there is so much choice.

If you are planning on going for dinner in Basildon, you can check out our full list of restaurants in the area below. Remember that you can use our search filters on the left hand side of this page to narrow your search of Basildon restaurants and categorise them by price, cuisine and ambience.