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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The Flitch of Bacon

The Flitch of Bacon

Little Dunmow, CM6 3HT
9.5 miles
What we think
"The awarding of a flitch (or side) of bacon to devoted married couples dates back to Chaucer’s time and remnants of the ‘flitch trials&rsqu ..." Read our full review
Aspera Benfleet

Aspera Benfleet

Essex, SS7 5SQ
12.2 miles
Open since 2016, Aspera has quickly made a name for itself on Benfleet’s dining scene, becoming a popular spot for dinner and cocktails. The restaura ... Find out more
DOUGH&co Woodfired Pizza Halstead

DOUGH&co Woodfired Pizza Halstead

Halstead, CO9 2JD
16.1 miles
Fresh Woodfired pizza, Handmade With The Finest Fresh Ingredients, Made In A Real Oven With Real Chefs. Find out more
Golden Fleece Chelmsford

Golden Fleece Chelmsford

Chelmsford, CM1 1JP
0.1 miles
The Golden Fleece in Chelmsford is another good old fashioned British pub, closeby to Chelmsford Cathedral and the high street. Step inside and you'll be gr ... Find out more
The Merchant Brentwood

The Merchant Brentwood

Brentwood, CM14 4RX
10.8 miles
The Merchant in Brentwood high street has something for everyone. This modern pub is family-friendly and welcoming to dogs until 7pm when it turns into a li ... Find out more
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
Russell's Restaurant

Russell's Restaurant

Essex, CM2 7JS
1.9 miles
Russell's Restaurant is located on Bell Street, Great Baddow, Chelmsford. Open from Tuesday to Friday for lunch and dinner, and at weekends for a mix of lun ... Find out more
Five Guys Chelmsford

Five Guys Chelmsford

Chelmsford, CM1 1BE
0.3 miles
The Five Guys burger brand arrived in the UK in 2013, opening its first store in Covent Garden with great hoopla and queues around the block. It has quickly ... Find out more
Afternoon Tea at The Barn

Afternoon Tea at The Barn

Colchester, CO6 1JE
16.1 miles
Welcome to the award-winning Barn Brasserie. Our stunningly-restored 500 year-old Grade Two listed restaurant has a reputation for excellent food, fantastic ... Find out more
Prezzo Chelmsford

Prezzo Chelmsford

Chelmsford, CM1 1GD
0.8 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
Spice King

Spice King

Town Centre, CM12 9BA
7.8 miles
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La Romantica

La Romantica

Town Centre, SS6 7EW
11.9 miles
Marco and the team at La Romantica welcomes you to Rayleigh’s oldest independent serving Italian restaurant. Established in 1969, this family run busi ... Find out more
Slug & Lettuce - Chelmsford

Slug & Lettuce - Chelmsford

Chelmsford, CM2 6FL
0.4 miles
In Chelmsford’s city centre, and just off the River Chelmer, you'll find the vibrant Slug & Lettuce — a drinking and dining destination that ... Find out more
Ask Italian Billericay

Ask Italian Billericay

Billericay, CM12 9AS
7.9 miles
Surrounded by lakes, meadows and golf clubs, after a day of exploring the Billericay countryside, refuel at Ask Italian. Offering up different takes on trad ... 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.