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124 British Restaurants
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Shepherd and Dog
Billericay, CM11 2XY
9.1 miles
£50 - £79
British
Thai
Owner, Rebecca, after recently qualifying from Leith's School of Food and Wine took over The Shepherd & Dog in October 2019 with h ...
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Elena's Bistro
Braintree, CM7 1UG
10.6 miles
£30 - £49
Bistro
British
Vegetarian friendly
Elena's Bistro is a welcoming dining spot located in the heart of Essex, offering a relaxed and inviting atmosphere. Nestled within the picturesque surround ...
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Bricklayers Arms
Town Centre, CM15 0EQ
8.5 miles
British
Under £30
The Bricklayers Arms has been in the same family for nearly 60 years. Great Aunt Doll ran the pub for 12 years from 1962 when the pub had four bars. Ke ...
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Rubino Kitchen, Inworth
Colchester, CO5 9SP
12.9 miles
£30 - £49
British
Italian
The first rule of food fight club is…. all about getting children interested in food and what they are putting into their bodies, not to try and crea ...
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The Haywain Pub
Little Bromley, CO11 2PL
27.9 miles
£30 - £49
British
The Haywain is a warm and welcoming country pub serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. The pub is located just outside the village of Little Bromley, just fiv ...
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Bill's Braintree Restaurant
Braintree, CM77 8YH
10.3 miles
£30 - £49
British
Gluten-free options
Vegan friendly
Vegetarian friendly
Accepts Vouchers
Bill’s Restaurant in Braintree is a welcoming haven for shoppers in need of a delicious break. Conveniently located in Braintree Village, this vibrant ...
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Fahrenheit Grill - Genting Club Westcliff
Westcliff-On-Sea, SS0 7QY
17.1 miles
British
Inside Genting Casino, Fahrenheit Grill restaurant offers an elegant, contemporary getaway from the bustle of the gaming floor. Gourmet British dishes ma ...
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Le Paragon
Leigh-on-Sea, SS9 1PA
15.6 miles
£30 - £49
British
Indian
Vegetarian friendly
Le Paragon, located in Leigh-on-Sea, is an elegant European-inspired restaurant offering a refined yet relaxed dining experience. Situated in the heart of t ...
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The Barn Colchester
Colchester, CO6 1JE
16.1 miles
£30 - £49
British
Welcome to the award-winning Barn Brasserie. Our stunningly-restored 500-year-old Grade Two listed restaurant has a reputation for excellent food, fantastic ...
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Alex Southend On Sea
Southend-on-Sea, SS1 1BW
17.3 miles
£30 - £49
British
Vegan friendly
Vegetarian friendly
Positioned just a stone's throw away from the inviting seafront and the vibrant high street, yet cleverly tucked away from the hustle and bustle, The Alex e ...
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The Kings Arms Broad Green
Colchester, CO6 1RU
14.8 miles
£30 - £49
British
International
Mediterranean
Pan Asian
Vegetarian friendly
The Kings Arms Broad Green in Colchester is a welcoming pub, restaurant, and bed & breakfast offering classic British fare and global specials in a cosy ...
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Le Bouchon Brasserie & Hotel
Maldon, CM9 4LT
9.3 miles
£30 - £49
British
French
Le Bouchon Brasserie and Hotel is a grade II listed, 300 year old Georgian building which has undergone an extensive refurbishment programme restoring the b ...
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The Brasserie at Wivenhoe House Hotel
Colchester, CO4 3SQ
23.0 miles
£30 - £49
British
Modern European
The brasserie is an independent restaurant located inside Wivenhoe House on the outskirts of Colchester and close to the pretty village of Wivenhoe. Our res ...
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The Crown - Colchester
Colchester, CO7 7QR
24.1 miles
British
Under £30
The Crown in Colchester is a country pub oozing rural charm and rustic character. Our picturesque surroundings provide the perfect backdrop for savouring th ...
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The Hawk
Wickford, SS11 7RJ
8.7 miles
British
Under £30
With beautiful surroundings, and a stylish interior, The Hawk in Wickford is a classic meets modern pub, a perfect setting for any occasion. Our chefs take ...
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