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36 Cool Restaurants
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Leigh Bistro
Leigh-on-Sea, SS9 1PG
15.6 miles
£30 - £49
Modern European
"Leigh Bistro is a Modern European Cuisine and Restaurant situated in the heart of Leigh-on-Sea Town Centre. We have recently designed Our Menus to bring yo ...
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The Nags Head - Brentwood
Brentwood, CM14 5ND
12.0 miles
British
Under £30
Vegan friendly
With beautiful surroundings, and a stylish interior, The Nags Head in Brentwood is a classic meets modern pub, a perfect setting for any occasion. Our chefs ...
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Chater's
Saffron Walden, CB10 1 JW
22.3 miles
£30 - £49
Gluten-free options
Italian
Vegan friendly
Vegetarian friendly
Just off the main square in Saffron Walden, Chater’s brings a quietly refined edge to the town’s food scene. Set up by Max and Máire Chat ...
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Giggling Squid Essex
Billericay , CM12 9BY
8.0 miles
Thai
Boom!! We opened Giggling Squid with a big bang in Billericay. It was such a great surprise to have so many happy customers wanting a Thai restaurant like o ...
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Koryu
Colchester, CO2 7DA
21.3 miles
£30 - £49
Gluten-free options
Sushi
Vegan only
Vegetarian only
Those familiar with izakaya will know that this Japanese dining format is all about sharing (and drinking). At Koryu (formerly Tokyo Sizzle) in Colchester, ...
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Quindici
Loughton, IG10 1RL
18.6 miles
£30 - £49
Italian
Modern European
This family-owned Italian restaurant brings comfort together with class and style to give diners an unforgettable hospitality experience. Quindici offers an ...
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Sheesh Chigwell
Chigwell, IG7 6QA
18.3 miles
Bronze
£50 - £79
Turkish
What we think
"With its 600-year-old timbered facade and gussied-up, clashing interiors, Sheesh makes a statement of intent: it may come across like a “blinged- ..."
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Alec’s Restaurant Bar & Grill
Brentwood, CM14 5SD
10.6 miles
Bronze
£50 - £79
Fish and chips
International
Modern European
Seafood
Steak
Vegetarian friendly
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"With its “great good, superb service and smart ambience”, fans reckon that Alec’s is “very much London fine-dining… but ..."
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The Cricketers - Saffron Walden
Saffron Walden, CB11 4QT
21.3 miles
Silver
£30 - £49
British
Modern European
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"The Cricketers has gained a countrywide reputation, largely because it’s run by Trevor and Sally Oliver – proud parents of pukka boy Jamie. ..."
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Grain Colchester
Essex, CO1 1DZ
21.3 miles
£30 - £49
International
Colchester in Essex might not exactly be considered a thriving hub of cutting-edge cuisine, but the folk behind small plates restaurant Grain are keen to pr ...
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Harvester - Grays
Grays, RM16 6UT
18.1 miles
£30 - £49
British
Vegetarian friendly
Harvester - Grays is located on Arterial Road in Grays, Essex, offering a convenient spot for casual dining. Part of the Harvester chain, it provides a fami ...
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Amala Indian Restaurant
Benfleet, SS7 5HA
13.1 miles
£30 - £49
Indian
Vegan friendly
Vegetarian friendly
Amala Indian Restaurant, located in the Essex town of Benfleet, is a culinary oasis that combines the flavours of India with the warmth of traditional Briti ...
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Aspera Benfleet
Essex, SS7 5SQ
12.1 miles
£30 - £49
Turkish
Vegetarian friendly
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 ...
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San Fairie Ann
Southend-on-sea, SS1 1BW
17.3 miles
£30 - £49
International
Vegetarian friendly
San Fairie Ann is a charming restaurant located in Southend-on-Sea, Essex, renowned for its eclectic yet welcoming vibe. Nestled just a short stroll from th ...
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Pavilion Lounge and Restaurant
Colchester, CO1 1QX
21.3 miles
£50 - £79
International
Mediterranean
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