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Hungry and want to grab a bite to eat? Essex will tick all your boxes and satisfy your culinary quenches with a vast array of pubs, restaurants, cafes, coffee shops & tearooms. From fine dining establishments to boutique, quirky restaurants, you won't leave disappointed for sure. You could…

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Hungry and want to grab a bite to eat? Essex will tick all your boxes and satisfy your culinary quenches with a vast array of pubs, restaurants, cafes, coffee shops & tearooms. From fine dining establishments to boutique, quirky restaurants, you won't leave disappointed for sure. You could even pay a visit to one of the local vineyards, breweries or distilleries.

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Elder Street Café & Deli
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Elder Street Café & Deli

 Saffron Walden
Cafés, Coffee Shops & Tearooms
The Three Daws
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The Three Daws

 Gravesend
Pubs, Bars & Inns
The Barge Tearooms
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The Barge Tearooms

 Maldon
Cafés, Coffee Shops & Tearooms
The Winged Horse
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The Winged Horse

 Basildon
Pubs, Bars & Inns
No1 Harbour Square
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No1 Harbour Square

 Brightlingsea
Pubs, Bars & Inns
The Old English Gentleman
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The Old English Gentleman

 Saffron Walden
Pubs, Bars & Inns
The Dog and Pickle
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The Dog and Pickle

 Ongar
Pubs, Bars & Inns
The Oyster Smack Inn
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The Oyster Smack Inn

 Burnham on Crouch
Pubs, Bars & Inns
Avenue Bistro
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Avenue Bistro

 Frinton on Sea
Restaurants & Places to Eat
The Cross Keys Hotel & Restaurant
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The Cross Keys Hotel & Restaurant

 Saffron Walden
Hotels
Bikash Tandoori & Balti House
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Bikash Tandoori & Balti House

 Stanford le Hope
Restaurants & Places to Eat
The Rising Sun
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The Rising Sun

 Stanford le Hope
Pubs, Bars & Inns
The Magic Mushroom
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The Magic Mushroom

 Billericay
Restaurants & Places to Eat
The Castle Inn
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The Castle Inn

 Colchester
Pubs, Bars & Inns
The Half Moon
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The Half Moon

 Rayleigh
Pubs, Bars & Inns
Winners of Finchingfield
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Winners of Finchingfield

 Finchingfield
Cafés, Coffee Shops & Tearooms
Restaurant 43
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Restaurant 43

 Colchester
Restaurants & Places to Eat
Loofer's Food & Coffee Place
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Loofer's Food & Coffee Place

 Colchester
Cafés, Coffee Shops & Tearooms
The Star Inn Steeple
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The Star Inn Steeple

 Southminster
Pubs, Bars & Inns
The Victory
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The Victory

 Walton on the Naze
Pubs, Bars & Inns
The Wharf
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The Wharf

 Grays
Pubs, Bars & Inns
Walton & Frinton Yacht Club
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Walton & Frinton Yacht Club

 Walton on the Naze
Activities
The Jolly Sailor
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The Jolly Sailor

 Maldon
Pubs, Bars & Inns
The White Hart Inn
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The White Hart Inn

 Grays
Pubs, Bars & Inns
Harbour Lights Restaurant
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Harbour Lights Restaurant

 Walton on the Naze
Restaurants & Places to Eat
Smith's of Ongar
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Smith's of Ongar

 Ongar
Restaurants & Places to Eat
Naze Tower
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Naze Tower

 Walton on the Naze
Attractions
The Spread Eagle
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The Spread Eagle

 Brentwood
Pubs, Bars & Inns
The Rabbits
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The Rabbits

 Stapleford Abbotts
Pubs, Bars & Inns
The Vegan Way Café
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The Vegan Way Café

 Braintree
Cafés, Coffee Shops & Tearooms
The Vine Inn
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The Vine Inn

 Braintree
Pubs, Bars & Inns
The Market House
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The Market House

 Saffron Walden
Pubs, Bars & Inns
Walton Tavern
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Walton Tavern

 Walton on the Naze
Pubs, Bars & Inns
Galvin Green Man
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Galvin Green Man

 Chelmsford
Pubs, Bars & Inns
The White Hart Hotel
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The White Hart Hotel

 Witham
Hotels
The Olive Branch
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The Olive Branch

 Wivenhoe
Cafés, Coffee Shops & Tearooms
Prettyfields Vineyard
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Prettyfields Vineyard

 Colchester
Vineyards, Breweries & Distilleries in Essex
Cristina's
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Cristina's

 Barking
Restaurants & Places to Eat
Haywards Restaurant
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Haywards Restaurant

 Epping
Restaurants & Places to Eat
The Railway Tavern
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The Railway Tavern

 Brightlingsea
Pubs, Bars & Inns
The Bull
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The Bull

 Grays
Pubs, Bars & Inns
Great Danes
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Great Danes

 Frinton on Sea
Shopping
The Oaktree Restaurant
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The Oaktree Restaurant

 Leigh on Sea
Restaurants & Places to Eat
The Forest Gate Inn
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The Forest Gate Inn

 Epping
Pubs, Bars & Inns
Sanuk Thai Restaurant
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Sanuk Thai Restaurant

 Ongar
Restaurants & Places to Eat
The Rosebud Pub & Seafood Restaurant
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The Rosebud Pub & Seafood Restaurant

 Brightlingsea
Restaurants & Places to Eat
Temple Fusion
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Temple Fusion

 Woodford Green
Restaurants & Places to Eat
The Bull
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The Bull

 Stanford le Hope
Pubs, Bars & Inns
The Bay Horse
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The Bay Horse

 Chelmsford
Pubs, Bars & Inns
The Oriental Pan Asian Restaurant
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The Oriental Pan Asian Restaurant

 Grays
Restaurants & Places to Eat
Elder Street Café & Deli

Elder Street Café & Deli

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Address: Debden Barns, Elder Street, Debden, Saffron Walden, Essex CB11 3JY
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Phone: 01799 543598
Elder Street Café & Deli is located in the grounds of Debden Barns, just outside the picturesque market town of Saffron Walden on the Cambridge/Essex border. We are a family orientated venue, with extensive free parking and disabled access. » More Info
The Three Daws

The Three Daws

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Address: Town Pier, Gravesend, Kent DA11 0BJ
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Phone: 01474 566869
The Three Daws is an historic riverside inn dating back to the 1400’s steeped with tales of smugglers, Press Gangs, hauntings and much more, and yet today it remains a focus of activity. » More Info
The Barge Tearooms

The Barge Tearooms

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Address: Cooks Yard, The Hythe Quay, Maldon, Essex CM9 5HN
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Mobile: 07718 478400
Located on board "Resourceful" at Cooks Yard on the Hythe Quay, Maldon, she was the last barge built in 1931 and is now home to Topsail’s, The Barge Tearooms, where you can enjoy breakfasts, light lunches, plenty of homemade cakes and afternoon teas. » More Info
The Winged Horse

The Winged Horse

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Address: Luncies Road, Basildon, Essex SS14 1SB
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Phone: 01268 552628
The Winged Horse is a great British pub at the heart of the Basildon community. Whatever the occasion, our pub has comfortable surroundings, perfect for catching up with friends and family. » More Info
No1 Harbour Square

No1 Harbour Square

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Address: Harbour Square, Waterside Marina, Brightlingsea, Essex CO7 0GE
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Phone: 01206 305661
At No1 Harbour Square we bring you the perfect place to visit. Not only do we offer expertly made cuisine, we also boast one of the best views in Brightlingsea, overlooking the Marina and Colne estuary. » More Info
The Old English Gentleman

The Old English Gentleman

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Address: Gold Street, Saffron Walden, Essex CB10 1EJ
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Phone: 01799 523595
The Old English Gentleman is a warm friendly 19th century pub situated in the centre of Saffron Walden. » More Info
The Dog and Pickle

The Dog and Pickle

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Address: Church Road, Moreton, Ongar, Essex CM5 0LF
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Phone: 01277 600501
Here at our family-run free house & restaurant we offer a mix of modern European cuisine & traditional British fare, with a relaxed pub atmosphere. » More Info
The Oyster Smack Inn

The Oyster Smack Inn

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Address: 112 Station Road, Burnham on Crouch, Essex CM0 8HR
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Phone: 01621 782141
The Oyster Smack Inn is an independent restaurant with rooms. Home cooked seasonal food, helpful friendly staff and comfortable modern accommodation. » More Info
Avenue Bistro

Avenue Bistro

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Address: 145 Connaught Avenue, Frinton on Sea, Essex CO13 9AH
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Phone: 01255 675676
Avenue Bistro, set in the heart of Frinton on Sea, reflects the spirit of the village life whilst providing a relaxed and sophisticated environment in which to enjoy a family meal. » More Info
The Cross Keys Hotel & Restaurant

The Cross Keys Hotel & Restaurant

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Address: 32 High Street, Saffron Walden, Essex CB10 1AX
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Phone: 01799 522207
The Cross Keys Hotel and Restaurant offers a powerful marriage of old and new with its stunning Elizabethan architecture and truly contemporary design. » More Info
Bikash Tandoori & Balti House

Bikash Tandoori & Balti House

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Address: 25 Saint John's Way, Corringham, Stanford le Hope, Essex SS17 7NA
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Phone: 01375 643321
Come and experience authentic Indian Cuisine in Essex. Bikash Tandoori & Balti House is an award-winning restaurant specialising in Indian & Bangali cuisine, based in Corringham, Essex. » More Info
The Rising Sun

The Rising Sun

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Address: Church Hill, Stanford le Hope, Essex SS17 0EU
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Phone: 01375 671097
The Rising Sun is a much-improved, two-bar, traditional pub in the town of Stanford le Hope. The five guest beers are mainly from independent breweries, including local beers, and up to three ciders or perries are stocked. » More Info
The Magic Mushroom

The Magic Mushroom

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Address: Barleylands Road, Billericay, Essex CM11 2UD
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Phone: 01268 289963
The Magic Mushroom Restaurant at Barleylands, Billericay in Essex, offers first class, freshly cooked food from contemporary menus with a traditional influence for Lunch, Dinner and Afternoon Tea. » More Info
The Castle Inn

The Castle Inn

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Address: 92 High Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1TH
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Phone: 01206 563988
The Castle Inn in Colchester, located immediately before the main gates to Castle Park on the High Street, is one of Colchester's leading bars. » More Info
The Half Moon

The Half Moon

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Address: 1-5 High Street, Rayleigh, Essex SS6 7EW
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The Half Moon is a great British pub at the heart of the Rayleigh community. Whatever the occasion, our pub has comfortable surroundings perfect for catching up with friends and family. » More Info
Winners of Finchingfield

Winners of Finchingfield

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Address: The Green, Finchingfield, Essex CM7 4JX
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Phone: 01371 810605
Come on in to our traditional English tearooms located in the picturesque village of Finchingfield, Essex. » More Info
Restaurant 43

Restaurant 43

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Address: The Green, Great Bentley, Colchester, Essex CO7 8PJ
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Phone: 01206 252255
In the heart of Great Bentley sits Restaurant 43 designed and built by restaurateur Mark, his wife Dawn & their two daughters Scarlett & Ruby. Open for lunch and dinner offering various menus, daily specials and themed evenings. » More Info
Loofer's Food & Coffee Place

Loofer's Food & Coffee Place

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Address: 1 Culver Street West, Colchester, Essex CO1 1JG
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Phone: 01206 573500
We have been serving up tasty creations for over a decade, for both the food lovers, as well as the coffee lovers. » More Info
The Star Inn Steeple

The Star Inn Steeple

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Address: The Street, Steeple, Southminster, Essex CM0 7LF
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Phone: 01621 772646
The Star Inn Steeple is a traditional country pub serving great home cooked food, real ale's and 4 ensuite rooms ready to book alongside a touring and adult only camping field, based in the beautiful countryside in Essex! » More Info
The Victory

The Victory

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Address: 4 Suffolk Street, Walton on the Naze, Essex CO14 8AR
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Phone: 01255 677857
A warm welcome to The Victory, a friendly traditional pub with a great atmosphere which is housed in an 18th century building in the heart of Walton on the Naze. » More Info
The Wharf

The Wharf

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Address: Wharf Road South, Grays, Essex RM17 6SZ
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Phone: 01375 374633
The Wharf Pub is under new ownership, and alongside a fresh new look, we are excited to bring you a range of special events and much more. » More Info
Walton & Frinton Yacht Club

Walton & Frinton Yacht Club

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Address: Mill Lane, Walton on the Naze, Essex CO14 8PF
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Phone: 01255 678161
Walton & Frinton Yacht Club is a beautifully located and historical clubhouse which was first established in 1908. » More Info
The Jolly Sailor

The Jolly Sailor

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Address: Basin Road, Heybridge Basin, Maldon, Essex CM9 4RS
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Phone: 01621 854210
The Jolly Sailor is a charming country inn and family restaurant, located in the village of Heybridge Basin overlooking the Blackwater Estuary in Essex. » More Info
The White Hart Inn

The White Hart Inn

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Address: Kings Walk, Grays, Essex RM17 6HR
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Phone: 01375 373319
The award winning White Hart Inn on Kings Walk has been transformed whilst at the same time retaining the easy, friendly atmosphere expected by locals and visitors walking through the door of any pub. » More Info
Harbour Lights Restaurant

Harbour Lights Restaurant

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Address: Titchmarsh Marina, Walton on the Naze, Essex CO14 8SL
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Phone: 01255 851887
Harbour Lights is an independent family owned restaurant offering the best quality menu options, in stunning and contemporary surroundings. We offer a great place to drink, meet, eat and socialise for lunch or dinner. » More Info
Smith's of Ongar

Smith's of Ongar

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Address: Fyfield Road, Ongar, Essex CM5 0AL
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Phone: 01277 365578
Smith’s of Ongar provides fresh, sustainable seafood that is famed throughout the South East. » More Info
Naze Tower

Naze Tower

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Address: The Naze Old Hall Lane, Walton on the Naze, Essex CO14 8LE
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Phone: 01255 852519
The Naze Tower is an historic 86ft landmark and unique visitor attraction situated on an attractive stretch of coastline at Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex. » More Info
The Spread Eagle

The Spread Eagle

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Address: 88 Queen's Road, Brentwood, Essex CM14 4HD
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Phone: 01277 232485
The Spread Eagle has an ever-changing selection of real ales, premium and craft lagers, a fantastic selection of wines, and a Menu to satisfy all your hunger needs. Its ever so easy to let the day slip away unnoticed. » More Info
The Rabbits

The Rabbits

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Address: Stapleford Road, Stapleford Abbotts, Essex RM4 1RP
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Phone: 01708 688203
The Rabbits is a beautiful country pub just north of Romford in Stapleford Abbotts. We’re very proud to call ourselves a classic British pub. » More Info
The Vegan Way Café

The Vegan Way Café

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Address: 82 High Street, Braintree, Essex CM7 1JP
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Phone: 01376 329009
The Vegan Way Café is a completely Vegan Café offering eat in or takeaway home cooked breakfast, lunches, coffees, cakes, smoothies and more. » More Info
The Vine Inn

The Vine Inn

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Address: 105 The Street, Black Notley, Braintree, Essex CM77 8LL
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Phone: 01376 324269
The Vine Inn at Black Notley is a local village public house with restaurant serving classic British food, pizza's, burgers & steaks to eat in or Takeaway. You'll also find real ales, great beers, lagers, wines & drinks with bubbles. » More Info
The Market House

The Market House

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Address: 9 Market Hill, Saffron Walden, Essex CB10 1HH
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Phone: 01799 524799
At The Market House we strive to provide a service that rivals the best, with those unbeatable personal touches. The Market House is an over 21's venue with a passion for great food, wine and atmosphere, situated in the centre of Saffron Walden. » More Info
Walton Tavern

Walton Tavern

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Address: 30-31 The Parade, Opposite Walton Pier, Walton on the Naze, Essex CO14 8AP
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Phone: 01255 317576
Walton Tavern is a traditional British pub and restaurant in Walton on the Naze. Serving classic dishes daily along with refreshing beverages, our establishment is a must visit if you are in the area. » More Info
Galvin Green Man

Galvin Green Man

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Address: Main Road, Howe Street, Chelmsford, Essex CM3 1BG
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Phone: 01245 408820
Galvin Green Man, home to our full dining room & dog friendly pub but also a beautiful garden with children’s play area as well as bespoke private dining rooms. » More Info
The White Hart Hotel

The White Hart Hotel

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Address: Newland Street, Witham, Essex CM8 2AF
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Phone: 01376 512245
The White Hart is a family operated hotel and public house and has been at the heart of the community here in Witham for more than 600 years. » More Info
The Olive Branch

The Olive Branch

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Address: 1a Station Road, Wivenhoe, Essex CO7 9DH
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Phone: 01206 615741
The Olive Branch is a Syrian Café in Wivenhoe, Colchester, Essex. » More Info
Prettyfields Vineyard

Prettyfields Vineyard

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Address: Dead Lane, Ardleigh, Colchester, Essex CO7 7PF
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Phone: 01206 231593
Wine tasting, tours, shop, bar, coffee & vineyard trail in the beautiful Essex countryside. » More Info
Cristina's

Cristina's

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Address: 8-10 North Street, Barking, Greater London IG11 8ET
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Phone: 020 8127 4329
Cristina’s is a "casual steakhouse". Our passion is serving incredible juicy steaks at friendly prices in our casual & friendly wooden interior you’ll feel right at home in. » More Info
Haywards Restaurant

Haywards Restaurant

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Address: 111 Bell Common, Epping, Essex CM16 4DZ
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Phone: 01992 577350
Haywards concentrates on using high quality seasonal and local produce wherever possible, in order to bring together the freshest of ingredients to create elegant, attractive dishes which are full of flavour. » More Info
The Railway Tavern

The Railway Tavern

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Address: 58 Station Road, Brightlingsea, Essex CO7 0DT
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The Railway Tavern has been operating as a public house for many years now and due to its location near to the river Colne and promenade, has remained successful. » More Info
The Bull

The Bull

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Address: 98 Dock Road, Grays, Essex RM17 6EY
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Phone: 01375 373979
Refurbished local pub with a restaurant serving food to a high standard. Weekly entertainment and a large revamped beer garden! » More Info
Great Danes

Great Danes

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Address: 12 Connaught Avenue, Frinton on Sea, Essex CO13 9PW
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Phone: 01255 852285
Great Danes is a unique gift shop that specialises in Danish designed items. We also carry many other Scandinavian products. » More Info
The Oaktree Restaurant

The Oaktree Restaurant

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Address: 75 Leigh Road, Leigh on Sea, Essex SS9 1JN
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Phone: 01702 471435
The Oaktree Restaurant is open 6 days a week and offers brunch, lunch and dinner - all 100% vegan - as well as a fantastic selection of cakes and light bites. » More Info
The Forest Gate Inn

The Forest Gate Inn

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Address: 111 Bell Common, Epping, Essex CM16 4DZ
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Phone: 01992 572312
The Forest Gate Inn is situated on the edge of Epping Forest on Bell Common, ideally situated for walkers, half a mile from the town of Epping. The traditional pub serves fine ales and home cooked food. » More Info
Sanuk Thai Restaurant

Sanuk Thai Restaurant

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Address: 38 The Street, High Ongar, Ongar, Essex CM5 9ND
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Phone: 01277 568411 Mobile: 01277 500410
Situated in High Ongar, Essex just off the A414, Sanuk Thai is an independent dining concept fusing Thai ingredients into fantastic cuisines. » More Info
The Rosebud Pub & Seafood Restaurant

The Rosebud Pub & Seafood Restaurant

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Address: 66 Hurst Green, Brightlingsea, Essex CO7 0EH
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Phone: 01206 304571
The Rosebud is a family run restaurant overlooking Brightlingsea Creek and with views to the open sea beyond. » More Info
Temple Fusion

Temple Fusion

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Address: Jubilee Parade, Snakes Lane East, Woodford Green, Essex IG8 7QF
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Phone: 0208 504 4380
Temple Fusion is an Authentic Cuisine in Woodford Green, tempted by an unrivalled range of Authentic & Imaginative traditional and fusion dishes. Our approach to healthy cooking is that we try to minimize additives in our dishes. » More Info
The Bull

The Bull

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Address: Church Road, Corringham, Stanford le Hope, Essex SS17 9AT
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Phone: 01375 645000
The Bull is a friendly traditional pub which serves homemade food and real ale. Come and visit us for a drink and a meal at our popular public house in Corringham. » More Info
The Bay Horse

The Bay Horse

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Address: 189 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, Essex CM2 0LG
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For almost 250 years The Bay Horse has welcomed guests to this beautiful Grade II listed Tudor tavern. Set in the heart of historic Moulsham Street, the building has been recently renovated, combining a modern rock themed design with period features. » More Info
The Oriental Pan Asian Restaurant

The Oriental Pan Asian Restaurant

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Address: Fleming Road, Chafford Hundred, Grays, Essex RM16 6HH
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Phone: 01375 481268
The Oriental Pan Asian Restaurant combines classic recipes from Asia, but with a modern twist. » More Info