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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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Zach Willsher
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Zach Willsher

 Benfleet
Pubs, Bars & Inns
Brewers Fayre Chafford Hundred
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Brewers Fayre Chafford Hundred

 Grays
Pubs, Bars & Inns
The Breakfast Club Chelmsford
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The Breakfast Club Chelmsford

 Chelmsford
Cafés, Coffee Shops & Tearooms
Brewers Fayre Mulberry Tree
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Brewers Fayre Mulberry Tree

 Braintree
Pubs, Bars & Inns
Ask Italian Billericay
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Ask Italian Billericay

 Billericay
Restaurants & Places to Eat
The Watermill Beefeater
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The Watermill Beefeater

 Basildon
Restaurants & Places to Eat
English Spirit Distillery
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English Spirit Distillery

 Halstead
Vineyards, Breweries & Distilleries in Essex
The Picture Pot
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The Picture Pot

 Finchingfield
Cafés, Coffee Shops & Tearooms
Crouch Ridge Vineyard
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Crouch Ridge Vineyard

 Chelmsford
Vineyards, Breweries & Distilleries in Essex
The White Hart
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The White Hart

 Benfleet
Pubs, Bars & Inns
Redchurch Brewery
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Redchurch Brewery

 Harlow
Vineyards, Breweries & Distilleries in Essex
Caffe Sala
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Caffe Sala

 Colchester
Cafés, Coffee Shops & Tearooms
The Moorhen
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The Moorhen

 Harlow
Pubs, Bars & Inns
The Wheatsheaf Writtle
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The Wheatsheaf Writtle

 Chelmsford
Pubs, Bars & Inns
The Plume of Feathers
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The Plume of Feathers

 Loughton
Pubs, Bars & Inns
Ask Italian Chelmsford
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Ask Italian Chelmsford

 Chelmsford
Restaurants & Places to Eat
Saffron Grange Vineyard
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Saffron Grange Vineyard

 Saffron Walden
Vineyards, Breweries & Distilleries in Essex
Brewers Fayre Southend on Sea
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Brewers Fayre Southend on Sea

 Southend on Sea
Pubs, Bars & Inns
Swan Hotel, Pub & Restaurant
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Swan Hotel, Pub & Restaurant

 Thaxted
Pubs, Bars & Inns
Ask Italian Lakeside
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Ask Italian Lakeside

 Grays
Restaurants & Places to Eat
Liberty Bell Beefeater
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Liberty Bell Beefeater

 Romford
Restaurants & Places to Eat
Harlow Mill Beefeater
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Harlow Mill Beefeater

 Old Harlow
Restaurants & Places to Eat
The Rayleigh Lodge
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The Rayleigh Lodge

 Rayleigh
Pubs, Bars & Inns
Brewers Fayre Dagenham
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Brewers Fayre Dagenham

 Dagenham
Pubs, Bars & Inns
Owl's Hill Tearoom
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Owl's Hill Tearoom

 Chelmsford
Cafés, Coffee Shops & Tearooms
The Rose and Crown Hotel
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The Rose and Crown Hotel

 Colchester
Hotels
Starlight Tea Rooms
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Starlight Tea Rooms

 Colchester
Cafés, Coffee Shops & Tearooms
Ask Italian Colchester
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Ask Italian Colchester

 Colchester
Restaurants & Places to Eat
Tuffon Hall Vineyard
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Tuffon Hall Vineyard

 Halstead
Vineyards, Breweries & Distilleries in Essex
Ask Italian Southend on Sea
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Ask Italian Southend on Sea

 Southend on Sea
Restaurants & Places to Eat
The Oak Tree Coffee House
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The Oak Tree Coffee House

 Colchester
Cafés, Coffee Shops & Tearooms
The Bakehouse Coffee Shop
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The Bakehouse Coffee Shop

 Maldon
Cafés, Coffee Shops & Tearooms
Galleywood Vineyard and Winery
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Galleywood Vineyard and Winery

 Chelmsford
Vineyards, Breweries & Distilleries in Essex
The Queen's Head
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The Queen's Head

 Chelmsford
Pubs, Bars & Inns
The Wheatsheaf
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The Wheatsheaf

 Chelmsford
Pubs, Bars & Inns
Chelmsford Brew Co.
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Chelmsford Brew Co.

 Chelmsford
Vineyards, Breweries & Distilleries in Essex
Strawberry Field Beefeater
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Strawberry Field Beefeater

 Southend on Sea
Restaurants & Places to Eat
Coastal Coffee
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Coastal Coffee

 West Mersea
Cafés, Coffee Shops & Tearooms
The Albert Beefeater
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The Albert Beefeater

 Colchester
Restaurants & Places to Eat
Red Fox Brewery
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Red Fox Brewery

 Coggeshall
Vineyards, Breweries & Distilleries in Essex
Mighty Oak Brewing Company
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Mighty Oak Brewing Company

 Maldon
Vineyards, Breweries & Distilleries in Essex
Beefeater Saffron Walden
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Beefeater Saffron Walden

 Saffron Walden
Restaurants & Places to Eat
The Bakehouse Coffee Shop
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The Bakehouse Coffee Shop

 Chelmsford
Cafés, Coffee Shops & Tearooms
The Square and Compasses
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The Square and Compasses

 Chelmsford
Pubs, Bars & Inns
Brentwood Brewing Co.
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Brentwood Brewing Co.

 Brentwood
Vineyards, Breweries & Distilleries in Essex
Blue Owl Pottery Painting Cafe & Gift Shop
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Blue Owl Pottery Painting Cafe & Gift Shop

 Colchester
Arts & Crafts in Essex
The Mayflower Brewers Fayre
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The Mayflower Brewers Fayre

 Harwich
Pubs, Bars & Inns
Colchester Boutique Hotel
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Colchester Boutique Hotel

 Colchester
Hotels
The Haywain Beefeater
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The Haywain Beefeater

 Stanford le Hope
Restaurants & Places to Eat
Billericay Brewing Company
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Billericay Brewing Company

 Billericay
Vineyards, Breweries & Distilleries in Essex
Zach Willsher

Zach Willsher

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Address: 170-180 Church Road, Benfleet, Essex SS7 4PL
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Phone: 01268 751781
A pub at the heart of the community and proud of our heritage. A quick catch up over a drink with family and friends, or catching all of the live action with our great sports viewing. » More Info
Brewers Fayre Chafford Hundred

Brewers Fayre Chafford Hundred

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Address: Fleming Road, Unicorn Estate, Chafford Hundred, Grays, Essex RM16 6YJ
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Phone: 01375 481153
At Brewers Fayre Chafford Hundred, we’ve got everything your family needs from your local pub! » More Info
The Breakfast Club Chelmsford

The Breakfast Club Chelmsford

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Address: Unit 2 219 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, Essex CM2 0LR
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Phone: 01245 204096
We are a family owned group of cafs that started life in a small, egg yolk yellow fronted slice of heaven in Soho in 2005. Chelmsford is our third location outside of London & we’re proud to be here. » More Info
Brewers Fayre Mulberry Tree

Brewers Fayre Mulberry Tree

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Address: Braintree Bypass, Braintree, Essex CM77 8GG
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Phone: 01376 340914
At Brewers Fayre Mulberry Tree, we’ve got everything your family needs from your local pub! » More Info
Ask Italian Billericay

Ask Italian Billericay

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Address: 91 High Street, Billericay, Essex CM12 9AS
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Phone: 01277 631144
The ASK Italian restaurant in Billericay is open from before lunch into late evening – so whenever you’re ready for Italian food cooked with gusto, prepared with Italian-sourced ingredients, our friendly team is waiting to welcome you. » More Info
The Watermill Beefeater

The Watermill Beefeater

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Address: Felmores, East Mayne, Basildon, Essex SS13 1BW
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Phone: 01268 522227
From breakfast through to dinner, a quick drink from our well-stocked bar to a special occasion, The Watermill Beefeater’s the place to be. » More Info
English Spirit Distillery

English Spirit Distillery

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Address: The Black Barn Great Yeldham Hall, Church Road, Great Yeldham, Halstead, Essex CO9 4PT
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Phone: 01787 237896
English Spirit Distillery is the UK’s most innovative distillery: pioneering the spirit revolution since 2011. » More Info
The Picture Pot

The Picture Pot

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Address: The Green, Bridge Street, Finchingfield, Essex CM7 4JS
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Phone: 01371 811009
The Picture Pot is a very friendly rural village tearoom set in the lovely village of Finchingfield. » More Info
Crouch Ridge Vineyard

Crouch Ridge Vineyard

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Address: Fambridge Road, Althorne, Chelmsford, Essex CM3 6BZ
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Phone: 01621 450450
Visit us for Coffee and Cake, Brunch, Lunch, Afternoon Tea; Wine Tasting and Vineyard Tours, Local Wine and Gin Shop on site. » More Info
The White Hart

The White Hart

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Address: Hart Road, Thundersley, Benfleet, Essex SS7 3PF
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Phone: 01268 882051
Serving up great quality, pub food in warm and welcoming surroundings, The White Hart in Benfleet should be your first port of call for a catch up with friends, a mid-week meal, or a delicious Sunday roast with all the family. » More Info
Redchurch Brewery

Redchurch Brewery

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Address: 15-16 Mead Park Industrial Estate, Harlow, Essex CM20 2SE
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Phone: 01279 626895
Redchurch is an independently owned, SALSA accredited, award winning UK brewery, committed to creating delicious, high quality beers. Our approach is simple, exceptional beers brewed with respect for the process and flavour. » More Info
Caffe Sala

Caffe Sala

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Address: 5 Eld Lane, Colchester, Essex
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Mobile: 07999 310086
Independent fully plant based coffee shop in Colchester, Essex. Quirky interior, great coffee & fantastic staff! » More Info
The Moorhen

The Moorhen

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Address: Burntmill Lane, Harlow, Essex CM20 2QS
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Phone: 01279 423066
You’ll find the Moorhen conveniently located just off the A414. Great for families, the Moorhen is charming, lively and unpretentious. » More Info
The Wheatsheaf Writtle

The Wheatsheaf Writtle

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Address: 70 The Green, Writtle, Chelmsford, Essex CM1 3DU
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Phone: 01245 420672
The Wheatsheaf pub based in Writtle, near Chelmsford in Essex provides a warm welcome to all. » More Info
The Plume of Feathers

The Plume of Feathers

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Address: 123 Church Hill, Loughton, Essex IG10 1QR
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Phone: 0208 502 0444
If you’re looking to tuck into great quality pub food with family and friends, make sure The Plume of Feathers near you is your first port of call! » More Info
Ask Italian Chelmsford

Ask Italian Chelmsford

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Address: Unit 4H - Phase 2 Bond Street, Chelmsford, Essex CM1 1GD
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Phone: 0124 5931255
With the very best Italian food, easy-going atmosphere and warm service, there’s no better place to relax than our ASK Italian Chelmsford restaurant. » More Info
Saffron Grange Vineyard

Saffron Grange Vineyard

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Address: Rowley Hill Farm, Little Walden, Saffron Walden, Essex CB10 1UZ
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Phone: 01799 516597
Saffron Grange is a family-run vineyard producing award-winning, premium quality English Sparkling Wines on the borders of Cambridgeshire and Essex. » More Info
Brewers Fayre Southend on Sea

Brewers Fayre Southend on Sea

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Address: Eastern Esplanade, Southend on Sea, Essex SS1 2YT
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Phone: 01702 414052
At Brewers Fayre Southend on Sea, we’ve got everything your family needs from your local pub! » More Info
Swan Hotel, Pub & Restaurant

Swan Hotel, Pub & Restaurant

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Address: Bull Ring, Thaxted, Essex CM6 2PL
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Phone: 01371 830321
Traditionally built as a coaching inn, The Swan is set amid the quaint features of the surrounding area. » More Info
Ask Italian Lakeside

Ask Italian Lakeside

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Address: Unit 4 The Boardwalk, Lakeside Shopping Centre, West Thurrock, Grays, Essex RM20 2ZN
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Phone: 01708 935565
Located on the boardwalk and overlooking the beautiful lake, ASK Italian is the perfect place to enjoy a little escapism after a busy day. » More Info
Liberty Bell Beefeater

Liberty Bell Beefeater

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Address: Mercury Gardens, Romford, Greater London RM1 3EN
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Phone: 01708 760570
Take your pick from our tasty grills, gourmet burgers, fresh fish dishes, and everything in between. Our exciting kids’ menu has plenty of great-value mains and sweet treats for the little ones, too. » More Info
Harlow Mill Beefeater

Harlow Mill Beefeater

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Address: Cambridge Road, Old Harlow, Essex CM20 2EP
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Phone: 01279 442545
Pull up a chair and get comfy with us at the Harlow Mill Beefeater. » More Info
The Rayleigh Lodge

The Rayleigh Lodge

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Address: 70 The Chase, Rayleigh, Essex SS6 8RW
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Phone: 01268 742149
Serving up great quality, pub food in warm and welcoming surroundings, The Rayleigh Lodge in Rayleigh should be your first port of call for a catch up with friends, a mid-week meal, or a delicious Sunday roast with all the family. » More Info
Brewers Fayre Dagenham

Brewers Fayre Dagenham

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Address: 2 New Road, Dagenham, Greater London RM9 6PS
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Phone: 0208 526 7421
At Brewers Fayre Dagenham, we’ve got everything your family needs from your local pub! » More Info
Owl's Hill Tearoom

Owl's Hill Tearoom

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Address: Owl's Hill, Terling, Chelmsford, Essex CM3 2PW
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Phone: 01245 233100
At Owl's Hill Tearoom we believe that good food is as important as a warm welcome! » More Info
The Rose and Crown Hotel

The Rose and Crown Hotel

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Address: East Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 2TZ
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Phone: 01206 866677
Built in the 14th century, The Rose and Crown Hotel is one of Colchester’s most iconic buildings. Our 39 bedrooms are split between the original building and a purpose-built modern wing. » More Info
Starlight Tea Rooms

Starlight Tea Rooms

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Address: Mersea Road, Colchester, Essex CO2 8RU
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Phone: 01206 560060
At Starlight Tea Rooms, we offer hot & cold drinks, sandwiches, light snacks and choice of cakes. » More Info
Ask Italian Colchester

Ask Italian Colchester

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Address: 16 North Hill, Colchester, Essex CO1 1DZ
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Phone: 01206 366379
The ASK Italian restaurant in Colchester is a bright, light space in a converted house with a vaulted ceiling. To the rear of the restaurant is a dedicated garden for dining outdoors. » More Info
Tuffon Hall Vineyard

Tuffon Hall Vineyard

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Address: Graves Hall Road, Sible Hedingham, Halstead, Essex CO9 3LL
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Phone: 01787 462288
Since 2014, Tuffon Hall Vineyard has been producing award-winning wines from our farm here in East Anglia, farmland which our family has been working for over 100 years. » More Info
Ask Italian Southend on Sea

Ask Italian Southend on Sea

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Address: Unit 7-8 The Broadway, London Road, Southend on Sea, Essex SS1 1TJ
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Phone: 01702 433974
Book a table at the most beautiful Italian restaurant in Southend on Sea, and find out for yourself why our chefs are so highly regarded. » More Info
The Oak Tree Coffee House

The Oak Tree Coffee House

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Address: Unit 4 Highwoods Square, Colchester, Essex CO4 9BB
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Phone: 01206 752934
The Oak Tree Coffee House has been open since October 2010 and is located on Highwoods in Colchester. » More Info
The Bakehouse Coffee Shop

The Bakehouse Coffee Shop

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Address: Madison Heights, Park Drive, Maldon, Essex CM9 5JQ
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Phone: 01621 929511
Great tasting coffee is at the heart of what we do at the Bakehouse. Enjoy a delicious cup of coffee with us here at the Bakehouse, Maldon, or pick one up to takeaway! » More Info
Galleywood Vineyard and Winery

Galleywood Vineyard and Winery

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Address: The Chase, off Brook Lane, Galleywood, Chelmsford, Essex CM2 8FY
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Phone: 01245 476994
Galleywood Estate vineyard started its creation in 2009. The vineyard now covers 20 acres of land and has several varieties of vines planted including Pinot Noir 5 clones, Pinot Meunier 2 clones, Chardonnay 8 clones and Bacchus 2 clones. » More Info
The Queen's Head

The Queen's Head

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Address: 30 Lower Anchor Street, Chelmsford, Essex CM2 0AS
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Phone: 01245 265181
The Queen’s Head is a wonderful street-corner 'local' pub, where the passion for good beer is reflected in the excellent quality of the cask ales on tap. » More Info
The Wheatsheaf

The Wheatsheaf

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Address: 28 New Street, Chelmsford, Essex CM1 1NT
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Phone: 01245 354342
The Wheatsheaf in New Street Chelmsford is a sports orientated pub offering with a community local atmosphere. » More Info
Chelmsford Brew Co.

Chelmsford Brew Co.

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Address: 2 Brewery Fields, Church Street, Great Baddow, Chelmsford, Essex CM2 8JW
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Phone: 01245 476267
We have a shop at the brewery as well as a webstore with a delivery service. We also have a taproom at the brewery to enjoy fresh beer on site. » More Info
Strawberry Field Beefeater

Strawberry Field Beefeater

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Address: Thanet Grange, Off Prince Avenue, Southend on Sea, Essex SS2 6GB
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Phone: 01702 341175
Whether you’re fuelling up for a long flight from Southend Airport, or you’re stopping over before a trip to Southend Beach, you’ve landed at the right spot with us at the Strawberry Field Beefeater. » More Info
Coastal Coffee

Coastal Coffee

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Address: 2 Yorick Road, West Mersea, Essex CO5 8HT
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Phone: 01206 382885
A speciality coffee house on Mersea Island on the East Anglian Coast. » More Info
The Albert Beefeater

The Albert Beefeater

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Address: Cowdray Avenue, Colchester, Essex CO1 1UT
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Phone: 01206 561914
With great tasting quality steak as well as an affordable menu with choice for the whole family, we’re always here with a warm welcome. » More Info
Red Fox Brewery

Red Fox Brewery

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Address: The Chicken Sheds Upp Hall Farm, Salmon’s lane, Coggeshall, Essex CO6 1RY
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Phone: 01376 563123
Red Fox Brewery was created in July 2008, in a refurbished chicken shed at Upp Hall Farm. Brewing began in August, and it has been producing award winning beers ever since. » More Info
Mighty Oak Brewing Company

Mighty Oak Brewing Company

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Address: 21a West Station Yard, Spital Road, Maldon, Essex
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Phone: 01621 843713
We have a shop on site where you can buy our beer in minipins, polypins & firkins, as well as cider, spirit and lots of fun beer related gift items. » More Info
Beefeater Saffron Walden

Beefeater Saffron Walden

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Address: Thaxted Road, Saffron Walden, Essex CB10 2SG
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Phone: 01799 611836
We first fired up the grill in 1974, and we’ve been serving up a combination of great steak and friendly service ever since. » More Info
The Bakehouse Coffee Shop

The Bakehouse Coffee Shop

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Address: Wyses Road, Chelmsford, Essex CM1 3SN
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Phone: 01245 248245
Great tasting coffee is at the heart of what we do at the Bakehouse. Enjoy a delicious cup of coffee with us here at the Bakehouse, Chelmsford, or pick one up to takeaway! » More Info
The Square and Compasses

The Square and Compasses

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Address: Fuller Street, Fairstead, Chelmsford, Essex CM3 2BB
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Phone: 01245 361477
The Square and Compasses is a traditional country pub set in the picturesque countryside of rural Essex. » More Info
Brentwood Brewing Co.

Brentwood Brewing Co.

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Address: Calcott Hall Farm Ongar Road, Pilgrims Hatch, Brentwood, Essex CM15 9HS
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Phone: 01277 200483 Mobile: 07921 139625
A wide range of quality real ales in cask, keg and bottles is available online and from the Brewery Shop as well as tours, brewery experience days and beer festival services. » More Info
Blue Owl Pottery Painting Cafe & Gift Shop

Blue Owl Pottery Painting Cafe & Gift Shop

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Address: Nayland Road, Great Horkesley, Colchester, Essex CO6 4AH
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Phone: 01206 271990
Blue Owl is a small family run business based in a converted country pub just outside Colchester in Essex. We pride ourselves on providing a friendly, relaxing atmosphere for you to be creative! » More Info
The Mayflower Brewers Fayre

The Mayflower Brewers Fayre

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Address: Parkeston Road, Dovercourt, Harwich, Essex CO12 4NX
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Phone: 01255 509661
At The Mayflower Brewers Fayre, we’ve got everything your family needs from your local pub! » More Info
Colchester Boutique Hotel

Colchester Boutique Hotel

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Address: 4-6 North Hill, Colchester, Essex CO1 1QF
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Phone: 01206 573005
Colchester Boutique Hotel is a fully serviced Hotel with Bar, Restaurant, Terrace Garden & meeting rooms, all on-site. We host private functions and wedding receptions. » More Info
The Haywain Beefeater

The Haywain Beefeater

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Address: High Road, Fobbing, Stanford le Hope, Essex SS17 9NR
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Phone: 01268 554500
From breakfast through to dinner, a quick drink from our well-stocked bar to a special occasion, The Haywain Beefeater is the place to be. » More Info
Billericay Brewing Company

Billericay Brewing Company

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Address: 54c Chapel Street, Billericay, Essex CM12 9LS
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Phone: 01277 500121 Mobile: 07788 373129
Microbrewery based in Billericay. Maker of craft ales of character. Shop & Micropub selling own beers, other local Essex & London Beers. » More Info