11/10 amazing milkshakes and chips, all 7 of my friends who came loved it ! It's a tradition in the making ❤️
Grumpys Diner – Southend
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11/10 amazing milkshakes and chips, all 7 of my friends who came loved it ! It's a tradition in the making ❤️
Grumpys Diner – SouthendExcellent meal and service , value for money.
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterChristmas lunch for two of us, chosen from the ‘Christmas’ menu. Choice of dishes, food, service and ambience all outstanding, better than we had expected. Decent value for food and drink:
The Blue Anchor – ColchesterWe had a lovely time at our Christmas lunch yesterday and the staff were all so lovely, especially the young lady who served us (sorry didn’t ask her name) Table was big and difficult to manoeuvre in and out but it didn’t spoil things The only thing that we felt the need to complain about were the rock hard roast potatoes which most of us were unable to cut but overall, very nice meal. Thanks
The Blue Anchor – ColchesterConsistently great food. I’m fairly fussy, but they always get it right. Helpful staff and good value too. Every time I’ve visited.
Grumpys Diner – SouthendGreat lunch here on Sunday, food and wine was lovely, impeccable service too. We all enjoyed it!
The Blue Anchor – ColchesterGreat food, great staff but just a bit cold in the restaurant hope it’s warmer when we come on Christmas Eve can we please sit where there are the table cloths.
The Blue Anchor – ColchesterGreat food good quality, Nice atmosphere. Welcoming staff
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – Colchesterlovely place to go as a garden centre and eatery - 'hidden' away before the melee of Stanway. Other centres may be bigger but I thought this centre better in many ways. good parking. light and airy covered shopping area. cosy and comfortable eating area with a good choice of food and drink. Staff were very helpful and happy! Definitely go again and again :)
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterThe food was plentiful and the staff were generally helpful although the young man taking payment when we entered could do with some customer service training. It was busy and dishes were being replenished regularly but there were very limited options for two of our party who are vegan. There were also less choices of desserts than we’ve found on previous visits. The price has gone up and the quality has gone dotin my opinion
Spoon World Buffet and Bar – BasildonBest cheese scones we have had. Staff are friendly and efficient. Recommend booking as it is very popular.
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterIt was very good value and the meal was delicious and we all had a lovely time,
The Blue Anchor – ColchesterBrilliant food served with a smile
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterAbsolutely superb breakfast as always! The ladies here deliver an excellent customer experience.
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterMy friend and I had a lovely lunch at The Barn Cafe. The food was wonderful and the staff very pleasant. Thank you.
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterClever noise control. Good All Day Breakfast
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterWe had the Sunday Roast at Stoked. Absolutely one of the best roasts we have had in a long time. The Wellington wasn't the only star of the show, the carrots with a hint of cumin worked really well and the stuffing was out of this world, everything was so good and very decent portion. The chocolate brownie for dessert was also one of the best we have had, very gooey and much more dessert than cake like. I really hope the cocktail I had which was a special of, Gin and poached pear, becomes a regular!
Stoked Vegan BBQ – SouthendOur first visit and we loved everything about it. We will be back!
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterBuy one main course and get the second one for a quid. Offer available all day Monday-Friday from 5 January 2026.
Get a glass of Prosecco for £3 every Friday between 5pm and 7pm.