Another fabulous meal sitting outside in the sun for breakfast with a friend. Good quality ingredients and very good service.
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – Colchester
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Another fabulous meal sitting outside in the sun for breakfast with a friend. Good quality ingredients and very good service.
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterBeautiful breakfast great surroundings on the terrace on a sunny morning… bought a load of flowers after .. perfect morning
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterGreat location for breakfast , especially on a sunny morning out on the terrace seating. Excellent food and friendly staff
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterWe recently came for lunch (14 of us). From the time of booking to the actual lunch, we found the staff very friendly and accommodating. One guest mentioned their soup was salty so unable to eat and scampi undercooked to their liking, but noted the waitress was helpful when it was pointed out to her. We found the bill confusing with how food and drink was listed but again the waitress was very helpful and patient in explanations. Food ( we had a variety from the paninis, seafood grill, omelette, salmon, jacket potato and burger) and service was good and we were really made to feel welcome. When we are in the area we will visit again!
The Bakers Arms – IngatestoneAmazing food excellent service great atmosphere
The Ship Gidea Park – RomfordReally lovely Sunday lunch sitting out in the sunshine in the delightful pub garden! Food and service were excellent definitely will return- thank you!
The Dukes Head – Bishops StortfordMade a visit on Saturday night having not been for a few years. Certainly weren't disappointed . Delicious food all served beautifully by the most delightful lady who couldn't have been more helpful. The bar lady was also incredibly friendly. We felt very welcome. A beautiful country pub we will certainly be back.
The Hare and Hounds – ColchesterLittle gem of a restaurant between Southend and Leigh. Funky decor and atmospheric. Menu changes regularly and servings are very generous. staff are very friendly and they don’t mind if you take the dog.
Stoked Vegan BBQ – SouthendGreat Food and Service The fillet Steak was excellent Pub busy as a singer playing, great music . Thank you for your kindness and lovely service
The Bakers Arms – IngatestoneAbsolutely delicious food with a great vibe and friendly staff. Will definitely be back to try the new menu and come for cocktails and board games
Stoked Vegan BBQ – SouthendThis place is 11/10. First, the owner Billy is so hospitable and makes you feel welcome from the moment you enter the vicinity. He takes the time to actually have a conversation and get to know you (even though he is mega busy running this awesome establishment) Now for the food. There are just no words to describe the flavour explosion that happens to your tastebuds ! I will say this - Crispy Chilli ‘beef’ - you wont regret it. Can’t wait to visit again.:)
Stoked Vegan BBQ – SouthendA lovely venue to eat, tasty food and well cooked but The skate x 2 on the specials board was ordered but only 1 was available A monkfish alternative was offered for one of the dishes which was fine but what we got was 2 x mix of monkfish and skate We ordered 1 skate and 1 monkfish so an obvious mix up but ok however not a lot of fish was in either dish so a bit disappointing The open club sandwich was lovely so was the ham egg and chips albeit chops a bit too salty We were not offered a coffee at the end and we had to ask at the counter
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterThe food and service were brilliant, always love the vibes and music in there
Stoked Vegan BBQ – SouthendA great evening
The Dukes Head – Bishops StortfordA quick visit but loved the duck salad. Tasty and fresh.
The Hare and Hounds – ColchesterGreat experience! My kids love the food and can't stop talking about it
Spoon World Buffet and Bar – BasildonWe went there for a birthday brunch. Unfortunately, the food was disappointing , my mothers food wasn't cooked properly. We mentioned it to 2 people before the manager came over. Who was helpful and offered us alternatives but this didn't compensate for what we missed.
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterLovely lunch present for 80th birthday, Food was great . Mixed sea food grill amazing. Very generous portions, chicken pie great also , too much for my brother. Staff very friendly
The Bakers Arms – IngatestoneSet Menu: 2 courses, £18; 3 courses, £22. Available Monday to Thursday.
Buy 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.