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A photo of Slug & Lettuce - Southend on Sea restaurant
1.0
(1)
Price: Moderate
• International • Southend-On-Sea
While Southend itself is known for its pier, it’s nearly as famous for our large beer garden. Sit back, slap on the sun screen and enjoy a nice cold beer, glass of wine or a cocktail, served to your table by one of our dedicated team members. Whether it’s for breakfast, lunch or dinner, a quiet drink with friends or a big night out, we look forward to seeing you soon in our bar.
A photo of La Petite Petanque restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(40)
Price: Moderate
• British • Southend-On-Sea
Booked 3 times today
A Beautiful Restaurant in the perfect settingOpen every day with three dining areas, including terrace seatingServing Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon Tea and Evening Dining Events.For Afternoon Tea please call the restaurant to book and pay deposit.
A photo of The Grove restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(24)
Price: Moderate
• Bistro • Canvey Island
Booked 2 times today
Our refreshed menu includes Jerk Chicken, Rib Cap Burger and small plates. Plus the dishes that our customers love including our iconic chop salad and Malaysian curry. You'll be able to enjoy our taco, fish and sandwich of the day specials which change weekly. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner and during winter season we serve roast dinner specials every Sunday.Bar stool window seats and charging points available are ideal for working remotely. Located for easy pre-work coffee if you're commuting too!Walk through to the dining area, where you will find a luxurious space, with beautiful textures and an amazing, illuminated elevated ceiling. The perfect dinner setting with velvet bench-style seats, paired with white marble tables and stunning vintage print walls. Our outdoor terrace area boasts a fantastic view of the Estuary, perfect in the summer to enjoy cocktails or sa winter warm up after a dog walk with dessert and coffee.
A photo of Sands By The Sea restaurant
3.8
Excellent(296)
Price: Moderate
• British • Southend-On-Sea
Booked 1 time today
We specialise in providing wholesome, tasty food in a pleasant environment with friendly staff for affordable prices.Our family-friendly restaurant specialises in simple, traditional great value cuisine served with a smile, in fabulous surroundings with stunning views. It’s a great setting for a much-needed break from shopping, a casual business meeting, working lunch or just a drink with your mates.Visit http://www.sandsbythesea.co.uk/sands-by-the-sea-menu/ to view our delicious menu
A photo of Afternoon Tea at Sands By The Sea restaurant
4.1
Excellent(63)
Price: Moderate
• Afternoon Tea • Southend-On-Sea
Booked 1 time today
Sands by the Sea isn’t just about the amazing fish & chips and private functions – it is also very well known for it’s Afternoon Tea!Enjoy a selection of sandwiches, petit cakes and tea or coffee whilst enjoying the amazing views across the Thames Estuary with your friends and family
A photo of Alex Southend On Sea restaurant
Price: Moderate
• British • Southend-On-Sea
Situated near the seafront and high street, but far enough off the circuit to feel like a secret place. The Alex is one of the friendliest pubs in town and for many it feels like home. With a friendly vibe unrivalled in the area, it'd be rude not to pop in. Oh, and did we mention that we've got an Xbox with a stack of games and a SNES with Street Fighter 2, so you can challenge your mates for the next round!Head to our Facebook page to keep up to date with all of our events and offers.
A photo of The Greedy Breakfast restaurant
4.3
Awesome(12)
Price: Moderate
• Breakfast • Rochford
Booked 3 times today
Welcome to TGB! The Greedy Breakfast: Cosy breakfast and brunch spotThe Green Bottle: Secret speakeasy Jazz and Blues BarWe look forward to seeing you.
A photo of 1935 Rooftop restaurant
3.7
Very Good(34)
Price: Moderate
• British • Southend-On-Sea
Welcome to the only Rooftop Restaurant and Bar in Essex. Our 1935 Restaurant located at next to London Southend Airport offers a spectacular dining experience and views to match. The striking, fully sound proof 1935 Rooftop Restaurant and Bar sits at the top of the five storey Holiday Inn Southend and takes its name from the year that the airport opened as a municipal airport to the public. Open seven days a week offering breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner.
A photo of Loyal toast restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(16)
Price: Moderate
• Pub • Leigh-On-Sea
A warm & friendly public house within the Eastwood community. We offer a wide selection of wines, beers & premium spirits. Prosecco and Champagne also available for those special occasions. We We have a variety of dishes ranging from street food & flatbread pizzas to British dishes such as our infamous fish & chips. With friendly staff, great service and a passion for good food at affordable prices, it has to be worth a toast.
A photo of Oakwood Leigh on Sea restaurant
4.3
Awesome(6)
Price: Moderate
• British • Leigh-On-Sea
The Oakwood is a large family-run pub, with a large sports area, benefiting from a large range of facilities, from two pool tables to the quiet restaurant. When you visit this pub, you will be given a warm welcome.This pub is always running local events and showing a variety of live acts (including Jazz on Mondays to live bands at the weekends! We also show Football and Horse Racing.

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  • WingVIP
    London •34 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jun 22, 2025
    Reliable spot with bowling green views. In a trendy conservation area. Certainly unique to Southend. Away from the usual seaside type of eateries. Hidden spot we go to here from east London. Food always fresh, locally sourced. Sunday roasts are a treat and one for the classic quiet ambience of the former bowling green clubhouse. Akin to what one expects from independent gastro pubs or bistros in Islington and Greenwich. Except prices are reasonable, the decor is definitely unique and you can go to the beach and amusements after. Must be my 5th time here now.
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    La Petite PetanquePrice: Moderate• British• Southend-On-Sea
    4.8
  • AishaVIP
    London •30 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jun 22, 2025
    Visited for a family breakfast, excellent friendly and efficient service. We had a lovely sunny day so enjoyed the outside seating area. Food was delicious, we look forward to returning soon.
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    The GrovePrice: Moderate• Bistro• Canvey Island
    4.6
  • Kelly
    Essex •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on May 30, 2025
    One of our favourite places to eat out, the loaded fries with cheese and bacon is the best we've tried. The team are friendly and helpful and the atmosphere is lovely
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    Sands By The SeaPrice: Moderate• British• Southend-On-Sea
    3.8
  • OpenTable Diner
    Essex •1 review
    4.0
    Dined on Jul 26, 2024
    The venue is beautiful and a calm setting with great views. The food was on the whole was ample and a good selection. The sandwiches were a little dry on both sides and although there was a great selection of cakes, there were three of us and sometimes only 1 or 2 of the mini cakes on offer. Everything else had three eg three sandwiches, three scones Every all it was a great experience and value for money.
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    Afternoon Tea at Sands By The SeaPrice: Moderate• Afternoon Tea• Southend-On-Sea
    4.1
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