Diners' Choice: Good for business meals restaurants in Essex

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Updated September 05, 2024

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The House by Hilly Gant

4.8

4.8 (1159)

£41 and over

British

Braintree

About the restaurant

We've been serving the people of Braintree and beyond since 2015 and in that time have humbly become ‘one of Essex’s best restaurants.’ We have received recognition from the AA, having been awarded an AA Rosette for ‘culinary excellence’ for five consecutive years, and then in 2023 we received our second rosette, putting the restaurant amongst the top 10 restaurants in Essex. Our food is of course one of our main focuses, but we don’t just stop there. Attentive, relaxed and friendly service is as important as the food and our objective is to make your visit an enjoyably memorable one. Our exceptional wine supplier, Peter Watts Wines (based up the road in Coggeshall) allows us to offer you delicious wines of an exceptional quality. Then add some cocktails, jazz, personality, creativity, a few hidden quirks and we like to think this all culminates to create a truly wonderful experience. Life is about memories; we want to be part of your best ones.

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Lorraine

Dined 1 day ago

Fabulous service as always Lovely food and friendly staff

Carluccio's - Fenwick Colchester

4.7

4.7 (380)

£26 to £40

Italian

Colchester

About the restaurant

Here at Carluccio's, we’ve always been true to our Italian heritage and what food really means to us. The best ingredients, from the best regions, cooked with love.

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Oggie

Dined 3 days ago

Very friendly staff, food served freshly cooked and quickly. Food was superb, as usual, and excellent value for money. We keep going back again, and again.

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The Eyna

4.7

4.7 (685)

£26 to £40

Turkish

Basildon

About the restaurant

The Eyna is a new, refreshing, traditional Turkish cuisine coming to the heart of Basildon. With a open-plan dining experience, open kitchen & central bar, we're sure this will be your perfect location for all types of events or casual dining.

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Samantha Jane

Dined 2 days ago

Delicious food and beautifully presented gin and tonics and cocktails.. extremely attentive staff and a delightful ambience. ..a real special occasion place

Green Room Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (771)

£26 to £40

Modern European

Colchester

About the restaurant

The Green Room is changing with a fresh new look, extensive wine list and new style menu with something to suit every ones appetite!

Our Small plates menu will be starting Saturday 11th February.

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Zelda

Dined 2 days ago

Been to the Green Room numerous times. The food was good value for money. I enjoyed the fish and chips and my husband the liver and bacon. I did like the menu when there was a choice of small dishes like we had a year ago last April, so would be nice to have the choice. Staff were very friendly and helpful.

Alec's Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (88)

£41 and over

Seafood

Brentwood

About the restaurant

Alec’s Restaurant opened in 2010 and has established itself as one of Essex’s leading fish Restaurants. Alec’s prides itself on quality ingredients and exceptional service.
Unwind with a premium bottle of wine or signature cocktail in the comfortable lounge before taking a seat in the elegant main dining room, which can accommodate 120 guests.
Roaring fires in the winter and a delightful outdoor dining area in the summer, only enhance the elegant building.
The menu at Alec’s Restaurant is traditionally British and sets out to provide simple, quality fresh food. Although predominantly a seafood restaurant serving the finest fish and shellfish, mouth-watering meat dishes add to this impressive menu.
We are proud to follow the MSC code of conduct for sustainably sourced seafood. Plus, all seafood and fish are wild and ‘day boat caught’ from across Britain.
Please note that this restaurant operates a strict policy of no children under 12 years, and a smart casual dress code.

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Samantha

Dined on Aug 24, 2024

We have been to Alec’s several times, food is excellent as always, however we did feel very rushed, our main course arrived very quickly after our starters. The service is good but at a top end restaurant they should know what guest ordered what and shouldn’t have to ask when serving.

Caesar@Dolphin

4.6

4.6 (220)

£26 to £40

European

Braintree

About the restaurant

A traditional restaurant complete with low ceilings, beams, real fires and a cosy bar still frequented by the locals, it’s the pride of place pizza oven that makes Caesar @ Dolphin stand out from many village inns. That and the seasonal menu of big-flavoured dishes underpinned by strong technical skill

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Steve

Dined on Aug 31, 2024

The food and service were excellent. Thank you. the venue is quiet and has character.

Banquet Chinese

4.5

4.5 (1583)

£26 to £40

Cantonese

Colchester

About the restaurant

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Banquet Chinese is a restaurant and venue unlike any other found in Colchester or North Essex today. This is Chinese food the way it is meant to be experienced! Our mouth-watering dishes are cooked to perfection by award-winning chefs using only the freshest and finest ingredients.

The interior has been carefully chosen and imported from China to create a genuine and sophisticated yet relaxed atmosphere in which to enjoy your lunch or evening meal, perhaps together with a bottle of wine from the well rounded wine list supplied by Liberty Wines.

Please take some time to familiarise yourself with Banquet Chinese here on our website. Have a look at our menus and wine lists. Read about Dim Sum, the delicious little dishes perfect as starters or as a light and sophisticated lunch time meal. Polite notice: Parties of 10 or more guests will be required to choose from one of our dedicated set menus.

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Pauline

Dined 2 days ago

Our first visit staff were very helpful changed our table without us asking for me. Food was excellent will definitely go back

The Green Man at Lindsell

4.5

4.5 (106)

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

Great Dunmow

About the restaurant

Welcome back to the Green Man at Lindsell. Now currently under new management and direction!

In our cosy bar we have retained the buildings original features and given it a fresh contemporary edge where we welcome both drinkers and diners alike and our tables are available on a ‘first come’ basis offering an extensive range of dishes from salads, sharing planks to wholesome pub classics.

Our 70 seat a la carte restaurant to the rear of the property is also not to be missed, with crisp white linen, delicious food and an extensive wine list making it the ideal place for lunch, dinner or any other special occasions. Bookings are welcome and recommended. Please visit our website for restaurant opening hours.

We also have a large terrace area and extensive garden to dine alfresco or enjoy a champagne cocktail. We welcome families and have plenty of area for children to play. So come on in and take a look around and we hope to see you soon!

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Patricia

Dined on Aug 30, 2024

Lovely pub with excellent food. Friendly efficient and professional service

Funky Monk

4.2

4.2 (156)

£26 to £40

British

Epping

About the restaurant

Welcome to the Funky Monk, nestled in the heart of Epping, where the spirit of classic hospitality runs deep in our veins. Our passion lies in curating delectable seasonal British fare using time-honoured culinary methods. We proudly present an extensive array of distinctive boutique and traditional wines that continually spark conversations and intrigue among our guests.

Join us for a delightful evening with your friends or that special someone. On Fridays and Saturdays, we amp up the excitement with live entertainment in our restaurant, creating the perfect atmosphere for you to groove, though we kindly request you keep your dancing feet off the tables!

For an even more enchanting experience, consider reserving one of our Suites, allowing you to savour the magic just a bit longer. The Funky Monk is where cherished memories are made, so come and dine with us soon!

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Aug 31, 2024

Great night out, overall very good indeed, rooms were lovely, service was excellent, food was good, music was fabulous!

Minoa

4.2

4.2 (43)

£26 to £40

Pan-Asian

Marks Gates

About the restaurant

Embark on a culinary journey through the vibrant flavours of Asia at our exquisite pan-Asian fine dining establishment in Essex. Indulge in meticulously crafted dishes inspired by the rich culinary traditions of China, Japan, Thailand, and beyond, all expertly prepared with the finest ingredients and presented with artistic flair. From delicate sushi creations to aromatic stir-fries and tantalising curries, each dish promises a symphony of taste sensations that will transport you to the heart of Asia.

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Z123

Dined on Aug 14, 2024

Decor was great, service from Hiraa was terrific, she was very positive, attentive and helpful. Food was nice, some things were too crispy and I would have liked more variety of flavours. Overall a good choice.

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