Diners' Choice: Healthy restaurants in Essex

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall healthy cuisine in Essex? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Lot Bar & Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (1454)

£26 to £40

Contemporary European

Brentwood

About the restaurant

Lot Bar and Restaurant is a family run business offering freshly prepared food from 8am until 10pm daily. Whether you are looking for an informal breakfast or light lunch with friends or a 3 course celebration dinner in the evening or simply a drink in the bar after work, we have the best to offer locally.
We at Lot Bar and Restaurant take pride the quality of our ingredients, the high standard of presentation and excellent service. A seasonally changing breakfast and lunch menu offers everything you could want from a kitchen and our evening A la carte menu includes restaurant favourites as well as daily changing specials. On Sunday afternoons we offer the best Roast available. Our wine list, available from 11am, is curated by us to include the faithful, the unusual and the interesting.

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KatrynaVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Amazing as always. Staff super friendly and very helpful

La Petite Petanque

4.8

4.8 (39)

£25 and under

British

Southend-On-Sea

About the restaurant

A Beautiful Restaurant in the perfect setting
Open every day with three dining areas, including terrace seating
Serving Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon Tea and Evening Dining Events.
For Afternoon Tea please call the restaurant to book and pay deposit.

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Fiona

Dined 3 days ago

Lovely food. Great atmosphere. Comprehensive gluten free menu, which is great for me!

Banquet Chinese

4.7

4.7 (1744)

£26 to £40

Cantonese

Colchester

About the restaurant

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Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Sunday from 5pm.

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.

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BarryVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Food, drinks, service OUTSTANDING!!!!!!! Top quality in every department, as always. We never go anywhere else!!!!!!

Carluccio's - Fenwick Colchester

4.7

4.7 (426)

£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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Alan

Dined 4 days ago

Our first time eating here it was a pleasant surprise the food was delicious the staff fantastic and we will definitely go back soon

Caesar@Dolphin

4.7

4.7 (264)

£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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Rob

Dined 3 days ago

Lovely meal and staff very friendly and attentive.

The Anchor Inn - Nayland

4.6

4.6 (1987)

£25 and under

British

Nayland

About the restaurant

A traditional country pub with a warm welcome, The Anchor Inn offers a fine selection of cask ales and fresh, home-cooked food. Set in the beautiful village of Nayland, open fires and a cosy atmosphere make the Anchor a wonderful winter bolthole, and the banks of the River Stour provide glorious al fresco dining throughout the summer months.

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GraceVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Attentive staff, good food with lots of options and a lovely setting especially sitting outside.

The Swan Inn Felsted

4.6

4.6 (89)

£26 to £40

Italian

Felsted

About the restaurant

Discover a haven of flavours and ambiance at The Swan Inn, a charming gastro pub nestled in the heart of Felsted, Essex.

For those seeking an embrace of comfort and authenticity, The Italian Kitchen awaits. Guided by the hands of Chef Nino, every bite echoes the streets and homes of Italy. Whether it's the comforting touch of pizza, the allure of pasta, the charm of tapas, or the timeless notes of traditional Italian fare, Nino brings Italy to you. And with And with our full restaurant and alfresco seating, let Felsted feel a touch more Mediterranean.

If Sunday means gathering with loved ones over a hearty meal, The Sunday Roast is where you belong. Crafted by Chef Nino, our roast is a celebration of timeless British flavors, featuring tender cuts, golden potatoes, seasonal vegetables, and traditional, rich, savory gravies—all served with the warmth and care of a family feast. Proud to make Sunday in Felsted feel just a bit more special.

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Clair

Dined on Jun 8, 2025

Service was a little slow but staff were all very polite and friendly, the food was perfect!! Will definitely go back

Trio

4.6

4.6 (58)

£26 to £40

Italian

Saffron Walden

About the restaurant

At our restaurant, we believe that dining is more than just a meal—it's an experience that brings people together. Our ethos is built on the foundation of family, community, and shared moments.
We understand that family doesn't have to be defined by blood; it includes friends, partners, and anyone with whom we share a special bond.

We offer seating across two floors, and you are welcome to request either upstairs or downstairs seating when making your reservation. However, please note that during busy periods, we may not always be able to guarantee your preferred seating choice. If you have any accessibility or mobility concerns, kindly mention them in your booking, and we will do our best to accommodate your needs. Thank you for your understanding!

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Paul

Dined 7 days ago

This was our first visit to Trio following some good reports from friends and neighbours. We were very impressed with all aspects of our visit and we will be back. Young staff most attentive

SUSHI & SALAD SAFFRON WALDEN

4.6

4.6 (51)

£26 to £40

Japanese

Saffron Walden

About the restaurant

Sushi and Salad Saffron Walden offers an exceptional dining experience, specialising in authentic Japanese cuisine, fresh sushi, vibrant salads, and traditional Japanese dishes. Our guests rave about the quality of ingredients, flavourful meals, and outstanding service. Whether you’re dining in for a casual meal or celebrating a special occasion, our welcoming atmosphere and dedication to excellence ensure every visit is memorable. Enjoy sushi rolls, tempura, ramen, and more, all made with locally sourced ingredients. Discover why we’re a local favourite for Japanese food in Saffron Walden.

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Hannah

Dined on Jun 3, 2025

Delicious food, lovely ambience and fair prices. Would definitely visit again!!

Minoa

4.1

4.1 (82)

£26 to £40

Pan-Asian

Marks Gates

About the restaurant

For parties larger than 8 people on Fridays and Saturdays, please contact the restaurant directly.

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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Godwin

Dined 3 days ago

We had a fantastic experience. Staff were welcoming,friendly, attentive and serviceable. Food was delicious and adequate amount provided which we appreciated. That said we felt slightly hurried to place our food order. We arrived on time for our 2:30pm booking but no sooner had we settled in than we were informed the kitchen would close at 3:00pm therefore they required us to place our orders before then.They however reiterated the bar would remain open till late.

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