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Smiths Restaurant Ongar, Ongar, Essex

Smiths Restaurant Ongar

4.8 (5198)
£41 and over
Seafood
Fyfield Road, Ongar, Essex CM5 0AL

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 33 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
Priding ourselves on our motto ‘Famous for fish’ Smiths Restaurants is a name that has become synonymous with fine dining and quality, attentive service. Our restaurants are located in Ongar Essex (just off the A414) and Wapping in central London (near Tower Bridge). Both restaurants boast an extensive menu of fresh fish that we offer to cook in a variety of ways to suit every palette. We also offer locally sourced meat dishes to accommodate those who prefer their food terra firma. To compliment the quality of our food we have worked closely with well renowned independent wine merchants to ensure we have a selection of wines that are the perfect accompaniment to every meal. The only problem you may have a Smith’s is being spoilt for choice.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 6:00 pm–11:30 pm Fri 5:45 am–12:00 pm Sat 5:30 pm–12:30 am Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–4:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–7:30 pm
  • Phone number
    01277 365578
  • Website
    http://smithsrestaurants.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Richard
  • Private party facilities
    The Smith’s unique private dining experience is the perfect choice for your special occasion. Our stunning private bar is suitable for both seated dinners for up to 22 guests round one table where you will be looked after by your own personal waiter or up to 28 people on separate tables.
  • Location
    Fyfield Road, Ongar, Essex CM5 0AL
  • Neighborhood
    Ongar
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Smiths Restaurant Ongar's menu was last updated on 3/13/2024.

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What 5,198 people are saying

Smiths Restaurant Ongar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Essex

    Best Overall

  • Essex

    Best Food

  • Essex

    Best Service

  • Essex

    Best Ambiance

  • Essex

    Best Value

  • Essex

    Good for business meals

  • Essex

    Great for fine wines

  • Essex

    Good for special occasions

  • Essex

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Smiths Restaurant Ongar consistently impresses with "fantastic food and impeccable service." Guests rave about the "delicious and beautifully presented dishes," making it a top choice for special occasions. While the atmosphere is lively, some may find it "a little noisy." Nonetheless, the friendly and attentive staff ensure a memorable dining experience.
5,198 Reviews

  1. Sergio VIP

    London21 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service, food and ambiance, as always!!! Tables are unfortunately a little too close to each other to the point that if you are sitting against the wall you will most likely have to ask the table next to you to be moved... A little too close... 4 stars in general as there is a lack of privacy, you can hear conversations from tables next to yours but food is really really good.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff are amazing, food is delicious, what more do you want

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  3. Paul

    Dublin1 review

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Great food service rushed made the whole experience to intense

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  4. Sue

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, good size portions, attentive friendly staff, a really love birthday celebration afternoon. Thank you!

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  5. vicki

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had another amazing lunch at Smiths. All the staff were amazing but specially our waitress (sorry I have forgotten your name) was wonderful and very attentive. Nothing was too much for her. Can’t wait to return

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  6. Jane

    Essex1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food very tasty, good portions except little disappointed with the Scottish langoustines for the price not much meat , scallops good size , loved my main of Dover sole , sides excellent too , really enjoyed .Staff very welcoming, polite and attentive

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  7. Nigel

    Essex1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really good dining experience, lovely food, good ambience and not as expensive as you'd expect. We enjoyed it very much and will definitely return.

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  8. Suzanne

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another wonderful meal. Service is excellent and quality is of a a consistently high standard.

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  9. Roger

    Essex3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Smith's just get it right. It's as simple as that. They catered for us as a family, 23 in all, back in April and again they didn't disappoint. Well done everyone at Smith's.

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  10. Yvonne

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    excellent on every level but the prices reflect that.

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FAQs

Smiths Restaurant Ongar is rated 4.8 stars by 5198 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 33 times today
Google Map for Smiths Restaurant Ongar

Fyfield Road, Ongar, Essex CM5 0AL

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Ongar
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 6:00 pm–11:30 pm Fri 5:45 am–12:00 pm Sat 5:30 pm–12:30 am Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–4:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–7:30 pm
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Richard
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://smithsrestaurants.com/
  • Phone number
    01277 365578
  • Private party facilities
    The Smith’s unique private dining experience is the perfect choice for your special occasion. Our stunning private bar is suitable for both seated dinners for up to 22 guests round one table where you will be looked after by your own personal waiter or up to 28 people on separate tables.
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