Smiths Restaurant Ongar

Name: Smiths Restaurant Ongar
Address: Fyfield Road, Ongar, Essex, United Kingdom, CM5 0AL
Telephone: 01277 365578
Price range: £41 and over
Rating: 4.8

4.8 (5209)

£41 and over

Seafood

Fyfield Road, Ongar, Essex CM5 0AL

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2 people

Jul 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 38 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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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

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Energetic

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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

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Smiths Restaurant Ongar offers consistently exceptional dining experiences with "excellent food and service as always." Guests rave about the "superb quality" of meals, including fresh seafood and delicious fish dishes. The staff are "friendly, attentive, and professional," making it a perfect choice for special occasions or a memorable meal.

5,209 Reviews

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Trevor
Essex1 review
3.0
Dined on June 7, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
Food and service great. But don’t expect to hold a conversation with any one. Too much background noise. Need soft furnishings so you can speak and be heard. DONT GO ON A SATURDAY EAVENING!
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Satish VIP
London33 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service as always. Always an excellent experience
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Darren
Essex2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Superb food and service as always. We always dine at Smiths for special occasions. And they always make you feel special.
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Tim
Berkshire3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent food and service, ideal for a celebration or special event.
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Di
Essex1 review
5.0
Dined on June 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We visited Smith Seafood restaurant ,to celebrate my husband's birthday , after my friend recommended it. My husband loves seafood and was impressed of the whole restaurant ,from the polite doorman, the attentive waiters, fantastic food and great service! HIGHLY RECOMMEND it to anyone who likes good food and elegant environment!!
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AndrewS
Hertfordshire6 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was excellent and the food was great along with a good atmosphere (lunch)
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Anita
Bath/Somerset3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food as ever was amazing. The presentation was impeccable and the taste of our dishes were simply gorgeous! The set menu is good value for money and I like the fact that you regularly change your set menus slightly
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bosky
London9 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really lovely restaurant . Food and service was exceptional . Highly recommended
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Laurie
Essex3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First but not the last time. Will definitely return. Visit was excellent.
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CHRISTINA
London14 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Smith’s is always very good but last night was even better. Excellent service from a charming young waiter. Each time we go we try different dishes from the menu. This time as a starter the scallops with wild garlic risotto - gorgeous. Main course was the seafood gratin - excellent. Finished off with the pina colada cheesecake -stunning!!!
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2 people

Jul 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 38 times today

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.

Smiths Restaurant Ongar

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Smith's Fish Soup

Mixed Vegetables

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