With views that are sure to bring out the romantic in you, and a menu that will have your tastebuds leaping to life, The Coast Inn is just the place for lengthy lunches and epic evening meals. A cosy interior is perfect for morning coffee and a naughty slice of...
Read more about The Coast Inn in Mersea IslandTen minutes from central Colchester, not far from Stanway, sits Banquet 1408 - a Chinese restaurant unlike any other. Over the last three years the restaurant has built a loyal clientele, with diners travelling from far and wide to sample the only authentic dim sum in the area, as well...
Read more about Banquet 1408 in ColchesterThis vibrant and welcoming village pub is a gem at the heart of Fordham. Housed in a charming listed building, it certainly lends itself to pleasant afternoons whiled away by the open fire. The enthusiasm of the team is reflected by an exquisite monthly changing menu, which includes reasonably priced...
Read more about The Three Horseshoes in Nr. ColchesterWhat do you get when you combine a quirky, olde-worlde setting, a top-notch drinks selection and a skilled chef? The Old Queen’s Head offers all this and more, and the result is a unique, unforgettable dining destination. The current proprietors have added contemporary touches whilst retaining its traditional features, creating...
Read more about The Old Queens Head in Nr. ColchesterThe Food Company is a luxury delicatessen serving up only the freshest local produce. Meat comes direct from nearby farms while the seafood is delivered from trusted fisheries within 24 hours of being caught. This produce is then prepared by The Food Company’s expert in-house butchers and fishmongers, before being...
Read more about The Grill at The Food Company in Nr. ColchesterIt’s always a good sign when you walk into a pub to find locals drinking and dining among visitors. This is certainly true of The Green Man, a 16th-Century former smugglers inn full of nautical character and history. With the same talented chef at the culinary helm for 11 years,...
Read more about The Green Man in Bradwell-on-SeaVisit The Thatchers Arms in Mount Bures and you’ll be met with a warm welcome from proprietors Stuart and Debbie. This award-winning country pub, which affords lovely views over the stunning Stour Valley and offers ample parking, is the ideal venue for a pint of local ale, a refreshing glass...
Read more about Thatchers Arms in Mount BuresIt is hard to imagine a better location for this fabulous 14th-Century pub and restaurant. Situated on the banks of the River Colne, in the shadow of the huge viaduct, The Swan Inn offers ample parking and large outdoor seating areas on the riverbank, as well a great children’s play...
Read more about The Swan Inn in Nr. ColchesterDelve into the English countryside to discover The Chequers, an idyllic 16th-Century-built pub and restaurant. Ready to welcome you as you enter the comfortable lounge bar is a fine choice of wellmaintained cask ales and an extensive selection of wines. With a classic menu on offer, it is worth stopping...
Read more about The Chequers in ColchesterDining at this grade-II-listed country pub can only be described as a delightful gastronomic experience. Set in the picturesque village of Messing, The Old Crown affords its customers the chance to enjoy tasty food in cosy, traditional surrounds. The bar area boasts comfortable leather chairs and is the perfect spot...
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