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1. Angel

4.8

Exceptional(277)

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• Pub • Braintree

Booked 5 times today

The Angel is a rejuvenated, historical pub nestled in the quaint village of Kelvedon, on the suburbs of Essex. With rustic country charm through the interiors, there are plenty of cosy or lively spots to sit back and enjoy alongside great company. Situated on the doorstep of the high street, The Angel is perfectly located for both locals and passing city goers. This Colchester treasure provides the neighbourhood with a hub of friendly faces and warm welcomes. With direct links to London's Liverpool Street Station, it's a beautiful escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.

2. Otto

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4.6

Exceptional(4)

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• Italian • Braintree

Booked 1 time today

Settle into Otto, an independent Italian restaurant, pizzeria and café in the heart of Kelvedon, Essex. Our characterful Grade II listed building, timber beams and warm, friendly service set the scene for relaxed lunches, date nights and evenings with friends.Head Chef Marco, who previously worked at Giorgio Locatelli’s Michelin-starred London restaurant, brings a modern touch to traditional Italian cooking. Inspired by Venetian cicchetti, our seasonal sharing menu invites you to explore dishes together, from crispy ’nduja pork ribs to tomato risotto with burrata and pesto. Our handmade sourdough pizzas use locally milled flour and carefully selected Italian ingredients.By day, join us for breakfast, speciality coffee and freshly baked focaccia; by evening, enjoy Italian plates, pizza and cocktails. Highly Commended – Best Café in Essex 2025, Otto brings the pleasure of eating together to every visit.

3. Caesar@Dolphin

4.6

Exceptional(346)

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• European • Braintree

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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4. The George, Witham

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• Pub • Witham

Tucked into the heart of Witham, The George is more than just a pub to us, it’s a place we’re incredibly proud to call our home. As a family-run pub, we’ve poured our time, energy, and passion into creating a place where everyone feels welcome. For us, it’s about more than just serving food and drink; it’s about building a space where friends, families, and the local community can come together, relax, and enjoy themselves.At the heart of everything we do is a real passion for quality food. We take pride in serving dishes that are honest, full of flavour, and made with care. We focus on using quality ingredients and making sure every plate that leaves our kitchen is something we’d be proud to serve to our own family.For us, The George is about creating something lasting – a proper local pub where good food, good company, and a warm atmosphere come together.We’re proud to be part of the Witham community and look forward to welcoming you in.

5. Banquet Chinese

4.7

Exceptional(1971)

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• Cantonese • Colchester

Booked 17 times today

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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6. Smiths Restaurant Ongar

4.8

Exceptional(6036)

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• Seafood • Ongar

Booked 56 times today

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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7. The House by Hilly Gant

4.7

Exceptional(1446)

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• British • Braintree

Booked 5 times today

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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8. The Anchor Danbury

4.6

Exceptional(1735)

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• British • Chelmsford

Booked 7 times today

CHRISTMAS MENU - if you would like our Christmas Menu, please call to book only.The Anchor in Danbury is the epitome of an English Country Inn, boasting beautiful traditional beams, quaint shining brass and a warm welcoming atmosphere which has made this pub a firm favourite for many years.We have a lovely large garden with a fun children's play area, great for keeping the kids entertained while you catch up with friends and family over a relaxing drink or with some great food.- Four legged friends are welcome at the pub, please ask our friendly staff for confirmation on which areas can accommodate you as we do require that dogs are kept out of the main dinning areas. - Please note reservations with a dog are necessary, and can only be taken over the phone on 01245 222457 stating you have a dog.- If you have a pushchair/buggy we ask that you call to make reservation, due to limited space.

9. Hasturk

4.7

Exceptional(796)

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• Turkish • Braintree

Booked 2 times today

Here at Hasturk, we have over 20 years experience in the restaurant industry. We are well versed in good hospitality and serving fresh, handmade food.We’ve used experiences from our own heritage and traditional food back home to create our menu for the much loved Turkish which is now widely known. With an array of meat dishes to freshly caught seafood and wide selection of authentic appetisers, you can be assured everything at Hasturk is carefully sourced and deliciously prepared and meets our standards.Hasturk is a family run, Turkish restaurant with a modern twist. We aim to serve our customers the very best of Turkish cuisine, welcoming everyone in with open arms. We’re ready to offer you a dining experience that you’ll remember!

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10. Mosaic Mediterranean Restaurant Braintree

5.0

Exceptional(16)

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• Greek • Braintree

Booked 1 time today

Mosaic is a welcoming Mediterranean restaurant offering authentic flavours, delicious food, and a relaxed yet vibrant dining experience. Located in the heart of Braintree town centre on the High Street, Mosaic is just a short distance from Braintree Village shopping outlet. Our menu celebrates traditional Mediterranean cuisine,using fresh ingredients and expertly grilled meats and seafood. Signature favourites include our Mixed Grill, featuring perfectly grilled lamb, chicken, and kofte and our classic Moussaka, layered with aubergine, seasoned meat, and creamy béchamel. Seafood lovers can also enjoy dishes such as grilled sea bass and salmon, prepared simply to bring out their natural Mediterranean flavours. At Mosaic, we love rewarding our loyal customers.Our exclusive VIP Member Loyalty Card gives members access to special discounts, complimentary cocktails and starters, and stay informed about our upcoming entertainment nights,Which can be found on our website and in restaurant

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Essex •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Fantastic experience . Perfect Sunday roast 💜 staff surroundings and the whole experience was 10/10. Will definitely be returning soon. I will say when we arrived after booking online the carpark was empty and we thought oh dear what are we coming into, but it was not empty inside so don't let that put you off xx
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Angel££££• Pub• Braintree
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4.8
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London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Lovely evening with friends, the taster menu was absolutely delicious......thank you, we will definitely be back.
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Otto££££• Italian• Braintree
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4.6
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Christina
Essex •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
I LOVE coming here for Dim Sum. It’s authentic and consistently the best quality! There are some unique dishes like the XO turnip cubes and my absolute favourite bean curd wrapped prawn Cheung fan that I would highly recommend to try. The service is efficient and really friendly. One thing to bear in mind is it gets really loud during the weekend so it’s well worth coming during the week to appreciate the excellent quality of freshly prepared dumplings!
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Banquet Chinese££££• Cantonese• Colchester
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4.7
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Hilary
Essex •1 review
5.0
Dined on 26 Oct 2026
Great food & service. Good value. Lovely waitress. Will return!
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Caesar@Dolphin££££• European• Braintree
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4.6

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1. Angel

2. Otto

3. Caesar@Dolphin

4. The George, Witham

5. Banquet Chinese

6. Smiths Restaurant Ongar

7. The House by Hilly Gant

8. The Anchor Danbury

9. Hasturk

10. Mosaic Mediterranean Restaurant Braintree

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