Diners' Choice: Beste eten restaurants in Essex

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Bijgewerkt 05 november 2026

Zoek je restaurants met de beste keuken in Essex? Dan ben je op de juiste plek. Elke maand analyseert OpenTable wereldwijd bijna 2 miljoen gastenreviews van de vier voorgaande maanden. We sorteren de resultaten op locatie en categorie zodat je nieuwe favoriete restaurants kunt ontdekken. Het is een geweldige samenwerking: jij reserveert, eet en laat een review achter. Wij luisteren en leveren de resultaten waarvan iedereen profiteert. Geniet ervan!

STARK

4,8

4.8 (179)

£41 en meer

Modern Europees

Colchester

Over het restaurant

Stark is located in East Mersea, Essex and is owned and run by Ben and Sophie Crittenden, who opened their first site in Broadstairs back in December 2016 with the aim of securing a better work/life balance and enabling Ben to enjoy more time with their three young children, Ivy, Rosa and Arlo. Before relocating to Mersea Island, Stark was the only Michelin-starred restaurant in Thanet and one of five in the whole of Kent.

At Stark, only one, set tasting menu is served with no options or alternatives available. Because of this, Stark is unable to cater for any allergies or dietary requirements, for any reason as all guests eat the exact same meal each night. Ben creates a menu from high quality, seasonal ingredients, using his creativity and passion to create delicious food and provide a unique and exciting eating experience for customers.

Stark is a very intimate, relaxed restaurant, whose only demand of you is that you sit back, trust us with your dinner and enjoy the experience.

GABS

4,9

4.9 (53)

£25 en minder

Tapas/hapjes

Leigh-on-Sea

Over het restaurant

Gabs Grazing was founded in 2024 by the owner Gabbie. 22 at the time, she took the plunge and launched a mobile catering business, Gabs Grazing. After a successful first year, Gabs Grazing expanded to a shopfront - GABS located in Leigh On Sea, to book a table at GABS please do so through reservations.

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The Punch Bowl

4,8

4.8 (166)

van £26 tot £40

Brits

Southend-on-Sea

Over het restaurant

The Punch Bowl is a 17th century newly refurbished restaurant and pub located in the heart of rural Essex and the Crouch Valley and South Essex salt marshes.

Chef Patron Rob and Front of House Manager Sally run a Two AA Rosette-rated restaurant, offering a nose-to-tail style menu with unpretentious dishes that focus on flavour. Everything is made in house - from bread to mayonnaise, and we use local, seasonal and organic ingredients. Our menu changes daily as the season's best comes in. The menu will always feature day-boat fish, meat, offal, rare breed steaks and excellent vegetarian cookery. We offer two or three roasts on a Sunday and hold regular exciting food events which showcase classic cookery and intriguing ingredients.

Our beautiful garden bar has a lawn and York-stone patio looking out across the farmland of Paglesham and the River Crouch. Throughout the summer we offer BBQ dining and live music to entertain while the sun shines.

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Le Bouchon Brasserie & Hotel

4,8

4.8 (1217)

£25 en minder

Frans

Maldon

Over het restaurant

Le Bouchon Hotel is a grade II listed, 300 year old Georgian building which has undergone an extensive refurbishment programme restoring the building to its former glory. The renovation period was used to combine some of the original period features of the building with furnishings and classically styled decoration that complements the original style of this house.

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Aspera Restaurant

4,9

4.9 (423)

£25 en minder

Mediterraan

Benfleet

Over het restaurant

Welcome to ASPERA Restaurant
Aspera offers you the warmest Mediterranean welcome since 2016. We want you to feel at home with us, take your time to enjoy the finest Mediterranean-style cuisines cooked freshly using locally sourced ingredients. Mediterranean cuisine is the food from the lands around the Mediterranean Sea and its preparation and we thrive in bringing this richness to our dishes using only fresh, wholesome ingredients and traditional mix of spices.

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Medusa

4,9

4.9 (851)

van £26 tot £40

Mediterraan

Southend-on-Sea

Over het restaurant

Welcome to Medusa — a vibrant destination where the spirit of the Mediterranean comes alive in every bite. Our warm, inviting atmosphere is perfect for everything from relaxed dinners with friends to memorable evenings out. At Medusa, each dish is a celebration of bold flavours, rich traditions, and the joy of sharing great food. Join us for an unforgettable dining experience inspired by the heart of the Mediterranean.

The Green Man at Lindsell

4,8

4.8 (243)

£25 en minder

Gastropub

Great Dunmow

Over het restaurant

Welcome back to the Green Man at Lindsell. Now currently under new management and direction!

In our cosy bar we have retained the buildings original features and given it a fresh contemporary edge where we welcome both drinkers and diners alike and our tables are available on a ‘first come’ basis offering an extensive range of dishes from salads, sharing planks to wholesome pub classics.

Our 70 seat a la carte restaurant to the rear of the property is also not to be missed, with crisp white linen, delicious food and an extensive wine list making it the ideal place for lunch, dinner or any other special occasions. Bookings are welcome and recommended. Please visit our website for restaurant opening hours.

We also have a large terrace area and extensive garden to dine alfresco or enjoy a champagne cocktail. We welcome families and have plenty of area for children to play. So come on in and take a look around and we hope to see you soon!

The Eyna Basildon

4,8

4.8 (1256)

van £26 tot £40

Turks

Basildon

Over het restaurant

The Eyna is a new, refreshing, traditional Turkish cuisine coming to the heart of Basildon. With a open-plan dining experience, open kitchen & central bar, we're sure this will be your perfect location for all types of events or casual dining.

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4,9

4.9 (150)

£41 en meer

Zeevruchten

Brentwood

Over het restaurant

Alec’s Restaurant opened in 2010 and has established itself as one of Essex’s leading fish Restaurants. Alec’s prides itself on quality ingredients and exceptional service.
Unwind with a premium bottle of wine or signature cocktail in the comfortable lounge before taking a seat in the elegant main dining room, which can accommodate 120 guests.
Roaring fires in the winter and a delightful outdoor dining area in the summer, only enhance the elegant building.
The menu at Alec’s Restaurant is traditionally British and sets out to provide simple, quality fresh food. Although predominantly a seafood restaurant serving the finest fish and shellfish, mouth-watering meat dishes add to this impressive menu.
We are proud to follow the MSC code of conduct for sustainably sourced seafood. Plus, all seafood and fish are wild and ‘day boat caught’ from across Britain.
Please note that this restaurant operates a strict policy of no children under 12 years, and a smart casual dress code.

Mirra

4,7

4.7 (79)

van £26 tot £40

Mediterraan

Colchester

Over het restaurant

🍽️ Discover Mirra – Colchester’s Mediterranean Gem
Just steps from Colchester Castle, Mirra brings bold Mediterranean flavours to a warm, elegant space with velvet chairs, soft lighting & floral touches.

✨ Over 2,000+ glowing reviews and a 4.5★ rating — Mirra is one of Colchester’s most talked-about dining spots, consistently listed among Colchester’s Top 5 restaurants! 🍷🌟

🏆 Award-Winning & Loved Locally
Featured by the Gazette and praised across TripAdvisor & Google, Mirra is one of Colchester’s top-rated restaurants, known for quality, atmosphere & truly exceptional service.

🔥 Signature Dishes
Try the juicy Lamb Kofte Wrap or the delicate Chargrilled Seabass with Seafood Sauce – local favourites bursting with flavour.

🥂 Perfect Atmosphere
Whether it's a romantic dinner, celebration or casual lunch, Mirra’s stylish setting and cosy dining areas make every visit feel special.

📍 Visit or Book Now
Find us at 98 High Street, CO1 1TH
📞 Call 01206 546933 or book online today.

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