The White Hart in Castle Point

Took my Ma & Pa for a farewell dinner before they head back to France, was pleasantly surprised with the food, the service was fab and atmosphere was good.

xmas day meal was beautiful, will come again!!

Came here Xmas Eve as my mum lives in Southend. Fantastic atmosphere pub was full. Service was great and food was served quickly. Will be returning when I’m next down that way

The halloumi skewers were absolutely delicious!

Boxing Day was brilliant very quick service food was amazing thank you very much

Staff not enough behind the bar she was to busy

A lot of flies even though it is winter food and restaurant area gone down hill

Great staff and service. Best pub in the area. Is better then the Woodmans. There was a grumpy guy outside the pub thought he run the place not the pubs fault

Our server Lisa was perfect and we all had a great time. Will be coming again.

Great atmosphere. Amazing live bands. Overall a nice friendly Local pub 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

Was here for the breakfast with Santa. Santa was good but the rest of it was poor. Waited for at least 45 mins for food. When it arrived it was half cold and not cooked to a decent standard. Some dishes at the table was missing items and one dished was asked to be cooked well done. Come out just like the rest. Wouldn’t go back even if someone paid me too.

Thought to come here for a quick little lunch, but ended up waiting 40 minutes for 2 plates of food, when 30 minutes hit we asked how much longer we have to wait and was hit with “we have had a big table”, this still shouldn’t mean we should of had to wait this long. It wouldn’t of been a problem if someone had come over to us and just let us know of the situation. The food it self was okay but chips were cold as if they had been sitting there. Would of probably came back if food waiting time wasn't that bad. The place wasn’t even that busy either.

Great pub, went for dinner with friends, and the food was excellent. The staff were friendly and the prices were reasonable. Would recommend.

We had 2 roast dinners at The white Hart in Thundersley The beef on the bone was the best I've ever had. Would highly recommend and would definitely be going back

Lunchtime treat, had the Ultimate Burger, and it was...

Great pub with great food! Lovely service!!

We had a family reunion to celebrate mum's 90th birthday. Everything from food to service was fabulous. The team did the pub proud. Thankyou

Wonderful pub great food barman Billy was great

Fantastic meal lovely roast dinner Jack Mel brilliant service the best doom bar in the area

Just can’t praise the staff enough they were short staffed but that didn’t stop the chef & her colleagues from waiting tables it was an extremely busy restaurant but they battled through they were polite & courteous despite being under pressure what more could you ask and the food was great!please pass thanks onto them all we were a table of four and each one of use had nothing but praise for the food will definitely be back! Anne Bolton

Always have a great time at the White Hart. Jack really looked after us and made sure we had everything we needed, roaring fire is a nice touch and food was delicious!

Fantastic lunch! Hot served with a smile!

We had my Grandsons 18th Birthday party here and everyone had a great time

Service Friendly staff Value for money Good atmosphere

Great pub lovely food amazing staff always a good atmosphere Mel and the team are brilliant always very helpful definitely will be back

Sunday roast delicious. Thankyou so much. 💓 our fav place. Staff very friendly too

We popped in for some food on Tuesday evening. The food was great & service was outstanding… Thank you Lisa, we will see you again soon!

Had a nice drink in The White Hart, Dawn was lovely and Lisa was lively, will definitely be back

Popped in The White Hart with the family for a drink, it's a lovely pub and lisa is very friendly and welcoming

Great food, lovely pub, friendly staff

Have been here many time over the last 10 years, I stay overnight and fly fish. Really comfortable, I try to stay in the outside room block as newer and quieter than the main pub rooms. I can't recommend the pies enough, superb.

The restaurant was really cosy, we were so pleased we chose the white Hart for our family dinner. We were well greeted on a Thursday evening. We had our 3 year old granddaughter with us, and she was welcomed and enjoyed her children's meal. We were served by a new member of staff who provided a first class service. We all enjoyed our meals and look forward to returning again soon Many thanks Chris Grant

Love The White Hart, always a lovely atmosphere. Welcome our dogs in the bar and always accommodating.

Thanks Colin you served up another first class breakfast. 👍 yes another first class breakfast at the White Hart good food great staff.

Lisa is amazing and always friendly

Consistently good. Nice atmosphere. Staff are generally attentive. The food is good and hot. A few things could’ve been presented better. Ladies toilets desperately need a ‘do’ over. Partner says, so could the men’s. Could improve on clearing more promptly.

Fantastic night last night went with friends had a brilliant time great food great service lovely atmosphere

Another lovely evening a fantastic meal with the family the service was great the food was lovely very clean lovely atmosphere

Fantastic night great atmosphere the food was spot on I have rump steak cooked perfect my partner had haddock and chips great value for money lovely selection of real ales

Had lunch yesterday. Starter was chicken wings which were nice but the mushrooms in batter were full of grease. Then had fish cakes that were over cooked and peas were like bullets. Very disappointed and won’t be returning.

Very good food, very good service and very nice staff especially dawn

food was excellent and kerri was excellent as a server

As always food at this pub was served efficiently and tasted good absolutely no doubt this is our favourite pub/restaurant around. Great garden as well for the grandchildren to run around. Special word for lisa.always smiling and friendly. Credit to the company

I would like to thank a lady named Dawn for her serving us the other night August 20th. We were out for a family meal and she made the evening go really well. Food was lovely

Came here today for dinner, the food was lovely and the service was great, especially thanks to Conor. Would highly recommend

Always a great place for food and a pint

Good food and the staff went out of their way to make you feel very welcome.

Great pub with a very friendly atmosphere. Fantastic food and first class service from Kerri. Great range of drinks at competitive prices served by a very friendly young lady 😀👍

Great food and service and a lovely atmosphere, will definitely visit again

Great British Pub/Restaurant for a family get-together. Lovely staff & very attentive. We had an evening meal which was of great value & quality products. The bar staff are all amazing, but one stands out as she goes above & beyond to make sure you have a good time, especially a family get-together or just a nice couples evening. Thank you, Lisa, for making our family get together special . And thanks to the chef for great food . Definitely will be returning to The White Hart Benfleet & will recommend it. Hopefully, Lisa will still be there.

brilliant service, highly recommended the mixed grill as the steak was cooked to perfection, special thanks to lisa and conor

Lovely pub, came in with the family for a nice meal out and the white hart did not disappoint! Steak was beautifuly done and the service was great, special thanks to Beka and Dawn

Dirty glasses. Terrible lagers. Tasted of cleaning fluids. Not impressed, just lazy. Will never return.

We attended a fundraiser afternoon on August 3rd for a local preschool. Was such a great day, organised really well. Mel & her team were fantastic. Fun was had by all.

Good rotation of decent beer, if you like that sort of thing. Good surroundings too, my local.

Had a Brilliant time in the pub for my son's Birthday Staff were lovely and very friendly Highly recommend a visit to this pub

My local pub , decent food at honest prices and the Stella is 👌

Thumbs up from us! A fantastic local pub with great grub and the most lovely & accommodating staff

Had our wedding reception here 2 years ago & keep returning on a regular basis.

Great breakfast, easy to book online. Service to order breakfast was really easy & simple even when we make some substitutions, staff were so helpful & friendly made us feel so welcome. Would definitely come back

Fantastic pub We went to this place two nights on the trot and both nights were of high standard. Meals were fantastic, great value and service was good too

Nice people, good atmosphere, great service

Good atmosphere, food come very quickly and service was always available

We had another excellent lunch - we shared starters and a couple of glasses of Rioja! Lovely, plus the staff are great, especially Kerri. As always, the food and service were first class - Kerri was her usual effervescent self! Excellent light lunch with a glass of Rioja! We had fish and chips today - they were excellent, with great service from Kerri - fab! Dean

very nice pub to have a nice meal with husband or with friends.lovely helpful staff .lovely food fills u up and plenty of seating.booking is a good idea as gets busy

I recently had the pleasure of dining at the white hart and was thoroughly impressed by the exceptional service provided by our waitress, Lisa. From the moment we were seated, it was evident that Lisa possessed a genuine passion for hospitality and a keen eye for detail.Her welcoming demeanor immediately set a positive tone for the evening. She approached our table with a warm smile and an upbeat attitude, making us feel right at home. Throughout the game she demonstrated an impressive knowledge of the menu, offering insightful recommendations that perfectly matched our preferences.What truly stood out was her attentiveness. Despite the restaurant being quite busy, particularly with the excitement of the Euro match, Lisa never missed a beat. She ensured our drinks were promptly refilled and our courses arrived in a timely manner, all while maintaining a pleasant and engaging conversation.Her ability to manage multiple tables with such efficiency and grace was remarkable. Even as the game intensified and the atmosphere became more lively, she remained calm and composed, delivering an experience that was both seamless and enjoyable.Moreover, Lisa’s 's enthusiasm for the England match added to the vibrant atmosphere. She struck the perfect balance between professionalism and camaraderie, joining in the collective excitement while ensuring that every guest's needs were met.In conclusion, Lisa made our dining experience at the white hart truly memorable. Her exceptional service, combined with her friendly and attentive nature, exemplifies the high standards of this establishment. I would highly recommend requesting her when you visit – she is a credit to the restaurant and undoubtedly a key reason why we'll be returning in the future.

Good food, well looked after by Lisa.Very nice atmosphere and enjoyed our time there

Great service, very nice staff and a great place to have a drink

Great local pub, Lisa, a great barmaid, other staff great too.

Lisa was excellent and food was great as always

Popped in for a beer with my dad and was a very welcoming pub, Lisa was very helpful

A great place with lovely staff all very helpful. And the food is great

Cosy, welcoming pub with good food at a good price. Very family friendly with events for children running through the year. A lovely big garden for the kids to run riot in safety, and cosy fires to snuggles around in the winter. Plus there is always a great variety of drinks too.

Always a great time at white heart Lisa makes a our evening so special amazing service and food

Our server Kerri was lovely. Very friendly and service was great. Really clean and tidy pub with chilled and welcoming vibe.

Popped in for a breakfast this morning, there was plenty of food and it was delicious, was served by a lovely lady called Kath who was very helpful and cheerful, she brightened our day, will definitely be going back.

Lovely pub, great service - special thanks to Kathy, fab barmaid x

Had a beautiful meal tonight x Food was piping and very yummy. Lisa served us at the bar and table and was very impressed with how lovely she was x

I had a thoroughly enjoyable time at the White Hart, the service was fantastic and Sophie behind the bar was a gem.

Really great service .. enjoy a lovely evening with my family and friends. The manager Mel was very hospitable and very welcoming.

Just wanted to say I was in the pub on Monday the 6th of may and they had a charity day in there. The pub was rammed but the two women working were exceptional and worked so hard to make sure everyone was served.

I didn’t want a big party for my 60th birthday, I just wanted something to eat and a night at my local. Everybody who wanted the big bash, realised on the night who was right. We had a fantastic night and were so well looked after by Sophie who is an absolute asset to the pub. There was about 22 of us and it was a real night to remember with everyone enjoying themselves. The only thing that was wrong was my food choice, I had the chicken pie (which was great), but should have gone for the roast which my wife had, which was on another level. We are not big pub goers, but you will be seeing a lot more of us I think and we will be supporting local. Thank you for a great night. Neil

Booked a table today at White Hart for 12 30 pm Got there was told togo and find our name on table We were seated amongst a fun raising event with different activities were being set up.My partner ordered a rump steak which was mostly gristly and very difficult to cut even with a steak knife Food was lukewarm and no one checked to see if the food was ok Very disappointed with the pub overall

Attended an event for Alzheimer’s society organised my Miss Trudy Parker it was amazing and well organised

Staff could not do enough. Booked a section for my husbands 60th birthday. They helped decorate the area, Prosecco was waiting on my arrival, 32 guests. Meal lovely and great atmosphere. Thank you

Came for a quick drink ended up staying for dinner as great atmosphere and food was delicious. The manager Mel looked after us and made us laugh all night

This a review for order 421106 on table 17 on Sunday 5th May. Arrived at the venue and stood by the till/cutlery drawer for a good ten minutes before I stopped one of the many staff members walking past us to ask if we could get a table for four, or if we needed to book online or anything like that. We we're directed to a table and the server walked off. No one came back to take drinks or food orders so after a further twenty minutes, placed the order via the online menu QR code thing. We had young children with us and specified that their meals should come out "asap" and we would eat whenever they came out. We sat patiently and then someone from the kitchen came out and slammed down the cutlery for our food and left without a word. A further 35 minutes passed and our drinks arrived, our starters arrived a minute or two after; cheesy garlic bread, BBQ chicken wings and chipotle bites. These were placed in the middle of the table and again the server left without a word. So because there were no plates provided, we used serviettes to get the children started while we waited for their food. Another 10 minutes pass and I finally manage to grab the attention of a server and explain it's not really acceptable, we asked for the children's food first, and we haven't even got plates to eat from. Admittedly she was courteous and offered us a round of drinks, provided us with plates and apologised for lack of childrens food and off she went. The childrens food came out, eventually and the chicken burger was like a slice of leather, the cheese and tomato pizza wasn't cooked through so dough was still wet in the centre. Fast forward another twenty minutes and the adult mains finally arrived, the children had eaten a few mouthfuls of theirs before pushing their plates away, so now we have two hangry children with nothing to eat. Not one single server came over and asked if our food was ok. Truly a disappointing service for what should have been an enjoyable family meal. The tldr of it all, So little service it was self service. Food - poor to bad. An hour and a half to leave with empty stomachs. No refund mechanism on the online menu. So a truly marvelous, well spent, £55. In case it wasn't clear from the above. We won't be returning any time soon.

We had such a lovely evening. Service was amazing. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Lovely bar garden where dogs are welcome. Mel the manager came to check if everything was ok with our food as we were a big group. Amazing Selection of beers on draft which made my other half very happy. Great for kids. The whole family and friends were very happy. We will be visiting again. Definitely the best family friendly pub in the area.

Lisa who served us was fantastic. So attentive and helpful! Brilliant night

Had a good night out with friends, good atmosphere, Reggae/Ska singer good, look forward to next months Elvis tribute !

Bit weird, not sure I would go again

Mixed reviews from other ur group. Nice staff but food was not great-some meals were extremely overcooked and dried up. We would return for a drink but not for food.

All the staff are amazing, polite, professional, customer service is amazing and always very friendly and welcoming. My favourite staff Connor and Lisa

If this is typical Ember Inn I will try to avoid in the future. The food looked and tasted like it had been cooked hours before and kept luke warm, the only hot content was the beef gravy for a chicken meal. The serving staff can only be described as scruffy as was the furniture.

Food looked and tasted amazing Desert was gorgeous and tasted like it looks

Friendly service and fast too. Food good.

Absolutely amazing pub super friendly staff and welcome kids and dogs too! Yesterday we went to the Easter egg event that was on and it was absolutely brilliant all the stops were pulled out to make sure all the kids had them best time ever 🙌 thanks again for another great day xx

Had a great lunch today. The place is very busy but great service at the bar and food was quick hot and delicious. Mel and her team never fail us

Two bar staff are excellent but why would management not have extra staff on the Thursday before Easter weekend. Running out of glasses and people getting the hump. The two bar staff couldn’t do anymore, should have been a bumper night for a business, poor planning by management!

What on earth is the karaoke and dj night all about... Staff not to attentive, more interested in chatting to each other. Food wasn't great either... Very disappointing. I used to go there years ago, its nothing like it was..