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The best Chinese in Southend on Sea…

We had a wonderful stay overnight and meal to celebrate a birthday here. We had some specific requests and nothing was too much trouble. All the staff were very accommodating and helpful and also arranged some extra special touches. The accommodation was fantastic and very clean and tastefully presented. We had breakfast in the cafe that was also very good and again friendly and welcoming. Thank you Naz for all your help and emails.

Very busy so be prepared to queue but worth the wait and the staff are very pleasant and kind. Clean place too. All different types of food and drinks, plus ice creams. Sells buckets/spades/crabbing lines and jewellery too.

The food is very good and delicious, just like in Thailand.

Meals advertised on the door not available and no mash available. The pie however was excellent. Nice to sit out in the sun.

Enjoyed a superb take away from Cherry Trees yesterday. I have always enjoyed the food here but this was first class. If you want fresh tasting food, carefully prepared and presented, off an interesting menu, then look no further than the friendly people at Cherry Trees. They are on the top of their game at the moment.

Jack and Jake have done an amazing job with the students. Our daughter attends and works kitchen and front of house alternatively. The food is amazing, a lot of work and care have gone into the quality and presentation. We will be back again and again

We were a party of four having a quick lunch. All the food was good and the place was clean and tidy. The visit was spoiled by the realisation that we were overcharged by more than £10. We would probably go again but definitely ask for a bill and check the amount charged. Sadly several other reviews also mention being overcharged so do go but be careful.

Ssrvice was quick, food was fresh and tasty. Eat a few things I might not normally eat. Staff was attentive without being overly so. Would eat here again but just passing thru on a canal boat.

Good food service good nice it a dog friendly cafe would go back

Great place: we came in just for coffee but then ordered breakfast (late in the day) and it was outstanding. The staff and owner were very friendly.

Another delicious meal tonight.The chicken madras was as lovely as ever.The staff are amazing and really welcoming.Busy on a Thursday night which says it all .Will be returning very soon.👌

Been in cambridge for 25 years but now back where nearest delivery for curry is milton! It was always good but now seems even better. So pleased to have used there again and would highly recommend! 1 negative is cash on delivery or pay by card on the website! Can't be doing with that (must be an age thing)

This lovely tea room has indoor seating but also has seats outdoors at the back looking onto the cathedral. The staff were super friendly and accommodating. Our food was freshly prepared and tasty. Would definitely go back.

Came to visit daughter on placement from uni. Wasn’t busy but was told food be about 30 mins was over a hour till we got it. Husband had a lasagne and daughter and I had ultimate sharer, which was only 2 of each different selection?? Wouldn’t class as ultimate as needed at least 4 of each thing to feed 2 people. Husband said lasagne could had been bigger portion as well. Food was nice though but bigger portions would be great. Staff were all friendly can’t fault them. Would visit again if bigger portions.