The best restaurants in Bicknacre and East and West Hanningfield Chelmsford East of England

Tried Abanico on Saturday night and so pleased we gave it a go. The care given to the preparation and quality of the ingredients was obvious throughout. Delicious authentic Spanish courses along with all the necessary instructions to simply reheat in the Oven. We also loved the Spanish themed Spotify playlist, thank you and keep cooking!

We booked a table Saturday lunchtime to celebrate our son's engagement. We have been a few times in the past and enjoyed each visit. Therefore, we decided to bring our future daughter-in-law and her parents for luch at this special place. Once again we were not disappointed the food and the service were excellent. Looking forward to our next vist very soon.

26/5/25 We came today, with our family, to celebrate our granddaughters 21st birthday. As usual the food, staff and atmosphere were excellent . I use Vita Bella as a yardstick to judge other restaurants, that we visit. None have come close to equalling or even surpassing the Vita Bella experience. Our favourite restaurant. 26/4/25 We came for lunch, it was excellent (as usual). Cannot find fault with anything at Vita Bella, always exceptional food and service. 28/3/25. Yet another visit to the best restaurant in Essex. The food, drinks, staff and atmosphere are always excellent. 14/2/25. Four of us came to the Valentine's Lunch, it was excellent. We are regular visitors to Vita Bella, we've never had a disappointing meal. This must be the best restaurant in Essex. 12/12/2024 Four of us came for a Festive Lunch. Two who had never eaten here before, said their meals were excellent. I think I've said everything there is to say about this excellent restaurant. Don't take my word for it, visit Vita Bella, you won't be disappointed. 7/12/24. Eight of us came for lunch (again) Everything was 5* (as usual) Our favourite restaurant. Highly Recommended. 28/9/24 Eight of us came for lunch, the food and restaurant, were excellent as usual. Food 5* Service 5* Atmosphere 5* Staff 5*. Vita Bella is without doubt, the best restaurant we've ever been too. Excellent value for money. 14/2/24 We came for the Valentine's lunch, it was excellent. From the moment you arrive at the restaurant, until you leave, the staff cannot do enough for you. As usual, the food was well cooked, nicely presented and hot. This was the best lunch I've ever had. This restaurant is so good, that we treat ourselves to lunch on a regular basis. 24/8/24 - Lunch. Food 5* Service 5*. Atmosphere 5* 10/6/22 Came with our family to celebrate our wedding anniversary. We had a great time from start to finish. There is an extensive food and wine menu. The food was very nicely presented, tasty and hot. The staff are very professional, attentive (but not over powering) friendly and polite. All the staff made a very special occasion, perfect. Recommended

Excellent Sunday dinner and fantastic pub

Really disappointed, short staffed, my son’s Yorkshire pudding came out still frozen in the middle, mash was clearly microwave mash. We payed 12.50 for this packet ham egg and chips. My chicken was quite burnt. Really disappointed as we had high expectations

All the staff are very friendly and courteous, Highly Recommend

Food very good but expensive,£ 8 for a sandwich.Waited a long time for the order to arrive.The ladies serving were efficient. However,it's not nice to see the staff eating chips and drinking behind the counter.I work in the food service industry,we have to have our drinks out of sight,in the kitchen area,which is as it should be.

We visited today we were greeted by the owner who was very welcoming ,the food was delicious lovely fresh vegetables ,dessert was yummy thankyou

Friendly local pub which is happy to welcome my dog as well as me! Called in for a quick lunch and enjoyed a delicious seafood linguini from the Specials board. Sat outside in the sunshine and could almost imagine I was on holiday. Good to see such great food back on the menu.

If you want to visit I suggest you find out when Rosie will not be there, she has trouble getting staff so that may be difficult. They don'y do food so ignore comments on food

Best roast around, friendly service and proper home cooked food, quantity and quality really good - highly recommended