The best restaurants in Great Tey Colchester East of England

Pinky’s food is beautifully wholesome created with so much love and time. I wish I could eat it every week. Fragrant and tasty ….. simply divine!

Lovely place, lovely food and Friendly staff

We had a very nice lunch here. The Ploughmans was fabulous and the beers are very good too with a good choice. We have eaten here before as it’s local to us and every meal has been excellent. This is a lovely pub/restaurant but unfortunately the outside space isn’t as nice. It was a hot, sunny day but none of the sun umbrellas were up. I’m sure the staff would have done this if we had asked but we managed to get a bit of the only shade by the fence. It would have been nice if this was already done though. The garden furniture is in dire need of a refurbishment or renewal. Some chairs are broken so be careful where you sit. The view was also spoilt by what looked like a dumped car parked outside the outside seating area. It’s a shame because the view would be amazing. Sitting inside however is great. Tables etc laid out perfectly and toilets are the cleanest I’ve ever seen in a pub. I just wish the outside seating area reflected this.

Been here a few times for a relaxing drink, today we decided to go for a family breakfast. Something to note is my wife has allergies towards nuts and praprika, which is not always listed. I have to say going out for food can be challenging at tines, but out waitress Karen at the Swan was a absolute gem, Karen went above and beyond to ensure my wife was comfortable with what she was ordering and gonna be served. The whole experience was really well managed thanks to Karen. We really had a lovelly time and the food was great. Such a cosy place to eat. Swan owners need to look at their staff and really appreciate what hey do day in and out. Especially the ones that gonabove and beyond like Karen. Thanks again

Lovely Easter Sunday lunch. Really friendly and attentive staff. Beautiful setting, enjoyed the pianist. Delicious food and very generous size portion for children.

Took my mum here for steak and kidney pudding. This was home cooking at its best. Proper deep filled steak and kidney pudding, freshly prepared vegetables and mashed potatoes. Service was great too. This is a very traditional country village pub. No bells and whistles, just comfortable, warm, open fire, friendly and fabulous food.