The best restaurants in Rochford East of England

I can't go too long between visits, because the chips are so awesome. I drove 10 miles to get there, and there's quite simply nowhere else that takes so much care to deliver such great quality food. Every order is cooked especially, so you will wait a few minutes, but you can guarantee that it is piping hot and top quality. I've had the ribs and they are amazing - the Jack Daniels sauce is top notch, and £11 is an absolute bargain. The cod and plaice was lovely, and even the sausages in batter are tasty. I don't bother going anywhere else for chips - this is THE place (or should that be plaice :))

Been here a few times with family and always had a good time but after my recent visit I won't be going back. Never have I experienced such a rude and unprofessional staff member. I ordered my second drink from Nicky (red hair) having been served by James earlier, who is always very friendly, when it was time to pay I had my card ready to which Nicky huffed and I reactively apologised, although in hindsight I'm annoyed that I did, as if my choice of payment was somehow an inconvenience. Having then made payment, I politely asked for a straw to which Nicky huffed again and slammed the pot of straws in front of me on the bar. Honestly have never been so insulted by a hospitality staff member in my life, absolutely disgusting behaviour towards customers.

Excellent food and great service. And most of all the prices are right

Lovely Christmas decorations,big variery of unusual presents from the gift shop and great customer service from friendly staff

Came here for an evening out just the 2 of us. Booked last minute but got a table for 2 ok. The restaurant was busy with a large party but our order of tapas came out in good time. Every dish was delicious and tasty. Have been a few times before but not recently. The food didn’t disappoint we will be back.

Cold veg, undercooked chips and roast potatoes. Over cooked beef, lamb however tender and pleasant. Service only just adequate. The only meal that was pleasant in our 12 person group was the garlic prawns. We didn't give feedback at the time as it was the only place we could book and it was a sensitive family occasion. Its really sad because this used to be a lovely place to eat.

Ideal venue for a very nice meal.

Friendly staff. Good choice of food. One of the best tapas I have experienced. Would go again!

Just had a Sunday roast. Very good food. Lots of veg and plenty of meat. Certainly would recommend and will return again. All staff very friendly.

The Smugglers is a great old traditional Pub in Hullbridge. Truly a hidden gem near the River. Beer prices are reasonable & Max the Bar Manager is epic works like 3 people behind the bar 🍻. Great venue with live music played most weekends.

The roast beef dinner was really good. Just like homemade. Service was good and staff friendly. Definitely worth a visit

Just had another fantastic meal at Neil’s, the food selection is very good with either a mid week specials menu or the choice from the full menu. All food is made and cooked to order and Neil is happy to adjust to suit your tastes. Nice wine selection and a great range of cocktails, If you have not tried this place yet then you are certainly missing out.

Terrible arrived 11.45 for lunch not overly busy after being shocked at the price's went up too order as this is the new system 2 people in front lady came out from the kitchen saying to the server I need some help in here then turned to tell us all queuing there will be a 45 minute delay on top of the usual wait time I enquired what is your normal wait time was told 20 to 30 minutes so it will probably be over an hour I said there are lots of empty tables so how can it be so long she replied I don't know just do what I'm told, needless to say we walked out speaking to a gentleman on the table next to us who had eaten his food he said they had waited 45 minutes for 2 sandwiches and a coffee and had asked twice where there food was. We will not return again such a shame was a lovely friendly run restaurant before cannot see this lasting.

Just had a really nice Sunday lunch. The staff are a happy and helpful team and the food was fresh hot and plentiful what more could you ask. By far the best Sunday roast in the area. Thanks we’re already planning our next visit.

Took the outlaws here food was lovely