The best restaurants serving British food in Rochford East of England

Upon arrival I thought the restaurant waa about to shut given the attitude of the fair haired waitress behind the counter. I asked for soup...to which "none left" was the abrupt reply. I offered my voucher which i was told would have to be converted into a code or I couldnt use it...again abruptly. Whilst awaiting my food another couple walked in who were warmly greeted by the same waitress. The food was ok but pricey for what it was. I left feeling less than happy with the whole experience.

I have been here for lunch many times now and every time I have visited it just gets better.. Food is always fresh. The homemade cakes are absolutely gorgeous! Generous portions. Atmosphere is relaxing and cosy . Staff attentive and polite. The shop downstairs is lovely too. Nice to have a look around and see some unusual items for sale..

We visited as a party of 8 adults and 3 children.All were catered for and the food was really good.Staff were friendly and helpful Evan though they were very busy.

Absolutely gorgeous place. Lovely food. Great staff but object to people standing smoking right by you while you are eating flicking ash! Has put us off going back unless you sit indoors. Shame really.

It's a nice shop it gets busy. Especially at peak times

Has become a regular visit us and my 98 year dad who finds it easy to access with his walker and no steps.

Was my mum's 90th birthday. Had a great lunch - food was fantastic- lunchtime menu. Gary always looks after us. Julia and Sophie were our waitresses, couldn't have been more attentive and helpful. We'll done, thoroughly enjoyable.

Very yummy pie and mash. Lovely atmosphere ❤️

Been here many times before (breakfast & sunday roast) & always been good food & service. Both ordered Ham Egg & chips but were served Gammon instead of cold ham -- very disappointing -- both of us left most of meal & explained to the waitress our reason, but she wasn't really interested. They are also adding 10% service charge to the bill now.

Had a great meal, food was fantastic. Our waitress Ally was really helpful with the menu & was really friendly with our little ones. Will definitely be returning!

Just came home from having a meal wasn’t great! Had a cigarette outside went inside to speak to my husband probably 2 minutes went outside and someone had stolen my full packet of cigarettes, Disgusting how someone can do that; a table next to us a table of 3 were smirking lol will never go there again !!

Two excellent meals on a Saturday night at our local pub. We ate from the restaurant menu. Crab tostada and Prawn and langoustine cocktail starters. Prawn and scallop linguini and Seabass formains; lovely. Waitress was lovely Please don't come......it will make it too busy for us 🤣

Went to the travellers joy for dinner and would definitely recommend it. I was served by a lady called Wendy and she made me feel really welcome.

We're local to the area and The Red Door was our first choice for hosting our baby shower. Gemma was so helpful with organising it, and was very flexible with us! The set up was simple, the place was ours to do what we want with until 5pm. We change the layout, brought in decoration, and even caterers. The place was perfect for the guests we had (40 adults and 15 children). Thanks a lot for helping make our baby shower special.

Not normally a fan of ‘pub grub’ but had a fantastic meal with the wife. Large selection to choose from and food was really well cooked. Great range of drinks and the staff were extremely friendly and very helpful. First time I’ve visited in a while and the entire experience was a pleasure. Would definitely recommend.