The best restaurants serving Mediterranean food in Chelmsford East of England

The food was absolutely lovely, but unfortunately, the service let the experience down. The waiters seemed more interested in posing for Instagram pictures and videos than actually looking after customers, which made the atmosphere feel very fake and forced. At the end of our meal, we were surprised to be told that they needed the table back because they were ‘too busy,’ even though we had only been there for an hour. Normally, we would have been offered a complimentary drink, but that didn’t happen this time. Overall, while the food was great, the lack of genuine hospitality and focus on social media rather than customer service was disappointing.

This restaurant is mind blowing!! The food is a 10/10 everything was so delicious sounding! I got the lamb shank and it was delicious. The Appletini cocktail was also beautiful and highly recommend! Mohamed and Amanda were amazing servers.

I was so disappointed with this restaurant. When I ordered I was told it would arrive in 30 minutes. I waited 1hr 10mins for the delivery and when it arrived it was stone cold. I called the restaurant who advised to give it back to the driver and they would send another ASAP. She apologised and said she would send some extra bits to compensate. When the second order arrived the only compensation I received was a dip!!! I ordered a lamb Shish and a portion of hummus (only 2 pieces of bread) came for the whole order. It was also warm (not hot) the lady on the phone couldn’t have been less interested. This just isn’t normal service from this restaurant but it has put me off from ordering again

First time at the Ego at the Running Mare, WOW ! lovely food topped off with world-class service from Ann. We will 100% be back and will bring family and friends. Thank you for a lovely evening. see you again soon

Amazing food, very friendly staff. 2 of us have to eat gluten free, staff were very knowledgable and adapted dishes for us. 100% would recommend the fish kebab which is more like a platter. Will definitely be revisiting.

Such a lovely ambience and authentic Turkish food.

Service is exceptional , Michaela was attentive and cheerful and incredibly busy. That didn’t stop her providing too rate service. Food was very good, good sized portions . All in all great value for money.