The best restaurants serving Other european-cuisines food in Colchester East of England

We needed a cup of tea and happened to be close by so popped in and browsed the books etc and had a superb cup of tea. Pot of tea for 2 with a biscuit £3 cant go wrong and for a good cause.

We are a coffee morning group who enjoyed a wonderful Christmas lunch at The Three Tuns. We all agree the food was cooked to perfection with a fun and friendly atmosphere. Maria is a super cook and Mike a great host.

We love Nando's and generally visit this one about once a month even though the one in the city centre is closer to us. We went at a busy time so were told there was a twenty minute wait for a table, but it actually turned out to be about fifteen. Previously when we've been told the wait time was much longer we've popped next door to the Princess Charlotte for a quick drink. As ever the service was first rate from the hard working and friendly staff. Our order was brought in good time and the food was hot and delicious. We've eaten at Nando's restaurants all over the country, plus two in Dubai, and this is definately one of the best.

Went for afternoon tea yesterday with my mum as a birthday treat and sadly did not have the best experience. We arrived at 2.30pm and there was a 20min delay before getting offered any tea and then there was a further 15min delay before getting the sandwiches. There venue was not busy - only a table of 2 and a table of 10 when we arrived both of which left not long after we arrived so for the majority of the time we were the only ones there. The tables were not cleared so we had to look at messy tables which spoilt the ambiance. The staff were quite rude and kept telling us they were busy - even when we were the only ones there. Near the end of our time they started moving chairs from the room we were in to a different room again making us feel very uncomfortable and forcing us to feel like we needed to move. During our time there we spoke to the Events manager to raise our concerns and were offered 2 free glasses of prosecco. This experience cost nearly £60 but do not feel the experience received warranted this cost sadly. Over the last few years we have used Greyfriars for a number of occasions including my wedding reception and always had great experiences but yesterday's experience has sadly deterred us from wanting to go back.

I am surprised to hear the great reviews for superb afternoon tea . Unfortunately it was not the same for us. Went for a Mother's day gift afternoon tea. Standard but would not return. Sandwiches were dry, bacon inside was mostly the fat . Small cakes were not homemade either. Service was perfect, very attentive throughout. Lovely friendly staff. Shame the food was a letdown. We have had much better afternoon teas .

Not the best of experiences! We did think it was closed as it was dimly lit from outside! This place used to be absolutely thriving with a great team and very good food. My food was so lacking ! It didn't look anything like on the menu. It was so disappointing! The staff lacked enthusiasm, there was loads of them but only two staff appeared to be actually putting in an effort. The woman who was constantly working in the kitchen and what looked to be the manageress. It could do with a refurbishment in here! We took a guest for his birthday. Perhaps we will go to the one at the Tollgate!

This is the second time we have stayed here this year. We stayed in Butchers room which is just lovely. The bed is very comfortable & the pillows are amazing. We dined in the restaurant both times & the choice & quality of the food is great. Breakfast was very good, the offer continental as well as a fresh cooked selection. The bar area is nice with an open fire & cosy sofas. Plenty of parking. I can’t say enough good about this place. Well worth a visit if you like a relaxing break.

Ordered food via delivery, asked to cancel 5 minutes after the order and a man answered with awful customer service literally no manners. Said we should expect a refund in 3-6 working days, no refund came through and no food arrived.

do not order for them as they will take payment over the phone and not deliver their order. Be very careful.

Only lasted 20 mins as manager was rude to us and then got a parking fine for waiting! Appealed decision and it got rejected. Seems to be going downhill.