Best Fine Dining Restaurants in Loughton

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ItalianSeafoodIndianJapaneseBritishBarbecue

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BrentwoodChigwellEast LondonEppingNorth LondonOngar

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Bethnal GreenBrentwoodChigwellDalstonEppingMuswell Hill

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for fine wines

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13 restaurants available nearby

1. Sheesh Chigwell

4.4

Awesome(7)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Turkish • Chigwell

Booked 2 times today

To book tables for 10 guests or more, please call our booking hotline at 020 8559 1155. You can also enquire about "The Sheesh Party Menu," 3 Course Celebration Menu, £50 Per Person, for Parties of 10 and over. Discover sheer indulgence at Sheesh Chigwell. From delectable flavours to celebrity allure, experience upscale dining like never before. Immerse yourself in exquisite dishes and a vibrant atmosphere that's truly unforgettable.

2. Namak Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(57)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Indian • South Woodford

Booked 3 times today

The unique food culture of North West Frontier Province, a culture dating back to around 500 BC, is testament to human resourcefulness and skill, creating stunning, flavoursome dishes from sparse ingredients from a rich land. In Indian cuisine you can taste the elemental flavours of the earth, delicately spiced by the Chef. We at Namak invite you to experience the land of India through our food.

3. Haywards

4.8

Exceptional(975)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Modern European • Epping

Now offering a bespoke catering and events service, including private dining, special in house events & dinners, exclusive hire, outside catering or 'ready to serve' meals. Please email info@haywardsevents.co.uk or visit www.haywardsevents.co.uk for further information.Haywards is located on the outskirts of the beautiful Epping Forest and historical Epping town centre. A sophisticated and elegant environment, the building is a converted skittle alley and still retains many original features. Haywards is owned and run by husband-and-wife team Amanda and Jahdre Hayward, and their experience and passion for offering high quality and exciting dishes is evident throughout your visit. Staff are well trained and offer exceptional customer service and the interesting and exciting dishes created in the kitchen consistently receive high praise. Although not open as a restaurant any longer, Haywards was awarded 3AA Rosettes in 2019 in addition to a number of accolades prior to this.

A photo of Smiths Restaurant Ongar restaurant

4. Smiths Restaurant Ongar

4.8

Exceptional(4970)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Ongar

Booked 46 times today

Priding ourselves on our motto ‘Famous for fish’ Smiths Restaurants is a name that has become synonymous with fine dining and quality, attentive service. Our restaurants are located in Ongar Essex (just off the A414) and Wapping in central London (near Tower Bridge). Both restaurants boast an extensive menu of fresh fish that we offer to cook in a variety of ways to suit every palette. We also offer locally sourced meat dishes to accommodate those who prefer their food terra firma. To compliment the quality of our food we have worked closely with well renowned independent wine merchants to ensure we have a selection of wines that are the perfect accompaniment to every meal. The only problem you may have a Smith’s is being spoilt for choice.

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5. Vegan Fine Dining Supper Club

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$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Vegan • Bethnal Green

Welcome to E3 - the UK's first Vegan fine dining supper club, hosted by chef Marc Joseph and based at our new deli on Roman Road in the heart of London's East End. Our menus are seasonal and devoted to experimenting with new combinations of flavour, colour and texture to deliver amazing menus for sophisticated palettes.In fine weather, the Club operates in the E3 garden, which is furnished with outdoor heaters and canopies for cooler evenings. We move indoors during the winter months, keeping windows and doors open and inviting guests to explore the garden between courses.

6. Hera

4.6

Exceptional(16)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Greek • Stratford

HERA is a new destination in Stratford, offering elevated Greek cuisine in a modern, curated space.At HERA, we invite you to explore the rich tastes of Greece - reimagined. With every dish meticulously crafted, our goal is to transport guests with unique, elevated interpretations of classic Greek recipes. Complementing our menu is a curated selection of exceptional Greek wines and signature cocktails crafted to surprise and delight.Begin your experience in our chic cocktail lounge, a sophisticated space where innovative drinks set the tone for the evening. Entering the dining area, you’ll find a blend of earth tones, marble accents, and dark hues, creating an inviting, intimate environment that promises an unforgettable experience.

A photo of Tanishq Restaurant & Bar restaurant

7. Tanishq Restaurant & Bar

4.8

Exceptional(11)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Indian • Ongar

Tanishq is a modern Indian fine dining restaurant situated in the prestigious Toot Hill neighbourhood of Ongar, Essex. Led by Executive Chef Kishore Das, the restaurant offers a refined culinary experience that highlights the best of Indian cuisine.With seasonally changing menus that draw on spices and influences from across the subcontinent, Tanishq showcases the finest ingredients sourced from some of the UK's top producers. This commitment to quality and sustainability is sure to delight diners looking for a sophisticated and memorable dining experience.

A photo of Three Sheets - Dalston restaurant

8. Three Sheets - Dalston

4.9

Exceptional(17)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Dalston

Booked 9 times today

Three Sheets is an award-winning cocktail bar that opened in Dalston in 2016.We specialise in cocktails, focusing on simple, elegant serves that put the customer first. The menu changes regularly and with the seasons.Voted as the UK’s best bar at the Class Awards 2019, with Max taking home Best Bartender, and has been listed on the World's 50 Best Bars list for three years running.

9. AUN

4.4

Awesome(242)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Stoke Newington

Booked 3 times today

Launched in October 2017, AUN is a small, independent restaurant bringing the Japanese concept of ‘wakon yosai’ to the heart of Stoke Newington.This idea of learning western techniques without losing a Japanese spirit translates as imaginatively presented dishes that create delicious Japanese flavours using European ingredients alongside traditional ones.

10. Alec's Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(99)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Brentwood

Booked 2 times today

Alec’s Restaurant opened in 2010 and has established itself as one of Essex’s leading fish Restaurants. Alec’s prides itself on quality ingredients and exceptional service.Unwind with a premium bottle of wine or signature cocktail in the comfortable lounge before taking a seat in the elegant main dining room, which can accommodate 120 guests.Roaring fires in the winter and a delightful outdoor dining area in the summer, only enhance the elegant building.The menu at Alec’s Restaurant is traditionally British and sets out to provide simple, quality fresh food. Although predominantly a seafood restaurant serving the finest fish and shellfish, mouth-watering meat dishes add to this impressive menu.We are proud to follow the MSC code of conduct for sustainably sourced seafood. Plus, all seafood and fish are wild and ‘day boat caught’ from across Britain.Please note that this restaurant operates a strict policy of no children under 12 years, and a smart casual dress code.

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M
Mike
Essex •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent food Excellent service from a very friendly smiling waitress
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Smiths Restaurant OngarPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Ongar
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4.8
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Neil
London •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 16, 2025
First time visitor. Lovely place. Really nice vibe, great staff. Very impressed with the quality of the food. The premium quality shines through in the flavours.
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Namak RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Indian• South Woodford
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4.5
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Manchester/Greater Manchester •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jan 25, 2025
Food, atmosphere, staff, everything was 10/10 such a vibe 👏🏻
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Sheesh ChigwellPrice: Very Expensive• Turkish• Chigwell
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4.4
JD
JaneD
Essex •5 reviews
4.0
Dined on Sep 2, 2023
We had an enjoyable lunch at the 'spirits tasting ' event, the starter was particularly good. We were given a voucher as a gift and had not previously dined at Haywards. We enjoyed the fixed lunch menu and the presentation from Adam representing Essex Spirits. However, we would have preferred a wine tasting experience as we rarely drink spirits.
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HaywardsPrice: Very Expensive• Modern European• Epping
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4.8

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