Best Casual Restaurants in South Woodham Ferrers

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Cuisine

FrenchBritishTapas / Small PlatesComfort FoodTurkishAfternoon Tea

Regions

BasildonBillericayCastle PointChelmsfordLeigh-On-SeaMaldon

Neighbourhoods

BasildonBenfleetBillericayCanvey IslandChelmsfordLeigh-On-Sea

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral washroomWheelchair access

32 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Oakwood Leigh on Sea restaurant

1. Oakwood Leigh on Sea

4.3

Awesome(6)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Leigh-On-Sea

The Oakwood is a large family-run pub, with a large sports area, benefiting from a large range of facilities, from two pool tables to the quiet restaurant. When you visit this pub, you will be given a warm welcome.This pub is always running local events and showing a variety of live acts (including Jazz on Mondays to live bands at the weekends! We also show Football and Horse Racing.

2. Loyal toast

4.3

Awesome(12)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pub • Leigh-On-Sea

Booked 1 time today

A warm & friendly public house within the Eastwood community. We offer a wide selection of wines, beers & premium spirits. Prosecco and Champagne also available for those special occasions. We We have a variety of dishes ranging from street food & flatbread pizzas to British dishes such as our infamous fish & chips. With friendly staff, great service and a passion for good food at affordable prices, it has to be worth a toast.

3. Quart Pot Runwell

4.0

Excellent(0)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Wickford

We are a Modern yet traditional pub serving a great selection of cask ales and super chilled lager with extensive wine list and a fabulous range of cocktails.Food is available from 12pm to 10pm 7 days a week.We have a large country beer garden with a floodlight and a range of garden games for all the play. Children are welcomeDogs are welcome in the garden when kept on a leadwe have a large marquee available for high from march to November

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4. Aspire Community Cafe

4.7

Exceptional(2)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Wickford

"Aspire Community Cafe," a heartwarming initiative established by Castledon School in Wickford, is a testament to our commitment to nurturing and empowering our students. At Aspire, we go beyond traditional education by providing a unique and practical opportunity for our learners to thrive.

5. The Eyna

4.7

Exceptional(883)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Turkish • Basildon

Booked 36 times today

The Eyna is a new, refreshing, traditional Turkish cuisine coming to the heart of Basildon. With a open-plan dining experience, open kitchen & central bar, we're sure this will be your perfect location for all types of events or casual dining.

A photo of The Anchor Danbury restaurant

6. The Anchor Danbury

4.7

Exceptional(1505)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Chelmsford

Booked 11 times today

**MOTHERS DAY 2025 - PLEASE CALL TO BOOK ON 01245 222457**The Anchor in Danbury is the epitome of an English Country Inn, boasting beautiful traditional beams, quaint shining brass and a warm welcoming atmosphere which has made this pub a firm favourite for many years.We have a lovely large garden with a fun children's play area, great for keeping the kids entertained while you catch up with friends and family over a relaxing drink or with some great food.- Four legged friends are welcome at the pub, please ask our friendly staff for confirmation on which areas can accommodate you as we do require that dogs are kept out of the main dinning areas. - Please note reservations with a dog are necessary, and can only be taken over the phone on 01245 222457 stating you have a dog.- If you have a pushchair/buggy we ask that you call to make reservation, due to limited space.

7. The Cellar LOS

4.5

Awesome(8)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Rochford

Booked 5 times today

Welcome to our Spanish Tapas Bar.We offer a selection of tapas and Spanish dishes along with beers, wines and cocktails.

8. Harry's Bar

4.8

Exceptional(155)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Continental • Billericay

Booked 4 times today

Harry's Bar & Restaurant is set in the vibrant high street of Billericay. It first opened it'd doors in 2012 and has been through a major refurbishment in 2017 . Increasing the restaurant size and menu changes to a full A la Carte menu including a traditional Sunday Roast, as well as lunchtime time snacks and meals.Harrys Bar is open 7 days a week from 12pm and offers live entertainment on a Saturday evening and a resident DJ on Fridays.The Restaurant serves a range of dished to suite everyones taste. All dished are cooked fresh with locally sourced and supplied ingredients.With its extensive drinks range it really is a venue to eat, drinks & be entertained.

9. The Punch Bowl

4.8

Exceptional(47)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Southend-On-Sea

Booked 2 times today

The Punchbowl is a 17th century gastro pub, located in the heart of rural Essex and the Crouch Valley and the South Essex Salt marshes. We offer nose-to-tail style menu, with unpretentious dishes that focus on flavour. Everything is made in house - from bread to mayonnaise, and we use local, seasonal and organic ingredients. Our menu changes daily, as the season's best comes in, and always features day boat fish, meat, offal, rare breed steaks and excellent vegetarian cookery.Our beautiful garden bar has a lawn and york-stone patio looking out across the farmland of Paglesham and the River Crouch. Throughout the summer we offer BBQ dining from our hand-cranked Asado and Rotisserie Grills.

10. The Ship Stock

4.5

Awesome(262)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pub • Chelmsford

Booked 3 times today

A charming village pub nestled in the heart of West Hanningfield on the unspoiled greenbelt of the Essex city, Chelmsford. This soul-soothing, local pub offers a fresh, seasonal menu coupled with local craft beverages, all of which can be enjoyed in our vintage, east-coast setting. Our alfresco lawn is the perfect oasis for any passing visitor or returning local. Take in the panoramic views of the rolling hills or stay warm by our log burner snuggled inside. Both are perfect watching the world pass by with a drink in hand.

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Tracy
Essex •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 5, 2025
Fabulous food, stunning surroundings, great service from all the team , friendly comfortable restaurant, second time we have been and excellent hospitality both times. 100% recommend this restaurant,
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The EynaPrice: Expensive• Turkish• Basildon
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4.7
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Michele
London •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jan 26, 2025
An excellent roast dinner with good selection of veg.
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Loyal toastPrice: Moderate• Pub• Leigh-On-Sea
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4.3
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OpenTable Diner
Bath/Somerset •1 review
4.0
Dined on Feb 28, 2024
Felt very welcoming and comfortable. Enjoyed the drink and food selction. I didn't have a burger, while others did and I wasn't so impressed with the presentation of a burger on an oversized plate with some chips. We had a great evening amd no-one was complaining ! Thank you :))
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Oakwood Leigh on SeaPrice: Moderate• British• Leigh-On-Sea
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4.3
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NicolaB
Essex •1 review
5.0
Dined on Oct 11, 2023
Everyone was absolutely lovely will definitely be going back
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Aspire Community CafePrice: Moderate• Café• Wickford
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4.7

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