Dining Alone Restaurants

The Marlborough

Address: Mill Lane, Dedham, CO7 6DH
The Marlborough
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Nestled in the heart of Constable Country, The Marlborough is a modern country pub with deep local roots. Blending classic charm with a contemporary edge, it offers seasonally inspired menus, locally sourced ingredients, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Whether you’re stopping by for a pint by the fire, a long lunch, or a weekend escape The Marlborough is a great place to stop and refresh.

The Railway Arms

Address: Station Rd, Saffron Walden, CB11 3HQ
The Railway Arms
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Saffron Walden's first Community-run free house pub based just to the south of the town centre (5 mins walk). Please note that we are predominantly a pub and not a restaurant. We have food trucks at the pub on Thursday evenings (5 to 8.00pm) but seating is on a first come, first served basis. Table bookings are only possible for the Sunday Quiz. Should you wish to make bookings for parties and special events, we'd be more than happy to help. Please contact our Pub Manager Graham Pearson on 01799 619660 or email [email protected]

Toulouse Restaurant

Address: Western Esplanade, Westcliff on Sea, SS0 8FE
Toulouse Restaurant
$$$ Recommended New Editor's Pick View
Toulouse Restaurant features mouthwatering menus, locally sourced ingredients, and sensational Estuary views. Welcome to Toulouse – a spectacular seafront dining experience.

The Rosebud

Address: The Rosebud, Brightlingsea, CO7 0EH
The Rosebud
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The Rosebud is home to the finest Seafood & Shellfish in Essex. With views overlooking the farmland and Estuaries, there is no better place to dine & enjoy some of the finest views on the Essex Coastline.

The Pizza Place

Address: 42 South St, Manningtree, CO11 1BG

Caine's Pizza

Address: Sheering Rd, Harlow, CM17 0JP
Caine's Pizza
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https://cainespizza.com/mayfield

Flour & Spoon - Eastwood

Address: 134 Eastwood Rd N, Southend-on-Sea, SS9 4LZ

The New Inn

Address: 36 Chapel St S, Colchester, CO2 7AX

The Castle

Address: Main Rd, Great Leighs, CM31NE

Douro Valley

Address: 84, Canvey Island, SS8 7AJ
$$$
Douro Valley is a family run restaurant, open since December 2014. Here at Douro Valley we pride ourselves on using the best ingredients to create home-cooked traditional Portuguese food. We serve a range of traditional Portuguese dishes including piri piri chicken, sea food rice, bacalhau (salted cod) and octopus, giving you a true experience of Portuguese cuisine. Not only do we offer Portuguese dishes, but we also have a range of char-grilled steaks, grilled meat, and grilled fish, paellas and tapas dishes.

Wheelers Tandoori Restaurant

Address: 458 London Rd , Benfleet , SS7 1AW
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Welcome to Wheelers, the home of Indian cuisine in Essex. We are a family owned Indian Restaurant established in 1995 & are renowned for our excellent cuisine and service. We can seat over 50 people in luxurious comfort. With spaces for over 100 cars in our own private free car park you can relax and enjoy your experience with Wheelers. We offer a wide range of Meat, Vegetable & Seafood Meals, using recipes passed down from generations of family from Bangladesh. our chef has over 30 years experience so you are guaranteed to have an exceptional experience. Our dedication to …

The Boatyard Restaurant

Address: 8-13 High Street, Leigh on Sea, SS9 2EN
$$$
We are a spacious, airy restaurant with stunning views of the Estuary. Inside seating for up to 220 customers and outside dining available on our deck (weather permitting). There is live music every evening and Sunday lunchtimes. WE ACCEPT ON LINE BOOKINGS, IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO BOOK ONLINE FOR THE DATE YOU REQUIRE PLEASE CALL THE RESTAURANT DIRECT ON 01702 475588

The Spotted Dog

Address: Bishop's Green, Dunmow, CM6 1NF
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Travellers Choice 2022 Winners! Thank you to our wonderful team and all our very many customers! We are based on the border of Dunmow and 15 minutes from Chelmsford and offer an unforgettable dining experience. Using locally sourced produce and ensuring every element of food is freshly prepared and made-to-order by inspiring chefs, you will enjoy good quality modern British fare in a quaint Grade II listed thatched property. Table d’hote (Set Menu) offered Wednesday to Saturday for Lunch (12:00 – 15:00). There is variety of dishes to choose from with 2 courses for £20.00 and 3 courses for £25.00. …

The Victory at Mersea

Address: 92 Coast Rd, West Mersea, C05 8LS

Earls Colne Recreation Club

Address: Halstead Rd, Earls Colne, CO62NG

The Hare

Address: Bishops Stortford Rd, Roxwell, CM1 4LU

The Crown - Manningtree

Address: 51 High St, Manningtree, CO2 0EG

Patch Colchester

Address: 24 Trinity St, Colchester, CO1 1JN

Chai Cafe Southend

Address: Unit 8, Victoria Business Park, Short St, Southend-on-Sea, SS2 5BY

San Fairie Ann

Address: 43 Alexandra St, southend on sea, SS11BW