Best Lunch Restaurants in Ongar

23 restaurants available nearby

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1. Smiths Restaurant Ongar

4.8

Exceptional(4824)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Ongar

Booked 17 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.

2. Funky Monk

4.2

Awesome(168)

Price: Expensive

• British • Epping

Booked 4 times today

Welcome to the Funky Monk, nestled in the heart of Epping, where the spirit of classic hospitality runs deep in our veins. Our passion lies in curating delectable seasonal British fare using time-honoured culinary methods. We proudly present an extensive array of distinctive boutique and traditional wines that continually spark conversations and intrigue among our guests.Join us for a delightful evening with your friends or that special someone. On Fridays and Saturdays, we amp up the excitement with live entertainment in our restaurant, creating the perfect atmosphere for you to groove, though we kindly request you keep your dancing feet off the tables!For an even more enchanting experience, consider reserving one of our Suites, allowing you to savour the magic just a bit longer. The Funky Monk is where cherished memories are made, so come and dine with us soon!

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3. Tanishq Restaurant & Bar

4.8

Exceptional(11)

Price: Expensive

• Indian • Ongar

Booked 2 times today

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.

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4. The Leather Bottle

4.8

Exceptional(55)

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Brentwood

Booked 2 times today

With everything you would expect from a traditional pub, we source all the finest local produce cooked fresh on the premises by our team of talented young chefs, including delicious imaginative homemade starters and deserts.We offer an A La Carte menu or a Bar Menu if you would prefer something light and we pride ourselves on our delicious Sunday Lunch.

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5. The Cart Shed Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(111)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary British • Epping

For many years, William had wanted to open his own restaurant & finally he has. "The Cart Shed".Showcasing the best of local and seasonal food, much of which will have been produced on the family farm, but we aim not to travel more than 10 miles for any of our ingredients (except for the odd exotic like lemons for your G&T).We have rejuvenated the horticultural side of the farm. Along with poultry, quail and squab pigeons the farm is providing much of the food served in the restaurant.William & his friends will also be out with their guns & fishing rods to provide a little wild meat for the table such as venison, partridge, trout not to mention the humble wood pigeon and rabbit.After a couple of years of interruption caused by COVID & life things are now back to normal with a new team & a newly refurbished restaurant.We look forward to seeing you all soon.

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6. Lot Bar & Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1363)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary European • Brentwood

Booked 26 times today

Lot Bar and Restaurant is a family run business offering freshly prepared food from 8am until 10pm daily. Whether you are looking for an informal breakfast or light lunch with friends or a 3 course celebration dinner in the evening or simply a drink in the bar after work, we have the best to offer locally.We at Lot Bar and Restaurant take pride the quality of our ingredients, the high standard of presentation and excellent service. A seasonally changing breakfast and lunch menu offers everything you could want from a kitchen and our evening A la carte menu includes restaurant favourites as well as daily changing specials. On Sunday afternoons we offer the best Roast available. Our wine list, available from 11am, is curated by us to include the faithful, the unusual and the interesting.

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7. The Orange Tree - Sawbridgeworth

4.7

Exceptional(1726)

Price: Expensive

• British • Sawbridgeworth

Booked 14 times today

The Orange Tree Sawbridgeworth is Pub, Restaurant and Farm shop located 2 miles from the town centre and 3 miles from the train station.Voted #1 in Sawbridgeworth on Trip Advisor for the last 5 years and winner of its Travellers Choice Award in 2020, 2021 & 2022, 2023 & 2024 puts it in the top 10% of restaurants worldwide based on customer reviews.The Orange Tree serves a varied menu from a wide selection of Steaks to an extensive daily Fish specials board.Famed for our 1kg Tomahawk, Billionaires Fish Pie and Lobsters direct form Cornwall we also offer a large number of Gluten Free options including Fish & Chips.We are sure our menu has something for everyone.Check out the website www.orangetreesawbridgeworth.com where the online shop allows you to buy all the meats we serve here in the restaurant.We also have our private dining room available for private hire at no extra cost and can seat a maximum 20 guests.Ideal for those special occasions

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8. The Cricketers Mill Green

4.3

Awesome(106)

Price: Expensive

• British • Brentwood

Booked 8 times today

‘MORE THAN JUST A PUB! ‘There's plenty on offer throughout the week at The Cricketers Mill Green near Ingatestone in Essex.Set within a beautiful rural environment but easily accessible.Now serving lunch & dinner 5 days per week including an extended Sunday Lunch service.Please Note While Booking With Us, Dogs are allowed in the bar area however that are not allowed in the restaurant.Food is served in our restaurant with our new A La Carte menu which is served Wednesday to Saturday 12-3pm then 6-9pm or our new Bar menu Which is served all day Wednesday to Saturday 12-9pm excluding sandwiches in the evening.See our website for our menus.We also have daily 'specials' so there is always something different. We use locally sourced ingredients and all of our dishes are freshly prepared in our kitchen.

9. The New Boar

4.5

Awesome(830)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Romford

Booked 5 times today

Though for our private dining or events reservations please contact the restaurant direct on 01992 812110. A minimum a main course must be ordered by each guest. Experience the tasty food of The Blue Boar, with its well-balanced modern menu prepared for you by our Brigade, accompanied by friendly service from the front of house team. The mouth-watering food and extensive choice exceeds expectations and is sure to please all. It will undoubtedly be an eatery you will visit frequently and due to its popularity, and value for money, it enjoys a buzzing and warm hearted vibe.

10. Alec's Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(92)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Brentwood

Booked 1 time 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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denise
London •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Another amazing dining experience Everything was outstanding from the moment we got to the entrance The ambience is warm and friendly The food and service is always five star Well done smiths no matter how busy the restaurant is the experience is always perfect
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Smiths Restaurant OngarPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Ongar
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4.8
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David
Essex •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Food was amazing loverly staff great service we will be returning again in a couple of weeks. Would highly recommend thanks leather bottle.
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The Leather BottlePrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Brentwood
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4.8
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Rehena
London •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 30 Nov 2024
Lovely venue, although in the middle of no where in my opinion. Service was good as we had early booking. Starters was delicious, the venison kebab, the quails egg I would have preferred it to be a bit runnier in the middle when you cut into it. The sauce was great and good amount just right for the amount. The mix grill was a disappointment due to the small portion size, there was not enough flavour to this dish. The prawn purée was nice, please serve in a flat plate as it will be easier to eat than the round bowl we had it served in. Ambience was nice. Mains were ok the meat dish was not spicy enough as per details on the menu, the dhansak was lovely, the peshwari naan was yummy. The duck dish would be better to be cooked to one’s tastebud, I would have preferred this a little less cooked. Dessert- we didn’t enjoy in the way it was described on the menu, however the cake for the birthday was nice along with the other complimentary little pot we had. A lovely evening full of lovely food
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Tanishq Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• Indian• Ongar
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4.8
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Emma
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 Nov 2024
We had a fantastic time for my step daughter’s 19th birthday. The 7 of us enjoyed our food very much and it was served by attentive and pleasant staff. We had a lovely night, thank you.
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Funky MonkPrice: Expensive• British• Epping
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4.2
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ReshmaB
New York City •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 Nov 2024
Third visit to The Cart Shed with friends this time and it did not disappoint! The food was amazing and the staff were friendly and helpful. Can't wait to take more friends and family to eat here!
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The Cart Shed RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary British• Epping
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4.8

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23 restaurants available nearby

1. Smiths Restaurant Ongar

2. Funky Monk

3. Tanishq Restaurant & Bar

4. The Leather Bottle

5. The Cart Shed Restaurant

6. Lot Bar & Restaurant

7. The Orange Tree - Sawbridgeworth

8. The Cricketers Mill Green

9. The New Boar

10. Alec's Restaurant

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