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A photo of The Red Lion - Margaretting restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(34)
Price: Moderate
• Gastro pub • Margaretting
Booked 2 times today
Nestled in the charming village of Margaretting, The Red Lion stands out as a beacon of authentic British cuisine. With a focus on prime locally sourced steak and beef, each dish is crafted to perfection under the skilled eye of Head Chef Lukasz Kot. The restaurant offers an inviting atmosphere, perfect for enjoying a hearty meal with friends or family. A standout review praises their "best Ribeye" and describes the chips as "huge and perfectly cooked," making it clear that quality is paramount here. From the warm service to the "exceptional" Sunday roast, dining at The Red Lion is a delightful British experience.
A photo of The Olde Dog Inn restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(813)
Price: Moderate
• Gastro pub • Brentwood
Booked 4 times today
The Olde Dog Inn in Brentwood is a true gem of Gastro Pub cuisine, offering an authentic dining experience that captures the essence of traditional English hospitality. This charming 16th-century inn is celebrated for its "excellent food and service," with patrons consistently praising the "lovely 16th-century surroundings" and the "friendly and helpful" staff. The menu, while not the largest, is thoughtfully curated to ensure every dish is "well cooked and plentiful." Guests rave about the "home prepared & home cooked" meals, highlighting favorites like the Sunday roast and crispy roast potatoes. With its warm atmosphere and rich history, The Olde Dog Inn stands out as a must-visit destination for food lovers.
A photo of The Bull Brentwood restaurant
4.5
Awesome(2141)
Price: Moderate
• Gastro pub • Brentwood
Booked 14 times today
Welcome to The Bull Brentwood, a warm, comfortable & friendly, family run gastro style pub. Our passion is to serve delicious homemade food using the finest ingredients, including rare breed meats and locally sourced produce. On the menu you can expect seasonally changing hearty food along with weekly specials plus the added bonus of a great wine list and friendly staff. We have an a la carte menu in our restaurant area and a bar menu if you fancy something lighter. On a Sunday we offer the A La Carte menu along with a our delicious Sunday roast menu. As well as our beautifully decorated restaurant we have a comfortable lounge bar area and an extensive garden with a children's play area. Both of these area's can also be used to relax, mingle & enjoy a meal or just a drink if you prefer...
A photo of The Leather Bottle restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(59)
Price: Moderate
• Gastro pub • Brentwood
Booked 3 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.
A photo of The Kings Arms Broomfield restaurant
4.1
Excellent(20)
Price: Moderate
• Gastro pub • Chelmsford
Booked 4 times today
Welcome to the Kings Arms.We look forward to seeing you soon.
A photo of The Cricketers Mill Green restaurant
4.4
Awesome(123)
Price: Expensive
• Gastro pub • Brentwood
Booked 4 times today
Nestled in the picturesque surroundings of Brentwood near Ingatestone, The Cricketers Mill Green is more than just a pub—it's a delightful Gastro Pub experience that locals and visitors alike rave about. The restaurant's commitment to using locally sourced ingredients results in dishes that are both fresh and flavorful, making each meal a culinary delight. Guests often highlight the "fabulous food and drinks" and describe the Sunday roasts as "superb." The warm, welcoming atmosphere, coupled with attentive service, ensures a memorable dining experience. Whether you're enjoying a quiet meal or a lively gathering with friends, The Cricketers Mill Green promises "wonderful staff and service" in a cozy setting.
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  • Martin
    Essex •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Pie was beautiful, full of meat and flavour. Fresh veg to, excellent
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    The Olde Dog InnPrice: Moderate• British• Brentwood
    4.6
  • Angela
    London •1 review
    4.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Booked for Sunday roast with family, four of us for 4pm. The noise level was extreme, chatting, crashing plates at counter behind us and busy jazz instrumental music from above us. This experience was then made worse, by the service although polite, it took around 10-15minutes to get a drink order taken. The 4 to 5 staff made no eye contact with any of us. Yet served the table next to us, whom had all sat down after us. They bring our drinks, take our food order and fifty minutes in, the waiter came to our table to say they were all out of Roast Pork so I ordered the Roast Lamb instead. Roast Lamb was dreadful, I had to spit out the first two mouthfuls as the chewiness as well as the gristle were making me gag. Even my other half who had the lamb made a remark and he never complains about food, ever. Yes lamb can be on the pink side, this I don't mind. However, rump needed slow cooking imo. I cut away a small sliver about 1cm, from the edge of one slice and it was okay however the majority of the lamb was full of unrendered fat and lots of gristle, making it, impossible to enjoy. The roast potatoes had hard outer...no not crispy, just hard making them almost impenetrable and each plate had varying vegetables, only one plate had kale, I had one piece of carrot and a spoonful of red cabbage. The gravy was scarce, too. I was so disappointed but luckily our two relatives had chicken which they enjoyed. It did not feel like a scrumptious Sunday roast, more like you'd popped in last minute and had been given whatever was left over.
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    The HemingwayPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Hackney
    4.4
  • Silv
    Essex •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Great food great service really nice will definitely visit again
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    The Red Lion - MargarettingPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Margaretting
    4.6
  • Nikki
    Essex •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 28 Feb 2025
    As ever the food and service were excellent. A little noisy in the main restaurant and a child’s birthday party didn’t help.
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    The Bull BrentwoodPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Brentwood
    4.5
  • Julie-Ann
    Essex •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 19 Feb 2025
    Delicious food, friendly service and fairly priced. The soup was wonderful and I might go back this week for lunch just to have it again.
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    The Leather BottlePrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Brentwood
    4.8
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