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- RRhysEssex •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoWe had such a fantastic experience celebrating my wife’s 30th birthday! The staff really went the extra mile, even putting up a happy birthday banner, which was such a lovely personal touch. Everyone was incredibly welcoming and friendly. I also had a great chat with the head chef, who remembered me from our previous visit, which was really nice. The fireworks were fantastic, and when we got back, our dessert was ready and waiting for us. Everything was just spot on from start to finish. The food itself was absolutely outstanding – easily a 10/10. Overall, probably one of the best dining experiences I’ve had in a long time. A huge thank you to the whole team for making the evening so special. We’ll definitely be back!More infoThe Punch Bowl££££• British• Southend-On-Sea•4.8
- EEileenYorkshire •5 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoConsistently very good food and service. Great ‘specials’ menu to add to already extensive choice. As a group we love tables 6&7. Will return !More infoThe Orange Tree - Sawbridgeworth££££• British• Sawbridgeworth•4.8
- KKarenCambridge/Cambridgeshire •2 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoWe had a light lunch, which was lovely. Sandwich, side and a soft drink which was great value for money! Staff were nice and friendly too. Will definitely be making a return trip.More infoThe Orator££££• Contemporary British• Cambridge•4.4
- AAnthonyLondon •2 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoDespite being last minute booking, everything about our visit was excellent. Thank you.More infoThe Crown Hotel££££• Gastro Pub• Long Melford•4.5
- HHilaryEssex •1 review5.0Dined on Oct 26, 2026Great food & service. Good value. Lovely waitress. Will return!More infoCaesar@Dolphin££££• European• Braintree•4.6