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1. Kings Arms

4.4

Awesome(73)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pub • Stratford

Booked 1 time today

Soak up our friendly service and homely charm when nestled in the heart of the unique village of Mountfitchet. Here at the Kings Arms, we are the perfect retreat to sit back, relax and indulge in our delicious food with your favourite drink in hand. Our traditional pub classics are expertly crafted from our seasonal menus and the bar is crammed with local ales and tipples to tempt any taste buds. Using the most seasonal ingredients and decadent flavours, there's a dish for every desire. Turn your fleeting visit into a welcomed stay by resting your head in one of our four boutique ensuite double rooms. All decorated with cosy interiors and homely touches you'll be able to unwind in comfort and enjoy the relaxing atmosphere in a home away from home.

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2. Host Grill Restaurant Bishop’s Stortford

4.6

Exceptional(123)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Modern European • Bishop's Stortford

Booked 8 times today

Our modern and stylish restaurant serves a regularly changing menu with a predominantly modern European theme. Our wine list spans Europe and the new world with a focus on value at a great price.

3. Ruby's

4.0

Excellent(461)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Indian • Bishop's Stortford

Rubys Restaurant is proud to present the finest Indian cuisine in luxury surroundings with a varied selection of theatrical cocktails and extensive wine list. We offer an advisory service to ensure our food and drinks are to your taste and have trained our staff to provide the highest level of customer service. We have a selection of new cutting edge Indian dishes as well as the classic favourites and are happy to spice dishes to taste. Come down and enjoy the finest Indian food and drink in town.

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4. The Cricketers Arms in Rickling Green

4.7

Exceptional(581)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Saffron Walden

Booked 4 times today

RESTAURANT NOTE: Our outside tables are not bookable, they are available on a first come first served basis. Should you wish to reserve a table in our pergola, you must contact us directly please by phone 01799 619260 or email info@thecricketersarmspub.co.ukWhether you’re after a comforting home - cooked meal after a long day at work or fabulous fine dining for a special celebration, we’ve got something for every occasion. Choose from our locally sourced, innovative menu and excellent wine list in our oak beamed bar or stylish restaurant.

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5. Côte Brasserie - Bishop's Stortford

4.6

Exceptional(34)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French • Bishop's Stortford

Booked 17 times today

Cote is inspired by the brasseries of Paris, serving authentic French dishes all day in our classically designed restaurants. We are committed to producing authentic French classics, freshly cooked to order, from the highest quality sourced ingredients.

6. Star Bishops Stortford

2.0

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$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Bishop's Stortford

Located in the heart of Bishop Stortford, this traditional yet modern pub has been a part of the community since the 17th century and well somethings don't change, we are still the place to visit when you are looking for a relaxing tasty meal or when you want to soak up the sun whit one of our amazing drinks in your hand we are still the place to visit. We have a huge range of craft beers, cask ales, premium lagers, and ciders but we also have a spirit emporium packed with gins, rum, and tequila and we can’t forget our artisan cocktails and superb coffee! Our food is all about sharers, hand-stretched wood-fired pizzas, and our amazing burgers however you will find we offer the ‘usual suspects’ and lighter dishes too! No matter your cravings, we know we’ve got something you will just love...

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7. The Orange Tree - Sawbridgeworth

4.7

Exceptional(1733)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• British • Sawbridgeworth

Booked 16 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. Smiths Restaurant Ongar

4.8

Exceptional(4852)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Ongar

Booked 56 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.

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9. The Sword Inn Hand

4.8

Exceptional(837)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Buntingford

Booked 21 times today

The Sword Inn Hand is a 14th Century Free House with guest rooms nestled in the beautiful rural Hertfordshire village of Westmill, a mile south of the market town of Buntingford. With bar, dining room, mature landscaped gardens and charming country inspired guest rooms, it is the perfect countryside retreat for drinking, dining and relaxing. Seasonal produce is delivered to us daily by our fantastic local suppliers, and we pride ourselves on serving delicious fine food and traditional ales. Our friendly yet professional customer service and warm, relaxing atmosphere inspires our lovely customers to return week after week, and welcomes new visitors from far and wide. Owner, Jeremy Lee and his fantastic team look forward to making your visit a special one to remember.

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10. The Ivy Asia, St. Paul's

4.4

Awesome(7436)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Asian • St Paul's

Booked 245 times today

Serving theatrical drinks and cocktails late into the night alongside a delicious menu of Asian-inspired dishes. The vibrant and playful destination entertains, inspires and excites guests from the moment they step inside.Our dress code is smart-casual and quite relaxed. We just ask that the general look does not appear too sporty i.e. tracksuits/football shirts/baseball caps. Smart trainers are allowed. We do not allow flip flops to be worn.

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Stuart
London •5 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Glad to see place nice and busy Was well card for and the good was..... Fantastic
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The Cricketers Arms in Rickling GreenPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Saffron Walden
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Marcela
Hertfordshire •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 28, 2024
For the first time I enjoy everything and the staff was amazing on talking with us
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Host Grill Restaurant Bishop’s StortfordPrice: Expensive• Modern European• Bishop's Stortford
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Jason
London •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 26, 2024
As always, great food and polite service received from this cosy pub.
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Kings ArmsPrice: Moderate• Pub• Stratford
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Steve
London •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 26, 2024
Fantastic food, ambience and staff, cannot fault a thing… The cheese board! Wow
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Côte Brasserie - Bishop's StortfordPrice: Moderate• French• Bishop's Stortford
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Lorraine
London •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 1, 2024
Very good food, the staff was lovely, The restaurant was clean
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Ruby'sPrice: Moderate• Indian• Bishop's Stortford
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2. Host Grill Restaurant Bishop’s Stortford

3. Ruby's

4. The Cricketers Arms in Rickling Green

5. Côte Brasserie - Bishop's Stortford

6. Star Bishops Stortford

7. The Orange Tree - Sawbridgeworth

8. Smiths Restaurant Ongar

9. The Sword Inn Hand

10. The Ivy Asia, St. Paul's

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