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Smiths Restaurant Ongar, Ongar, Essex

Smiths Restaurant Ongar

4.8
4.8
4805 Reviews
£41 and over
Seafood
A photo of Smiths Restaurant Ongar restaurant

Smiths Restaurant Ongar

4.8
£41 and over
Seafood
Ongar

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 27 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
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.


Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–4:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–7:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 6:00 pm–11:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:45 pm–12:30 am
  • Phone number
    01277 365578
  • Website
    http://smithsrestaurants.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Richard
  • Private party facilities
    The Smith’s unique private dining experience is the perfect choice for your special occasion. Our stunning private bar is suitable for both seated dinners for up to 20 guests round one table where you will be looked after by your own personal waiter or up to 28 people on seperate tables.

Menu

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What 4,805 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Essex

    Best Overall

  • Essex

    Best Food

  • Essex

    Best Service

  • Essex

    Best Ambiance

  • Essex

    Best Value

  • Essex

    Good for business meals

  • Essex

    Great for fine wines

  • Essex

    Good for special occasions

  • Essex

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Smiths Restaurant Ongar is a culinary gem, consistently praised for "amazing food" and "outstanding service." It's a favorite for special occasions, offering a delightful atmosphere with "attentive, welcoming staff." The menu is diverse and the set lunch offers great value. Patrons love the "incredible" seafood and "first-class" dining experience.

4,806 Reviews

  1. claire

    London

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    fully booked but got a lovely table plenty of space amazing food as always good service very relaxing

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  2. Evie

    Essex

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is excellent!! Service is outstanding!! Absolutely brilliant as always!!

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  3. Justine

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food & service exceptional as always. There was an A list celebrity in there today but it did not affect the treatment of other diners (which I’ve experienced in other establishments!). Faultless!!

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  4. Peter

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We met for a celebratory Christmas lunch with family members everything was excellent. Wonderful fish and perfect service. Only one thing to change and that is lack of 0% pale ales. All lagers and not very inspiring.

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  5. Louise

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect as always, attentive staff and great food.

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  6. SAMANTHA

    Essex

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is divine and large portions (couldn’t finish it all) ; it’s then topped off with 5 star service - you won’t be disappointed.

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  7. Julie

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service from very friendly and well trained staff, the food was lovely too.

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  8. Michele

    London

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the moment we walked in, we received superb service from lovely staff. Our meal was delicious & my husband said his skate n capers was the best he’s had. Everything was slick & professional whilst managing to be friendly & welcoming. We had a really lovely evening. Thank you.

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  9. Michael

    London

    6 reviews

    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Bit like school dinners Small tables Cramped Space No crab or oysters Limited choice of fish Only wow factor is the bill

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  10. Paul

    Essex

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food as usual service bit hectic but to be expected this time of year

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Smiths Restaurant Ongar is rated 4.8 stars by 4805 OpenTable diners.

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A photo of Smiths Restaurant Ongar restaurant

Smiths Restaurant Ongar

4.8
£41 and over
Seafood
Ongar

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 27 times today
Google Map for Smiths Restaurant Ongar

Fyfield Road, Ongar, Essex CM5 0AL

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Ongar
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–4:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–7:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 6:00 pm–11:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:45 pm–12:30 am
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Richard
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://smithsrestaurants.com/
  • Phone number
    01277 365578
  • Private party facilities
    The Smith’s unique private dining experience is the perfect choice for your special occasion. Our stunning private bar is suitable for both seated dinners for up to 20 guests round one table where you will be looked after by your own personal waiter or up to 28 people on seperate tables.
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