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Smiths Restaurant Ongar, Ongar, Essex

Smiths Restaurant Ongar

4.8
4.8
4993 Reviews
£41 and over
Seafood

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2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 36 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 4,993 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

    Hot spot

  • Essex

    Great for fine wines

  • Essex

    Good for special occasions

  • Essex

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Smiths Restaurant Ongar consistently delivers "amazing food" and "exceptional service," making it a top choice for "special occasions." Guests praise its "wonderful atmosphere," "friendly staff," and "excellent fish dishes." While some find prices high, the quality justifies the cost. A favorite in Essex, it offers a memorable dining experience.

4,993 Reviews

  1. MalcH57

    Essex3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food quality is amazing. We have been here many times. Fish is so fresh. Teriyaki chicken salad superb. They should give you another side dish. £6 for a tiny pot of mushy peas. Recommend it!

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  2. Terrence

    Essex2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything today was up to Smiths amazing high standard, apart from our Skate was slightly dry

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  3. roger

    London22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great meal ,service excellent highly recommend especially for that special occasion

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  4. Steve

    Berkshire3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, service and ambience. The menu selection is large and you'll find something you love. They go the extra mile and are very attentive without hovering. Great for special occasions!!

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  5. Richard

    London6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Have enjoyed our visits to Smiths Brasserie Ongar since they first opened. The menu and quality of the food is always to our liking.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    London1 review

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Lovely restaurant and good service. The only issue I would say is that I have the Dover sole every time I visit and every time it is over cooked / mushy. Cooked the point it looses its flakiness and integrity. Dover sole is my go to whenever I see it on the menu so I’d like to think I have had enough to know

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  7. Teresa

    Essex6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service from arriving to leaving! Fantastic choice of fish and other dishes! All beautifully cook and well presented. We went for my parent's anniversary and it was the perfect choice!

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  8. Robbo

    London13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always never disappoints excellent quality of food and menu. The service is exceptional attentive but not overly and substantial drinks menu both wine and cocktails

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  9. Angie

    Devon1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always good, staff lovely, food always delicious. Had the lunch set menu. We’ve been coming to Smiths for over 20 years and it never disappoints.

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  10. Barry

    Essex1 review

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Our meal was very good, the service likewise. Smiths maintain a high standard and it’s always a pleasure to go to the restaurant.

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Smiths Restaurant Ongar is rated 4.8 stars by 4993 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 36 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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