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1. The Seafood Shack
4.1
Excellent(31)
££££
• Seafood • Southend-On-Sea
Booked 5 times today
Welcome to The Seafood Shack.We are an award-winning bar and grill serving fresh seafood, flame-grilled dishes and mouth-watering classics, right in the heart of Southend and just steps away from the seafront.Our menu features hot and cold seafood, grilled meat classics, vegetarian, vegan as well as gluten-free dishes - all freshly prepared for your enjoyment. We keep our customers excited with rotating specials to discover every week.Our bar manager Jake will keep you spoiled with a selection of premium tapped beer range, carefully curated delicious wine and cocktail list to perfectly pair with our gorgeous food.Takeaway is available but we highly recommend dining in to enjoy the full Driftwood experience.Founded by lifelong friends Sandy and Wendy, the creators of the original Shack, Driftwood is a place created by shared passion, friendship and love - and you can taste it in every sip and bite.
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2. Smiths Restaurant Ongar
4.8
Exceptional(5778)
££££
• Seafood • Ongar
Booked 51 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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3. Alec's Restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(141)
££££
• Seafood • Brentwood
Booked 9 times today
Alec’s Restaurant opened in 2010 and has established itself as one of Essex’s leading fish Restaurants. Alec’s prides itself on quality ingredients and exceptional service.Unwind with a premium bottle of wine or signature cocktail in the comfortable lounge before taking a seat in the elegant main dining room, which can accommodate 120 guests.Roaring fires in the winter and a delightful outdoor dining area in the summer, only enhance the elegant building.The menu at Alec’s Restaurant is traditionally British and sets out to provide simple, quality fresh food. Although predominantly a seafood restaurant serving the finest fish and shellfish, mouth-watering meat dishes add to this impressive menu.We are proud to follow the MSC code of conduct for sustainably sourced seafood. Plus, all seafood and fish are wild and ‘day boat caught’ from across Britain.Please note that this restaurant operates a strict policy of no children under 12 years, and a smart casual dress code.
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4. Fish at 55
4.8
Exceptional(1570)
££££
• Seafood • Rochester
Booked 15 times today
Fish at 55 in Rochester is a seafood lover's paradise, celebrated for its fresh, authentic, and exquisitely prepared dishes. This contemporary restaurant consistently wows diners with its stellar seafood offerings, including standout dishes like the "smoked prawns" which one reviewer described as "absolutely delicious" and the "special scallops for starter and the mussels for the main" hailed as some of the best seafood ever experienced. The restaurant's commitment to quality is evident in every bite, with a menu that caters to all tastes, including pescatarians and sushi enthusiasts. With attentive service and a warm atmosphere, Fish at 55 promises an exceptional dining experience that will have you returning time and again.
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5. The Moody Mare
4.4
Awesome(2279)
££££
• Seafood • Wrotham
If you are a seafood lover, The Moody Mare in Wrotham is a must-visit destination. This charming restaurant, set in a beautifully converted 18th-century farmhouse, offers a seafood experience that's both authentic and unforgettable. Guests rave about the "fresh fish" and the "amazing mussels," highlighting the quality and flavor that sets their dishes apart. The cozy ambiance, complemented by heated tipis and candle-lit tables, makes for a delightful dining atmosphere. With a dedicated team passionate about their craft, The Moody Mare promises an exceptional seafood journey that keeps diners coming back for more. Experience seafood done right—book your table today!
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6. Big Easy Bluewater
4.0
Excellent(1942)
££££
• Seafood • Dartford
Booked 16 times today
Big Easy Bluewater is a vibrant American-style BBQ and seafood restaurant located in Kent's Bluewater Shopping Centre. Spanning over 6,500 sq ft across three levels, it offers a dynamic dining experience with live blues music nightly and a menu featuring slow-smoked meats, fresh lobsters, and an extensive selection of over 500 whiskies and rums., ice cold beers on tap, live bands every night. We are a local institution, with an international following.Ideal for group gatherings, Big Easy Bluewater accommodates large parties with special menus and bespoke event packages.
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7. Lazy Lobster
4.7
Exceptional(387)
££££
• Seafood • Whitstable
Booked 16 times today
Lazy Lobster in Whitstable is a stellar example of authentic Gastro Pub cuisine, set in a charming 19th-century pub atmosphere. Known for its "exceptional food and service," this seafood haven offers a diverse menu featuring fresh, seasonal dishes that delight the palate. Diners rave about the "Shetland mussels" and "exceptional veal and lobster surf and turf." The sharing menu, much like tapas, ensures a dynamic dining experience with each dish arriving when ready. Accompanied by an exciting wine list and a fully stocked bar, Lazy Lobster is a must-visit for those seeking a unique and memorable culinary adventure in Whitstable.
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  • OpenTable Diner
    London •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Revisited Smiths after many years. Very nice experience. It was for my birthday and it was fantastic. My husband and I enjoyed a great meal, food cooked so well and the welcome from the staff excellent. We were served by Jess who is one of the managers, she just happened to be waiting tables last evening. What a lovely lady, professional but approachable and friendly. Our food was some of the best we have had and we frequent many good restaurants. The fish i had was perfect, beautiful skate middle and vegetables on the side were delicious. We will definitely be going to Smiths again soon.
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    Smiths Restaurant Ongar££££• Seafood• Ongar
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    4.8
  • trudy
    London •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Had a lovely time food was amazing and staff were very friendly
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    Fish at 55££££• Fish• Rochester
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    4.8
  • Dean
    London •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    First Class experience as always! My favourite restaurant. 👌
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    Alec's Restaurant££££• Seafood• Brentwood
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    4.9
  • Ben
    Essex •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Very attentive & friendly staff, delicious food, will be back
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    The Moody Mare££££• Gastro Pub• Wrotham
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    4.4
  • adrian
    London •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 24 May 2026
    excellent quality, excellent price, 10+ rating staff
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    The Seafood Shack££££• Seafood• Southend-On-Sea
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    4.1

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