Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Basildon

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BasildonBillericayBrentwoodCastle PointChelmsfordEast London

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BasildonBenfleetBillericayBrentwoodCanvey IslandChelmsford

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32 restaurants available nearby

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1. The Eyna

4.7

Exceptional(960)

££££Price: Expensive

• Turkish • Basildon

Booked 19 times today

The Eyna is a new, refreshing, traditional Turkish cuisine coming to the heart of Basildon. With a open-plan dining experience, open kitchen & central bar, we're sure this will be your perfect location for all types of events or casual dining.

2. Harry's Bar

4.8

Exceptional(155)

££££Price: Expensive

• Continental • Billericay

Booked 2 times today

Harry's Bar & Restaurant is set in the vibrant high street of Billericay. It first opened it'd doors in 2012 and has been through a major refurbishment in 2017 . Increasing the restaurant size and menu changes to a full A la Carte menu including a traditional Sunday Roast, as well as lunchtime time snacks and meals.Harrys Bar is open 7 days a week from 12pm and offers live entertainment on a Saturday evening and a resident DJ on Fridays.The Restaurant serves a range of dished to suite everyones taste. All dished are cooked fresh with locally sourced and supplied ingredients.With its extensive drinks range it really is a venue to eat, drinks & be entertained.

3. Bella Ischia

4.6

Exceptional(19)

££££Price: Moderate

• Italian • Billericay

Booked 4 times today

Welcome to Bella IschiaA Taste of Ischia in Billericay!Indulge in the warmth and flavours of Italy as you step into our family-run restaurant, nestled in the heart of Billericay. At Bella Ischia, we bring a piece of Italy, right to your table.Having spent countless years in Ischia, Italy, our family has a deep-rooted love for authentic Italian cuisine. We have brought our culinary passion and heritage to the United Kingdom, aiming to create a little slice of our beloved Ischia here in Billericay. We take pride in offering a carefully curated menu that showcases the rich and diverse flavours of Italian cuisine.

4. The Olde Dog Inn

4.6

Exceptional(830)

££££Price: Moderate

• British • Brentwood

Booked 3 times today

The Olde Dog Inn at Herongate Tye is a picturesque Essex weather boarded inn. Known to date from the early 16th century, the pub has been serving good beer and food for hundreds of years. A wealth of traditional features greets you upon arrival with low-beamed ceilings, exposed fireplaces and a friendly atmosphere.Once again The Olde Dog Inn has been voted by OpenTable diners as one of the best. Thank you so much to all our customers that dined with us and left a review.*Bookings for tables of more than 6 people require a £10pp deposit which will be deducted from your bill on the day. Please note that deposits are non-refundable. If more that 48 hours’ notice is given for cancellation, we will be happy to move your deposit to a future booking or provide a gift voucher for the amount.

5. The Ship Stock

4.5

Awesome(278)

££££Price: Moderate

• Pub • Chelmsford

Booked 3 times today

A charming village pub nestled in the heart of West Hanningfield on the unspoiled greenbelt of the Essex city, Chelmsford. This soul-soothing, local pub offers a fresh, seasonal menu coupled with local craft beverages, all of which can be enjoyed in our vintage, east-coast setting. Our alfresco lawn is the perfect oasis for any passing visitor or returning local. Take in the panoramic views of the rolling hills or stay warm by our log burner snuggled inside. Both are perfect watching the world pass by with a drink in hand.

6. Lux N Lush

4.6

Exceptional(24)

££££Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Wickford

Booked 3 times today

Flavors of the Mediterranean. Stunning redefined and finest Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant in Wickford, Essex. Enjoy traditional and contemporary experience with food, cocktails and live-entertainment every Saturday from 21:00 to 00:00🎶 Live DJ Every Saturday!Join us at LuxnLush every Saturday night from 9 PM to midnight for an unforgettable evening with our live DJ, spinning the best in house, R&B, and party anthems. Great vibes, signature cocktails, and an electric atmosphere await!🎉 Private Hire AvailableLooking for the perfect venue for your baby shower, birthday party, or special celebration? LuxnLush is available for private hire with tailored packages to make your event truly memorable.📍 Contact us now to book your date!

A photo of Lot Bar & Restaurant restaurant

7. Lot Bar & Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(1457)

££££Price: Expensive

• Contemporary European • Brentwood

Booked 30 times today

Lot Bar and Restaurant is a family run business offering freshly prepared food from 8am until 10pm daily. Whether you are looking for an informal breakfast or light lunch with friends or a 3 course celebration dinner in the evening or simply a drink in the bar after work, we have the best to offer locally.We at Lot Bar and Restaurant take pride the quality of our ingredients, the high standard of presentation and excellent service. A seasonally changing breakfast and lunch menu offers everything you could want from a kitchen and our evening A la carte menu includes restaurant favourites as well as daily changing specials. On Sunday afternoons we offer the best Roast available. Our wine list, available from 11am, is curated by us to include the faithful, the unusual and the interesting.

A photo of The Bull Brentwood restaurant

8. The Bull Brentwood

4.4

Awesome(2149)

££££Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Brentwood

Booked 9 times today

Welcome to The Bull Brentwood, a warm, comfortable & friendly, family run gastro style pub. Our passion is to serve delicious homemade food using the finest ingredients, including rare breed meats and locally sourced produce. On the menu you can expect seasonally changing hearty food along with weekly specials plus the added bonus of a great wine list and friendly staff. We have an a la carte menu in our restaurant area and a bar menu if you fancy something lighter. On a Sunday we offer the A La Carte menu along with a our delicious Sunday roast menu. As well as our beautifully decorated restaurant we have a comfortable lounge bar area and an extensive garden with a children's play area. Both of these area's can also be used to relax, mingle & enjoy a meal or just a drink if you prefer...

A photo of Mad Dogs & Englishmen restaurant

9. Mad Dogs & Englishmen

4.8

Exceptional(2979)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Afternoon Tea • Leigh-On-Sea

Booked 8 times today

Here at Mad Dogs & Englishmen we have become renowned for our themed Afternoon Tea’s and wonderful cocktails. Enjoy the eclectic surroundings of this unique venue. We offer an immersive experience, a feast for the eyes and the taste buds! The Parlour Tea Room at Mad Dogs and Englishmen provides a vintage setting to enjoy Afternoon tea. We’ve become renowned for our themed teas which offer an unforgettable experience. The Botanical Rooms is upstairs and hosts our cocktail bar and also hosts our themed afternoon teas. EVENTS THE PARLOUR TEAROOM seatings at 12, 2.30 & 5 pm Running 17/1/25 - 04/5/2025 - DIAMOND OF THE SEASONIncluding Mothers Day 29th & 30th March Running 10/5/25 - 13/7/2025 - GREASETHE BOTANICAL ROOMS (upstairs) seatings at 12.30 & 3pm Running 17/1/25 - 27/04/2025 - SNOW WHITE Including Mothers Day 29th & 30th March Running 03/5/25 - 13/7/2025 - The Circle of LifePlease ensure you select the correct time, venue and event when booking.

10. Zebrano Brentwood

4.2

Awesome(251)

££££Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Brentwood

Booked 5 times today

Zebrano Brentwood offers a refined dining experience in the heart of Brentwood, specialising in seafood and steaks. Its contemporary and inviting atmosphere makes it ideal for various occasions, from intimate meals to large group celebrations. With a focus on fresh, high-quality ingredients, Zebrano Brentwood is known for its attention to detail in every dish. The venue also features a cocktail bar and offers private hire options. Perfect for food lovers who enjoy a sophisticated setting.Infants and children under 8yrs are welcome till 8pm, Opening times vary on Bank holidays & Special days.

See what locals rave about

From verified diners like you

M
Michael
Kent •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Good place, good people and a very well cooked food . We will definitely visit again soonest. The manager is top notch, consistently coming around to check how we are doing and to confirm if we were enjoy our time at the place.
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The EynaPrice: Expensive• Turkish• Basildon
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4.7
M
Maree
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our first time there and lovely foods and dessert too.. very hot weather (humid) but lovely inside “Lemon theme” we will go back again next time
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The Ship StockPrice: Moderate• Pub• Chelmsford
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4.5
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Tania
Essex •1 review
5.0
Dined on 15 Jun 2025
This is lovely gem of a restaurant in our high street. The food is exceptional and it makes a change to leave a restaurant feeling full. Nice ambience and staff are lovely and welcoming. It's nice as it's an independent restaurant too.
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Bella IschiaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Billericay
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4.6
D
Desmond
London •2 reviews
4.0
Dined on 15 Jun 2025
Roast beef dinner excellent ,moussaka very good, prawn and chicken starters very tasty. Well worth the visit
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The Olde Dog InnPrice: Moderate• British• Brentwood
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4.6
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Kellie
Essex •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 May 2025
Lovely venue and staff , food is fab too Recommend a visit
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Harry's BarPrice: Expensive• Continental• Billericay
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4.8

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