Best Sunday Lunch Restaurants in Waltham Abbey

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East LondonEppingHarlowHertfordHertsmereLoughton

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AbridgeBarnetBounds Green/Wood GreenBrookmans ParkCrouch EndEast Finchley

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A photo of Tom, Dick & Harry's restaurant

1. Tom, Dick & Harry's

4.4

Awesome(32)

££££Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Loughton

Booked 9 times today

Tom, Dick & Harry’s brings something fresh and exciting to Essex.Open every day from midday for brunch and lunch through to drinks and dinner in the evening, Tom, Dick and Harry’s offers a destination dining experience in the heart of Loughton. As well as the main dining room, there is a lounge area complete with baby grand piano, counter dining at the bar and two al fresco terraces. Small plates, Sunday roasts, extensive wine list, Michelin guide food, classic cocktails… all within a short walk to Epping Forest.

A photo of The Terrace at Sópers restaurant

2. The Terrace at Sópers

4.3

Awesome(92)

££££Price: Moderate

• British • Potters Bar

Booked 3 times today

Situated in the heart of Cuffley, The Terrace Brasserie & Bar offers a blend of familiar luxury and understated sophistication. Our all-day British dining restaurant boasts a modern, light, and spacious interior. Whether you prefer the inviting ambiance of our main dining area or the refreshing outdoor atmosphere of our terrace, we provide a welcoming space for you to indulge in seasonal favourites.Our menu is a celebration of gourmet British flavours, meticulously crafted with attention to detail. Join us on Sundays for our renowned roast dinners, where we also offer delectable sharing boards for a communal dining experience.We are open to everyone of all ages. However, we ask that no under 21s are in The Terrace after 7:30pm on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. We take card payments only.Please note ID is required to enter the restaurant on Friday and Saturday evenings. We offer live music on Fridays and Saturdays from 7pm - We hope you enjoy!

3. The Standard

3.3

Good(126)

££££Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Loughton

Booked 1 time today

The Standard is a Gastro Bar located in Essex. Our unique Roof Garden offers scenic alfresco dinning options not to be rivalled locally! Our industrialesq chic gastro bar offers a relaxed and welcoming loft inspired atmosphere, where we specialise in serving only the Freshest Produce throughout our extensive Lunch & Dinner Menu late into the evening for the night owls, and a classic Sunday Roast weekly from noon until late. Known for our bespoke cocktail menu, created alongside the elite mixologists at Moet & Hennessy, as well as a specially curated Wine Lists from the Masters Sommeliers at Enotria & Coe, we offer a fresh and luxurious twist on the classics in addition to your signature cocktails.Praised for his experience and accolade winning past, Executive Chef Billy Cronin has previously held positions at The Lanesborough Hotel, The London Coliseum, Theatre Royal, Honourable Artillery Company as well as Executive Chef at The Tate Modern.

4. Haywards

4.8

Exceptional(967)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Modern European • Epping

Now offering a bespoke catering and events service, including private dining, special in house events & dinners, exclusive hire, outside catering or 'ready to serve' meals. Please email info@haywardsevents.co.uk or visit www.haywardsevents.co.uk for further information.Haywards is located on the outskirts of the beautiful Epping Forest and historical Epping town centre. A sophisticated and elegant environment, the building is a converted skittle alley and still retains many original features. Haywards is owned and run by husband-and-wife team Amanda and Jahdre Hayward, and their experience and passion for offering high quality and exciting dishes is evident throughout your visit. Staff are well trained and offer exceptional customer service and the interesting and exciting dishes created in the kitchen consistently receive high praise. Although not open as a restaurant any longer, Haywards was awarded 3AA Rosettes in 2019 in addition to a number of accolades prior to this.

5. The New Boar

4.3

Awesome(851)

££££Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Romford

Though for our private dining or events reservations please contact the restaurant direct on 01992 812110. A minimum a main course must be ordered by each guest. Experience the tasty food of The Blue Boar, with its well-balanced modern menu prepared for you by our Brigade, accompanied by friendly service from the front of house team. The mouth-watering food and extensive choice exceeds expectations and is sure to please all. It will undoubtedly be an eatery you will visit frequently and due to its popularity, and value for money, it enjoys a buzzing and warm hearted vibe.

6. Tollington's

4.6

Exceptional(104)

££££Price: Expensive

• Fish • Holloway

Booked 21 times today

We do take a limited number of online bookings but walk-ins are very welcome (and encouraged)!Tired of the loosely French inspired humdrum of restaurants popping up across the city of London? Do you like holidays? Do you like cold drinks and warm service? If you've answered yes to one or more of these then perhaps Tollington's can refresh both your pallet and your mindThe idea came from a mirror in an antiques market and a love for a more informal approach to dining, the result a chippy in North London with church pews bolted to the walls to be leaned on and eaten from. The focus is on fish but the menu transcends just fish, leaving no stone unturned in the never ending quest for flavour Split between two rooms, the kitchen and bar shared by customers as they perch on bar stools and enjoy dinner and a show. The back room - lower lighting, lower seating, a slight calm compared to the front room. Works of art from friends of the restaurant adorn the walls and floors

A photo of Leo's Restaurant & Bar restaurant

7. Leo's Restaurant & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(196)

££££Price: Expensive

• Regional Italian (Sardinia) • Homerton

Booked 6 times today

We are an Italian cafe, bar & restaurant on Chatsworth Road, Clapton. We are open for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and a special Set Sunday Lunch every week. Bookings can be made for Dinner & Saturday or Sunday Lunch only. We do not take bookings for Breakfast or Lunch in the cafe so feel free to walk in.Walk-ins for dinner are always welcome in the bar but reservations are necessary for the dining room.

8. Burnt Faith

4.7

Exceptional(37)

££££Price: Expensive

• Barbecue • Walthamstow

Booked 6 times today

Welcome to Burnt Faith’s Brandy House Bar – where we break the rules of brandy-making and push the boundaries of flavour.Now home to Black Cactus BBQ, our bar and restaurant in Walthamstow (just 10 minutes from Blackhorse Road) is a bold fusion of world-class cocktails and next-level BBQ. Black Cactus brings their award-winning, Texas-style BBQ straight from the pit, using time-honored techniques, live fire, and offset smokers to craft meats that are rich in tradition yet fearless in innovation.Every dish is made in-house with passion, blending diverse cultural flavours to create something truly unique—just like our brandy. Whether you're here for a cocktail, a signature platter, or the full experience, expect bold, uncompromising flavours from the glass to the plate.This isn’t just dinner and drinks. It’s a fire-fueled, flavour-packed experience you won’t forget.

9. Grow, Hackney

4.6

Exceptional(97)

££££Price: Moderate

• Middle Eastern • Hackney

Booked 5 times today

Grow is hidden haven in Hackney Wick with a heated and covered terrace next to the River Lea. The menu is inspired by Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine with an emphasis on sustainability. Our menu is primarily plant-led but we also offer ethically sourced meat options. As well as being a cosy spot for brunch, lunch, coffee and chat, you can expect a broad range of live music & performances on weekday evenings and DJ led events on the weekends. Whatever you’re after, Grow provides an escape from the hustle and bustle of busy city life.

10. Funky Monk

4.1

Excellent(187)

££££Price: Expensive

• British • Epping

Booked 2 times today

Welcome to the Funky Monk, nestled in the heart of Epping, where the spirit of classic hospitality runs deep in our veins. Our passion lies in curating delectable seasonal British fare using time-honoured culinary methods. We proudly present an extensive array of distinctive boutique and traditional wines that continually spark conversations and intrigue among our guests.Join us for a delightful evening with your friends or that special someone. On Fridays and Saturdays, we amp up the excitement with live entertainment in our restaurant, creating the perfect atmosphere for you to groove, though we kindly request you keep your dancing feet off the tables!For an even more enchanting experience, consider reserving one of our Suites, allowing you to savour the magic just a bit longer. The Funky Monk is where cherished memories are made, so come and dine with us soon!

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Carol
London •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 29 Jun 2025
Lovely service and atmosphere. We ordered the sharing roast . Looked amazing when it arrived. Plenty of everything on the board. Downside meat was very fatty so not much we could eat once fat was removed. And everything just over seasoned . Had a strong pepper taste we both didn’t enjoy the meal. Such a shame maybe chef had a bad day 😬
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The Terrace at SópersPrice: Moderate• British• Potters Bar
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4.3
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Benjamin
London •1 review
5.0
Dined on 29 Jun 2025
Went for a Sunday Roast but instead opted for one of the specials. Lemon Sole was beautifully cooked and delicious. Others in our party did have the roast and said that it was tasty and well presented. Staff were friendly, professional and helpful. Will definitely be coming again.
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The New BoarPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Romford
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4.3
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Nadya
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 Jun 2025
Always having the best time at TDH’s, we were very well looked after by everyone, the food was really nice, fresh and tasty. This is a favourite restaurant of our family.
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Tom, Dick & Harry'sPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Loughton
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4.4
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Shelley
London •18 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 Apr 2025
From beginning to the end everything was absolutely perfect. Food was stunning. Description of every course was perfectly executed and Amanda being her lovely self as always thank you again. We have been many times and we will go many more.
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HaywardsPrice: Very Expensive• Modern European• Epping
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4.8
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Ben
Hawaii •1 review
5.0
Dined on 30 Mar 2025
Food is unreal, one of the best roast dinners around.
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The StandardPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Loughton
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3.3

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