The Colombian Grind

Cubanos Cafe Bistro

➤ 195 Elmsleigh Drive, SS9 4JH, Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom

Carte • Steak • Cuban • British • Vegetarian

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"Made a late booking for the Sunday roast spoke to the lovely Wendy the manager, over the phone she done everything she could to accommodate myself and partner. What a lovely warm welcome we got. We were welcomed like old friends. The food was amazing home cooked hot food. It felt like going to someone’s house for Christmas Day. Can’t recommend this restaurant highly enough. The service was spot on, the staff lovely and welcoming and the atmosphere was relaxed and spotlessly clean. The prices were reasonable. We enjoyed a lovely beef roast with all the trimming including extra gravy, follows by aunties homemade pavlova. I don’t normally leave reviews, but felt I had to after visiting this gem of a place. Which I found via trip advisor so thought only fair for me to also report back after my Visit. If your near or staying in Southend and don’t visit this restaurant your be sorry. Can’t rate highly enough. Thank you Wendy and team. See you again soon. Lindsey and Mark from Kent"

Wild Health

➤ 212 Leigh Rd, Leigh-on-sea, England, SS9 1BS, SS9 1JP, LEIGH-ON-SEA, United Kingdom

Carte • Pizza • Cafés • Seafood • European

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"Run by two of the loveliest girls, they have created the most amazing space. Whether it be out in their (covered! garden or in the cafe itself, you not only get amazing food but also amazing service. There is such a wide variety of choices to select from, but if you aren’t sure on what you fancy, the girls offer recommendations based on your individual preferences rather than anything else! I’ve lost count how many times I have been in but am sure to return whenever I get the chance !"

Afternoon Tea At Aurum

➤ The Seven Hotel7 Clifton Terrace, SS1 1DT, Southend on sea, United Kingdom

Carte • Steak • Vegan • European • Vegetarian

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"Living locally allows us to visit this restaurant at a moment's notice and enjoy the beautiful views of the estuary on a late summer day. It is ideal for avoiding the tourist crowds. We chose to sit inside and order from the bar terrace menu. The service was exceptional, with water provided for our table. Despite our waitress admitting she was new to the venue, everything was very efficient. We had a variety of small plates to share, including fries, lamb kebabs, duck salad, and Thai balls with dipping sauce. Everything was delicious, except for the duck salad which lacked crispiness and quickly became soggy. It could benefit from added texture, such as small wraps. The prices were a bit higher than expected, but the food was tasty and well-presented. We, along with other guests, asked for the air conditioning to be turned off, and our request was promptly granted. We are excited to try their Indian tasting plates, which seem to be offered annually and are highly sought after. We will have to book quickly before they sell out."

O Monte

➤ 68 London Road, Southend on sea, SS11PG, SS1 1PG, Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom

Carte • Pizza • Cafés • Seafood • European

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"Visited with some work colleagues for a birthday lunch and we had a fab time. We were served by Maria and Susana and both were attentive, polite and always smiling. The food was absolutely delicious! I had the half francasinha as I knew that this was a very filling dish and I still felt really full afterwards. My two colleagues also struggled o finish their food. The portion sizes are such good value for the price paid. The desserts are also homemade we had the flan which been made only that morning really delicious. They heard we had a birthday on the table and so one of the flans came with a candle and the staff sang happy birthday so nice of them to go this extra mile."

Leigh Bistro

➤ 123 Broadway, Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, Leigh-on-Sea SS9 1PG, United Kingdom

Carte • Fish • Vegan • Vegetarian • Gluten Free

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"We had a really pleasant Saturday evening at The Leigh Bistro. The quality of the food was excellent, the price very reasonable and the customer service was great. Nothing was too much trouble and the staff are extremely accommodating, especially the owner who took time to chat to us which we appreciated. Not a swanky, pretentious restaurant but an informal bistro with delicious home-cooked food and a good atmosphere the night we visited. I wish the new owner every success. We will be back very soon without doubt."