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A photo of Bread Street Kitchen, Bar & Rooftop – Stratford restaurant
4.0
Excellent(337)
$$$$
• European • Stratford
Booked 48 times today
Located at the gateway to Westfield Stratford City, Bread Street Kitchen & Bar offers modern all-day dining from Gordon Ramsay.From signature mains to vibrant salads and seasonal cocktails, it’s ideal for a leisurely lunch, drinks on the terrace, or pre-theatre dining.Just minutes from Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and the stadium, this stylish space is perfect for groups, celebrations, and relaxed meals alike.
A photo of The Cart Shed Restaurant restaurant
4.5
Awesome(113)
$$$$
• Contemporary British • Epping
For many years, William had wanted to open his own restaurant & finally he has. "The Cart Shed".Showcasing the best of local and seasonal food, much of which will have been produced on the family farm, but we aim not to travel more than 10 miles for any of our ingredients (except for the odd exotic like lemons for your G&T).We have rejuvenated the horticultural side of the farm. Along with poultry, quail and squab pigeons the farm is providing much of the food served in the restaurant.William & his friends will also be out with their guns & fishing rods to provide a little wild meat for the table such as venison, partridge, trout not to mention the humble wood pigeon and rabbit.After a couple of years of interruption caused by COVID & life things are now back to normal with a new team & a newly refurbished restaurant.We look forward to seeing you all soon.
A photo of Lot Bar & Restaurant restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1600)
$$$$
• Contemporary European • Brentwood
Booked 28 times today
Lot Bar and Restaurant is a family run business offering freshly prepared food from 8am until 10pm daily. Whether you are looking for an informal breakfast or light lunch with friends or a 3 course celebration dinner in the evening or simply a drink in the bar after work, we have the best to offer locally.We at Lot Bar and Restaurant take pride the quality of our ingredients, the high standard of presentation and excellent service. A seasonally changing breakfast and lunch menu offers everything you could want from a kitchen and our evening A la carte menu includes restaurant favourites as well as daily changing specials. On Sunday afternoons we offer the best Roast available. Our wine list, available from 11am, is curated by us to include the faithful, the unusual and the interesting.
A photo of Funky Monk restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(217)
$$$$
• British • Epping
Booked 4 times today
Welcome to the Funky Monk, nestled in the heart of Epping, where the spirit of classic hospitality runs deep in our veins. Our passion lies in curating delectable seasonal British fare using time-honoured culinary methods. We proudly present an extensive array of distinctive boutique and traditional wines that continually spark conversations and intrigue among our guests.Join us for a delightful evening with your friends or that special someone. On Fridays and Saturdays, we amp up the excitement with live entertainment in our restaurant, creating the perfect atmosphere for you to groove, though we kindly request you keep your dancing feet off the tables!For an even more enchanting experience, consider reserving one of our Suites, allowing you to savour the magic just a bit longer. The Funky Monk is where cherished memories are made, so come and dine with us soon!
A photo of The Bull Brentwood restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2137)
$$$$
• Gastro Pub • Brentwood
Booked 17 times today
Welcome to The Bull Brentwood, a warm, comfortable & friendly, family run gastro style pub. Our passion is to serve delicious homemade food using the finest ingredients, including rare breed meats and locally sourced produce. On the menu you can expect seasonally changing hearty food along with weekly specials plus the added bonus of a great wine list and friendly staff. We have an a la carte menu in our restaurant area and a bar menu if you fancy something lighter. On a Sunday we offer the A La Carte menu along with a our delicious Sunday roast menu. As well as our beautifully decorated restaurant we have a comfortable lounge bar area and an extensive garden with a children's play area. Both of these area's can also be used to relax, mingle & enjoy a meal or just a drink if you prefer...
A photo of Haywards restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(934)
$$$$
• Modern European • Epping
Now offering a bespoke catering and events service, including private dining, special in house events & dinners, exclusive hire, outside catering or 'ready to serve' meals. Please email info@haywardsevents.co.uk or visit www.haywardsevents.co.uk for further information.Haywards is located on the outskirts of the beautiful Epping Forest and historical Epping town centre. A sophisticated and elegant environment, the building is a converted skittle alley and still retains many original features. Haywards is owned and run by husband-and-wife team Amanda and Jahdre Hayward, and their experience and passion for offering high quality and exciting dishes is evident throughout your visit. Staff are well trained and offer exceptional customer service and the interesting and exciting dishes created in the kitchen consistently receive high praise. Although not open as a restaurant any longer, Haywards was awarded 3AA Rosettes in 2019 in addition to a number of accolades prior to this.
A photo of INIS restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(228)
$$$$
• Irish • Hackney Wick
Booked 17 times today
Relaxed and friendly local set on the canal towpath on Fish Island, East London. Serving a seasonal menu of British and Irish food, coffee and drinks. Dog friendly. Outdoor seating.Open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and Sunday lunch. Evenings from Summer.
A photo of Lussmanns - Hertford restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2292)
$$$$
• Modern European • Hertford
Booked 12 times today
Lussmanns Hertford, in the town’s stylish Merchant’s House, is the locals’ favourite sustainable restaurant. This contemporary, relaxed brasserie with an elegant bar and three outdoor tables, is the perfect place to enjoy our modern European menu showcasing the best of British ingredients, including organic and free-range meat, sustainably sourced fish and seasonal fruit and vegetables. Guests can dine from just £20.95 throughout the week and our private dining area is ideal for special events, celebrations and business functions.
A photo of Le Péché Mignon restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(51)
$$$$
• French • Bishop's Stortford
Booked 1 time today
French cafe and food store by day and bistro Friday and Saturday evenings in Bishop's Stortford. **We only take bookings for our evening service on Friday and Saturday**
A photo of B E H I N D restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(202)
$$$$
• British • Hackney
Booked 10 times today
Welcome to BEHIND. We are an intimate 1 Michelin star fish-focused tasting menu restaurant run by chef Andy Beynon. Situated on the edge of London Fields, Hackney, BEHIND has 18 kitchen-table seats for lunch and dinner sittings, as well as a relaxed wine bar. BEHIND is Andy Beynon’s first restaurant, opened in October 2020. After just 20 days’ trading it was awarded its first Michelin Star. Andy spent 15 years working in some of the best Michelin star restaurants in the country, including with chefs Claude Bosi, Phil Howard and Michael Wignall.

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  • Gary
    London •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Thanks so much for a lovely evening! See you guys soon!
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    Bread Street Kitchen, Bar & Rooftop – Stratford££££• European• Stratford
    4
  • Susan
    Essex •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Food was very good ,and excellent value . And all4 in our party agreed with that opinion. Just a bit of a gritty table stuck in the corner and rather cramped , so couldn’t really say about the atmosphere , but going to the B loo and leaving the place seem d to be buzzing. Make sure you don’t get that corner table
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    Lot Bar & Restaurant££££• Contemporary European• Brentwood
    4.8
  • Wendy
    Essex •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on May 3, 2026
    Our visit to The Bull was really lovely, we had Sunday roast and i must say how wonderful the meal was. I had bread and butter pudding and was the best i have ever had. Service was excellent. 🍷 Very good after dinner coffee was just lovely. Overall fantastic and yes we will return. The pub is very bust but well handled so i would book in advance. Nice garden covered areas and play equipment for the kids .
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    The Bull Brentwood££££• Gastro Pub• Brentwood
    4.6
  • Sue
    London •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Apr 22, 2026
    Delicious food at a very reasonable price. Some me interesting statuary which may not be to everyone’s taste and might put some people off which is a great shame as everything is so commendable, including excellent waiting staff.
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    Funky Monk££££• British• Epping
    4.6
  • Gary
    Hertfordshire •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 13, 2026
    A small establishment with freshly cooked fine foods. Not a big menu, but the choice you get, you know will be freshly sourced and cooked. The staff are very friendly and ensure you feel comfortable.
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    The Cart Shed Restaurant££££• Contemporary British• Epping
    4.5
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