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Smiths Restaurant Ongar, Ongar, Essex

Smiths Restaurant Ongar

4.8
4.8
5002 Reviews
£41 and over
Seafood

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2 people
19:00
Booked 42 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–4:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–7:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 6:00 pm–11:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:45 pm–12:30 am
  • Phone number
    01277 365578
  • Website
    http://smithsrestaurants.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Richard
  • Private party facilities
    The Smith’s unique private dining experience is the perfect choice for your special occasion. Our stunning private bar is suitable for both seated dinners for up to 20 guests round one table where you will be looked after by your own personal waiter or up to 28 people on seperate tables.

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What 5,002 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Energetic

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Essex

    Best Overall

  • Essex

    Best Food

  • Essex

    Best Service

  • Essex

    Best Ambience

  • Essex

    Hot spot

  • Essex

    Great for fine wines

  • Essex

    Good for special occasions

  • Essex

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Smiths Restaurant Ongar consistently delivers an exceptional dining experience with "excellent food," "attentive service," and a "lovely atmosphere." Renowned for its fresh fish and diverse menu, it's perfect for special occasions. Guests rave about the "fantastic service," making it a top choice for both locals and visitors.
5,002 Reviews

  1. Dawn

    Essex1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a table for two for our anniversary lovely restaurant, staff and food we will be back. When you ask for something it happens straight away no waiting no reasking .

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  2. Roger

    Essex3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was our 60th wedding anniversary and the flowers I had ordered for my wife had a table to themselves. All the staff were very pleasant, efficient and accommodating.

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  3. Adam

    Essex1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful birthday experience, the food was delicious, the ambience was very classy and the service staff were so attentive and polite. I came here for my birthday dinner and it was absolutely incredible, I felt so special on my birthday. The restaurant was clean the interiors were stunning. Highly recommend and would visit again.

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  4. darren

    London2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Excellent food and service. Good value as well. Our table was probably the worst in the building right next to kitchen delivery area and the noise levels in the restaurant made it difficult to hear each other . Wapping restaurant is a much more picturesque and you can hear yourself talk

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  5. Vivienne

    Surrey1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time here, will definitely be returning. Food and service all excellent

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  6. STEVEN

    London4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Went to Smiths for Sunday Lunch, you get the option of a Sunday roast or the full a la carte menu. Chose to have roast lamb and can honestly say it was the best roast dinner I have ever had at a restaurant or pub. Homemade Yorkshire, crispy roast potatoes and perfectly cooked meat with lashings of gravy.it is not cheap at this restaurant but the service and food makes for a fantastic dining experience.

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  7. Peter

    Essex1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent restaurant. Everything was first class. Staff very good and attentive

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  8. Paul

    Essex1 review

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Seating arrangement was not great, for the two of us, I was sat facing the neighbouring table on a chair, and not facing my partner.

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  9. MalcH57

    Essex3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food quality is amazing. We have been here many times. Fish is so fresh. Teriyaki chicken salad superb. They should give you another side dish. £6 for a tiny pot of mushy peas. Recommend it!

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  10. Terrence

    Essex2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything today was up to Smiths amazing high standard, apart from our Skate was slightly dry

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Smiths Restaurant Ongar is rated 4.8 stars by 5002 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 42 times today
Google Map for Smiths Restaurant Ongar

Fyfield Road, Ongar, Essex CM5 0AL

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Ongar
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–4:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–7:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 6:00 pm–11:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:45 pm–12:30 am
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Richard
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://smithsrestaurants.com/
  • Phone number
    01277 365578
  • Private party facilities
    The Smith’s unique private dining experience is the perfect choice for your special occasion. Our stunning private bar is suitable for both seated dinners for up to 20 guests round one table where you will be looked after by your own personal waiter or up to 28 people on seperate tables.
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