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Smiths Restaurant Ongar, Ongar, Essex

Smiths Restaurant Ongar

4.8
4.8
5013 Reviews
£41 and over
Seafood

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2 people
23:00
Booked 62 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
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
  • 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.

What 5,013 people are saying

Smiths Restaurant Ongar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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

NoiseEnergetic

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 "amazing food" and "exceptional service," making it a favorite for special occasions. Guests appreciate the "attentive and friendly" staff and the "delicious" menu options, particularly the seafood. The elegant ambiance and high standards ensure a "fantastic dining experience." Highly recommended for celebratory meals.
5,013 Reviews
  1. David VIP

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Notwithstanding how busy it was the quality and consistency sets Smiths apart from the competition

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  2. Wendy

    London16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    I was a bit dissapointrd. By my starter two. Bits of Tiny goats cheese

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  3. Paul

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service was fantastic would definitely come back

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  4. Bobby

    Essex1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Unbelievable that all I can say. The restaurant is very nice all staff are polite and make u feel welcome. Great food chef very talented all dish are amazing u well never complain. Cocktails are very good. Highly recommend this place alway Unbelievable

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  5. Rod

    Essex2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Comprehensive menu with specials of the day. Staff made you feel very welcome on arrival and were very attentive throughout. Excellent food and ambience.

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  6. Janet

    Essex7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food and service. A good experience as always at Smiths.

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  7. Anne

    Essex2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Seemed as soon as we had put our knives n forks down staff were clearing our table … wasn’t made to feel very welcome esp after we had settled the bill

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  8. Caroline VIP

    London12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The meal and service was excellent as always, perfect Mothers Day lunch.

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  9. Linda

    London8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely wonderful meal! Our first visit and we were so impressed. Food was delicious (our starter of avocado, crab and prawns was worth the visit alone!) Staff were attentive and friendly too. We will definitely return.

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  10. Kevin

    Toronto5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Never disappoints. Staff very attentive Food amazing

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Smiths Restaurant Ongar is rated 4.8 stars by 5013 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
23:00
Booked 62 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
  • Phone number
  • 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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