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Smiths Restaurant Ongar, Ongar, Essex

Smiths Restaurant Ongar

4.8
4.8
4755 Reviews
£41 and over
Seafood

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2 people
23:00
Booked 45 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.


Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00–16:30 Sun 12:00–19:30 Dinner Tue–Thu 18:00–23:30 Fri, Sat 17:45–00:30
  • 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 4,755 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
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Essex

    Best Overall

  • Essex

    Best Food

  • Essex

    Best Service

  • Essex

    Best Ambience

  • Essex

    Best Value

  • Essex

    Good for business meals

  • Essex

    Great for fine wines

  • Essex

    Good for special occasions

  • Essex

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Smiths Restaurant Ongar is a culinary gem in Essex, renowned for its "amazing food" and "impeccable service." Diners praise the "wonderful atmosphere" and "friendly staff" who ensure a memorable experience. Perfect for special occasions, this venue delights with consistently "superb" dishes and a diverse menu that impresses every palate.

4,755 Reviews

  1. Beccie

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always such a lovely meal at smiths! Service and food is amazing

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  2. Peter

    Essex

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Faultless as ever,Sunday roast beef medium cooked to perfection....melt in the mouth.

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  3. Laura

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent choice for Sunday lunch to celebrate husbands birthday.

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  4. Andy

    Essex

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food. Good choice on menu. Great service.

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  5. Melinda

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    There to celebrate my friend’s birthday. Everything was great, ‘The Best of Essex’

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  6. Adrian

    Essex

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had not been to the restaurant for around 8 years, I went last night with friends and had am amazing evening, the service, the settings and the food was all 10/10

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  7. CHERYL

    Yorkshire

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Been coming here for 30 years always excellent- we had set menu, such great value for money, top class service and beautiful restaurant! I love the glasses used at table, cutlery is just right and the art work is fab!! Coming back next week!! Thank you as always.

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  8. Louise

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’m a massive fish fan so this restaurant is perfect ! There is also a meat section on the menu and partner had fillet steak which he said was fantastic. The food and service is excellent and we will definitely be returning to Smiths, really enjoyed it.

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  9. leigh

    Manchester

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A beautiful meal, every course was delicious, with so many lovely things on the menu it was difficult to choose ! All topped off with an excellent Sancerre, friendly staff and first class service 👏🥂

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  10. linda

    Essex

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely amazing food excellent service wonderful even made me a cocktail that's not on their menu I love children but it was nice not having them shouting and screaming

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Smiths Restaurant Ongar is rated 4.8 stars by 4755 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
23:00
Booked 45 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 12:00–16:30 Sun 12:00–19:30 Dinner Tue–Thu 18:00–23:30 Fri, Sat 17:45–00:30
  • 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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