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Smiths Restaurant Ongar, Ongar, Essex

Smiths Restaurant Ongar

4.8
4.8
5077 Reviews
£41 and over
Seafood
Fyfield Road, Ongar, Essex CM5 0AL

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 40 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood 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.

Dining areas

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.

Menu

Smiths Restaurant Ongar's menu was last updated 2024-03-13.

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What 5,077 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
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Essex

    Best Overall

  • Essex

    Best Food

  • Essex

    Best Service

  • Essex

    Best Ambiance

  • 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 delights diners with "great quality food always cooked to perfection" and "wonderful attentive staff." Renowned for its fish dishes, it offers a diverse menu in a warm, lively atmosphere. Patrons praise the "fantastic food and service," making it a top choice for special occasions and regular visits alike.

5,077 Reviews

  1. Michaela

    Cambridge7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always choose Smiths for special occasions and it’s always wonderful.

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  2. Martin

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff were amazing, friendly courteous and attentive and kept a professional eye on all Diners making sure that when they were needed, they were there. The premises are very very clean, the dinner table was laid extremely welcoming and the food!!!!! omg very very nice. It was my birthday but I took my Mum and partner and my Mum said "Its the best restaurant she's been too" The quality of the food was out of this world. Thanks to everyone at Smith's I had a lovely Birthday and looking forward to coming back very soon.

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  3. Jean

    Essex2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been to Smiths many times and we are never disappointed with the food, the service or the ambience

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  4. Pamela

    Essex1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Had a lovely lunch with friends who were celebrating their Diamond Wedding Anniversary. I did mention this when I booked and was hoping a small special treat would be given to them. Unfortunately this was ignored. However, the meal was lovely and the staff very attentive. A nice table by a window which was another request was met. Thank you Smiths for a lovely afternoon.

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  5. Gina

    London5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding Sunday Lunch, lovely service, lovely meal.

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  6. Daren

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great quality food always cooked to perfection and wonderful attentive staff.

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  7. Stewart

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always have an excellent experience whenever we dine with Smiths. My wife absolutely loves the Lobster Thermidor, and the selection of Steaks is perfect. Highly recommended, but ensure you book well in advance, which for me is always a good sign of a quality establishment.

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  8. James

    London5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was top draw as per usual. Always look forward to dining at smiths.

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  9. paul

    London3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Significant amount of shell found in the crab salad, otherwise would have been 5 stars.

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  10. Marie

    Essex3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food very enjoyable always go for the fish dish’s

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Smiths Restaurant Ongar is rated 4.8 stars by 5077 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 40 times today
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Fyfield Road, Ongar, Essex CM5 0AL

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    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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