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Smiths Restaurant Ongar, Ongar, Essex

Smiths Restaurant Ongar

4.8 (5109)
£41 and over
Seafood
Fyfield Road, Ongar, Essex CM5 0AL

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2 people
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11:30 PM
Booked 25 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 on 3/13/2024.

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What 5,109 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 is a dining gem praised for its "fantastic food" and "attentive staff." Diners love the "excellent service" and "wonderful ambience." Known for its "amazing fish dishes," Smiths consistently delivers a "superb dining experience." Although a bit pricey, it remains a top choice for special occasions.
5,109 Reviews

  1. David

    London6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A very comfortable restaurant with exceptional service and food. Our starters came out promptly and were delicious. My wife was delighted with her scallop risotto and my mussels were perfect. The main course was even better. I had the best fillet steak and my wife really enjoyed her fish dish. All the staff were friendly and efficient and the restaurant had a nice atmosphere. Definitely coming back. Prices were what you would expect for a meal of this quality.

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  2. Barry

    Essex1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service outstanding as always, we love coming here

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  3. Ron Fox

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is always excellent no matter what you have from the menu. Fantastic service and food !

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  4. Karen

    Essex1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sunday Lunch with the family. The food was excellent, well cooked, and plentiful. Great ambience, tables well spaced. Good service without being overly attentive. Very varied menu if required.

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  5. Gillian

    Bath1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous meal, great choices with lots of seasonal items. Staff are attentive but not overly, well trained and a sense of humour which goes a long way.

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  6. Colin

    Norfolk/Suffolk2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service - portions are large and quality of the fish is exceptional

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  7. Devon

    Essex1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic fish dishes cooked to perfection. Drinks aren't bad too.

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  8. Luci

    Essex1 review

    2.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    We have received fantastic evening dining and lunch experiences but today was just not how it normally is. Service not as attentive… and 1 issue that I wish I had of raised with restaurant manager. Our waitress handed the bread roll to put on a plate which I was for smiths extremely shocked with … It’s my favourite restaurant ever… but to see this was not the normal waiting service I have had there…

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  9. Eleri

    Essex1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    5 stars!!! Our food was delicious and portions were plentiful. There is an extensive wine menu. Service was impeccable. We were there for a birthday and they brought out the dessert with a lit candle and many other patrons of the restaurant joined in with the singing. They do offer a different menu with non-fish dishes but this was not available on a Friday so check menus before you go, to see which one will apply. Would eat again at this stylish, friendly venue.

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  10. David

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Smiths is Justifiably renowned for its fish dishes and every fish dish delivered to our party was beautifully prepared and presented as well as being completely deliciously. However one of our party had a sirloin steak and this also was absolutely superb quality and taste. Smiths never disappoints.

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Smiths Restaurant Ongar is rated 4.8 stars by 5109 OpenTable diners.

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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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