Aburi
Experience the rich traditions of Japanese cooking in our beautiful, authentic Japanese restaurant…
The city of Colchester and its surrounding areas are a foodie's paradise. Throughout the area you'll discover a wide range of restaurants, cafes, pubs and bars to explore and tantilise your tastebuds with.
Dining with dietary restrictions shouldn't be intimidating. In Colchester, we have a selection of restaurants which cater to Gluten Free and Vegan and Vegetarian diets, including award winning and Michelin recognised establishments.
As well as fantastic restaurants, Colchester is also home to an enviable selection of local produce. Perhaps best known for its oysters, you'll find these served fresh from their beds at various seafood restaurants in Mersea Island. Meanwhile, in nearby Tiptree, Wilkin & Sons have been producing their jam and preserves by royal appointment for over 100 years. Why not treat your self to a cream tea at one of our local tearooms? Wash it all down with some locally brewed beer, or perhaps a glass of wine from a Colchester Vineyard?
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Al Pacino
Independent Italian restaurant and Pizzeria, located adjacent to Colchester Castle and the beautiful…
Ask Italian
The ASK Italian restaurant in Colchester is set in a converted house with a vaulted ceiling…
Bambu
Tucked away by the Hythe quay, Bambu is a family-run restauant offering fresh Vietnamese food in a…
Banquet Chinese
Banquet Chinese is a restaurant and venue, unlike any other found in Colchester or North…
Black Buoy Wivenhoe
Award winning Freehouse pub, located near the River Colne in Wivenhoe. Serving up tasty food…
Cafe 21
Housed in a Grade II listed building in the heart of Colchester City, this wonderful cafe serves…
Cafe Med
A taste of Mediterranean Food in the heart of historic Colchester. Lovely outdoor terrace where…
Cafe Two Shades
Cafe serving up delicious candy and bubble waffles, coffee, cake, full British Breakfast, sandwiches…
Caffe Sala
An independent coffee shop serving great coffee and a delicious range of cakes and sweet treats…
Chappells of Colchester
Step into the world of beer excellence at Chappells, where we curate a selection of the finest brews…
Church Street Tavern
Church Street Tavern is a bar & restaurant in Colchester's city centre perfect for day as…
Coastal Coffee West Mersea
A dog-friendly, speciality coffee house on Mersea Island. Coastal Coffee serves up tasty baked goods…
Crouch Street Bakes
Enjoy takeaway coffee and tasty homemade bakes from this bakery, located a few minutes from the High…
Cuckoo Dough
Located in the heart of Colchester city centre, Cuckoo Dough is open for brunch, pizza and…
Dedham Art and Craft Centre Tearoom
Housed in a converted church alongside the wares of local craftsman and artisans. The Dedham Art and…
Dice & a Slice
Dice and a Slice, where you can play board games and enjoy wonderful food and drink. There's…
Donkey & Buskins
An independent fresh food gastro pub set in the village of Layer de La Haye. With a dedicated gluten…
Doğa Turkish Restaurant
Doğa Turkish Restaurant welcomes their customers with open arms, expressing gratitude to those…
Dr Chippy's
Enjoy traditional English fish and chips in the heart of Colchester city centre. Close to North…
Eat Inn Diner
Eat Inn Diner is focused on sourcing top quality local ingredients from, wherever possible, local…
Ella's Ca Phe House
Authentic Vietnamese coffee & street food in the heart of Colchester's city centre, offering…
Five Guys
With more than 250,000 different topping combinations for your burgers, hotdogs or sandwiches, Five…
Foresters Arms
Hidden gem tucked away on Castle Road next to Castle Park and behind Greyfriars Hotel. Small unique…
Greyfriars
With a wide range of menus on offer, we are proud to be able to satisfy all tastes and preferences…
Heavenly Desserts
An established fine dining dessert restaurant, Heavenly Desserts offers the best luxury desserts…
Henley's of Wivenhoe
Henley's of Wivenhoe is an award-winning, quintessential fish and chip shop, with a few twists…
Honey & Harvey
Honey and Harvey Colchester opened its doors in November 2024, bringing the signature H+H experience…
Hsinking
An independent restaurant, in the heart of Colchester, specialising in Ramen and Gyoza. This…
Hudson House
Experience drinking among the foliage come rain or shine. Our enchanted garden bar is a pure…
Indian Khana
Indian Khana provides true delicacies of Indian Cuisine, taking you on a culinary adventure which…
Kintsu
Hidden in the heart of Colchester city centre is the humble Grade II listed barn housing…
Level Best Art Cafe
An Art Cafe run by The Dacon Trust Ltd which helps provide work and training to adults with…
Love Thy Burger
Love Thy Burger is a local, family owned Burger Joint, serving locally sourced meat, our famous…
Maharani Indian Restaurant
A celebration of the Indian subcontinent's diversity, the Maharani is located in the heart of…
Meow Cat Cafe
The MEOW Cat Cafe is the Puuurfect place to chill & unwind! This is first cat cafe in Essex who…
Middletons
Middletons is located in the centre of Colchester, ideal for eating before or after seeing the many…
Mill Race Garden Centre
Indulge in a little slice of heaven with comforting classic dishes like burgers, potatoes…
Milsoms
Whether you're looking for a delicious, high-quality meal, breakfast and coffee, or a…
Mimosa Restaurant + Lounge
Nestled in the heart of Colchester business park, Mimosa is a beautiful restaurant and bar…
Mirra Turkish Restaurant
Enjoy classic Turkish Cuisine in the heart of the city centre. The Mirra offers a casual…
Nandos
How hot do you like it? Our flame-grilled PERi-PERi chicken is legendary, and a lot goes into…
No 10 Museum Street
No 10 Museum Street is an independent cafe offering breakfast, brunch and afternoon teas and snacks…
North Hill Noodle Bar
The North Hill Noodle Bar dining experience fuses traditional Asian ways of cooking in a friendly…
Pavilion Lounge + Restaurant
Pavilion is the perfect location for business lunches, celebrations and dinner and drinks with live…
Piccolo
Authentic Italian cuisine in a welcoming restaurant, located in the city centre. Piccolo is an…
Pizza Express
Located in the heart of Colchester’s historic Dutch Quarter, tucked away behind the imposing…
Preto
Preto is a Brazilian steakhouse, located right in the heart of Colchester city centre. A dining…
Purple Dog
One of the oldest pubs in Colchester, dating from 1647, serving a wide range of food, beers and…
Queen Street Brew House
Home to excellent music, vibes and ale, Queen St Brewhouse is the go-to venue for up and coming…
Ristorante Favoloso
Nestled in the centre of historic Colchester, in the shadow of the landmark Victorian water tower…
Romano Lounge
Informal café bar open all day, every day for breakfast, lunch and dinner…
Roots and Grooves Cafe
This independent venue combines cool, cosy and coffee, selling plants and vinyl while…
Rose and Crown Wivenhoe
The Rose & Crown in Wivenhoe is a traditional British pub set on the quayside of the River…
Shoulder of Mutton Tea Rooms
Family run Vintage licensed tea room on the banks of the river Colne. The Shoulder of Mutton Tea…
Slug and Lettuce
At Slug And Lettuce Colchester, every hour is happy hour – from weekday treats to Saturday…
Small Talk Tearooms
'Sitting' on the Roman wall, this charming tearoom serves extensive tea collections…
The Anchor Inn
Perching on the banks of the River Stour, tucked away in the picturesque village of Nayland, sits…
The Boatyard
Daytime restaurant in the heart of Constable Country, serving breakfast, brunch and lunch. Boat hire…
The Bricklayers Arms
Publicans; Liz and son, Will Nicholls, create a friendly, fun and warm atmosphere that you would…
The Bull
This classic pub is more than meets the eye, serving as one of Colchester's most vibrant live…
The Camulodunum
This Greene King pub serves wines, cocktails, tasty small plates, main menu items and Sunday…
The Castle Inn
Enjoy a tasty meal or a refreshing drink at one of Colchester's historic public houses, The…
The Centurion
Situated right off the High Street, The Centurion serves a delicious selection of food, with…
The Coast Inn
A riverside bar and restaurant on Mersea Island, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and homemade…
The Coffee Crate
Local cafe serving coffee, cakes, sandwiches, milkshakes and a range of teas and soft drinks. Vegan…
The Commons at the Minories
The Commons Café and Community Kitchen, serving ethically sourced coffee, locally made cakes…
The Company Shed
So you fancy a touch of authenticity? It doesn't come much more authentic than The Company Shed…
The Court House
This restaurant, located just outside of Colchester, serves vegetarian and gluten free options…
The Dukes Seafood
This local, family-run open air restaurant is home to fish, platters, shellfish and local oysters!…
The Fox Inn
A warm, welcoming family-run free house serving guests for over 20 years. The Fox Inn has a…
The Island Art Cafe - Mersea
A small cafe serving delicious freshly made food and cakes, located on Mersea Island. Specials are…
The New Inn
A traditional venue with old fashioned pub values: a good pint, good food and a good, warm welcome…
The Odd One Out
Traditional local pub with open fires, a secret garden and fine ales. The Odd One Out balances…
The Olive Branch
Based in Wivenhoe, this Syrian cafe serves a selection of vegetarian - and mostly vegan - food…
The Passage House Coffee Shop
A great coffee shop where you can break your journey in comfort and style, offering a fine selection…
The Sun Inn
A quintessential coaching inn at the heart of Constable Country. It has been a watering hole for…
The Swan Inn
An inviting pub & restaurant serving seasonal menus, tempting cocktails, well-kept real ales…
The Three Horseshoes
Family run country pub and restaurant, nestled just outside Colchester in the lovely village of…
The Victory Pub at Mersea
The Victory is a family owned pub, serving traditional pub food and fantastic panoramic views of the…
The White Hart Inn
On the most easterly island in Britain,The White Hart is a great place to meet up, have fun and…
Three Wise Monkeys
Three Wise Monkeys is one of Colchester's best venues, containing everything from…
Timbers Food and Drink
This independent, family run restaurant serves comforting food in the heart of Colchester. Timbers…
Trinity Patisserie
Bar and Bistro in Wivenhoe specialising in French patisserie, afternoon teas and desserts. This…
Turtle Bay
Head down to Turtle Bay Colchester for a taste of Caribbean cuisine. With excellent staff and even…
Twisters Bar
Twisters mixes the cool, the classy and the fun. With an extensive cocktail menu, a collection of…
Two Brews
An independent bottleshop and craft beer bar focusing on providing Colchester with a curated…
Victoria Inn
Friendly, independent pub serving a wide variety of drinks including real ales.
Victoria Yum
This fan-favourite bakery serves delicious cakes and savoury treats, all handmade at the onsite…
Walkabout
Walkabout Colchester is great for great sport and great food the Aussie way. Book a a seat to…
Waterfront Pizza
Enjoy pizza with a view at Waterfront Pizza, which is opposite the sparkling waters of the…
Wetherspoons - The Playhouse
The Playhouse was originally a theatre, dating from 1929. It has since been a cinema and bingo hall…
Yak and Yeti
Yak and Yeti offers a unique blend of Nepalese, Indian and Tibetan cuisine. While you might be…
Yates
There is something for everyone at Yates Colchester! During the day, family dining, delicious meals…
Zizzi
Serving tasty Italian dishes including vegan, vegetarian and gluten free. Zizzi Colchester is…
Bill's Restaurant
Bill’s Colchester restaurant is in a lovely old building on the high street. Pretty and…
Cafe in the Park
Kiosk & Self Service outdoor Cafe. Inside cafe - table service including daily specials, drinks…
Dragonfly Colchester Hotel Restaurant
Attached to the Dragonfly hotel, this friendly restaurant offers rustic lake views, and you can…
Le Talbooth
Le Talbooth in Dedham is justifiably the flagship of Milsom Hotels & Restaurants, and sits in an…
Miseria e Nobilta
At Miseria e Nobiltà we offer the finest in authentic traditional Italian…