Aburi
Experience the rich traditions of Japanese cooking in our beautiful, authentic…
The city of Colchester and its surrounding areas are a foodie's paradise. While you're here, you'll discover a wide range of restaurants, cafes, pubs and bars to explore and tantilise your tastebuds.
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!
Dining with dietary restrictions shouldn't be intimidating, and you don't have to make any sacrifices here. In Colchester, we have a wide selection of restaurants which cater to Gluten Free and Vegan and Vegetarian diets, including dessert bars, spots offering tasting menus and award winning and Michelin recognised establishments.
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Ask Italian
The ASK Italian restaurant in Colchester is set in a converted house with a…
Bambu
Tucked away by the Hythe quay, Bambu is a family-run restauant offering fresh…
Banquet Chinese
Banquet Chinese is a restaurant and venue, unlike any other found in…
Bella Pais
A family run business in the heart of Colchester that's served the city for over…
Black Buoy Wivenhoe
Award winning Freehouse pub, located near the River Colne in Wivenhoe. Serving…
Cafe 21
Housed in a Grade II listed building in the heart of Colchester City, this wonderful…
Cafe Med
A taste of Mediterranean Food in the heart of historic Colchester. Lovely…
Cafe Two Shades
Cafe serving up delicious candy and bubble waffles, coffee, cake, full British…
Chaiiwala
Indian Street food chain, serving a range of Indian snacks and the ever popular Chai…
Chappells of Colchester
Step into the world of beer excellence at Chappells, where we curate a selection of…
Church Street Tavern
Church Street Tavern is a bar & restaurant in Colchester's city centre…
Ci Voleva
Our menu features traditional recipes made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients…
Coastal Coffee West Mersea
A dog-friendly, speciality coffee house on Mersea Island. Coastal Coffee serves up…
Cod of the Castle
Right next to the castle gates, Cod of the Castle is serving up a fresh take on…
Coffee Hog Colchester
Family run coffee shop, offering events and a great spread of sweet treats. Coffee…
Crouch Street Bakes
Enjoy takeaway coffee and tasty homemade bakes from this bakery, located a few…
Cuckoo Dough
Located in the heart of Colchester city centre, Cuckoo Dough is open for brunch…
Dedham Art and Craft Centre Tearoom
Housed in a converted church alongside the wares of local craftsman and artisans. The…
Dice & a Slice
Dice and a Slice, where you can play board games and enjoy wonderful food and drink…
Donkey & Buskins
An independent fresh food gastro pub set in the village of Layer de La Haye. With a…
Doğa Turkish Restaurant
Doğa Turkish Restaurant welcomes their customers with open arms, expressing…
Dr Chippy's
Enjoy traditional English fish and chips in the heart of Colchester city…
Eat Inn Diner
Eat Inn Diner is focused on sourcing top quality local ingredients from, wherever…
Ella's Ca Phe House
Authentic Vietnamese coffee & street food in the heart of Colchester's city…
Five Guys
With more than 250,000 different topping combinations for your burgers, hotdogs or…
Foresters Arms
Hidden gem tucked away on Castle Road next to Castle Park and behind Greyfriars…
Greyfriars
With a wide range of menus on offer, we are proud to be able to satisfy all tastes…
Heavenly Desserts
An established fine dining dessert restaurant, Heavenly Desserts offers the best…
Henley's of Wivenhoe
Henley's of Wivenhoe is an award-winning, quintessential fish and chip shop, with…
Holiday Inn Restaurant
The restaurant at Holiday Inn Colchester has a relaxed and informal feel with wood…
Honey & Harvey
Honey and Harvey Colchester opened its doors in November 2024, bringing the signature…
Hudson House
Experience drinking among the foliage come rain or shine. Our enchanted garden bar is…
Indian Khana
Indian Khana provides true delicacies of Indian Cuisine, taking you on a culinary…
Kaveri
Fantastic Indian food served alongside the remains of the Roman city wall. Inspired…
Kimchi House
A traditional Korean restaurant located in the heart of Colchester, Britain's…
Koryu
Traditional and contemporary fine Japanese dining located in the heart of…
KUMPIR KITCHEN
Bringing the flavours of Turkish street food to Colchester City centre. Offering…
Level Best Art Cafe
Level Best Café and Gallery is run by Colchester based charity The Dacon Trust…
Love Thy Burger
Love Thy Burger is a local, family owned Burger Joint, serving locally sourced meat…
Maharani Indian Restaurant
A celebration of the Indian subcontinent's diversity, the Maharani is located in…
Meow Cat Cafe
The MEOW Cat Cafe is the Puuurfect place to chill & unwind! This is first cat…
Middletons
Middletons is located in the centre of Colchester, ideal for eating before or after…
Milksha
Luxury icecream, bubble tea, signature drinks and ready-to-purchase desserts…
Mill Race Garden Centre
Indulge in a little slice of heaven with comforting classic dishes like burgers…
Miller & Carter Steakhouse
From field to fork, Miller & Carter are passionate about their steaks. This…
Milsoms
Whether you're looking for a delicious, high-quality meal, breakfast and coffee…
Mimosa Restaurant + Lounge
Nestled in the heart of Colchester business park, Mimosa is a beautiful restaurant…
Minoffles
A renowned dessert cafe offering handmade bubble waffles, croffles and waffles…
Mirra Turkish Restaurant
Enjoy classic Turkish Cuisine in the heart of the city centre. The Mirra offers…
Moto Pizza
Bottomless pizza, all the classics as well as unique flavour combinations. Hit…
Mrs Salisbury's
A charming tearoom, serving bountiful breakfasts, luscious lunches & delectable…
Nandos
How hot do you like it? Our flame-grilled PERi-PERi chicken is legendary, and a…
No 10 Museum Street
No 10 Museum Street is an independent cafe offering breakfast, brunch and afternoon…
North Hill Noodle Bar
The North Hill Noodle Bar dining experience fuses traditional Asian ways of cooking…
Pavilion Lounge + Restaurant
Pavilion is the perfect location for business lunches, celebrations and dinner and…
Piccolo
Authentic Italian cuisine in a welcoming restaurant, located in the city centre…
Pizza Express
Located in the heart of Colchester’s historic Dutch Quarter, tucked away behind…
Preto
Preto is a Brazilian steakhouse, located right in the heart of Colchester city…
Purple Dog
One of the oldest pubs in Colchester, dating from 1647, serving a wide range of food…
Queen Street Brew House
Home to excellent music, vibes and ale, Queen St Brewhouse is the go-to venue for up…
Ristorante Favoloso
Nestled in the centre of historic Colchester, in the shadow of the landmark Victorian…
Romano Lounge
Informal café bar open all day, every day for breakfast, lunch…
Roots and Grooves Cafe
This independent venue combines cool, cosy and coffee, selling plants…
Rose and Crown Wivenhoe
The Rose & Crown in Wivenhoe is a traditional British pub set on the quayside of…
Shoulder of Mutton Tea Rooms
Family run Vintage licensed tea room on the banks of the river Colne. The Shoulder of…
Slug and Lettuce
At Slug And Lettuce Colchester, every hour is happy hour – from weekday treats…
Small Talk Tearooms
'Sitting' on the Roman wall, this charming tearoom serves extensive tea…
Stark
Stark is, an relaxed, intimate restaurant tucked away in a quaint corner of East…
The Anchor Inn
Perching on the banks of the River Stour, tucked away in the picturesque village of…
The Boatyard
Daytime restaurant in the heart of Constable Country, serving breakfast, brunch and…
The Bricklayers Arms
Publicans; Liz and son, Will Nicholls, create a friendly, fun and warm atmosphere…
The Bull
This classic pub is more than meets the eye, serving as one of Colchester's most…
The Camulodunum
This Greene King pub serves wines, cocktails, tasty small plates, main menu…
The Castle Inn
Enjoy a tasty meal or a refreshing drink at one of Colchester's historic public…
The Centurion
Situated right off the High Street, The Centurion serves a delicious selection of…
The Coast Inn
A riverside bar and restaurant on Mersea Island, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and…
The Coffee Crate
Local cafe serving coffee, cakes, sandwiches, milkshakes and a range of teas and soft…
The Commons at the Minories
The Commons Café and Community Kitchen, serving ethically sourced coffee…
The Company Shed
So you fancy a touch of authenticity? It doesn't come much more authentic than…
The Court House
This restaurant, located just outside of Colchester, serves vegetarian and gluten…
The Dukes Seafood
This local, family-run open air restaurant is home to fish, platters, shellfish and…
The Fox Inn
A warm, welcoming family-run free house serving guests for over 20 years. The Fox Inn…
The Goat and Boot
One of the Colchester’s Gems. Situated just a 7-minute stroll from Colchester…
The Island Art Cafe - Mersea
A small cafe serving delicious freshly made food and cakes, located on Mersea Island…
The Magnet Pub
Colchester's first micropub ('The Magnet') is totally independent, and…
The Marlborough Restaurant
A charming local pub, located in Dedham, which dates back to the 15th Century. The…
The New Inn
An 'old-skool pub', vintage, historic and characterised by it's…
The Odd One Out
Traditional local pub with open fires, a secret garden and fine ales. The Odd One Out…
The Olive Branch
Based in Wivenhoe, this Syrian cafe serves a selection of vegetarian - and mostly…
The Oyster
Discover the freshest seafood in Colchester at The Oyster. Serving delicious…
The Passage House Coffee Shop
A great coffee shop where you can break your journey in comfort and style, offering a…
The Pitta
Authentic Greek food, serving from a food truck in the heart of Colchester.
The Queen's Head - West Bergholt
The Queen's Head is the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy a relaxed drink or a…
The Sun Inn
A quintessential coaching inn at the heart of Constable Country. It has been a…
The Swan Inn
An inviting pub & restaurant serving seasonal menus, tempting cocktails…
The Three Horseshoes
Family run country pub and restaurant, nestled just outside Colchester in the lovely…
The Victory Pub at Mersea
The Victory is a family owned pub, serving traditional pub food and fantastic…
The White Hart Inn
On the most easterly island in Britain,The White Hart is a great place to meet…
Three Wise Monkeys
Three Wise Monkeys is one of Colchester's best venues, containing…
Timbers Food and Drink
This independent, family run restaurant serves comforting food in the heart of…
Trinity Patisserie
Bar and Bistro in Wivenhoe specialising in French patisserie, afternoon teas and…
Turtle Bay
Head down to Turtle Bay Colchester for a taste of Caribbean cuisine. With excellent…
Twisters Bar
Twisters mixes the cool, the classy and the fun. With an extensive cocktail menu, a…
Two Brews
An independent bottleshop and craft beer bar focusing on providing Colchester with a…
Victoria Inn
Friendly, independent pub serving a wide variety of drinks including real ales.
Vulcano Etna
An authentic Sicilian restaurant in the heart of Colchester with a warm, family…
Walkabout
Walkabout Colchester is great for great sport and great food the Aussie way…
Waterfront Pizza
Enjoy pizza with a view at Waterfront Pizza, which is opposite the sparkling waters…
Wetherspoons - The Playhouse
The Playhouse was originally a theatre, dating from 1929. It has since been a cinema…
Yak and Yeti
Yak and Yeti offers a unique blend of Nepalese, Indian and Tibetan cuisine. While you…
Zizzi
Serving tasty Italian dishes including vegan, vegetarian and gluten free. Zizzi…
Bill's Restaurant
Bill’s Colchester restaurant is in a lovely old building on the high street…
Cafe in the Park
Kiosk & Self Service outdoor Cafe. Inside cafe - table service including daily…
Dragonfly Colchester Hotel Restaurant
Attached to the Dragonfly hotel, this friendly restaurant offers rustic lake…
Le Talbooth
Le Talbooth in Dedham is justifiably the flagship of Milsom Hotels & Restaurants…
Miseria e Nobilta
At Miseria e Nobiltà we offer the finest in authentic…
New Chapter
Pan-Asian Restaurant at The North Hill Hotel in Colchester offers a vibrant dining…
patch
Patch is a new vegetarian plant-led café in the heart of Colchester, opened in…
Perrywood Garden Centre
The Perrywood Garden Centre Coffee Shop & Restaurant serves delicious breakfasts…
Tea at The George
Inspired by Victorian Elegance and eclectic design to bring you an unforgettable…
The Cock Inn
The Cock Inn Polstead is a traditional 17th Century Freehouse Country Inn, with…
The Essex Rose Tea Room
The Essex Rose Tea Room is open seven days a week, every week of the year except over…
The George Hotel
Newly refurbished, the George Hotel aims to cater for all needs, from coffee and…
The Granary Bar and Restaurant
The Granary offers a superb selection of hot and cold meals taking advantage of the…
Tiptree Tea Room, Museum & Jam Shop
The Tiptree Tea Room, Museum & Jam Shop is open seven days a week, closing only…
Tymperleys
Set in one of Colchester's beautiful and historic buildings, Tymperleys covers…
wagamama
Dive into a soul warming bowl at wagamama ! Whether you love the classics or are…
Wivenhoe House Hotel
The contemporary brasserie is ideal for get-togethers with family and friends as well…