I want to start by congratulating the staff. They were smiley, apologetic and helpful but it was…read moreimpossible to provide a pleasant experience in that huge space with terrible accoustics and unbelievable noise levels. We went for their Sunday special, 2 courses and jazz for £19.50 a head I'd been to the boatyard when it was new and it was incredible. Was revisiting the area and suggested to friends going there for a chilled lunch and a catch up. We couldn't hear ourselves speak even without the music. My ears hurt, really, I wanted to leave but didn't want to be fude so between eating, I pressed my ears shut , it ewas the only way I could cancel out some of the noise and pick up my friend in front of me! I did a decibel check . The resting rate was 75, anything over 70 is too loud! When the jazz was playing, everyone had to raise their voices. The average decibel level went to 85 peaking regularly at 89. I hate to complain about noise because I love loud music and gigs and parties. But the sound quality was the problem . I'm convinces there are no accoustic panels in there and they are desperately needed. Plus 3 days on and my ears are still not right I have had to book an appointment to see my doctor The food was ok. Looked fabulous. Plenty of it. The soup was so thick it was almost pate! You took a spoonful out and it left a dent!!! I definitely wont ever go back . it was the most stressful eating experience I've ever had.

I have been 4-5 times, and have never left feeling disappointed, it is on the pricey side, but once…read morein a while it is definitely worth it - especially for the view over the Estuary. Try the cocktails at the centre bar after your meal.

A great menu, friendly staff, a relaxing atmosphere, this place has it all, though sometimes it can…read moreget rather busy, and I feel they could perhaps get in extra staff members for these periods. Despite this though, it's never overly noisy, and you can hold a conversation accross a table without having to shout. The prices are reasonable, and the quality of service, as well as the food and drink reflect this well.

I've visted both the bar and the restaurant and I have to say I was rather impressed. The bar is…read morelow key and grown up. Comfy chairs are littered amongst the tables, and one can clearly hold a conversation with friends. Good bar staff. The restaurant upstairs provided good service, nice wine choice and huge portions! Recommended.

Nice people! Good food! Good views. I had the salmon…read moreteriyaki and my husband had steak and chips. Everything was well prepared and tastefully presented. The brownie for dessert is the way to go. It was the perfect brownie with vanilla ice cream and salted carmel. Nothing to fault!

A beautiful place to eat, with great food. A great selection…read moreof delicious meals. Staff are all lovely and the waiting time is very short. I loved the feel of the place as it very laid back and chilled whilst being starve modern and sophisticated. I would highly recommend this as a place to eat. Just don't have a milkshake, they are not good.

Amazing food! Amazing people and service! You can try a…read morevariety of different dishes and drinks from Portugal Highly recommend 5

Small, charming Portuguese restaurant a stone's throw from The Palace Theatre. Relaxed, friendly…read moreatmosphere with live entertainment at weekends. Delicious traditional Portuguese food - the fish stew is outstanding - served in generous portions at value prices. Special deals for lunch or pre- theatre and they stay open late if you book for after the show. Recommended.

The Fish always fresh and there breakfast is amazing , staff are friendly and helpful xread more

This place always feels unusual from the moment you walk in. As an old courtyard,it has been built…read morein the rustic outdoor feel carrying through inside and it works. The sumptious sofas cause my back a problem, but that is me, particularly when it is my round. The upstairs is an interesting place for a private party or where I was involved in a company dooo! Clarence Yard, although very central Southend, is not on the normal pub crawl or pre clubber agenda, which makes it a pleasant change from the norm.

Such a fantastic family run restaurant serving amazing food. Service was impeccable we had such a…read morelaugh and really enjoyed ourselves

I have been coming here for nearly 20yrs love the food and the staff are also lovely and…read morefriendly....never had a bad experience here at all xx

This is a beautiful restaurant set in a lovely country house. The food is amazing! Fantastic…read morequality, taste and very good size portions too! The dessert trolley is an absolute must as it offers a large selection with everyone just as fantastic as the next! Beautiful grounds. My friends had their wedding there and it was a stunning day. They married in the outdoor gazebo.

Grear food, always well cooked, seasoned. My favourite recently are their loaded fries - so yummy!read more

I was really excited when I found out a Nando's was coming to Southend. Not because I'm a huge…read morelover of piri piri chicken, but because it meant that there would be increased dining options on Southend's high street and we would be able to have something other than burgers or pizza if we fancied lunch out. Whenever a restaurant opens I expect some teething problems, but Nando's problems have persisted for almost one year and I expect they won't get any better. We have tried phoning our orders in advance for my husband to collect and every time he's returned home to find that we are missing several dishes or have some wrong items. Now, some would ask why he didn't check the order after the first or second time the restaurant made the same mistake . We have tried dining in at weekend lunch-times, found the service to be pitifully slow and quite often receive the wrong orders. Is it just us?! I don't understand why they should have such problems - they only serve chicken! All of the staff are really friendly, stopping to make a fuss of the kids and making sure that they've got crayons and colouring paper when our meals seem to be taking a long time, but friendly staff is not a good enough reason to give this place any more chances.