Nice, friendly proper British Pub. I always make it a point to stop in for a few pints when I am…read morehere from the States.

Take a short walk from the high street to fine this gem of a pub which feels like a country cousin…read morewith city fare. There is a lovely beer garden with plenty of greenery. The beers on tap are a nice mixture of cast ales, craft beer and mainstream lager. The food is high quality for pub grub. We had the Mediterranean chicken salad and fish and chips. Both were very good and totally hit the spot! Definitely worth visiting!

Been here a few times when I have had guests down and we have always have had a good time here…read more It is located right next door to a Travelodge which means there's always a varied mix of punters in the pub whenever you go however the thing that does not change is the good prices and the friendly staff. I particularly like the homely feel of the pub none more so when we used so much glassware they came and had to wash our glasses to serve our next round of drinks! Would Recommend it especially as it has a lovely fireplace ideal for a chilly evening to keep you cosy and warm!

If you like pubs that feel homely and welcoming then this is the one for you. The 3 Jolly Wheelers…read moreboasts real wood burning fireplaces that beckon you in during the winter and a charming beer garden that provides a perfect retreat during the summer months. The pub also serves food and the menu shows good variety, though is aimed more at meat eaters, with few vegetarian options. The desserts are lovely, lots of fruit crumbles, puddings and a cheeseboard. There is a motel attached to the pub and as the location is a stone's throw from the countryside, it would make an ideal place for a short break. So if you're ever in Essex (stranger things have happened) and fancy some home comforts, you really must give The 3 Jolly Wheelers a try!

Situated inside the Marriott Hotel Waltham Abbey, this restaurant is where breakfast, lunch and…read moredinner is served. For hotel guests there are a range of breakfast options from continental to low fat to full English unlimited buffet etc. Needless to say, I always take the unlimited! Dinner had a good range of options- I usually take one of the grilled steaks, and the food is usually very good here. Dining is in an ambient large room with an open kitchen. Service unfortunately can be hit and miss though, as it can get quite busy as this is the only place to eat around here.

The Bluebell is an expensive, but lovely little restaurant tucked away in Chigwell. I tried to not…read morelet my then-girlfriend know that eating here might be a bit expensive for me. Although I think she got the clue when I insistenly repeated "Are you sure you don't fancy Mcdonalds?". The Bluebell was worth it. It's a bit like The Ivy, but a more local place. It's small and has the feeling of a little cottage place. They serve traditional British meals; but they're rather perfect in their execution of cooking the meals. Not a lot to say here as the food was all top notch and I have very little to complain about. Damnit, I prefer complaining!.

This pub is a firm family favourite, a family happy place. Whether it is for a quick bite, family…read morecatch up or date night, the Plough provides a friendly, welcoming atmosphere, with a real fire and great service. Taylor, Zarah and Petra and are always welcoming and go over to make us feel welcome. Thank you. After the year we've had, it is great to have somewhere like this to hangout.

This place is a great country pub. It looks kind of like a beach pub from the outside ... You…read morecan't miss it driving past as its painted bright blue. This pub is great in summer as there is lots of benches and outdoor seating area, just try to get one that is on the flat area and not on the hill, it's a different experience eating on a slant =P I didn't order much food, just a bowl of olives and some fruit cider. My friend ordered a prawn cocktail, she said it was very nice. The menu is pretty extensive and there are a variety of dishes for vegetarians, the only down side for me was that their selection of salads didn't really exist (that made me sad). Great atmosphere though and very pretty inside, if you are looking for somewhere to hang out this is the place to come.

Me and a friend live close to this pub and it seems to be the only decent pub left around in the…read morearea. We have not tried the food here but the beer is always very good, me and my buddy are fans of ales and the selection there is away from the generic choices normally offered in pubs therefore it is a welcome relief. I also like their loyalty cards where after buying 6 pints you get the 7th free. The pub has a cosy welcoming feel for families and they offer pub food also. Furthermore the pub also has free wifi. It's a nice establishment and the best choice in an area lacking good alternatives.

Nice looking pub with cosy areas for dining with very helpful staff. Found the selection of food a…read morebit limited. Food was ok but nothing special. Overall 7 out of 10

This place is a Miller & Carter restaurant who 'specialise' in steak. The food is OK and some of it…read morecould be classed as nice although my meal wasn't particularly good. I had salmon with mango salsa that was pretty much non existent and incredibly oily crushed fried potatoes. I'm pretty sure it didn't mention them being fried on the menu, just served with gremolata which had also become fried by association. I made the school boy error of tipping them on to my plate like I do with all potatoes that come in additional/unnecessary crockery and had to limit the onslaught of oil with a chive garnish!! However, it is a big place and its always rammed and booking is essential as there are not many other local options. This also means it takes ages to be served, so much so one of our party who was 'in the know', ordered two pints of beer to sustain him until the waitress finally returns. Overall, if your expectations are low and/or your options are limited then book yourself up here and don't forget that additional beer!

I visited the camelot recently, having not been for some time. Upon arrival it has clearly had a…read moremajor refurbishment. I was quite peckish but the bar the bar was so comfortable that i decided to have a drink first before moving into the restaurant. I was immediately greeted by an extremely friendly lady who enquired whether or not i would be dining in the restaurant. She made me aware that there was a choice of different menus on offer. I chose a steak which is served with onion loaf and i have i have to say it was a perfect accompaniment. My whole experience was exceptional and i will be visiting again soon!!!

Okay, am I the only one who thinks it's weird that this pub in the middle of the forest is also a…read moreThai restaurant? That aside, it's still a decent pub with semi-interesting Asian decor, and a pretty chill vibe. If you're not driving up here, it's pretty difficult to get to as the roads are fairly narrow and there aren't really footpaths that lead up to it. And I wouldn't suggest traipsing through the forest as it's super easy to get lost in there. If you happen to make it up here, though, it's really the only rest stop you'll find up the hill, and the drinks aren't half bad. They have a full selection of booze- as any self-respecting pub should- including a hefty list of boozy coffees that are infused with different types of whiskey, rum, liqueurs, and even brandy. The one Calypso Coffee with Tia Maria Liqueur is incredibly smooth and perfectly sweet. I can't speak for the food, but as with most Thai restaurants, the menu is huge and they serve up all the usual favorites, from Pad Thai to Currys. Yes, it's all heavy stuff, but hey, you have a forest right outside to work it off in.

So one rather generous star for their amazing tiered beer garden. There's a playground as well to…read morekeep the kids occupied. But - and there is a huge but - don't come for the food. The fried tofu starter was flavourless and the peanut sweet chilli sauce too sugary. The drunken noodles were similarly prepared with a massive dose of sweetness in a cloyingly disgusting bright red sauce. If I wanted dessert, I would have ordered it. Another example of poorly executed Thai food. Not good.

Great pub of the Victorian era. Serves exquisite Thai food with the normal Thai hospitality. Some…read morepeople don't like British pubs serving foreign food, my feelings are that they are keeping the pubs open.