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Think cosy pubs with roaring fires, modern contemporary brasseries and fresh Mersea oysters. The Sun Inn, a quintessential coaching inn, and the Kings Arms offer traditional, tasty pub grub in village locations.

If innovative and flavourful dishes are up your street, Wivenhoe House offers a contemporary menu at their brasserie to tantalise your taste buds. Just a short walk from the town centre the luxury hotel Greyfriars, has a wide range of menus that are sure to satisfy all your culinary needs.

For those of you with a sweet tooth, a trip to Colchester wouldn’t be complete without a stop off at one of the famed Tiptree tea rooms for a cream team – located in Dedham and Tiptree. The Tiptree Tea room comes with the bonus of being home to the Tiptree Jam Factory and surrounded by orchards. Or delve into an afternoon tea overlooking the 75-acre Prested Hall estate.

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Café at Abberton Reservoir Nature Discovery Park

Address

Church Road, Layer-de-la-Haye, Colchester, Essex, CO2 0EU

Telephone
01206 738172

abberton@essexwt.org.uk

Colchester

One of Europe's top Wetland sites, excellent bird watching opportunities and fabulous views over the reservoir.
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating
518 reviews
The Brasserie at Wivenhoe House Hotel

Address

Wivenhoe Park, Wivenhoe, Colchester, CO4 3FA

Telephone
+44 (0)1206 863666

info@wivenhoehouse.co.uk

Wivenhoe, Colchester

The contemporary brasserie is ideal for get-togethers with family & friends & for business gatherings. Our expert chefs concentrate on using the best of British produce to create a fusion of great tastes and innovative culinary delights.
Tiptree Tea Room at Essex Rose, Dedham

Address

Essex Rose, Dedham, High Street, Dedham, Essex, CO7 6DE

Telephone
+44 (0)1206 323101

essexrose@trooms.com

Dedham

The Essex Rose Tea Room serves a range of sandwiches, jacket potatoes, cooked lunches, hot and cold snacks, cakes and scones.
The Tiptree Tea Room, Museum & Jam Shop

Address

Wilkin and Sons Ltd, Factory Hill, Tiptree, Colchester, Essex, CO5 0RF

Telephone
+44 (0)1621 814524

tiptree@trooms.com

Tiptree, Colchester

The Tiptree Tea Room, Museum & Jam Shop is open seven days a week, closing only for the Christmas break. The Tea Room offers traditional table service in comfortable surroundings.
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating
80 reviews
Café at Fingringhoe Wick Nature Discovery Park

Address

South Green Road, Fingringhoe, Colchester, Essex, CO5 7DN

Telephone
+44 (0)1206 729678

fingringhoe@essexwt.org.uk

Colchester

Nature reserve over 200 acres of mixed habitat on the Colne Estuary. Nature trails, wheelchair access, bird hides, gift shop and visitor centre with tea room. Friendly atmosphere. Regular events for adults and children.
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating
48 reviews
The Three Horseshoes

Address

74 Church Road, Fordham, Colchester, Essex, CO6 3NJ

Telephone
01206 240 195

reservations@threehorseshoesfordham.com

Fordham, Colchester

The Three Horseshoes is a family-run country pub and restaurant. Born out of a passion for great food and hospitality, Moira, Sam, Abbie and team are committed to bringing you the very best produce, friendly service, fantastic wines, and a great…
Talbooth Restaurant

Address

Gun Hill, Dedham, Colchester, Essex, CO7 6HP

Telephone
01206 323150

talbooth@milsomhotels.com

Dedham, Colchester

Beside the River Stour on Essex/Suffolk border. Award winning restaurant offering great food, service and atmosphere.
Milsoms Restaurant

Address

Stratford Road, Dedham, Colchester, Essex, CO7 6HW

Telephone
01206 322795

milsoms@milsomhotels.com

Dedham, Colchester

Milsoms is a vibrant restaurant and bar with 15 stylish bedrooms. We offer private dining and meeting space for 8 to 30 people.
Church Street Tavern

Address

3 Church Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1NF

Telephone
01206 564325

Colchester

The perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of Colchester
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730 reviews
Greyfriars Restaurant

Address

High Street, Colchester, ESSEX, CO1 1UG

Telephone
01206 575 913

reservations@greyfriarscolchester.co.uk

Colchester

With a wide range of menus on offer, we are proud to be able to satisfy all tastes and preferences at any time of the day.
The Sun Inn Dedham

Address

High Street, Dedham, Essex, CO7 6DF

Telephone
+44 (0)1206 323351

office@thesuninndedham.com

Dedham

A quintessential coaching inn at the heart of Constable Country. It has been a watering hole for villagers and resting post for travellers for centuries.
The White Hart Inn

Address

1 High Street, West Mersea, Essex, CO5 8QD

West Mersea

Mersea Island is a special place with beaches, creeks, boardwalks, sailing, oysters and a great community. Located at the heart of West Mersea village opposite the church, the pub is somewhere for a casual pint, an easy lunch or special celebratory…
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12 reviews
The Flag Wivenhoe

Address

Colchester Road, Wivenhoe, Colchester, Essex, CO7 9HS

Telephone
01206 413938

bookings@theflagwivenhoe.co.uk

Wivenhoe, Colchester

Located in Wivenhoe and recently refurbished to a re-invented boutique inn. Enjoy a choice of fine wines, draft beer or speciality cocktail serving classic British food with a imaginative twist.
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating
62 reviews
Kings Arms

Address

Broad Green, Coggeshall, Colchester, Essex, CO6 1RU

Telephone
01376 562006

thekingsarms.broadgreen88@yahoo.com

Coggeshall

Traditional family run pub, restaurant and Bed & Breakfast.
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating
925 reviews
Prested Hall Afternoon Tea

Address

Prested Hall, Prested Hall, Feering, Colchester, Essex, CO5 9EE

Telephone
+44 (0)1376 573300

info@prested.com

Feering, Colchester

Country House Hotel with extensive wedding and corporate function facilities in tranquil 75-acre parkland setting, with ample parking, conveniently situated just off the A12, near Kelvedon.