Best restaurants near me in Brentwood, England

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1. LEILA

4.7

Exceptional(2)

$$$$

• Café • Brentwood

Experience the perfect blend of timeless elegance and contemporary dining at Leila Brasserie, Brentwood’s premier destination for refined European-inspired cuisine. Located in the heart of the High Street, our brasserie offers an inviting sanctuary where Mediterranean warmth meets a sophisticated, "posh" aesthetic.Whether you are joining us for an indulgent breakfast, a relaxed weekend brunch, or a celebratory evening meal, our menu celebrates freshness and tradition. Highlights include our signature "Cocktail Indulgence" happy hour, featuring two expertly crafted cocktails for £14.50 every day between 12:00 PM and 4:30 PM. From intimate alcoves for a romantic date night to a light-filled conservatory perfect for larger gatherings, Leila provides the ideal backdrop for every occasion. Join us to discover why Leila is the new heart of Brentwood’s vibrant dining scene.

2. Spread Eagle

4.2

Awesome(55)

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• Pub • Brentwood

Booked 1 time today

Our traditional looking pub offers an exciting world of craft beers, fruity cocktails, and spirits to liven any occasion. Paired with our oozing burgers, moreish bar snacks and tasty, loaded fries you can enjoy every moment well into the night with great company. Hidden in the middle of Brentwood our traditional pub is far from dilapidated. With a quirky, opulent interior and eccentric décor, we are the perfect place to gather for a midweek pint and share tacos perched at the bar or get the whole gang together to celebrate the weekend with signature cocktails and an indulgent feast in the courtyard.

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3. PizzaExpress Brentwood - High Street

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• Pizzeria • Brentwood

PizzaExpress Brentwood is conveniently located right on the High Street in the heart of Brentwood town centre. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion with the family settling into date night dinner or refuelling after shopping we've got something on the menu for everyone. Enjoy the icons you know and love like Dough Balls American Hot or the Sloppy Giuseppe as well as vegan or gluten-free options and lighter dishes such as the Leggera. Not to mention signature cocktails unmissable desserts and the children's Piccolo menu. A 15 minute walk from Brentwood train station and close to a number of bus stops on the high street the pizzeria is easily accessible.

4. Buona Bottega

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• Café • Brentwood

Booked 1 time today

An elegant Italian café, deli and wine bar offering fresh, high-quality ingredients by day, before transforming into a relaxed evening destination serving charcuterie boards and carefully selected imported Italian wines

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5. Lot Bar & Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(1605)

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• Contemporary European • Brentwood

Booked 55 times today

Lot Bar and Restaurant is a family run business offering freshly prepared food from 8am until 10pm daily. Whether you are looking for an informal breakfast or light lunch with friends or a 3 course celebration dinner in the evening or simply a drink in the bar after work, we have the best to offer locally.We at Lot Bar and Restaurant take pride the quality of our ingredients, the high standard of presentation and excellent service. A seasonally changing breakfast and lunch menu offers everything you could want from a kitchen and our evening A la carte menu includes restaurant favourites as well as daily changing specials. On Sunday afternoons we offer the best Roast available. Our wine list, available from 11am, is curated by us to include the faithful, the unusual and the interesting.

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6. The Bull Brentwood

4.6

Exceptional(2141)

$$$$

• Gastro Pub • Brentwood

Booked 9 times today

Welcome to The Bull Brentwood, a warm, comfortable & friendly, family run gastro style pub. Our passion is to serve delicious homemade food using the finest ingredients, including rare breed meats and locally sourced produce. On the menu you can expect seasonally changing hearty food along with weekly specials plus the added bonus of a great wine list and friendly staff. We have an a la carte menu in our restaurant area and a bar menu if you fancy something lighter. On a Sunday we offer the A La Carte menu along with a our delicious Sunday roast menu. As well as our beautifully decorated restaurant we have a comfortable lounge bar area and an extensive garden with a children's play area. Both of these area's can also be used to relax, mingle & enjoy a meal or just a drink if you prefer...

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7. Gods Own Pizza Shenfield

4.3

Awesome(18)

$$$$

• Pizzeria • Brentwood

Booked 1 time today

God's own Pizza Co is an independently owned neighbourhood pizza place bringing you the highest quality handmade artisan Pizza. Cooked at high temperature in wood fired clay ovens, our pizzas have a thin and crispy base, a rich homemade sauce and delicious fresh toppings. Serving you a slice of heaven every time.Our 48hour sourdough is made fresh every day using the best fresh local produce and when we can’t get the best locally, we go to Italy!

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8. Array Brasserie & Grill

4.6

Exceptional(106)

$$$$

• Mediterranean • Harold Wood

Booked 11 times today

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Create unforgettable memories to remember forever. An Array of experiences, every time you step through the door.Looking for a venue that impresses? At Array, our stunning conservatory hosts up to 75 guests—open to the sky or enclosed for elegance. Inside, dine in style with up to 150 guests. From birthdays to business soirées, we make every event unforgettable—with special set menus for every occasion.

9. Alec's Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(138)

$$$$

• Seafood • Brentwood

Booked 10 times today

Alec’s Restaurant opened in 2010 and has established itself as one of Essex’s leading fish Restaurants. Alec’s prides itself on quality ingredients and exceptional service.Unwind with a premium bottle of wine or signature cocktail in the comfortable lounge before taking a seat in the elegant main dining room, which can accommodate 120 guests.Roaring fires in the winter and a delightful outdoor dining area in the summer, only enhance the elegant building.The menu at Alec’s Restaurant is traditionally British and sets out to provide simple, quality fresh food. Although predominantly a seafood restaurant serving the finest fish and shellfish, mouth-watering meat dishes add to this impressive menu.We are proud to follow the MSC code of conduct for sustainably sourced seafood. Plus, all seafood and fish are wild and ‘day boat caught’ from across Britain.Please note that this restaurant operates a strict policy of no children under 12 years, and a smart casual dress code.

10. The Olde Dog Inn

4.7

Exceptional(844)

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• British • Brentwood

Booked 7 times today

The Olde Dog Inn at Herongate Tye is a picturesque Essex weather boarded inn. Known to date from the early 16th century, the pub has been serving good beer and food for hundreds of years. A wealth of traditional features greets you upon arrival with low-beamed ceilings, exposed fireplaces and a friendly atmosphere.Once again The Olde Dog Inn has been voted by OpenTable diners as one of the best. Thank you so much to all our customers that dined with us and left a review.*Bookings for tables of more than 6 people require a £10pp deposit which will be deducted from your bill on the day. Please note that deposits are non-refundable. If more that 48 hours’ notice is given for cancellation, we will be happy to move your deposit to a future booking or provide a gift voucher for the amount.

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Updated on 5/29/2026

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Amy
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Staff were very friendly and offered vegetarian alternatives. Portions were a good size and quality of food was apparent. Good value for money and will definitely return
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Lot Bar & Restaurant££££• Contemporary European• Brentwood
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4.8
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FayGold
London •12 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 6, 2026
Great food, lovely staff and the restaurant has been renovated beautifully. The portion size was more than enough and had something for everyone (I’m vegan). Also very well priced, making it now my go to for brunch in Brentwood.
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LEILA££££• Café• Brentwood
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4.7
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Joanne
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 18, 2026
Lovely pub, always a good friendly service, food and drink great! Thank you 😊
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Spread Eagle££££• Pub• Brentwood
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4.2

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1. LEILA

2. Spread Eagle

3. PizzaExpress Brentwood - High Street

4. Buona Bottega

5. Lot Bar & Restaurant

6. The Bull Brentwood

7. Gods Own Pizza Shenfield

8. Array Brasserie & Grill

9. Alec's Restaurant

10. The Olde Dog Inn

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