Couples visit Went there friday night food excellent and staff very helpful only problem was very expensive only had a main each with a jacket potato for... read moreWent there friday night food excellent and staff very helpful only problem was very expensive only had a main each with a jacket potato for one a couple of large dri ks each and it cost 70 quid read less

First time visit.....good and not so good points. Never went to the previous locations, so this was my first visit to the current location,firstly it feels like a Pub/Wetherspoons inside, can't compare to... read moreNever went to the previous locations, so this was my first visit to the current location,firstly it feels like a Pub/Wetherspoons inside, can't compare to the old location as we never went, secondly it was very cold inside and what with the door keep opening when customers come and go didn't help, ok its February outside, but surely they could turn the heating on, also it has a grubby feel, tables and the floors, all wood thats been down there for decades, just take a look .
Service was very good by the Girls, Efficient and the very important check back.
Food.., Fries and sweet potato fries excellent
Camembert bites, nice quality Cheese but came to the table cold
Burgers....Wow, packed out, but mine defeated me virtually impossible to use hands just too much going on, so had to use knife and fork half way through...BUT quality Burgers, Bacon and Cheese was the winner between the Chicken special one though, as that kept its self together with a real decent Beef patty.
Crab sliders...Mmm...well really can't see the buns are fresh baked as the menu says, again served cold and some parts of the bun hard,not really the taste I was expecting either wouldn't order those again, personal choice.
Wings....sticky Bourbon ? No sticky Bourbon sauce as such(see photo), passable, but not as described on the Menu.
Biggest let down...Mama's Ribs.....Looked fantastic, very meaty. but not saucy...but totally salty and the kitchen even added sea salt over the top (see photo), I eat anything but too salty for me even, sent back and the kitchen/Chef agreed and these taken off the menu at the time, so something went wrong, was offered the other version but we declined
Garlic bread excellent. and ALL portion sizes bigger than expected, right up my street
What saved the day was it was Buy one get one free on Burgers which I didn't know until the bill came, the agreement from the kitchen that the Ribs were not good, (obviously the Mama's ribs refunded as was the Wings unexpectedly) good service and good burgers.
Should have been 3 out of 5...but we got treated right,so its a 4 out of 5
will return to try again. read less

Date night Excellent service, excellent food. Will definitely be coming back. Thank you for looking after us!!!

Birthday meal The manager and his staff were so welcoming. The food was excellent, hot and delicious. Would highly recommend this restaurant. Had a wonderful visit and... read moreThe manager and his staff were so welcoming. The food was excellent, hot and delicious. Would highly recommend this restaurant. Had a wonderful visit and a free birthday cocktail too. Definitely be going back. read less

Valentines Day This is the third visit for me and my partner. We had for starters the bourbon chicken wings and brisket bites. Both was very enjoyable... read moreThis is the third visit for me and my partner. We had for starters the bourbon chicken wings and brisket bites. Both was very enjoyable but I'd highly recommend the brisket. Then for mains we had the Almighty burger, Mama Fried Chicken, Loaded Smokehouse Fries and Onion Rings. My partner enjoyed the Almighty burger but had to take it home as it was so big. The Mama Fried Chicken burger and the Onion Rings was very nice. I would also highly recommend getting the Smokehouse Fries. Me and my partner shared them and every mouthful was amazing all the flavours. The only down point was we had to wait a long while for our main course. Which on previous occasions we didnt have to wait long. Also I ordered violet gin and tonic and received a parma violet cocktail. The first time I ignored it and drank the cocktail. However the lady made the mistake twice and I clearly said palma violet gin and tonic. I sent the cocktail back the second time so I could have what I had actually ordered. Apart from that we enjoyed our experience there like the two previous times. read less

Lovely food huge portions Good food , huge portions.
Love the starters
Came here a few times with friends
You won’t be disappointed

Birthday night out Fantastic food great host and great service. new restaurant as they have moved. It’s spacious, music not to loud just right and good for all... read moreFantastic food great host and great service. new restaurant as they have moved. It’s spacious, music not to loud just right and good for all ages. First visit and I will definitely go back. Amazing expresso martinis. read less

Awesome atmosphere and food. I really cant fault this restaurant. The food was awesome and the atmosphere was upbeat and welcoming. The staff were really friendly and attentive. Would... read moreI really cant fault this restaurant. The food was awesome and the atmosphere was upbeat and welcoming. The staff were really friendly and attentive. Would highly recommend. read less

Amazing takeaway - Mangetout Express is a must!!! Just had a takeaway from Mangetout Express and it was THE BEST!!!! Delivery was faster than expected - ordered at 3.30pm Saturday, delivered by 4.20pm.... read moreJust had a takeaway from Mangetout Express and it was THE BEST!!!! Delivery was faster than expected - ordered at 3.30pm Saturday, delivered by 4.20pm. We had a classic burger and Almighty burger (which was huge! missing the onion rings which was a shame, but still so tasty). The chunky chips are the best chips we’ve ever eaten and the chicken tenders were perfectly seasoned and cooked, really juicy. Even the blue cheese sauce and garlic mayo were gorgeous!! It is expensive, but the portions are huge and it’s worth every penny. Restaurant quality delivered to your door! They forgot one item, but I was able to message on WhatsApp and they were so apologetic and immediately refunded. Great food, great service, well packaged, smooth contactless delivery. We can’t wait to order again! Would highly recommend. read less

Great place for a burger Had a lovely spicy burger here, it tasted great!
The atmosphere was excellent, this may be one of the best restaurants that I have visited in... read moreHad a lovely spicy burger here, it tasted great!
The atmosphere was excellent, this may be one of the best restaurants that I have visited in Southend. Will definitely be going back. Great central location.
Great place to go with friends, I went in the evening to have a few drinks and dinner, not sure whether the place is particularly family friendly! read less

Good sizeable dishes but can be a bit hot and miss? Been eating here for years, always good music and vibes. Stack out burgers and lots of (man vs food challenges) however the last year or... read moreBeen eating here for years, always good music and vibes. Stack out burgers and lots of (man vs food challenges) however the last year or so has been abit hit and miss and lacking staff which is a shame as being a business owner myself they are missing the most important ingredient. Last time we visited the waitresses that I know from previous weren’t serving food and taking orders but actually cooking and it seemed That they were holding the place together? They have recently relocated up the road but things still aren’t right in my opinion. read less

Great atmosphere, just a bit slow We went for a double birthday celebration, and I was really impressed with the place, as it was our first visit. We sat upstairs, and... read moreWe went for a double birthday celebration, and I was really impressed with the place, as it was our first visit. We sat upstairs, and it was about as loud as is comfortable whilst eating, as I like to have a chat. Anyway, drinks were ordered, and they took quite a while to come, by which time we’d decided on our food choices. I went with the very tasty giant shrimps with a chilli dip, followed by a double (too much, should’ve stuck with a single), chicken grill with a tasty topper (can’t remember the name, but there was an element of blue cheese), and fries. Finished with ice cream. We all had 3 courses and drinks, and the bill came in at under £90 a couple. Whilst service was a bit pedestrian, our waitress was lovely, and she even told us about the free cocktails on offer for birthday guests. Nice touch (they both took advantage). Worth a visit. read less

Met up with friends for a Met up with friends for a spot of lunch. Never made it to the old venue but am now thinking I might have missed out.... read moreMet up with friends for a spot of lunch. Never made it to the old venue but am now thinking I might have missed out. There was a new lunch menu that had plenty of choices. I opted for a Buffalo Chicken jacket potato and have to say was very impressed. The blue cheese dressing was excellent, complementing the spicy chicken really well. The side salad was tasty and, for me, just enough. Reasonable prices as well, meal for 3 with drinks a tad over £40 so @ £15 p/h to include service felt it was well worth it - I will be back read less

Really good visit Went to the new restaurant location and was really impressed, food was lovely and service was really good!

Mamma, your ribs are the business! Had the pleasure of finally visiting Mangetout at their new venue at the top of the high street. My husband and son has their tank... read moreHad the pleasure of finally visiting Mangetout at their new venue at the top of the high street. My husband and son has their tank beer which they said has a lovely clean crisp taste. We shared two starters of potatoe skins and brisket bites which were both delicious. Main course was the two types of ribs which were huge! So much meat and melt in the mouth tender, plus a lovely well cooked burger just as I ordered. We all intended to have a dessert but unfortunately the tummy was stuffed! There was a lovely atmosphere here, nice and buzzy but not too noisy. All of the staff were great, everything served with a smile and friendly. Just loved our visit and can’t wait to come back on a Sunday and try the roast! read less