The new owners did a lovely job with the woodwork inside. It&rsquo;s cozy and feels warm, like a proper local spot now. Just a nice place to be.

I enjoyed a wonderful afternoon at the Quart Pot for a family gathering. The food was amazing, especially the prawn and calamari duo, and the service was spot on with just the right timing between courses.

Been going here for years, it&#39;s a proper local. Staff know your name, and the prices haven&#39;t gone mad like other places. Live music on Fridays is a nice touch, keeps the place lively.

It was my Grandson&#39;s First Birthday - we had been eating sausage Rolls and sandwiches all day but by the evening needed a proper meal !! We read reviews and it sounded good so we gave it a try. We are not local so it was our first time. We have been to various carveries before but I have to say your food was the best I had eaten at this type of Restaurant. All the meat was tender and moist and the roast potatoes in beef fat were the best ever. In fact all the vegetables were lovely. we agreed that on our next visit to Southend we would take my daughter, her husband and our Grandson for a treat. The atmosphere was cosy and the staff were all friendly and helpful.In particular our waitress Mandy was really friendly and funny. It really made a difference to our visit. we will recommend and be back next time we are in the area.

The pre-ordered dishes for our big group came out perfectly timed. Made the whole evening so relaxed.

Popped in for a quick breakfast. Coffee was decent, two mugs for the price of one basically. Got the full English, everything was hot and ready fast. Perfect for a speedy bite before work.

A lovely spot that really cares about the dogs! My pup was thrilled with the special menu&mdash;they had a simple grilled chicken option, which felt like a good, clean choice. The little shawls for guests on cooler days were a thoughtful touch. It&#39;s nice to see a place that pays attention to these small comforts.

Been coming here for years. The Shepherd&#39;s Pie is solid, proper comfort food. Good portion for the price.

The staff were so friendly and even played games with us after our meal. Made the Boxing Day gathering really nice.

Steak pie was spot on, proper comfort food. Filled potatoes hit the mark too. Quick service, got my order in no time. Just what you need for a fast, filling lunch.

Thursday&#39;s Chick &#39;n&#39; Mix is my go-to now. The portion is huge for the price, and the crispy chicken bits are just the right kind of greasy. Magda remembered my usual order this week, which was a nice touch.

I had a lovely time at the Alex with friends. The atmosphere was vibrant, and the staff, particularly Cora, were incredibly friendly and attentive, making our visit memorable.

Back for bottomless brunch. The food was generous and tasty, no complaints there. Staff kept our drinks topped up without us asking, which was nice. A solid choice for a group.

Really enjoyed the tapas selection here. Ordered a bunch of things and they all came out together, which was great. The staff were lovely and friendly too.

The biscoff cheesecake was a real treat. The music was a bit loud, but the atmosphere was pretty good.

Been coming here for years. The pub dinners are always generous, never feel like you&#39;re getting short-changed. That&#39;s what keeps me coming back.

Friendly service given by happy smiling efficient attentive waitress. Food was plentiful and hot, collected at carvery and puddings delivered speedily later on. Overall very pleasant experience for our Christmas treat. Recommended.

Lovely afternoon spot. The food was a pleasant surprise, honestly. Our server Archie had a stellar attitude, really made the visit. The space itself is bright and airy, with big windows that let in all the light. Just a nice, relaxed vibe for a casual meal.

The refurb is lovely, kept all the old character but feels so fresh now. It&#39;s the perfect spot for a catch-up with friends&mdash;everything just feels clean and new.

The bar staff were lovely on my last visit. The lady serving was so helpful, really made the whole thing easy and relaxed. Just what you want when you&#39;re out for a quiet meal.

A very friendly staff, along with nice food which made for a pleasing over all experience I can honestly recommend this venue.

Popped in with the dogs after a beach walk, no booking. Got a table quick. The fish and chips came out fast, perfect for a quick bite. Chips were proper hot and crispy. Good spot when you&#39;re hungry and in a rush.

The breakfast was really good value for money. Big portions, lots of options, and the price felt fair for what you get. That&#39;s what stood out for me.

Loved the garden seating for lunch! Our server was really attentive, kept checking in without being overbearing. Food came out super quick too. A really nice spot when the sun&#39;s out. 🌿

Love the vibe here for a casual catch-up. The food portions are huge, so sharing a few plates with friends is perfect. We tried the fish and chips and a burger, both were solid pub grub. Just a heads up, it gets pretty loud later on!

Friendly local spot, really cosy. Had the scampi and chips for lunch - the scampi was lovely and fresh, a proper portion too. Just a quiet, pleasant meal.

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