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Southend-on-Sea
Leigh-on-Sea
No.1 Cocklesheds
No.1 Cocklesheds Reviews

No.1 Cocklesheds

Fish, Seafood

Dishes priced around£21

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Reviews of No.1 Cocklesheds (96)

Read what people think about No.1 Cocklesheds. All restaurant reviews are written by verified Quandoo diners. Learn more about No.1 Cocklesheds before you go by getting tips and ratings from other restaurant-goers. With real-life reviews, you can see what other diners loved about No.1 Cocklesheds and book a table with confidence!

5.4/6

96 reviews

5.4/6

96 reviews

Food:Outstanding
Atmosphere:Excellent
Service:Excellent
Value for money:Great value
Waiting time:Exceptionally Good
Noise levels:Very pleasant
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New"Excellent"
6/6
Rob A.4 days ago · 1 review

Great food, great staff. Brilliant place to eat and drink.

New"Excellent"
6/6
Bernie N.4 days ago · 1 review

Brilliant and attentive staff. Amazing food we had a great time

New"Very good"
5/6
Nikki A.5 days ago · 1 review

We were a party of 5 and the food was amazing and came out quickly Staff were really friendly and did a great job. The only downside was it’s very noisy when all the tables are full as they were today and we had to raise our voices to hear each other. Better acoustics needed!

New"Very good"
5/6
Stuart N.5 days ago · 1 review

Good food and good service. It felt very warm in the restaurant to the point of feeling uncomfortable.

New"Very good"
5/6
Quandoo Diner12 days ago · 1 review

Staff attentive but not intrusive , food absolutely spot on . We had 6 dish’s for our tapas, really good selection . We will be back

New"Very good"
5/6
Pauline S.12 days ago · 1 review

Wonderful food and great setting. I would really recommend it.

New"Excellent"
6/6
Andrew M.13 days ago · 2 reviews

Food, atmosphere and service were superb. We live in Leigh and this is our first visit here but will definitely be back!

"Excellent"
6/6
Norma D.15 days ago · 1 review

Food and service excellent staff very professional and a lovely atmosphere.

"Very good"
5/6
Susie R.15 days ago · 2 reviews

Having booked and adjusted dates & times vis the app. We got a phone call nearer the date & a request to pay a deposit because there was more than 4 of us. This wasn’t a problem. We arrived and was a little disappointed that the table was not laid up and we were not advised that we would be on a high table/bench. Having said that the staff were amazing and the food excellent. It was our second visit and would definitely recommend.

"Very good"
5/6
Michelle Y.15 days ago · 31 reviews

First time visiting and to be honest we won't be coming back. Lovely atmosphere in the restaurant. Service was extremely slow but it wasn't an issue as we were having an evening out. The food though was just ok. Nothing outstanding. It wasn't bad it just did not wow me.

"Excellent"
6/6
Teresa E.15 days ago · 1 review

This is only the second time I’ve been here, but it won’t be the last. It was very quiet with gentle background music. Staff were attentive without being obsequious and the food was superb. Premises are extremely clean and although a little on the expensive side, it’s worth every penny. Went with two old school friends to celebrate our 70th Birthdays, and we weren’t disappointed. We all had a Tapa as a Starter and shared, then all had different main courses. Food was very well presented, very well cooked and portions were extremely generous. We were only disappointed that we didn’t have any room for a pudding, A lovely experience; thank you to everyone involved in making it so enjoyable xxx

"Excellent"
6/6
Kerry K.15 days ago · 1 review

The weather was beautiful so we sat outside. The food was amazing, service was fast and staff were lovely. Good value for money. Will definitely return

"Very good"
5/6
Ailsa D.16 days ago · 4 reviews

Food was lovely, although had run out of a few of the tapas dishes that we was going to have. Good service. We would come back.

"Excellent"
6/6
Daniela B.a month ago · 1 review

We had a wonderful evening. Food was delicious and the atmosphere was amazing. Good value for money and great service.

"Excellent"
6/6
Jenny J.a month ago · 1 review

A most delicious meal. Very enjoyable afternoon! The skate wing and sea bass were absolutely scrumptious!

"Excellent"
6/6
Stacey O.a month ago · 1 review

Lovely tapas and cocktails! We had a great evening, thank you

"Excellent"
6/6
Michael D.a month ago · 1 review

Amazing location, weather was wonderful and service and food great.

"Excellent"
6/6
Tracy D.a month ago · 1 review

Love this place I came a few weeks back and had a lovely meal with my sisters. So I came back today and again I wasn’t disappointed the food was lovely.

"Very good"
5/6
Sarah B.a month ago · 1 review

Delicious food and friendly atmosphere will definitely return. Thank you.

"Excellent"
6/6
Angela S.a month ago · 1 review

We did a walk in for late lunch on Saturday, enjoyed it so much we booked online for breakfast on Sunday!! Excellent venue!!

"Not good "
2/6
Paul H.a month ago · 1 review

The main was served to 2 of us, and then they produced the wrong order for my friends. He had to wait 10 mins more for his main, by which time ours was tepid at best. A shame for a terminal cancer goodbye visit in my opinion. (Sad face)

"Very good"
5/6
BRENDA W.a month ago · 2 reviews

Lovely meal with family seerved by very friendly staff in a lovely setting.

"Excellent"
6/6
Elle C.a month ago · 2 reviews

Great food & drink, lovely atmosphere, friendly staff. Thank you! X

"Good"
4/6
Sandra L.a month ago · 1 review

Overall a pleasant lunch but £22 is expensive for fish and chips.

"Very good"
5/6
Mark C.a month ago · 1 review

Excellent service, great food, Serving plates need to be warmed especially for skate.

"Very good"
5/6
Daniel J.a month ago · 1 review

excellent food service first rate great atmosphere good value for money

"Excellent"
6/6
Debbie L.2 months ago · 1 review

Enjoyable visit. The staff were amazing. Food was excellent. Will go again

"Excellent"
6/6
Martyn C.2 months ago · 2 reviews

First visit here. Really impressed. Food and service excellent. Good sized portions too.

"Average"
3/6
Jasie C.2 months ago · 1 review

Food was lovely…I can’t complain there but the staff did nothing about a table behind us who was throwing up at the table for at least 45mins…we had to tell the staff that they left a bag of sick. We didn’t get an apology and it wasn’t very pleasant experience. I would have asked that person to leave or go to the toilets

"Excellent"
6/6
Nicky L.2 months ago · 1 review

Excellent Food , excellent service , definitely worth a visit

"Excellent"
6/6
Katrina S.2 months ago · 2 reviews

Sublime food, lovely ambience and fantastic service from the staff. Thank you

"Excellent"
6/6
Georgina C.2 months ago · 1 review

First time visiting, we went for our anniversary originally booked inside, but due to lovely weather we sat outside. We had the tapas and cocktails. Food, drinks and service was great. Atmosphere had a real holiday vibe too!

"Very good"
5/6
suzan t.2 months ago · 1 review

We very much enjoyed our lunch today, especially the Grilled Sea Bass, so thank you!

"Not good "
2/6
Lynda N.2 months ago · 1 review

I have frequented this restaurant on many, many occasions and have never had a problem. There were 6 of us and 4 of us had the skate and each of the skate meals were luke warm. It had taken so long to get the meal therefore we just couldn’t be bothered to complain as restaurant was so busy. We didn’t even stay for coffees. One of our friends had her dogs with her and they ate it all. Such a dreadful shame.

"Excellent"
6/6
Paula B.2 months ago · 3 reviews

Great food and service on a lovely bright day so sitting outside with our dog was wonderful

"Excellent"
6/6
Darren O.2 months ago · 1 review

It’s a lovely restaurant with great views over the estuary. The food is always excellent, a wide choice, fresh, well cooked and presented. I think the price represents good value. The staff are always welcoming and attentive. We have been several times, (breakfast, lunches and evening meals), and will definitely return.

"Very good"
5/6
matt n.2 months ago · 1 review

Good atmosphere, nice food, really great service. Will go again.

"Excellent"
6/6
Stuart I.2 months ago · 1 review

Breakfast was delicious and the staff were fantastic! Will definitely go back!

"Excellent"
6/6
Emma B.2 months ago · 1 review

Everything is made fresh and delicious. Will return again. Thanks

"Excellent"
6/6
Annie A.2 months ago · 1 review

Beautiful day for fresh seafood by the harbour. Friendly staff, clean terrace. Clean W/C facilities. We will definitely be returning again soon.

"Excellent"
6/6
Terry D.2 months ago · 1 review

6 old school friends had a great afternoon the food was amazing the service was great and the staff were friendly and knowledgeable excellent venue

"Good"
4/6
Quandoo Diner2 months ago · 1 review

Food good, surroundings good, staff attentive. But noisy dining experience.

"Excellent"
6/6
Jo S.2 months ago · 1 review

Excellent food, friendly, helpful staff, good atmosphere. Great location. The popcorn cockles are amazing! Will definitely be going back soon.

"Very good"
5/6
William K.2 months ago · 1 review

We had a great time, as usual. Food and service were very good and we will be back soon!

"Excellent"
6/6
Lucy F.2 months ago · 1 review

Amazing food and service, will definitely return and recommend to friends.

"Excellent"
6/6
Mark W.2 months ago · 1 review

Fantastic food , excellent service. Would definitely visit again. Cheers

"Excellent"
6/6
Bob L.2 months ago · 1 review

Could not fault the food or the service, excellent keep it up

"Excellent"
6/6
Clare M.3 months ago · 1 review

Lovely decor, much improved menu, friendly staff and efficient service

"Very good"
5/6
vicki b.3 months ago · 1 review

Lovely food and atmosphere. Can’t wait to go back 👍🏻

"Very good"
5/6
Paul C.3 months ago · 1 review

Buzzing atmosphere with excellent Service. Enjoyed the food and drinks. Somewhat noisy but that’s the acoustics and not a spoiler for a fine experience. Thanks.

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