The 30 Best Lunch options in Upminster

“Good cafe. Been coming here for a few years and have never been disappointed. Good selection of food and the bubble & squeak is this best I have ever had. The lovely man who runs the cafe is so lovely and friendly. Highly recommend this cafe.”

“Just come home, what a fantastic meal we had, everything from food, service and atmosphere was all perfect! Not sure how long this little gem has been here but 100% recommend and will be back, 2 courses and a bottle of wine about £65pp and we have enough food for dinner tomorrow which we was able to box up. So impressed thank you!”

“We were welcomed on entering by Costa Vishal and Arizona they were extremely helpful and polite and made us feel special especially as my brother has recently had his cataract operated on and wasn’t feeling too good it made him feel much better. Thank you so very much x”

“Been here several times for breakfast. Always friendly, polite and the service is good. Food is good and plentiful, but can get quite busy.”

“We ordered sushi on the website and by accident I placed the order twice. The restaurant kindly called me to clarify which I really appreciate. The food quality was amazing, and the portions good. We were pleasantly surprised to find two mochis as a thank you for the order :). We will definitely order from them again!”

“Wow what a little Gen, wife suggested here as she goes with colleagues for lunch. Best eggs benedict I have ever had. Staff are fantastic and the place is spotless. Thank you so much, we will be back again. Xx”

“The Garden Coffee Shop & Diner is a delightful find — cozy, welcoming, and full of charm. From the moment I walked in, the friendly staff made me feel right at home. The menu has something for everyone, whether you're after a hearty breakfast, a light lunch, or just a great cup of coffee. I had the smoked haddock, and it was cooked to perfection — fresh, tasty, and beautifully presented. The portions are generous and the prices are very reasonable. What really sets this place apart is the atmosphere — it’s relaxed and inviting, with a real community feel. You can tell it’s run with care and love. I’ll definitely be back soon. Highly recommend!”

“Just had the loveliest experience here and had to share.. Eating out with a little one can be a bit nerve wracking and we've sometimes been made to feel like a real inconvenience...not here! The staff were fantastic with my little girl and so friendly and welcoming. My little one devoured the cracker kindly offered to her (she refused the food I brought with me!) The lady even wiped her hands and played with her, giving me the chance to enjoy the siracha eggs I'd ordered (which were delicious by the way). Wish I'd visited here sooner but certainly gave me the confidence to come back again. Thank you”

“Me and my family love this place, food is amazing they serve it while its still steaming to show its cooked through. Service is great, the workers is really nice me and my family go a lot the workers know us quite well which is also nice. But overall yall deserve 5 stars im coming back soon!”

“I contacted the Tea Cosy for catering for my Baby Shower. Wonderful service great communication and the food was amazing, delivered straight to my door. Thank you again Tea Cosy!”

“Fantastic Food. Great service. Very happy and friendly staff. Love this place.”

“Only had a cheese and tomato toasties but it was red hot and tasty as ever. The wife had apple pie with custard and she thought it was gorgeous. Very friendly staff and well priced”

“This is a family run restaurant. It’s been going for a long long time. . When we lived in Upminster we were frequent visitors and on a return visit we were excited to go back after 7 years. The food was as excellent as it always had been. One of our party was vegetarian and instead of being an after thought on the menu she was told everything came as a vegetarian option. I had forgotten how great they are on vegetable dishes, everything tastes and is recognisable as what it is. I love this consistently great restaurant. I would say we had visited 100 times before moving away and never had a bad meal. Delighted to return and find it hasn’t changed. I’ve literally been dreaming about the meal we had.”

“I must say we had the best cod and chips from here tonight. Wasn't sure initially thought it was more of a kebab outlet. But pleasantly surprised. Even our usually fussy cat couldn't leave it alone. 10/10”

“First time to try your shop,very impressed,our skate was cooked to perfection, generous portion, chips were fresh and polite service. Excellent value for money. David Williams, Upminster.”

“Popped in here for lunch with my friend and her baby last week and would highly recommend a visit. There were a steady stream of people coming in for icecream and the servers were very sweet despite being busy. The food menu is pretty extensive (jacket potatoes, wraps, sandwiches, full English and more) and they're really flexible so you can easily tweak and swap out items. We had a strawberry milkshake each (delish!! And they even gave us a small third glass because it made too much for 2 cups and otherwise it'd go to waste - never had that anywhere ever they normally jus put it down the sink), a crayfish sandwich and pesto panini both with Crisps and salad. Food was great and then the icecream after was fab, tasted a few flavours then picked one and only £2 a scoop! They also only use the posh biscuit cones and spinkles and sauce are inc. In the price :) seating available inside and out, fully licensed and with a wide range of cocktails and spirits and open till 8pm on some days!”

“Nice beer and friendly bar staff. What more could you ask for. Friendly locals; lovely garden with big screen for the footie.”

“It was Our first visit tonight, the atmosphere was lovely with an amazing live singer. The food was so good we had 3 courses ! And Sonia our waitress was happy, friendly and helpful. We will definitely be returning there again soon. Can highly recommend”

“If you’re looking for the best fish and chips this side of Essex, look no further! This place is, without a doubt, a standout among all the fish and chip shops I’ve tried, and I’ve tried plenty. From the moment you walk in, you can tell they take pride in their food. The aroma hits you right away—fresh fish, crispy batter, and perfectly fried chips.First, let’s talk about the fish. It’s always fresh, never greasy, and the batter has that perfect crunch you dream of. They clearly use high-quality ingredients because the taste is phenomenal every time. The chips are equally as impressive—golden, fluffy on the inside, and crisp on the outside. They’re seasoned just right, and you can tell they care about the little details here. You won’t find soggy fries or overcooked fish, just perfection on a plate.I’ve visited multiple times, and the consistency is what keeps me coming back. The service is friendly and fast, and no matter how busy it gets, the quality never slips. I’m now making it a point to stop by every week because it’s become my go-to spot for comfort food. Whether you’re dining in or taking it home, it’s always a win.In short, this place is a gem. If you love traditional fish and chips, it doesn’t get any better than this. Trust me, you’ll be hooked after one visit. Highly recommend!”

“Great place to order a breakfast either to eat it or delivered to your home.”

“Regularly lovely service, especially from a young Romanian lady. She always remembers my order.”

“We have travelled 4.5 hours to come here because we can’t find anything near us that is anywhere near the same quality. We love it. Don and Jackie”

“Guys I tried flames first time and as far as takeaways go for a small business they really do know there stuff when it comes too food ,I've eaten from flames many times and from experience I've never had a bad meal and even on the odd occasion when it's been longer than usual in waiting for the delivery they have always been apologetic,the portion sizes are genouros and is very reasonable price wise ,speaking from experience id highly recommend flames kebabs it's very satisfying,a special mention for there chicken diner ,,very nice”

“Excellent 3 course meal for 2 with wine and coffee for £66 . My swordfish was huge and superb. Waiter very attentive. Toilets were impeccable. Will definitely recommend and return!”

“Great atmosphere. Cool food. A must try.”

“I have only used the take away services of this restaurant and on both occasions have found the food to be excellent and in my opinion a five star cuisine. The food was extremely tasty, hot on delivery and delivered extremely quickly. The management and staff are extremely courteous and friendly and nothing would appear to be too much trouble. I will certainly be using both the take away and eat in services in the future. Well done Cauliflower!!!!”

“Good chef, more peking style than chinese. Crispy shredded beef v nice, special fried rice and noodles all good also,”

“I had mixed feelings about coming to the restaurant as the reviews wasn't great. I was so pleasantly surprised. On entering we were welcomed with the lovely host, who was friendly and showed us to our table. She explained the menu to us. There were 16 of us so i was worried about the quality of the food. No need!! The food was hot, fresh and delicious! I can't rate this place enough. When I didn't know what a dish was, the host came over and explained perfectly. She was lovely. We tried things that we wouldn't usually, and every single thing we had was cooked beautifully. I will definitely be back. Friendly, fun, and above all tasty! Thank you to the wonderful staff and amazing chef!”

“Very nice food. I ordered from them already 3 times for collection. I can recommend it. Yummy food.”

“Probably the best chinese takeaway in the area. The quality of food is amazing, and the taste is second to none. I occasionally try Chinese from other places but they always leave me disappointed when compared to here. Tasty noodles, amazing chicken satay, satay sauce is 5* on its own. You can guarantee anything you try from here will leave you wanting more. Friends who aren't from the UK always say this is the best Chinese they've ever had. Delivery is very quick and always arrives within 1/2 hour of ordering. If you want a tasty Chinese, look no further! Last ordered on Thursday 12 December 2024!”