The 20 Best Restaurant dining options in Esher

“Delicious lunch! Couldn't be happier and we will definitely be returning! The lunch tapas deal is great value for money and you don't lose any of the quality!”

“5 Stars – Clean, Delicious, and Absolutely Worth It! I don’t usually write reviews, but this kebab shop truly deserves recognition. The food here is consistently fresh, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. You can taste the quality in every bite—from the tender, juicy kebabs to the perfectly grilled vegetables and freshly made sauces. What really sets this place apart is how clean and well-maintained everything is. The kitchen is spotless, the staff handle food with care, and everything feels hygienic and professional. It’s refreshing to find a place where you can enjoy amazing street-style food while also feeling confident about how it's prepared. The service is friendly and efficient, and the prices are more than fair for the quality you get. Whether you're grabbing a quick lunch or enjoying a late-night bite, this place never disappoints. Highly recommend to anyone who loves good food done right!”

“Cote in Esher is our go-to for a quality meal and great atmosphere. We've been going for over a decade. Imagine our surprise when we were waited on by Vanessa. She was an absolute delight! So helpful, so attentive, so lovely - in every way. Thank you Vanessa, for making our meal in Esher even more memorable.”

“Great atmosphere. Good is delicious. All the staff are friendly but William is particularly friendly and makes an amazing Bailey's coffee.”

“Absolutely delicious! We had a chicken tikka biryani and a chicken tikka karahi, delivered to eat at home, and the food was outstanding. My biryani was perfectly cooked to my preferred level of heat, and was packed with meat, the sauce full of vegetables. The karahi likewise had big tender chunks of chicken, and the onions brought a lovely sweetness to the sauce. The portions were generous too :) I'll certainly be ordering from there again.”

“The community rebuilt this park cafe and it is an excellent facility enjoyed by everyone who uses the park and Claygate Primary School. On a sunny weekend you will see many groups and families playing games, having fun, eating ice creams, with drinks etc. Food gets 4 stars only because it is not Michelin starred.”

“Absolutely fabulous lunch, we have never seen such an extensive menu - I am disabled, the proprietor and a member of staff literally carried me in from the pavement into the restaurant on one of their chairs, I could not ask for such exemplary kindness and the food and the choices were out of this world! We cannot recommend this gem opposite Claygate Green more highly!”

“One of the best meals I’ve had in a long time. Quality food with nice friendly staff. I’m craving their food to come back again”

“My wife, daughter, and I ate here while visiting Chessington World Adventures. The food was fantastic, the ambience was lovely, and the staff were patient and very welcoming. The staff welcomed us and gave enough time between each course and couldn't be more helpful. The food was as good as a meal in Italy! We ordered both the bruschetta and caprese salad between my wife and l, and the tastes were well-balanced and only bettered by the fresh pumpkin ravioli and pizza. If we visit the area in the future, we will certainly be going back!”

“Genuinely nice family running the shop. Very friendly atmosphere, mum and daughter are very chatty. I went on Friday evening just for some chips, they were excellent and fresh. However they only take cash payment, which is fine by me as I'm old school. Do check if they are open in the month of August as they close the shop for holiday.”

“Delicious meal - awesome for our gluten and dairy free friends”

“We went there for Xmas dinner. The prawns were floating in a sea of oil. Avoid The sea bass was cooked perfectly We sat outside under heated cover but it was still quite cold”

“Hadn’t booked but they were able to easily accommodate. I at first thought they were closed but was just the first customer of the evening! (It was a Monday night). It could maybe have done with some music in the background. But the decor was wonderful & service good. The food came out super speedy. I had coconut rice & vegetarian Thai green curry w/ tofu. It was some of the best Thai food I have eaten - and that includes in Thailand. Very reasonably priced. Will most definitely be going back.”

“My goodness this restaurant is incredible and delicious! We had a big party of 8 people and service was remarkable. Beautiful atmosphere and wide variety of menu options and lots of gluten free options! Alex took such great care of all of us and went out of his way to make sure all of my dishes were celiac friendly! I highly recommend this spot. The Patatas Bravas were particularly delicious! Thank you Alex!”

“we had a birthday celebration , pizza making party for my 8 years old son our host Sasha was incredible. She did exceptionally well, and kept all the kids beautifully engaged, plus was so patient with 15 kids. Would definitely revisit again.”

“very good food and good price and good service, very welcoming”

“The good Earth is the best Chinese restaurant I’ve ever been to. The food is absolutely delicious. We had the chicken satay and chicken and chive dumplings for starters, char siu pork and kaarage chicken for main and a coffee and crème brûlée for dessert. The service is very friendly and the staff are very attentive. Would recommend for anyone to check out!”

“My dad took me here and at first I was sceptical, as I’m very much a beginner in spice and not always in the mood for a late dinner night out. But once I was there I didn’t want to go! The staff and very helpful, nice and definitely know their Indian food! And the spice? Don’t worry, from beginners to spice pros it’s perfect! There’s a lot of effort put into this great restaurant! Definitely, undoubtedly recommend!”

“Debbie provided us with a delicious afternoon tea following a family funeral. Everything was freshly made and delivered perfectly on time. Our guests had nothing but praise for the food, including a great selection of sandwiches, canapes, including mini quiches and vol-au-vents, cakes, scones and fresh fruit tarts. The mini Cornish pasties, still warm from the oven, disappeared within minutes! Thank you so much Debbie. Sally and Kevin Doyle”

“A friend suggested The Prince of Wales for lunch and it did not disappoint! It's not long been refurbished and it looks fabulous, complete with private dining, by the looks of it. Their outdoor space is one of the best I've experienced, with much of it sheltered if it does start to rain. We spent hours there with no pressure to vacate. Karen and her team are all experienced, friendly and exceptionally professional. Many thanks, Karen, we will be back!”

“I was looking for somewhere local for a traditional Sunday roast and I am pleased that I chose the Marquis. Food and drink were excellent. The service by Isabel was first class. Recommended.”

“What a wee gem. Food was delicious. perfect poached eggs! staff were super friendly and helpful. Setting is gorgeous and right beside Esher woods so ideal for walk and brunch or lunch. deffo recommend”

“I held my 40th here in March and from initial meeting to the end of the evening Tad and his colleagues could not have been more helpful or kind. The venue is perfect - cool decor, great staff, delicious drink offerings and an element of cool/different. The food options on offer were ideal. I would hugely recommend!”

“Ordered from Spielburger a few times via deliveroo and can guarantee EPIC food. We've mostly ordered the meal deal of beef burgers with fries and milkshakes - all taste delicious. Recently tried the philly cheesesteak and it was amazing. Thanks Spielburger! We can't wait to visit you when the cinemas open again soon :-)”