The 30 Best Restaurants in Esher

“My experience with Newton Huxley while buying my new home was great. Ella showed me round the property and she was super friendly and knowledgeable. She was very accommodating when I wanted to view the property a second time. I also did other viewings with James who was equally friendly and helpful. After the viewings they were super communicative and quick to respond when it came to offers and helping me negotiate with the seller. All in all a very pleasant experience and I would highly recommend!”

“We had an excellent experience buying our new home. In particular, Maisie Bywater was outstanding. She is very knowledgeable, diligent, personable, and of course, highly effective. Couldn’t recommend her more!”

“Visited for the first time whilst visiting the area for the Hampton Court flower show. Very clean restaurant with a relaxing vibe. Helpful and friendly waiter who also held the door open for us when we left. Fresh, tasty and flavoursome food- perfect sized portions. I couldn’t decide between a 4 star or 5 star review, it would actually be a 4.5 star review if that was possible. As the fried rice with chicken was the best I’ve ever had I finally decided on a 5 star review. Worth a visit if you are in the area.”

“The staff were very friendly and it was a lovely atmosphere.”

“Sojib was our waiter. He is such a nice guy. Very helpful. Proffessional. If i have to rate him over 10 will give him 11. The food was very nice , Presentable and clean enviroment. Will def come back.”

“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!”

“Went to Everyman Esher to see the Bruce Springsteen live movie. It was enjoyable, though Bruce isn’t really my thing. What really made the night special was the service. Jimmy is an absolute star, he is attentive, and always goes above and beyond and lives to serve. We always order plenty of drinks, and he often looks after us brilliantly. Kenneth is fantastic too, and the young woman on the bar is always so friendly and welcoming. The burger was delicious as always. My only small suggestion would be to add an artichoke dish to the menu as it’s such an underrated ingredient in the UK. We’re regulars for a reason. Great food, great staff, and a great atmosphere! And they play films in the cinema, and you can eat pop corn and snacks with food and drinks, beverages and juice and beer too. Or just chill out, and have a sweet little time!”

“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.”

“I had a great experience at this great pub located just off Esher high street. I had great communication from Liam to confirm my booking of 20 guys. He arranged a room for us upstairs, took table service for lunch and we were so well cared for by Sam. He was very attentive to us. The whole group had great things to say about their food. An excellent pub for a Sunday roast.”

“A Truly Wonderful Stay – Even with a Rocky Start What a fantastic experience from start to finish—even though our trip began on a difficult note. My wife was injured on the way to The Bear, and we couldn’t have been met with more kindness and care. The staff went above and beyond, and Tracy was an absolute gem—warm, genuine, and made us feel like we were staying with friends rather than in a hotel. This stay really highlighted the contrast with one of the sister hotels we visited, which lacked the same warmth and charm. It’s our second time at The Bear—we stayed last year, and although my wife was initially hesitant about staying in a pub setting, she ended up loving it so much that it topped her list for this year’s trip. We noticed several subtle improvements since our last visit—small touches that really add up and elevate the overall experience. It’s clear that care and attention to detail are a priority here. If we had one minor complaint, it would be the limited parking, but it’s a small trade-off for such a welcoming and comfortable stay. Top rated—we’d love to return again.”

“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.”

“Great sushi v fresh particularly the sashimi on Xmas eve ,went down well with family”

“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!”

“Great food , excellent quality best tasting breakfast I had cooked to perfection”

“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”

“Delighted to recommend Hummings at Home. We used the team to help out with our daughter’s 18th birthday party at home. A pleasure to have Lewis behind the bar serving a lively group while keeping things sensible. Bouncers Chessy and Leon provided a safe space for the kids to have fun while being respectful of our home. Hummings proprietor was very attentive making sure his team arrived on time and checking they had everything they needed to do a brilliant job. All supported behind the scenes by Mahathi who expertly understood our requirements and matched the team to our needs. I would highly recommend the Hummings team to support any event in the home - helpful, flexible and very professional. Thanks guys!”

“A wonderfully unique mini brewer just outside the Claygate station. I think there was 3 beers on when we were there including a beautiful dark ale. The beers we had were lovely but sadly no notes were taken. If you're in Claygate, give it a go.”

“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.”

“Love this coffee shop. Part bicycle shop and part coffee shop. Heaps of cyclists visit. I came for an oat milk flat white and also found the vegan peanut butter cookie bar. Will definitely return! My partner had the espresso and Guatemalan filter.”

“Booked a table for an hour. Still under lockdown rules but felt safe outside and despite being essentially a car park in an industrial site it was relaxing a ok surroundings. Maybe the excellent microbrew helped. Tried several and based on the result I bough a box more. Really enjoyed the cold spark.”

“Tried their lamb special which was excellent!”

“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”

“Parsnip soup best I’ve had for years .. great coffee and Dads wrap was lovely . Would definitely visit again .”

“My wife, my son and I visited The Wheatsheaf to celebrate my wife’s birthday.The food and service were excellent. I had turkey and the amount of meat was a lot more than I expected. I would also recommend the Camembert sharing plate which we had as a starter. It was a little loud for my taste but it was pre-Christmas and there was a large group near us that were celebrating a little loudly. Amount spent below includes drinks and gratuity.”

“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.”