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Top Quirky Restaurants in Essex
One minute you’re walking past a chippy, next thing you’re inside a place that serves sushi on a train track. That’s Essex for you. Quirky restaurants here don’t hold back and we’re talking neon-lit Thai joints in old banks, karaoke brunches in Chelmsford, and Colchester spots that look like your nan’s lounge but serve five-course tasting menus. But that’s not all! Some of our unique restaurants are cheap as chips, others more birthday blowout. Great for big groups, dodgy dancing after dessert, or just a night out that’s got more going for it than a pub and a parmo. Discover our fun restaurants now.
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![Semi-private Mezzanine at The George & Dragon, Mountnessing in Brentwood, Essex]()
from £400
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySemi-private Mezzanine
20 guestsThe George & Dragon, MountnessingBrentwood, EssexA small, intimate mezzanine area that is perfect for a private party. With a cosy chic decor and wooden beams, your space overlooks the restaurant, taking in all the atmosphere. -
![Exclusive Dining Area at The Breakfast Club Chelmsford in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £100
minimum spend / per morningCheck availabilityExclusive Dining Area
35 guestsThe Breakfast Club ChelmsfordChelmsford, EssexOur first floor can be hired as a PDR for Exclusive Events, Meetings or Group Dining. This Private space is located on the First Floor of our Caf on Moulsham St and can accommodate up-to 35 guests seated, or 50 in a combination -
![Kushi Suite at Kushi in Essex]()
from £600
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityKushi Suite
45 guestsKushiEssexThis is a modern-day Indian Restaurant that offers the perfect backdrop for exclusive entertaining, weddings, birthdays, and engagement parties with onsite catering and a cocktail bar for those intimate gatherings of up to -
![Private Dining Room at Koryu in Colchester, Essex]()
from £25
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
45 guestsKoryuColchester, EssexIf you’re looking for an exclusive space in the city centre for you and your friends, family or colleagues, we offer private fine dining, in our stunning downstairs location. -
![The Club Restaurant & Lounge at Chelmsford City Racecourse in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Club Restaurant & Lounge
170 guestsChelmsford City RacecourseChelmsford, EssexThe Club has a private, VIP vibe. A private space with panoramic views across the racecourse, this space is on the first floor of the grandstand and can hold up to 250 people. -
![Private Dining room at Haywards in Essex]()
from £800
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityPrivate Dining room
14 guestsHaywardsEssexHaywards private dining room, The Stable, retains many of the building’s original stable features with a smart stable door completing the room. The Stable is separate from the main dining room and can seat up to 14 guests. -
![Entire Venue at Mowgli Street Food Chelmsford in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
56 guestsMowgli Street Food ChelmsfordChelmsford, EssexIn the centre of Chelmsford, Mowgli offers a space where Indian street food takes the spotlight. Designed to feel like a home away from home, the restaurant features Mowgli’s swing seats, lanterns, and a calm atmosphere that -
![Essex County Cricket Club at Galvin Green Man in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £35
per person / per dayCheck availabilityEssex County Cricket Club
10 guestsGalvin Green ManChelmsford, EssexThis makes the perfect setting for a winning evening! The room also features a flat-screen television and sound system enabling you to easily set the mood for your dining experience -
![The Countryside Suite at Galvin Green Man in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £35
per person / per dayCheck availabilityThe Countryside Suite
10 guestsGalvin Green ManChelmsford, EssexThe room also features a flat-screen TV, sound system and air conditioning - perfect for setting the mood for your dining experience. -
![Las Iguanas Lakeside at Las Iguanas Lakeside in Essex]()
from £50
per person / per dayCheck availabilityLas Iguanas Lakeside
220 guestsLas Iguanas LakesideEssexLas Iguanas Lakeside brings Latin American flair to life with colorful artwork, irresistible food and cocktails, and a buzzing atmosphere from afternoon through to late night. -
![The Marriages Millers Suite at Galvin Green Man in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £35
per person / per dayCheck availabilityThe Marriages Millers Suite
10 guestsGalvin Green ManChelmsford, EssexWhy not hire one of our private spaces for a pre-dinner cocktail masterclass or wine tasting experience to start your dinner perfectly. -
![The Caf (Full Venue Hire) at The Breakfast Club Chelmsford in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per morningCheck availabilityThe Caf (Full Venue Hire)
75 guestsThe Breakfast Club ChelmsfordChelmsford, EssexThis fantastic Caf is the perfect place to celebrate, have a party of take advantage of our Private Dining Space upstairs. Drop us a line, and our dedicated team will take care of the rest!
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FAQs about Top Quirky Restaurants in Essex
In Essex, prices of quirky restaurants average £500 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Essex, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
| From £250 | to £1700 | minimum spend per event |
| From £29 | to £35 | per person |
| From £350 | to £1000 | hire fee per day |
You'll find quirky restaurants in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Essex, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
| Small quirky restaurants | up to 50 guests | prices average £800 hire fee per day |
| Medium quirky restaurants | between 80 and 150 guests | prices average £350 minimum spend per event |
| Large quirky restaurants | over 200 guests | prices average £1700 minimum spend per event |