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The Seafood Shack
The Seafood Shack
The Seafood Shack
4+ YEARS IN TBR
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THE SEAFOOD SHACK

(5.0 Score)
32-35 Eastern Esplanade, Southend on Sea SS1 2ES, UK Directions

Since 2018

Speciality:

✓ Calamari ✓ Salt and Pepper Baby Squid ✓ Battered Halloumi ✓ Whitebait ✓ Crispy Prawn Mix and Fish Goujons ✓ Plain Oyster ✓ Bottle of Moet and Chandon ✓ Large Skin on Fries ✓ Peas ✓ Mushy Peas ✓ Beans ✓ Side Salad ✓ Garlic Bread ✓ Sliced Baguette ✓ Mac and Cheese ✓ Garlic Bread with Cheese ✓ Homemade Tartare Sauce ✓ Large Gherkin

“The Seafood Shack offers excellent fresh food prepared and cooked to order. The restaurant specialises in fresh and tasty, hot and cold seafood and catering for non-fish eaters. The customers also love trying the different dishes on their weekly specials board. The Seafood Shack's diverse hot menu consists of meat, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. They recommend customers eat in and enjoy the whole shack experience. The Seafood Shack offers outdoor seating, vegetarian dishes and live music.

2025 Update: Sandy and Wendy leds The Seafood Shack. They have a selection of ice-cold beers on tap and a variety of wines.”

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Price:

STARTERS & SMALL PLATES
Crispy Chilli Chicken £11.50
Garlic or Sweet Chilli Prawns £12.50
Hot Mix £15.50
Hot Crab Dip £14.50
Cold Seafood Platter for 1 £15.50
Grilled Sardines £13.50
Fresh Scallops of The Day £14.50
CRISPY BITES
Calamari £10.50
Salt & Pepper Baby Squid £10.50
Battered Halloumi £10.50
Whitebait £10.50
Crispy Prawn Mix £10.50
Sharing Tapas for 2 £25.00

Contact:

01702 668394

Mon & Tue: Closed
Wed: 12pm - 5pm
Thu: 12pm - 8pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm - 9pm Sun: 12pm - 5pm

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Oyster Creek Kitchen
Oyster Creek Kitchen
Oyster Creek Kitchen
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6+ YEARS IN TBR
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OYSTER CREEK KITCHEN

(4.9 Score)
6 Western Esplanade, Westcliff-on-Sea, Southend on Sea SS0 8FE , UK Directions

Speciality:

✓ Beer Battered Fish and Chips ✓ Skate Wing ✓ Swordfish ✓ Moules Marinière ✓ Honey and Pineapple Salmon ✓ New England Lobster Roll ✓ Brie and Bacon Burger ✓ Al Pastor Burger ✓ Surf Burger ✓ Crispy Shrimp/Soft Shell Crab Fish Bun ✓ Soft Shell Crab Burger ✓ Dynamite Crispy Shrimp and Al Pastor Slow Cooked Pork ✓ Crab Boil ✓ Lobster Boil

“Oyster Creek Kitchen specialises in fresh seafood, serving an extensive range of fresh fish and shellfish, lobster, oysters and mussels, and the ever-popular fish and chips. The restaurant provides a range of aged steaks, prime burgers, and seasonal specials. You must try one of their generous sundaes made with homemade gelato or try one of their traditional Italian dessert recipes. The restaurant recently renovated a Victorian shelter with uninterrupted views of the Thames Estuary. Oyster Creek Kitchen offers table reservations and gift vouchers.”

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Price:

OYSTERS
Maldon Oysters £8
Au Naturel Oysters £8
O.C.K Stylo Oysters £3
Diablo Oysters £3
Chipotio Oysters £3
APPETIZERS
Garlic & Cheese Flatbread £8.30
Seafood Nachos Sharor £23.00
Mixed Seafood To Share £33.30
TACOS
Devon Crab £14.30
Crispy Shrimp £18.50
Lobster & Crayfish £13.30

Contact:

01702 343535

Mon & Tue: Closed
Wed: 4:45pm - 11pm
Thu-Sat: 11:45am - 11pm
Sun: 11:45am - 7pm

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The Estuary
The Estuary
The Estuary
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THE ESTUARY

(4.8 Score)
18-20 Palmeria Parade, Southend on Sea SS0 7RR, UK Directions

Speciality:

✓ Fresh Chargrilled Swordfish ✓ Fresh Grilled Lemonsole ✓ Panfried Seabass ✓ Panfried Skate ✓ Grilled Cod ✓ Beer-battered Cod ✓ Beer-battered Skate ✓ Salt and Pepper Squid ✓ Pan Fried Scallops ✓ Pan Fried Tiger Prawns ✓ Seafood Paella ✓ 1kg Pot of Fresh Mussels ✓ Estuary Burger ✓ Buttermilk Chicken Burger ✓ Halloumi Burger ✓ Falafel Burger ✓ Plain and Simple Burger ✓ Curly Fries ✓ Cheesy Garlic Ciabatta

“The Estuary is a seaside restaurant with well-trained staff members who provide excellent service. The restaurant utilises high-quality local produce and large portions. The restaurant offers an all-in-one set in a modern and inviting atmosphere. You can also try their beer-battered skate, seafood paella, and pan-fried scallops. The Estuary offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with outdoor seating, dine-in, and a kids' menu. The restaurant caters for vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free menus. The Estuary provides a delicious menu at reasonable prices.

2025 Update: The restaurant has its own fully functioning bar and private toilets for the clientele.”

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Price:

SEAFOOD
Pan-Fried Sea Bass (Garlic Butter & Chilli) £22.95
Pan-Fried Sea Bass (Tomato, Chilli & Prawn Sauce) £23.95
1kg Pot of Fresh Mussels £20.95
Beer-Battered Cod and Chips £19.95
ESTUARY BURRITOS
8oz Rump Steak £15.95
Chargrilled Cajun Chicken Breast £14.95
Chargrilled Cypriot Halloumi (V) £14.95
SIDES & EXTRAS
Extra Side £4.95
LUNCH & LIGHT OPTIONS
Lunchtime Burger £15.95
Lunchtime Skewer £15.95
ROAST DINNERS
Roast Chicken £23.95
Roast Pork £23.95
Roast Topside Beef £23.95
Mushroom and Cashewnut Wellington (V) £23.95
HANDMADE PIES
Steak and Ale Pie £20.95
Chicken, Ham and Leek Pie £20.95
Chicken Curry Pie £20.95
Fish Pie £22.95
SKEWERS
Mix & Match Skewers £21.95
Mixed Vegetable Skewers (2) £16.95
Extra Skewers: Mixed Vegetable £4.95
Extra Skewers: Chicken, Lamb Kofte or Halloumi £5.95
Extra Skewers: Steak or Prawn £6.95

Contact:

01702 345011

Mon-Sun: 9am - 8:30pm

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THE SEAFOOD SHACK REVIEWS

Took my wife here for her birthday. The food was fresh and delicious with good-sized portions at hood prices. The muscles were exceptional. They surprised us with a birthday cake for my wife that i had notprearranged, which was a really lovely touch. Thank you very much.My new favourite restraunt.

This was my first time dining here with friends, and it definitely won’t be our last! The staff at The Seafood Shack were super friendly and attentive. We feel welcomed and they were always ready to help with any questions or special requests. We had a great experience. The vibe was relaxing and cozy with a cool nautical theme. It’s a perfect spot whether you're out with family, friends, or a partner. The food was fantastic! Everything was fresh and cooked to perfection. They served generous portions and amazing flavors. Whether you’re into fish or shells, you’re in for a treat. The Seafood Shack is a gem in Southend-on-Sea.

Went yesterday with my son. Food was incredible, we were given a kids menu but my son loves seafood. Servers were polite and friendly. Would highly recommend and definitely will back when in the area.

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OYSTER CREEK KITCHEN REVIEWS

My husband & I went to the Oyster Creek Kitchen for dinner last night. It’s always caught our eye as it’s in such a nice location but have always been put off by bad reviews before now. However, they have obviously done a lot of work to turn it around and everything was perfect! The service was impeccable and very attentive, the decor and vibe of the restaurant is lovely and feels very beach club-esque. The food was amazing!!! We had the oysters, calamari and king prawns to start with fish & chips for the main. It was incredible & probably the best fish and chips I’ve had in years - so light, it just melted in the mouth! The starters were divine too. We will definitely be back and will be recommending it all our family & friends too.

Wonderful restaurant. Hidden gem in Westcliff. Great atmosphere , holiday vibe with the music playing in the background. Food is delicious, beautifully presented. Great choice of dishes. Difficult to decide what to have. Cocktails fabulous , wine list very good. Staff are really friendly and helpful. Very attentive. Special mention to Callan. Brilliant service. Very welcoming and knowledgeable on the dishes and cocktails. Thank you for making the birthday celebration so special.

Seafood was really fresh and delicious, we had the oysters, crab Boil, Lobster boil, 10oz ribeye with whole Lobster, Bloody Mary Lobster, lemon cheesecake and Affogato for desserts! All well presented and served hot on the mains. Well defo come again as the price is not over priced as you normally find at seaside restaurants.

THE ESTUARY REVIEWS

Absolutely loved this place! We were driving past and spotted this little row of eateries and The Estuary drew us in with us modern decor and fab outdoor seating area. All dog friendly too which we needed. The food is amazing! We had scallops and prawns skewers, with loads of sides to choose from, so tasty! Loved the location and the staff were lovely too! Would deffo return if in the area.

I had the seafood paella, which was a very large portion and tasted amazing. One of the nicest ones I have had it was hot flavoursome and well presented. I would definitely recommend this.

A lovely meal, plenty of choice on the menu, good service and certainly a very nice atmosphere. I would really recommend that you give The Estuary a try.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

THE SEAFOOD SHACK Total Inspection Points: 119/120
Complete Info: 9
Acknowledgements: 10
Table Reservations: 10
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of : 10
Extensive Menu: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

OYSTER CREEK KITCHEN Total Inspection Points: 118/120
Reviews Accuracy of : 9
Extensive Menu: 9
Acknowledgements: 10
Table Reservations: 10
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

THE ESTUARY Total Inspection Points: 116/120
Complete Info: 9
Current Evaluation: 9
Pricing: 9
Reviews Accuracy of : 9
Acknowledgements: 10
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Extensive Menu: 10
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