Best Paella in Colchester

4 restaurant menus in United Kingdom, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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Five Bells
Five Bells
98/100 (928 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
Bar
Pub
British
Gluten Free Options
British
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
After-hours
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Beer N Nuts
Roast Beef
Chocolate Brownie
Birthday Sorbet
Paella
Roasted Tomato and Red Pepper Soup
Kale Salad
Beef
Roast Beef
Steak Frites
Lamb
Fish Sandwich
Pesto
Pasta
Kale Salad
Fish
Salad
Sunday roast
Fish & chips
Pork
Steak Frites
Brownie
Chips
Puddings
Amber Ale
Scampi
Cake
Sharing Platter
corona
Fish & Chips
Sausage
Buttermilk Chicken Burger
prosecco
Haddock
Sandwiches
Tartar Sauce
Cider
Fish Sandwich
Burger
Sausage and Mashed Potatoes with Gravy
Prawns
Roast Dinner
Squid Rings
Onion Rings
Apple and Berry Crumble
Sit down
British
Bar
Pub
Accepts Credit Cards
Dog Friendly
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Takeout
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Drinks
Dinner
After-hours
Lunch
Mid-range
"Just stopped in here for a Sunday roast as I always see posts from this place. Took a drive over and had the best beef roast... certainly helped with..."
Tom Murphy
"We visited yesterday with very specific requirements, the staff were kind polite and incredibly helpful couldn't not have asked for a better service..."
Charlene Wood
"We enjoyed a lovely Christmas meal at the Five Bells on Saturday night. The food was fantastic and the customer service was excellent. We would..."
Claire Porcher
"Absolutely lovely place. Helpful / polite staff. Lovely atmosphere / great food. We will be back..."
Vikki Hampshire
"Lovely pub in a beautiful location. lovely friendly, helpful staff. Great food � highly..."
Anne-marie Kehoe-Wilson
"I booked a table for my Mums birthday Tuesday of this week,have been before as they do provide a good selection of gluten free foods which my Dad..."
Aimee McKay
"Christmas Meal on Fri 23rd Dec with friends was fantastic - great service, food and even a disco! Highly recommend. Real value for..."
Mandy Adams
"Lovely afternoon, peace and quiet in the beer garden with a really nice lunch and glass of wine. Friendly bar staff and nice..."
Sian-Nicole Adams
"Fantastic christmas dinner on a very snowy monday lunch great service in a very cosy pub. I could eat it all..."
Tracey Dawn Leslie
"Me and my girls just had the best Sunday lunch it was huge ! The staff and the food were great definitely coming..."
Cherry Mckean
"Great country pub with great food but most of all great service staff..."
Tommy Keen
"If it wasnt for the fact that a friend was taken here, and in turn took me, i doubt the 'Five Bells' is somewhere i would have found on my own. In..."
chrisnorden78
"After getting passed the front door, and the 'you're not from round these parts arrrrre uuuuuuuuu?' types who were stood at the bar, I had a really..."
laurenuu
"Saved my day, after cycling a hundred mlies with fifty still to go,we hadn't spotted anywhere to stop for what seemed like hours then we came across..."
Wayne Owen
"It was my first time Five Bells. My friends were hosting the quiz there that evening. We were greeted with a smile and were immediately taken to our..."
Heather Moore
"Took the family for a meal on our first night of glamping. As a party with 5 children, we know it can get quite loud. Wait staff were brilliant,..."
Benita Volney
"Lovely country pub, dog friendly. Clean and spacious interior with a nice mix of traditional and trendy decor. Food was excellent and great value,..."
Gary Gee
"Lovely gem of a place! Friendly service, nice atmosphere and really nice home cooked food. Especially enjoyed the chicken..."
Chris Daglish
"We went on a night they had a quiz on, so it was a little noisy. Whilst we didn’t officially take part in the quiz, it added a bit of fun to the..."
Murdo McLellan
"Really like this place, it's recently changed owners and the new ones have come up revised menu and better prices. Right now it's a bit quiet but I..."
gez taylor
"Haven’t been since before Covid, was pleasantly surprised! Food was standard pub menu but very well executed! Service outstanding, will definitely..."
Jeannie C
"Nice pub with good atmosphere! Food was good and value for money 💵 drinks were a bit more expensive than normal 😕 Pool table was good fun and..."
kcj7890
"Hands down one of the best country pubs I've been to in a long, long time. Friendly Staff & Great Food would highly recommend a..."
Dan Taylor
"The best pub I've been to in years Quality food,great prices. Good selection of beers and the service was top..."
ross luke
"A beautiful pub set over rolling countryside we were made very welcome by the friendly staff. We came for roast dinner and were very happy. The..."
edd herring
"Lovely country pub. The manager and team were very attentive. Lovely and clean, good range of drinks and the food was amazing. Read some reviews on..."
Chris Moyles
El Guaca Mexican Grill
El Guaca Mexican Grill
86/100 (8236 ratings)
Restaurants
South American
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Mexican
Mexican
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Salsa
Nachos
Lemon Cannoli
Chicken Wings
Burrito Special
Salad
Peri Peri Prawns
Paella
Wings
Mexican Rice V
Seafood Paella
Chili
Prawns and Grilled Pineapple
Meat Paella
Beergarita
Pork
Tapas
Nachos
Taco
Tacos
Chicken Wings
Daiquiri
Ribs
Seafood Paella
Enchiladas
Prawns
Meat Paella
Quesadilla
Beer
Taco
Burger
sundae
corona
Burrito
Hot Sauce
Fajitas
Sit down
South American
Mexican
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Mid-range
"My boyfriend and i love this place! It's our favourite place to go for a date, both fancy and casual. The food is so tasty! I don't like Mexican food..."
Rhiannon White
"My favourite restaurant in Colchester. Food is always on point, staff are always friendly and the selection of cocktails make the perfect..."
Hollie Pearson
"I took my wife and children for a meal for my wife’s birthday. Service was spot on, food was great (especially the chicken quesadilla) and my..."
Luke Redpath
"Great food great service highly recommend will be going back without a..."
Stewart Dryburgh
"Me and the bestie went for lunch here about two weeks ago, and the food was amazing! Probably the best food I’ve ever had in a restaurant and the..."
Sophie A. L. Stratton
"This is my second visit to the restaurant and it’s been lovely both times. The staff are lovely and the food is amazing!! The Piña Coladas are..."
Helen Hodkinson
"Highly recommend this fab restaurant. Been several times now with the family and always made to feel so welcome. Delicious Mexican food! Just..."
Sharon Lawrence
"Another good meal. All the dishes tried have been good. Recommend the Rose and White sangria, goes well with the Mexican..."
Deborah Polley
"Wonderful family friendly Mexican food. Hats, puzzles and crayons for the kids. Well priced and amazing flavours. Much loved by the small and tall..."
Chris Smith
"Excellent food and fantastic service. Never disappointed with a meal here! Facebook deals worth checking out..."
Ruth Gailey
"Great food and relaxed atmosphere. The staff are lovely and very attentive. This was my second visit and I can't fault the place, even my daughter..."
Melissa Saupe-Potter
"Magdalena definitely needs a promotion and the staff were lovely, food was top notch roxy was very helpful high 5s all..."
Sam Claydon
"We had our 20th wedding anniversary last night and the food and service was amazing! We had the Pork Pibil Enchiladas and they were amazing and the..."
Tania Stone
"Friendly hostess. Quick service with a great selection of cocktails. The portions were really good sized and very tasty. Will definitely be visiting..."
Wiebo Grobler
"Great place to eat. Vast menu for both food and drinks. Big selection of vegan options too. Mexican artwork and sombreros to wear if you ask (which..."
Lion 1708
"Great place to eat, my better half said she felt like she was on holiday! The food is reasonably priced and kids eat free Saturday and Sunday! Also..."
Daniel Brunning
"I really like this placs food was flavoursome..staff was friendly. It as a nice feel in the restaurant i thoroughly enjoyed it and will be..."
anthony shores
"Good quality Mexican food. Service was excellent. Place was buzzing and busy but they accommodated us. Had veg Nachos as starters , Veg rice as mains..."
Jayant Dattani
"My partner and I celebrated our anniversary with a meal here. The service was great and the food was amazing. I would highly recommend the churros..."
Peter Warner
"We stopped for breakfast, they serve a buffet for under £10 each, as much as you want, food and drink. The quality was very high for a buffet,..."
David Clewley
"The restaurant was busy so I decided to have a takeaway and eat it in my hotel room. I thought the food was excellently flavoured although the hake..."
Mark Salt
"Good food, good prices. Kids have a free 3 course meal on a Saturday and Sunday if 2 items are ordered from the main menu. Food was well balanced..."
Diana Matthews
"Excellent! Very good Mexican food. But recommend to eat in when all is still..."
Vương Chu
"Amazing, love Mexican and this was the best I have had. Will definitely be going..."
Hannah
"Very kids friendly. Attentive staff. Nice food and tasty. However 4 stars as there was no mexican..."
Valencia Property Investment- Juliette Valencia
"We had a lovely time eating out here. The staff was friendly and the food tasted great. Loads of gluten free choice too even for kids. There..."
annie woodley
"Im mexican and although is not cook by mexican chef the food is 85% authentic so is a great way to remember home and have a piece of..."
Gabriel Rivero
"six stars after 2nd visit Stunning beef enchilada asked for it slightly spicy due to man flu absolutely amazing best ever Mexican .service was..."
marcus bailey
"Fantastic food! Beautiful fresh..."
Louise Dworschak
"A very lovely place indeed! The building and the inside look very nice, clean and very appealing with a awesome Mexican vibe! The staff are..."
シTaco
"Great food, recommend the..."
Dona Shine
Las Naranjas. Sanguinas
Las Naranjas. Sanguinas
84/100 (59 ratings)
Restaurants
Seafood
Healthy
Mediterranean
Spanish
Catalan
Vegetarian Friendly
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Drinks
Paella
Tapas
Bar
Healthy
Seafood
Mediterranean
Catalan
Spanish
Full Bar
Digital Payments
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Mastercard
Family style
Reservations
Visa
Non-smoking restaurants
Seating
Dog Friendly
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Outdoor Seating
Accepts Mastercard
Serves Alcohol
Accepts Visa
Street Parking
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Drinks
Dinner
Mid-range
Bar & The Boardroom Restaurant
Bar & The Boardroom Restaurant
83/100 (634 ratings)
Restaurants
British
European
British
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Lunch
Soup
Salad
Risotto
Tuna
Tapas
Paella
Cakes
Lamb
Fish
Burger
Cake
Sit down
British
Wheelchair Accessible
Mastercard
Visa
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Private Dining
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Mid-range
"Lovely food, very nice staff, and a lot of gluten-free options. We thoroughly enjoyed the lemonade (pink raspberry, sherbet lemon, and peach). Shame..."
Jana O'Loughlin
"Come here with my partner for cocktails Sunday and the service was amazing, the young lady who served us was brilliant, very polite friendly and very..."
masetodabase
"We absolutely love this place. Food is delicious, service is great. The staff are attentive and very friendly. The best bit is the relaxed atmosphere..."
Jo Lucking
"Decent eating establishment in the centre of Colchester. Nice decor and arrangement, decent windows looking out on to the street and comfortable..."
Duncan Cooper
"The restaurant served a quick and delicious brunch. Staff were accommodating and..."
Riley Tang
"We were walking in town centre and discovered this new place, so we decided to stop for a brunch. The place is quite big and I do like how it looks,..."
Gioia Mastrofini
"Cosy atmosphere, good enough food, pet friendly; vegan friendly but mostly I must thank to the girl serving us on Saturday she makes an amazing..."
Julia Hope
"The restaurant was clean and had an upscale feel to it. Waited a little bit too long to be seated. There was a, "Wait here to be seated" sign. Then..."
Kharaun “Ntangbl” Campbell
"Buttermilk fried chicken highly recommended as tender and tasty with broccoli. Dirty burger brisket excellent quality with gherkin salad jam. Drinks..."
Edward Hyde
"Lovely place to have breakfast and a coffee,not too busy. Staff were great and helpful. Quick and easy on QR service. Great atmosphere. Dogs are..."
Elaina Marsh
"Really nice place with a brilliant menu and fun, eclectic decor. Had the tapas and it was delicious. Great for drinks but also families and dogs..."
Katy Unwin
"Highly recommend this lovely place. The smell enticed us in, and i cant fault anything. Only small gripe i like ENGLISH mustard. And being gluten..."
Richard Surman
"Love this place! Amazing food, great atmosphere and lovely staff! They also have a quiz and it’s wonderful! So much fun highly recommended..."
Tilly Somervell
"Nice atmosphere for lunch,service quick and efficient. Food was good, i had tapas 3 different dishes could of been warmer and the squid wasn't that..."
becci fabri
"Best meal out I've had this year. Incredible atmosphere. Brilliant staff. Creative and delicious food. Can't wait to go back. I had the rainbow..."
Gareth Cowling
"Amazing chilled vibe and the best full English I have ever had . A bit pricey but you definitely got your money worth . Lovely friendly staff..."
Crispholic Natnat JB
"Loved it! First time visiting. Great food, good atmosphere and excellent service. Will visit again when next in..."
Jo Hyde