The Maldon Smokehouse

We had been recommended to eat here by friends and tried it out before a larger lunch gathering. Don’t be put off by the access an unadapted road. Get there early if you want to park otherwise park at the large Tesco and walk...around. Starter of salt and pepper squid was super. Really fresh, perfectly cooked. Time before main arriving was in my mind too long. Main courses overpriced for what they are though the sharing platter looked amazing and good value in comparison. Scallops and prawns in a broth were over cooked and probably something to do with being on the pass too long. Smoked duck was tasty but a bag of leaves with a few olives does not make a salad and no bread to accompany it wa...

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First off if you want a table overlooking the river, on a fine day but you need to arrive early, you can only book a table if you are a large group 8 or more. Its best to walk from the town centre or Tesco...and work up an appetite. Four of us each had a Seafood Overboard a selection of seafood on a wooden plater served with a variety of bread which we all agreed was delicious. The desserts were great and good to share after the main course feast. One big bonus is taking your own wine what you might have spent on an expensive wine at restaurant prices you can spend instead on the food! Although we live in Maldon this was our first visit for a meal, we are planning our next visit!First off if...

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We visited this place today. It came highly recommended. Sadly, if you aren’t a local you will be ignored and treated like a nuisance by wait staff. We seated ourselves as we were told to do and three tables of locals, who arrived after we...did, were served. We waited half an hour before our waitress bothered to come over and take our order. The food isn’t good enough to make up for the staff. I’m well aware that coming from London we expect better but the service was dire. Added to that, the very limited menu wasn’t explained to us. Also, parking is a massive problem so I would say swerve this joint.

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Me and my partner had a lovely brunch on Sunday, the weather was beautiful and allowed us to eat on the terrace. The views on the river were enjoyable while eating. The seafood platter was perfect for 2 people, with excellent side orders. The service...was quick and the waitress attentive, helfpul and very friendly. You can’t book a table, so make sure you arrive early to avoid disappointment. I would definitely recommend this little gem and will be returning on my next trip to Maldon.

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visited the smokehouse today and managed to get a table despite the fact that it was crazy busy! the personal was wonderful, very welcoming and helpful and despite the whole house attentive and eating was his usual excellent standard. we always have a great time when we come here and today there was no exception. thanks to all in the smokehouse!

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