Michelin restaurant essex, leigh-on-sea
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Food Restaurant

Leigh-on-Sea

At Food Leigh on sea under the guidance of Chef patron Liam Lingwood and Co-owner Jemma Cooper.
We are committed to a more thoughtful and responsible approach to gastronomy.
Our focus is on ethical sourcing, transparency, and seasonality, ensuring that every dish has a minimal impact on the environment.

We prioritize working with small-scale UK-based producers who practice organic and regenerative farming. Building strong relationships with these suppliers is fundamental to our philosophy and allows us to uphold our commitment to sustainability.

Our menu reflects this ethos by embracing seasonal ingredients, ethical foraging, and waste-conscious cooking methods, including whole-animal butchery and preservation techniques.

Through these practices, we hope to redefine fine dining—where sustainability, creativity, and a deep respect for nature come together seamlessly.

Plant based dining

Gluten free, dairy free, vegan and plant based menu always available

  • A glass of white wine on a wooden table with dishes including a bowl of chopped vegetables with sauce and sprinkle of chives, and other dishes partially visible.

    EVENINGS

    Wednesday - Saturday evenings
    Tasting menu with wine matching available from 6pm-late - £75pp
    Wine matching £40pp

  • Elegant table setting with two glasses of champagne, a clear water bottle, and plates of gourmet food on a rustic wooden table indoors.

    SATURDAY LUNCH

    Our Lunch tasting menu is a lighter version of our evening menu.
    Available lunch time on Saturday 12-3pm - £38

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    SUNDAYS

    Three course Seasonal Roast dinner, served between 12-5pm, £50pp with the option of adding free flowing bubbles - £32 (free flow wine & cava)

gift vouchers

Our vouchers are available to purchase online and send directly to your friend or family member.