Oyster Creek Kitchen
A charming coastal kitchen serving an impressive array of fresh seafood and offering a delightful holiday vibe.
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Oyster Creek Kitchen
Highlights
Must-see attractions
A charming coastal kitchen serving an impressive array of fresh seafood and offering a delightful holiday vibe.
"An absolutely brilliant service and the food was out of this world!"
Garden Dining Experience
Opt for a table in the garden area on warm evenings for a beautiful ambiance and added spark to your meal.
Staff Recommendations
Don't hesitate to ask friendly staff for recommendations if you're unsure about menu choices.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Seafood
Price
$$$
Phone
+44 1702 343535
Address
6 Western Esplanade, Westcliff-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, Westcliff-on-Sea SS0 8FE, United Kingdom
Website
oystercreek.co/Highlights
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Fresh Seafood by the Creek
Indulge in a wide variety of expertly prepared oysters and other fresh seafood offerings, perfect for any seafood lover.
Cozy Coastal Ambiance
Enjoy a delightful dining experience with a holiday vibe and music, perfect for warm evenings overlooking the estuary.
Decadent Seafood Platters
Savor an impressive seafood platter for two, featuring a generous selection of fresh shellfish and accompaniments.
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Garden Dining Experience
Opt for a table in the garden area on warm evenings for a beautiful ambiance and added spark to your meal.
Staff Recommendations
Don't hesitate to ask friendly staff for recommendations if you're unsure about menu choices.
Embrace the Mess!
Some dishes, like the crab boil, can be messy to eat; embrace it and enjoy the delicious flavors.
Seating by the Water
Sit at an outside table for beautiful views, especially during alfresco dining on warm evenings.
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Garden Dining Experience
Opt for a table in the garden area on warm evenings for a beautiful ambiance and added spark to your meal.
Staff Recommendations
Don't hesitate to ask friendly staff for recommendations if you're unsure about menu choices.
Embrace the Mess!
Some dishes, like the crab boil, can be messy to eat; embrace it and enjoy the delicious flavors.
Seating by the Water
Sit at an outside table for beautiful views, especially during alfresco dining on warm evenings.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Oyster Creek Kitchen is lauded for its fresh, expertly cooked seafood and its vibrant, holiday-like atmosphere by the sea. Diners frequently praise the attentive and friendly service, with staff like Callan and Max receiving special mentions. However, some guests have experienced issues with food quality and timing, citing frozen crab, inedible dishes, and long waits for starters.
"First of all I have to thank our waiter he was fantastic I ordered the crab boil which was amazing but your going to get a little messy eating it he was at the table multiple times bringing me extra serviettes constantly checking without asking he just new to leave them on the table brilliant that for me is what service is all about he was spot on. The food was incredible beautiful crab and lobster ravioli I had to start followed by the crab broil which was spiced spot on just right beautiful and full of shell fish sausage and new potatoes all washed down with a nice chilled glass of wine The dessert was delicious and finished all of with a lovely coffee absolutely fantastic can't wait to get back I just hope it is as was this time."
marc seymour
"Finally got there after passing many times saying well try it.
Real nice place and staff.
Food was amazing.
I had crab 🦀 boil, and I got messy with it 😆. Not sure if there's a non messy way to eat it 🤔 but it was very nice
Cheers 🍻"
Chris Drake
"Total Mother’s Day 5 star experience! We hadn’t booked a table but the very friendly team found us a lovely sunny seaview table and really looked after us.
We ordered the oysters which were fresh and delicious, the crab mac and cheese and the lobster and prawn tacos. Service was excellent and the food first class as well as being great value for money.
Lots of other seafood options on the menu which I really want to go back and try. A bit of a walk from the town centre but definitely worth the walk!"
Gilo
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Frequently Asked Questions
Popular choices include fresh oysters, crab boil, seafood platters, and dishes like Surf and Turf or Seafood Curry.
The restaurant offers a cozy coastal ambiance with a holiday vibe and background music, especially enjoyable on warm evenings.
While many reviews praise the freshness, some diners have reported issues with frozen or poor-quality seafood.
Yes, outdoor seating is available and recommended for enjoying the views and atmosphere, particularly in the garden area.
Service is often described as excellent, attentive, and friendly, though some reviews mention issues with timing and meal correction.
Yes, options like chicken sandwiches are available, catering to a variety of preferences.
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Address: 6 Western Esplanade, Westcliff-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea SS0 8FE. You’re beautifully by the sea in Southend, so why not head for Oyster Creek Kitchen in Westcliff and try its impressive seafood. There’s everything from the classic cod offering to yellowfin tuna and Alaskan king crab.
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