Absolutely fabulous food. Really tasty. Lovely ambience with live music, just in the background, not too loud. But holy moly, the service can only be described as 'chaotic'. Nobody knows what anyone else is doing.... we had to ask to order drinks as the waitress that sat us down was elsewhere serving food. We were left for ages before we spoke to someone. Food came out without dips, which then took an age to arrive as the waiter was off elsewhere after I spoke to him. Nobody asked us if we wanted deserts before presenting us with the bill. But someone then did ask.... after everything was cleared away and we had paid the final bill!!! Would definitely go back, as the food is amazing. But the service definitely needs looking into (from an organisational point of view)

Our first time dining at Prowse and we will most definitely be back! We booked in advance as we were attending an early show at the Cliffs Pavillion round the corner. Food was great and plentiful. We had some complimentary breads and dips. I had the halloumi fries to start and my husband had the courgette frittes, both were great. I then had the chicken shish and my husband had the mixed shish. Both meals were delicious and very filling! Food was piping hot throughout and the service was very prompt considering it was a busy Saturday evening and all staff members were polite. We also liked the whole ambience and vibe of the restaurant too and throughly enjoyed the live piano player/singer too - he was great!. Thanks again for a lovely evening Prowse!

Pre theatre meal. All good, tables a bit close but all restaurants in area are short for space.

The food was lovely but the service wasn’t great. When the cold meze was brought out (just left on the table no introduction), after a while I had to ask for the bread. Then half way through eating our starter they brought out a side dish saying nothing and walked off. He then came back and said can I take the starter bits away - we said no as you can see we’re still eating! This was within about 10 mins. We asked him to take the side dish away. Then within 30 seconds another waiter asked if he could take away our starter as our main was ready and we said no as we were still eating! At the end we wasn’t asked if we wanted dessert, waited 10 minutes - which we didn’t - but had to call a waiter to ask for a coffee. We appreciated that it had only just reopened but to serve a coffee in a takeaway cup when it absolutely could have been served in a glass or ceramic cup was really poor, given the prices! As I say the food was lovely, the decor nice, but the overall service experience needs looking at, if you want people to return. We were served by 4 different people at once - which may explain the feeling of it being a tad unorganised. No real personal touch or warmth. I eat at Bogaz in Rayleigh a lot, the food and experience is always 5 star, prices are about the same. I highly recommend the owners visiting there to see how it’s done!

All staff were very friendly and accommodating. Food was beautiful.

This was our first visit and we were not disappointed. The food was lovely and the staff were very friendly and efficient. Good value prices too.

Returned to Prowse for pre theatre dinner. Beautiful restaurant, fabulous food and staff very friendly. Had desserts recommended by owner, who is lovely, absolutely divine! Will come back again and again….

Lovely food, really busy but service was amazing. We will definitely return

We was in a rush as we had theatre and they was so amazing at getting our food out in good time and it was lovely food would definitely be coming back staff was brilliant so friendly

First time visiting and we will be back. It was extremely busy. Tables wouldn't leave after the first sitting, food was longer than expected but there were apologies all round. Food was very tasty and good portions. Customer service was excellent.

Fantastic venue, great food and beer, highly recommend and excellent service.

Lovely food, warm, friendly service and great atmosphere, thanks 😊

Lovely food and staff thank you see you again soon

Food was great, cocktails great, staff friendly, good value. Very little space between tables & waited a while to be served Despite these things will definitely recommend and will be returning

lovely food, very helpful and attentive staff.thoroughly enjoyed it. thanks

Great food, good service, lovely staff, a great evening, recommend

Lovely food, lovely service - not intrusive but attentive. To be recommended

We had a lovely meal last night and our host was amazing

Lovely, fresh & well prepared food. Nice & warm & welcoming on a freezing night. An all round lovely meal. Coffee machine wasn’t working but they still made me a nice coffee :)

It was a last-minute booking and they accommodated us with no problems.

1st class food & service as always. Love this restaurant. ❤️

Amazing food and huge portions slog with great service Great view

Very good food. Service was good. Lovely place and nice staff.

Food was lovely however I feel like we got absolutely stung with drinks £10 for a vodka and cranberry juice and £6 for a koppaburg is ridiculous. Also being offered sauce with our steak and not being told it was extra is a bit cheeky as well.

Excellent quaity food,loads of it. Great service great atmosphere. Memerable evening.

Exceptional service Very busy but service was first class and food exceptional

All was fine, except of a few details: lack of milk and just one waiter for all the tables

Food was excellent but on arrival the waitress apologised for the location of our table. I appreciate maximising on space but you can’t put a table surrounded by people waiting to be seated and adjacent to a live musician. Apparently he was told to keep the volume down when we arrived, which is not great for him or for the rest of the diners, just don’t put a table there. We didn’t stay long and won’t be going back.

Love it here, love the food and the ambiance and setting. Best Turkish along all of this part of Essex for sure. Such a vibe.

We were in a hurry and the waiter was courteous and brought the food quickly. We had the lunchtime meal deal which was very good value.

Beautiful 3 courses for £35 !! Sea bass to die for highly recommend and staff so helpful- me and my gf are very fussy and this restaurant ticks all the boxes

Great food. Excellent value for money. Super customer service. Thanks for a great start to Christmas.

Very festive restaurant, attentive staff and amazing food. Perfect pre theatre dining for the wife and I!

Wonderful lunch and atmosphere. Great service and banter from Enis.

Food, staff, atmosphere all amazing. Will be coming back for sure

We went pre theatre matinee & the experience was wonderful. Staff so friendly & helpful. Food amazing.

Not as busy as we would have liked, so atmosphere not quite there for Christmas. 18/12/25 No crackers etc on tables. other than that had a lovely time. Good portion size

Lovely friendly restaurant and the food was delicious staff were excellent.

Warm and friendly staff. Food was amazing 👍definately recommend 👍

Had a lovely evening food was very good and plenty of it and the service was excellent, will definitely be visiting again.

We were welcomed by the bartender. Our table for two was in the middle of the restaurant and as the evening progressed it became increasingly apparent that the space between tables was insufficient. We had staff "brushing" by us constantly to serve other tables. Our server seemed a bit serious and indifferent initially, however as the evening went on and the restaurant became busier he seemed to "cheer up". Unfortunately when my meal arrived it had been cooked/covered in butter, not something I have known with that particular dish at other eateries before. As I have an intolerance to butter I questioned this. Initially the server denied this but after I persisted he checked with the chef and certainly it had been coated in butter. After a short discussion about the situation it was agreed that the plate of food would be changed. In the meantime my friend ate their food and then after about 15 minutes I received a fresh plate. It wasn't the best experience I've ever had, but certainly not the worst either. The restaurant was full by the time we left, so must be popular, but it's not somewhere I would return to.

Atmosphere, staff and food was all amazing. Would throughly recommend

Great food good atmosphere such a great experience would recommend

Amazing food, attentive and friendly staff. Will be back soon

Attentive, quick service. Food and drink was excellent. Friendly staff.

Short notice booking for the theatre. Staff were very efficient and attentive.

Lovely restaurant was there in January also. Food amazing and customer service was great. Definitely visit again

Very good service and the food was delish with good size portions

Fantastic Food and great service. Would definitely recommend this restaurant!

The Food and staff were lovely. It felt little overcrowded.