San Fairie Ann

Lovely meal, setting & friendly staff. Would definitely return in the future.

Excellent food and service good price lovely decor inside .

It’s like entering another works and a lovely peaceful escape time. Loved the decor, a very one off place. Friendly and welcoming and Sunday lunch was so tasty, never found one I like more than home cooking but this one hit the spot. Will definately tetirn and try other selections.

We went straight to the main course which was substantial in quantity 8/10. Taste was good although seasoning was not there 7/10. Presentation was good although the plate was full 7/10. Service was good, friendly, polite. 7/10. Pianist was a nice touch, (covered radio head). 7/10. Surroundings/ambiance, comfort good 8/10.

Lovely hosts, good drinks and nice food. We will be back. Thank you.

Lovely atmosphere. Amazing food. Good service. All in all a great night out.

Terrible experience, waited over an hour for mains, we ran out of time for dessert after just over 2 hours and only having mains, still charged for 2 courses and they tried to charge for additional drinks that we never ordered or had. The main course was meant to come with cauliflower cheese, this was not provided and it wasn’t till we asked that they said they had run out. No alternative was offered. We had 2 dishes the same, 1 come with a Yorkshire and 1 didn’t??? It’s a shame as the food is good, but the service and standards really let this place down

Unfortunately everything seemed a bit unorganised and when enquiring about the children’s meals the waiting staff weren’t able to answer our questions and had to go off and check and this happened about 5 or 6 times. We waited a long time for our starters and the portions weren’t consistent as some people that had the same meal had much larger dishes. When our main meals arrived the portions seemed tiny and some of it was cold. The adults roast dinner wasn’t much bigger than the child’s roast dinner. We asked where the other dishes were that were included in the meal as stated on the menu and the waiting staff returned to tell us that they had run out. I then asked to change the dish as what was missing was what my son wanted to eat. Initially they offered me broccoli as a replacement but when they could see I was dissatisfied they said that they could make my son some pasta. Again desserts arrived and were different sized portions and on numerous occasions we had food brought to our table that wasn’t ours as the waiting staff didn’t seem to know what was going on. We received menus that were clearly their mother’s day menus from the previous week stating mums could return for a free lunch with their bill. I had arranged the meal for my mums birthday and it was expensive for what we received. My husband said the toilets were dirty and where we were seated there were cobwebs everywhere. I appreciate the restaurant is quirky but I won’t be returning to San Fairie Ann which is a shame as I have visited previously for afternoon tea and have always been really pleased up until now.

We’ve been coming here for years, including a Christmas Day lunch covering 4 generations of family. So despite the board outside stating Sunday dinner was available until 7pm, at 3pm (with a booked table), we were told they’d “sold out” of cauliflower cheese, even though the menu stated it was part of the Sunday roast. Then, the dinner turned up borderline cold, with just 2 reheated old potatoes and minimal gravy! On the plus side, the last time we went there (around 4pm on a Sunday), we were actually told the reason for the strange gravy was our fault for going late! To be (kind of) fair, having downed the cutlery, for a few minutes before managing to attract someone’s attention, the plates were taken away and replaced with food that was hotter. Still, given choices of places to go on a Sunday, and despite this being within a few minutes walk, I’d be very, very reluctant to give this place yet another chance. Really sad to have to say this. But I can honestly say that we’ve had both our best ever Sunday roast out, and our worst, at San Fairie Ann.

Absolutely splendid food in a very eclectic and relaxed setting

Great atmosphere, lovely afternoon tea and entirely different to other venues

Always lovely food wonderful staff beautiful surroundings ❤️ We had an Amazing evening xx

Lovely, quirky venue, helpful staff, great food and drink 😀

One of my favourite restaurants, it never lets me down. Delicious food, great cocktails and fab atmosphere. It was a very busy night on Saturday but as we had an early booking it was to much of an issue, the service was good and the team so friendly and professional. See you soon

The food was great and the service and atmosphere was very good

A party of 8, my wedding celebration. The food was wonderful, certainly a hidden treasure.

Since revamping the cafe I feel they have lost a lot of the intimate quirkiness that we enjoyed. However, the surroundings are still pleasant enough. The food was dished in an attractive manner. There was an odd flavoured piece of fruit that I couldn't determine, on my chocolate torte. (It tasted rather like perfumed soap), The waitress was attentive and polite. We have previously visited for coffee, and always fancied trying a meal. Sadly were weren't as blown away as we expected to be.

Lovely quirky laid back restaurant. Perfect for a girls lunch 😍

Cool place , food and cocktails excellent, great experience definitely go again !!

LOVE THIS PLACE ! THE VIBE IS RELAXED AND FOOD IS AMAZING

Fabulous atmosphere and beautiful premises, kind attentive staff and pleasant food xxx

Lovely atmosphere, lovely staff and the food was fantastic. We will definitely be returning.

Food and ambience great. Although I waited 25 mins for dessert, and there didn't seem to be enough staff for such a busy night. We love this restaurant.

Lovely afternoon tea experience. Quirky decor and surroundings.. Beautifully presented. Good value for money. Highly recommend and will definitely be returning to San Fairie Ann.

The restaurant decor is fabulous and the food is outstanding! The bar service was lovely and the drinks were equally as nice. Would 100% recommend.

I always enjoy this restaurant.. what can you say ...if you don't visit this quirky friendly place ..you will miss out on the best restaurant in essex ..and being a foodie probably the best in the UK..

Wow such a nice place - Lovely food . really comfy and relaxed environment with friendly staff. I will definitely be going back soon. Had a great time

Had a wonderful meal here! Food was delicious, decor of the restaurant was fascinating and the staff were warm and friendly. Highly recommend for a special meal or a relaxed sit down with friends.

Fantastic! Quirky chic interior and atmosphere, great service and attitude from staff. SUPERB food!

Lovely meal, I had the pork which was amazing, server was friendly, just slightly slow service waited a while to order food and took time getting it, but didn't spoil my evening.

We were down in their diary as having lunch however this was very quickly rectified and my friend and I had our lovely sparkling afternoon tea for her birthday treat. Staff very attentive and gave us a goody bag as we could not eat it all. Thanks

Fantastic place to eat and drink. Have never been disappointed with the quality of food and service. You really do get treated as though you're very special when you dine at San Fairie Ann. I have celebrated my 40th and 50th birthdays in the beautiful basement room and when my 60th comes along, I plan to return. The quirky, chic and stylish interior is a wonderful setting for dinner for just two, or with a group. Amazing food at a really good price makes San Fairie Ann the best restaurant in Southend in my opinion.

Great food, great staff, great atmosphere. Quirky décor. Live music on Friday and Saturday nights. A good place to spend an un-hurried time enjoying a delicious meal.

Lovely quirky restaurant with entertainment on a friday and saturday night. Only slight error was the young waitress arguing with us when we reminded her the condiments hadn't arrived. She said she hadn't heard us then argued that we wouldn't want all of them! Just admit you didn't hear - thought the customer was always right! Apart from that small slur the food was fantastic as usual. I have never seen this waitress before so guess she's new.

Very good value and the food was excellent, lovely guitar music. Decor was bizarre, staff friendly but probably not enough of them as service slow once it got busy. But I would definitely go there again.

The menu choice was varied and other than a small issue with the service the food was really lovely, we will come back again very soon

A great atmosphere, attentive and friendly staff, with good service and a varied menu made our return visit a real pleasure. We shall return again.

I loved the eclectic décor very unique. The food was just as pleasing. The staff were friendly and helpful. Will definitely be going there again.

Took my mum for afternoon tea for her birthday. Lovely place with friendly staff and a lovely atmosphere. Would definitely recommend coming here to anyone

First time we have been here. Friendly greetings and lovely food. We had the lobster cocktail then crispy pork belly absolutely beautiful finished off with a passion fruit cheesecake all very good. Fantastic selection of drinks . Good service good atmosphere great food I recommend trying here.