Smith's of Ongar

First time here for my birthday lunch. I had high expectations and I wasn't disappointed. Nice interior and full but only one half of the restaurant was being used as it was the week after Christmas and New Year. The staff were fantastic, …

We enjoyed our lunch, as always, at Smith's Ongar, and were looked after by Martin,which was a pleasure. We were also impressed with Sammy, so polite and professional. The food was excellent, and that's why we always return - it's THE place for fish. We're already planning our next visit.

It has the appearance and feel of an exclusive restaurant with prices to match. The food was generally good but my pork chop was nothing special and fairly tasteless and a little chewy although the scallops that came with it and the sauce …