Best Sunday Lunch Restaurants in Waltham Abbey

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Cuisine

ItalianSeafoodFrenchIndianJapaneseBritish

Regions

East LondonEppingHarlowHertfordHertsmereLoughton

Neighborhoods

AbridgeBounds Green/Wood GreenBrookmans ParkCrouch EndEast DulwichEast Finchley

Top Rated

CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Award-winning

MICHELIN

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

40 restaurants available nearby

A photo of The Terrace at Sópers restaurant

1. The Terrace at Sópers

4.2

Awesome(71)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Potters Bar

Booked 6 times today

Situated in the heart of Cuffley, The Terrace brasserie & Bar offers a blend of familiar luxury and understated sophistication. Our all-day British dining restaurant boasts a modern, light, and spacious interior. Whether you prefer the inviting ambiance of our main dining area or the refreshing outdoor atmosphere of our terrace, we provide a welcoming space for you to indulge in seasonal favourites.Our menu is a celebration of gourmet British flavours, meticulously crafted with attention to detail. Join us on Sundays for our renowned roast dinners, where we also offer delectable sharing boards for a communal dining experience.We are open to everyone of all ages. However, we ask that no under 18s are in The Terrace after 7:30pm on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. We take card payments only.Please note ID is required to enter the restaurant on Friday evenings. We offer live music on Fridays from 7pm - We hope you enjoy!

A photo of Tom, Dick & Harry's restaurant

2. Tom, Dick & Harry's

4.1

Excellent(5)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Loughton

Booked 9 times today

The brainchild of Lee Newton, owner of Loughton-based award-winning media and events business, Media 10, Tom, Dick & Harry’s brings something fresh and exciting to Essex.Open every day from midday for brunch and lunch through to drinks and dinner in the evening, Tom, Dick and Harry’s offers a destination dining experience in the heart of Loughton. As well as the main dining room, there is a lounge area complete with baby grand piano, counter dining at the bar and two al fresco terraces. Small plates, Sunday roasts, extensive wine list, Michelin guide food, classic cocktails… all within a short walk to Epping Forest.

3. The Standard

3.6

Very Good(123)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Loughton

Booked 1 time today

The Standard is a Gastro Bar located in Essex. Our unique Roof Garden offers scenic alfresco dinning options not to be rivalled locally! Our industrialesq chic gastro bar offers a relaxed and welcoming loft inspired atmosphere, where we specialise in serving only the Freshest Produce throughout our extensive Lunch & Dinner Menu late into the evening for the night owls, and a classic Sunday Roast weekly from noon until late. Known for our bespoke cocktail menu, created alongside the elite mixologists at Moet & Hennessy, as well as a specially curated Wine Lists from the Masters Sommeliers at Enotria & Coe, we offer a fresh and luxurious twist on the classics in addition to your signature cocktails.Praised for his experience and accolade winning past, Executive Chef Billy Cronin has previously held positions at The Lanesborough Hotel, The London Coliseum, Theatre Royal, Honourable Artillery Company as well as Executive Chef at The Tate Modern.

4. Haywards

4.8

Exceptional(975)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Modern European • Epping

Now offering a bespoke catering and events service, including private dining, special in house events & dinners, exclusive hire, outside catering or 'ready to serve' meals. Please email info@haywardsevents.co.uk or visit www.haywardsevents.co.uk for further information.Haywards is located on the outskirts of the beautiful Epping Forest and historical Epping town centre. A sophisticated and elegant environment, the building is a converted skittle alley and still retains many original features. Haywards is owned and run by husband-and-wife team Amanda and Jahdre Hayward, and their experience and passion for offering high quality and exciting dishes is evident throughout your visit. Staff are well trained and offer exceptional customer service and the interesting and exciting dishes created in the kitchen consistently receive high praise. Although not open as a restaurant any longer, Haywards was awarded 3AA Rosettes in 2019 in addition to a number of accolades prior to this.

5. The New Boar

4.5

Awesome(837)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Romford

Booked 3 times today

Though for our private dining or events reservations please contact the restaurant direct on 01992 812110. A minimum a main course must be ordered by each guest. Experience the tasty food of The Blue Boar, with its well-balanced modern menu prepared for you by our Brigade, accompanied by friendly service from the front of house team. The mouth-watering food and extensive choice exceeds expectations and is sure to please all. It will undoubtedly be an eatery you will visit frequently and due to its popularity, and value for money, it enjoys a buzzing and warm hearted vibe.

A photo of Leo's Restaurant & Bar restaurant

6. Leo's Restaurant & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(178)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Regional Italian (Sardinia) • Homerton

Booked 8 times today

We are an Italian cafe, bar & restaurant on Chatsworth Road, Clapton. We are open for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and a special Set Sunday Lunch every week. Bookings can be made for Dinner & Sunday Lunch only. We do not take bookings for Breakfast or Lunch so feel free to walk in.Walk-ins for dinner are always welcome in the bar but reservations are necessary for the dining room.

7. Reesa London

4.9

Exceptional(66)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Pan-Asian • Woodford

Booked 1 time today

Reesa Fusion Pan Asian 's mission is to transport you to the vibrant corners of Asia through a diverse blend of cuisines, flavours, textures, & cultures. Pan Asian Fusion Restaurant new to South Woodford. Now taking bookings.

8. Funky Monk

4.2

Awesome(171)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• British • Epping

Booked 6 times today

Welcome to the Funky Monk, nestled in the heart of Epping, where the spirit of classic hospitality runs deep in our veins. Our passion lies in curating delectable seasonal British fare using time-honoured culinary methods. We proudly present an extensive array of distinctive boutique and traditional wines that continually spark conversations and intrigue among our guests.Join us for a delightful evening with your friends or that special someone. On Fridays and Saturdays, we amp up the excitement with live entertainment in our restaurant, creating the perfect atmosphere for you to groove, though we kindly request you keep your dancing feet off the tables!For an even more enchanting experience, consider reserving one of our Suites, allowing you to savour the magic just a bit longer. The Funky Monk is where cherished memories are made, so come and dine with us soon!

9. Ember

4.7

Exceptional(42)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• European • Hertford

Booked 7 times today

Nestled inside the iconic 42 Fore Street, this dimly lit restaurant provides a unique venue combining the rustic charm of ember-cooked cuisine with the vibrant energy of a vintage listening bar.

10. Primeur

4.7

Exceptional(1132)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Stoke Newington

Booked 16 times today

Primeur is 10 years old in 2024 and one of the 34 Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurants that can be found in London. We cook very simple food with a great attention to sourcing from sustainable and regenerative producers. Our wine cellar also reflects our focus on soil health and offers a wide selection of natural wines, from the classical to the more left-field grapes.You can find our menu posted daily on Instagram @primeur_restaurant

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From verified diners like you

D
Donna
Essex •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 1, 2025
This was our 3rd visit since Christmas. We are not locals, it takes us 45 minutes to get there but it is 100% worth it. The staff are great, they are attentive but not over the top, your wine glass is never empty. We first took our Grandchildren for lunch just before Christmas, they live in Abridge so a great discovery for us, we then took friends in January and family in February, everyone has really enjoyed the experience and will all go back. The food has always been amazing. This is a gem of a place.
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The New BoarPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Romford
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4.5
AM
AnneMVIP
London •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 30, 2025
Wow what can I say. Lovely decor, fabulous food and the best service in Hertfordshire. Highly recommended.
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The Terrace at SópersPrice: Moderate• British• Potters Bar
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4.2
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Liz
London •2 reviews
4.0
Dined on Jan 28, 2025
Went for the set lunch great value and service as ever
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Tom, Dick & Harry'sPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Loughton
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4.1
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Jana
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 14, 2024
Had a lovely night thank you. The quiz was so much fun and even got to dance.
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The StandardPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Loughton
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3.6
JD
JaneD
Essex •5 reviews
4.0
Dined on Sep 2, 2023
We had an enjoyable lunch at the 'spirits tasting ' event, the starter was particularly good. We were given a voucher as a gift and had not previously dined at Haywards. We enjoyed the fixed lunch menu and the presentation from Adam representing Essex Spirits. However, we would have preferred a wine tasting experience as we rarely drink spirits.
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HaywardsPrice: Very Expensive• Modern European• Epping
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4.8

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