Spudulike - Basildon

Lunch, Coffee, Chocolate

Spudulike

3.6 / 5 (27 reviews)

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Discovering a new lunch spot doesn't always go as planned, and this restaurant experience is a mixed bag. While the efficient service caters well to shoppers on the go, some patrons were disappointed by the portion sizes and lack of consistency. The delicious fillings, particularly the prawn and chili options, won praise, but lukewarm drinks and minimal extras detracted from the overall enjoyment. Cleanliness and friendly staff were consistent highlights, yet many felt that improved staffing could enhance the dining experience. Ideal for a quick bite, this spot may not outshine other local options, but it remains a convenient choice for those in a hurry.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: elliemay22

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★ 3.6 / 5 from 27 reviews
trip708026
21.01.2024

A friend and I visited this restaurant a few days ago. We had to wait in line at the counter where there was only one person taking orders and one person in the back preparing the jacket potatoes with various fillings. I chose a chilli filling while my friend opted for a plain jacket potato with butter. Despite asking for extra butter, she was given only three small pats. We also ordered hot drinks, I had coffee and she had hot chocolate since the cold drinks dispenser wasn't working. The drinks were lukewarm. The chilli filling was delicious, though a bit more spice would have been nice. We were surprised to find an additional charge of 10p for the extra butter. Many tables still had dirty dishes on them, but overall, this place is good for a cheap and tasty lunch at reasonable prices if you have time to spare. It could benefit from more staff to reduce wait times for meals.

sheila-h-1
21.01.2024

The service was fast and efficient, perfect for a quick lunch break and a cup of tea before getting back to shopping. The potato was cooked perfectly and the filling was delicious. I would definitely return again.

friartuck4321
21.01.2024

Fast and efficient service,clean and tidy,wehave eaten there on several occasions and have always been pleased.

elliemay22
21.01.2024

My husband and I visited this restaurant for the first time and were not very satisfied with our potato dish. The portion size was small but the price was high. Next time, we will go to the café near Toys R Us. The skin of the potato was extremely hard to cut, I even broke my fork trying to do so. The container they served the potato in was useless, too small and made it difficult to cut properly. The only positive aspects were the cleanliness of the restaurant, the efficient staff, and the tasty prawn filling. Unfortunately, we would not choose to dine here again.

essexgirl68
21.01.2024

Decent place for a quick pit stop while shopping in Eastgate. Various choices with the fillings, plus you can double up if prefer a mix of two. Also do the usual coffees, cold drinks etc. You can either sit inside or take your lunch outside to the public seating area outside the various restaurants.

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The second closest stop is Basildon, located 173 meters away.

The diner is accessible and can therefore also be used with a wheelchair or physiological disabilities.

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