The Halfway - Braintree

Had a wonderful Christmas lunch at Lovejoys with my family. The food was delicious and the portions were very generous. The service was outstanding. Thank you f... read more Had a wonderful Christmas lunch at Lovejoys with my family. The food was delicious and the portions were very generous. The service was outstanding. Thank you for a great day.

Amazing food quality, service was great and staff were very attentive and efficient. We didn't feel as though we were waiting for ages and would definitely come... read more Amazing food quality, service was great and staff were very attentive and efficient. We didn't feel as though we were waiting for ages and would definitely come again and would happily and confidently bring close friends and family for a great quality meal.

This cramped venue is basically split into 3 sections making circulation among friends very cumbersome. One serious health and safety issue is the wooden floor... read more This cramped venue is basically split into 3 sections making circulation among friends very cumbersome. One serious health and safety issue is the wooden floor which is raised next to the bar which people tripped over. They had so many untrained bar staff it was almost impossible to get served. I would recommend that if drinking spirits you taste before adding a mixer because I definitely did not get what I ordered. To cap an unenjoyable night the 3 ornate cake stands that we loaned to the host were unfortunately left at the venue and despite phone calls requesting their whereabouts we were eventually told they have been thrown out. This leaves a very bad taste in the month and I would recommend that people give this place a wide berth.

I had an incredible lunch - the flavors were superb and the dishes were cooked perfectly. The service was excellent and I highly recommend this restaurant. I wi... read more I had an incredible lunch - the flavors were superb and the dishes were cooked perfectly. The service was excellent and I highly recommend this restaurant. I will definitely be coming back!

We took family members out for a birthday treat. Very disappointing food was tasty but served barely warm, restaurant was cold and we all came out not feeling p... read more We took family members out for a birthday treat. Very disappointing food was tasty but served barely warm, restaurant was cold and we all came out not feeling particularly full. Overpriced and won’t be returning. Such a shame as we’d looked forward to our Saturday evening out with family