Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.3 out of 5
Impressive | 570 reviews

What LadyElayn doesn't like about East Essence:
After reading reviews looking at menu, was really looking forward to visiting this restaurant .. I 'm struggling to say anything positive. The service was slow and a couldn 't be bothered attitude was evident. The waitresses spent more time talking with a pal who was dining rather than work. No complimentary prawn crackers served. Main complaint was the meal was not hot, clearly it had been sitting waiting on waitres... View all feedback. What Robert Popa Emil likes about East Essence:
Food excellent, service 1st class. Restaurant been revamped which is very nice but the only thing missing was just a bit of soft background music which would have filled the empty atmosphere. Many thanks, beautiful meal. View all feedback.

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Gastroranking-it
4.8 ★ from 50 reviews
Graham
02.08.2024 - 13:24

Absolutely fantastic restaurant, food was lovely and the service was freindly and quick, 1st rate.

Stephen
02.08.2024 - 13:24

Great takeaway food. Edit: We've been using East Essence for about 2 years and been very impressed by their food and quality. However recently they've stopped t...

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Richy
02.08.2024 - 13:24

4 of us came here and sat in. The food was great. I would go back. We got a main each with some sides. The staff are nice

Libby
02.08.2024 - 13:24

This Chinese takeout place is one of the best I have ever tried.

Debbie
02.08.2024 - 13:24

The food is excellent, the service is great, and the prices are reasonable. I have never encountered any problems.

Visitors to the restaurant have shared mixed feedback, with some expressing disappointment in the service and portions. Complaints about unfriendly staff and small chip portions were balanced by positive comments on the quality of the food and service. The revamp of the restaurant was appreciated, but suggestions were made for ambient background music to improve the atmosphere. Overall, some diners found the experience to be exceptional, with delicious food, friendly staff, and great value for money. However, issues with payment methods may impact returning customers. Despite mixed reviews, the restaurant continues to have loyal patrons praising the cuisine and service.

Menu
4.6 ★ from 15 reviews
Cameron
18.07.2022 - 10:16

Omg after reading some of the negative reviews we have almost not visited this restaurant. but luckily we have a visit and wow. eat awesome, staff amazing, serv...

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Dylan
30.11.2021 - 23:37

Perfect as always, everytime we are in Ardglass we go here for dinner. It is always fab

Zoe
30.11.2021 - 23:37

I always get a very satisfactory meal here many a weekend. And the staff are very good. Good lay out too.

Courtney
30.11.2021 - 23:37

Absolutely delicious, had a chilli beef garlic beef last night , noodles, melted in your mouth, full of flavour. Great service, highly recommended

Sophia
30.11.2021 - 23:37

Small portions and high prices. Food not bad but panda china in downpatrick far better value and flavour.

Facebook
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Google
4.5 ★ from 139 reviews
Restaurantguru
4.5 ★ from 143 reviews
Tripadvisor
4.1 ★ from 14 reviews
Gastroranking-uk
4.3 ★ from 141 reviews
Int Restaurants
4.3 ★ from 276 reviews

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