Popular Essex restaurant 'famous for fish' named as one of the most romantic in BritainTheir menu stars 'beautiful' dishes, including one 'to die for', making it perfect for the upcoming Valentine's DayView 2 Images Smith's in Ongar (Image: Smith's)An Essex restaurant, which has made a name for itself for seafood, has been crowned one of the UK's most romantic. Smith's of Ongar, on Fyfield Road, has made it onto OpenTable's top 100 romantic restaurants list. ‌The Chipping Ongar restaurant describes itself as serving up "fresh, sustainable seafood that is famed throughout the South East". Their cosy restaurant has a warm, welcoming fire perfect for a toasty night out during the colder months. Our Top 100 Romantic Restaurants list for 2026 helps diners discover their perfect spot, whether it’s an intimate table for two or group dining space.”