Seafood.
A proper pub.
An independent seafood pub and restaurant in Brightlingsea, with views across the Colne Estuary.
EVERY TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY · LUNCH & DINNER
Surf, Turf & Frites
Flat-iron steak, crevettes or mussels in white wine sauce. Choose your favourite, pair steak with seafood, or enjoy all three — served with fries and salad garnish.
Garlic mushrooms £4 · Onion rings £3.50
Creamy Peppercorn or French Herb Butter Sauce £3 each
CHRISTMAS 2026 & NEW YEAR 2027
Christmas Hours
Join us over the festive season. Our Christmas menu is available from December: two courses £35 or three courses £42. For Christmas menu enquiries, call 01206 304571.
| Date | Bar | Kitchen |
|---|---|---|
| Mon 21–Thu 24 Dec | 12–10pm | 12–9pm |
| Fri 25 Dec · Christmas Day | Closed | Closed |
| Sat 26–Sun 27 Dec | 12–7pm | 12–4:30pm |
| Mon 28 Dec | Closed | Closed |
| Tue 29–Wed 30 Dec | 12–10pm | 12–9pm |
| Thu 31 Dec · New Year’s Eve | Closed | Closed |
| Fri 1–Sun 3 Jan | 12–7pm | 12–4:30pm |
| Mon 4–Thu 14 Jan | Closed | Closed |
| Fri 15–Sat 16 Jan | 12–10pm | 12–9pm |
| Sun 17 Jan | 12–7pm | 12–4:30pm |
AT THE TABLE
Seafood at
our heart.
Oysters on ice, generous seafood platters and dishes shaped by what’s good at market.
OUT IN THE GARDEN
A table
with a view.
Take it outside. Our garden looks across the Colne Estuary—room to settle in, enjoy lunch and stay a little longer.
A ROSEBUD FAVOURITE
Freshly shucked.
Simply served.
Oysters on ice, with lemon and shallot vinegar. A few to start, or a dozen to share.
IN THE CONSERVATORY
Settle in.
Enjoy the view.
Relaxed dining in our conservatory, with views across the garden and Colne Estuary.
THE ROSEBUD
A proper pub.
A warm welcome.
Grab a stool.
Real ales, a well-stocked bar and walls full of Rosebud character. Come for a drink, stay for a meal.
Join us for seafood, a drink and a warm welcome in Brightlingsea.