
Prowse
Quick info
About Prowse
On Shorefield Rd in Westcliff On Sea, Prowse is a family owned Mediterranean restaurant with views over the estuary. The kitchen runs on BBQ grills, seafood and platters, with cocktails served alongside, and the lamb shank portion has been noted large enough to take home. Off menu requests and food intolerances are accommodated on request. The room suits couples, families and celebrations, and dogs are welcome at the tables. Diners have also had a complimentary shot or dessert added to their visit.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree street parking · Paid parking lot · Paid street parking
- AccessibilityWheelchair: restroom, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs · Kids' menu
- DietaryVegetarian options
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention lamb shank, mixed shesh, rare steak and scenic views.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention lamb shank, mixed shesh, rare steak and scenic views.
Customer Review Summary
Diners repeatedly point to the lamb shank as a standout, with one reviewer noting the portion was so massive they had to take it home, and the Mixed Shesh also draws praise, with the lamb described as falling apart and full of flavour. The rare steak gets singled out by another reviewer as exceptional. Several mention generous portion sizes and estuary views adding to the meal. Staff are repeatedly described as welcoming and attentive, with multiple reviewers recalling being checked on throughout their visit. A few note unprompted gestures from the kitchen and floor: one group received a free shot after a table mix-up, another was given a free dessert at the end of their meal, and one diner had ingredients substituted to accommodate a request. No recurring complaints appear across the reviews. Several reviewers say they plan to return.
Customer Review Summary
Diners repeatedly point to the lamb shank as a standout, with one reviewer noting the portion was so massive they had to take it home, and the Mixed Shesh also draws praise, with the lamb described as falling apart and full of flavour. The rare steak gets singled out by another reviewer as exceptional. Several mention generous portion sizes and estuary views adding to the meal. Staff are repeatedly described as welcoming and attentive, with multiple reviewers recalling being checked on throughout their visit. A few note unprompted gestures from the kitchen and floor: one group received a free shot after a table mix-up, another was given a free dessert at the end of their meal, and one diner had ingredients substituted to accommodate a request. No recurring complaints appear across the reviews. Several reviewers say they plan to return.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“Lovely place with a beautiful view! Staff is welcoming and warm. I really liked that chef could accommodate my request for ingredient substitution and the way he cooked it was amazing. I loved everything about this place, but the food was unapologetically amazing 😮💨🔥 Perfectly cooked and full of flavour- by that I don’t mean any seasoning was added, and that’s what made food taste good, no! It was pure take of genuine food 😍 in love”
- Google user
“Absolutely fantastic experience at Prowse! The food was fresh, full of flavour, and beautifully presented. The staff were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and attentive, making us feel looked after from start to finish. The atmosphere was warm and relaxed, with lovely views that made the meal even more enjoyable. Great portion sizes, excellent service, and amazing value for money. I would highly recommend Prowse to anyone visiting Southend and will definitely be returning!”
- Google user
“An amazing dining experience. Food was incredible and absolutely bursting with flavour! Waiting staff were amazing too. Will most definitely be coming back!”
- Google user
“The steak was absolutely angelic. I have not had a rare steak that good in a VERY long time, I recommend this place extremely highly. The service was so polite and friendly, they genuinely seemed happy to be there which you often don’t find in restaurants nowadays. Very refreshing.”
- Google user
“Such a brilliant restaurant, I would highly recommend it! We visited on a Tuesday evening and were served by the lovely Caitlin! Even though she was the only member of staff at that time, service was exceptionally fast and the food was incredible. Caitlin made us feel so welcome and was very knowledgeable about the menu, and the whole experience was such a nice end to our day.”
Highlights
“A family owned Mediterranean restaurant specialising in BBQ grills, Seafood, Platters and Cocktails. Amazing views over the Estuary. We also cater to any food intolerances and happy to cook off menu. Great for couples, families and celebrations.”
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Live music
- Popular for lunch
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Free street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Dogs allowed
- Dine-in
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- Family-friendly
- Vegetarian options
- Bar onsite
- Cozy
- Curbside pickup
- Beer
- Offerings· 8
- Alcohol
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Small plates
- Wine
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Accessibility· 1
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Parking· 3
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
- Dining options· 6
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Atmosphere· 3
- Casual
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Family-friendly· 3
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
- Pet-friendly· 1
- Dogs allowed inside
- Highlights· 5
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Live music
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Crowd· 4
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
- Planning· 2
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
Location
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