http://www.essexrestaurants.com/ 372-969 http://www.essexrestaurants.com/chelmsford-venues/chelmsford-restaurants/the-seabrights-barn-carvery-grill-chelmsford.html THIS IS MINE AND MY BOYFRIENDS FAVOURITE PLACE TO EAT, RECOMMEND TO EVERYONE!! ]]> Fri, 17 Sep 2010 08:02:29 +0100 372-848 http://www.essexrestaurants.com/chelmsford-venues/chelmsford-restaurants/the-seabrights-barn-carvery-grill-chelmsford.html Massive portions, nice hot food, love the layout and old barn feel. We'll be coming again. ]]> Fri, 14 May 2010 11:32:41 +0100 372-737 http://www.essexrestaurants.com/chelmsford-venues/chelmsford-restaurants/the-seabrights-barn-carvery-grill-chelmsford.html We went to this restaurant for my sister's birthday as she had been there before and found it quite good. Unfortunately, on this occasion we didn't have the same experience. There were fifteen in our party altogether - eight adults and seven children, two of which were under 1.
The two highchairs had not been cleaned properly and had mouldy food in them - a real health hazard for little ones who put everything straight in their mouths.
Once we'd ordered drinks and starters the food took an extremely long time to come, with only half of our starters actually arriving. Once we'd asked a passing waitress the second half of our party did eventually receive their starters although it took about another quarter of an hour to get them.
We had to wait ages after that for the plates to be cleared before we could go to the carvery. There was a choice of three meats - beef, turkey and gammon. The meat was good but the selection of vegetables was a little disappointing. The stuffing balls were pale as anything and rather chalky.
Our second round of drinks again took a very long time to come and in the end we had to remind the waiter and he had clearly forgotten about them.
Some of us had desserts which were reasonably ok and we ordered coffees too, although they brought more coffees than we'd ordered.
It's a good job we checked the bill properly because they had charged us for two extra meals and had told us that they were not going to charge us for the coffees and kids desserts as we'd had such bad service and yet these were still on the bill too. Once they'd adjusted it the bill dropped by £40 so it made quite a difference.
The toilets were clean but rather in need of redecoration. I struggled somewhat to turn on the taps - they were push taps but obviously rather old and stiff.
All in all, a rather disappointing experience. It could be so much better with a bit of proper management. As far as price goes, it's good value for money, just don't go unless you're prepared to give it a good 2 1/2 hours and to have to keep asking for things. ]]> Sat, 30 Jan 2010 17:39:42 +0000 372-537 http://www.essexrestaurants.com/chelmsford-venues/chelmsford-restaurants/the-seabrights-barn-carvery-grill-chelmsford.html Attended Sat. 27.6.09 (approx 6pm) for Carvery Meal.

Few tables occupied.Ordered drinks OK. Visited Carvery area.....First impressions not favourable. The whole layout looked unappetising... Particularly the vegetables. Had turkey and beef plus range of veg.

The food was generally poor... The turkey very dry the beef chewy. The roast potatoes hard and lacking colour. The greens etc bland.

Overall very disappointing. Both my wife and I left much food on the plates.

Plates were cleared without comment and the bill of approx. £24.00 was settled. At no time did anyone ask if we had enjoyed the meal!!!

This was our second visit to this restaurant...Alas it will be our last. ]]> Sat, 27 Jun 2009 20:40:35 +0100 372-444 http://www.essexrestaurants.com/chelmsford-venues/chelmsford-restaurants/the-seabrights-barn-carvery-grill-chelmsford.html Booked table for Mothers day, telephoned two days before to change numbers and was told by the manager John Reader that we had cancelled the table. assured him we hadn't as if correct why would we now be changing numbers? Man was rude and arrogant and insisted that he had taken cancellation and we were liers. Could not believe this conversation was taking place with somebody whom called themself a manager. All tables were now gone so hardluck. Amazing that in this credit crunch companies can talk like this to customers. The conversation was terminated by the manager hanging up, very proffessional company!? ]]> Fri, 20 Mar 2009 21:40:10 +0000 372-354 http://www.essexrestaurants.com/chelmsford-venues/chelmsford-restaurants/the-seabrights-barn-carvery-grill-chelmsford.html When we first arrived our table was not ready we had to wait in the bar for about 15 miniutes, we had booked an early table as we had young children with us. The food was very good.There was a good seletion of meats, potatoes and vegetables, however the toffee icream came in a glass which we later realised actually came in a plastic pot like screwballs you buy from the supermarket , the service was a little unorganised, one of the waiters really knew what they were doing they had to come back in after taking our orders as the waiter didnt know what one of the meals was. they also made an error between my party and another on our drinks orders so they all ended up on one bill. Also my mum had brought a cake for my 21st, when she first arrived she handed to a waiter and asked them to bring it out at the end of the meal, they didnt which i was disgusted at as my mum had brought it and they couldnt be bothered to bring it out. i was not appoligised to. if the waiters had of been on the ball then it wouldnt have happened. i felt quite upset as it was a cake for my 21st and they ruined it. The service really let it down. At least the food was pleasent. ]]> Mon, 10 Nov 2008 19:12:50 +0000 372-241 http://www.essexrestaurants.com/chelmsford-venues/chelmsford-restaurants/the-seabrights-barn-carvery-grill-chelmsford.html If you're looking for a good honest carvery, Seabrights Barn is for you. It was a refreshing change not to feel like we'd over paid like we often do feel in Chelmsford these days. The service is very good, the food is fresh and plentiful. Because the carvery is available every day (and not just wheeled out on Sundays like it is in some pubs) they've got it down to a fine art.

When we visited the place was full of respectful families, all appeared to be enjoying themselves. We had the carvery but there is plenty to choose from on the menu. ]]> Mon, 26 May 2008 22:53:30 +0100 372-226 http://www.essexrestaurants.com/chelmsford-venues/chelmsford-restaurants/the-seabrights-barn-carvery-grill-chelmsford.html We visit Seabrights quite regularly and have always received great service and great food. Roast potatoes not fantastic but meat and veg all good quality. Service ok, but for that sort of place you don't expect silver service!
Would definutely recomend!! ]]> Wed, 14 May 2008 12:30:40 +0100 372-209 http://www.essexrestaurants.com/chelmsford-venues/chelmsford-restaurants/the-seabrights-barn-carvery-grill-chelmsford.html We visited Seabrights Barn recently for a family birthday. The restauant was tastefully decorated there was a great atmosphere. We all opted for the carvey and filled our plates with yorkshire puddings, plenty of meat, potatoes, mash and vegetables. The only dissapointment was the state of the sauce trays. Our waitress was very helpful, checking when we wanted our birthday cake and offering plates, napkins and a knife and we enjoyed a great family night out.
Adivce-book in advance especially for weekends to avoid disappointment as it was fully booked. ]]> Thu, 01 May 2008 21:24:08 +0100 372-191 http://www.essexrestaurants.com/chelmsford-venues/chelmsford-restaurants/the-seabrights-barn-carvery-grill-chelmsford.html Poor service from this establishment and not a hint of an apology. We booked for a 21st birthday at 7.30pm. Served lukewarm soup by waitress with a poor attitude. We waited for the chef to make himself present at the carvery. He appeared to be doing us a favour. Once our party had been served, they cleared all the food away and put out the lights. At around 8pm? The waitress kept interrupting our conversations asking to take away glasses. No chance of going up for second helpings. Roast potatoes were deep fried. Salmon overcooked. We didn't bother with desert as they clearly wanted to close. Felt unwelcome. Wrote to the manager to express our displeasure as we didn't want to make it an issue on such an occasion. The response - we will take your comments into account. There are plenty of choices in Chelmsford. Avoid this one. You'll be welcome and get better value for money anywhere else. ]]> Mon, 21 Apr 2008 22:18:47 +0100