BRIGHTLINGSEA’S FINEST SEAFOOD RESTAURANT & PUB

LOCATED NEAR COLCHESTER, WIVENHOE, CLACTON & MERSEA


Tucked away on the Village Green and nestled between charming old Fisherman’s Cottages, you’ll find

The Rosebud — The BEST kept secret in Essex!

A traditional pub with timeless charm and a true passion for flavour, The Rosebud is the perfect escape from the everyday.

Our menu celebrates the very best of the sea with a focus on stunning Seafood and fresh Shellfish.

Our range of ever-changing Menu’s ensure there’s something for everyone. Our dishes are beautifully prepared and presented,

full of coastal character.

Take a seat in our airy Beer Garden and soak in the stunning views across the estuary and beyond — a picture-perfect slice of Essex

The Rosebud isn’t just a place to eat — it’s a place to drink, unwind, indulge, and share good times!

✨ Come for the view, stay for the flavour. ✨

The Rosebud is a local, family run Restaurant & Pub that is focused on delivering as fresh, vibrant & diverse menu as possible catering for Seafood lovers, Meat eaters, Vegetarians & Vegans alike, as well as catering for all dietary requirements with a menu that changes frequently.

Rated Number 1 on TripAdvisor in Brightlingsea - A testament to our dedication to providing the best of the best for all of our Guests

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OUR CURRENT OPENING TIMES

MONDAY & TUESDAY - CLOSED

WEDNESDAY TO SATURDAY: MIDDAY - 2.30. 6-10pm
FOOD SERVED: MIDDAY -2.30pm & 6pm - 8.30pm

SUNDAY: MIDDAY - 6pm
FOOD SERVED: 10am - 2.30pm

Our own little piece of Paradise!

The Rosebud is a family run restaurant overlooking Brightlingsea Creek and with views to the open sea beyond. Fresh Fish is delivered daily from the market.

There are fantastic views from the garden where you can sit and enjoy a cold platter of seafood, washed down with one of our ever changing range of Real Ales or a glass of wine from our of specially chosen selection. 

Our large, unobstructed Beer Garden. The Perfect place to meet on the Sunny Days

Our Conservatory is perfect for those private Parties

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Fresh Seafood delivered daily from our dedicated Seafood Suppliers ensures we only serve the freshest Seafood

Our handmade Seafood Burger is just 1 of 5 delicious Burgers on our Menu. Beef, Venison, Chicken & Vegan Burgers are available

Fresh Local Oysters… Say no more!!!

Our Signature Warm Sourdough Bowls are a thing of Beauty! Hollowed and filled with delights like Smoked Haddock Chowder

Our Traditional interior

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Fresh Shellfish is an integral part of our ever-changing Menus providing delicious Starter and Main Course options

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Seasonal Specialities such as Skate & Dressed Cromer Crab appear on our menus when stock levels are at their Best

Our Signature Shellfish Linguine

Our Huffers are the Best! A true Essex Classic filled with delights such as Braised Beef Brisket & Cod Goujons