Phone: +441708853695
Address: The Green, RM15 6SD, Thurrock, United Kingdom
City: Thurrock
Dishes: 5
Reviews: 818
Website: http://theroyaloaks.co.uk/sockendon
"Where do I start? We booked a table for 8 people for a birthday and we were the only people in the restaurant. I ordered the ‘super roast’ and I actually laughed when it arrived. I genuinely thought it was a joke... meat that was stone cold and water thin, 3 tiny dry potatoes, a miniature Yorkshire, 1 piece of broccoli and 1 piece of dry cauliflower. The meat was terrible, the only way I can describe it is it looked like sliced sandwich meat from a packet that had been warmed up in an oven (just to dry it out) in an attempt to make it look like roasted meat. We immediately complained and the waitress took them back. She came back 5 mins later with the same plate and one extra potato! The meat had clearly been microwaved as well. She said she was sorry and that she’ll take one of the roasts off the bill. We were hungry and reluctantly ate them. It was a very poor meal and we’d agreed we’d never go back. When the bill came up it hadn’t been reduced and when we questioned the waitress she said the owner said NO don’t take it off. I was livid and asked to speak to her so the waitress went off. She came back 5 mins later and simply said ok, we’ll take one roast off... no apology or anything. Terrible food, terrible service, way over priced, never ever going back. Would strongly recommend you don’t put yourself through for what we did!!!!"
Menu - 5 options
All prices are estimates.
Empanadas
Savory pastries filled with spiced meat or vegetables, wrapped in a crisp, golden crust.
Cauliflower
Crispy cauliflower florets with tangy lemon aioli and a sprinkle of fresh herbs.
Fish & Chips
Crispy golden fried fish fillet served with classic French fries, a side of tangy tartar sauce, and a lemon wedge.
Roger
Great pub great atmosphere and of course lovely beer
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francis
Attended a remembrance meal. Catering was very good.
Angela
Went to a funeral wake at this pub found it a bit expensive but food was good and fresh staff very pleasant.
wendy
More upmarket than the usual pub grub. Food takes longer but is cooked as you order. Delicious and would go again
David
Lovely old timber-framed building. My pint of Old Speckled Hen was excellent. Prices reasonable and service very friendly. Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5
Zoe
This pub is fantastic! The staff is so friendly and even made sure my dog had water. The bar staff was welcoming and the pub was well-maintained. The restrooms were also great.
Jack
New owners, new atmosphere about the place, and considering its at the end of my Road.. I'll now happily go there. Plans for food in the very near future, all ladies kno how to pull a pint, dog friendly and kid friendly too, smash a Sunday roast and couldn't ask from my local... Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5
Robert
Spent a pleasant few hours in a quaint old pub which would have been in the middle of nowhere when it was built maybe 300 years ago ? When things were built by eye ! It’s a grade 2 listed building and I’m informed the room I’ve pictured would have housed cattle initially and in later years a room for horses to recover after a day pulling a coach . They had a singer this Saturday doing rat pack songs which was a welcome accompaniment. The staff were lovely and the drinks were a good price . Thanks to all at the Royal Oak for a lovely evening .
P4859DXjohns
This used to be such a lovely pub. It's the only pretty building left in the village in a prime location on the village green. Unfortunately since its reopened it is full of young rowdy youngsters in the beer garden openly dealing drugs. If you sit out the front you can spend all night watching drug deals going on all night on the green. The staff all look miserable which is hardly surprising how badly its run. The pub used to be full of regulars but nobody seems to go there anymore. The closing times are different from the website and it seems the landlady can't wait to get rid of everyone by 10pm at the weekend.
Joe
Where do I start? We booked a table for 8 people for a birthday and we were the only people in the restaurant. I ordered the ‘super roast’ and I actually laughed when it arrived. I genuinely thought it was a joke... meat that was stone cold and water thin, 3 tiny dry potatoes, a miniature Yorkshire, 1 piece of broccoli and 1 piece of dry cauliflower. The meat was terrible, the only way I can describe it is it looked like sliced sandwich meat from a packet that had been warmed up in an oven (just to dry it out) in an attempt to make it look like roasted meat. We immediately complained and the waitress took them back. She came back 5 mins later with the same plate and one extra potato! The mea...
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Pubs "Discover a cozy atmosphere with hearty meals, craft beers, and classic pub fare. Enjoy comfort food favorites like fish and chips, burgers, and wings, paired with a refreshing pint or creative cocktail."
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Full Savor a delightful array of authentic flavors with our carefully curated menu. Indulge in a variety of dishes, crafted to perfection, offering something for every palate.
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