Old Leigh · Leigh-on-Sea
An Anglo-Italian kitchen on the waterfront. Fresh seafood landed locally, hand-crafted pizzas, hearty pasta and a proper Sunday roast — all in a real hidden gem on the High Street.
Delicious Dishes
San Marzano tomato, fior di latte and basil, blistered in our stone oven.
Beer-battered cod, hand-cut chips, mushy peas and house tartare.
Slow-roasted beef, duck-fat potatoes, seasonal veg and a giant Yorkshire.
Welcome to our restaurant
Tucked away on Leigh-on-Sea's historic High Street, Food Shack pairs rustic Italian cooking with the best of the British coast. Everything is made fresh — dough proved in-house, pasta rolled daily and seafood chosen each morning.
Whether it's a relaxed dinner, a pizza by the estuary or a long Sunday lunch, you'll find the same warm welcome that earns us five stars from locals and visitors alike.
Reserve Your Table
A real hidden gem — honestly the best food in Old Leigh. Fantastic seafood, friendly service and a lovely atmosphere by the water.
Stay Updated
Join us every Friday for acoustic sets paired with a special seafood sharing board.
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Bookings now open for our slow-roasted Sunday lunch — they go fast, so reserve early.
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52 High Street
Leigh-on-Sea
Essex, SS9 2EB