Southend Pier Offshore restaurant is 'welcomed with open arms'

The Offshore restaurant and Lazy Jacks café are now open in the Royal Pavilion on the world famous landmark.

It comes days after Southend was named Pier of the Year by the National Piers Society, a huge accolade for the 1.3-mile landmark.

Becky Wagstaff, 27, bar manager, said: “We’ve got Lazy Jacks which is café based with paninis, bacon butties and all the good stuff for the chilly weather.

“Then we’ve got Offshore which is the bar side of things, with bigger meals and better grub, we’ve got Katsu Curry, cheesy chips and all the good stuff.

“So far so good, we’ve been open about four days now and we’re looking forward to the summer and seeing everyone come down.

“I think everyone’s just happy to see the venue open, I think it’s been a long time coming.

“It’s being welcomed with opened arms, people love the service, food and drink they are getting here.”

Lazy Jacks has a wide selection of light bits including cheesy chips, sandwiches, teas, and coffee.

Next door is Offshore, an 80-seater restaurant offering a vibrant menu from a full English breakfast to pizzas, katsu chicken curry, and a selection of tasty puddings.

In October 2020, Southend Council announced its amibitious plans for the £336,000 project at the end of the pier.

Betty Driver, 69, from Southend, said: “I think both businesses are really nice and it’s good to have it open again and a bit more at the end of the pier.

“I think it looks very nice and the menu is good too. You can’t beat the views from the restaurant.”

Tom Browne, 36, of Westcliff, said: “It’s open in time for the Easter school holidays which is good.

“I am sure it will be very popular and I like what I see. The food and drink is good too.

“I think it’s just what we need at the end of the pier. I could sit there all day especially with the amazing views and the good weather