CELEBRATE SOUTHEND WITH 10 DAYS OF DELCIOUS DEALS!
With over £700 in prizes up for grabs, get ready for a delicious adventure in the heart of Southend this autumn!
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Thanks to the generous support of Southend Theatres, this exciting new festival is set to be a showstopper. Taking place from Friday 24th October - Sunday 2nd November, explore exclusive offers from Southend's vibrant food and drink scene including meal deals, festival specials, discounts, freebies, promotions, and more.
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With 18 amazing venues taking part and 26 tempting deals available, there's something to satisfy every craving. Whether you're grabbing a quick bite, catching up over dinner, or enjoying a tantalising cocktail - this is the perfect time to discover your new favourite spot.
#SouthendFDF
HOW TO TAKE PART
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Visit a festival venue to pick up a postcard and trail map.
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Enjoy three festival offers and collect three stickers on your postcard.
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Submit a picture of your completed postcard to Hello@SouthendBID.com by Monday 3rd November 2025 for your chance to win one of our amazing prizes.
Winners will be selected at random and notified by
Tuesday 11th November 2025.
You can browse the offers below, or on the trail map
which can be collected in our venues.
Note: entry closes at midnight on 3rd November 2025. Winners will be chosen at random and allocated a prize. Prizes are not exchangeable, have no cash value, and must be used within the time set by the business. To claim your prize, Southend City BID will need to share your contact details with the business providing the prize and submitting into the draw confirms your agreement to this. Southend City BID will only use any contact details and images submitted for the purposes of the prize draw.
OFFERS
Black &
Red Bistro
Grill
Black and Red Turkish Bistro Grill,
located on Southend High Street,
offers the finest Turkish cuisine
in Southend-on-Sea, serving
authentic grilled dishes, rich
flavours, and warm hospitality in a
stylish, welcoming setting.
OFFER:
2 for £15 Cocktails
2 for 1 hot drinks
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All offers subject to time and day restrictions.
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Boom Battle Bar
Are you ready to FEEL THE
BOOM? Get set for the time of
your life, the Battleground has
arrived! Battle it out with a mate
or a date over a fab cocktail with
their selection of games
Including Augmented Reality Axe
Throwing and Darts, Beer Pong,
Shuffleboard & much more!
OFFER:
Round of golf for £5 per person - £1 discount.​
Caddies
Putt, Play, Drink - at Caddies!
Home to CRAZIER Mini Golf, the
AMAZEBALLS Ball Pit, Bumper
Cars, Crazy Cocktails, Comedy
Club, and so much more! A
perfect day out with family or a
night out with mates (or a date).
OFFER:
£5 Slush Cocktails!
Grab one of their Alcoholic Slush Cocktails for just £5 each, from their
exclusive festival cocktail menu.
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Cliffs Pavilion
Experience the best of live entertainment at the Cliffs Pavilion Southend, from West End musicals and top comedians to rock concerts and pantomimes. Eat, drink, and enjoy the shows!
OFFER:
25% off in their cafe bar from 10am - 4pm. Excludes alcohol, includes hot or soft drinks ordered with food.
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Esquires
Their mission is to serve
delicious, ethically and
sustainably sourced coffee, while
fostering a sense of community
and responsibility towards their
customers and the planet. They
strive to be a place where people
can connect, enjoy quality food
and drinks, and support a
business that values social and
environmental responsibility.
OFFER:
Any Ciabatta/Toastie/Melt with
any drink and any crisps for £9.
Free Ice Cream single scoop for
kids when order placed above
£10.
Free Croissant with any regular
coffee before 10.30am
weekdays.
Indirock
The hippest cafe in town, with an
array of barista coffee, hot and cold drinks, fresh smoothies and delicious cakes and snacks. Anyone is welcome, whether you're climbing at Indirock or not.
Come by and get your photo taken in front of their vibrant mural!
OFFER:
Grab a cake and hot drink for £5.
Get 2 for 1 on all their cans of
beer, wine and cocktails!
Kokoro
KOKORO means “heart”, “soul”,
and “spirit”. Offering Japanese
and Korean cuisine, Kokoro put
their heart, soul and spirit in the food
they make for their customers, with
freshly prepared sushi and hot
food on site.
OFFER:
Only £10 for one chicken main
dish and two pieces of side
(excludes Katsu Bun).
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Park Inn
by Radisson
Palace
Their hotel offers a comfortable
stay and guests can unwind at
their on-site bar and enjoy
delicious meals at their
restaurant. Whether travelling for
business or leisure, we provide a
relaxing atmosphere and
convenient access to local
attractions for a memorable
experience.
OFFER:
Free kids main with the purchase
of an adult meal.
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Popworld
A late-night bar with a difference
–cheese with style! You’ll be
greeted by friendly bar staff who
make a great range of fun party
cocktails to make your night
POPTASTIC! Party the night
away with like-minded fun-loving
people whilst listening to all the
cheesy pop tunes you want to
hear!
OFFER:
Free Entry All Night with festival
postcard!
2 for 1 Cocktails before 11pm
Every Night!
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Salsa Tapas & Grill
Salsa Tapas & Grill is all about
bringing people together over
delicious, flavourful food. Their
menu features a wide range of
dishes, each crafted with fresh
ingredients, a unique combination
of Spanish and Portuguese
flavours, and much more.
OFFER:
10% off your total bill when you
mention code FESTIVAL!
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Switch
A fully independent, family run
cocktail and coffee games lounge;
Switch are known for their laid
back, friendly and interactive
service. Serving their famous
NY Style pizza and ultimate
chicken wings alongside creative
house cocktails and expertly made
classics.
OFFER:
Pizza Pocket & Cocktail for £11.
Signature dough, transformed
into handheld pizza perfection!
Served with a house cocktail
exclusive to the festival.
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The Alex
Family Friendly/Dog Friendly, all
inclusive community pub, which
offers live sport and
entertainment.
Try one of two new signature
dishes: cajun chicken and rice
or the Hungary Hussar Burger.
OFFER:
10% off your bill between 5pm-
9pm.
Two new signature dishes - cajun chicken and rice, and the Hungary Hussar Burger.
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The Royal Hotel
Built in 1791, this listed building,
was a popular haunt of Royalty
and Aristocracy, frequented by
leading society figures during the
early 1800's.
The Royal Hotel is now a family
operated venue spanning three
floors; the ground floor Bar &
Lounge, the grand Ballroom, and
Legbas private basement bar.
OFFER:
Two Course Set Menu for £20
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Utopia Coffee Lounge
A cosy, quirky, independent
coffee shop in the heart of
Southend serving great coffee,
home made cakes and fresh
sandwiches. They are filled with
retro games, childhood
memories, and comfy chairs.
OFFER:
Coffee & a Toasted Teacake for
£5 before 11am.
Offer includes a medium Latte,
Cappuccino, Americano or Tea.
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Wagamama
Inspired by fast-paced, Japanese
ramen bars and offering a
celebration of Asian food, this is
the perfect place to celebrate big
days and simply enjoy an
evening with friends, great food,
and buzz around. Discover bold
flavours at your go-to pan-asian
restaurant for ramen, rice bowls,
plant-based dishes and more!
OFFER:
​£12 lunch menu available from 12pm-3pm.
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Kids set menu for £7.80.
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Wilma's
Voted Essex’s Best Food and Drink
Producer 2025, Wilma’s is a
speciality cake & coffee shop run
by foodies and caffeine fiends.
They brew award-winning coffee,
and in house bakers bake and
make everything from scratch
daily: cakes, cookies, and treats
that taste every bit as good as
they look.
OFFER:
Bring a Friend Deal – Two speciality coffees for £6 before 11am
(excludes extras like syrups/alt milks)
Sweet Duo Upgrade – Add a Brownie, Blondie or Cupcake for £2 with any coffee or Belgian Hot Chocolate (available 11am–close).
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EVENTS
24th
October
The Alex
Karaoke from 8pm-1am at The Alex
8PM - 1AM
Caddies
Caddo'ween Halloween - a week of spooktacular at Caddies
8PM - 1AM
Black and Red Bistro Grill
Live music from 7pm
7PM ONWARDS
Popworld
Halloween warm up
8PM - 4AM
Popworld
Halloween warm up
8PM - 4AM
25th
October
The Alex
Emo night and cocktail bar at The Alex
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8PM - 1AM
Caddies
Caddo'ween Halloween - a week of spooktacular at Caddies
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​Matt Price: Raging Bill comedy show at Caddies
8PM - 1AM
8PM - 1AM
Southend Seafront
Southend Halloween Parade
Free Seafront Fireworks
6.30PM
7.30PM
Black and Red Bistro Grill
Live music from 7pm
7PM ONWARDS
Park Inn Hotel
Halloween Disco
7PM - 11PM
26th
October
Caddies
Caddo'ween Halloween - a week of spooktacular at Caddies
8PM - 1AM
Popworld
Little Ravers Monster Mash
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Freedom Kids Halloween Party
(for children with a disability/different ability)
2PM - 5PM
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5PM - 7PM
27th
October
Caddies
Caddo'ween Halloween - a week of spooktacular at Caddies
8PM - 1AM
28th
October
Caddies
Caddo'ween Halloween - a week of spooktacular at Caddies
8PM - 1AM
Popworld
Halloween Quid's In
10PM - 3AM
29th
October
Caddies
Caddo'ween Halloween - a week of spooktacular at Caddies
8PM - 1AM
Popworld
Freedom Halloween Party
(club night for over 18s with a disability / different ability)
6.30PM - 9PM
Wing Wednesday (40p per wing)
The Alex
30th
October
Caddies
Caddo'ween Halloween - a week of spooktacular at Caddies
8PM - 1AM
Popworld
Halloween Karaoke
9PM - 3AM
31st
October
Caddies
Caddo'ween Halloween - a week of spooktacular at Caddies
8PM - 1AM
Switch
K-Pop Demon Hunter & Anime Halloween Celebration at Switch
8PM - 1AM
Black and Red Bistro Grill
Live music from 7pm
7PM ONWARDS
Popworld
No Caller ID Halloween Event
9PM - 4AM
1st
November
Caddies
Caddo'ween Halloween - a week of spooktacular at Caddies
8PM - 1AM
The Alex
Live Band
8PM - 1AM
Switch
K-Pop Demon Hunter & Anime Halloween Celebration
8PM - 1AM
Black and Red Bistro Grill
Live music from 7pm
7PM ONWARDS
Popworld
Halloween Day Party 80s vs 90s
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Halloween with Dani Harmer
3PM - 8PM
8PM - 4AM
2nd
November
Caddies
Caddo'ween Halloween - a week of spooktacular at Caddies
8PM - 1AM
PRIZES
Seen the tempting offers and now want to know what the cherry on top could be? Our Southend Food and Drink Festival venues have put up some over £700 in great prizes to be won, check them out!
Ask Italian
Meal for Two Voucher
worth
£50.00
Boom Battle Bar
Brunch Table for Four
worth
£120.00
Caddies
Crazy Golf & Drinks for 4
worth
£60.00
Cliffs Pavilion
A Celtic Christmas Lunch for 4
worth
160.00
Indirock
VIP Climb for 2 & hot drink and cakes
worth
£47.00
Molo Lounge
Meal for Two
worth
£57.00
Popworld
VIP Booth for 6 & Drinks
worth
£80.00
Salsa
Meal Voucher
worth
£40.00
Switch
Gaming & Pizza Pocket
worth
£22.45
The Royal Hotel
Afternoon Tea for 2
worth
£50.00
Utopia
Food & Drink Voucher
worth
£15.00
Wagamama
Meal for Two
worth
£60.00
Wilma's
Brownie & Blondie Box
worth
£23.00
Winners will be chosen at random and allocated a prize. Prizes are not exchangeable, have no cash value, and must be used within the time set by the business. To claim your prize, Southend City BID will need to share your contact details with the business providing the prize and submitting into the draw confirms your agreement to this. Southend City BID will only use any contact details and images submitted for the purposes of the prize draw.
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