# Essex Skipper, Frinton-on-Sea — Reviews & Opening Hours > Essex Skipper — Pub in Frinton-on-Sea with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.3/5 from 476 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/essex/restaurants/essex-skipper (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Pub 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Essex Skipper Frinton On Sea, Essex [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=76497270516068385&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Essex Skipper](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/107851522570010053567) **In short:** Essex Skipper is a pub in Essex, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 476 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating and dogs welcome. Details checked 7 October 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Essex Skipper Essex Skipper is a pub on Rochford Way in Frinton-on-Sea, near the beach. It has been recently refurbished and welcomes children, groups and dogs. The pub takes bookings and has an outdoor garden area with seaside-themed huts. The menu includes dishes such as steak and ale pie, bangers and mash, Sunday roast and chilli. Visitors have noted generous portions and Sunday lunch deals. The pub holds a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Essex Skipper's own website](https://essexskipperfrinton.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 12:00 – 11:00 PM **Tuesday** 12:00 – 11:00 PM **Wednesday** 12:00 – 11:00 PM **Thursday** 12:00 – 11:00 PM **Friday** 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM **Saturday** 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM **Sunday** 12:00 – 8:00 PM ## What's nearby - Triangle Shopping Centre next door - Iceland Supermarket Frinton On Sea next door - Ladbrokes next door - Frinton Community Association next door - Hamford Primary Academy 300m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google People say this pub serves delicious food with generous portions, including steak and ale pie, bangers and mash, and chili. They also highlight the friendly and helpful staff, dog-friendly atmosphere, and pleasant outdoor space. Some reviews mention the service can be slow. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.3 / 5 (476 reviews) **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Essex Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1835156). [More restaurants in Essex](https://staycation.co.uk/essex/restaurants) ★ 4.3 (476 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £10 – £20 [Visit official website](https://essexskipperfrinton.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01255 441012](tel:01255441012) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Essex **Plus Code** 9F33R6VX+HG ### 🏨 Places to stay near Essex Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DEssex%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/essex/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/essex/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Essex Skipper? Essex Skipper is open Mon–Thu 12pm–11pm; Fri–Sat 12pm–12am; Sun 12pm–8pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Essex Skipper any good? Essex Skipper is rated 4.3 out of 5 from 476 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ### Is Essex Skipper dog-friendly? Yes, dogs are allowed at Essex Skipper. ### Is Essex Skipper good for children? Yes, Essex Skipper is listed as good for children. ### Can you book a table at Essex Skipper? Yes, Essex Skipper takes reservations. ### How do I contact Essex Skipper? 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