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The Starr Inn, Dunmow, Essex

The Starr Inn

4.4 (31)
£26 to £40
British
Market Pl, Dunmow, Essex CM6 1AX

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
The Starr Inn is back in Dunmow, with a full refurbishment, a range of delicious new menus and the fantastic service it's renowned for.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, English
  • Hours of operation
    Sun 5:30 pm–8:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–5:30 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Martin Baker
  • Private party facilities
    At The Starr Inn in Great Dunmow, we understand the significance of special occasions. Private dining area with comfy sofas, is the perfect setting for both formal and more relaxed events. Whether you're marking a milestone or just gathering with loved ones, we provide the backdrop for memories that last a lifetime. Contact us for more information.
  • Neighborhood
    Great Dunmow
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Private Room, Vegan, Wine

What 31 people are saying

The Starr Inn reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseEnergetic

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  • Essex

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Starr Inn delights with "amazing food" and a vibrant atmosphere, enhanced by live music and stylish decor. Guests rave about the "excellent service" and welcoming ambiance. Standout experiences include "perfect crooning entertainer" and exceptional dishes like the ribeye steak. While service is generally praised, some note areas for improvement.
31 Reviews
  1. MARTIN

    Birmingham/West Midlands (county)1 review

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent value for money for fixed lunch menu. Please r staff and service and pretty good food. Excellent lamb chops and chicken wings. Great flavour. Fish quality was ok rather than great. Would return

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  2. Clare

    London8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A lovely lunch to celebrate family coming from overseas. Lovely furnishings & atmosphere, great food & attentive staff. Thank you ☺️

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  3. Sheila

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious Sunday roast which was cooked to perfection

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  4. Sarah

    Essex4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice food, lovely setting, good waitressing. Lovely drinks, we had a couple of cocktails and a bottle of wine. Good selection of food on the menu. Def worth a visit and we would go back.

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  5. Tiffany

    Norfolk/Suffolk3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic place, with amazing food and great wine, impeccable service and great atmosphere with the live singer

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  6. Joanne

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and excellent service. Live singer was brilliant.

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  7. Geoffrey

    London1 review

    1.0

    Dined on April 29, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Service? The table was set for four and the fourth not cleared when there were three of us. The water was just put on the table, not poured. Same with the wine. At the end we asked for a doggy bag and a receptacle was given to us for us to fill! With no aperitifs, deserts, or coffee, and a modest wine, the bill for three was an excruciating £225. The restaurant has been open 8 weeks and yet has a large number of 5 star reviews. Apart from the appalling “service” I cannot believe that enough customers visited and left reviews in such a short time, and I believe them to be fakes. There were no other customers when we were there! I’m afraid they have a lot to learn and better do so fast.

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  8. Alfio

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The whole experience, ambiance, service, and food was excellent. Would definitely recommend and come again.

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  9. alice

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really enjoyed our night great food and ambience Great singer too

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  10. Lesley

    Kent4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    A few issues, seemed a bit chaotic at the bar with mistakes in cocktail orders and barman not appearing to speak English. Overall the food was good but disappointed in there being only 1 vegetarian main option. Service and ambience very good, as was the singer. Enough to come back but think there’s room for improvement

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The Starr Inn is rated 4.4 stars by 31 OpenTable diners.

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Market Pl, Dunmow, Essex CM6 1AX

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Great Dunmow
  • Hours of operation
    Sun 5:30 pm–8:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–5:30 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, English
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Martin Baker
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Private Room, Vegan, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    At The Starr Inn in Great Dunmow, we understand the significance of special occasions. Private dining area with comfy sofas, is the perfect setting for both formal and more relaxed events. Whether you're marking a milestone or just gathering with loved ones, we provide the backdrop for memories that last a lifetime. Contact us for more information.
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