Fulton's Chop House in Uttlesford

Booked the Star for a family birthday it's my favourite restaurant. The lamb was the best yet. Service great, atmosphere great and children are always made to feel welcome no matter what age. Fabulous all round. Thank you to the staff.

Lovely evening in the private room upstairs with family celebrating mother in laws 80th. Great food good service and did all we asked in little extras. Happy to accommodate us with requests we had and did all they could to give us a great night Thank you x

Went as a family group on a week night , only 8 other diners but it took 45 minutes to get our starters , we ordered some drinks which took 20 minutes but we had to ask twice before we got them . Food was fabulous but the terrible service let it all down sadly . Thete were only 2 young girls serving and although they were friendly they just didnt have a clue about their job . It really let the place down , what ever are the owners thinking off . Such a shame. Wouldn't return due to this matter .

We booked a table for 11 people for my mum's 70th Birthday. We'd booked for 3.15pm so it was towards the end of service which was perfect as my 18 month old niece seemed to like having the run of the place! We had a lovely meal and the service was great. We've had a few family celebrations here and we are always treated so well by all staff. Thank you.

Our first time at the Star for breakfasts. As we come here for dinner celebrations.And Lunch..... The Breakfast was great and very relaxing our waitress was Evelyn who was very welcoming friendly helpful and professional... my Daughters said they will definitely be back with their friends in the future.. so will I ..

Sunday lunch with the family. Food was fantastic. My only negative feedback is that front of house staff are very young and appear very inexperienced. Bar staff didn’t know how to present a G&T. Had to ask for condiments, cutlery and wine however the food made up for lack of service. Just needs someone with a bit more experience to guide and train them as they were lovely

Very Poor, and a huge disapointment. We were regulars here many years ago. We drifted away as ownership changed and this is the first time we've used it since Fultons took over. So.. from start to finish here's my experience1. arrived to see three people behind the bar, but not one of them greeted us2. our table for two was enormous and set up for 6 or 8. Apparently this was because the people on our table were still seated. No one took our coats3. not offered a drink4. waitress asked us to move. Apparently, the table was not free. 5. The dont do spicy tomato juice, just normal. If I want, they could add the spice manually for me!!6. Our water arrived, but no glasses7. Starter soup arrived but no spoons8. Spoons arrived 9. Glasses eventually arrived. No ice or lemon10. Main Course arrived. To be fair, the beef and Lamb were lovely. 11. had to ask for mint sauce and Horseradish which eventually arrived but with no spoons12. Spoons arrived with an explanation that the waitress normally uses her knife"We really couldnt face desert or coffee and left I can only assume the boss wasn't in. we saw no sign of anyone in charge or setting standards. Our candle wasnt lit. It was in a small glass holder that was broken. Not cracked... actually broken with 25% of the side missing and a sharp edge. On the way out, we almost tripped on an extention lead that was running a wire out to the from to the building. A sad end for a once amazing retaurant.

The food was faultless, multiple people of our booking had the steak and said it was perfectly cooked! The staff were very accommodating and friendly, nothing was too much trouble! I would recommend this venue for occasions and events due to the professional mannerisms, organisation and great atmosphere! Will definitely be returning again soon!

Came in on a Sunday for lunch. Not greeted. Messed around with tables. No idea of pie of the day! Bottle of water no glasses. Starter before glasses, no ice no lemon!Luke warm food, no spoon for your soup. Around the place broken items!Big shame as the food if warm could have been nice.

We celebrated my Dads 78th birthday here today and it was fabulous. Excellent and unique food, presented beautifully and delicious! Staff friendly and professional. Overall a superb experience.

Went here for our annual christmas workdo and it was a fantastic night. The food was delicious, I had a tart to start and vegetarian wellington for mains and it was really very good, the potatoes were crispy too which is a bonus. The staff were great, really helpful and made sure our night ran smoothly. The entertainment was a tribute Tina Turner which was really good fun and we laughed a lot! Well done to the Starr for putting on a brilliant christmas party.

Coffee shop In High Street beats our visit on all levels. Gutted it was my birthday. You make a huge deal of provenance on your menu but didn’t know where my duck was from!!! So unimpressed, but other places to go. Not recommended.

Good food, great service, good company - all made for a memorable Sunday Luncheon.

I ate here with my son, but we were very disappointed. The restaurant was freezing cold, the food was not great. There was very little knowledge of ingredients in the food being served and it was not easy to find out what was dairy free on the menu. The staff were pleasant enough, but perhaps dedicated allergy menus would help. I had the pork, with crackling, but the crackling was inedible and looked and tasted like polystyrene. As we left, feeling we certainly had not had value for money, one of the chefs was in the courtyard, outside the kitchen door, vaping, which looked so unprofessional. All in all a disappointing experience, we will not go back.

The first thing we noticed on arrival was the very dirty entrance hall mat with electical wires with plug on the floor. The restaurant was cold on arrival but the staff were pleasant throughout or visit. I asked for a side salad and was presented with a bowl with only lettuce leaves. We all agreed that our food was very good but we were expecting higher standards from this venue.

This was our second visit to the restaurant and the food and service were of the same high standard as on our first visit. What was remarkable was the honesty of the staff. We paid in cash and told the waitress to keep the change as a tip. Inadvertently we gave her five £20 notes instead of the four which would have been sufficient. Five minutes after paying, the waitress reappeared and said that she thought we had overpaid, returning £20 to us. She didn’t have to do that but we really appreciate the thought. It’s not about the money, it’s about the ethos. Well done Star Inn, we’ll be back!

Had dinner here with an old friend and whole experience was very enjoyable. Food very good and service excellent. Reasonable value, but certainly not cheap eats. Only criticism was it was quite empty for a Thursday evening and maybe some background music would have lifted the atmosphere a little. Would still recommend however as had a great evening.

I wasn’t expecting the high standard of food we had, as the last time I came here for a mid week lunch there had been nothing on the menu to entice me so we left after having a drink. The food was absolutely fantastic. The pea soup was complemented by those who had it. The carpaccio of beetroot was a wonderful starter as it was light. The chicken with gnocchi was so tender, I could go on and on about each dish but in the end it all came down to one thing really good food imaginatively cooked and presented. Wonderful staff wonderful food a really enjoyable evening and finally a well priced meal coming out at £30 a head for three courses one Prosecco and three soft drinks. We will return.

Family and me booked one of the rooms up stairs for a family get together, also for our Cousin from Australia 70th Birthday ...on the 25th August . The Room is the oak room perfect for the Children as they have 2 big sofas to chill after their dinner which is free up to the age of 12 years ... and their dinner’s were yummy.. Only on a Sunday for the free meals for the Children... Our Roast dinners were Absolutely wonderful.. And friendly staff and professional. This will be our Our place for all our future Family and friends together time... it’s also a Hotel with beautiful rooms. Highly recommended you won’t be disappointed... Good 5 star food ... and professional friendly helpful staff.

Sadley cant comment on the resteraunt or the rest of the hotel as we stayed a sunday night and it was closed. However the room we stayed in for that night was beuitfully decorated with everything and more you could need for a comfortable stay. Pitty we didnt have more time.

From the knowledgeable staff walking us through the gin choices, to the pleasure of the service through dinner - the front of house nailed it.

Last night I came to the star for both dinner and drinks. It was really busy when we first arrived but managed to get a drink with ease and find a seat in the bar area. Fantastic range of gin and enjoyed trying new flavours. I had the chicken for my meal and it was genuinely fantastic. The restaurant was busy with two large groups but the two girls working did a fantastic job and were very attentive to us. Will definitely be back!!

On visiting the Starr Great Dunmow this evening .

We had not made a reservation but luckily there had been a cancellation so we were seated at a very private table in the conservatory area of the restaurant. Well balanced menu, not too large, seems to offer something for everyone. My husband and I had the Sunday roast, both beef and pork well done, veg not over cooked, only criticism was the roast potatoes which were not at all crisp. Service pleasant, checked that everything was ok a few minutes in to our meal, perfect timing. We were also asked if we would mind if the air conditioning was switched on which shows customer care. The price was fair and we will certainly return.

This restaurant is very nice indeed. Food was excellent and wine list extensive and very competitively priced. Dining room was very nicely laid out and comfortable. Both of us ate the Chicken gnocchi with wild garlic and asparagus which was presented beautifully and the chicken was cooked to perfection. Portion size was very good. Desserts we chose were excellent - Sticky toffee pudding and Apple Cake - both service with excellent ice cream. Waitresses were very pleasant and helpful. Never felt rushed. Although this was in my opinion fine dining it was very good value.

I visited for Sunday lunch and ate a perfect Sunday roast dinner. The restaurant was clean, quiet and everything was lovely.

We stayed at the other hotel in Great Dunmow and its not a patch on Star Inn. Other family members stayed there and the rooms, food and service are far superior than the other hotel. So, if you are visiting the area and need a hotel then stay at the Star Inn. I will definitely return to Star Inn for some r & r in the near future. Lovely place.

We took a drive out into deepest Essex to find this little gem. On the hottest day in England so far this year, we had a drink in the small garden and watched some fabulous cars go by before we ate. The restaurant itself was elegant with low beamed ceilings (a tad on the hot side due to the scorching days sun). Service was lovely, polite and friendly. Food was superb both in flavour and presentation. Portions were good sizes with side dishes being enough for 2 or more people. Nice atmosphere where you could here each other rather than the rest of the people dining. My friend and I shared the sticky toffee pudding for dessert and I can honestly say it was the best I’ve ever had. My only one little moan is that they had no mint for a fresh mint tea, despite of having it earlier for our Pimms, and said they had run out of it, and the waitress did forget to bring a second bottle of water that we had asked for. Not a cheap meal, but good quality, beautifully presented tasty food.

This was my first visit with a friend who had been a number of time and had recommend that we should visit. So off we went for a belated birthday celebration. The starters were delicious, we had the Hens Egg with black pudding and the parfait. Stunning. For mains my friend ordered the lamb which was delicious but a little on the rich side with lots of oil or butter. I was super excited to see they had steak on the menu and listed the weights. Having seen this, I thought to myself, this place must know about meat. I often find myself having to ask for the weight of the cut. Without hesitation I ordered the Rib Eye medium rare. Unfortunately what I was served was a tough Rump steak. I know my cuts of meat and it most definitely wasn’t a Ribeye.The staff were so lovely that I didn't want to kick up a fuss so just tucked in, in hindsight I wish I had as I do feel slightly cheated, knowing that a Rump steak is much cheaper than a Ribeye and I was charged for a ribeye.

Michelle and Dean hosted our Wedding Reception at the beginning of June. Right from the planning stage to the actual event Dean could not do more to help us. He accommodated our families vegan/allergy requirements and was helpful and relaxed with every suggestion we came up with!

4 members of the family attended the Star for a special meal. We met in the bar for a pre dinner drink that was spoilt by two young children chasing around and generally misbehaving. The mother made no effort to control them. It was disappointing the the restaurant staff made no effort to exercise any discipline either.

Everything about The Star Inn is wonderful. The service is friendly and attentive and every item of food ordered was delicious. I could not recommend this restaurant more.

What a find this pub Hotel was I met with friends in Dunmow as it was halfway between our houses and found the restaurant on trip advisor, the comfort was great the large chesterfield chairs in the bar were most comfortable and the draft moretti lager was enjoyed a bread platter for all to start followed by an all da6 breakfast was taken others had the fish & chips and the burger, apple cake and rhubarb cheesecake were all very enjoyable . We will return

Booked a table at The Star for Sunday lunch; first time at the restaurant and high hopes.

We visited here on Saturday of Bank Holiday as we were on our first night of a few days in Great Dunmow. There was a good choice of food and unusual gins which was nice. We placed our orders for drinks and then food. The drinks took quite a while to arrive when it was relatively quiet and then the young girl bringing the drinks over was not paying attention and spilt the drinks all over me (a full pint and a gin and tonic) breaking the glasses at the same tine.

We met up with our friends for lunch in this lovely coaching inn in the market square of this old flitch town, Dunmow. We had Fish & Chips and our friends a full Brunch and Burger, we finished off with 2 Apple Cakes and 2 Cheesecakes, all was delicious, well presented and very good portions. The service was good and the atmosphere relaxed, I'd also recommend the IPA, very drinkable.

Nice to see a hotel that does not take the easy option of a help your self buffet for breakfast, all breakfasts cooked to order with local suppliers, refreshing change!

Absolutely delicious lunch in an extraordinary setting. Got so much more than expected, just dropped in on the off chance. The lite lunch was scrumptious and served by happy smiling staff.

We have just spent an incredible weekend at the Star Inn. The service from check in, bar staff, dinner, rooms was impeccable - some of the best I’ve experienced (and I’ve travelled extensively). We didn’t realise the gentleman overseeing dinner was the owner, until we asked at breakfast this morning, he was the epitome of grace and delight. The staff were obviously well trained, meticulous yet so calm, happy and kind in their manner. The food was gorgeous ! We would drive over an hour from our home just to go and eat there again. Delightful surroundings, amazing service and an all round blissful escape. Thank you all at the Star inn, you deserve 5 all day long x

Booked for breakfast for my wife’s birthday (a Sunday). The waitress was unfortunate to have found herself alone on shift, with 4-6 tables to attend. I was promised toast, that never turned up! We ended up getting up to leave before the plates had been cleared as it took so long. The waitress apologied for the delay. When I mentioned to her about the missing toast, she seemed unphased - no apology or recognition of error. For a restaurant with so much potential, it was a really disappointing experience

Had dinner last night with 3 other couples and the food was amazing, so we returned for lunch today and again it was top class - lots of choice - great flavours and great value.

As always, excellent service from the friendly staff and a lovely Sunday lunch - but every time I come here I always wish the food was hotter - always feel I have to rush it a bit before it cools even more. it's not bad enough to stop me coming back but it would be so much enjoyable if it was hot.

The staff were attentive and polite but really didn't want you there. The table was booked for 7.45. The food was ok but nothing really special. Everything seemed rushed. We didn't have a starter just the main meal, we were told the kitchen closed at 8.45. Once we had finished she asked if we wanted a sweet or coffee as she had just cleaned the coffee machine. We asked her to give us a few minutes to decide and she was then back asking us if we wanted to pay by card holding the card machine in her hand. At this point we decided to leave and try and find a coffee elsewhere, which we did across the road.

Me and my partner went for lunch here on Saturday after a job interview and were quite tight on time due to parking and we were so impressed with the quality of the establishment, food and service. All faultless. We had the pork belly and it was delicious. The gentleman who looked after us whilst we were there was brilliant too, a great host. Shame we didn’t have time to try dessert but we will be back!

We booked the Star Inn Stable hotel as we were originally due to eat with friends at the Flitch of Bacon so staying locally was in the plan. However the Flitch restaurant called to cancel our booking as they'd had a major electrical outage. So we decided to eat at the Star and what a Star it turned out to be.

Came here with my wife for birthday evening meal (we have the same birthday). We've visited this place on several occasions over the years back to when it was the Starr, once during its awkward time as a steakhouse, but this was the first time in its present incarnation as brasserie/gastropub. We enjoyed our meal - all courses very enjoyable. The only annoying thing was extremely intrusive pop music playing continously - people want to relax in the evening - try some chilled out jazz or ambient, guys

i took my husband last night for a meal as it was his birthday even though we are locals we have never been to the star before

We called in here on a Sunday lunchtime. The bar was empty but the restaurant in the back was really busy. Seems like a popular place for Sunday lunches. Nice comfy chairs & sofas in the front bar with friendly staff. Only 2 beers on tap, one lager & 1 ale, but lots of different gins to choose from.

Stayed here1st of March for my sons birthday. Had a table for 8 at 8pm. Food was very good and of high standards,the staff are all friendly and hardworking... the room was very cosy and well furnished. Breakfast was in with the price of the room . we had a full English which was massive and cooked by the lovely Paula! . Location is great and parking easy.will definitely return at some point.

Sunday lunches are amazing! Would highly recommend. Also love their half price cocktails on a Friday and their alcohol prosecco is really good too

We had dinner here last night and were very pleasantly surprised. Not having dined here for many years we had no idea what it would be like, and are very pleased to have had such a lovely meal. We’re local and will definitely return.

Had a great evening celebrating my 60th birthday here in one of the private function rooms.

After a 3 hour journey we arrived in Dunmow.

Highly recommend, great food & service plus kids eat free on Sundays!! Yorkshire puds are massive!! Decor lovely

Called into The Star whilst visiting Great Dunmow. Friendly welcoming staff. Excellent food. Lovely ambience. Will definitely return.

We went to The Star Inn for Christmas Day as a party of 9 altogether including 4 children.

Although titled Christmas 2018, this review is for a number of visits that we make to the Star. We have lived in the local area for many years and now live in the town and visit the Star fairly regularly. The last 18 months has proved to be a huge turning point for the Star and I believe they now have a perfect recipe for a great restaurant. the food is good with something for everyone and a bar that caters for the gin lovers as well as a small but good list of affordable wines. But the selling point for the Star is the front of house team! They are great and make you feel really welcome and are clearly happy working in a friendly and busy restaurant. Thanks for making Christmas day fun for us and our friends and see you in 2019.

We recently held our works Christmas party here. Food was fantastic, normally venues fall short when catering for large numbers but the food was great here! The room looked fabulous and the staff were great and really helpful. We'd definitely come back again and recommend for any business to use for a venue. Support local businesses!

We held our annual Christmas party at the Star last Friday, and what a fabulous time we had! The Luther Vandross tribute act was fantastic, and really got the party atmosphere going. The food was lovely and service impeccable. Dean is such a great host, and can't do enough for you. I would thoroughly recommend. We will definitely be back next year!

We had a wonderful meal on Sunday. A group of friends and all our children had the private room upstairs. Food was delicious and service was very good!! Yorkshire puddings has we’re huge! Best roast I’ve had in ages! We will be back! Thank you

14 of us came here from work for our Christmas do at the end of November 2018. We had one of the private rooms upstairs which was so nice! The table was laid out nicely and we listened to our own music which was really nice that they had speakers to do this. Service was great, waitresses kept coming to check we were ok and if needed any drinks etc.

Superb venue, fantastic value for money totally loved the half price cocktails with such a great variety, atmosphere fabulous all the staff so friendly & helpful highly recommend we will all be returning.

Having taken the chance we are glad we did. Excellent service and superb food. Cannot fault the restaurant in any way at all. Well recommended.

As per our previous post, we took my wife’s auntie and uncle here for the first time.

Omg came last year for my 50th but not good returned tonight under protest and omg how much better staff great, atmosphere so much better and food and selection compared to last year was 100% better and quality 110% better Thankyou so much for a wonderful night xx

Good varied Asian,English menu,not many locals in although only two couples eating,good parking,near pond,will come again.

Have been to this restaurant on a number of occasions and it has never disappointed. The food is first class and the service is good. Would highly recommend.

We go here fairly often and have never had a bad meal. Slightly more expensive than some places but you pay for quality.

I visited the Star with my family and found a gem that I have recommended to others. We went for lunch and I have to say it was the best food I have ever tasted! My steak was perfect and the Tonka bean desert was amazing Upmarket menu beautifully plated with great service! Will definitely be returning in the near future.

I went here with my family and the service was great. Food was amazing and would definetly go back! Everyone enjoyed there food, presentation was effortless and not to mention the taste was second to none. Would definetly recommend to family, friends, couples and was also child friendly.

We have lived in Dunmow for going on 4 years now. To us the S******s H***d H***l was the one to go to for amazing food. We have dabbled in the Star’s menus, but never it never really caught on. Roll forward and to be honest The Star is the number one in Dunmow. We have been in for drinks many of a time, but food was not really part of it. Then last week we had some of you new brunch menu and wow. Lovely front of house people, lovely food. We came away saying next week will be a repeat. Then on Saturday we were a bit delayed getting out, we turned up at 3.55 and were told last orders were at 4pm, oh well our loss, not, the lady on the bar spoke to the kitchen and, yes, we could eat. Long story short, fabulous food sent out by someone who is so professional, along with very understanding, customer focused front of house staff. The Star is now our number one. I do not want to go on, but the food that came to our table was unique. So much so, when we have “out of country”visitors, this will be our place of custom. Many thanks to you staff for making our visit, both now and future so special. 10 star service and environment!!!

We found this place after we went for a short walk around the village/ town. We only really popped in there for a drink, after seeing the menu we decided to have an evening meal there as well. Really glad we did, the menu was nice, if not anything 'special', but all three of us had really nice, tasty, filling meals. The prices were very good for what we had as well. All of us were very impressed with the quality, choice and value of the restaurant. Would recommend this restaurant as somewhere to eat.

Well appointed and comfortable room. Really nice meal and short walk to bus stop that takes you to the airport. The staff were professional helpful and pleasant. Very reasonably priced.

As planned we have returned to The Star a few times now, and as a young family we really do like it.

Stayed here for 7 nights. Had to move rooms once because of the long stay etc, which was fine. Moved from a twin to a double. First room was lovely. Spotless. Second room was called the ‘Ascot’. I’ve stayed in hundreds of hotels around the world because of my work but this room I found to be beautiful. Whoever designed the room, furniture/ fixings/ bathrooms etc should be proud. Very high standard. I think we paid £55 a night which was so cheap it was almost wrong. Fantastic value for money, seeing as I was paying almost £90 in the Saracen opposite which didn’t come close to the standard of rooms. All the toiletries you could want, tea : coffee: biscuits , lovely tv, spotless everywhere. Was very impressed with this hotel. I would stay here again 100% and I would highly recommend it.

We came here for a drink. But will be back for family dinner probably their Sunday Roast. Children eat free up to 12 years old.

we went in here for dinner on Thursday evening we have been before and had good service and food but this time I'm not sure why but not a soul in the restaurant but there was a few people in the bar, no one was behind the bar so we rang the bell twice and still no one came out to serve us !! so we left. we will think twice before returning again.

My wife and I recently enjoyed the pleasure of dining, on many occasions, at the Star Inn. Circumstances also allowed us an opportunity to experience residing in rooms at The Stables located adjacent to the Inn.

We have been to The Star Inn on and off for about a year now, basically ever since it changed from Chophouse back to The Star Inn, and it just keeps getting better. There were 6 of us having Sunday Lunch, 4 of us chose the roast beef (cooked to perfection - pink and so tender), 1 had the Vegetarian Wellington (which came with a lush green sauce - which i wish i knew what it was) and 1 had the chicken with stuffing. I was amazed at the quality, portion and overall presentation of every dish - the veg and extra gravy was very welcome.

We eat here recently but was a little disappointed. The staff were v nice and friendly, the food was ok but only ok bearing mind the £100 bill at then end of the meal.

We ate at The Star recently for my partner's Birthday, while the food was good, but I wouldn't rate it as fantastic, the service was somewhat lacklustre, and the bar/waiting staff gave the impression that they would rather be somewhere else, The awful piped music was nothing short of offensive to the ear, even after asking for it to be turned down. A forgotten drinks order, and no light in the Gents loo. Each of the above points taken on their own wouldn't be noticed but put together, they took the shine off an otherwise enjoyable evening.

It was late on a Saturday afternoon when we came here and were very pleasantly surprised. The restaurant decor was very nice and comfortable with lots of tables but placed so that you didn't feel cramped.

We held a celebratory retirement meal for 40 guests at the Star fultons restaurant - we could not have been looked after better, we had drinks on arrival and were looked after so well. We took over the charming private dining room which is lovely very personal, full of character and comfortable. Our food was served very quickly it was well organised and really delicious - full marks to the team would definitely go again.

We booked a table and arrived on time. We were shown to our table by a most polite and friendly waitress. I was seated with the sunlight directly into my eyes, I mildly complained and she reset the table to my satisfaction.

Thank you Dean, Anna & Laurie for making our celebration completely stress free and utterly enjoyable. The service was slick and brilliant and nothing was too much trouble. The food was absolutely delicious.

We have recently celebrated our anniversary at The Star. From the initial booking Dean and Michelle made our event stress free. The venue was amazing and the accommodation finished to a very high standard. The staff were very friendly and accommodating ensuring our night was a success nothing was too much trouble. The canapés were delicious and commented on by all our guests, breakfast the next morning was lovely with use of local ingredients. The star really is a little ‘gem’ in dunmow. Well done to Dean and the team.

Stayed on here on a business trip ( usually stay at the Saracens Head) great place, brilliant room, fantastic service.

We went yesterday (Sunday) and it's the 3rd time that I've been since it changed from Fulton Chop House back to The Star.

I went to the Star Inn with family on father's day.

Had a lovely meal here for one of our first nights away without the kids in ages. Staff are friendly and efficient but it's the food that impressed. Really good quality and nicely presented, portion sizes were excellent. Highlights were the duck which was cooked to perfection and the onions in the garlic potatoes which were crispy and sweet. Really impressed, this is a gem of a place. One bit of advice, the chocolate delice is to die for, don't order anything else...

Visited the Star Inn with a friend and enjoyed it so much that we used it as a planned stop at half way, during a 100 mile bike ride with a group of 15. The food has been lovely both times with a varied menu, there are a wide range of beers and the staff are always very helpful and friendly. Everybody in our party enjoyed the meal and hospitality and would certainly go back. On the first visit, it was busy with families and groups of people just sitting and chatting - so suits all needs.

We were a group of 12 staying in Great Dunmow for a three day Golf trip and decided to book a meal in the Star, having not been there for many years , we found it had changed hands and been totally refurbished.

I was visiting on a business training course. I have nothing but praise for this hotel/restaurant. The food is out of this world to a very high standard and reasonable too. I would recommend this place even if you drop in for a gin or a pint.

Thank you so much to all of the wonderful staff at the Star Inn, especially Dean and Laurie. We recently held our intimate wedding reception in the Oak Room upstairs and it was everything we could have wished for and more.

I have a customer who lives near Dunmow so we decided to meet up for lunch. I’d never eaten lunch in here before and so booked a few days ahead. We got there a little early and they were more than happy to sit us down. I recommend the burger as it was stunning last time I was here. We both ended up going for it and we weren’t disappointed at all, simply stunning. The only slight negative is there were no choices of sides such as coleslaw or onion rings. Highly recommend.

We recently visited the Star Inn as we were staying in Stanstead a really didn’t want to eat in the hotel. When you first walk in the restaurant has a lovely quirky decor. We ate early so it wasn’t hugely busy but the staff weren’t tempted to cram us all into the same space but spaced the us out which was a great touch as I hate sitting really close to others in a restaurant if I don’t have to!! The wine list was really varied and not hugely expensive, I have a Forrest something and it was really easy drinking and went well with my beautiful asparagus starter, my husband had the scotch eggs and they were equally as tasty; the addition of the pickled beetroot was stunning. For the main course I had a really tasty fillet steak and side salad and my husband had the sausage ring which he loved. We didn’t have deserts. I would highly recommend The Star Inn, we will always come back when flying from Stanstead! It is very reasonably priced, the service is friendly but not intrusive and the food is great-what more could you want?!

Went for the first time early on a Saturday evening with friends, who had been before. Fairly cramped car park but at least there was one.

This is my fourth visit now. I've been with family, but I had a friend visiting from the North Yorkshire, so I booked in the Star. We had the Lamb it was beautiful.

Met 2 friends for lunch - 3 of us travelling towards a central point - The Star. We have now found our future meeting place - superb lunch and wonderful (fun) service. Nothing more to be said - go and try it - you won't be disappointed - advise booking.

We visited The Star on Good Friday with friends and between us we had 3 babies, 2 toddlers and then us - 4 adults.