Stark
Stark is a Modern British fine dining restaurant in East Mersea with Michelin one-star recognition in 2024, 2025, and 2026.
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- Address
- East Rd, Colchester CO5 8TQ, United Kingdom
- Phone
- +44 1206 616430
- Website
- starkfood.co.uk
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Michelin one star across recent years
Michelin awarded Stark one star in 2024, 2025, and 2026. That sustained recognition makes the restaurant a fit for a dinner planned around the cooking.
Modern British fine dining and named dishes
Modern British fine dining frames the kitchen, with duck liver parfait, Iberico pork, and Shh'Annu lamb among the named dishes. These names give readers concrete reference points for the menu.
East Rd dinner expectations
East Rd, Colchester CO5 8TQ is the address, and dinner is the supported meal. Smart casual dress, conversational noise, leisurely pacing, and upscale casual service set practical expectations.
Comparable Spots, Quickly
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stark | Modern British Fine Dining | $$$$ | Michelin 1 Star | East Mersea |
| The Goring | Classic British Fine Dining | $$$$ | Michelin 1 Star | Victoria |
| Mark Poynton at Caistor Hall | Modern British Fine Dining | $$$$ | Michelin 1 Star | Caistor St Edmund |
| Akoko | Modern West African Fine Dining | $$$$ | Michelin 1 Star | Fitzrovia |
| Cycene | Modern British Fine Dining with Eastern Asian Influences | $$$$ | Michelin 1 Star | Bethnal Green |
| Grace & Savour | Modern British Tasting Menu | $$$$ | Michelin 1 Star | Hampton-in-Arden |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
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At a Glance
- Intimate
- Cozy
- Modern
- Date Night
- Special Occasion
- Open Kitchen
Current opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 6–11 PM
- Thursday
- 6–11 PM
- Friday
- 6–11 PM
- Saturday
- 6–11 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
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