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Independent Award Winning intimate Restaurant serving modern British fare, freshly made-to-order

02/11/2026

✨ The festive season is almost upon us, and there's no better way to celebrate than gathering around the table with good food, wonderful company and a little Christmas magic. 🥂

🎄 Take a look at our Christmas Party Menu
Enjoy beautifully prepared seasonal dishes in the warmth of our festively decorated restaurant.
🍽️ 2 Courses - £30 per person
🍽️ 3 Courses - £35 per person

View our festive menus and book your table:
🔗 https://the-spotted-dog.co.uk/christmas-menus-2026/
🔗 https://the-spotted-dog.co.uk/contact-us/

31/10/2026

🎃 An Evening with a Deliciously Dark Twist...
This Halloween, join us at The Spotted Dog for a special six-course tasting experience.

From autumn-inspired flavours and beautifully prepared lamb to indulgent dark cherry chocolate fondant, our chefs have created a menu worth making an evening of.

✨ Saturday 31 October
🍽️ Six Courses | £66 per person

An intimate atmosphere, exceptional food and a little Halloween magic.

Reservations are now open.
📞 01245 231 598 | 07940 376695
🌐 https://the-spotted-dog.co.uk/contact-us/

30/10/2026

🎃 Join us in Barnston this Saturday, 31 October, for a special six-course Halloween Tasting Menu.

From seasonal autumn flavours and beautifully roasted lamb to indulgent dark cherry chocolate fondant, our chefs have prepared an evening of exceptional dining.

🍽️ 6 Courses | £66 per person
📍 The Spotted Dog, Barnston, Essex

Book your table now:
📞 01245 231 598 | 07940 376695
🌐 https://the-spotted-dog.co.uk/contact-us/

29/10/2026

Golden, crispy beer-battered fish, chunky chips, mushy peas, and tartare sauce, everything you love about traditional fish & chips, beautifully served.

Whether you're joining us for a leisurely lunch or treating yourself to our Fish, Chips & Sips, there's always a good reason to make lunchtime something special at The Spotted Dog.

🍽️ Lunch served 12pm - 3pm
📍 The Spotted Dog | Barnston, Essex
📞 01245 231 598 | 07940 376695
🌐 https://the-spotted-dog.co.uk/contact-us/

28/10/2026

A good glass of red deserves a beautiful meal to accompany it. 🍷

And with Wednesday Steak Night at The Spotted Dog, there's even more reason to make a midweek evening special.

Join us for a relaxed evening of exceptional food, good w**e and great company.
📍 The Spotted Dog | Barnston, Essex
📞 01245 231 598 | 07940 376695
🌐 https://the-spotted-dog.co.uk/contact-us/

27/10/2026

A little artistry on a plate. 🍃🍷
The little details make dining at The Spotted Dog something special.

Join us for a leisurely lunch or a relaxed evening of good food, fine w**e and great company.

📍 The Spotted Dog Restaurant & Free House
🍽️ Book your table: https://the-spotted-dog.co.uk/contact-us/

26/10/2026

🍂 The clocks have gone back, the skies are looking grey, and autumn is well and truly settling in!

At The Spotted Dog, we're embracing the cosy season, and we'd love you to join us. 🍷
🍽️ Plan your next visit and book your table:
https://the-spotted-dog.co.uk/contact-us/

23/10/2026

You don't have to look too hard for a reason to come in and get cosy. 🔥
The fire's lit and your table's waiting.

Book now:
📞 01245 231 598 | 07940 376695
✉️ [email protected]
🌐 https://the-spotted-dog.co.uk/contact-us/
📍 Bishops Green, Barnston, Great Dunmow, Essex, CM6 1NF

22/10/2026

Chilly autumn evenings, refreshing cocktails & live music! 🎶🍸
The evenings are getting cooler, but the atmosphere at The Spotted Dog is warming up!

🎶 Live music with Tom Cherry Tonight

📞 Reserve your table or book online:
01245 231 598 | 07940 376695
https://the-spotted-dog.co.uk/contact-us/

21/10/2026

🥩 Wednesdays are made for steak!🍷

Beautifully cooked steak, golden chunky chips and your favourite drink. The perfect excuse to leave the cooking to us tonight.

Join us at The Spotted Dog and make the middle of the week something to look forward to!

📍 The Spotted Dog, Bishops Green, Barnston, Great Dunmow
📞 01245 231 598 | 07940 376695
📧 [email protected]
🌐 https://the-spotted-dog.co.uk/contact-us/

Address

Bishops Green, Barnston
Dunmow
CM61NF

Opening Hours

Wednesday	12pm - 11pm
Thursday	12pm - 11pm
Friday	12pm - 11pm
Saturday	12pm - 11pm
Sunday	12pm - 7pm

Telephone

+441245231598

Website

https://the-spotted-dog.co.uk/menus/, https://the-spotted-dog.co.uk/#events, https://the-spotted-dog.co.uk/contact-us/#b

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