The Windmill Chatham Green

Bars, British, Gastropub, Modern European, Vegetarian·
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Average Price
££££ - £50 - £79
Cuisines
Bars, British, Gastropub, Modern European, Vegetarian
Ambience
Cosy, Fine dining, Fun, Quirky, Traditional, Widely spaced tables
Food Occasions
Dinner, Lunch, Sunday roast
Alfresco And Views
Outside seating, Terrace
Special Features
Dog friendly, Gluten-free options, Vegetarian options
Perfect for
Birthdays, Celebrations, Dates, Group dining [8+], Romantic, Special occasions
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About

Tucked away in the rural Essex countryside not far from Chelmsford, The Windmill in Chatham Green is a charming Michelin guide restaurant with an exquisite modern British menu and a cosy and relaxed pub atmosphere. It’s a short but refined menu of hearty but refined dishes, which changes to reflect the seasons and make use of the highest quality ingredients. Whether it’s a special celebration with family, a romantic dinner, or a simple trip to the bar, The Windmill can make an impact every time.

Set within a windmill site that dates back to 1829, the dining room occupies the adjacent cottage. The characterful interiors feature a blend of contemporary and traditional design elements with exposed beams and brickwork, antique tables and a warm colour palette. It’s the kind of environment conducive to big flavours. At the helm of the kitchen is Tom Clarke, whose Michelin star-studded career spans restaurants in England and France from Le Manoir aux Quat Saisons to L’Ortolan. His cookery, always beautifully presented, is known for its creativity and commitment to quality.

Starters have included a whipped goat cheese mousse with heritage tomatoes, steak tartare with kimchi, and sesame-crusted tuna with fennel and coriander wasabi. For the main course, the a la carte menu has included an expertly cooked roast pork loin with peach and chorizo, cod fillets with pak choi and Thai nage, and courgette flowers with ricotta.

Just be sure to save space for desserts like a dark chocolate cremeux with cherry and rose. You’ll also find a five-course tasting menu available for pre-booking, served at both lunch and dinner, along with a set lunch menu with all the house favourites and seasonal specials. The drinks menu is similarly impressive, showcasing a diverse selection of wines and unique cocktails that incorporate local ingredients.


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Can you book at The Windmill Chatham Green?

booking a table is recommended but not necessary

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What is the ambience at The Windmill Chatham Green?

fine dining in a very relaxed and cosy pub atmosphere with traditional charm in the rural Hamlet of Chatham Green

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Does The Windmill Chatham Green offer gluten-free options?

we can adjust most dishes for a gluten free diet with a 48 hour notice

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What is the dress code at The Windmill Chatham Green?

smart casual

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What is the menu like at The Windmill Chatham Green?

the menu is seasonal with produces sourced locally and further afield, dishes are changing frequently with a new menu every 2 month

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FreeFine Wine and Cheese Tasting
Drink Experience
Fine Wine and Cheese Tasting

13 Nov 2024

We have selected 6 exquisite fine wines and cheeses including France, Spain and South Africa. Book your space and get some ideas for your Christmas Dinner.

More Details

Location

Chatham Green, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 3LE

01245 379 545 01245 379 545

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Opening Times

Lunch
Mon Closed
Tue Closed
Wed Closed
Thu Closed
Fri 12:00-13:30
Sat 12:00-13:30
Sun 12:00-15:30
Dinner
Mon Closed
Tue Closed
Wed Closed
Thu 18:30-20:30
Fri 18:30-20:30
Sat 18:30-20:30
Sun Closed
All day
Mon Closed
Tue Closed
Wed Closed
Thu 12:00-23:00
Fri 12:00-00:00
Sat 12:00-00:00
Sun 12:00-21:00

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