Colchester, ENGLAND, Colchester CO1 1DZ, UK · $$
In the shadow of a car park in England's oldest town, because it's still a town to us. Kintsu is dragging Essex from the culinary dark ages serving ingredient led tasting menus inspired by the diversity of modern Britain.
“This is a seriously hidden gem! You come out the back of the NCP and you are on top of this amazing venue. You soon realise that there are three staff, chef, a sous and the front of house staff member. There are around 18-20 covers and its a well appointed venue with comfortable seating. The greeting and service were very friendly and informative. Each course was quite subtle in flavour and stunningly presented. The flavours were superb and beautifully balanced too. Its a great experience worth the hours drive In each direction. I strongly recommend this restaurant. Do try the 7 course taster menu. Its great value and really tasty. My highlight was going to be the pork and then came along the yuzu and I was totally SOLD! Had a great chat to chef, what a nice guy really committed to his art! Nice clean toilets upstairs.”
“Every dish was bursting with flavour, and the wine pairing elevated each one even further. The service was attentive and faultless. This restaurant truly earns its place in the Michelin Guide, and I'd highly recommend it for a special occasion.”
“This place is a MUST VISIT! The staff are attentive and friendly, the setting is welcoming with chic decor and lighting and the food? Perfection and flavour in every delectable mouthful. Our group of 8 booked for Saturday owing to being away on a girls weekend to a local Air B n B. On has a severe nut and fish allergy and another has a dairy intolerance. The way it was handled was gold standard, each course was modified by the chef and served with consideration. Jack was our server and went above and beyond for our table. I can't wait to visit again the future. The partridge course was my favourite dish.”
“Had a fantastic meal here on Thursday night. Friendly, welcoming and knowledgable staff and above all, we really enjoyed the short tasting menu which was 5 courses as well as a few extra bites including some of the best sourdough bread I’ve tasted! The perfect place if you want to celebrate something or just indulge in very high quality food! Thanks Kintsu, we will definitely be back.”
“This was my second visit, and had a wonderful evening with my husband - we had the full tasting menu and wine pairing which was fantastic. We chose not to look at the menu ahead of time, so each course was it's own surprise. All courses were wonderfully cooked, and we're deliciously fresh, local and autumnal flavours. A treat and a real joy - so glad you reopened. Already looking forward to coming back.”
11a North Hill, Colchester, ENGLAND CO1 1DZ, GB
Open in MapsWebsite
kintsu.co.ukNever miss a table
Watch Kintsuand we'll alert you.
