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Essen Restaurant, Stanthorpe, AU-QLD

Essen Restaurant

4.9
4.9
587 Reviews
$A41 to $A100
Modern Australian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
Welcome to our home...
In an effort to leave a small footprint we have created an evolving set menu that best reflect the season & local availability
(BYO alcohol only!)

PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT SERVICE THE LANDLINE, for all inquiries, cancellations and changes to your reservation please head to essenstanthorpe.com.au and drop us a line via the contact form, thank you!

We have a grow local, eat local approach...
Here at Essen we strive to provide delicious, wholesome food prepared with the freshest local ingredients and products that highlight our regions best growers and artisans

We are a small team with a passion for food and hospitality. We offer you a comfortable environment to share honest food with good friends.
We look forward to sharing with you our joy for food, eating it, growing it and cooking it.

Mahlzeit!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $A41 to $A100
  • Cuisines
    Modern Australian, Farm-to-table, European
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Thu–Sat 6:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (07) 0000 0000
  • Website
    https://essenstanthorpe.com.au/
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Clarissa Pabst

Menu

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What 587 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.8Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • South Queensland

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Essen Restaurant offers a delightful dining experience in Stanthorpe, blending modern Australian cuisine with European influences. Guests rave about the "exceptional food" and "outstanding service," highlighting the cozy ambiance and creative use of local produce. With a set menu that changes weekly, Essen promises "a tasting sensation" that's highly recommended for food enthusiasts.

587 Reviews

  1. Julie

    Queensland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was outstanding, Amy was amazing looking after us. Recommend to anyone who wants a great dining experience.

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  2. Holly

    Brisbane

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sooooo delicious. Great service. Will definitely try to get back

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  3. Jonathan

    Brisbane

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 31 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    This is our second trip to Essen. This time we were driving from Melbourne to Ipswich, but made a detour to stay in Stanthorpe, and dine at Essen. Once again, we were delighted with the food. Clarissa is a wonderfully innovative chef. Every course is a delicious surprise. I was born,and grew up in Stanthorpe. Nothing like Essen existed in those days though I well remember eating Chicken Chow Mien at Hong Sings. We will certainly return to Essen. Thank You, Jonathan Thomas

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  4. Kylie

    Queensland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 31 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Essen is always exceptional. It's small and intimate but caters for groups. The food is locally sourced and great quality. The meals are outstanding. We go back on a regular basis and absolutely cannot recommend highly enough.

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  5. John

    Tropical QLD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 31 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    A Stanthorpe gem that 'punches well above its weight'!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Brisbane

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 25 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have been wanting to come to Essen for years. And finally made it. Our experience did not disappoint and was most certainly worth the wait. Communication with the restaurant before booking was easy and they were very patient and accomodating when I needed to make some changed to our booking. The food was delicious and the atmosphere was pleasant and friendly very cosy. I would recommend taking a look and a little walk out into the courtyard too. Look forward to coming back!

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  7. James

    Queensland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful food, and excellent service. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to anyone who appreciates beautiful food and beautifully presented. An absolutely delightful experience. Can't wait to go back again soon.

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  8. Chris

    Queensland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Such a quaint little restaurant, unassuming from the outside but so warm & welcoming on the inside! The food was amazing & staff proudly described the dish they were serving so you understood what you were eating. Well done the whole team - such an enjoyable night out!

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  9. Sharon

    Brisbane

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What an amazing restaurant would highly recommend dining here if you are in the area. Will definitely be back

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  10. Gabrielle

    Brisbane

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 27 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best restaurant in Stanthorpe. Great set menu using local produce. Worth the drive from Brisbane!

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Essen Restaurant is rated 4.9 stars by 587 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Essen Restaurant

2 McGregor Tce, Stanthorpe, AU-QLD 4380

Additional information

  • Area
    Stanthorpe
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Thu–Sat 6:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $A41 to $A100
  • Cuisines
    Modern Australian, Farm-to-table, European
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Clarissa Pabst
  • Additional
    Indoor Fireplace
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