The Star by Hackney Downs

Pub · Pub & bistroLower Clapton

1 dish marked gluten free

33 dishesmenu read 10 Novstarbyhackneydowns.co.uk

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Badges show only what the menu states. Dashed “Likely …”: our guess from the ingredients. Anything else: not listed, so ask staff.

Dragon Flame menu

Starters

Padron Peppers£8.95
Vegetarian. Vegetarian: Inferred from ingredients. Check with staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)
Chicken Wings, Choice of Glaze£9.95
Choice of hot honey glaze, BBQ, honey & sriracha or buffalo sauce
Smoky Vegan Tacos£10.95
Vegan. Vegan: Inferred from ingredients. Check with staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)
Oak-Smoked Beef Brisket Tacos£11.50
Mac & Cheese Croquettes£10.95
Truffle oil & parmesan
Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists croquette): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cheese, parmesan): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)
Salt & Pepper Squid£11.50
Squid ink aioli
Likely egg. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients (lists aioli): likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)Likely shellfish. Shellfish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists squid): likely contains shellfish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)

Burgers

Spicy Bean Burger£13.95
Brioche bun, vegan feta cheese, harissa dressing
Vegetarian. Vegetarian: Inferred from ingredients. Check with staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists brioche, bun): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)
Grilled Halloumi Burger£13.95
Brioche bun, aubergine, pepper salad & sriracha sauce
Vegetarian. Vegetarian: Inferred from ingredients. Check with staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists brioche, bun): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists halloumi): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)
Dry-Aged Cheeseburger£14.45
Double beef patty, brioche bun, baby gem lettuce, onion, pickles & American cheese
Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists brioche, bun): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cheese): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)
Hot Honey Firecracker£14.95
Double beef patty, brioche bun, baby gem lettuce, onion, hot honey, crispy bacon, pickles & jalapeños, crispy onion
Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists brioche, bun): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)
Oak-Smoked / Confit Duck Leg Burger£17.95
Brioche bun, caramelised onion, blue cheese, rocket & truffle oil
Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists brioche, bun): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cheese): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)Likely egg. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients (lists brioche): likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)
Dry-Aged Beef Brisket Wagyu Burger£16.95
Brioche bun, pickles, caramelised onion & mustard
Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists brioche, bun): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)Likely egg. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients (lists brioche): likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)
Loaded Bun£18.95
Double beef patty, oak-smoked beef brisket, brioche bun, baby gem lettuce, onions, pickles & mustard
Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists brioche, bun): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)

Sides

Chilli Fries / Plain Fries£4.95
Vegan. Vegan: Inferred from ingredients. Check with staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)
Loaded Beef Brisket Fries£11.95
Pulled smoked brisket, jalapeños, pickles, chipotle aioli & crispy onions
Likely egg. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients (lists aioli): likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)

Desserts

Sticky Toffee Pudding with Ice-Cream£7.50
Served with ice-cream
Vegetarian. Vegetarian: Inferred from ingredients. Check with staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists pudding): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)
Traditional Apple Crumble£7.50
Vegetarian. Vegetarian: Inferred from ingredients. Check with staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists crumble): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)
Homemade Chocolate Brownie£7.50
Vegetarian. Vegetarian: Inferred from ingredients. Check with staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists brownie): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)
Vegan Chocolat & Orange Tart£7.50
Vegan. Vegan: Inferred from ingredients. Check with staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)Free of gluten. Gluten: Venue says: labelled gluten free. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)Likely nuts. Nuts: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains nuts. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)
Ice-Cream Selection£5
Vegan options available
Vegan option. Can be made vegan: the menu offers a version without animal products. Say so when you order and confirm with staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)

Kids menu

Plain or Cheeseburger & Fries
Kids menu £9.50, under 12 years old
Can be made free of dairy. Dairy: The venue says it can be made dairy free (Plain burger (no cheese) option). Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)
Halloumi Burger & Fries
Kids menu £9.50, under 12 years old
Vegetarian. Vegetarian: Inferred from ingredients. Check with staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists halloumi): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)
Spiced Bean Burger & Fries
Kids menu £9.50, under 12 years old
Vegan. Vegan: Inferred from ingredients. Check with staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)
Chicken Burger & Fries
Kids menu £9.50, under 12 years old
Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)
Kids Ice Cream£3.50
Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cream, ice cream): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)

Dragon Flame Sunday roast menu

The Dragon Flame Roast (all served with seasonal vegetables,

Oak-Smoked Half Chicken£22.95
Brined with pink salt for 24h and smoked until 79°C (pinkish colour is from the curing)
Rare-Breed Roast Pork£22.95
Dry-Aged Oak-Smoked Beef Brisket Wagyu£26.95
Dry-Aged Roast Beef£23.95
Oak-Smoked / Confit Deboned Duck Leg£25.95
Celeriac, Spinach & Wild Mushroom Wellington£19.95
Three Beast Roast£29.50
¼ chicken, pork and roast beef

Kids menu

Kids Roast Choice£12.95
Chicken, pork or vegan welly
Vegan option. Can be made vegan: the menu offers a version without animal products. Say so when you order and confirm with staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)

The menu’s own key: (VE) = vegan / (V) = vegetarian · Ve = Vegan / V = Vegetarian · (VG) = vegan / (V) = vegetarian

What the menu saysPlease speak to our staff for allergen information or any dietary requirements.

Please speak to our staff for allergen information or any dietary requirements.

Catering menu

Catering: ordered ahead for groups, often priced per person. Not the restaurant's everyday menu.

Catering party platter menu

Platters

Mini Yorkies and Roast Beef£60
Pack of 10
Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Blinis£52
Pack of 10
Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cheese, cream): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)Likely fish. Fish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists salmon): likely contains fish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)
Pulled Pork Sliders£60
Pack of 10
Dry-Aged Cheeseburger Sliders£60
Pack of 10
Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)
Smoky Duck & Roquefort Sliders£60
Pack of 10
Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)
Halloumi & Spicy Honey Dressing Sliders£60
Pack of 10
Vegetarian. Vegetarian: Inferred from ingredients. Check with staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists halloumi): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)
Bean & Chickpea Sliders£60
Pack of 10
Vegan. Vegan: Inferred from ingredients. Check with staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)
Honey & Sriracha Wings£50
Pack of 10
Smoky Vegan Tacos£52
Pack of 10
Vegan. Vegan: Inferred from ingredients. Check with staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)
Dry-Aged Beef Tacos£52
Pack of 10
Pork Birria Tacos£52
Pack of 10
Chicken and Tarragon Croquettes£38
Pack of 10
Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists croquette): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)
Pork and Nduja Croquettes£38
Pack of 10
Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists croquette): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)
Beef Brisket Croquettes£38
Pack of 10
Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists croquette): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)
Smoked Lamb and Bourbon Croquettes£38
Pack of 10
Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists croquette): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)
Mac and Cheese Croquettes£38
Pack of 10
Vegetarian. Vegetarian: Inferred from ingredients. Check with staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists croquette): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cheese): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)

Bowls

French Fries£35
Apple and Chilli Asian Slaw£35
Vegan. Vegan: Inferred from ingredients. Check with staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)
Heritage Tomato Salad, Burrata and Basil Dressing£45
Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists burrata): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)
Moroccan Style Couscous£45
Vegan. Vegan: Inferred from ingredients. Check with staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists couscous): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)

Kids party platter catering menu

Sandwich platters

Sandwich Selection Platter£50
Ham & cheese, cheese & egg, mayo & cress (12 x sandwiches)
Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cheese): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)Likely egg. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients (lists egg, mayo): likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)

Burgers platters

Mini Cheeseburger & Fries£68
10 x burgers
Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)
Mini Halloumi Burger & Fries£68
10 x burgers
Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists halloumi): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)

Burgers

Plain Burger / Cheeseburger & Fries£9.50
Can be made free of dairy. Dairy: The venue says it can be made dairy free (Plain burger (no cheese) available). Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)
Spiced Bean Burger & Fries£9.50
Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)
Halloumi Burger & Fries£9.50
Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists halloumi): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)
Smoky Porky Bun & Fries£9.50
Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists bun): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)

Add ons & sides

Carrots, Cherry Tomatoes & Cucumber Platter£25
Seasonal Fruit Platter£25
Tomato and Basil Pasta Bowl£30
Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists pasta): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)
Mac & Cheese Tray£35
Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cheese): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)
Chicken Nuggets Platter£35
Fries Bowl£35

Seasonal menu

A one-off menu for an occasion. It may not be on offer now.

Christmas set menu

Pre-booking only

Christmas Set Menu£29.50
Starters: roasted pumpkin chilli & coconut soup, sourdough toast (vegan); chicken liver pate, onion chutney, rocket salad, sourdough toast…
Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists sourdough, toast, crouton): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cheese, goats cheese, mousse): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)Likely fish. Fish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists salmon): likely contains fish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 10 Nov 2026 (starbyhackneydowns.co.uk)

Good to know

Pub

Facts

Facts
Fact	Detail
Address	35 Queensdown Road, Lower Clapton, E5 8NN
Area	Hackney
Kind	Pub · Pub & bistro
Phone	+44 20 7458 4481
Website	starbyhackneydowns.co.uk
Booking	Online through Book online
Menu read	10 Nov 2026 from starbyhackneydowns.co.uk
Hours	Monday3pm–11pm Tuesday3pm–11pm Wednesday3pm–11pm Thursday3pm–11pm Friday3pm–midnight Saturday12pm–midnight Sunday12pm–11pm
Map	Open in Google Maps

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Allergen answers come from the menu’s labels first, then the listed ingredients, then a model’s judgement checked when unsure. How allergen status is decided.

Questions about The Star by Hackney Downs

Does The Star by Hackney Downs have gluten-free options?

Yes: 1 dish is gluten free as served, from the menu read 10 Nov 2026. Each dish shows whether the venue labelled it or it was read from the ingredients.

Is The Star by Hackney Downs coeliac friendly?

The venue notes: “Please speak to our staff for allergen information or any dietary requirements.”. Eatcrush reads each venue’s own menu and says where every answer came from. It never calls a dish safe: kitchens share fryers, boards and flour, and menus change. If you have coeliac disease or an allergy, confirm with staff before you order.

When is The Star by Hackney Downs open?

Monday: 3pm–11pm. Tuesday: 3pm–11pm. Wednesday: 3pm–11pm. Thursday: 3pm–11pm. Friday: 3pm–midnight. Saturday: 12pm–midnight. Sunday: 12pm–11pm. Hours can change on public holidays; check with the venue.

Can I book The Star by Hackney Downs online?

Yes, through Book online: https://starbyhackneydowns.co.uk/#

Menu

Dragon Flame menu

Starters

Burgers

Sides

Desserts

Kids menu

Dragon Flame Sunday roast menu

The Dragon Flame Roast (all served with seasonal vegetables,

Kids menu

Catering menu

Catering party platter menu

Platters

Bowls

Kids party platter catering menu

Sandwich platters

Burgers platters

Burgers

Add ons & sides

Seasonal menu

Christmas set menu

Good to know

Facts

What diners say

Where this comes from

Questions about The Star by Hackney Downs

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