BREAKFAST AT THE ALMANACK |
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| Served Daily 8:30am - 11:30am | |
| The old proverb demands that we should eat breakfast like Kings (and Queens). We serve up the favourites and always prioritise quality produce – our eggs and bacon are free-range and our sausages are from Jimmy Butler’s farm. Starting the day has never tasted so good. | |
BREAKFAST | |
| AMERICAN PANCAKES (V) Cherry Compote | 7.00 |
| SHAKSHUKA (V) Baked Free-range Eggs, Spicy Tomato, Garlic & Peppers | 7.75 |
| SEVERN & WYE SMOKED SALMON Scrambled Egg & Toasted Sourdough | 9.00 |
| EGGS BENEDICT English Muffin, Roast Ham, Free-range Poached Eggs & Hollandaise | 8.75 |
| CHILLI FRIED EGG & HALLOUMI BRIOCHE ROLL (V) Baby Spinach & Bloody Mary Ketchup | 6.00 |
| JIMMY BUTLER’S BACK BACON BLOOMER | 6.00 |
| JIMMY BUTLER’S SAUSAGE BLOOMER | 6.00 |
| VEGETARIAN FULL ENGLISH (V) Veggie Haggis, Spinach, Mushrooms & Tomatoes, Baked Beans, Free-range Poached Eggs & Toasted Sourdough | 11.50 |
| FULL ENGLISH BREAKFAST Jimmy Butler’s Sausage & Bacon, Mushroom, Black Pudding, Baked Beans, Tomatoes, Free-range Poached Eggs & Toasted Sourdough | 12.50 |
| TOASTED SOURDOUGH OR HOT BUTTERED ENGLISH MUFFIN (V) Tiptree Jam, Marmalade, Marmite or Organic Peanut Butter | 3.00 |
| SMASHED AVOCADO, FREE-RANGE POACHED EGGS (V) Spring Onion & Chilli on Toasted Sourdough | 8.50 |
| If you prefer gluten-free or dairy-free alternatives to our toast and butter, please ask. | |
SOFTS |
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| FRESH ORANGE JUICE | 3.00 |
| CRACKER JUICE Apple or Cranberry | 2.60 |
| CAWSTON PRESS Sparkling Drinks Made With Fresh Juice Cloudy Apple or Rhubarb | 3.30 |
| FROBISHERS Natural Fruit Juice With Nothing Artificial Apple & Mango or Orange & Passionfruit | 3.30 |
| JARR GINGER KOMBUCHA Fiery and Rich in Beneficial Probiotics With Organic Ginger Root | 4.00 |
HOT DRINKS |
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| Our speciality coffee is Union Hand-Roasted’s Compañero blend of beans from small-scale co-operatives in Peru and Honduras. Served with semi-skimmed milk. Swap dairy milk for soya or oat for 30p. Decaf tea and coffee also available. | |
| DOUBLE ESPRESSO | 2.60 |
| AMERICANO, CORTADO | 2.90 |
| CAPPUCCINO, FLAT WHITE, LATTE | 3.10 |
| HOT CHOCOLATE | 3.20 |
| LUXURY HOT CHOCOLATE | 3.30 |
| A POT OF PROPER YORKSHIRE TEA | 2.60 |
| A POT OF TWININGS TEA | 2.75 |
| Earl Grey, Green Tea, Peppermint, Lemon & Ginger, Camomile & Honey, Spicy Chai | |
| FRESH MINT TEA | 2.75 |
STIFFENERS | |
| CHAMPAGNE MIMOSA | 8.75 |
| APEROL SPRITZ | 8.25 |
| BLOODY MARY | 8.50 |
| STRAWBERRY BELLINI | 7.50 |
| (VE) Vegan Dishes |
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| (V) Vegetarian Dishes |
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| Children are heartily welcome and we’re happy to make simplified versions of dishes, or half portions at half price. An optional 10% service is added to parties of six or more, all tips go to the team. Allergens: before ordering, please speak to our team. Dishes are prepared in busy kitchens containing all ingredients, we cannot guarantee any dish to be totally free from allergens. If you want to know more about how our dishes are cooked or prepared, please talk to us. | |
| CHRISTMAS AT THE ALMANACK | |
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Served Wednesday 24th November until Christmas Eve Two Courses 26.50 or Three Courses 31.00 Includes donation to Fareshare A UK charity aimed at fighting hunger and tackling food waste |
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STARTERS |
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| CROWN PRINCE PUMPKIN SOUP (VE) Toasted Seeds & Rustic Wholemeal Croutons | |
| VENISON, BACON & PHEASANT TERRINE Cranberry Chutney & Toast | |
| BAKED SOMERSET CAMEMBERT (V) Truffle Honey, Walnut Crust & Sourdough | |
| KING PRAWN COCKTAIL Crab Mayonnaise | |
MAINS |
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| ROAST FREE-RANGE TURKEY Roots, Savoy Cabbage, Roast Potatoes, Chipolatas & Stuffing | |
| BRAISED BLADE OF BEEF Crispy Maple-cured Ham, Roasted Roots & Creamy Mash | |
| MUSHROOM, CHESTNUT & SPINACH PIE (VE) Squash Purée | |
| PAN-FRIED SALMON Leeks, Edamame & White Bean Sauce, Gremolata | |
| STEAK DIANE Aubrey Allen’s Fillet Steak Medallions, Thick-cut Chips, Creamy Mushroom & Shallot Sauce (+5.50 supplement) | |
PUDDINGS |
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| CHOCOLATE TRUFFLE CHEESECAKE (V) Black Cherry Compote & Crème Fraîche | |
| CHRISTMAS PUDDING TART (V) Brandy Custard | |
| MULLED WINE POACHED PEAR (VE) Blackcurrant Sorbet | |
| BEAUVALE & RUTLAND RED Crackers & Chutney | |
| (V) Vegetarian Dishes |
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| (VE) Vegan Dishes | |
| Children are heartily welcome, please ask to see our Children's Christmas Menu. An optional 10% service is added to parties of six or more, all tips go to the team. Allergens: before ordering, please speak to our team. Dishes are prepared in busy kitchens containing all ingredients, we cannot guarantee any dish to be totally free from allergens. If you want to know more about how our dishes are cooked or prepared, please talk to us. | |
| WINTER AT THE ALMANACK | |
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APÉRITIFS |
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| Champagne Piper-Heidsieck | 9.50 |
| Kir Royale | 10.00 |
| Aperol Spritz | 8.25 |
| Villa Ascenti Peach Grand Gin & Tonic | 9.50 |
SMALL PLATES |
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| JIMMY BUTLER’S HONEY MUSTARD CHIPOLATAS Spring Onions & Crispy Shallots | 4.95 |
| NOCERELLA, GAETA, CERIGNOLA OLIVES (VE) | 3.95 |
| HALLOUMI FRIES & BLOODY MARY KETCHUP (V) | 5.75 |
| WARM CIABATTA, GARLIC BUTTER (V) | 4.95 |
| SHAWARMA-SPICED HOUMOUS (VE) Crispy Chickpeas & Flatbread | 4.75 |
STARTERS |
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| CROWN PRINCE PUMPKIN SOUP (VE) Toasted Seeds & Rustic Wholemeal Croutons | 6.25 |
| PAN-FRIED NATIVE SCALLOPS Puréed Cauliflower & Sherry-soaked Raisins | 12.00 |
| BAKED SOMERSET CAMEMBERT (V) Truffle Honey, Walnut Crust & Sourdough | 8.95 |
| KING PRAWN COCKTAIL Crab Mayonnaise | 9.50 |
| VENISON, BACON & PHEASANT TERRINE Cranberry Chutney, Toast | 8.75 |
| MOROCCAN-BAKED BEETROOT & LENTIL SALAD (VE) Hazelnuts, Coriander & Mint, Yoghurt Dressing & Dukkah | 7.00/13.00 |
| Add Honey & Mustard Pork 3.50 or Halloumi Croutons 3.00 (V) | |
| A 25p contribution from this salad goes to Peach Foundation, which raises funds to support good causes in our local communities. | |
MAINS |
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| FREE-RANGE CHICKEN SCHNITZEL Rocket, Parmesan & Fries | 17.00 |
| BRAISED BLADE OF BEEF Crispy Maple-cured Ham, Roasted Roots & Creamy Mash | 18.50 |
| PAN-FRIED SALMON Leeks, Edamame & White Bean Sauce, Gremolata | 18.50 |
| SRI LANKAN SPINACH, SWEET POTATO & CHICKPEA CURRY (VE) Cashews, Coconut Sambal, Basmati Rice & Chapati | 14.75 |
| FISH & CHIPS Haddock Fillet, Crunchy Batter, Chips, Peas & Tartare Sauce | 15.00 |
| JERUSALEM ARTICHOKE, ROAST GARLIC & TRUFFLE RAVIOLI (VE) Wild Mushrooms & Pine Nuts | 14.75 |
| HONEY-GLAZED MERRIFIELD DUCK BREAST Savoy Cabbage & Smoked Bacon, Pomme Purée, Green Peppercorn Jus | 23.50 |
GRILLWe serve the best British beef. Grass-fed, naturally slow-grown on carbon-capturing pasture. 28 Day dry-aged by Aubrey Allen for incredible flavour. When only a steak will do, make it one of these beauties. Steaks served with Chips & Rocket Add Béarnaise or Peppercorn Sauce 2.00 | Add Garlic King Prawns 5.00 |
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| 8OZ RUMP CAP STEAK | 21.00 |
| 12OZ SIRLOIN ON THE BONE | 29.00 |
| STEAK DIANE - FILLET STEAK MEDALLIONS Mushroom, Shallot & Cream Sauce | 28.50 |
| Add extra 3oz Fillet Medallion 5.50 | |
| DIRTY VEGAN BURGER (VE) Marmite Onions, Smoked Cheese, Tomato Relish & Fries | 15.00 |
| AUBREY’S STEAK BURGER Cheddar Cheese, Burger Relish, Gherkin & Fries | 15.00 |
| Add Free-range Bacon 2.00 or Marmite Onions 1.50 | |
STONEBAKED PIZZAS |
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| PIZZA MARGHERITA (V) Polpa di Pomodoro, Fior di Latte Mozzarella & Basil | 9.50 |
| PIZZA BIANCA FUNGHI (V) Goats’ Cheese, Caramelised Onions, Crème Fraîche & Mushrooms | 11.50 |
| PIZZA PEPPERONI Polpa di Pomodoro, Fior di Latte Mozzarella & Pepperoni | 13.00 |
| Add Pepperoni 2.00 | Jalapeños 1.00 | Mushrooms 1.50 | Blue Cheese 1.50 | |
SIDES |
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| THICK-CUT CHIPS OR SKINNY FRIES (VE) | 4.00 |
| TRUFFLE MAC & CHEESE (V) | 3.75 |
| GREEN SALAD (VE) Chardonnay Vinaigrette, Toasted Pumpkin Seeds | 4.25 |
| ONION RINGS (V) | 4.00 |
| BUTTERED NEW POTATOES (V) | 4.00 |
| SAUTÉED BRUSSELS SPROUTS Confit Shallots, Maple-Cured Ham | 4.25 |
PUDS & BRITISH CHEESES |
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| WARM CHOCOLATE FONDANT (V) Crème Fraîche & Pistachio Crumb | 8.00 |
| CRÈME BRÛLÉE (V) Shortbread | 6.75 |
| MULLED WINE POACHED PEAR (VE) Blackcurrant Sorbet | 6.75 |
| AMARENA CHERRY BAKEWELL TART (V) Yoghurt Ice Cream | 7.50 |
| APPLE TARTE TATIN (VE) Vanilla Ice Cream | 7.25 |
| SALCOMBE DAIRY ICE CREAM & SORBET (V) | 6.00 |
| Choose Three: Vanilla, Chocolate, Raspberry Ripple, Honeycomb, Blackcurrant or Mango Sorbet | |
| MINI PUD & TEA OR COFFEE Chocolate Brownie or Smidgen of Cheese with your choice of Tea or Coffee | 6.25 |
| BRITISH CHEESE PLATE Beauvale & Rutland Red, Chutney, Apple & Peter’s Yard Crackers | 6.25 |
| (V) Vegetarian Dishes |
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| (VE) Vegan Dishes | |
| Children are heartily welcome and we’re happy to make simplified versions of dishes, or half portions at half price. An optional 10% service is added to parties of six or more, all tips go to the team. Allergens: before ordering, please speak to our team. Dishes are prepared in busy kitchens containing all ingredients, we cannot guarantee any dish to be totally free from allergens. If you want to know more about how our dishes are cooked or prepared, please talk to us. | |
SPECIALS
Our specials change daily, sourcing the best ingredients to fill our board full of interesting dishes, from exciting healthy plant-based dishes to indulgent blow-out treats. See our sample boards here, and look out for them around the pub to see what’s on offer each day.
| GLUTEN-FREE MENU | |
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| As our kitchens and fryers contain gluten, and dishes are prepared in busy kitchens containing all ingredients, we cannot guarantee any dish to be totally free from allergens. | |
APÉRITIFS |
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| Champagne Piper-Heidsieck | 9.50 |
| Kir Royale | 10.00 |
| Aperol Spritz | 8.25 |
| Villa Ascenti Peach Grand Gin & Tonic | 9.50 |
SMALL PLATES |
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| NOCERELLA, GAETA & CERIGNOLA OLIVES (VE) | 3.95 |
| SHAWARMA-SPICED HOUMOUS (VE) Crispy Chickpeas & Gluten-free Bread | 4.75 |
STARTERS |
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| CROWN PRINCE PUMPKIN SOUP (VE) Toasted Seeds | 6.25 |
| PAN-FRIED NATIVE SCALLOPS Puréed Cauliflower & Sherry-soaked Raisins | 12.00 |
| KING PRAWN COCKTAIL Crab Mayonnaise | 9.50 |
| BAKED SOMERSET CAMEMBERT (V) Truffle Honey, Walnut Crust & Gluten-free Toast | 8.95 |
| MOROCCAN-BAKED BEETROOT & LENTIL SALAD (VE) Hazelnuts, Coriander & Mint, Yoghurt Dressing & Dukkah | 7.00/13.00 |
| Add Honey & Mustard Pork 3.50 | |
| A 25p contribution from this salad goes to Peach Foundation, which raises funds to support good causes in our local communities. | |
MAINS |
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| PAN-FRIED SALMON Leeks, Edamame & White Bean Sauce, Gremolata | 18.50 |
| FREE-RANGE CHICKEN Rocket, Parmesan & New Potatoes | 17.00 |
| SRI LANKAN SPINACH, SWEET POTATO & CHICKPEA CURRY (VE) Cashews, Coconut Sambal, Basmati Rice | 14.75 |
| HONEY-GLAZED MERRIFIELD DUCK BREAST Savoy Cabbage & Smoked Bacon, Pomme Purée, Green Peppercorn Jus | 23.50 |
GRILLWe serve the best British beef. Grass-fed, naturally slow-grown on carbon-capturing pasture. 28 Day dry-aged by Aubrey Allen for incredible flavour. When only a steak will do, make it one of these beauties. Steaks served with New Potatoes & Rocket Add Béarnaise or Peppercorn Sauce 2.00 | Add Garlic King Prawns 5.00 |
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| 8OZ RUMP CAP STEAK | 21.00 |
| 12OZ SIRLOIN ON THE BONE | 29.00 |
SIDES |
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| BUTTERED NEW POTATOES (V) | 4.00 |
| GREEN SALAD (VE) Chardonnay Vinaigrette, Toasted Pumpkin Seeds | 4.25 |
| SAUTÉED BRUSSELS SPROUTS Confit Shallots, Maple-Cured Ham | 4.25 |
PUDS & BRITISH CHEESES |
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| MULLED WINE POACHED PEAR (VE) Blackcurrant Sorbet | 6.75 |
| AMARENA CHERRY BAKEWELL TART (V) Yoghurt Ice Cream | 7.50 |
| CRÈME BRÛLÉE (V) | 6.75 |
| SALCOMBE DAIRY ICE CREAM & SORBET (V) | 6.00 |
| Choose Three: Vanilla, Chocolate, Raspberry Ripple, Honeycomb, Blackcurrant or Mango Sorbet | |
| BRITISH CHEESE PLATE Beauvale & Rutland Red, Chutney, Apple & Gluten-free Toast | 6.25 |
| (V) Vegetarian Dishes |
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| (VE) Vegan Dishes |
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| Children are heartily welcome and we’re happy to make simplified versions of dishes, or half portions at half price. An optional 10% service is added to parties of six or more, all tips go to the team. Allergens: before ordering, please speak to our team. Dishes are prepared in busy kitchens containing all ingredients, we cannot guarantee any dish to be totally free from allergens. If you want to know more about how our dishes are cooked or prepared, please talk to us. | |
| SUNDAY BEST AT THE ALMANACK | |
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| We are serious about Sunday roasts, which is why you’ll find at least three choices on our menu every week. Settle in for top-quality beef from Aubrey Allen, Jimmy Butler’s free-range pork, or our delicious vegetarian wellington with all the glorious trimmings. It’s an age-old favourite for a reason. Long may it reign. | |
SMALL PLATES |
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| WARM CIABATTA & GARLIC BUTTER (V) | 4.95 |
| HALLOUMI FRIES & BLOODY MARY KETCHUP (V) | 5.75 |
| NOCERELLA, GAETA & CERIGNOLA OLIVES (VE) | 3.95 |
| JIMMY BUTLER’S HONEY MUSTARD CHIPOLATAS Spring Onions & Crispy Shallots | 4.95 |
STARTERS |
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| CROWN PRINCE PUMPKIN SOUP (VE) Toasted Seeds & Rustic Wholemeal Croutons | 6.25 |
| PAN-FRIED NATIVE SCALLOPS Puréed Cauliflower & Sherry-soaked Raisins | 12.00 |
| BAKED SOMERSET CAMEMBERT (V) Truffle Honey, Walnut Crust & Sourdough | 8.95 |
| KING PRAWN COCKTAIL Crab Mayonnaise | 9.50 |
| VENISON, BACON & PHEASANT TERRINE Cranberry Chutney, Toast | 8.75 |
SUNDAY ROASTSServed with Roast Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables, Roasted Roots, Yorkshire Pudding & Jugs of Gravy |
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| AUBREY ALLEN'S DRY-AGED RUMP OF BEEF | 17.00 |
| JIMMY BUTLER’S FREE-RANGE PORK & CRACKLING | 16.50 |
| ROAST OF THE DAY – PLEASE ASK | |
| VEGETARIAN WELLINGTON (V) Artichoke Heart, Spinach, Emmental & Pine Nuts | 15.50 |
MAINS |
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| PAN-FRIED SALMON Leeks, Edamame & White Bean Sauce, Gremolata | 18.50 |
| AUBREY ALLEN'S 12OZ SIRLOIN ON THE BONE Chips & Rocket | 29.00 |
| DIRTY VEGAN BURGER (VE) Marmite Onions, Smoked Cheese, Tomato Relish & Fries | 15.00 |
| MOROCCAN-BAKED BEETROOT & LENTIL SALAD (VE) Hazelnuts, Coriander & Mint, Yoghurt Dressing & Dukkah | 13.00 |
| Add Honey & Mustard Pork 3.50 or Halloumi Croutons 3.00 (V) | |
| A 25p contribution from every salad goes to Peach Foundation, which raises funds to support good causes in our local communities. | |
SIDES |
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| FREE-RANGE PORK & SAGE STUFFING | 3.75 |
| CAULIFLOWER CHEESE (V) | 4.50 |
| BUTTERED NEW POTATOES (V) | 4.00 |
| THICK-CUT CHIPS OR SKINNY FRIES (VE) | 4.00 |
| TRUFFLE MAC & CHEESE (V) | 3.75 |
| SAUTÉED BRUSSELS SPROUTS Confit Shallots, Maple-cured Ham | 4.25 |
PUDS & BRITISH CHEESES |
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| APPLE & BLACKBERRY CRUMBLE (V) Custard | 6.25 |
| CRÈME BRÛLÉE (V) Shortbread | 6.75 |
| WARM CHOCOLATE FONDANT (V) Crème Fraîche & Pistachio Crumb | 8.00 |
| AMARENA CHERRY BAKEWELL TART (V) Yoghurt Ice Cream | 7.50 |
| MULLED WINE POACHED PEAR (VE) Blackcurrant Sorbet | 6.75 |
| APPLE TARTE TATIN (VE) Vanilla Ice Cream | 7.25 |
| SALCOMBE DAIRY ICE CREAM & SORBET (V) | 6.00 |
| Choose Three: Vanilla, Chocolate, Raspberry Ripple, Honeycomb, Blackcurrant or Mango Sorbet | |
| MINI PUD Chocolate Brownie or Single Smidgen of Cheese & your choice of Tea or Coffee | 6.25 |
| BRITISH CHEESE PLATE Beauvale & Rutland Red, Chutney, Apple & Peter's Yard Crackers | 6.25 |
| (VE) Vegan Dishes |
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| (V) Vegetarian Dishes |
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| Children are heartily welcome and we’re happy to make simplified versions of dishes, or half portions at half price. An optional 10% service is added to parties of six or more, all tips go to the team. Allergens: before ordering, please speak to our team. Dishes are prepared in busy kitchens containing all ingredients, we cannot guarantee any dish to be totally free from allergens. If you want to know more about how our dishes are cooked or prepared, please talk to us. | |
| CHILDREN'S MENU | |
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| Don’t forget you are also welcome to eat from our main menu. Our Chefs are happy to make simpler versions of most dishes on our main menu, or a half portion at half the price. Our ketchup is Rubies in The Rubble, which has half the refined sugar compared to others, and you’ll find no artificial ingredients in our soft drinks. | |
STARTERS |
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| GARLIC BREAD (V) | 4.95 |
| HOUMOUS & CRUNCHY VEGETABLES (VE) | 4.50 |
| HALLOUMI FRIES (V) Rubies in the Rubble Ketchup | 5.75 |
MAINS |
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| All our chips are served unsalted, and all dishes served with vegetables. | |
| JIMMY BUTLER’S SAUSAGE & MASH Peas & Jug of Gravy | 7.50 |
| FISH & CHIPS Peas or Beans | 7.50 |
| AUBREY ALLEN'S STEAK BURGER Cheddar Cheese & Fries | 7.50 |
| SWEET POTATO, SPINACH & CHICKPEA CURRY (VE) Cashews, Basmati Rice & Chapati | 7.25 |
| MAC & CHEESE (V) Vegetable Sticks | 6.75 |
| PIZZA MARGHERITA (V) Polpa di Pomodoro, Fior di Latte Mozzarella & Basil | 5.50 |
PUDDINGS |
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| SALCOMBE DAIRY ICE CREAM OR SORBET SCOOP (V) | 2.75 |
| Vanilla, Chocolate, Raspberry Ripple, Honeycomb, Blackcurrant or Mango Sorbet | |
| CHOCOLATE BROWNIE Vanilla Ice Cream (V) | 4.00 |
SOFT DRINKS |
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| FROBISHERS JUICE | 3.30 |
| Apple & Mango or Orange & Passionfruit | |
| CAWSTON PRESS | 3.30 |
| Cloudy Apple or Rhubarb | |
| ORANGE OR APPLE JUICE | 2.00 |
| (VE) Vegan Dishes |
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| (V) Vegetarian Dishes |
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| Children are heartily welcome and we’re happy to make simplified versions of dishes, or half portions at half price. An optional 10% service is added to parties of six or more, all tips go to the team. Allergens: before ordering, please speak to our team. Dishes are prepared in busy kitchens containing all ingredients, we cannot guarantee any dish to be totally free from allergens. If you want to know more about how our dishes are cooked or prepared, please talk to us. | |
