Introducing Our Festive Christmas Menu
From 3rd December, our Christmas menu brings together classic festive flavours, winter warmth, and a little magic from The Sherborne kitchen. Gather, feast, and celebrate with us.
Alongside our festive menu, we’re delighted to now offer light lunches, featuring our comforting, freshly made croques.
Croques
£11
Croque Monsieur
Honey-glazed ham, Montgomery cheddar, silky béchamel. Classic, cosy, and ridiculously comforting. GFO
£11
£12
Croque Madame
All the cheesy goodness of Monsieur, crowned with a locally-poached egg. Extra decadence, zero regrets. GFO
£12
£13
Croque Royale
Smokey Severn & Wye salmon, rich béchamel, poached egg. Festive indulgence in every bite. GFO
£13
£11
Croque Champignon
Wild mushrooms, seasonal flair, creamy béchamel, toasted seeds. Earthy, cosy, and totally plant-powered. VG GFO
£11
To Start
£11
Miso Pork Croquette
Crispy, umami-packed, drizzled with truffle honey for that little holiday “wow!”
£11
£12
Prawn & Crab Cocktail
Hand-picked crab & prawns, spiced Marie Rose, Dorset sea-salted toast. Retro elegance with a festive twist.
£12
£9
Soup of the Day
Seasonal soup, granary bread, whipped house butter. Warm, cheerful, soul-hugging. GFO DFO VGO
£9
To Follow
£21
Turkey Ballotine
Turkey rolled with love, pig-in-blanket, herby stuffing, crispy roasties, winter greens, and lashings of gravy. Ultimate festive comfort. GF DF
£21
£22
Braised Beef
12-hour blade in bourguignon sauce, confit garlic mash, purple sprouting broccoli. Melt-in-your-mouth magic. GF DF
£22
£20
Pumpkin & Squash Mousse
Cloud-soft, nut-topped, plant-powered goodness with seasonal veg. Autumn in a dish. VG GF
£20
£20
Classic Fish Pie
Buttery herb mash over creamy fish, served with seasonal greens. Cozy, indulgent, and irresistible. GF
£20
£19
Dorset Cider-Battered Fish & Chips
Crisp cider-bubbled batter, crushed minted peas, tangy tartare, golden chips. Winter seaside in every bite. GF DF
£19
Chef’s Steak & Chips
Perfectly cooked, peppercorns, Dorset watercress. Because you deserve it. GF MP
Puddings
£9
Salted Caramel Brownie
Oozy, sea-salt kissed, with vanilla ice cream. Sweet magic.
£9
£9
Boozy Sherry Trifle
Madeira sponge, fruit compote, cocoa nibs, cloud-soft cream. Retro cheer.
£9
£9
Baileys & White Chocolate Cheesecake
Fudge sauce, Chantilly cream. Festive decadence, taken seriously.
£9
£9
Marmalade Bread & Butter Pudding
Layers of buttery bread, custard, and citrus zing. Winter warmth in a bowl.
£9
£10
Southwest Cheese Plate
Chef’s selection, warm treacle bread, apple & fig chutney. Savoury swoon.
£10
£3 per scoop
Artisan Scoops
A curated selection of velvety gelatos and bright sorbets — indulgent, refreshing, and crafted with care. V VG GF
£3 per scoop
£7
Espresso Encore (formerly Affogato)
Rich vanilla ice cream “drowned” in a shot of espresso — Rich, dramatic, and perfectly staged. V GF
£7
£9
The Encore (formerly Sgroppino)
Zesty lemon sorbet uplifted with prosecco and a whisper of vodka — sparkling, playful, and the final act of the evening.
£9