Pub meals perfected: Discover Chef & Brewer's signature dishes
Hearty, delicious, top-quality pub food – it doesn't get much better than this! From traditional classics like Hand-Battered Cod & Chips to superbly fresh chef's specials that change with the seasons, there's nowhere better to enjoy a fabulous pub meal than a Chef & Brewer pub near you.
Yep, our extensive menu of pub favourites is a joy to behold, even if we do say so ourselves, but having so many delightful options on offer is enough to have anyone feeling a touch indecisive. Don't worry, we're here to help – let's take a closer look at some of our superb signature dishes.
To start...
Every great pub meal starts with something spectacular. Whether you usually opt for something light and fresh to save room for the main event, or rich and indulgent (because why not?), our starters really do set the tone for a meal to remember.
Whipped Goat's Cheese
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Sticky Barbecue Chicken
If you like your pub food with a little kick, our Sticky Barbecue Chicken is just the ticket. Perfectly crispy chicken strips tossed in a sweet and sticky Korean barbecue sauce, topped with fresh chilli and coriander for a burst of freshness and a whisper of heat.
Pan-Fried King Prawns
When it comes to pub food starters, you simply can't go wrong with prawns. Whether you like yours grilled, sauteed or drowned in Marie Rose sauce, they're a failsafe option. However, our Pan-Fried King Prawns take things to the next level, with wild garlic butter, a bravas sauce and perfectly toasted sourdough bread.
Marvellous mains
On to the star of the show! Each of our delicious mains is unique, from the proper pub grub classics to the seasonal specials that take advantage of ripe produce at its very best. There's something for every occasion, so let's have a browse...
British Slow-Cooked Steak & Ale Pie
When you think of classic pub food, what springs to mind? If you ask us, you really can't beat a rich, savoury pie, so allow us to introduce our British Slow-Cooked Steak & Ale Pie. With a shortcrust pastry base and a flaky puff pastry lid, it's comfort food heaven. We serve this traditional favourite with herb-roasted carrots, seasonal veg and your choice of fluffy chips or buttery mash. And of course, it wouldn't be complete without lashings of thick, savoury gravy.
Grilled Sea Bass & King Prawn Risotto
There's a knack to getting risotto just right, and we've cracked it. Not to give away our secrets or anything, but our crowd-pleasing Grilled Sea Bass & King Prawn Risotto is cooked in fragrant white wine for a subtle acidity that complements its creamy richness, not forgetting peas for little pops of freshness. We then top it with a tender, flaky sea bass fillet and juicy pan-fried king prawns.
Roasted Vegetable Grain Salad & Halloumi
Don't worry, we're not leaving the veggies out. If you fancy something light and satisfying for a quick pub lunch, or you're simply craving the delightful squeak of halloumi cheese, our Roasted Vegetable Grain Salad & Halloumi calling your name. Far from a few meagre lettuce leaves, this salad comprises mixed leaves, lentils, quinoa, roasted beetroot, red onion, butternut squash, tomato and cucumber ribbons, all drizzled with lemon and parsley oil and topped with that all-important grilled halloumi.
Alternatively, you keep things vegan by swapping the halloumi for roasted butternut squash.
The finale
We all deserve something sweet from time to time, so go on, treat yourself! Our delightfully indulgent puddings are everything you’ve dreamed of and more.
Sticky Toffee Pudding
Another comfort food classic, our Sticky Toffee Pudding is just the right balance of fabulously fluffy and deliciously dense. Of course, we serve ours with a rich date and sultana toffee sauce, it's nostalgia on a plate!
Triple Chocolate Brownie
Here's one for the chocolate fanatics – not once, not twice, but THRICE the chocolate! Our Triple Chocolate Brownie really is a decadent treat, with lashings of thick, gooey chocolate sauce and a scoop of clotted cream ice cream on top. Perfect for special occasions or when you just need your chocolate fix.
Something on the side
You know when you just fancy a little bit of everything? Or when you're extra hungry, and three courses simply won't do? That sounds like a job for our superb sides. Ideal for creating a picky platter or adding to a full-on feast.
Halloumi Fries
You can never have too much halloumi, and here at Chef & Brewer, we're certified cheese fanatics! Squeaky, savoury and made for dipping, our Halloumi Fries are great as a satisfying beer garden snack or alongside your main meal.
Chips
Come on, it doesn't get better than this. The ultimate pub comfort food, chips are timeless, dependable and endlessly versatile. You can have chips with just about anything, particularly when they're golden, fluffy and cooked to perfection (like ours are).
Cottage Pie Croquettes
We love a hearty cottage pie, and we love croquettes, especially when they're crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, so we thought we'd create something that gives you the best of both worlds. And trust us when we say the crunch on these beauties is absolutely sensational.
Classic pairings
Every exceptional course requires a terrific tipple to take things to the next level. Lucky for the fervent foodies and amateur sommeliers among us, our bars are full of refreshing sips to accompany your pub food. From quality wines and classic ales to sip alongside your Sunday roast to zesty cocktails and spritzes for when you're enjoying some picky bits in the beer garden, a special meal deserves an equally special drink, don't you agree?
Here are a few perfect pairings for your pub food feast:
Light and fresh
Starting with our Pan-Fried King Prawns or perhaps our Crispy Squid? Pair your seafood starter with a light, fresh tipple that isn't too overpowering, so you get the most of that delicate flavour and subtle sweetness. Try a chilled glass of Punto de Vista Sauvignon Blanc or a St Germain Hugo Spritz if you like refreshing, floral notes in your tipple.
Rich and hearty
When it's cold outside or you're feeling a little under the weather, nothing soothes the soul quite like hearty comfort food. Take our British Slow-Cooked Steak & Ale Pie, for example, or even our timeless Toad in the Hole. A rich, filling main calls for a drink with just as much character, so why not opt for a nice cask ale, or perhaps a glass of La Ronde Organic Chilean Merlot?
Sweet and decadent
If dessert wine isn't really your thing, don't worry, we've got plenty of sweet sips on the menu to help round off your delicious pub meal. For instance, why not pair your zesty Clementine Tart with a sweet and refreshing Clean Blood Orange Spritz? Or go all out and enjoy a luxurious Espresso Martini with your Triple Chocolate Brownie.
Enjoy top-notch pub meals near you
Whether you're planning a special celebration with the people you love, or you simply fancy a night off cooking (because you deserve it), head to a Chef & Brewer pub near you for a pub meal that's always a crowd-pleaser. Don't forget, we have plenty of kid-approved options for the little ones and a fantastic range of veggie, vegan and gluten-free treats, so nobody has to miss out on something delicious.