"The welcome is always great and the food is absolutely excellent. I like that it is locally sourced and fresh with amazing flavours and presentation."
Step into our First Class Pullman dining carriage and enjoy the very best in contemporary International and British cuisine. We serve popular, honest, traditional dishes, alongside seasonal specials and more adventurous fusion fare.
Book your own cosy restaurant booth, eat in the bar or enjoy the light and spacious Observation Carriage that opens out into the hotel courtyard. In warmer weather, diners can eat al fresco in the courtyard or undercover on ‘Platform 2’.
As well as breakfast, lunch and dinner we serve a quintessentially English Afternoon Tea.
With the New Forest on our doorstep, we’re spoilt for superb local producers which allows us to keep food miles to a minimum. All our meat is grass-fed and pasture-raised, animals are selected directly from farms in Hampshire or Wessex, and then all the meat is hand-cut. Our beef is from Pedigree Dexter cattle raised on the Isle of Wight. Beef steaks are age-matured for 28 days and another 3 days at the Railway Hotel.
We’re close to the coast too, so all our fresh fish and seafood are boat-to-table within twenty-four hours and sustainably line-caught where possible.
The Railway Hotel welcomes all ages. Family bookings are most welcome and our children’s menu means we serve nutritious, appetizing and well-balanced portion sizes to all the family. Special consideration is taken so that all kinds of dietary desires are catered for including vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free. Make sure you leave a little space for dessert as our award-winning head chef has a passion for pastry!
The Railway Hotel is a cashless venue, we accept card payments only.
Key: V – Vegetarian VE – Vegan N – Contains Nuts GF – Gluten Free GFO – Gluten Free Option CTG – Contains traces of Gluten VEO – Vegan Option Available GFA* – Can be gluten-free ** – Can be vegan
STARTERS
| Soup of the Day (GFA*) | £6.95 | |
| served with Croutons & Sourdough Bread | ||
| Pan-Fried Scallops GF | £10.95 | |
| Braised Puy Lentils, Butternut Squash Two Ways, Lime & Coriander Salad | ||
| Pressed Duck Leg Terrine GFA* | £7.95 | |
| Orange & Pistachio Salad, Cranberry Chutney, Melba Toast | ||
| Mulled Wine Poached Pear GF | £6.95 | |
| Shaved Celery, Pickled Grapes,Blue Cheese Crumbs,Pea shoots | ||
Please note that this is a sample menu. We work with fresh produce delivered daily and our kitchen will update our menus from time to time. All our food is prepared onsite in a kitchen where allergens are present. We work very hard to make our kitchen allergy-friendly.
However, if you have an allergy, please do tell the waiting staff who will be able to assist and recommend dishes for you. The allergen folder is available upon request.
A La Carte
| Classic Fish & Chips | £18.95 | |
| Hand Cut Chips, Tartar Sauce, Peas & Lemon | ||
| Shepherd’s Pie GF | £13.95 | |
| Creamy mashed potato, Mixed Vegetables, Rosemary jus | ||
| Homemade Fish Pie GF | £15.95 | |
| Salmon, Smoked Haddock & White Fish with mixed Vegetables | ||
| Fish of the Day . | MARKET PRICE | |
| Ask your server for more details | ||
| Steak of the Day GF | £24.95 | |
| Dauphinoise Potatoes, Green Beans, Cherry Vine Tomatoes, Diane Sauce | ||
| Lamb’s Liver GF | £11.95 | |
| with Creamy Mashed Potato, Savoy Cabbage & Onion Gravy | ||
| Bean & Root Vegetable Cassoulet V,VG,VGA* | £14.95 | |
| with Toasted Sourdough Bread | ||
| Classic Beef Lasagne | £14.95 | |
| Served with House Salad & Garlic bread | ||
| Railway Beef Burger GFA* | £16.95 | |
| Brioche Bun, Caramelised Onions, Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Gherkin, Salad, Triple Cooked Chips | ||
| Railway Vegetarian Burger (VG/V) | £14.95 | |
| Vegan Bun, Guacamole, Salsa, Grilled Bell Peppers, Baby Gem Lettuce, Tomato, Gherkin, Salad, Triple Cooked Chips | ||
All our food is prepared onsite in a kitchen where allergens are present. We work very hard to make our kitchen allergy-friendly.
However, if you have an allergy, please do tell the waiting staff who will be able to assist and recommend dishes for you. The allergen folder is available upon request.
SIDES
| Hand-Cut Chips CTG | £3.50 | |
| Creamy Mashed Potatoes . | £3.50 | |
| Skinny Fries CTG | £3.50 | |
| Herb New Potatoes GF | £3.50 | |
| Wilted Greens GF | £3.50 | |
| Green Beans & Almond GF, N | £3.50 | |
| Mixed Vegetables GF | £3.50 | |
| Pea, Bacon & Shallots GF | £3.50 | |
All our food is prepared onsite in a kitchen where allergens are present. We work very hard to make our kitchen allergy-friendly.
However, if you have an allergy, please do tell the waiting staff who will be able to assist and recommend dishes for you. The allergen folder is available upon request.
DESSERTS
| Jacqueline François Cake GF | £6.95 | |
| Chocolate Sauce & Mint Chocolate Ice Cream | ||
| Autumn Fruit & Hazelnut Crumble GF | £6.95 | |
| Ginger Custard | ||
| Cherry Bakewell Tart | £7.50 | |
| with Roasted Figs, Cherry Puree & Vanilla Ice cream | ||
| Apple Tart Tatin | £7.95 | |
| Salted Caramel Sauce, Vanilla & Calvados Chantilly | ||
| Selection of Ice Creams | 1 scoop £3.95 or 2 scoop £5.95 | |
| Selection of Local Cheeses (*) | 3 for £6.25 5 for £8.95 |
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| Crackers, Grapes, Celery, Chutney | ||
All our food is prepared onsite in a kitchen where allergens are present. We work very hard to make our kitchen allergy-friendly.
However, if you have an allergy, please do tell the waiting staff who will be able to assist and recommend dishes for you. The allergen folder is available upon request.
SANDWICHES
Available 12:00 – 14:30
All are served on brown or white bloomer bread with salad and crisps. GF available
| Honey Roast Ham & Plum Tomato GFA* | £6.95 | |
| with Wholegrain Mustard | ||
| Mediterranean Tuna Mayo Crunch GF | £7.50 | |
| Red Onions, Cucumber, Peppers, Mixed Leaves | ||
| Cheddar Cheese GF | £6.50 | |
| with Branston Pickle | ||
| Roasted Pork GF | £6.95 | |
| with Apple Sauce | ||
| Roasted Beef GF | £7.50 | |
| with Horseradish Sauce | ||
All our food is prepared onsite in a kitchen where allergens are present. We work very hard to make our kitchen allergy-friendly.
However, if you have an allergy, please do tell the waiting staff who will be able to assist and recommend dishes for you. The allergen folder is available upon request.
AFTERNOON TEA
Charming, nostalgic, and luxurious Railway afternoon tea
Available 12:00-16:00
| Railway Afternoon Tea | £19.25 | |
| Two Freshly Baked Scones (Fruit & Plain), Clotted Cream, Strawberry Jam Egg Mayonnaise & Watercress Sandwich, Ham & Tomato Sandwich, Cheese & Ale Chutney Sandwich, Salmon & Cream Blini Chef’s Selection of Sweet Pastries, Your Choice of Tea or Coffee |
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| Children’s Afternoon Tea | £15.50 | |
| Delicious Finger Sandwiches: Cucumber & Cream Cheese, Ham, Cheddar Cheese & Tomato, Crudities Chocolate Brownie Bites, Two Freshly Baked Scones, Clotted Cream, Strawberry Jam Your Choice of Apple Juice, Warm Milk, or Hot Chocolate |
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| Railway Afternoon Tea with Bubbles | £24.95 | |
| Two Freshly Baked Scones (Fruit & Plain), Clotted Cream, Strawberry Jam Egg Mayonnaise & Watercress Sandwich, Ham & Tomato Sandwich, Cheese & Ale Chutney Sandwich, Salmon & Cream Blini Chef’s Selection of Sweet Pastries, Your Choice of Tea or Coffee A Glass of Bubbles |
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| Children’s Afternoon Tea | £15.50 | |
| Delicious Finger Sandwiches: Cucumber & Cream Cheese, Ham, Cheddar Cheese & Tomato, Crudities Chocolate Brownie Bites, Two Freshly Baked Scones, Clotted Cream, Strawberry Jam Your Choice of Apple Juice, Warm Milk, or Hot Chocolate |
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| Railway Cream Tea | £8.95 | |
| Two Freshly Baked Scones (Fruit & Plain), Clotted Cream, Strawberry Jam, Tea & Coffee |
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All our food is prepared onsite in a kitchen where allergens are present. We work very hard to make our kitchen allergy-friendly.
However, if you have an allergy, please do tell the waiting staff who will be able to assist and recommend dishes for you. The allergen folder is available upon request.
PLATFORM 1 – Morsels
£9.95 – Including a re-fill glass of orange or blackcurrant squash, main meal & dessert
Choose a main
| Pork Sausages & Gravy (GF) | ||
| Ham and a Fried Egg (GF) | ||
| Lemon & Herb Fish Goujons . | ||
| Veggie Meatballs, Tomato Sauce, Penne Pasta (VE/GF) | ||
Choose two sides
| Fries . | ||
| Mashed Potato . | ||
| Salad . | ||
| Peas and Carrots . | ||
Choose a dessert
| Cherry Chocolate Brownie with vanilla ice cream . | ||
| Ice Cream . | ||
All our food is prepared onsite in a kitchen where allergens are present. We work very hard to make our kitchen allergy-friendly.
However, if you have an allergy, please do tell the waiting staff who will be able to assist and recommend dishes for you. The allergen folder is available upon request.
Starters
| Homemade Soup of the Day (GFA*) | £7.95 | |
| served with Crusty Bread and Butter | ||
| Confit Duck Leg Terrine GFA* | £7.95 | |
| Real Ale Chutney, Melba Toast, Pea Shoots | ||
| Mushroom Arancini (V) | £6.50 | |
| Baby Gem Lettuce , Blue Cheese Dressing | ||
| Crispy Calamari | £7.95 | |
| Lemon, Mayonnaise | ||
| Crispy Whitebait | £7.95 | |
| Aioli | ||
Sunday Roasts
| TOPSIDE ABERDEEN ANGUS BEEF |
£19.95 | |
| served with Roasted Potatoes, Yorkshire Pudding, Seasonal Vegetables and Gravy | ||
| ROASTED LEMON & THYME CHICKEN |
£18.95 | |
| served with Roasted Potatoes, Yorkshire Pudding, Seasonal Vegetables and Gravy | ||
| ROASTED PORK LEG |
£18.95 | |
| served with Roasted Potatoes, Yorkshire Pudding, Seasonal Vegetables and Gravy | ||
| VEGAN COUNTRY NUT ROAST GF | £17.95 | |
| served with Roasted Potatoes, Yorkshire Pudding, Seasonal Vegetables and Gravy | ||
Mains
| Classic Fish & Chips | £16.95 | |
| A Light Crispy Batter, Hand Cut Chips, Tartar Sauce and Buttered Garden Peas | ||
| Catch of the Day GF | £18.95 | |
| Crushed New Potatoes, kale, Tomatoes, Capers & Anchovies Brown Butter | ||
| Bean & Root Vegetable Cassoulet V,VG,VGA* | £14.95 | |
| with Sourdough Bread | ||
Sides
| Mixed Vegetables GF | £3.50 | |
| New Potatoes GF | £3.50 | |
| Roast Potatoes | £3.50 | |
| Hand-Cut Chips CTG | £3.50 | |
| Cauliflower Cheese | £3.50 | |
Desserts
| Apple & Fruit Crumble GF | £7.95 | |
| Creme Anglaise | ||
| Egg Custard Tart | £6.95 | |
| Berry Compote | ||
| Bakewell Tart | £7.95 | |
| Vanilla Ice Cream, Cherry Puree | ||
| Selection of Ice Creams | 1 scoop £1.95 2 scoops £3.50 3 scoops £5.95 |
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All our food is prepared onsite in a kitchen where allergens are present. We work very hard to make our kitchen allergy-friendly.
However, if you have an allergy, please do tell the waiting staff who will be able to assist and recommend dishes for you. The allergen folder is available upon request.
White Wine
| Pinot Grigio Delle Venezie Italy | 125ml £3.80, 175ml £5.50, 250ml £7.60, Bottle £23.80 |
| 12%, Vegan. Fresh citrus & apples flavours. Light in body with subtle mineral notes and a crisp, refreshing finish. |
| Picpoul de Pinet `Le Beau Flamant` Languedoc, France | 125ml £5.30, 175ml £7.45, 250ml £10.70, Bottle £32.00 |
| 13%, Vegan. A zesty fragrant wine that offers plenty of fresh citrus, green apple and mineral flavours. |
| Allan Scott Estate Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough, New Zealand | 125ml £5.60, 175ml £7.80, 250ml £11.20, Bottle £34.00 |
| 13%, Vegan. A fragrant mix of pineapple and passion fruit tropical flavours with underlying zesty citrus characters of orange and lime. |
| Domaine Bieville Chablis Burgundy, France | Bottle Only £42.00 |
| 12%, Vegan. 30-year-old vines producing smoky lime aromas and flavours; bone dry, minerally but supple and moreish with a long, creamy finish. |
| Domaine Bieville Chablis Loire, France | Bottle Only £47.00 |
| 13.5%, Vegan. With a clear bright yellow colour, our Pouilly Fumé opens with a nose of white flowers, and vegetable notes combined with citrus zest. On the palate, the attack is forthright and lively, there is a great delicacy with freshness and a nice minerality. |
Red Wine
| Mariquita Merlot Central Valley, Chile | 125ml £3.80, 175ml £5.50, 250ml £7.60, Bottle £23.80 |
| 12.5%, Vegan. Satisfying Merlot with delectable notes of plum and damson. |
| Berton Vineyards, Mr Goose Shiraz Southeast, Australia | 125ml £4.50, 175ml £5.70, 250ml £7.60, Bottle £25.00 |
| 14%, Vegetarian. The palate is concentrated showing blackberry, black cherry and plum flavours. Complex oak characters of coffee, vanilla and caramel on the finish. |
| Caoba Malbec Mendoza, Argentina | 125ml £4.85, 175ml £6.75, 250ml £9.65, Bottle £30.00 |
| 13.5%, Vegan. Soft tannins and well-integrated oak. A medium-bodied easy drinker with good concentration and length. Soft elegant and persistent, with a pinch of fruit and spice flavours and a persistent finish. |
| Letargo Rioja Crianza Bodegas Rioja, Spain | 125ml £5.50, 175ml £7.70, 250ml £11.00, Bottle £33.00 |
| 13.5%. Full and rich, with a marked acidity, notes of Prunes and aromas of toasted bread and vanilla. |
| Cotes Du Rhone Reserve de L`Abbé France | Bottle Only £40.00 |
| 13%. Spicy nose with black fruit. Rich, densely ripe fruit with sweet tannins. |
| Beaujolais-Villages `Combe aux Jacques` Louis Jadot France | Bottle Only £48.00 |
| 13%. A classic fruity Gamay with real depth enhanced by the granite soil. Succulent fruit and soft tannins have been created by the traditional fermentation methods.. |
Rosé Wine
| Pinot Grigio Blush Delle Venezie Italy | 125ml £4.70, 175ml £6.50, 250ml £9.30, Bottle £28.00 |
| 12%. Fruity on the nose, ripe raspberries on the palate. Dry with crisp acidity.. |
| Lou by Peyrassol Rosé, Côtes de Provence Provence, France | 125ml £7.00, 175ml £10.00, 250ml £14.00, Bottle £42.00 |
| 12.5%, Vegan. Organic Intense fruit flavours of gooseberry, fresh strawberry and white fruits. Simple, balanced and beautifully light. |
Sparkling Wine
| Prosecco Spumante Vispo Allegro Veneto, Italy | Mini Bottle £9.20, Bottle £25.00 |
| 11%. Delicately fruity, slightly aromatic bouquet with hints of flowers, honey and wild apple scents. |
| Champagne Gruet Brut Selection Champagne, France | Bottle Only £80.00 |
| 12%, Vegan, Cork. A light, elegant Champagne with soft, full flavour and consistent mousse, good balance and age. |
To make a table reservation please telephone 01425 65 33 88, email info@railwayhotelfordingbridge.com
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