At St. Leonard’s in West Malling, we’re proud to offer an À La Carte menu that showcases the best of seasonal ingredients, locally sourced where possible. Our team has crafted a selection of dishes that blend classic British and European influences with fresh flavours and thoughtful presentation.
Each dish on our menu is designed to give you a memorable dining experience, from light and flavourful starters to satisfying main courses and a selection of desserts to end your meal on a high note. Our À La Carte menu allows you to choose your favourites or try something new, making each visit a unique and personal experience.
Small Plates with Distinctive Flavours
Our meal begins with small bites and starters, perfect for sharing or whetting the appetite. The Nocellara Olives and Smoked Almonds offer light, flavourful nibbles to ease into the dining experience. For those who enjoy the freshness of seafood, the Maldon Rock Oyster is served with a fermented chilli sauce and herb oil, enhancing its natural briny taste with a hint of spice.
For a more robust starter, the Korean Fried Chicken Thighs bring a satisfying crispiness with a sprinkle of furikake and fresh coriander, adding an extra layer of flavour. The Caraway Bread completes this selection, freshly baked and served with Hinxden cultured butter and rosemary oil—a warm, comforting start to any meal.
Starters: Light yet Satisfying
Our intermediate plates offer a range of options, ideal as a lighter main or an additional course. The Burrata combines creamy burrata cheese with fresh Mereworth tomatoes, pecorino courgette rolls, and tapenade, with nasturtiums adding a peppery finish. The Beef Tartare is a refined choice, crafted with Scottish sirloin, potato crisps, wild garlic capers, radish, and a dash of mustard mayonnaise for a balanced texture and flavour.
The Coronation Crab is a delightful seafood option with spiced vanilla golden raisins, puffed rice, coriander, and kohlrabi, providing a slightly sweet, layered profile. Our Veloute offers a warming combination of soused cauliflower, cheddar croquette, lemon gel, and cauliflower crumb, while the Trofie Pasta with Scottish beef ragu, smoked pancetta, and aged Parmesan is a hearty, savoury choice for pasta lovers.
Main Entrees: Hearty Dishes with Seasonal Flair
Our main entrees bring rich flavours and seasonal ingredients to the table. The Celeriac dish is a unique plant-based option, featuring hay-baked celeriac paired with roast red cabbage, miso butter, and fermented chilli for a deep, smoky flavour profile.
Seafood enthusiasts will enjoy the Sea Bream, served with coco beans, sea purslane, mussels, and a light tomato and chardonnay cream. For those who prefer red meat, the Aberdeen Angus Sirloin is served pink, with kohlrabi, Mereworth kale, marinated grapes, blue cheese purée, and a rich beef jus to round out the dish.
For a taste of game, the Venison features a spiced loin and braised shoulder, served with hay-baked celeriac, damson syrup, and pickled pear, with a traditional game jus to bring it all together. Finally, the Pork dish combines brined fillet and cider-braised belly with butternut squash purée, toasted seeds, pickled Kent plums, and a garden apple purée for a balanced and satisfying flavour.
Side Dishes: Perfect Complements
Complete your meal with one of our carefully selected side dishes. The Truffle Parmesan Fries and Mash Potato with Red Wine Jus and Crispy Onions add a rich and indulgent touch, while the Koffman Fries provide a classic, crispy option. The Mereworth Hispi Cabbage and Morghew Estate Pink Fir Potatoes with Wild Garlic capture the freshness of local produce, and a side of our Red Wine Jus is the ideal finishing note for many of our main courses.
St. Leonard’s À La Carte menu brings together the best of seasonal and locally sourced ingredients, crafted with care to offer a memorable dining experience. From flavourful small bites to satisfying main courses and carefully curated side dishes, each plate is designed to reflect the quality and creativity that define our approach to food. Whether you’re here for a light bite, a full meal, or simply to explore new flavours, our menu provides a variety of options that cater to every taste. We look forward to welcoming you to St. Leonard’s, where each visit is an invitation to enjoy the finest West Malling has to offer.