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.
| LUNCH AT THE BEAR AND RAGGED STAFF | |
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| Here you are, at last. If this last year has taught us anything, it’s that we need our friends and we miss great pubs. So raise a glass to your companions and tuck into the good stuff. More than ever we are sourcing fine British produce, from cheese to fish, alongside free-range pork & chicken and pasture-fed steak. It’s Spring, so look out for wonderful English asparagus and Cornish lamb gracing the specials board. Wow, it’s so good to be back doing our thing - we’ve missed you as much as you’ve missed us. Welcome! |
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APÉRITIFS |
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| Champagne Piper-Heidsieck Cuvée Brut NV, France | 9.50 |
| Kir Royale | 10.00 |
| Aperol Spritz | 8.25 |
| No. 1 Rosé, Domaine Pey Blanc 2019, Provence | 8.00 |
DELI PLATESGreat for sharing, over a drink while you decide. |
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| Nocerella, Gaeta & Cerignola Olives (VE) | 3.75 |
| San Francisco Sourdough, English Rapeseed Oil & Dukkah | 4.75 |
| Warm Ciabatta & Garlic Butter (V) | 4.50 |
| Padron Peppers, Sea Salt (VE) | 5.75 |
| Halloumi Fries, Bloody Mary Ketchup (V) | 5.50 |
| Shawarma-spiced Houmous, Crispy Chickpeas & Flatbread (VE) | 4.50 |
| Dorset Red Post Salami | 5.00 |
STARTERS |
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| Wasabi-cured Salmon, Pickled Mooli & Ginger, Toasted Sesame | 9.25 |
| Today’s Spring Soup - See Blackboard (V) | 6.00 |
| Baked Somerset Camembert, Truffle Honey, Walnut Crust & Toasted Sourdough (V) | 8.25 |
| Pan-fried Native Scallops, Watercress & Tartare Hollandaise | 12.00 |
| Warm Moroccan Salad - Harissa-roast Cauliflower, Chickpeas, Giant Cous Cous, Pomegranate & Almonds (VE) | 7.00/13.00 |
| Add Crispy Duck 3.25 or Halloumi 2.50 (V) | |
MAINS |
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| Miso-glazed Cod, Black Rice, Choy Sum, Lime, Chilli & Coriander | 19.50 |
| Free-range Roast Chicken Supreme, Sticky Garlic Greens & Fries | 16.50 |
| Aubergine, Pineapple & Coconut Malay Curry, Hot Green Chutney & Basmati Rice (VE) | 14.75 |
| Fish & Chips - Haddock Fillet, Crunchy Batter, Chips, Peas & Tartare Sauce | 15.00 |
| Today’s Seasonal Vegetarian Special - See Blackboard (V) | |
| Daily Market Fish, Brown Butter, New Potatoes, Rocket | Market Price |
| 14 Hour Braised Beef & Ale Pie, Buttered Mash, Greens, Gravy | 15.25 |
| Merrifield Duck Breast, Braised Chicory, Delmonico Potatoes, Green Peppercorn & Orange Sauce | 23.50 |
GRILLWe serve the best British beef. Grass-fed, naturally slow-grown on carbon-capturing pasture. 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 1.75 | Add Onion Rings 3.95 (V) |
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| 8oz Rump Cap | 19.95 |
| 10oz Rib Eye | 27.50 |
| Steak Diane - Fillet Steak Medallions, Mushroom, Shallot & Cream Sauce | 26.50 |
| Add extra 3oz Fillet Medallion 5.50 | |
| Add Free-range Bacon or Field Mushroom 2.00 | |
BURGERS & ROAST ROLL |
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| Dirty Vegan Burger, Marmite Onions, Smoked Cheese, Tomato Relish & Fries span class="leaf-veg">(VE) | 14.75 |
| Aubrey’s Steak Burger, Cheddar Cheese, Burger Relish, Gherkin & Fries | 15.00 |
| Jimmy Butler’s Roast Pork Roll, Stuffing & Apple Sauce | 9.50 |
SIDES |
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| Thick-cut Chips or Skinny Fries (VE) | 4.00 |
| Buttered New Potatoes (V) | 4.00 |
| Green Salad, Soft Herbs, Toasted Seeds, Chardonnay Vinaigrette (VE) | 4.25 |
| Sticky Garlic Greens (VE) | 4.00 |
| Rocket & Watercress Salad, Caesar Dressing (V) | 4.00 |
PUDS & BRITISH CHEESE |
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| Warm Chocolate Fondant, Creme Fraîche & Pistachio Crumb (V) | 8.00 |
| Crème Brûlée, Shortbread (V) | 6.25 |
| Mango & Pineapple Eton Mess, Coconut Cream (VE) | 7.00 |
| Banoffee Cheesecake, Rum-soaked Raisins, Bananas & Pecans (V) | 7.50 |
| Salcombe Dairy Ice Creams & Sorbets (V) | 5.95 |
| (Choose Three: Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry, Honeycomb, Blackcurrent or Raspberry Sorbet) | |
| Mini Pud & Tea or Coffee Banoffee Cheesecake or Smidgen of Cheese with your choice of Tea or Coffee (V) | 5.95 |
| Our British cheeses this season are: Baron Bigod | Blanche | Lady Mary | Rutland Red | Beauvale Served with chutney, apple & Peter’s Yard Crackers |
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| All five cheeses | 12.50 |
| Any three cheeses | 7.50 |
| A single smidgen of cheese | 3.75 |
| (VE) Vegan Dishes |
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| (V) Vegetarian Dishes |
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| SPRING AT THE BEAR AND RAGGED STAFF | |
|---|---|
| Here you are, at last. If this last year has taught us anything, it’s that we need our friends and we miss great pubs. So raise a glass to your companions and tuck into the good stuff. More than ever we are sourcing fine British produce, from cheese to fish, alongside free-range pork & chicken and pasture-fed steak. It’s Spring, so look out for wonderful English asparagus and Cornish lamb gracing the specials board. Wow, it’s so good to be back doing our thing - we’ve missed you as much as you’ve missed us. Welcome! |
|
APÉRITIFS |
|
| Champagne Piper-Heidsieck Cuvée Brut NV, France | 9.00 |
| Kir Royale | 9.50 |
| Aperol Spritz | 8.25 |
| No. 1 Rosé, Domaine Pey Blanc 2019, Provence | 8.00 |
DELI PLATESGreat for sharing, over a drink while you decide. |
|
| Nocerella, Gaeta & Cerignola Olives (VE) | 3.75 |
| San Francisco Sourdough, English Rapeseed Oil & Dukkah | 4.75 |
| Warm Ciabatta & Garlic Butter (V) | 4.50 |
| Buttermilk Fried Chicken & Caesar Sauce | 5.75 |
| Halloumi Fries, Bloody Mary Ketchup (V) | 5.50 |
| Padron Peppers, Sea Salt (VE) | 5.75 |
| Shawarma-spiced Houmous, Crispy Chickpeas & Flatbread (VE) | 4.50 |
| Dorset Red Post Salami | 5.00 |
STARTERS |
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| Wasabi-cured Salmon, Pickled Mooli & Ginger, Toasted Sesame | 9.25 |
| Today’s Spring Soup - See Blackboard (V) | 6.00 |
| Baked Somerset Camembert, Truffle Honey, Walnut Crust & Toasted Sourdough (V) | 8.25 |
| Pan-fried Native Scallops, Watercress & Tartare Hollandaise | 12.00 |
| Beef Scrumpet, Wholegrain Mustard Mayonnaise & Pickled Shallots | 8.75 |
| Warm Moroccan Salad - Harissa-roast Cauliflower, Chickpeas, Giant Cous Cous, Pomegranate & Almonds (VE) | 7.00/13.00 |
| Add Crispy Duck 3.25 or Halloumi 2.50 (V) | |
MAINS |
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| Miso-glazed Cod, Black Rice, Choy Sum, Lime, Chilli & Coriander | 19.50 |
| Free-range Roast Chicken Supreme, Sticky Garlic Greens & Fries | 16.50 |
| Aubergine, Pineapple & Coconut Malay Curry, Hot Green Chutney & Basmati Rice (VE) | 14.75 |
| Today’s Seasonal Vegetarian Special - See Blackboard (V) | |
| Daily Market Fish, Brown Butter, New Potatoes, Rocket | Market Price |
| 14 Hour Braised Beef & Ale Pie, Buttered Mash, Greens, Gravy | 15.25 |
| Merrifield Duck Breast, Braised Chicory, Delmonico Potatoes, Green Peppercorn & Orange Sauce | 23.50 |
GRILLWe serve the best British beef. Grass-fed, naturally slow-grown on carbon-capturing pasture. 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 1.75 | Add Onion Rings 3.95 |
|
| 8oz Rump Cap | 19.95 |
| 10oz Rib Eye | 27.50 |
| Steak Diane - Fillet Steak Medallions, Mushroom, Shallot & Cream Sauce | 26.50 |
| Add extra 3oz Fillet Medallion 5.50 | |
| Dirty Vegan Burger, Marmite Onions, Smoked Cheese, Tomato Relish & Fries (VE) | 14.75 |
| Aubrey’s Steak Burger, Cheddar Cheese, Burger Relish, Gherkin & Fries | 15.00 |
| Add Free-range Bacon or Field Mushroom 2.00 | |
SIDES |
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| Thick-cut Chips or Skinny Fries (VE) | 4.00 |
| Buttered New Potatoes (V) | 4.00 |
| Green Salad, Soft Herbs, Toasted Seeds & Chardonnay Vinaigrette (VE) | 4.25 |
| Sticky Garlic Greens (VE) | 4.00 |
| Rocket & Watercress Salad, Caesar Dressing (V) | 4.00 |
PUDS & BRITISH CHEESES |
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| Warm Chocolate Fondant, Creme Fraîche & Pistachio Crumb (V) | 8.00 |
| Crème Brûlée, Shortbread (V) | 6.25 |
| Mango & Pineapple Eton Mess, Coconut Cream (VE) | 7.00 |
| Banoffee Cheesecake, Rum-soaked Raisins, Bananas & Pecans (V) | 7.50 |
| Salcombe Dairy Ice Creams & Sorbets (V) | 5.95 |
| (Choose Three: Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry, Honeycomb, Blackcurrent or Raspberry Sorbet) | |
| Mini Pud & Tea or Coffee Banoffee Cheesecake or Smidgen of Cheese with your choice of Tea or Coffee (V) | 5.95 |
| Our British cheeses change with the season & are all served ripe & ready with chutney, apple & Peter’s Yard Crackers Choose from: Baron Bigod | Blanche | Lady Mary | Rutland Red | Beauvale |
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| All five cheeses | 12.50 |
| Any three cheeses | 7.50 |
| A single smidgen of cheese | 3.75 |
| (VE) Vegan Dishes |
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| (V) Vegetarian Dishes |
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| GLUTEN-FREE MENU | |
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| As our kitchen, and fryers contain gluten, we cannot guarantee any dish to be totally free-from. | |
APÉRITIFS |
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| Champagne Piper-Heidsieck Cuvée Brut NV, France | 9.50 |
| Aperol Spritz | 8.25 |
| Kir Royale | 10.00 |
| No. 1 Rosé, Domaine Pey Blanc 2019, Provence | 8.00 |
DELI PLATESGreat for sharing, over a drink while you decide. |
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| Gluten-free Bread & Garlic Butter (V) | 4.50 |
| Nocerella, Gaeta & Cerignola Olives (VE) | 3.75 |
| Shawarma-spiced Houmous, Dukkah & Gluten-free Toast (VE) | 4.50 |
| Dorset Red Post Salami | 5.00 |
| Padron Peppers, Sea Salt (VE) | 5.75 |
STARTERS |
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| Wasabi-cured Salmon, Pickled Mooli & Ginger, Toasted Sesame | 9.25 |
| Today’s Spring Soup - See Blackboard(V) | 6.00 |
| Pan-fried Native Scallops, Watercress & Tartare Hollandaise | 12.00 |
| Baked Somerset Camembert, Truffle Honey, Walnut Crust & Gluten-free Toast(V) | 8.25 |
MAINS |
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| Miso-glazed Cod, Black Rice, Choy Sum, Lime, Chilli & Coriander | 19.50 |
| Free-range Roast Chicken Supreme, Sticky Garlic Greens & New Potatoes | 16.50 |
| Aubergine, Pineapple & Coconut Malay Curry, Hot Green Chutney & Basmati Rice (VE) | 14.75 |
| Daily Market Fish, Brown Butter, New Potatoes, Rocket | Market Price |
| Merrifield Duck Breast, Braised Chicory, New Potatoes, Green Peppercorn & Orange Sauce | 23.50 |
GRILLWe serve the best British beef. Grass-fed, naturally slow-grown on carbon-capturing pasture. Dry-aged by Aubrey Allen for incredible flavour. When only a steak will do, make it one of these beauties. All Steaks are served with New Potatoes & Rocket. |
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| 8oz Rump Cap | 19.95 |
| 10oz Rib Eye | 27.50 |
| Add Béarnaise or Peppercorn Sauce 1.75 | |
SIDES |
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| Buttered New Potatoes (V) | 4.00 |
| Green Salad, Soft Herbs, Toasted Seeds & Chardonnay Vinaigrette (VE) | 4.25 |
| Sticky Garlic Greens (V) | 4.00 |
| Rocket & Watercress Salad, Caesar Dressing (V) | 4.00 |
PUDS & BRITISH CHEESES |
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| Crème Brûlée (V) | 6.25 |
| Mango & Pineapple Eton Mess, Coconut Cream (VE) | 7.00 |
| Salcombe Dairy Ice Creams & Sorbets (V) | 5.95 |
| (Choose Three: Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry, Honeycomb, Blackcurrent or Raspberry Sorbet) |
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| Our British cheeses change with the season & are all served ripe & ready with chutney, apple & gluten-free bread Choose from: Baron Bigod | Blanche | Lady Mary | Rutland Red | Beauvale | Northern Blue (V) | |
| All five cheeses | 12.50 |
| Any three cheeses | 7.50 |
| A single smidgen of cheese | 3.75 |
| (VE) Vegan Dishes |
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| (V) Vegetarian Dishes |
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SUNDAY BEST AT THE BEAR AND RAGGED STAFF |
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| We are serious about Sunday roast 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 choice with all the glorious trimmings. It’s an age-old favourite for a reason. Long may it reign. |
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DELI PLATES |
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| Warm Ciabatta & Garlic Butter (V) | 4.50 |
| Halloumi Fries & Bloody Mary Ketchup (V) | 5.50 |
| Shawarma-spiced Houmous, Dukkah & Flatbread (VE) | 4.50 |
| Nocerella, Gaeta & Cerignola Olives (VE) | 3.75 |
STARTERS |
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| Wasabi-cured Salmon, Pickled Mooli & Ginger, Toasted Sesame | 9.25 |
| Today’s Spring Soup (V) | 6.00 |
| Baked Somerset Camembert, Truffle Honey, Walnut Crust & Toasted Sourdough (V) | 8.25 |
| Pan-fried Native Scallops, Watercress & Tartare Hollandaise | 12.00 |
SUNDAY ROASTS |
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| All served with Roast Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables, Roasted Roots, Yorkshire Pudding & Jugs of Gravy | |
| Aubrey’s Dry-aged Rump of Beef | 17.00 |
| Jimmy Butler’s Free-range Leg of Pork & Crackling | 16.50 |
| Roast of the Day – Please Ask | |
| Vegetarian Roast of The Day (V) | |
MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR ROAST |
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| Free-range Pork & Sage Stuffing | 3.75 |
| Cauliflower Cheese (V) | 4.50 |
MAINS |
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| Miso-glazed Cod, Black Rice, Choy Sum, Lime, Chilli & Coriander | 19.50 |
| Merrifield Duck Breast, Braised Chicory, Delmonico Potatoes, Green Peppercorn & Orange Sauce | 23.50 |
| 14 Hour Braised Beef & Ale Pie, Buttered Mash, Greens, Gravy | 15.25 |
| Dirty Vegan Burger, Marmite Onions, Smoked Cheese, Tomato Relish & Fries (VE) | 14.75 |
SIDES |
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| Thick-cut Chips or Skinny Fries (V) | 4.00 |
| Buttered New Potatoes (V) | 4.00 |
PUDS & BRITISH CHEESES |
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| Banoffee Cheesecake, Rum-soaked Raisins, Bananas & Pecans (V) | 7.50 |
| Warm Chocolate Fondant, Crème Fraiche & Pistachio Crumb (V) | 8.00 |
| Mango & Pineapple Eton Mess, Coconut Cream (V) | 7.00 |
| Salcombe Dairy Ice Creams & Sorbets (Choose Three: Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry, Honeycomb, Blackcurrent or Raspberry Sorbet) (V) | 5.95 |
| Cheese - Our British cheeses change with the season, served ripe & ready with chutney, apple & Peter's Yard Crackers Baron Bigod | Blanche | Lady Mary | Rutland Red | Beauvale | |
| All five cheeses | 12.50 |
| Any three cheeses | 7.50 |
| A single smidgen of cheese | 3.75 |
| Mini Pud - Banoffee Cheesecake or Single Smidgen of Cheese & your choice of Coffee or Tea | 5.95 |
| (VE) Vegan Dishes | |
| (V) Vegetarian Dishes | |
MAINS |
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| Free-range Roast Chicken Supreme, Sticky Garlic Greens & Thick-cut Chips | 15.00 |
| Aubergine, Pineapple & Coconut Malay Curry, Hot Green Chutney & Basmati Rice (VE) | 12.00 |
| Fish & Chips – Haddock Fillet, Crunchy Batter, Thick-cut Chips, Peas & Tartare Sauce | 12.00 |
| Aubrey’s Steak Burger, Cheddar Cheese, Burger Relish, Gherkin & Thick-cut Chips | 13.00 |
| Dirty Vegan Burger, Marmite Onions, Smoked Cheese, Tomato Relish & Thick-cut Chips (VE) Vegan Dishes | 12.00 |
| 14 Hour Braised Beef & Ale Pie, Buttered Mash, Spring Greens, Gravy | 13.00 |
| Warm Moroccan Salad – Harissa-roast Cauliflower, Chickpeas, Giant Cous Cous, Pomegranate & Almonds (VE) Crispy Duck 3.25 or Add Halloumi 2.50 | 10.00 |
SIDES |
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| Thick-cut Chips | 4.00 |
| Halloumi Fries & Bloody Mary Ketchup (V) | 5.50 |
| Onion Rings (V) | 3.95 |
| Sticky garlic Greens (V) | 4.00 |
PUDS & CHEESE |
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| Banoffee Cheesecake (V) | 6.00 |
| Full British Cheese Board – Baron Bigod | Blanche | Lady Mary | Rutland Red | Beauvale | Chutney, Apple & Peter’s Yards Crackers | 10.00 |
SUNDAY BEST | |
| Collection on Sunday Only | |
| Free-range Roast Beef | 14.50 |
| Free-range Roast Pork | 14.00 |
| Spiced Sweet Potato & Kale Pie (VE) | 13.50 |
| All served with Roast Potatoes, Roasted Roots, Seasonal Vegetables, Yorkshire Pudding & Gravy | |
| Cauliflower Cheese (V) | 4.50 |
| Free-range Pork & Sage Stuffing | 3.75 |
| (VE) Vegan Dishes |
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| (V) Vegetarian Dishes |
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