Eat
Our menu boasts a range of delectable starters, enticing mains, and decadent desserts that are meticulously prepared by our talented chefs. With daily specials showcasing the freshest catches and farm-to-table specials, dining at The Fontmell is an experience that tantalises taste buds and leaves you wanting to come back and try the whole menu.
Classic english dining at its finest
Our meticulous Head chef Matt Walker Dorset born & bred in a food loving family began his career in 2007 in a local hotel just a 10 minute bike ride from his home, it wasn't long before Matts passion for the industry grew into a monster Matt’s thirst for knowledge of modern techniques, produce & execution quickly landed him in award winning kitchens by the age of 20.
Fast forward to 2013 He was working in a renowned pub in rural Somerset. In walks with our Chef Patron Arnie Fernandes & they both hit it off straight away pushing boundaries of what shaped gastro pubs in this decade.
Matt later went on to work prestigious sites all over the country using many of Arnie Fernandes’ influence & techniques for many years to come.
Now in 2023 Chef Patron Arnie Fernandes & Matt Walker have joined forces again here in Fontmell Magna to bring this Village pub back to the buzzing vibes it once had with a simple concept of good hearty food using local produce accompanied with a brand new decor, mouth watering bar snacks & a thirst quenching selection of draught beers & ciders along with our well balanced wine list.
Our Menu
Our menu is changed regularly, but here is a sample of some of the delights you can expect from Matthew and his team in the kitchen.
While you wait
Breadboard with Whipped Smoked Maple Butter V
6
Paprika Fried Tortillas, Corriander Hummus Ve
5.5
Mixed Olives Marinated in Harissa & Preserved Lemon Ve
3.5
Starters
Curried Parsnip Soup, Onion Bhajis & Malted Bread & Butter
8
Braised Ham Hock Terrine, Cauliflower Pickle & Piccalilli Mayonnaise
9.5
Beetroot Carpaccio. Candied Pecans. Goats Curd Fritter
8
Chargrilled Asparagus, Pickled Shiitake , Mushroom Ketchup & Soft Confit Egg Yolk
9
Crispy Sweet Chilli Squid, Nduja Mayonnaise & Pickled Vegetables
9
Homemade Duck Spring Roll, Burnt Orange, Spring Onion & Pak Choi Salad
10
Black Treacle Cured Salmon , Miso Mayonnaise, Spring Onion Dressing
9
Mains
8oz Beef Burger, Pulled Smoked Brisket, Bacon Jam, Smoked Cheddar, Rocket Salad, Served with Fries
19
Beer Battered Cod, Thick Chips, Crushed Minted Peas, Charred Lemon & Tartar Sauce Gf
17
8oz Ribeye Steak, Confit Vine Tomatoes, Portobello Mushroom, Café de Paris Butter & Thick Chips Gf
33
Mussels Steamed in Cider, Chorizo, Leeks & Lemon Thyme Served with Sour Dough · Starter or Main
8/16
Pan Seared Gnocchi, Peas, Broad Beans, Tenderstem Broccoli, Shaved Pecorino & Truffle V
19
Herb Crusted Best End of Lamb, Baba Ghanoush, Red Pepper , Pomegranate, Black Garlic, Charred Vegetables
26
Smoked Bacon Wrapped Monkfish Tail, Lobster Bisque Chowder, King Prawns & Chargrilled Tenderstem Broccoli
23
Sides
Onion Rings Ve Gf
4.5
House Seasoned Chunky Chips or Fries Ve Gf
4.5
Seasonal House Dressed Salad Ve
4.5
Sautéed Saffron Potatoes, Coriander & Citrus Oil
4.5
Buttered Local Vegetables V Gf
4.5
Dessert
Rhubarb ‘N’ Custard, Ginger Bread & Granita
9
Apple Soufflé, Biscotti, Blackcurrant, Honey & Yogurt Parfait
12
Chocolate Marquise, Burnt Butter Popcorn, Peanut Ice Cream
9.5
Treacle & Marmalade Tart, Orange Curd , Brown Bread & Brandy Ice Cream
9
Ice Cream or Sorbet · per scoop
3
Sunday Roasts
All Served With Roast Potatoes, Crispy Parsnips, Glazed Carrots, Seasonal Greens, Cauliflower & Leek Gratin & a Yorkshire Pudding.
Mains
36 Day Aged Sirloin of Beef
£18
In House Rolled Pork Porchetta
£17
Wild Mushroom & Truffle Wellington
£17
Childrens Menu
Our menu is changed regularly, but here is a sample of some of the delights you can expect from Matthew and his team in the kitchen.
Mains
Macaroni Cheese
£8
Kid’s Slider
£8.5
Kid’s Fish & Chips
£8.5
Desserts
Sticky Toffee
£5
Jelly & Ice Cream
£5
Rocky Road
£28