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A fantastic review from Valentine’s Day
Wow, what a fabulous review, we are overwhelmed, thank you
Reviewed yesterday
Love was in the air – and in the kitchen!
It is always a pleasure to visit The Crown at Northill, whether simply for a drink, a lunchtime bar “snack”, or to take advantage of the excellent restaurant. The welcome is always, warm, friendly and genuine. If you are a beer drinker (which I’m not!) there is a wide range of beers to satisfy the needs of any aficionado (my beer-drinking buddies confirm this), and if you enjoy good wine you will find a comprehensive cellar to suit the most discerning palate. The food is always interesting, inviting and scrumptious!
Last night, my wife and I had the pleasure and privilege to enjoy the most sublime meal, created to celebrate the Feast of St Valentine. There were six wonderful choices for each course – seven for mains – and such was the array presented to we diners that it was indeed difficult to make a decision…… but we ultimately managed to do so! We were not disappointed. Clearly, Chef Adrian was on fire with love in his heart!
Our meals were quite superb and we accompanied them with the Cuvee Heritage Rose Brut, an Italian ‘fizz’ that was quite delicious and made a very pleasant change from the usual – and enjoyable Prosecco. Thoroughly recommended. This was definitely dining at its finest.
Led by Victoria and Marian, the young ladies who looked after us were friendly and attentive without in any way being intrusive. Great service that was an enhancement to our meal.
The Crown is very ‘special’ and an absolute shining star in gastronomic Bedfordshire.
Dining there is a joyous experience. If you have yet to first….. go soon!
Christmas 2018
The Crown at Northill 2018
Christmas Party Menu
Available throughout December for Lunch and Dinner
Two courses £22.95 Three courses £27.95
To Start
Chicken liver and smoked bacon pate, caramelised red onions and char grilled ciabatta bread
Crispy fried cornish brie, grape salad and cranberry relish
Cream of leek and potato soup
Woburn estate venison scotch egg, braised red cabbage and mustard mayo
Prawn and crayfish cocktail, avocado and spiced marie rose sauce
Creamy garlic mushrooms, filo pastry basket and parmesan shavings
Smoked haddock and salmon fishcakes, pea puree and parsley sauce
Main Course
Roasted local turkey, sage and onion stuffing, bacon chipolatas, roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables and turkey juices
Roasted rump of lamb, herb crumb, rosemary sauce, buttered greens and dauphinoise potato
Baked fillet of plaice and salmon, fondant potato, green beans and prawn sauce
Lemon and chilli sea bass fillet, basmati rice, stir fry vegetables and pak choi
Roasted chestnut, spinach and goat’s cheese en croute, creamy leek sauce, olive mash and green beans
Teriyaki vegetable and noodle stir fry, tempura vegetables, coriander and pickled ginger
Garlic cream cheese filled chicken, tomato and basil risotto, parma ham and balsamic
Puddings
Profiteroles, bailey’s cream, chocolate mousse and caramelised hazelnuts
Vanilla and white chocolate cheesecake, blackcurrant and prosecco sauce
Sticky toffee pudding, toffee sauce and vanilla ice cream
Crisp meringue nest, chantilly cream, and berry compote
Warm Christmas pudding brownie, brandy sauce, orange and ginger ice cream
Selection of cheese with celery, grapes and biscuits
Warm mince pies and whipped cream
A non refundable deposit of £10.00pp is required to secure all bookings a full pre payment and choices are required two weeks prior to your reservation
Wishing all our customers a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
The Crown at Northill Boxing Day Lunch Menu
£29.95
To Start
Chicken liver and smoked bacon pate, caramelised red onions and char grilled ciabatta bread
Crispy fried cornish brie, grape salad and cranberry relish
Cream of leek and potato soup
Woburn estate venison scotch egg, braised red cabbage and mustard mayo
Prawn and crayfish cocktail, avocado and spiced marie rose sauce
Creamy garlic mushrooms, filo pastry basket and parmesan shavings
Smoked haddock and salmon fishcakes, pea puree and parsley sauce
Main Course
Roasted topside of beef, roast potatoes, Yorkshire pudding, vegetables and red wine gravy
Pan fried breast of duck, dauphinoise potato, herby carrots and black cherry sauce
Abbot ale battered billingsgate haddock and chips, mushy peas and tartar sauce
Lemon and chilli sea bass fillet, basmati rice, stir fry vegetables and pak choi
Garlic cream cheese filled chicken, tomato and basil risotto, parma ham and balsamic
Char grilled sirloin steak, grilled mushroom, tomato; chunky chips, onion rings and peppercorn sauce (supplement £5.00)
Roasted chestnut, spinach and goat’s cheese en croute, creamy leek sauce, olive mash and green beans
Teriyaki vegetable and noodle stir fry, tempura vegetables, coriander and pickled ginger
Puddings
Profiteroles, bailey’s cream, chocolate mousse and caramelised hazelnuts
Vanilla and white chocolate cheesecake, blackcurrant and prosecco sauce
Lemon meringue pie, raspberry sauce and lemon sorbet
Sticky toffee pudding, toffee sauce and vanilla ice cream
The Crowns apple and blackberry crumble and custard
Steamed chocolate pudding, hot chocolate sauce and vanilla ice cream
Selection of cheese with celery, grapes and biscuits
Christmas Eve, we are serving food until 6pm.
Christmas Day the bar is open from 12pm until 2pm.
New Year’s Eve, we are serving food until 6pm.
New Year’s Day we are open from 12pm -7pm
Summer Fete in aid of The Northill School FPTA
Raffle Tickets on sale now at The Crown
Prizes Include
A pamper day at Maxwells, worth £170
£50 voucher for The Crown
First month of swimming lessons free with Little Aqua
£50 of Amazon vouchers
Magnum of Prosecco
An Eye Beauty Hamper from The Retreat
£20 Voucher For G&M Growers
£20 Voucher for Bedfordshire Growers
Toy tractor
And much much more….
Only £1 per strip
Mother’s Day Menu 2018
The Crown at Northill
Mother’s Day Menu
To Start
Chicken liver pate, fig relish and toasted brioche
Cream of tomato and basil soup
Black pudding scotch egg, rocket salad and mustard mayo
Confit duck and venison terrine, beetroot, baby onions, micro salad and crisp bread
Pesto grilled goat’s cheese, apple, caramelised walnuts and fig salad
North Atlantic prawn cocktail, king prawn, lemon and brown bread
Tempura of vegetables, pickled ginger, chilli sauce and fresh lime
Main Courses
Roasted topside of English beef, roast and new potatoes, seasonal vegetables,
yorkshire pudding and gravy
Roasted bedfordshire leg of lamb, roast and new potatoes, seasonal vegetables,
yorkshire pudding and gravy
Roasted breast of chicken, fondant potato, greens and wild mushroom sauce
Lemon sole and salmon roll, crushed potatoes, green beans and dill sauce
Seared fillet of sea bass, chorizo, prawn and pea risotto
Butternut squash and spring onion risotto, crumbled goat’s cheese, rocket and balsamic
Roasted vegetable and spinach pithivier, creamed spinach, mash potato and red wine dressing
Puddings
Normandy apple tart, salted caramel ice cream and caramel sauce
Sticky toffee pudding, toffee sauce and vanilla ice cream
Bailey’s cream profiteroles, chocolate sauce and toasted almonds
Raspberry pannacotta and lemon butter biscuits
Chocolate tort, crème anglaise and vanilla ice cream
English cheese board, celery, grapes and biscuits
£24.95 per person Children under 12 – £12.00