Nestled in the heart of West Malling, Kent, St. Leonard's Restaurant offers a modern British dining experience that seamlessly blends fine local produce with vibrant seasonal flavours.
The restaurant's à la carte menu showcases a diverse range of dishes, reflecting the best of British and European cuisine. Diners can expect starters such as stuffed courgette flowers with red pepper sauce and chimichurri, and mains like English pork loin with charred hispi, apricot, spring onions and a sausage roll. While dessert might include blackberry and oat crumble with vanilla parfait. Do note that the menu constantly changes in line with the seasons.
St. Leonard's also offers a wealth of set menus, including a steak night offering which gets you a snack, main course and glass of wine. There's also a two or three-course Sunday lunch menu, while for more casual visits, you might prefer to choose a couple of small plates off the sharing bar menu. The latter is perfect for relaxed social catch-ups with a couple of glasses of wine. Look out for dishes such as parmesan biscuits with chive cream cheese and walnut ketchup, or salmon nori rolls with wasabi mayo.
On weekends, guests can benefit from a fantastic brunch menu, which features a range of buttermilk pancake options, a signature full English, plus dishes such as the St Leonard's breakfast muffin with offham pork sausage, mayfield swiss cheese, smoked tomato relish and a fried egg.
To drink, the team have put a lot of thought into creating an original cocktail list that features more than 10 signature creations, from a Golden Orchard to a Toffee Apple Martini. Or, opt for something off the extensive global wine list, which features a wealth of familiar and more adventurous bottles.
West Malling itself is a charming market town rich in history and culture. The town boasts eye-catching architecture, a lively independent shopping scene, and a broad range of eating establishments. Landmarks include St. Leonard's Tower, a Norman keep built by Bishop Gundulf, and the historic St. Mary's Abbey. The town's vibrant atmosphere and scenic countryside make it a desirable location for both residents and visitors.