Michelin-recognised chef Simon Bonwick brings his singular culinary vision to The Crown at Bray, a 16th-century pub reimagined with warmth, creativity and a deep respect for tradition. Since taking ownership in March 2025, Bonwick has infused the historic space with his signature style - a blend of classic British hospitality and refined French technique.
Inside, low ceilings, oak beams and roaring fireplaces create an intimate, characterful setting across three distinct rooms, plus a generous garden open year-round. At the bar, true pub culture is alive and well - think frothy pints in tankards and pork scratchings - while the dining room offers a comforting blackboard menu featuring smoked eels, mash ‘n’ liquor and Bonwick’s beloved Super Pie ‘n’ Mash. Sunday lunch is a highlight, with roast chicken, beef, pig or lamb, and half-price portions for children.
For something more indulgent, the Bouchon Bonwick à la carte menu delivers French classics with flair: Pâté en Croute, Rabbit Rillettes, Veal Sweetbreads and Highland Beef Fillet ‘A La Ficelle’ are just a few of the seven starters and mains available, all cooked by Bonwick himself. No rules apply - mix, match or go all in.
The Troublesome Lodger, Bonwick’s six-course supper club, now resides in ‘The Snug’, offering a bespoke tasting experience for up to nine guests. Upstairs, two private dining rooms - Escoffier and Blavatsky - invite guests to dine, drink or simply unwind in uniquely styled spaces.
With a small, thoughtful wine list and Bonwick’s own vibrant paintings adorning the walls, this is a new chapter for The Crown, and one that promises to be both delicious and deeply memorable.