The Greyhound Beaconsfield

Set opposite a church on a quiet street in Beaconsfield’s desirable Old Town, The Greyhound feels every inch the sort of gastropub you want to linger in. Inside, low beams and wooden floors set a reassuringly traditional tone, softened by warm leather horseshoe banquettes, patterned wallpaper and paintings from local artists hung on the walls. It’s cosy without feeling cramped, polished without losing its pub soul.

The atmosphere is friendly and relaxed, helped along by staff who strike that ideal balance between welcoming and highly knowledgeable, particularly when it comes to both food and wine. Service has the confidence of fine dining but none of the stiffness, which immediately puts you at ease.

The Greyhound is co-owned by husband-and-wife team Daniel and Margriet Crump, whose combined CV includes Michelin-starred Pétrus, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay, Trinity and The Oxford Blue. That pedigree shows in the kitchen’s assured technique and the thoughtful construction of each dish. While there is a tasting menu available, dining à la carte still delivers plenty of those carefully considered flourishes.

Menus are rooted in seasonality, with each dish incorporating something grown in the on-site garden, and even an English sparkling wine exclusively for The Greyhound. Snacks set the tone nicely, from rich bites of lamb belly paired with Greyhound mint grown in the garden, to a beautifully presented hummus tarte, its surface dotted with pomegranate seeds that glint like rubies.

Among the starters, a standout braised ox cheek arrives meltingly tender, sitting in a deeply flavoured beef tea and finished with chimichurri, a dish that feels both comforting and precise. Vegetarian cooking is treated with equal care: a brassica tart comes with charred Brussels sprouts and broccoli puree, encased in delicate pastry and lifted by toasted hazelnuts, crispy kale and bright segments of orange to cut through the richness.

For mains, venison is cooked beautifully pink, complemented by a sharp blackberry element and a satisfyingly meaty slice of king oyster mushroom. Desserts are worth saving room for, particularly the apple tarte tatin, which must be ordered alongside mains due to its slow braise. It more than earns its anticipation, finished theatrically tableside and served with ice-cream to balance the caramelisation.

More than just a meal, The Greyhound Beaconsfield offers a genuine sense of warmth, the feeling of dining among friends, paired with a level of finesse that elevates the whole experience. It’s this combination of comfort and polish that makes it feel truly special, and a destination unlike anywhere else in Buckinghamshire.

Located within a 17th-century Grade II-listed coach house in Beaconsfield Old Town, The Greyhound is a pub and restaurant that promises a modern British menu coupled with warm and friendly service. Recently renovated by husband and wife team Daniel and Margriet – who have been honing their hospitality skills within Michelin-starred restaurants like Petrus, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay, The Oxford Blue and Trinity – The Greyhound one of Buckinghamshire's must-visit dining destinations. 

You'll find a plush and spacious dining room on the ground floor as you enter the pub, whilst upstairs there is newly addded restaurant area - which previously was an additional bar space, until demand for tables grew so strong that the restaurant space was extended. The owners have gone to great lengths to preserve the character of the original building whilst also making the interior feel contemporary. Many of the details - from cutlery and glassware to wallpaper - come from local independent producers and help to give The Greyhound a homely, cosy atmosphere. 

There are a range of menu choices at The Greyhound - traditionalists can pick up the a la carte for a more classic three course affair, whilst there are also tasting menu options for those who want to try a few more dishes. The food broadly falls under the modern British umbrella, but there's definitely an emphasis on elevating classic gastropub fare with dishes like brown crab crumpet with radish, veal sweetbreads with Jerusalem artichoke and capers, Cotswold chicken breast with stuffed wing, salsify and tarragon, and pan-roast gurnard with crab, carrot and coriander.

Desserts include the likes of malted milk madeleine with espresso and passionfruit, and vanilla choux bun with Valrhona chocolate, blackberry and star anise. The restaurant also operates a vegan tasting menu as well, with dishes like butternut squash custard with pecan and sage, and shallot tarte tatin with Calvados and chestnuts.