The Greyhound Beaconsfield

British, Vegan, Vegetarian·
££££
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Silver Award
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SquareMeal Review of The Greyhound Beaconsfield

Silver Award

Don’t be fooled by the quaint and cosy impression The Greyhound Beaconsfield gives from the outside, as you walk through the doors, this pub and restaurant is surprisingly spacious. 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 has been open for less than two years and has already made its mark as not only a must-visit destination for the town but for the county.

The restaurant offers a traditional British appeal, with squishy leather seats set at polished, dark wooden tables. Drinks are served in traditional cut glass, with glistening gold straws poking out, while feather napkin rings add a luxe feel to the traditional setting.

Bar snacks come with a gourmet upgrade including fresh crumpets with raclette & pickles, and bites of truffle arancini served with a red pepper ketchup. Our hero of the starters had to be the summer truffle, a dish of homemade cavaletti, neatly presented and topped with fresh grated black truffle at the table. Mains of Berkshire Saddle of Lamb served with Swiss Chard and white onion is the perfect modern take on a traditional dish, brilliantly executed and as with all the dishes - beautifully presented. The pudding menu is carefully thought through and there’s an ever-changing cheeseboard served with seasonal condiments. Instead of large, decadent portions, the desserts offer just enough of a treat to satisfy a sweet tooth.

The Greyhound Beaconsfield manages to bring the quality of a fine dining restaurant with the kind of warm hospitality that makes you feel like you are dining among friends.

Good to know

Average Price
££££ - £50 - £79
Cuisines
British, Vegan, Vegetarian
Ambience
Cosy, Fine dining, Romantic, Traditional
Awards
SquareMeal UK Top 100
Food Occasions
Dinner, Lunch
Alfresco And Views
Outside seating
Special Features
Vegan options, Vegetarian options, Wheelchair access
Perfect for
Birthdays, Celebrations, Dates, Romantic, Special occasions
Food Hygiene Rating

About

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. 

Menu Highlights

Starters
Orkney Scallop Carpaccio - £16.00

With Grapefruit, Wasabi, Yuzu

Summer Truffle - £25.00

Fresh Peas, Quinoa, Lemon

Main Courses
New Season Guinea Fowl - £28.00

With Girolles, Artichoke, Black Garlic

Roasted Cauliflower - £25.00

With Nori Dumpling, Chestnut Mushroom, Spring Greens

Dessert
Banana Soufflé - £13.00

With Peanut Butter Ice Cream, Salted Toffee Sauce

Callebaut Caramel Chocolate - £13.50

With Raspberry, Hyssop


FAQs

Does the restaurant have car parking?

Yes there is car parking spaces at front of the restaurant.

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Does the restaurant serve Sunday lunch?

No, the restaurant isn't open on Sundays and therefore doesn't serve Sunday lunch

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Can I just come for a drink?

Of course, the bar is open from Tuesday to Saturday 12pm - 3pm and 6.30pm-10.30pm.

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Are dogs welcome?

Dogs are welcome in the summer months on the outside dining and drinking terrace. In the wintertime, they welcome dogs in their bar area for dining and drinking.

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Meet the team
The Greyhound Beaconsfield

Jermaine Harriott

Head Chef

Jermaine joined the Greyhound team with a wealth of experience behind him, including time at the famous Langan’s Brasserie in London, the Royal Over-Seas League, Jason Atherton’s Michelin-starred Pollen Street Social, and Skylon.

Now a head chef, he focuses on seasonal produce and retaining the integrity of the ingredient.

 

The Greyhound Beaconsfield

James Askew

Development Chef

James is the Greyhound’s development chef who supports the wider growth plans and leads the development of any special projects. His journey with the pub started when it first opened as a sous chef, later becoming a head chef after one year and running the helm for two years.

He previously held roles at Odette’s in London’s Primrose Hill, where he worked under chef Bryn Williams, and the White Oak in Cookham, where he worked under Clive Dixon.


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Location

33 Windsor End, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 2JN

01494 671 315 01494 671 315

Website

Opening Times

Lunch
Mon Closed
Tue 12:00-15:00
Wed 12:00-15:00
Thu 12:00-15:00
Fri 12:00-15:00
Sat 12:00-15:00
Sun Closed
Dinner
Mon Closed
Tue 16:30-22:30
Wed 16:30-22:30
Thu 16:30-22:30
Fri 16:30-22:30
Sat 16:30-22:30
Sun Closed

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24 Reviews 
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Service
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Value

Charlie B

02 August 2024   - Verified Diner
Food & Drink 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Outstanding

We visited with friends and from start to finish it was fantastic. The staff are wonderful and the wine amazing. The chefs have done a fabulous job with the menu. We WILL be back. 

Michae E

18 February 2024  
Food & Drink 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Fantastic Restaurant

visited again for my wife's birthday and loved the food, always different and service is outstanding, great team and very attentive. The atmosphere is great to much the food and service, a really fabulous dinning experiance .  

Anon

19 March 2023   - Verified Diner
Food & Drink 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5

Excellent service and food. Vegetarian tasting menu was simply great.

Anon

01 December 2022  
Food & Drink 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5

Consistent good service excellent food. 

Nicola G

30 November 2022  
Food & Drink 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5

The top of it's game without doubt - impecable hospitality, innovative menu and delightful interior design. Always a joy to visit.

Rachel L

30 November 2022  
Food & Drink 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5

Brilliant restaurant, amazing food and fantastic customer care

Anon

30 November 2022  
Food & Drink 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5

Good value fine dining with knowledgeable and friendly service. 

Kevin H

30 November 2022  
Food & Drink 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5

Great food and amazing service

Louise K

30 November 2022  
Food & Drink 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5

Loveliest dining experience 

Carrie R

25 November 2022  
Food & Drink 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5

Absolutely everything about the Greyhound is perfect! The setting, the decor, the service, the drinks and wow, the food! It is an impeccable dining experienced clearly centered on real passion for food and wine.

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