Woolpack Inn
21 Risborough Road, Stoke Mandeville, nr Aylesbury, HP22 5UP
The Woolpack country pub and eating-house has an open plan and stylish interiors. Like many other gastropubs that have sprung up in various locations over the past decade, this Risborough Road outlet's menu is a splendid excuse to stop by for lunch or unwind after work. Its well-lit, spacious and comfortable ambience draws both locals and visitors. Contemporary inns such as these usually share a number of characteristics. An important feature is space, preferably a restaurant where you are comfortable, not over-awed, and not sharing elbow space with the next table, however sociable they may be. Good, too, to have an optional al fresco eating out space, in this case on a patio at the front, and last, but by no means least, a roomy and well stocked bar where you can actually get served without undue delay.The Woolpack country pub and eating-house has an open plan and stylish interiors. Like many other gastropubs that have sprung up in various locations over the past decade, this Risborough Road outlet's menu is a splendid excuse to stop by for lunch or unwind after work. Its well-lit, spacious and comfortable ambience draws both locals and visitors.
Contemporary inns such as these usually share a number of characteristics. An important feature is space, preferably a restaurant where you are comfortable, not over-awed, and not sharing elbow space with the next table, however sociable they may be. Good, too, to have an optional al fresco eating out space, in this case on a patio at the front, and last, but by no means least, a roomy and well stocked bar where you can actually get served without undue delay. After all, drinking should be taken seriously.
If a pub offers all of these, and is in a good location, there is little reason in today's economic climate why it should not flourish. The Woolpack provides ample evidence that this is true. But of course there are other factors. The term gastropub covers a multitude of blessings, and it is possible to see influences of brasserie, bistro, restaurant and even café at work within the great gastro umbrella. So expect to find no one single cuisine, but a blend designed to provide something for everybody, no matter what their treat may be.
To set the right note of fashionable sociability there are sharing plates, box baked Camembert with red onion jam and rustic bread and Greek mezze of taramasalata with red pepper hummus, tzatziki, feta and flatbreads.
Amongst the starters, there is freshly made soup, smoked mackerel pâté, seared pigeon breast, or a red onion tart. The salads - sorry, that should read 'leaves' - offer Persian chicken kebabs, fattoush salad, yoghurt and mint dressing, and for the seafood fiends some smoked trout, prawn, pancetta, horseradish dressing, watercress, spinach and baby potatoes.
These days no self-respecting gastropub can afford to be without its pizza range; expect to find a classic Margherita of tomato, mozzarella, oregano and basil, another with pepperoni, chorizo, tomato and jalapeños. Pastas include rigatoni, pork, veal and oregano meatballs with arrabiata sauce, and smoked haddock risotto.
For the big event, there is always a fish of the day on request. The spit chicken with roast garlic, lemon, thyme, aioli and frites is worth trying too. The classic burger, which has risen from the confines of fast food chains, carves a niche for itself on the menu and comes with onion, gherkin, mustard mayo, cheese and bacon. For hearty eaters there is a five spice duck confit, or lamb rack with a spiced dukkah crust.
A wide range of supporting dishes includes Belgian frites and mayo, and cabbage, leeks and peas. Desserts are some of the best you'll encounter with apple and frangipane gallette and Cognac ice cream, and there is also a selection of local cheeses to set the buffs alight.
The Woolpack stocks a wide range of beers, both well-loved draught ales and bottled from further afield. The wine list covers plenty of territory from traditional clarets to Pinot Grigio, and champagne by the glass or bottle is always available. Service is cheerful, brisk and totally in keeping with the friendly nature of a good English gastropub.
You can check that out and much more on their Website. Please note that the E-Mail Contact is for enquiries only, not for bookings.
English, Gastropub, Modern British
: 12:00 - 22:00 (last orders)
: 12:00 - 22:30 (last orders)
: 12:00 - 21:00 (last orders)
01296 615970
21 Risborough Road, Stoke Mandeville, nr Aylesbury, HP22 5UP [Map]
£18.00 £28.00
£12.50 (2 courses), Mon - Fri
£12.50 (2 courses), Mon - Fri, pre 7 pm
(Avg Price is the average cost per person for two courses, coffee, half a bottle of house wine and tip/service)
REVIEWS OF Woolpack Inn
Nicola (6 November 2009)
The Woolpack is open again as of 4th November 2009. It is a fantastic restaurant better than before - definitely worth a visit.
Tracey Courtney (24 March 2009)
This restaurant is totally outstanding; the members of staff are excellent and the food is to die for, 10/10. We have been there many times and will keep going and recommending the place to friends and family. Keep up the good work and well done to all the staff.
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More Info for Woolpack Inn
Children welcome
Air condition
Reservations
Groups allowed
Outside seating
Cover charge
£14.95
£14.95
Not included, 10% (optional) for 8 or more
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