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1 Chesil Street, Winchester, SO23 0HU
01962 851 555
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The Chesil Rectory

The Chesil Rectory is a unique and historic restaurant located in Winchester which occupies a 600 year old grade II listed Medieval house of exceptional character and charm. Independently owned since 2008 by a small group of friends who share a passion for food and wine, the Chesil Rectory offers a modern British menu featuring simple, classic, seasonal dishes and an abundance of fresh local produce.

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Opening Times

Monday to Friday
Lunch 12noon – 15:30 | Dinner 17:30 – 23:00

Saturday
Lunch 12noon – 15:30 | Dinner 18:00 – 23:00

Sunday
Lunch 12noon – 16:00 | Dinner 18:00 – 22:00

***Booking Times***

Monday to Thursday
Lunch 12noon – 14:00 | Dinner 17:30 – 21:00

Friday
Lunch 12noon – 14:00 | Dinner 17:30 – 21:30

Saturday
Lunch 12noon – 14:00 | Dinner 18:00 – 21:30

Sunday
Lunch 12noon – 15:00 | Dinner 18:00 – 20:00


Info
5 min walk from the city centre

Multi-story car park a 3 min walk away

Vegetarian / Vegan / Gluten Free Options

Private Dining – Please get in touch if you’d like to make a booking

Special du jour menu available Monday – Friday, lunchtimes & early supper only

Unfortunately, we are not wheelchair accessible

Please note: Dogs are NOT permitted inside the building, including the bar area, except service dogs.

Tel. 01962 851 555


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Dining

Decorated with vintage chandeliers and beautiful botanical prints, our intimate dining rooms are relaxed, peaceful and brimming with authentic charm. Perfect for lunch with friends, a romantic dinner,  light weekday suppers, business lunches or a mighty Sunday roast.

Our Chefs use an abundance of seasonal, local produce from our Hampshire doorstep to create our delicious menus. All the menus feature simple, classic dishes brought up to date with a twist.

 We politely remind customers that children’s high chairs are not available during dinner service.

The Chesil Rectory’s best local suppliers include:

Meat:

Medstead ​Meats & Poultry,  Hampshire

Cheese:

Lyburn, Tunworth, Godminster, Rosary Goats Cheese,

Fruit & Veg:

Four Seasons Fruiterers
Isle of Wight Tomatoes – The Tomato Stall

Watercress – Alresford

New Forest Strawberries

Fish:

ChalkStream Trout, Romsey
Kingfisher Seafood, Brixham
Portland Shellfish, Portland Island, Dorset – Live Crab, Live Lobsters, Live Molluscs

Coffee:

Mozzo Coffee, Southampton
CHAR Tea, Winchester

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A Taste of Chesil – Available Thurs–Sat only

All diners on the table must eat from the tasting menu, bookings must be made 72 hours in advance.
**£75 per person**
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All diners on the table must eat from the tasting menu, bookings must be made 72 hours in advance.

Chargrilled New Forest Asparagus, Old Winchester, Balsamic, Basil Oil

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Sea Bream Ceviche, Nduja Mayonnaise, Marjoram, Olive Oil

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Baked South Coast Gurnard, Sweet & Sour Peppers, Courgette, Chorizo, Chickpeas, Basil

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Loin and Confit Belly of Pork, Gnocchi, Peas, Shallots, Baby Gem, Pickled Shallot, Chicken Velouté

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Iced Lemon Parfait, French Meringue, Mango Coulis, Candied Lemon, Flaked Almonds

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Optional wine flight £45

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All Diners on the table must eat from the tasting menu, bookings must be made 72 hours in advance.

**£75 per person**
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**Available Monday – Friday: Lunchtime 12:00 – 2:00 PM | Dinner 5:30 – 6:30 PM**

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**Two Course Lunch £34.95 **Three Course Lunch £39.95

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Soup of the Day

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***Available Monday to Saturday for lunch, dinner, and Sunday from 6 pm.***

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Chargrilled New Forest Asparagus, Old Winchester, Balsamic, Basil Oil

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Terrine of Confit Duck & Jersey Royals, Parsley & Shallot Salad, Mustard Dressing

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**Two Courses £31.95 **Three Courses £35.95

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Leek and Potato Soup, Sourdough Crumb

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Chalk Stream Trout Fishcake, Saffron Aioli, Watercress & Radish Salad

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Beef Croquettes, Sundried Tomato Pesto, Rocket & Old Winchester, Balsamic Dressing

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Pan Roasted Pork Chop, Paprika, Coronation Potatoes, Garlic Greens, Roasting Juices

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South Coast Red Mullet, Crispy Baby Potatoes, Fennel & Apple Slaw, Sauce Vierge

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Woodland Mushroom Tagliatelle, Confit Onion, Rosary Goat’s Cheese, Sage, Toasted Hazelnuts, Spinach

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Tempura Vegetables, Ponzu Emulsion, Crispy Seaweed, Yuzu Gel

11.95
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Crispy Pig’s Head, Pink Lady Apple Purée, Puffed Wild Rice, Micro Salad

12.95
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Chargrilled New Forest Asparagus, Old Winchester, Balsamic, Basil Oil

13.50
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Terrine of Confit Duck & Jersey Royals, Parsley & Shallot Salad, Sweet Mustard Dressing

13.95
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Sea Bream Ceviche, Nduja Mayonnaise, Marjoram, Olive Oil

14.50
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Brixham Crab, Avocado, Melba Toast, Tomato Dressing, Cocktail Sauce

18.95
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Caramelised Aubergine, Isle Of Wight Halloumi, Rocket, Spiced Tomato Ragu, Roast Garlic & Shallot Raita

21.95
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Baked South Coast Gurnard, Sweet & Sour Peppers, Courgette, Chorizo, Chickpeas, Basil

28.50
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Chesil Market Fish Selection, Buttered Potatoes, Baby Leeks, Chervil Velouté

29.95
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Loin and Confit Belly of Pork, Gnocchi, Peas, Shallots, Baby Gem, Pickled Shallot, Chicken Velouté

30.50
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Oven Roasted Lamb Rump, Crisp Lamb Belly, Jersey Royals, New Forest Asparagus, Wild Garlic, Jus Gras

31.50
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Pan Roasted Duck Breast, Crispy Leg, Pomme Purée, Seasonal Greens, Pineapple Gel, Green Peppercorn Jus

31.95
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Sides

Buttered Baby Potatoes £4.50 | Green Beans, Confit Garlic, Olive Tapenade £4.95 | Seasonal Greens, Garlic Butter £3.95 | Charred New Forest Asparagus £8
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Iced Lemon Parfait, French Meringue, Mango Coulis, Candied Lemon, Flaked Almonds

10.95
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Banoffee Eton Mess, Caramelised Banana, Salted Caramel

11.95
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Buttermilk Pannacotta, Rhubarb, Bee Pollen Tuille

12.50
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Spiced Bramley Apple Sponge, Pink Lady Sorbet, Confit Lemon Toasted Hazelnuts

12.95
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Dark Chocolate & Malt Caramel Tart, Crème Fraîche, Hazelnut Praline

13.00
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The Chesil Cheese Selection

Award Winning British Cheese Served with Homemade Sourdough Crackers, House Pickles, Quince & Spiced Pear Chutney
11/19.50
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Sea Bream Ceviche, Nduja Mayonnaise, Marjoram, Olive Oil

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Roast Sirloin of Beef

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Roast Shoulder of Pork

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Chesil Nut Roast

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All of our roasts are accompanied by:

Roast Potatoes, Yorkshire Pudding, Cauliflower Cheese, Seasonal Greens, Stuffing, Roast Carrot & Plenty of our Homemade Gravy
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Baked South Coast Gurnard, Sweet & Sour Peppers, Courgette, Chorizo, Chickpeas, Basil

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Spiced Bramley Apple Sponge, Pink Lady Sorbet, Confit Lemon, Toasted Hazelnuts

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Dark Chocolate & Malt Caramel Tart, Crème Fraiche, Hazelnut Praline

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Buttermilk Pannacotta, Rhubarb, Bee Pollen Tuille

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Tunworth & Barkham Blue Cheese, Quince, Sourdough Crackers

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Dark Chocolate Marquise, Longley Farm Crème Fraiche

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Poached Rhubarb, Lemongrass Mousse, Toasted Walnuts

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Cornish Blue, Malt Loaf, Spiced Pear Purée

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**Two Courses £31.95 **Three Courses £35.95

**Available Monday – Friday: Lunchtime 12:00 – 2:00 PM | Dinner 5:30 – 6:30 PM**
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Book a Table

Please book tables online where possible. You can also call the restaurant directly on 01962 851 555 or email manager@chesilrectory.co.uk

You may also book the private dining room on line for up to 12 guests , but for larger groups in the main restaurant please contact us directly on manager@chesilrectory.co.uk

Please note: tables of 8 or more require a £50 deposit and a food pre-order.

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Whenever possible we use the finest local suppliers who are dedicated to creating delicious ingredients. Chef’s exquisite menus celebrate the best produce that Great Britain has to offer & many of our suppliers are based here in Hampshire.

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