OpenRumbles Fish Bar - Sudbury
Lavenham Road, Great Waldingfield, Sudbury CO10 0SA, United Kingdom
Culinary Philosophy
The Sandstone's menu showcases the charm of traditional pub fare with a modern twist. For starters, the crowd-pleasers like black pudding stack and halloumi fries shine, paving the way for a satisfying meal experience. Mains feature a range of options, from the hearty chef's pie to the succulent lamb shank. Each dish is crafted with care and attention, ensuring taste and presentation are on point. The Sunday roast is particularly famous, allowing diners to indulge in a choice of three meats paired with a delightful selection of sides.
Desserts also receive a commendation, with options like sticky toffee pudding and chocolate fudge cake providing a sweet finish to any meal. Light bites offer a deal that's hard to resist—two for £20 choices make it a great option for sharing. With a total of 72 plates ranging from sandwiches and paninis to tantalizing mains, the menu caters to various tastes and preferences, ensuring there’s something for everyone. Whether seeking comfort food or a quick nibble, The Sandstone delivers a well-rounded dining experience.
Starters
Black pudding Sandstone stack£6.95
Black pudding layered with bacon and topped with cheese sauce
Nachos£6.95
Tortilla chips topped with mixed beans, salsa, sour cream, cheese and jalapenos
Halloumi fries£6.95
Halloumi fries served with a sweet chilli sauce
Duck bon bon£6.95
Shredded duck in a sweet hoisin sauce, coated in crispy breadcrumb
Smoked haddock fishcake£6.95
A smoked haddock fishcake in golden crumb, served on a bed of crispy kale with citrus dip
Pate£7.95
Chicken and liver pate served with onion chutney and toasted bread
Goats cheese tart£7.95
Shortcrust tart filled with caramelised red onion, topped with goat cheese
Share platter£16.95
Garlic bread, BBQ chicken strips, duck bon bons, scampi, halloumi fries and onion rings, served with a selection of dips
Mains
Lasagne£14.95
Traditional layered lasagne, served with a mixed salad and garlic ciabatta
Chef's pie£14.95
Shortcrust base chef's pie with a puff pastry top, served with mashed potatoes or hand cut chips, vegetables and gravy
Chef's curry£14.95
Homemade curry served with turmeric rice, naan bread, poppadom and mang chutney
Lamb shank£17.95
Lamb shank served on a bed of mashed potatoes with a side of vegetables and gravy
Scampi£14.95
Deep fried breaded scampi, served with hand cut chips, garden peas and tartar sauce
Battered cod£15.95
Large beer battered cod, served with hand cut chips, mushy peas and tartar sauce
Salmon£16.95
Garlic salmon coated in a citrus sauce, served with crushed roasted potatoes and tenderstem broccoli
Seabass£17.95
Pan fried seabass served with a Mediterranean potato salad
Sandstone beef burger£15.95
Two 4oz steak burgers topped with bacon and cheese, served with hand cut chips, corn on the cob and slaw
Sandstone chicken burger£15.95
Two pieces of BBQ marinated chicken in crispy breadcrumb, served with hand cut chips, corn on the cob and slaw
Arley's vegan burger£15.95
Two Arley's plant based burgers topped with flat mushroom, vegan cheese, tomato and red onion, served with hand cut chips, corn on the cob and vegan mayo
Steakhouse burger£16.95
8oz steak burger topped with mozzarella, crispy onions, streaky bacon and peppercorn sauce, served with hand cut chips, onion rings and slaw
Gammon steak£15.95
10oz gammon steak topped with egg, served with hand cut chips, onion rings, mushrooms, grilled tomato and garden peas
Ribeye steak£20.95
10oz ribeye steak served with hand cut chips, onion rings, mushrooms, grilled tomato and garden peas
Fillet steak£19.95
8oz fillet steak served with hand cut chips, onion rings, mushrooms, grilled tomato and garden peas
Mixed grill£27.95
Sausages, gammon, steak, lamb, pork steak and black pudding, served with hand cut chips, onion rings, fried egg, mushrooms, grilled tomato and garden peas
Arley's vegan chilli£13.95
Arley's plant based chilli, served with rice and a salad garnish
Risotto£13.95
Mushroom risotto, served with tenderstem broccoli
Arley's vegan salad£14.95
Arley's plant based chargrilled chicken pieces, served with a mixed salad, croutons and a vegan dressing
Sides
Hand cut chips£3.95
Cheesy chips£4.95
Onion rings£3.95
Side salad£3.95
Mixed vegetables£3.95
Garlic bread£4.95
Cheesy garlic bread£6.95
Peppercorn sauce£2.95
Blue cheese sauce£2.95
Diane sauce£2.95
Gravy£1.95
Desserts
Cheesecake£5.95
Cheesecake of the day, served with a choice of Cheshire Farm ice cream or fresh cream
Brownie£5.95
Double chocolate brownie, served with a choice of Cheshire Farm ice cream or fresh cream
Chocolate fudge cake£5.95
Warm chocolate fudge cake, served with a choice of Cheshire Farm ice cream or fresh cream
Sticky toffee£5.95
Sticky toffee pudding, served with custard or a choice of Cheshire Farm ice cream
Maple brownie£5.95
Maple and pecan brownie, served with a choice of Cheshire Farm ice cream or fresh cream
Waffles£5.95
Warm waffles, served with Cheshire Farm ice cream and chocolate sauce
Eton mess£5.95
Strawberries, crushed meringue, whipped cream and strawberry sauce
Cheshire Farm ice cream£4.95
A choice of 3 scoops - vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, honeycomb, mint choc chip, unicorn, vegan coconut/vanilla or 2 scoops of lemon sorbet
Sunday starters
Black pudding Sandstone stack£6.95
Black pudding layered with bacon and topped with cheese sauce
Garlic mushrooms£6.95
Creamy garlic mushrooms topped with mozzarella cheese, served with toasted ciabatta
Halloumi fries£6.95
Halloumi fries served with a sweet chilli sauce
Pate£7.95
Chicken liver pate served with onion chutney and toasted bread
Goat cheese tart£7.95
Shortcrust tart filled with caramelised red onion, topped with goat cheese
Sunday roast dinners
Traditional roast dinner£13.95
A choice of beef, turkey or pork, served with mashed potatoes, roasted potatoes, a selection of vegetables, stuffing, Yorkshire Pudding and a rich pan gravy
Meat trio£18.95
Beef, turkey and pork, served with mashed potatoes, roasted potatoes, a selection of vegetables, stuffing, Yorkshire Pudding and a rich pan gravy
Mushroom wellington£13.95
Wild mushroom wrapped in pastry, served with mashed potatoes, roasted potatoes, a selection of vegetables and a mushroom gravy
Sunday mains
Lamb shank£17.95
Lamb shank served on a bed of mashed potatoes with a side of vegetables and gravy
Scampi£14.95
Deep fried breaded scampi, served with hand cut chips, garden peas and tartar sauce
Salmon£16.95
Garlic salmon coated in a citrus sauce, served with crushed roasted potatoes and tenderstem broccoli
Sandstone beef burger£15.95
Two 4oz steak burgers topped with bacon and cheese, served with hand cut chips, corn on the cob and slaw
Sandstone chicken burger£15.95
Two pieces of BBQ marinated chicken in crispy breadcrumb, served with hand cut chips, corn on the cob and slaw
Arley's vegan burger£15.95
Two Arley's plant based burgers topped with flat mushroom, vegan cheese, tomato and red onion, served with hand cut chips, corn on the cob and vegan mayo
Risotto£13.95
Mushroom risotto, served with tenderstem broccoli
Light bites - 2 for £20
Scampi£10.95
Deep fried breaded scampi, served with hand cut chips, garden peas and tartar sauce
Gammon steak£10.95
5oz gammon steak topped with egg, served with hand cut chips, onion rings, mushrooms, grilled tomato and garden peas
Battered cod£10.95
Small beer battered cod, served with hand cut chips, mushy peas and tartar sauce
Sandstone beef burger£10.95
4oz steak burger topped with bacon and cheese, served with hand cut chips and slaw
Sandstone chicken burger£10.95
BBQ marinated chicken in crispy breadcrumb, served with hand cut chips and slaw
Arley's vegan burger£10.95
Arley's plant based burger topped with flat mushroom, vegan cheese, tomato and red onion, served with hand cut chips and slaw
Sandwiches and paninis
Cheese and pickle£8.95
Cheddar and mozzarella mix with Branston pickle, served with hand cut chips and homemade chunky slaw
Ham and cheese£8.95
Cooked ham with cheddar and mozzarella mix, served with hand cut chips and homemade chunky slaw
Tuna mayo£8.95
Tuna, mayonnaise and red onion, served with hand cut chips and homemade chunky slaw
Bacon and Brie£8.95
Bacon, brie and a choice of chilli and lime chutney or red onion chutney, served with hand cut chips and homemade chunky slaw
Sandstone club£8.95
BBQ marinated chicken in crispy breadcrumb, bacon, with a cheddar and mozzarella mix, served with hand cut chips and homemade chunky slaw
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About The Sandstone
Located at Chester's Nantwich Rd, The Sandstone sits in a prime area for both locals and visitors. The recent refurbishment breathes new life into this traditional pub, merging historic charm with modern comfort. The casual and cosy vibe creates the perfect backdrop for gatherings, whether it's a casual lunch, a peaceful dinner, or a spirited pub quiz night. Accessibility options abound, including wheelchair-accessible entrances and restrooms, ensuring everyone can enjoy the delightful atmosphere.
The pub features a spacious beer garden equipped with games like darts and pool, perfect for a light-hearted competition with friends. Regular guests often praise the friendly staff, known for their attentive service and personal touches, like custom recommendations and accommodating dining requests. Those coming in groups find they can reserve tables and make the visit extra special, particularly on busy weekends or during events. Plus, the convenient parking options make accessing The Sandstone a breeze. Don't forget to stroll the Sandstone Trail before or after your visit—a walk that makes for a lovely prelude to a satisfying meal!
