Menu from Bird in Hand, Lovedean
Menu highlights
Includes dishes that are:
Vegan
Vegetarian
Home Made Bread, Marinated Olives & Balsamic (VG) Paired with – Rioja Blanco, lopez de haro
Crisp and fresh with soft citrus and pear flavours mingling with light oak and characters of toast and butter
Confit duck spring roll, plum compote, hoi sin gel Paired with – Shiraz Pinotage, Millberg Cellars
Superb blend! Ripe plum aromas with hints of vanilla. Full bodied but soft with light spice on the finish.
Cured salmon & avocado tartare, black sesame dressing & herb Salad Paired with – Provence rose, cuvee du golfe de st tropez
Beautiful shell pink colour. Elegant with subtle notes of white peaches, citrus fruit. Fresh on the palate with a lengthy finish.
Indian spiced chickpea burger, aubergine relish, chips & coleslaw Paired with – viognier, Les dames ricardelle
Aromatic on the nose and palate with a rich deep structure. Long fruity and refreshing on the finish
Beer Battered Fish of The Day, Hand Cut Chips, Tartare Sauce, Crushed Peas Paired with – chardonnay la bri or Champagne
Chalky lemon with crisp apple acidity on the palate with a lingering
Slow braised shoulder of English lamb, champ, caramelised shallots & French beans Paired with bobal, madam bobalu
Superb Valencian wine from a little-known grape variety. Intense cherry colour with black fruits and nuances of oak
Desserts
Selection of Cheeses, House Chutney, Quince Jelly & Crackers
Paired with port
Carrot cake, vanilla mascarpone & heritage carrots
Paired with sauternes
Mango & passion fruit cheesecake, toasted coconut & lime sorbet
Paired with - tokaji
More about the restaurant: Bird in Hand, Lovedean
Dear diners, please be aware that tables booked online are available for two hours only. To enquire about a lengthier booking, please contact the restaurant directly.
Recently renovated and exceptionally charming, The Bird in Hand is one of those country pubs that has earnt a marvellous reputation through being everything that a British country pub and restaurant should. South Hampshire loves this place, and it’s very much a jewel in the crown of Waterlooville specifically. Steeped in history and offering a range of exciting menus for any time of day, keen diners can find Bird in Hand just outside Cowplain on the edge of the village of Lovedean. It sits proudly and beautifully on Lovedean Lane where an experienced and passionate team wait to welcome you with undeniable British hospitality. A visit is simply essential.
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As you drive north of Waterlooville up Lovedean Lane, you’ll know you’ve arrived at Bird in Hand when you see a splendid Tudor-style cottage and you smell the distinctive aromas of classic British dishes. That’s all you’ll need to get you through the door of this fantastic country pub and restaurant in Cowplain but, once inside, the dark wooden flooring, original exposed beams, open log fire and classic bar stools may just make you fall in love. Bird in Hand is the perfect spot for casual British dining and, as you may have gathered by now, the setting on the edge of Lovedean village is just stunning. Blessing this part of Hampshire since the 1800’s, the building was once the local bakers and greengrocers. Heck, it was even the hiding place of the FA Cup during the Second World War.
Of course, the food on offer at Cowplain’s Bird in Hand lives up to the same standards. All dishes are homemade using the finest seasonal and local ingredients by a team of chefs who are passionate and knowledgeable. Menus are thoughtful with a rotating a la carte (according to the season) as well as lunch, afternoon tea and the children all being taken care of, too. There are even gluten-free and dairy-free menus – Bird in Hand, as you can see, caters for all of Waterlooville. Regardless of the menu you’re choosing from, expect gourmet British classics done absolutely right: honey glazed ham, pie of the day, rack of lamb or slow-cooked pork belly with black pudding crumb, to name a few. Sandwiches are made to order, salads are fresh and oh, the wine list is excellent. Reserve a table at this gem in Waterlooville, you simply will not regret it.