Rooted in season
At The Ship, our food philosophy is simple: start with beautiful, seasonal ingredients and treat them with care and respect. Our menu isn’t about making things complicated. It’s about letting great produce do the talking — and about celebrating the very best of what our local farms, growers, and suppliers can offer.
This is pub food, yes — but not as you might know it. It’s elevated, but never pretentious. It’s thoughtful, grounded, and full of flavour. Just like the space around it.
A Menu That Moves With the Seasons
Our menus change regularly — not just because we want to, but because the land demands it. We work with producers who understand seasonality and supply us with ingredients when they’re at their best. That means our dishes feel fresh, vibrant, and of the moment.
Right now, you’ll find things like:
Wood Pigeon with black fig and pistachio brittle — bold and earthy with a little twist of sweetness.
Mackerel paired with cucumber, almond, and grape salsa — clean, bright, and fresh as summer.
Beetroot Tarte with ricotta and rainbow chard — full of colour, comfort, and quiet elegance.
These aren’t dishes trying to impress for the sake of it. They’re designed to feel good to eat — to spark conversation, not confusion.
Small Plates, Big Flavour
Our small plates give you the chance to taste a few things, share a spread, or graze your way through the menu. Think:
Monkfish Pakora with pea & mint chutney — crisp, fresh and playful.
Crab Salad with elderflower and artichoke — delicate and aromatic.
Pork Schnitzel with samphire & fennel remoulade — a familiar favourite with a coastal kick.
These plates reflect our whole approach: take something recognisable, give it attention, and let it shine.
The Comfort of the Familiar, Done Well
Of course, we also keep space on the menu for simple pleasures. You’ll still find proper steak with béarnaise, crisp chips, and seasonal greens that sing on their own. Our Sutton Sliders and ham hock doughnuts bring a bit of fun to the table — proof that you can be serious about food without taking yourself too seriously.
And our sharing dishes? Perfect for long, lingering lunches or celebratory dinners where no one wants to choose just one thing.
Local First, Always
Supporting local isn’t a marketing line — it’s part of how we run. The quality of ingredients is better, the connection is stronger, and it keeps us in tune with the landscape we’re a part of. From Hampshire-reared meats to fresh South Coast seafood and local market garden veg, our ingredients come from people who care as much as we do.
A Menu That Belongs Here
Just like the interiors, our food is designed to feel anchored in place. It’s modern but rooted, confident but comfortable. Whether you’re popping in for a quick snack and a glass of wine, or settling in for a full meal with friends, we hope our food feels both special and familiar — the kind of dishes you’ll remember, but that don’t need explaining.