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Food and Drink at Macdonald Bear Hotel, Woodstock

A traditional inn with exquisite food, the Bear's inviting restaurant has been awarded 2 prestigious AA Rosettes in recognition of the quality of its food and impeccable service. Serving only the finest Scottish beef, lamb and wild white fish, our menus offer an ever-growing range of organic food and drink - good for you and the environment.

For a more casual dining experience, relax in our cosy Bar with a tempting sandwich or an after-dinner drink.

Macdonald The Bear Hotel, Main RestaurantThe Restaurant

Split into three separate rooms, with exposed floorboards, bow windows and an open fire, the Macdonald Bear Hotel's Restaurant exudes traditional charm. Reminiscent of a country inn, our hotel restaurant offers fine dining in a welcoming atmosphere. Reserve a table by the large bay window and sample innovative British cuisine from the seasonal menu.

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  • The Restaurant

    Start your day well with a satisfying breakfast of fresh fruit, freshly baked bread and pastries, sweet comb honey, or a full English breakfast made from the finest organic produce and free range eggs. Return later for a convivial break with friends on the sunny courtyard or spend a relaxed afternoon over a delicious Sunday lunch.
    Choose from the creative à la carte menu and dine on specialities such as carpaccio of yellow fin tuna with white radish remoulard, followed by a cassoulet of pulses with roasted girolles and thyme dumplings. Finish off the perfect meal with homemade bakewell tart with seville orange marmalade and clotted cream. Ask your waiter to recommend one of our many fine wines to complement your meal.

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    Opening Hours

    • Breakfast 7am - 10am Mon- Fri, 8am-10am Sat and Sun
    • Lunch 12pm-2.30pm daily
    • Dinner 7pm-10pm daily

    At Your Service

    • Dress code: Relaxed. No mobile phones please
    • Child policy: Accompanied children welcome. Children's menu available.
    • Seats: 80
    • Special requirements: Catered for on request
    • Open to non-residents

    Booking Information
    Due to the popularity of the Restaurant we advise you to book your table when you make your hotel reservation.

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    If you have a question about our dining policy or would like to enquire about a table reservation, please send us an enquiry form or contact 0844 879 9143.

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  • DINNER MENU

    Starters

    Soup of the Day

    Gressingham Duck Liver Parfait
    Caramelised kumquats

    Cured Shetland Organic Salmon
    Carrot, orange & vanilla puree

    Saffron Tortellini of Wild Girolles Mushrooms
    Wilted sorrel, mushroom & truffle foam

    Main Courses

    Braised Blade of 21 Day Aged Scottish Beef
    Mashed potato, braised red cabbage, red wine sauce

    Baked Free-range Corn Fed Chicken Supreme
    Fondant potato, carrot puree, Madeira sauce

    Pan Seared Wild Fillet of Atlantic Cod
    Fennel puree, black truffle potato, Pernod Sauce

    Stuffed Bell Pepper
    Butternut squash, puy lentils, sweet pepper sauce

    Desserts

    Blackcurrant Bakewell
    Cornish clotted cream

    Dark Chocolate Marquise
    Pistachio ice cream

    Glazed Lemon Tart
    Crème Fraiche

    Selection of Cheese & Biscuits

     

    Two Course - £28.00
    Three course - £32.00

    Should you have any dietary requirements, please ask your server for assistance.
    We have taken every precaution to ensure that nuts are only in menu items stated.
    However, we cannot guarantee that food products do not contain nuts or nut derivatives.
    To our knowledge, our products are free of GM goods
    Prices include VAT @ 17.5%. Gratuities at your discretion
    We ask that all guests please refrain from using mobile phones

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Macdonald The Bear Hotel, BarThe Bar

Join guests and Woodstock locals for a drink in the Macdonald Bear Hotel's comfortable Bar. Open for informal lunches, snacks and drinks, this friendly hotel bar serves a wide range of bottled and draught beers, malt whiskeys and fine wines.

 

  • The Bar

    Come in from the cold and warm yourself by the wood burning fire with your favourite tipple, or enjoy a cup of freshly brewed coffee in a cosy corner of the Bear Hotel's charming bar overlooking the street. The Bear's bar is a favourite haunt of guests and non-residents, and serves a delicious Sunday lunch.

    Opening Hours

    • 11am -11pm Monday to Sunday
    • Full bar service for residents

    At Your Service

    • Dress code: Casual
    • Child policy: Accompanied children welcome. Children's menu available
    • Seats: 20
    • Special requirements: Catered for on request

    Booking Information

    No reservation necessary.

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    If you have a question about our Bar, please send us an enquiry form or contact 0844 879 9143.

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Macdonald The Bear Hotel, Churchill LoungeChurchill Lounge

Ideal for morning coffee or afternoon tea, the elegance and peace of the Churchill Lounge are conducive to relaxation. Settle into a comfy sofa with the Sunday papers, order a drink or snack from the lounge menu or simply enjoy views over Market Square from the large sash windows. The Churchill Lounge is also a lovely venue for drinks receptions, family functions or private dining.

Lounge drinks menu

Lounge food menu

  • Churchill Lounge

    Take a mid-morning break in the peace and quiet of the Bear Hotel's elegant Churchill Lounge. After a busy morning of business or leisure, stop for lunch and choose from a tempting selection of sandwiches, soups and salads, or sit back in a soft armchair and take your time over Afternoon Tea.

    Opening Hours

    • 11am -11pm Monday to Sunday
    • Full bar service for residents

    At Your Service

    • Dress code: Casual
    • Child policy: Accompanied children welcome. Children's menu available.
    • Seats: 25
    • Special requirements: Catered for on request

    Booking Information
    No reservation necessary.

    Enquiry Form
    If you have a question about our Churchill Lounge, please send us an enquiry form or contact 0844 879 9143.

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Macdonald The Bear Hotel, Room ServiceRoom Service

Tired after a long day? Tempted by a leisurely breakfast in bed? Our Room Service menu has been designed with your convenience in mind. So kick off your shoes, pick up the phone and let us serve you in comfort.

Room service menu

  • Room Service

    After a long day of business or leisure settle into your luxurious hotel room and order from the extensive Room Service menu. From delicious desserts and freshly-brewed coffee, to substantial sandwiches and fine wines, whatever you fancy is a quick call away!

    Opening Hours

    • Available 24 hours a day, with a limited menu between 10.30pm and 7.30am.

    At Your Service

    • Child policy: Children's room service menu available on request
    • Special requirements: Catered for on request

    Booking Information
    We like to deliver your room service requests as quickly as possible.

    Enquiry Form
    If you have a question about our room service policy please send us an enquiry form or contact 0844 879 9143.

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  • Champagnes

    Champagne Mansard Brut
    Blended with the three main champagne grape varieties; Pinot Noir
    gives elegance and length, Pinot Meunier gives bodyweight and
    Chardonnay contributes aroma and finesse. There is a good amount
    of bottle age on the brut non-vintage, making this a very attractive
    and enjoyable champagne.

    Sparkling Pinot Grigio Rosé, San Orsola
    A fashionable pink sparkling version of Italy's most popular white grape;
    light, dry and refreshing.

    White Wine

    Sancerre, les Comtesses, Paul Thomas, Chavignol, Loire Valley, France
    The wine comes from a particular slope called 'les Comtesses' on
    the best part of the south facing hill of Chavignol, just outside the
    hill town of Sancerre. This is an elegant and appealing Sancerre, full
    of 'gooseberry' fruit with a delicious citrus tang.

    Chablis, J Moreau et Fils, Burgundy, France
    Very dry, crisp flinty wine with excellent fruit and acidity, yet retains
    its essential elegance.

    Sauvignon Blanc, Dos Hermanos, Curicó Valley, Chile, Fairtrade
    Fairtrade Wine means that the growers are guaranteed a fair and
    stable price for their grapes. Winemaker Peter Bright was one of
    the original flying winemakers and this Sauvignon is typical of his
    excellent wines - fresh, zesty and aromatic with a lively crisp acidity.

    Chardonnay, Vin de Pays d'Oc, Fortant, France
    A delicate wine with subtle aromas of pears, figs, hazlenut and honey.

    White Rioja, Marqués de Cáceres, Spain
    The best of new style wines from Spain with ripe, lively fruit and
    a fresh, dry finish. This young white is perfect as an aperitif.

    Colombard/Chardonnay, Katherine Hills, Australia
    Lifted, tropical fruit characters, balanced by citrus and melon
    flavours, dominate the nose. These enticing characters follow
    through to a palate showing length and lingering fruitiness.

    Pinot Grigio, Marchesini, Italy
    A crisp, dry wine with the fuller style typical of this highly popular
    grape variety. Cool fermented for maximum fruit and acidity
    retention, the wine is bottled while young and fresh.

    Chenin Blanc, Cape Bay, South Africa
    This popular young wine gives delicious ripe Chenin fruit balanced
    by a dry, long finish.

    Chardonnay, Willowood, California
    Made using state of the art techniques to produce a crisp, dry
    white wine with refreshing citrus fruit characters and a typical
    light buttery finish.

    Red Wines

    Fleurie, le Roitelet, Henry Fessy, Beaujolais, France
    Soft, silky, raspberry fruit and an attractive purpley red colour
    characterise this well made wine from the Gamay grape.

    Pinot Noir, Vin de Pays d'Oc, Robert Skalli, France
    Intense flavours of small black fruit, chocolate and liquorice give
    wonderful complexity to this smooth, delicious wine.

    Pinotage, Cape Bay, South Africa
    From a grape variety unique to the Cape, this is a delicious red
    wine with attractive berry fruit and full flavours. Once you have
    tasted this grape variety, it will become a firm favourite.

    Cabernet Sauvignon, Vin de Pays d'Oc, Fortant, France
    A smooth, generous wine with intense aromas of blackcurrant,
    vanilla and pepper.

    Merlot, Willowood, California
    A delicious soft rounded red with hints of ripe red berries and
    supple tannins.

    Shiraz/Cabernet, Katherine Hills, Australia
    This wine has smooth, ripe fruit with soft tannins. The delicate
    spice of the Shiraz blends perfectly with the red fruit characters
    of the Cabernet Sauvignon.

    Merlot Refosco, Altana di Vico, Italy
    A light bodied yet convincing all-rounder. Fruity and well balanced -
    great with pasta dishes and cold meats.

    Rose

    Grenache/Syrah/Cinsault Rosé, Wild Boar, Provence, France
    A refreshing dry rosé from the heart of Provence. Bright red berry
    and mint aromas with a supple yet dry and crisp finish. Very versatile
    and matches perfectly with grilled white meats, seafood, dry cheeses
    and salads.

    Pinot Grigio Rosé, Marchesini, Italy
    Pinot Grigio is neither dark or light skinned (actually somewhere in
    between) as such it lends itself well to the production of pink wines.
    Just off-dry and subtly flavoured this fashionable combination is a
    good choice for many wine lists.

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