Pub near Coventry offering 'fresh seasonal food' aims to be the 'favourite local'

Priyanka Patel

21 June 2024 at 10:21 am·4-min read

Finally, the warm weather is here with the sun shining bright in the sky, and what better way to start the weekend than a trip to the pub? Enjoy the hotter days by enjoying a crisp pint and a delicious meal at The Almanack in the heart of Kenilworth.

The Almanack is a large, modern British gastropub with a central brick bar on Kenilworth high street. Many describe the establishment as offering 'excellent quality food' within 'pleasant surroundings', with bosses saying they aim to be Kenilworth's 'favourite local'.

The pub serves high-quality fresh seasonal food, alongside beers, wines and spirits at 'pub prices'. The Almanack is open all day, seven days a week serving breakfast, coffee and cake, lunch, drinks and dinner for customers.

Bosses at The Alamanack say they serve' the good stuff' with all the meat British and of the highest quality from Aubrey Allen. The steaks are from Britain's finest beef herds, 28-day dry-aged for 'stupendous flavour'. They also use Cotswold white chicken which is free-range, as are the eggs, pork and ice cream. The lamb is Cornish and the fish is native 'where possible' as they follow the 'ever-changing advice' on sustainability.

Newly appointed head chef Callan is responsible for the seasonal menu (currently the new summer menu was launched) and a range of tasty daily specials (check out the blackboards around the pub). The pub prides itself on celebrating the vibrant British food culture, focusing on seasonal ingredients, meaning the team buy the best stuff when it's at an ideal price.

As well as serving the full a la carte menu for lunch and dinner, the pub also serves hot fresh food throughout the day from eggs and fresh sourdough bread for breakfast to cakes, sandwiches and light hot dishes. The pub doesn't offer a kid's menu as they think children should have the opportunity to eat food 'as good as the adults' but the team are happy to make smaller or simplified versions of what's on the menu.

In terms of drinks, The Almanack have ales on tap from Greene King IPA to beers from locals Purity Brewery, plus continental beers and lagers including Peroni and Estrella. For spirits, Tanqueray London Dry Gin and Ketel One Vodka are the 'current favourites'.

Take a look below at the new summer menu at The Almanack:

Lamb Koftas, Greek Yoghurt & Sumac with Pomegranate - £6.50.
Tempura Courgette Fries with Truffle Cheese Dip - £6.50.
Pea & Shallot Ravioli with Baby Spinach & Butter Sauce - £15.25.
Sri Lankan Sweet Potato, Spinach & Chickpea Curry, Coconut Sambal with Basmati Rice & Chapati - £15.75.
Fish Pie - King Prawn, Hake, Loch Trout & Smoked Haddock, Butter Leaf Salad - £22.50.
Smashed Avocado, Free-Range Poached Eggs (V) Spring Onion & Chilli on Toasted Sourdough - £10.00
American Pancakes, Maple Syrup & Crispy Bacon - £9.00.
Miso-glazed Cod, Black Rice, Choi Sum, Lime, Chilli & Coriander - £23.00
Free-range Chicken Schnitzel, Garlic & Parsley Butter, Rocket, Parmesan & Fries - £19.00.

The Almanack has a 4-star rating on Tripadvisor, with other ratings including food (4/5), service (4/5), value (3.5/5) and atmosphere (3.5/5). It also has a 4.4-star rating on Google reviews.

Scott B said: "Special board sensation. Everyone should try the black pudding scotch egg, it is delicious. Wonderfully soft egg surrounded with a delicious sausage meat black pudding and very well-seasoned crispy crumb.Fantastic, thanks to head chef Sam."

Adam Nowak said: "Light and bright interior. Great beer selection. The food was really good. Had the crazy fish special with a seabass and a cod. All was very tasty."

David and Marianne added: "The food was utterly delicious (Michelin standard!) as usual. Service was excellent and the ambience was warm and inviting. Cannot praise the Almanack and the Peach Pubs highly enough. The Managers and staff deserve the highest award for their management skills in their selection of chefs, staff and food."

Where to find The Almanack:

Location: 89 Abbey End, North, Kenilworth CV8 1QJ
Opening times: 8am-11pm Monday to Friday, 8am-12am Saturday and 8am-10pm Sunday
Bookings: To make a booking, visit The Almanack website.

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