Breakfast
Classic English Breakfast£12.50
British pork sausage, back bacon, traditional black pudding, two farm eggs, sauté mushroom, grilled tomato, baked beans, hash brown & slice of freshly baked sourdough
- Add any item extra£1.50
Vegetarian Breakfast£11.50
Plant-based bacon, grilled asparagus, two farm eggs, sauté mushrooms, grilled tomatoes, baked beans, hash brown & slice of freshly baked sourdough
The Autumn Sourdough£11.95
Roasted Butternut and pepper sauce on freshly baked sourdough with melted soft cheese, saute mushroom, bacon and poached eggs, chive on top
The Basil Leaf Sourdough£10.50
Poached egg, saute mushrooms, bacon, on fresh sourdough, finished with our home-made old winchester pesto
Italian Frittata with feta£11.25
Bacon, mushroom, cherry tomato, spinach and caramelised onion frittata baked in the oven, made with farm eggs, full fat milk and fresh sourdough
Eggs Benedict£9.95
Poached eggs, either serrano ham/ smoked salmon, or spinach, hollandaise, served on a classic English muffin
Greek Feta and Smashed Avocado Sourdough£7.95
Feta cheese, avocado, cherry tomatoes with Italian sourdough, chilli flakes
Sweet Tooth
Apple and cinnamon Porridge£7.50
Wintery Spiced porridge with cinnamon, honey, cut apple and blueberries, sprinkle of chia and flaxseeds, full fat milk
Chocolate and banana porridge£7.50
Porridge mixed with chocolate sauce, fresh banana, chocolate shavings, walnuts, chia and flaxseeds, honey, full fat milk
Buttermilk American Pancakes with chocolate and banana£8.95
American pancakes with sliced banana and chocolate syrup, dark chocolate shavings, mint
Buttermilk American Pancakes with Biscoff and fresh strawberry£8.95
American pancakes with sliced strawberry, and Biscoff syrup sprinkles with dark chocolate shavings, mint
House Waffles with whipped cream, banana and chocolate£8.95
House Waffles with whipped cream, fresh berries and Biscoff Sauce£8.95
Bacon Pancakes with Maple Syrup£11.95
Beef patty, bacon, maple syrup, buttermilk American pancakes
Apple and cinnamon Porridge£7.50
Wintery Spiced porridge with cinnamon, honey, cut apple and blueberries, sprinkle of chia and flaxseeds, full fat milk
Chocolate and banana porridge£7.50
Porridge mixed with chocolate sauce, fresh banana, chocolate shavings, walnuts, chia and flaxseeds, honey, full fat milk
Buttermilk American Pancakes with chocolate and banana£8.95
American pancakes with sliced banana and chocolate syrup, dark chocolate shavings, mint
Buttermilk American Pancakes with Biscoff and fresh strawberry£8.95
American pancakes with sliced strawberry, and Biscoff syrup sprinkles with dark chocolate shavings, mint
Smoothies
Strawberry Split£3.95
Strawberry and Banana
Big 5£3.95
Pineapple, Mango, Strawberry and Kiwi
Detox Zing£3.95
Banana, Blueberry, Carrot, Courgette and Ginger
Kale Kick£3.95
Mango, Spinach and Kale
Cherry Poppins£3.95
Strawberries, Blackcurrants, Raspberries, Mango, Banana and Sour Cherries
Strawberry Split£3.95
Strawberry and Banana
Big 5£3.95
Pineapple, Mango, Strawberry and Kiwi
Detox Zing£3.95
Banana, Blueberry, Carrot, Courgette and Ginger
Kale Kick£3.95
Mango, Spinach and Kale
Cherry Poppins£3.95
Strawberries, Blackcurrants, Raspberries, Mango, Banana and Sour Cherries
Starters
Wild Mushroom and Truffle Arancini£11.25
Breaded Arancini with truffle, mushroom and mozzarella cheese served with rocket, tomato puree and garlic aioli
Spiced Pumpkin soup in bread bowl£10.50
House pumpkin soup with roasted vegetable, served with cream and crispy croutons, fresh parsley, butter, chilli flakes
Butternut Squash and Sweet potato soup£9.50
House pumpkin soup with roasted vegetable, served with cream and croutons, fresh parsley, butter
Fresh Bruschetta with basil and garlic£8.50
Aromatic bruschetta served on sourdough with salad and balsamic glaze, lemon, garlic, fresh basil, chia and flaxseeds
Spiced House Mezze£9.25
Crispy flat bread with fresh and juicy houmous, Tzatziki, Spiced tomato and roasted pepper quinoa garnished with pomegranate seeds, mixed seeds, olives and cucumber
Chicken Liver Pate with fried onion£8.25
Seasoned Chicken Liver Pate topped with fried onion and olive oil, fresh parsley and chives, olives, fresh sourdough and chilli flakes
Salads
Roasted Beetroot and Goats cheese salad with walnuts£11.50
Roasted beetroot, goats cheese, fresh mix leaf salad, walnuts, onion, lemon and pomegranate dressing
Roasted Butternut Squash salad with chilli Pear and sweet potato£13.95
Mix leaf salad with roasted butternut squash, sweet potato, chilli honey glazed pear, cinnamon sprinkle, pomegranate seeds and balsamic glaze
Winchester Winter Rainbow Panzanella Salad£16.75
Mix leaf salad, Roasted cherry tomatoes, house croutons, Italian burrata, garlic, onion, coriander, beetroot, squash and Old Winchester cheese sprinkle, red wine vinegar dressing
Spiced Cauliflower Salad with vegan feta£11.50
Baked cauliflower with chilli, green leaves, garlic, pomegranate seeds, vegan feta, pecan halves, pomegranate dressing
Zapiekanka
Pulled Pork Zapiekanka£9.95
Pulled Pork, Jalapeno flatbread, chipotle sauce, saute mushroom, peppers, crispy onions
Pierogi
Pierogi£14.95
Cheese & potato dumplings with caramelised onion accompanied by sour cream dip
Signature Mains
The Basil Leaf’s Special Steak£18.50
Hampshire Sirloin 8oz steak, crispy onions, gherkins, garlic creamy mash potato, garlic, rosemary, cherry vine tomatoes, House slaw, tomatoes, house peppercorn sauce| gravy | blue cheese sauce
The Truffle Steak Ciabatta Melt£19.95
Artisan Ciabatta packed with salad melted Parmigiano Reggiano, Hampshire sirloin steak, truffle fries and house peppercorn sauce, crispy onion, Hampshire Sirloin Steak
Lions Mane Mushroom Steak£16.75
Lions Mane Mushroom steak served with a roasted butternut sauce, orzo, kale, spinach, carrots, fiery red chilies
House Chicken Gyros£14.95
Seasoned Oven baked chicken gyros, flatbread fresh Tzatziki, mix leaf salad, tomatoes, garlic, gherkins, pomegranate seeds, garlic sauce, skin-on house fries
The Maple Glazed Salmon with Grilled Asparagus and Roasted Cherry vine Tomatoes£16.50
Oved baked salmon glazed with maple syrup, orange, roasted cherry vine tomatoes, grilled asparagus, lemon, skin-on fries
Seabass Royale in Roasted Butternut Sauce£14.95
Oven baked seabass in House Roasted butternut squash sauce with peppers, garlic and onion, thyme orzo, coriander, chilli flakes
Autumn Butternut Tortelli with Chilli Honey and roasted pears£16.50
Italian Butternut tortelli, roasted pears, coriander, chilli honey drizzle, sprinkle of Old Winchester Cheese
House Burgers
The Reblochon Melt Burger£24.50
Home-made chunky beef burger (from grass-fed, Hampshire cows), house onion marmalade, fresh beef tomatoes, onions, lettuce with pickled cucumber. Served with a traditional French Roblochon, roasted garlic, our skin-on fries, onion rings, homemade coleslaw and house burger sauce
The Gorgonzola Melt Blue Burger£16.95
Chunky beef burger, house onion marmalade, fresh beef tomatoes, onions, lettuce with pickled cucumber, topped with fresh mozzarella and Gorgonzola cheese. Served with our skin-on fries, onion rings, homemade coleslaw and house burger sauce
The NYC Burger£16.95
Home-made chunky beef burger, crispy bacon, house onion marmalade, fresh beef tomatoes, onions, lettuce with pickled cucumber, melted fresh mozzarella cheese, finished with smoky BBQ sauce. Served with our skin-on fries, onion rings, homemade coleslaw and house burger sauce
The Classic Burger£14.95
Home-made chunky beef burger, house onion marmalade, fresh beef tomatoes, onions, lettuce with pickled cucumber with melted American cheese. Served with herb fries, homemade coleslaw and house burger sauce: just a good burger!
Signature Pizza
Festive Melt Pizza with Chilli Honey pear, Serrano ham and Gorgonzola Cheese£15.50
Our artisan pizza dough with herby tomato base, Italian Gorgonzola cheese, serrano ham, mushrooms, onion, semi dried tomatoes, pear, chilli honey drizzle
Three cheese Pizza with Brie de Meaux, Mozzarella and gorgonzola£15.95
Our artisan pizza dough with herby tomato base, Italian Gorgonzola cheese, Mozzarella Cheese, and French Brie de Meaux, onion, mushrooms, pepper
Truffle Parmegiano Pizza Romana with Serrano ham£17.50
Our artisan pizza dough with herby tomato base, black pepper, Serrano ham, mushroom, truffle oil, Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese
Pepperoni Nduja spiced pizza£14.95
Our artisan pizza dough with herby tomato base, black pepper, mozzarella cheese, Nduja bits, pepperoni, parsley, chilli flakes, honey drizzle
MARGHERITA! MAKE IT VEGAN!£12.50
Tomato base, basil, black pepper mozzarella: a classic
Vegetarian / Vegan
Lions Mane Mushroom Burger£16.95
Oven baked Lions mane steak patty, melted vegan cream cheese, pomegranate seeds, house onion marmalade, fresh beef tomatoes, onions, lettuce with pickles. Served with our skin-on fries, homemade coleslaw and house burger sauce
Moving Mountain Burger£15.95
100% plant made from a scientific blend of plant-proteins, vegetables and a base of mushrooms patty with delicious melted cheese vegan cheese, bacon, house onion marmalade, fresh beef tomatoes, onions, lettuce with pickled cucumber. Served with a our skin-on fries, homemade coleslaw and house burger sauce
Falafel Burger£15.95
Spring falafel and spinach burger, mango, vegan bacon, vegan cheese, house onion marmalade, fresh beef tomatoes, onions, lettuce with pickled cucumber. Served with a our skin-on fries, homemade coleslaw and house burger sauce
The Basil Leaf Pizza£14.95
Our artisan pizza dough with herby tomato base, vegan feta, juicy tomatoes topped with our homemade old Winchester pesto
Sweet potato, butternut squash and pine nuts Pizza£14.95
Our artisan pizza dough with herby tomato base, vegan feta, sweet potato, roasted butternut squash, pine nuts, onion, mushroom, spinach, chilli honey
Vegan Feast Pizza£15.95
Our artisan pizza dough with herby tomato base, black pepper, vegan bacon, vegan cheese, mushroom, onion, asparagus, bacon and cheese vegan seasoning
Kids
Gluten-conscious options available
Giant Fish Fingers£8.50
Breaded Fish Fingers with skin-on fries
Mini Chicken Schnitzel£8.50
Chicken Schnitzel with mash potato and side salad
Vegan burger with fries£9.50
Moving Mountain burger with melted vegan cheese, lettuce, tomato, fries
Paw Menu
Chicken and sweet tots£7.50
Cooked chicken with sweet potato, blueberry, salmon oil
Dog’s Beer£4.00
Non alcoholic beer for doggo!
Ice Cream£3.75
Ice cream for dogs
House Cookie£3.50
Home made cookie for dog
Side & Share
Hampshire Tunworth Camembert£16.95
Local Hampshire Tunworth Camembert with rosemary, fresh sourdough bread, Chicken Liver pate, pickles and olives, fried onion
The Basil Leaf’s Butchers Special£79.50
Two Hampshire steaks, Chicken Schnitzel, Two Classic Beef Burgers, two large portions of house fries, coleslaw, onion rings, gherkins, pate, fresh sourdough, salad, fried onion, peppercorn sauce
Skin-on fries | Mash Potato£3.75
House Fries with Winchester Pesto£7.95
Skin-on Fries, Parmigiano Reggiano, Old Winchester Pesto
Truffle Parmigiano Fries£7.95
Skin-on Fries, Parmigiano Reggiano, Truffle Oil
Onion Rings£4.95
House Slaw£4.95
Cheese Platters
Voyage Solo£14.95
Serves 1, 3 items & House Red/White/Rose (175ML) CHEESE | CHARCUTERIE bits are included
Cosy Cheese Duet£39.95
Serves 2, 6 items CHEESE | CHARCUTERIE Bread, Olives, Crackers, chutneys Included
Rustic Cheese Adventure£79.95
Serves 4, 10 items CHEESE | CHARCUTERIE Bread, Olives, Crackers, chutneys Included
Grand Cheese Extravaganza£99.95
Serves 5/6, 16 items CHEESE | CHARCUTERIE Bread, Olives, Crackers, chutneys Included
Warm Desserts
Apple Crumble with custard£5.50
Sticky Toffee Pudding with Vanilla Ice cream£6.50
Desserts and Cakes
Add ice scoop 1.50
Ginger cake (GF)£4.25
Cheesecake of the day (GF)£4.50
Pecan & Walnut traybake (GF)£4.00
Praline Chocolate Brownie (GF, VG)£4.00
Blackcurrant Crumble Bar (GF, VG)£3.50
Chocolate & Orange Cake (VG)£4.50
Lemon Drizzle (GF)£3.75
Carrot Cake£4.25
Coffee & Walnut£4.25
Chocolate Cake£4.25
Crostata Lemon Cake£4.75
Tiramisu£4.25
Macarons£1.50
Butter Croissant£3.25
Almond Croissant£3.25
Pain au raisin£3.25
Cinnamon Swirl£3.25
Triple Extravagant£3.25
Hot Beverages
Americano£3.50
Latte£3.85
Flat White£3.65
Cappuccino£3.85
Mocha£4.25
Macchiato£3.00
Hot Chocolate£4.20
Cortado£3.00
Espresso£2.50
Chia Latte£4.50
Babyccino£1.00
Glass of Milk (250ml)£1.50
Tea (English Breakfast, Earl Grey, Green Tea, Mint, Foraged Fruits, Ginger & lemon, Strawberry & Cream, Camomile)£3.20
Home-Made Drinks
House Lemonade (sparkling)£3.95
Fresh Orange Juice£3.95
Iced Coffee£4.25
Iced Latte£4.25
Iced Green Tea & mango£3.85
Iced Earl Grey & Strawberry£3.85
Soft Drinks
San Pellegrino Lemon & Mint£3.00
San Pellegrino Blood Orange£3.00
San Pellegrino Lemon£3.00
San Pellegrino Pomegranate£3.00
San Pellegrino Pomelo£3.00
San Pellegrino Orange£3.00
Fanta£3.00
Diet Coke£3.00
Coca Cola Original£3.00
Red Bull£3.50
Fever tree Tonic£3.00
Fever tree Light Tonic£3.00
Juice (Apple, Pineapple, Tomato, Cranberry, Orange)£2.50
New Forest Still/Sparking Water 330ml£1.50
New Forest Still/Sparking Water 750ml£2.50
Beers
Budvar 330ml£3.95
Moretti 330ml£3.95
Guinness Draught can 330ml£3.95
Heineken 330ml£3.95
Peroni Gluten Free 330ml£3.95
Budweiser 330ml£3.95
Heineken Alcohol Free£2.95
San Miguel£3.95
Local Cider
Hydes Cyder 500ml£4.00
family run company based in north Hampshire producing a medium dry cider full of apple ripe flavour from apples harvested on their family estate.
Hydes Cyder Lyte 0.5% (330ml)£3.50
Spirits
Bombay Sapphire£4.25
- Single£4.25
- Double£6.25
Winchester Fine Dry Gin£5.50
- Single£5.50
- Double£7.25
Warner's Rhubarb Gin£4.50
- Single£4.50
- Double£6.25
Tanqueray Sevilla£3.50
- Single£3.50
- Double£6.25
Chase Pink Grapefruit£4.95
- Single£4.95
- Double£6.50
Bombay Sapphire
- Single£4.25
- Double£6.25
Winchester Extra Dry Gin
- Single£5.50
- Double£7.25
Tanqueray Sevilla
- Single£3.50
- Double£4.50
Ciroc Vodka Red Berry
- Single£3.50
- Double£6.25
Kraken
- Single£4.25
- Double£6.25
Vodka
Chase Vodka£3.50
- Single£3.50
- Double£6.25
Krupnik Premium£2.75
- Single£2.75
- Double£5.25
Ciroc Vodka Red Berry£3.50
- Single£3.50
- Double£6.25
Ciroc Vodka Pineapple£3.50
- Single£3.50
- Double£6.25
Rum
Kraken£4.25
- Single£4.25
- Double£6.25
Captain Morgan Dark£3.25
- Single£3.25
- Double£4.75
Captain Morgan Spiced£3.25
- Single£3.25
- Double£4.75
Captain Morgan White Rum£3.25
- Single£3.25
- Double£4.75
Havana Club 3£3.20
- Single£3.20
- Double£5.95
Havana Club 7£4.20
- Single£4.20
- Double£6.95
Mixers
Coca Cola Original£3.00
Diet Coke£3.00
Schweppes Lemonade£3.00
Red Bull£3.00
Fever Tree Tonic£3.50
Fever Tree Light Tonic£3.00
Juice (Apple, Pineapple, Tomato, Cranberry, Orange)£2.50
Coca Cola Original£3.00
Diet Coke£3.00
Cocktails
Winchester Royale£14.95
The Winchester Royale is a delightful cocktail that combines the finest local Winchester gin with a refreshing blend of Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Crafted with a base of aromatic basil leaves and freshly squeezed lemon juice, this cocktail offers a burst of herbaceous and citrusy notes. The addition of premium Basil Leaf Prosecco adds effervescence and a touch of elegance, while the Mediterranean tonic water provides a crisp and invigorating finish
Signature Basil Mojito£12.95
The combination of the sweet and herbaceous flavors of basil, balanced with the tartness of lime and the kick of rum, creates a vibrant and invigorating drink perfect for warm weather enjoyment
The Ruby Rapture Daiquiri£12.95
Crafted with the luscious sweetness of ripe strawberries, the cocktail offers a burst of vibrant red hue reminiscent of a ruby gemstone. Blended with premium rum, fresh lime juice, and a hint of simple syrup, this cocktail strikes a perfect balance between sweetness and tartness
El Dorado Margarita£12.95
rafted with premium tequila, freshly squeezed lime juice, and a splash of orange liqueur, this iconic cocktail offers a perfect balance of tartness and sweetness. Served in a salt-rimmed glass over ice, the El Dorado Margarita exudes sophistication and elegance
Golden Horizon Tequila£11.95
Cocktail embodies the warmth and vibrancy of a sun-kissed dawn. This invigorating libation blends premium tequila with the citrusy brightness of fresh orange juice, accented by a touch of zesty lime. A hint of sweetness from a splash of grenadine syrup creates a mesmerizing gradient of colors reminiscent of a golden sunrise
Midnight Mocha Martini£13.95
The Midnight Mocha Martini is a luxurious cocktail that blends the rich flavors of espresso with the indulgent sweetness of chocolate. Crafted with premium vodka, freshly brewed espresso, coffee liqueur, and a splash of rich chocolate syrup, this sophisticated libation offers a harmonious balance of bitter and sweet notes
Island Bliss Cocktail£12.95
This tantalizing libation combines the sweet, creamy flavors of coconut with the refreshing tang of pineapple juice, creating a harmonious blend reminiscent of lounging on a sun-drenched beach. Garnished with a slice of fresh pineapple and a maraschino cherry, this cocktail transports you to paradise with its smooth texture and vibrant tropical flavors
Heritage Reserve Cocktail£12.95
This refined drink is meticulously crafted with premium bourbon or rye whiskey, balanced with a touch of bitters and a hint of sweetness from a sugar cube or simple syrup. Served over a large ice cube and garnished with a twist of citrus peel or a maraschino cherry, the Heritage Reserve Cocktail exudes sophistication and elegance
Spicy Sunrise Elixir£11.95
The Spicy Sunrise Elixir is a bold and invigorating cocktail that awakens the senses with its vibrant flavors. Crafted with a base of tangy tomato juice, this cocktail is infused with zesty spices and savory seasonings, creating a tantalizing blend that tantalizes the palate. A splash of citrus adds a refreshing twist, while a kick of heat from hot sauce or horseradish provides an exhilarating finish
Tropical Breeze Bliss£12.95
This tantalizing libation combines the smooth richness of aged rum with the tropical sweetness of pineapple juice and orange liqueur. A hint of almond syrup adds a subtle nutty undertone, while a splash of lime juice provides a refreshing zest
Winchester Royale£14.95
The Winchester Royale is a delightful cocktail that combines the flavors of local Winchester gin with a refreshing blend of Mediterranean summer fruits. Crafted with a bouquet of vibrant notes and a crisp finish, the Winchester Royale cocktail offers a burst of fresh berries and citrusy zest. The addition of premium British Prosecco adds effervescence and elevates the experience, while the Mediterranean essence provides a unique twist.
Signature Basil Mojito£12.95
The combination of the sweet and herbaceous flavors of basil is balanced with invigorating citrus and the kick of fresh mint, creating a refreshing and enticing drink perfect for warm evenings.
El Dorado Margarita£12.95
Ripened with passion tequila, freshly squeezed lime juice, and a splash of orange liqueur, this cocktail is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. The addition of a hint of agave nectar and a touch of salt on the rim enhances the overall experience.
