Autumn Six Course Tasting Menu @ Central Bistro – 25th October 2025

Following the success of our previous tasting menus, we’re bringing it back—this time with the freshest Autumn ingredients!

But don’t worry—this isn’t just any tasting menu. It’s hearty, with a choice of dishes to ensure you leave fully satisfied plus a welcome drink!

Date Available: Saturday, 25th October 2025
Served: 17:00 – 21:00
Price: £45.00 per person (£10.00 deposit required)  
Limited to Central Bistro, so book soon!

Join us for a autumn experience led by our Head Chef Mike, where our talented team will guide you through a journey of incredible flavours showcasing the finest of West Cumbrian fine dining.

Enhance your experience

Book our exclusive Overnight Package for just £199 per couple! Enjoy:

• Bed and full English breakfast
• Glass of fizz on arrival
• Six-course tasting menu
• Use of the pool and gym

Six Course Tasting Menu 

ONE – To begin

• Pan fried pink Pigeon breast alongside preserved salsify root vegetable with a sweet blackberry jus GF
• Or
• Steamed bao buns filled with wild mushrooms and spinach, whipped Cumbrian goat’s cheese and candied walnuts (Can be made vegan)

TWO – From the sea

• Razor clams grilled in their shells drizzled with zesty salsa verde, capers and olive oil and finished with a golden panko crumb
• Or
• North Atlantic Sea trout cooked in a gentle confit served with samphire and finished with a dill butter sauce GF

THREE – Soup

• Cream of vegetable soup V / GF
  Or
• Lightly spiced roasted pumpkin soup finished with crunchy toasted seeds GF V

FOUR – From the Farm

• Seared calf’s liver served with creamy Parmesan and chorizo polenta and topped with roasted shallots thyme jus
• Or
• Whole roasted poussin paired with homemade Stornoway black pudding tagliatelle served with tender petit pois and a streaky bacon crisp
• Or
• Pan fried Chestnut gnocchi served with silky celeriac purée, sage brown butter, crispy sage leaves, quince gel dots and finished toasted hazelnuts V

FIVE – Palette cleanser 

• Homemade cinnamon and orange sorbet
• Or
• Yuzu rice pudding 

Six – Dessert

• Warm caramelised pear topped with creamy Gorgonzola ice cream and a sprinkling of crumble crunch
• Or
• Light, airy chocolate soufflé paired with crunchy honeycomb ice cream

* (V) = vegetarian (VE) = vegan (GF) = gluten free (GF*) = gluten free without accompanying bread/gluten free option available upon request. If you have any special dietary requirements or suffer from any allergic reactions please consult with the staff whilst ordering your food.  We can offer Vegan options please ask.

How to book?

Use the booking buttons above and include the date you are interested in, the number of people, your contact details and we will get in touch to confirm your booking.
• Online – Use the Book a Table button at the top of the page
• Email – info@washingtoncentralhotel.co.uk
• Telephone – 01900 65772