FOOD + DRINK
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FALL DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE OR RATHER THE CATTLE GRID TO DISCOVER HERD ., AS CANTERBURY ' S DESTINATION STEAK RESTAURANT , WHICH OFFERS STYLISH LONDON-STYLE SOCIAL DINING AND DRINKING IN THE HEART OF KENT ' S MOST ICONIC CITY , CELEBRATES ITS FIRST BIRTHDAY .
herd . opened as an independent family-owned / run neighbourhood restaurant in June 2022 . With a staunch commitment to local produce , producers , suppliers , wine and spirits , which are served alongside the very best global cuts of steak , herd . offers a seasonally changing menu that embraces its Garden of England home .
great steaks .
Expect the finest global cuts including chocolate-fed wagyu , world steak award-winning Prussian gold , irish grass-fed prime steaks , and impressive sharing boards of tomahawks and chateaubriand , all sourced from leading suppliers including Tom Hixson of Smithfield , and cooked over open flames .
great wines .
Delve into our cellar of Kentish award-winners and New World wines all chosen to complement our signature menu by Canterbury ’ s own Master of Wine Clive Barlow and leading wine connoisseur Jonny Wren of Songbird Wine , Canterbury ’ s independent wine merchant .
great cocktails .
From our bespoke ‘ herdgroni ’ to our old fashioned , the ‘ one eleven ’ - named in honour of our reimagining of Canterbury ’ s electric cinema 111 years from its original opening - our 49a iconic martinis to our renowned electric mojitos , and not forgetting our signature list - all named in honour of our historic building and the characters that have brought it to life over the last century , delight in expert mixologist creations made with flair and love from top Kentish and award-winning artisan spirits .
great times .
Whether taking a seat on our antique cowhide porter chairs in our secluded hide . lounge , pulling up a plush green velvet stool at our mixologist cocktail bar ., securing a sought-after table in our opulent refurbished dining room ., taking a seat at our chef ’ s table . beside our incredible 3m high showstopping window , or securing the entire restaurant and bar for your private hire . you can be assured of a warm herd . welcome , attentive service , signature playlists , incredible dishes , and an unrivalled experience .
great local produce .
herd . champions the best of Kent produce . Cherries , apples and pears come from the Riccini family farm just minutes away ; the changing daily bread has featured cruffins from Bicycle Bakery and sourdough from Gilda and Docker . Fish is sourced from Chapman ’ s of Sevenoaks and La Mer . Dairy , supplied by Curd & Cure , features local favourites Ashmore Cheddar and Kingcott Blue . Alongside the food menu is a seasonal menu of renowned cocktail serves based around key local artisan spirits including Pleasant Land Distillery ’ s White Cliffs
Gin , Vela Vodka , Sharps Toffee Liqueur , and Anno and Chapel Down gins and vodka . Juice comes from Owlets and coffee is homegrown too , supplied by Canterbury-based Do Good . Even the soap is Kentish , made by Pelegrims from the waste products of Westwell Vineyard . While the chef ’ s table ’ s crockery was custom made by James Fitzpatrick of failté acclaim .
great hospitality .
herd . is open for :
• Lunch & Dinner Wednesday - Friday 12pm - 3pm & 5pm - 9pm
• Saturdays for Brunch & Bottomless Brunch *, Lunch & Dinner 12pm - 9pm
• Sunday Family Lunch 12pm - 5pm
herd .’ s two-course lunch & pre-theatre menu is available Wednesday - Friday for £ 25pp .
New ! Join herd . for Wine Down Wednesdays and enjoy steak , fries and a bottle of wine for two for just £ 49.99 .
Adam , Sam , Lexi , Darryl , Charlie and the rest of team herd . look forward to welcoming you .
* T & C apply
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