Come and dine in one of Chelmsford oldest buildings, with fine food and charm.
The heart of Russells Restaurant is a magnificent timbered tithe barn, Grade II listed as being of architectural and historical Importance. The barn has been dated by experts as being originally built in 1372, so making this one of the oldest surviving buildings in the Chelmsford area.
As you walk in to the restaurant, you will be amazed; the spectacular high vaulted ceiling with its magnificent beams, you will be greeted by staff that will do anything to make your visit just perfect. To the left as you walk in is a tastefully decorated lounge area where drinks and nibbles are served. Then as you walk through the main restaurant you will see high up the barn balcony overlooking the main restaurant. This area creates a wonderful dramatic view while you enter a world of elegant fine food, wine and service. To the top of the restaurant, to the left is our green gallery, a long room with its artistic muriel on the far wall, it’s the perfect place for any private party.
Russells Restaurant opened in 1989, but was taken over by Barry Warren-Watson the present proprietor and executive head chef in 1991, where he continues to take the restaurant from strength to strength. He has always had a hands on personal touch to the business, and with his excellent team hopes to take the business right in to the future.
Phone-
(01245) 478484
LOCATION
Bell Street, Great Baddow, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 7JS
HOURS
Arrival times
MONDAY
Lunch closed
Dinner Closed
TUESDAY to Friday
Lunch 12am - 2.00pm
Dinner 6.30pm – 9.00pm
Saturday
Lunch closed for Private Functions
Dinner 6.00pm – 9.30pm
Sunday
Lunch 12am -3.00pm
Dinner closed for private functions
Grilled Large Fresh Water
Black Tiger Prawns
Cooked in a Garlic and Chili Butter, bed of Sautéed Pea & Spinach £13.95
Seared Roeless King Scallops
Sweetcorn Puree, Smoked Bacon Crumb Shaved Radish & Truffle Dressing £14.50
Rossini
Prime Rump Fillet of Hereford Beef, Crisp Potato Rosti, Baby Spinach, Truffle Oil & Wild Mushroom JuS £31.95
Blythburgh Free Range Pork Belly
Creamed Potatoes, Pickled Cabbage, Crispy Crackling, Red Wine Jus £19.95
Mushroom Pithivier
Portobello Mushroom, kale, Sweet Peppers, Creamy Brie, Toasted Pine Nuts Wrapped in Puff Pastry, Baked, Roasted Tomato Sauce £15.95
Zesty Lemon Curd Torte, Biscuit Base, Raspberries Meringue Bits with Black Sesame Seeds £7.50
Assiette of Desserts for Two to Share Mini Chocolate Trio, Crème Brulee, Lemon Curd Biscuit Torte & Frozen Banana Parfait £16.95
New menu coming from January 2023 update soon
STARTERS
House Salad
Organic Heritage Tomato and Beetroot, Goats Cheese, Crostini, Micro Cress, Honey Balsamic Dressing £7.50
Wild Mushroom on Toast
Fried Duck Egg, Brioche Toast, Wild Mushrooms, Summer Truffles £10.50
MAIN COURSE
Saddle of Colne Valley Lamb
Fondant Potato, Charred Shallots, Summer Greens, Rosemary Infused Liquor £25.50
Roast Loin of Iberico Pork
[the pigs are fed on Acorns; the meat is so sweet and tender]
Duo of Red Potato and Sweet Potato Fondant, Spinach, Beetroot Puree, Blueberry Jus,
£25.95 [GF]
Russell's Finest Aged Beef Grills
All grills are using the finest quality meats, locally sourced and are served with a Slow Roasted Tomato,& Flat Mushroom, Maitre d'hôtel Butter and Chunky Fries
Sirloin Steak 10oz £27.95
Rib Eye Steak 8oz £22.95 or 10oz £28.95
Fillet Steak 7oz £29.95
DESSERTS
Caramelised Brioche Bread and Butter Pudding, Marmalade Ice Cream £7.95
Classic Vanilla Crème Brulee & Homemade Biscuit £7.50
36 Hour Smoked Salmon
Smoked Salmon with a Crayfish Tails, Pomegranate, Pea Shoots, Lime and Honey Dressing £9.50
Beef Carpaccio
Thin Slices of Finest Beef Fillet, Pickled Beets and Shallots, Horseradish Ice Cream £9.95
Seared Gressingham Duck Breast
Honey Blossom Marinated Duck Breast, Asparagus, Pommes Dauphinoise, Honey Orange Jus £21.95
Sea Bass Fillet
Textures of Cauliflower, Pea Risotto & Horseradish Cream Reduction £19.95
Lemon Sole
Grilled Whole Lemon Sole, Caper, lemon & Crayfish Tail Butter, New Potatoes, Chantenay Carrots £27.95
Frozen Banana Parfait, Butterscotch Sauce, Strawberries Homemade Honey Comb Crumb £7.95
Russell's Chocolate Trio [Triple Chocolate Brownie, White Chocolate Ice Cream, Milk Chocolate shell,Chocolate Biscuit Crumb, Warm Chocolate Sauce] £8.95
Call (01245) 478484
Russell’s Restaurant
Bell Street
Great Baddow
Chelmsford
Essex CM2 7JS
russellsrestaurant@hotmail.com