The Larder at Butlers Retreat

The Larder

Butlers Retreat

Our beautifully restored Essex barn offers an idyllic retreat in the heart of Epping Forest. The venue boasts stunning views over Chingford Plain and an array of locally sourced food & drinks options, from brunch to light lunches, coffee & cakes. Take a look at our Breakfast & Lunch menus below.

We offer a relaxed counter style service and so we do not take table bookings, however you can pre-book for 2+ guests having Afternoon Tea. Our bright and airy Forest View room is available for hire and is the ideal space for a range of events from team building days to baby showers, wedding receptions to birthday parties. We have a range of food & drink options available for groups, designed to suit you, from Afternoon Tea to sit-down dinners, take a look at our Butlers Retreat Catering Pack…

Our opening times change seasonally, please see below:

  • November to end January – 9am-4pm (kitchen closes at 3.30pm)
  • February – Weekdays 9am-4pm (kitchen closes at 3.30pm). Weekends 9am-5pm (kitchen closes at 4pm)
  • March to 10th May – Weekdays 9am-5pm (kitchen closes at 3.30pm). Weekends 9am-6pm (kitchen closes at 4pm)
  • May 10th to September – Weekdays 9am-6pm (kitchen closes at 4pm). Weekends 9am-6pm (kitchen closes at 5pm)
  • October – Weekdays & Weekends 9am-5pm (kitchen closes at 4pm)

The Larder at Butlers Retreat, Breakfast Menu

Butler's Retreat

Breakfast Menu

  • Glazed Banana (V) (contains Nuts)

    With yoghurt, fresh fruit, almonds & maple syrup. Served on a waffle

    £6.20

  • Banana & Berry Pancakes (V)

    Buttermilk drop pancakes with yoghurt & maple syrup

    £6.50

  • Granola (V) (contains Nuts)

    With yoghurt, fresh fruit & honey

    £5.30

  • Smashed Avocado (vegan)

    Served on toast with lime juice, black pepper & paprika

    £6.00

  • Bacon Ciabatta

    Bacon hand-cut by our high street butcher

    £4.90

  • Sausage Ciabatta

    Sausages handmade by our high street butcher

    £4.60

  • Eggs any way... (V)

    With roasted vine tomatoes & toast

    £6.10

  • 3 Egg Omelette (V)

    With toast

    £6.10

  • 3 Egg Omelette (choose from ham, cheese or mushroom)

    With toast

    £7.10

  • Smoked Salmon & Scrambled Eggs

    With roasted vine tomatoes & toast

    £8.10

  • Emmental Toasty

    Sweet-cured bacon, Dijon mustard, paprika, sun-blushed tomatoes & Emmental cheese.

    £6.80

  • Chestnut Mushroom Toasty (V)

    With Dijon mustard, paprika, sun-blushed tomatoes & Emmental cheese.

    £6.60

  • Mid-Week Fry

    Eggs any-way with sausage, bacon, smokey beans, vine tomatoes & toast

    £9.40

  • Forest Fry (weekend only)

    Hand-cut bacon, Lincolnshire sausage & fried egg. Served with bubble & squeak, mushrooms, smoky beans, roasted vine tomatoes, brown toast & unsalted butter

    £10.10

  • Veggie Fry (V) (weekend only)

    Fried egg served with bubble & squeak, mushrooms, smoky beans, roasted vine tomatoes, brown toast & unsalted butter

    £8.10

  • Eggs Benedict (weekend only)

    Ham & hollandaise sauce

    £8.40

  • Eggs Royale (weekend only)

    Smoked salmon & hollandaise sauce

    £8.70

  • Eggs Opel (V) (weekend only)

    With a mushroom & spinach patty, served with hollandaise sauce

    £8.70

  • Childrens Menu Available

    Please ask at the counter

    Prices vary
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The Larder at Butlers Retreat, Lunch Menu

Butler's Retreat

Lunch Menu

  • Summer Superfood Salad (Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy Free) (Contains nuts)

    Crunchy quinoa, beetroot & roast sweet potato, sunflower seeds & greens with a lemon dressing

    £9.40

  • Grilled Halloumi & Fresh Mango Salad (V, Gluten Free) (Contains nuts)

    With sweetcorn, black-eyed beans & pomegranate with a coriander, mint & almond dressing

    £9.90

  • Chicken Pesto Salad (Contains nuts)

    With mixed leaves, cherry tomatoes, olives, toasted pine nuts & bread

    £9.40

  • Homemade Savoury (changes daily)

    Served with a side salad

    £7.90

  • Homemade Sausage Ciabatta

    Sausages handmade by our high street butcher

    £4.60

  • Bacon Ciabatta

    Bacon hand-cut by our high street butcher

    £4.90

  • Chestnut Mushroom Toasty (V)

    With mustard, paprika, tomatoes & emmental

    £6.60

  • Houmous & Falafel Wrap (Vegan, dairy free)

    Served warm with olives, sun-blushed tomatoes, red onion, cucumber & leaves. With harissa on the side.

    £8.20

  • Emmental Toasty

    With sweet-cured bacon, mustard, paprika, tomatoes & emmental

    £6.80

  • Smashed Avocado (Vegan)

    Served on toast with lime juice, paprika & black pepper

    £6.00

  • Homemade Smokey Beans & Cheddar Cheese Jacket Potato (V)

    With a side salad

    £7.90

  • Tuna Mayo, Sweetcorn & Paprika Jacket Potato

    With a side salad

    £8.50

  • Bavette Steak (Gluten Free)

    With new potatoes, watercress salad & stilton dressing

    £11.90

  • Summer Lamb Burger

    With tzatziki. Served with wedges & Aioli

    £11.40

  • Fresh Spaghetti With Tuna Meatballs (contains Nuts)

    With spinach, parmesan & homemade tomato sauce

    £9.90

  • Herby Chicken Fillet Burger

    With lemon & chilli mayo. Served with wedges & Aioli

    £10.40

  • Homemade Vegetable Tagine (Dairy Free, vegan)

    Butternut squash, chickpea & spinach in a mild Moroccan spiced sauce. Served with couscous

    £10.90

  • Afternoon Tea (pre-booking essential, use our quick & easy contact form)

    Rustic sandwiches, fresh-baked scones with clotted cream & jam, cake selection. Tea or coffee of your choice, (add a glass of prosecco for £6.95). Please note a 10% service charge will be added

    £15

  • Childrens Menu Available

    Please ask at the counter

    Prices vary
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