A local favourite and champion of locally sourced ingredients, Dock o’ the Bay spearheads one simple ethos; to bring brilliant food to the local community. Serving both a speciality menu for the kids as well as an exquisite offering of Modern English food, Dock o’ the Bay has something for all walks of life.
Start with one of the delectable starters, including such tantalising treats as the irresistible crispy shredded duck salad, tossed with hoisin sauce and a sesame dressing, the enticing arancini, traditional Italian deep fried rice balls stuffed with brie and pesto, and the exemplary mussels, steamed with a garlic and white wine sauce.
Moving on the main course, there’s a wide array of delicious dishes to sample. Noteworthy examples include the classic Ocean Pie, consisting of an ensemble of seafood and served with a vegetable medley, the tender pork belly confit, complete with crispy crackling and a cider jus, and the succulent 6oz fillet steak, available with the ideal surf and turf option of tiger king prawns.
Vegetarian diners will find plenty to adore as well, with scrumptious choices like the rich spinach, tomato and stilton penne, adorned with a white wine and cream sauce, the hearty wild mushroom and tomato lasagne, coated with a four cheese béchamel and paired with a garlic ciabatta, and for the more liberal veggies, the refreshing tuna nicoise salad, mixed with chargrilled tuna loin, anchovies and Dock o’ the Bay’s very own nicoise dressing.
Diners of Southampton are highly advised to flock to Dock o’ the Bay, which grants guests some sublime food in subtle surroundings. The experience is also enhanced with the knowledge that Gourmet Society members can enjoy a sizable discount off their meal, courtesy of their Gourmet Society card.