Why Cheal’s Set Menu Offers Exceptional Value

At Cheal's Restaurant, value is not about cutting corners — it’s about delivering exceptional quality, thoughtful cooking, and a complete dining experience at a fair and honest price. Cheal’s Set Menu reflects this philosophy perfectly, offering guests beautifully crafted dishes at a price that is increasingly rare to find.

A Thoughtfully Curated, Seasonal Menu

Cheal’s Set Menu is available all day Thursday and Friday, as well as Saturday lunch, making it ideal for relaxed weekday dining, business lunches, or a special weekend treat.

The menu is designed to be seasonal and ever-evolving, and will be refreshed when we reopen after our Christmas and New Year break. While dishes will change to reflect the best available produce, guests can always expect the same level of care, balance, and attention to detail — with every meal beginning with a chef’s amuse-bouche, setting the tone for the experience ahead.

Cooking That Matches Our À La Carte Standards

Rather than being a simplified offering, Cheal’s Set Menu showcases the same cooking philosophy as our à la carte menu. Guests can expect thoughtful combinations, quality ingredients, and carefully executed dishes, whether choosing fish, meat, or vegetarian options.

Typical highlights include dishes such as:

• Quiche Arnold Bennet with smoked haddock, hollandaise, and Avruga caviar

• South Coast Hake with Jerusalem artichoke, hazelnut, and grenobloise sauce

• Braised Turkey Thigh Roulade with chestnut, maple-glazed sprouts, and cranberry

• Mushroom Risotto with trompette mushrooms and a rich red wine reduction

Desserts are equally considered, from a classic Crème Brûlée to a curated ice cream and sorbet selection, with the option to add a cheese course.

Honest Pricing in a Challenging Climate

With rising costs across the hospitality industry, genuine value has become harder to find. Yet Cheal’s Set Menu is priced lower than it was last year, reflecting our commitment to offering long-term value rather than short-term discounts.

• 2 courses – £29.75

• 3 courses – £35.75

Last year, those same menus were priced at £34.75 and £39.75, making the current pricing an even stronger proposition.

Thoughtful Wine Pairings

Our optional wine pairings have also been carefully considered. Where two glasses of wine previously cost £20, guests can now enjoy:

• 2 courses with 2 glasses of paired wine – £41.75

• 3 courses with 3 glasses of paired wine – £53.75

Three expertly selected wines for just £18 offers exceptional value and elevates the overall dining experience.

Value Guests Are Willing to Travel For

The appeal of Cheal’s Set Menu is clear in the guests it attracts. Recently, a group of 43 diners chose Cheals for a midweek dinner while staying near the NEC — travelling specifically because the menu stood out as offering outstanding quality and value. With excellent alternatives closer to them, they chose Cheals because there are few places delivering this level of food, service, and generosity at this price point.

More Than Just a Set Menu

Cheal’s Set Menu offers far more than a simple meal:

• Seasonal dishes that evolve throughout the year

• High-quality ingredients and skilled cooking

• Thoughtful wine pairings

• A warm, professional dining experience

Rather than discounting further, we believe in clearly sharing what guests receive — and why Cheal’s Set Menu continues to be one of the most compelling value-led dining experiences available.

We look forward to welcoming you back after the festive break and sharing our refreshed menu with you.