Dine at the Boatside

Our food

At The Boatside, our talented kitchen team prepares every dish from scratch using quality, seasonal ingredients. Alongside traditional favourites such as freshly cooked fish and chips and our homemade pies, you’ll find fresh fish dishes and regularly changing specials inspired by the seasons.

We also offer a range of gluten-free options, with care taken to make our menu as welcoming and enjoyable as possible for guests with dietary requirements. Every dish is thoughtfully prepared with a focus on flavour, quality and presentation.

Discover Something New Every Visit

From fresh fish and hearty homemade pies to imaginative seasonal specials, there’s always something new to discover at The Boatside. Our menus evolve throughout the year, celebrating the changing seasons and showcasing the creativity of our kitchen team.

Alongside our regularly changing specials, we host a calendar of special dining events and celebrations, including Burns Night with traditional bagpipes and a Scottish-inspired menu, Valentine’s dining experiences, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Easter Sunday, and our popular Seasonal Supper Clubs. Throughout the year we also introduce themed menus and special events to celebrate the seasons and create memorable dining experiences.

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SAMPLE Menus

Our menus are designed to offer something for everyone, with a varied selection of seasonal dishes, pub favourites and lighter options. We cater for a range of dietary requirements, including plenty of gluten-free choices, as well as vegetarian and vegan dishes.

Our kitchen team is passionate about creating flavourful food using quality ingredients and working with the seasons. Alongside our main menu, you’ll find regularly changing specials featuring fresh fish, homemade pies and creative new dishes. Everything is prepared from scratch, giving our chefs the freedom to experiment with flavours and make the most of the ingredients available throughout the year.

Our traditional Sunday lunch is a firm favourite with both locals and visitors, so booking in advance is strongly recommended. Be sure to leave room for dessert, too. Our homemade puddings are always popular, with the Sticky Toffee Pudding remaining a longstanding favourite.

Younger guests can enjoy their own children’s menu, featuring a selection of familiar favourites, making The Boatside a relaxed and welcoming choice for families.

Please note that the menus shown are samples and may change depending on seasonality and availability.

To reserve a table, book online, email manager@theboatsideinn.co.uk, or call 01434 602233.

Sample Menus

SAMPLE MENUS

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the gift of giving!

We’re delighted to now offer gift vouchers – the perfect present for friends & relatives, food lovers or those in need of a relaxing getaway.

Whether you’d like to treat someone to a delicious meal in our welcoming restaurant or a sumptuous stay in one of our charming rooms, our vouchers make a thoughtful and flexible gift.

Click the link below to give the gift of great food and warm hospitality – and if you have any questions, feel free to contact us using the details below:

Email us at manager@theboatsideinn.co.uk, or give us a call at 01434 602233.

Dined on 4 July 2026. Overall:5 Food:5 Service:5 Ambience:5 Amazing, high-quality food in the lovely village of Warden. The service was top notch too, thanks to the very attentive and smiling server Anne. We all left really satisfied, and we'll definitely be back again soon.

Dave

Guest Testimonials

We came here the with a few girls from Langley Castle as we were there for a wedding the following day. The staff were pleasant. There was a good selection of both food and drinks. I had the mince and dumplings with mash and veg. All was very nice. The portion sizes were really good. Worth the money.

I would be back if I visit the area.

We were staying at the stay on the hill and went down to the Boatside Inn for a meal on our last night. The bar man was friendly and helpful and the food took around 10 mins from order to table.

The food was fantastic and really tasty. The twice brewed beer (Name of the beer) was really nice. Would really recommend if you are in the area

We enjoyed a sumptuous dinner at the Boatside Inn. The staff ensured that the evening got off to an excellent start with a warm welcome and drinks were served quickly and efficiently. All four of us had different main courses, all of which were enjoyed hugely.

I have to recommend in particular the Mixed Grill Kebab, a magnificent and varied plate of food which almost defeated me, but I persevered and demolished every morsel! No room for dessert, sadly. A really good evening. Many thanks.

We went whilst on a walk in the area and were very presently supprised over the diversity of the menu and the standard of food. We had the seafood pie and beef bourguignon.

They were delicious and came witin 10 minutes of odering. Plenty of veg . 2 meals and two pints for less than £40. What's not to like.

We were camping in the area and popped in for some dinner on a Friday evening. Got a table no problem, staff were very attentive and helpful.

We ordered a chicken burger & a beef burger and both were very good and good portion sizes. Really enjoyed!

Called in today for lunch on our journey from Cumbria to Newcastle. We had the gluten free fish pie and the pork Schnitzel. The service was excellent, we were given a table near the real fire which involved tables being rearranged to accommodate us . None of this was a problem. The food was hot, well presented and delicious. We were made to feel welcome and the price was great value for money. With my wife being coeliac, ie gluten free, it was refreshing to see plenty of choice on the menu without having to draw attention to the condition.

In addition, we would recommend the bar area as was modern clean and fresh and the ladies who served us couldn't have been more friendly and accommodating...thank you. Can't wait to return