LE SECRET GARDEN
Autumn 2026
As autumn settles over the Oxfordshire countryside, our kitchen embraces the season with warmth, comfort and the finest British ingredients.
Inspired by the Mediterranean and refined through classical French technique, Le Jardin d’Automne celebrates the very best of the season. Every dish is freshly prepared by Paolo and his mother, Ermira, using carefully sourced British produce, while Ada welcomes and looks after every guest with the warm hospitality that defines Le Secret Garden.
Our menu reflects the changing season, bringing together exceptional seafood, premium British meats, woodland mushrooms, Jerusalem artichokes, fennel, quince and the comforting flavours of autumn.
TO BEGIN
Warm Homemade Sourdough — £6.50
Whipped parsley butter, miso butter and extra virgin olive oil.
Marinated Mixed Smoked Olives — £6.00
Citrus, fresh thyme and extra virgin olive oil.
Artisan Saucisson Selection — £12.00
Traditional French saucisson, homemade pickles and baby gherkins.
ENTRÉES
Hand-Dived Orkney Scallops — £21.00
Ibérico chorizo, braised Puy lentils, preserved lemon gel, Caspian caviar and parsley oil.
Cured Salmon — £19.50
Almond gazpacho, green apple, cucumber, lovage emulsion and crispy seaweed and caviar.
Dry-Aged Beef Tartare Provençale — £19.50
Woodland mushrooms, cured egg yolk emulsion and grilled sourdough.
Jerusalem Artichokes (V) — £17.50
Prepared four ways, crispy Mayfield egg, frisée lettuce, black truffle vinaigrette and aged Parmesan.
FROM THE FIRE
Onglet Steak to Share — For Two — £72.00
Chargrilled onglet steak, Béarnaise sauce or red wine jus, confit cherry vine tomatoes and roasted Portobello mushroom.
Dry-Aged Grass-Fed British Fillet of Beef — £34.00
Peppercorn sauce or red wine jus, confit cherry vine tomatoes and roasted Portobello mushroom.
Beetroot-Brined, 28-Day Dry-Aged Pork Cutlet – £27.00
Jerusalem artichoke purée and caramelised chicory.
FISH
Roast Cornish Hake — £31.00
Saffron bouillabaisse, buttered baby new potatoes,beurre blanc braised leeks,basil oil .
Whole Lemon Sole on the Bone — £32.00
Brown shrimps, brown butter, capers, coastal sea herbs and grilled Amalfi lemon.
Roast Halibut — £35.50
Golden potato dauphinoise, confit fennel, smoked mussel velouté, pickled mussels and coastal sea herbs.
PLATS PRINCIPAUX
Slow-Cooked Lamb Shoulder — £33.00
Smoked aubergine purée, crispy pomme Anna, glazed Roscoff onion, rosemary jus and salsa verde.
Guinea Fowl Suprême — £31.00
Wild mushrooms, pearl spelt, tarragon velouté, crispy chicken skin and roasted girolle mushrooms.
Handmade Ricotta Gnocchi (V) — £28.00
Roasted Crown Prince squash, sage brown butter, toasted pumpkin seeds, Pecorino and crispy sage.
SIDES
Chunky Fries — £5.50
Malt vinegar seasoning.
Honey-Roasted Root Vegetables — £5.50
Chicory & Walnut Salad — £5.50
DESSERTS
Valrhona Chocolate Fondant — £12.50
Poached Conference pear and crème fraîche sorbet.
Bergamot Posset — £10.00
Shortbread crumble, wild fennel and Amalfi lemon.
Le Secret Garden Apple Tarte Tatin — £13.50
Vanilla bean ice cream and salted caramel sauce.
Pistachio Soufflé — £15.00
Greek yoghurt ice cream, sour cherry compote and roasted Sicilian pistachios.
British Artisan Cheese Selection — £16.00
A selection of British artisan cheeses, seasonal chutney and artisan crackers.
Please inform us of any allergies or dietary requirements before ordering.
As every dish is freshly prepared to order, some dishes may require a little extra time during busy services.
A discretionary 12.5% service charge will be added to your bill.
