The Waddling Duck @ Hamiltons Menu
Welcome to The Waddling Duck @ Hamiltons, nestled in the charming area of Torquay. This fine dining destination offers an exquisite menu that balances sophistication with comfort, perfect for any special occasion. Each dish is thoughtfully crafted, showcasing seasonal ingredients and culinary flair.
- Starters: Try the delicate Crab Ravioli or the indulgent Confit Duck Scotch Egg, each bursting with flavor.
- Main Courses: The Duo of Duck, with its perfectly cooked breast and rich port sauce, stands out as a must-try, while the Slow Roasted Belly Pork promises melt-in-your-mouth satisfaction.
- Desserts: End on a sweet note with their decadent Burnt Basque Cheesecake or a classic Treacle Tart topped with ginger ice cream.
The Waddling Duck not only impresses with food but shines through exceptional service, ensuring every visit feels personal. A perfect gem for celebrating milestones or enjoying a delightful meal!
Starters
Souffle
Twice baked cheddar & leek souffle, cream & garlic sauce (v)
Soup of the Day
Chefs homemade soup of the day with toasted bread (v) (ve option)
Wild Mushrooms
Wild mushrooms flambeed with whiskey & finished with cream & blue cheese, served on toasted bread
Scotch Egg
Confit duck scotch egg, plum, bacon & brandy chutney (gf)
Crab Ravioli
Crab and mascarpone ravioli, spiced red pesto & rocket
Short rib Croquettes
Beef short rib croquettes, mushroom ketchup, beef dipping jus (gf)
Sirloin Steak
8 oz dry aged Sirloin steak, cooked to your liking, portobello mushroom, roasted tomato, peppercorn sauce, chunky chips (gf)
Duo of Duck
Pan-fried duck breast cooked to pink, confit leg croquette, port & blackberry sauce, potato gratin (gf)
Sole fillets
Fillets of sole & new potatoes with a choice of garlic butter & herbs or classic Veronique sauce of vermouth, grapes, tarragon & cream (gf)
Fillet steak
6 oz Fillet steak, cooked to your liking, creamed spinach, red wine sauce, gratin potatoes (gf)
Belly Pork
Slow roasted belly pork, smoked bacon & leek mash, cider sauce, crackling (gf)
Chicken breast
Pan roasted chicken breast, vodka, tomato, salami picante & cream sauce, chunky chips (gf)
Risotto
Risotto of sun blushed tomatoes, roasted red peppers, pine nuts & basil, garlic buttered greens, parmesan (v) (gf)
Vegan pie
Vegan pie of braised lentil ragu & spring vegetable fricassee, red wine sauce, roasted new potatoes (ve)
Main courses
Desserts
Crumble
Apple, rhubarb & almond crumble, crème anglaise
Brulee
Bailey's crème brulee, shortbread
Bread & butter pudding
Chocolate & orange bread & butter pudding, crème anglaise
Treacle tart
Classic treacle tart with ginger ice cream
Burnt Basque cheesecake
Burnt Basque cheesecake with macerated berries