Chilli cheese bites
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Chilli cheese bites, with sweet chilli dip
Chilli cheese bites, with sweet chilli dip
Crispy king prawns, marinated in a blend of South Asian spices, with tandoori mayo
Southern-fried chicken strips, with Southern-style gravy
Bruschetta, toasted ciabatta with tomatoes, red onion and a pesto dressing
Mozzarella sticks, with sweet chilli dip
Salt & chilli chicken wings, in a BBQ sauce
Hash brown bites, coated in salt & chilli seasoning
Chickpea & cauliflower croquettes, with sriracha mayo
Southern-fried mushrooms, with garlic mayo
Tomato & basil soup, with ciabatta
Cheesy garlic bread, oven-baked garlic ciabatta topped with cheese
Crispy sweet chilli chicken, with Southern-style gravy
Breaded mozzarella, with sweet chilli sauce
Southern-fried chicken, with Southern-style gravy and garlic mayo
Salt & chilli skin-on chips
Skin-on chips
Mac & cheese
Crispy onion rings
Bread & butter
Garlic bread
Chicken feast, Southern-fried chicken strips, BBQ chicken wings and cheesy BBQ chicken melt, with skin-on chips, crispy onion rings, Southern-style gravy and beans
Mac & cheese, a classic creamy mac & cheese
Beer-battered fish & chips, with your choice of garden or mushy peas
Sausage & mash, pork sausages, mash, garden peas and gravy (vegetarian option available)
Chicken tikka masala, with pilau rice and naan
Wholetail breaded scampi, with skin-on chips and your choice of garden or mushy peas
Steak & ale pie, Slow-cooked British beef & ale in shortcrust pastry, with your choice of mash or skin-on chips, garden peas and gravy
All day breakfast, two pork sausages, two bacon rashers, two fried free-range eggs, grilled tomato, mushrooms, skin-on chips and baked beans
Mushroom bourguignon pie, with skin-on chips, garden peas and gravy
Classic cottage pie, slow-cooked beef mince topped with mash, served with garden peas and gravy
Half roast chicken, with skin-on chips and Southern-style gravy
Beef lasagne, slow-cooked beef mince in a red wine & tomato sauce, topped with Cheddar and pesto, with a dressed salad
Vegetable lasagne, Mediterranean vegetables in a rich tomato sauce topped with cheese, with a dressed salad
Pan-fried salmon, on a bed of Trulli pasta with mozzarella pearls and a rich green pesto (vegetarian option available)
Crispy chicken schnitzel, breaded chicken topped with garlic butter, with skin-on chips and garden peas
6oz smothered steak, topped with mushrooms, fried onions and a creamy peppercorn sauce, served with skin-on chips and garden peas
Chicken & ham hock pie, tender pieces of chicken and ham with leek in a shortcrust pastry, served with skin-on chips, garden peas and gravy
Lamp rump, succulent lamb served with mash, minted garden peas and gravy
Cheese & bacon, crowd favourite! Two 3oz beef patties, bacon, smoked cheese, caramelised red onion chutney and burger sauce
Mighty mac & cheese, the messy one! Two 3oz beef patties, creamy mac & cheese, bacon, crispy fried onions and Southern-style gravy
The Louisiana, Southern-style cornbread coated patty with pickled gherkins, BBQ sauce and mayo
Classic, oh so simple…Two 3oz beef patties with burger sauce
Southern-fried chicken, hand-coated Southern-fried chicken with garlic mayo
Fully loaded hot dog, in a brioche-style roll topped with crispy fried onions, ketchup and French’s mustard, served with skin-on chips
Mixed grill, 6oz rump steak, 5oz gammon, chicken breast, pork sausage, fried free-range egg, with skin-on chips, grilled tomato and garden peas
6oz rump steak, with skin-on chips, crispy onion rings, grilled tomato and garden peas
10oz grilled gammon, with a fried free-range egg, skin-on chips and garden peas
Chocolate cookie dough sharer, warm & gooey cookie dough with a Lotus Biscoff centre, salted caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream
Apple & raspberry crumble, with a buttery flapjack topping and your choice of custard or vanilla ice cream
Salted caramel chocolate brownie, with vanilla ice cream
Classic doughnut, Our fave! With vanilla ice cream and chocolate sauce
Hand-made sticky toffee pudding, from award-winning Cartmel, with your choice of custard or vanilla ice cream
Ice cream doughnut sundaechunks of doughnut in vanilla ice cream, topped with whipped cream and your choice of strawberry or chocolate sauce
Chocolate orange delice, with vanilla ice cream
Truly Chocolate
Very Vanilla
Strawberry Tease
The Mallard Menu Review
Heanor Rd, Ilkeston DE7 8TJ, United Kingdom
Tucked away on Heanor Road in Ilkeston, The Mallard offers a menu that perfectly marries classic British comfort food with approachable pub-style dining. The Mallard Menu is a testament to hearty flavors, community warmth, and value for money, making it a popular local gem among residents and passersby alike.
The menu stands out for its diverse selection, including familiar pub staples such as fish and chips, scampi, and steak pies, as well as daily specials that bring variety to returning patrons. A personal favorite was the Sunday carvery-a generous portion of slow-roasted meats served with Yorkshire puddings, seasonal veg, and lashings of rich gravy. The roast beef, in particular, was tender and flavorful, and the roast potatoes were crisped to golden perfection. Vegetarian options, such as the mushroom stroganoff or cheese & onion pie, are thoughtfully crafted and not mere afterthoughts.
The Mallard also scores high on portion size and affordability. Meals are consistently well-presented and satisfying, with mains typically priced between £9-£14, which is quite reasonable for the quality and ambiance offered. For families, the kids' menu is both engaging and budget-friendly, and seniors can enjoy a lighter “Golden Years” menu at a reduced price.
Compared to chain pubs, The Mallard has a more personal, community-oriented charm. The friendly staff and clean, well-maintained interior create a welcoming environment whether you're dining alone, with friends, or bringing the family along.
In summary, The Mallard Menu provides excellent variety, generous portions, and comforting flavors in a relaxed pub setting. Whether you're in the mood for a traditional roast or a casual weekday lunch, this Ilkeston spot is worth a visit.