Conservatory Restaurant at Marlfield House
The Ultimate Fine Dining Experience in Gorey, Wexford
The cuisine at the Conservatory Restaurant is best described as classical with French and Mediterranean influence. Dining in the flower-filled Turner style conservatory overlooking the garden with its frescoed walls and sparking silver is a truly memorable experience. Much of the ingredients are grown in our extensive kitchen gardens with vegetables, herbs and fruits gathered daily and prepared with care by our team of chefs. Local produce including Wexford beef and lamb, Dunmore East fish and Irish cheeses all feature strongly on our daily menus. The impeccable quality and ambience of the restaurant consistently earns The Conservatory Restaurant at Marlfield House its place among Ireland’s finest dining experiences.
Our seasonal five-course dinner is served from 6 to 9 pm. And the traditional Sunday lunch menu featuring Kilmore Quay crab, Dublin Bay prawns, roast fillet of Wexford beef, Black Sole to mention a few specialities is served every Sunday from 12.30 to 3pm. Click on the particular menu below for sample menu.
Morning tea, coffee, lunch, afternoon tea are served in the drawing room, garden or conservatory. Reservations are necessary
Conservatory Restaurant Sample Menus
All our sample menus subject to daily and seasonal change
Amuse Bouche
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STARTER
Kilmore Quay Crab Salad Crostini
Garden Baby Beets Pickled & Pureed, Radish & Rocket
Confit Chicken, Pistachio & Apricot Terrine
Toasted Croutes, Tarragon Crème Fraiche
Risotto of Orzo, Smoked Haddock
Parsley, Leek & Pea, Preserved Lemon & Dill
Pan Seared Scallops
Black Pudding, Fresh Granny Smith Burnt Apple Puree
Chicken Liver Parfait
Toasted Brioche, Pear & Apple Chutney, Raspberry Vinaigrette Dressed Salad
Truffled Irish Asparagus
Panko Crumbed Poach Egg, Hollandaise & Tomato Black Olive Salsa
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MIDDLE COURSE
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MAIN
Roast Kilmore Monkfish
Prawn, julienne of Summer vegetables, butter beans, spiced lemongrass cream
Seared Wexford Fillet of Beef
Burnt Shallot Puree, Baby Carrot & Confit Leek, Bearnaise, Red Wine Jus
Roast Breast of Guinea Fowl
Velouté of Pancetta, Tarragon, Oyster Mushroom, Wilted Summer Cabbage
Roast Rack of Slaney Valley Spring Lamb
Summer Garden Ratatouille, Kalamata Olive, Tomato, Oregano, Pan Jus
Fillet of Kilmore Quay Halibut
Brown shrimp, broad Bean, Courgette, Chervil Beurre Blanc, Mussel
Sundried Tomato Arancini
Courgette, Roast Red Pepper & Basil Salsa
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DESSERT
White Chocolate Crème Brulee
Poached Marlfield Pink Rhubarb, Ginger Biscuit
Strawberry Bavarois
Pink Peppercorn Meringue, Strawberry Salsa & Lime Sorbet
Classic Lemon tart
Pistachio Puree & Raspberries Sorbet
Chocolate fondant
Fresh Berries, Salted Caramel Ice-Cream
Irish Artisan Cheese Plate
Cashel Blue, Gubeen, Tipperary Brie, Clonattin Cheddar, Biscuits & Chutney
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Coffee & petit fours
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After Dinner Cocktails, Liqueurs, Brandies and Port, Please Ask Your Waiter for The Digestif Menu
Dessert wine Muscat Beaumes de Venise €13.00 per glass (12)
As all of our dishes are prepared to order, a short delay between courses is sometimes inevitable. If you would like something more simply prepared, we would be happy to do that for you.
Our fish is from Duncannon Fish in Wexford & Kilmore Quay & Kish Fish. Our meats are from County Wexford & supplied by Slaney Valley. Bacon is from O’Neills of Wexford, vegetables and herbs are from our garden & Cullens. Berries are from Green’s Berry Farm in Gorey & dairy is from Killowen Farm & Wexford Creamery. Many vegetables, fruits and herbs are grown in our kitchen garden. We use our neighbours, Samuel & Maurice Allen’s free-range & happy hen eggs.
Guests are respectfully asked to ensure their mobile phones are switched off while in the public rooms.
For allergen information please ask your server
12.30pm– 4pm
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Duncannon smoked salmon, beetroot, radish, caper & garden leaves €12.50/ €17.50
Mushrooms sautéed with thyme cream & white wine on toast, poached hens’ egg, dressed leaves €11.50/ €16.50
Creamy smoked salmon & haddock smokies, shallot, carrot, chives, Parmesan herb crust €10.50/ €16.50
Homemade soup of the day served with homemade brown bread € 9.00
Skinny fries with Parmesan and garlic aioli €6.50
Toasted ham, tomato & cheese sandwich, house chutney, fries, dressed leaves €11.50
Selection of sandwiches, smoked salmon, baked ham, egg & chive, vintage cheddar €11.50
Ploughman’s plate, baked loin of ham, Cashel blue cheese, pear chutney, roasted walnuts, cornichons, dressed leaves, brown bread €14.50
Mince pies & Cream €8.50
Apple & Wexford berry crumble, bourbon vanilla ice cream €8.50
Home-made buttermilk scones with berry compote & whipped cream €6.00
Home-made cookies, shortbread and chocolate chip €3.00
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As all our dishes are prepared to order, a short delay between courses is sometimes inevitable. If you would like something more simply prepared, we would be happy to do that for you.
Some of Marlfield House Suppliers
Meats– Slaney Valley, Co. Wexford; Fish & Shellfish – Duncannon Fish & Kilmore Quay, Co. Wexford; Pork Belly – O’Neill’s, Co. Wexford; Vegetables – our Garden & Cullen’s & Keeling’s, Co Wexford; Strawberry – Green Berry from Gorey; Dairy – Killowen Farm & Wexford Creamery
Guests are respectfully asked to ensure their mobile phones are on silent while in the public rooms.
For allergen information please ask your server
STARTER
Leek & Potato Soup Cream & Chives
Duncannon Smoked Salmon Pickled beetroot, preserved lemon & dill, baby caper
Glazed O’Neill’s Pork Belly Caramelized apple, black sesame, rosemary jus, creamed haricot beans
Ballotine of Duck Liver, Confit Pheasant & Smoked Chicken Cranberry, brioche crisp, pistachio, chestnut
Butternut Squash & Orzo Risotto Leek, Sage, Parsley
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MAIN COURSE
Roast Beef
Yorkshire pudding, duck fat roast potatoes, bearnaise, roast jus
(Served Medium Rare)
Roast Breast of Guinea Fowl Velouté of pancetta, tarragon, wild mushroom sprouts
Monkfish Spiced parsnip puree, Romanesco, golden raisin, brown shrimp, beurre noisette
Wild Mushroom & Herb Pithivier Celeriac puree, red wine shallot dressing
Halibut Artichoke puree, kale, mussel, beurre rouge
Main Courses Are Served with Pomme Gratin & Vegetables
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DESSERT
Chocolate Marquise Black cherry ice cream, pistachio
Marlfield Sago Plum Pudding Anglaise, Chantilly cream
Salted Caramel Tart Pecan, apple
Berry & Apple Crumble Bourbon Vanilla Ice Cream
Irish Artisan Cheese Plate Cashel blue, Gubeen, Clonattin cheddar, Cooleeney, Sourdough crackers, pear & apple chutney
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TEA / COFFEE
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€50
As all our dishes are prepared to order, a short delay between courses is sometimes inevitable. If you would like something more simply prepared, we would be happy to do that for you.
Some herbs and vegetables are from our kitchen garden. Chutneys and preserves are made from surplus autumn garden produce. Our fish & shellfish is from Duncannon Fish & Kilmore Quay in Co. Wexford. The meats are all from Wexford & supplied by Slaney Valley and O’Neills of Wexford. Vegetables and herbs are from the Garden, Cullen’s & Keeling’s in Co Wexford. Strawberries from Green’s Berry Farm in Gorey. Dairy is from Killowen Farm & Wexford Creamery. Irish artisan cheeses both local and national.
Guests are respectfully asked to ensure their mobile phones are on silent while in the public rooms.
For allergen information please ask your server
Choice of Juices: Fresh Orange, Fresh Grapefruit, Cranberry Juice, Prune Juice, Ballycross Apple Juice
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Compote of Killowen Natural Yogurt, Compote of Berries, Marlfield Granola
Compote of Killowen Natural Yogurt stewed Orchard Apples & Cinnamon, Marlfield Granola
Compote of Killowen Natural Yogurt, Poached Marlfield Pink Rhubarb, Marlfield Granola
All of The Above Available Vegan Yogurt
Cereal – Homemade Granola, All-Bran, Cornflakes
Oatmeal Porridge Served Plain or with Cinnamon & Maple Syrup
Chilled Soya, Coconut, Almond, Rice, Milk on request
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Basket of Homemade Brown Bread, Scones, Toast, Homemade Preserves
Selection of Barista Coffees, Percolated Coffee, Breakfast Loose Leaf Tea
To Select From Our Top Grade, Fragrant & Bespoke Teas, Please Ask For The House of Tea Menu
If you are travelling today, please ask at reception if you would like a takeaway juice or coffee. You can also purchase homemade Bread, Scones, Marmalade, Chutneys & Jams at reception
Please see reception for information on trails, excursions, activities & day trips.
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Marlfield House Full Irish Breakfast
Free Range Eggs– As You Like Them Poached, Boiled, Fried or Scrambled
With local Crispy Bacon & Sausages, Sautéed Mushrooms, Tomato, Black & White Pudding
Eggs Benedict
Double Poached Free-Range Eggs with Baked Ham or Smoked Salmon or Spinach on Toasted Muffin, Hollandaise Sauce
Double Poached
Free-Range Eggs with Avocado on Toasted Sourdough Bread, Virgin Olive Oil, Vine Tomatoes, Spinach
Scrambled Free Range Eggs
with Duncannon Smoked Salmon
Omelette
Tomato, Chive, Mushroom, Bacon & Cheddar Smoked Salmon, Chive & Spinach
Or of Your Choice
French Toast Brioche
With Maple Syrup & Crispy Streaky Bacon
Homemade Pancakes
Traditional Pancakes with Bacon & Maple Syrup or Lemon & Sugar
Cheese Plate & Baked Loin of Ham
Selection of local Artisan Cheese, Baked Ham, House Chutneys
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For menu allergen information please ask your server
As each dish is prepared to order a short delay may sometimes be inevitable.
Guests are respectfully asked to ensure their mobile phones are switched off while in the public rooms
Our Suppliers: Dairy – Killowen Farm Co. Wexford & Wexford Creamery; Vegetables – our Garden & Cullen’s, Co. Wexford; Sausages, Bacon & Pudding – O’Neills, Co. Wexford; Smoked Salmon – Duncannon, Co. Wexford; Jams, Marmalades, Compotes, Chutneys & Bread are made in the house; some of the Fruits & all of the Rhubarb is from our Kitchen Garden; Summer Berries from Greens Berry, Gorey
BLACK TEAS
Black teas contain the highest amount of caffeine but they are also rich in antioxidants.
Assam Dikom FTGFOP, India
Characteristical malty notes of high quality Assam.
Darjeeling FTGFOP Kalej Valley, India
Typical muscatel flavour. Excellent afternoon tea.
Earl Grey Blue Flower
Classic black tea flavoured with the essence of the bergamot fruit (fruity-citrus aroma).
Lapsang Souchong, China
Intense, rich smoky flavour – a traditional classic for the afternoon.
Decaf Ceylon OP, Sri Lanka
Mild and aromatic taste.
GREEN & WHITE TEAS
The green leaves are roasted or steamed to stop the oxidation. All green teas contain caffeine (less than black tea) and are rich in vitamin C and antioxidants.
Mao Feng, China
Mello, refreshing and subtle with a slight nutty, grassy-fruity note.
Green Spring
Sencha green tea – strawberries and the red currants give a fresh and fruity flavour.
White Grapefruit, China
Wonderful light and fragrant citrus taste (aloe Vera, orange, yellow rose and natural grapefruit aroma).
HERBAL TEAS
Herbal and Rooibos teas do not contain any caffeine.
Rooibos Nature, South Africa
Made from local bush and contains a lot of minerals and vitamin C. Sweet-earth character.
Peppermint
Contains natural menthol which gives this tea typical freshness.
Camomile
Pure whole camomile blossoms.
Bad Weather, Herbal Mix
The anise-honey flavoured tea pure herbal tea. Leave
FRUIT TEAS
Fruity Ginger
Mild, apple/pear based fruit infusion. Slightly sweet flavours of passion fruit and ginger.
Wild Cherry
Ruby red infusion with the fruity flavour of ripe cherries, hibiscus, apple and hawthorn
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COFFEE SELECTION
Percolated Coffee
Americano
Decaf Americano
Caffé Latte
Cappuccino
Esspresso Single/Double
Espresso Macchiato
Caffé Mocha
Flat White
Afternoon Tea Menu
Served Thursday to Sunday 12.30 to 15.30
Reservations are necessary
Sandwiches
Honey Glazed Ham with Tomato Chutney on Wholemeal Brown Bread
Smoked Salmon with Cucumber and Horseradish Cream on Homemade Brown Soda Bread
Chicken & Tarragon on a Toasted Waterford Blaa
Free Range Egg Salad with Aioli & Chive on White Bread
Desserts
Homemade Scones dusted with Cinnamon and Sugar served with Butter, Fresh Cream and Marlfield Berry Jam
Strawberry, Coconut & Lime Panacotta
Chocolate Opera Torte
Glazed Lemon Tart
Raspberry & White Chocolate Éclair
Tea Selection
Black Teas
Black teas contain the highest amount of caffeine but they are also rich in antioxidants.
Assam Dikom FTGFOP, India
Characteristically malty notes of high-quality Assam.
Darjeeling, FTGFOP Kalej Valley, India
Typical muscatel flavour. Excellent afternoon tea.
Earl Grey Blue Flower
Classic black tea flavoured with the essence of the bergamot fruit (fruity-citrus aroma).
Lapsang Souchong, China
Intense, rich smoky flavour – a traditional classic for the afternoon.
Decaf Ceylon OP, Sri Lanka
Mild and aromatic taste.
Green & White Teas
The green leaves are roasted or steamed to stop the oxidation. All green teas contain caffeine (less than black tea) and are rich in vitamin C and antioxidants.
Jasmine Superior
Wonderful light, fragrant & flowery aroma. Great digestive.
White Grapefruit, China
Wonderful light and fragrant citrus taste (aloe vera, orange, yellow rose and natural grapefruit aroma).
Herbal Teas
Herbal and Rooibos teas do not contain any caffeine.
Rooibos Nature, South Africa
Made from local bush and contains a lot of minerals and vitamin C. Sweet-earth character.
Peppermint
Contains natural menthol which gives this tea typical freshness.
Camomile
Pure whole camomile blossoms.
Cozy Comfort
The aromatic anise-honey flavour is perfect after a long day. No caffeine.
Fruit Teas
Fruity Ginger
Mild, apple/pear-based fruit infusion. Slightly sweet flavours of passion fruit and ginger.
Wild Cherry
Ruby red infusion with the fruity flavour of ripe cherries, hibiscus, apple and hawthorn.
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Country House Afternoon Tea €32
With a Glass of Prosecco €44
With a Glass of Champagne €61
Glass of Prosecco €9
Glass of Spumante €13
Glass of Champagne €20