THE FOX & HOUNDS, AINTHORPE
45 Brook Lane, Ainthorpe, Whitby, YO21 2LD
t: 01287 660218
The Fox & Hounds pub is open, serving drinks from 11am-11pm​.
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We serve food everyday. Monday to Saturday from 12pm-2pm and 5:30pm-8:30pm, and on a Sunday from 12pm-8pm.​
Starters
Cod & Chorizo Fishcake
Served with homemade chilli sauce, grilled lime and Asian slaw topped with sesame seeds. £7.95
Halloumi Fries
Golden fried halloumi, served with homemade sweet chilli dipping sauce. £7.95
Ham Hock & Pea Terrine
Slow-cooked ham hock pressed with garden peas, served with mini Irish soda loaf and red onion marmalade. Gluten-free bread available on request. £7.95
Crispy Pork Belly Bites
Crisp pork belly pieces tossed in hot honey with a hot honey dip. £8.95
Classic Prawn Cocktail
North Atlantic prawns in a Marie Rose sauce on gem lettuce, with cucumber, tomato, lemon, and mini Irish soda loaf. Gluten-free bread available on request. £7.95
Mains
Fish & Seafood
Beer-Battered Haddock & Chips
Fresh haddock in a crisp batter, served with homemade chips, homemade tartare sauce, grilled lemon, and a choice of mushy or garden peas. £18.95
Whitby Scampi
Golden breaded scampi served with homemade chips, homemade tartare sauce, grilled lemon, and a choice of mushy or garden peas. £17.95
Pan-Fried Salmon (gf)
Served on creamy mashed potatoes with roasted vegetables and a celeriac purée. £19.95
Meat & Poultry
Steak Burger
A juicy steak burger in a toasted brioche bun with gem lettuce, tomato, onion, and homemade burger sauce, topped with melted Monterey Jack cheese, bacon, and homemade coleslaw. Served with homemade chips. £17.50
Slow-Cooked Belly Pork
Served with roasted tri-coloured carrots, baby corn, celeriac fondant, and a rich port jus. £19.95
Classic Homemade Parmo
A tender breaded chicken breast, deep-fried until golden, topped with rich béchamel sauce and melted cheddar cheese. Served with homemade coleslaw and seasoned chips. £16.95
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Add:
Pepperoni +£2.00
Hotshot +£2.00
Fajita
Sizzling Fajita served with sour cream, guacamole, salsa, grated Monterey jack, with three tortilla wraps.
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Choose from:
Sirloin steak £19.95
Chicken £17.95
Halloumi £17.95
8oz Sirloin Steak
Cooked to your liking, served with homemade chips, grilled tomato, mushrooms, and house salad. £25.95
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Why not add?
Onion Rings (4) +£2.00
Peppercorn Sauce +£4.95
Dianne Sauce +£4.95
Homemade Steak & Ale Pie
Slow-cooked British beef in ale, topped with shortcrust pastry. Served with seasonal vegetables and your choice of mashed potato or homemade chips. £18.95
Vegetarian & Vegan
Vegan Burger
Plant-based burger in a toasted brioche bun with gem lettuce, tomato, onion, and homemade burger sauce. Served with homemade chips and homemade vegan coleslaw. £15.95
Butternut Squash Risotto (gf)
Creamy risotto with roasted butternut squash, topped with a Parmesan crisp and served with garlic bread. Can be made vegan upon request. £16.95
Salads
Prawn Salad (gf available)
A refreshing gem lettuce, sliced tomatoes and cucumber topped with succulent prawns in a classic Marie Rose sauce. Served with mini Irish bread for a light yet satisfying dish. £14.95
Chicken Caeser Salad
Crisp gem lettuce, savoury anchovies, pancetta, and crunchy croutons, all tossed in a rich Caesar dressing. £14.95
Sides
Mini Irish Soda Loaf
£3.00
Cheesy Chips
£5.95
Seasonal Vegetables
£3.95
Garlic Bread
£4.95
Chips
£4.95
Cheesy Garlic Bread
£5.95
Ciabatta Sandwiches
Available between 12-2pm.
All served with homemade chips and coleslaw.
Prawn & Marie Rose
North Atlantic prawns in a classic Marie Rose sauce. £14.95
Steak & Onion
Grilled Cumberland sausage layered with sweet onion marmalade. £14.95
​Cumberland Sausage & Onion Marmalade
Grilled Cumberland sausage layered with sweet onion marmalade. £14.95
Beer Battered Haddock
Tender strips of steak with caramelised onions. £16.95
Kids Menu
​Served with a choice of chips or mash and peas or beans.
Chicken Nuggets
Crispy golden chicken nuggets, perfect for little hands. £7.95
Fish Fingers
Crunchy breaded fish fingers, lightly seasoned and packed with flavour. £7.95
Cumberland Sausages
Two traditional Cumberland sausages, cooked to perfection. £7.95
Build Your Own Sharing Platters
How to Pre-Order​
We kindly ask that you pre-order at least 3 days in advance with a £20pp non-refundable deposit.
Meat Platter
Create your ultimate feast with a mix of our premium and classic cuts. Served with homemade chips, homemade onion rings, coleslaw, salad, and a choice of any three dips.
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Premier Options: BBQ Pork Ribs (5 bone / 10 bone for sharer), Sirloin Steak (6oz / 12oz for sharer), Lamb Shank (200g / 400g for sharer), Gammon Steak with Fried Egg (6oz / 12oz for sharer).
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Standard Options: Paprika Marinated Grilled Chicken Sliders (2 / 4), Mini Beef Sliders (2 / 4), Pulled Pork Sliders (2 / 4), Pork Steak (6oz / 12oz), Chicken Tenders (4 / 8).
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Dip Options: Garlic Mushroom Sauce, Dianne, Peppercorn, Smoky BBQ.​
For One – £45
Choose 4 items
(2 Premier +
2 Standard)
Sharer – £75
Choose 6 items (3 Premier +
3 Standard, larger portions)
Seafood Platter
Choose your favourites to create a feast of fresh seafood. Served with fries, salad, and a choice of any three dips.
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Mains: Smoked Salmon, Anchovies, Tempura Prawns, Smoked Mackerel, Calamari, Garlic & Chilli King Prawns, Dressed Crab, Mussels, Sardines,
Fish Pie or Cod & Chorizo Fishcake, Lobster Thermidor (£10 supplement).
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Dip Options: Aioli, Tartare sauce, Marie Rose, Sweet Chilli, Garlic Butter.
For One – £45
Choose 5
main items
Sharer - £75 Choose 6
main items
(larger portions)
Desserts
served with your choice of ice cream, custard, or pouring cream.
Homemade Sticky Toffee Pudding
A rich, moist date sponge topped with warm toffee sauce — a true classic. £7.95
Homemade Cheesecake of the Week
Smooth, indulgent cheesecake crafted in-house, with flavours that change weekly. £7.95
Homemade White Chocolate & Baileys Bread & Butter Pudding
Layers of buttered brioche baked with creamy custard, infused with Baileys and white chocolate. £7.95
Homemade Crème Brûlée of the Week (GF)
Silky baked custard topped with a crisp caramelised sugar crust, flavour of the week. £7.95
Homemade Tart of the Week
Our weekly changing tart, freshly baked with seasonal flavours. £7.95
Selection of 3 Ice Cream
Choose from honeycomb chocolate swirl, rum and raisin, sticky toffee fudge, chocolate and vanilla. £5.95