Head Chef Seb Gorbea, originally from Argentina, brings a unique and inspired approach to our kitchen—blending classic English cuisine with bold international flavours and touches of his South American heritage. His passion for cooking is rooted in a field-to-fork philosophy, with every dish thoughtfully crafted using fresh, locally sourced ingredients where availabilty allows.

Seb’s Argentine background subtly influences the menu—from flavour pairings to cooking techniques—adding depth and character to each plate.

With a strong focus on seasonality, quality, and creativity, our menu evolves throughout the year, complemented by weekly specials that celebrate the freshest produce and latest inspirations.

Enjoy your meal in our cosy, character-filled dining room—where the warm, relaxed atmosphere makes for the perfect countryside dining experience in the heart of the South Downs

The Foresters Arms Graffham

Sample Menu

Starters

Soup of the Day
Served with ciabatta and butter (V / GF on request)
£8.50

Caprese Salad
A vibrant arrangement of heritage tomatoes, creamy Italian burrata cheese and fresh sweet basil, drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze. A simple yet elegant classic.
Gluten-Free · Vegetarian
Starter £11.25 · Main £18.25

Smoked Salmon & Mackeral Mousse on Crumpet
Topped with grilled peaches, shaved celery, radish, a drizzle of spiced honey, crushed pistachios, and crispy onions.
£9.95

Into the Woods - Wild Boar Scotch Egg
Succulent Wild boar wrapped around a soft free-range organic egg. Infused with apple and sage. Served warm on a bed of rocket and a spoonful of caramelised onion chutney.
£10.75

Woodland Mushroom Arancini
Golden-fried risotto balls filled with woodland mushrooms, served on a base of local wild garlic hummus, drizzled with English truffle oil and topped with shaved parmesan.
£9.95

Fritura Mixta
A coastal-inspired sharing platter featuring lightly fried squid, calamari, whitebait, cod chunks, with butterfly prawns. Served with a garlic aioli for dipping.
Dairy-Free · Perfect for sharing
£18.50

Garlic Prawn & Honey Salad
Garlic king prawns and honey-glazed bacon lardons tossed with cherry tomatoes and crisp lettuce leaves. Finished with a zingy sriracha and chive cream cheese drizzle.

Gluten-Free on request
Starter £10.95 · Main £17.75

Mains

Foresters ‘Banging’ Beef Burger
Seb’s handcrafted succulent beef patty served in a toasted brioche bun with smoked cheddar, streaky smoked bacon, and crispy onion marmalade. Finished with crisp lettuce, vine tomato and gherkin slice. Served with fries and a mixed salad.
Gluten-free bun available on request
£17.95

Traditional Fish & Chips
Freshly battered Haddock, fried to golden perfection. Served with chunky chips, garden peas, and house-made tartar sauce.
Dairy-free / Gluten-free option available on request
£17.75

Wholetail Scampi & French Fries
Classic wholetail scampi, lightly breaded and fried until crispy. Accompanied by French fries, side of green salad and tangy tartar sauce.
£16.50

10 oz Sirloin Beef Steak
Premium British Sirloin Steak, grilled to your preference. Served with roasted field mushrooms, a grilled tomato, chunky chips and beer-battered onion rings.
Choice of sauce: Chimichurri · Peppercorn · Garlic Butter
Dairy-free / Gluten-free option available on request
£28.00

French style Rissoto Topped with Grilled Fillet (fish of the day)
A light and creamy herb risotto infused with sundried tomatoes and sautéed leeks topped with grilled fish
Gluten-free
Vegan alternative available with grilled seasonal vegetables.
£18.75

Grilled Prawns & Creamy Fusilli
Succulent grilled prawns tossed with al dente fusilli in a creamy sauce, paired with crispy bacon and tenderstem broccoli.
£18.50

Sides

Chunky or Skinny Chips
£4.50

Seasonal Vegetables
£4.75

Bread Basket
With herb dipping oil & olives
£5.00

Onion Rings
£4.50

Chicken Wings with Gaucho BBQ Sauce
£7.90

Foresters Side Salad

Fresh mixed salad leaves with tomato, red onion & herb croutons dressed with a balsamic glaze (VG / GF on request)
£7.75 (add avocado £1.00)

Dietary Key

V – Vegetarian · VG – Vegan · GF – Gluten-Free
Please inform us of any allergies or dietary requirements.