Script Restaurant & Bar
The Hertsmere menu at Script
Modern British cooking that changes with the seasons. Chef's signatures are marked with a star. Served at The Hertsmere in Elstree, no golf and no tee time needed.
Spring / Summer 2026
Small plates & starters
Aged balsamic, basil oil, toasted seeds, sourdough crisp
Truffle mayo, wild herb oil, pickled shallot
Prosciutto, feta, rocket, baby spinach & honey vinaigrette
Butter, toasted sourdough
Capers, lemon & wholemeal bread
Lighter plates & salads
Mixed grain, roasted squash, marinated tomatoes, avocado, tahini dressing, crispy cauliflower wings, dukkah
Soft-boiled free-range egg, pancetta bacon, parmesan, sourdough croutons, house Caesar dressing
Succulent chicken breast, soft-boiled free-range egg, pancetta bacon, parmesan, sourdough croutons, house Caesar dressing
Mixed grain, charred hispi cabbage, beef tomato, pomegranate, feta, herb dressing
Sandwiches & between bread
All served with dressed garden salad · add skin-on fries 4.00
Triple-decker: free-range chicken, smoked streaky bacon, heritage tomato, cos, chive mayo
On malted sourdough, house piccalilli, watercress
Heritage tomato, chilli flakes, toasted pumpkin seeds
Smoked streaky bacon, heritage tomato, lettuce, aioli, brioche
Crispy haloumi, roasted peppers, tomato, crispy cos lettuce
Mains
Seasonal menu; some dishes subject to availability
100% British beef patty, mature cheddar, smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, gherkin & Script sauce, brioche bun, skin-on fries
Cajun mayonnaise, tomato, brioche bun, skin-on fries
Crushed minted peas, tartare, skin-on fries, lemon
Crispy bubble & squeak cake, seasonal vegetables, rich red wine & thyme jus
Scotch bonnet & allspice glaze, coconut & spring onion rice, mango salsa
Harissa chickpeas, preserved lemon yoghurt, herb oil, crispy capers
Creamy mash, tenderstem broccoli, whole grain mustard & Aspall cyder sauce
Creamed savoy cabbage, smoked garlic butter, rich red wine gravy
Sharing platters
Priced for 2 / for 4
Confit duck rillettes, glazed ham, crispy chicken, crispy pork belly bites, Script burger sliders, crispy onion rings, house pickles, Script sauce & homemade breads
Wild mushroom croquettes, hummus, roasted peppers, smashed avocado flatbread, warm breads, dressed leaves, pickled vegetables & dukkah
Burrata, marinated tomatoes, warm flatbreads, hummus, marinated olives, roasted peppers, za’atar oil & toasted seeds
Sides
Desserts
Madagascan vanilla, seasonal compote, butter shortbread
British strawberries, elderflower cream, crushed meringue
Spiced red wine syrup, vanilla bean ice cream
Warm brownie, white chocolate sauce, vanilla ice cream
Chef’s signature dishes are starred. VE vegan · V vegetarian · GF gluten free. All prices include VAT.
Please tell your server about any allergies or dietary requirements before ordering. Full allergen information is available on request.
Script at The Hertsmere
A table, whenever suits
Open seven days a week, kitchen 7:30am to 5:30pm, bar until 10pm. No golf required.