Patisserie · Holmbury St Mary, Dorking
Kings Head Coffee Shop Menu & Prices
Here is what you can typically expect on the counter at Kings Head Coffee Shop: 36 items across 6 sections, from pâtisserie individuelle to breakfast.
Indicative menu. Items and prices are typical for this style of bakery and are not supplied by Kings Head Coffee Shop. Always ask staff about allergens.
Pâtisserie Individuelle
- ReligieuseV £6.05 Stacked choux buns filled with coffee or chocolate cream, crowned with buttercream.
- Saint-HonoréV £6.25 Puff pastry base topped with caramel-dipped choux and light Chiboust cream.
- Tarte au citronPopularV £5.80 Crisp pâte sucrée filled with sharp lemon curd and finished with torched meringue.
- Paris-BrestPopularVN £7.30 Ring of choux pastry filled with praline mousseline and dusted with icing sugar.
- Tarte aux fraisesV £6.70 Sweet pastry case with vanilla crème pâtissière and glazed fresh strawberries.
- FraisierVN £5.50 Genoise sponge, fresh strawberries and crème mousseline topped with marzipan.
Macarons & Petits Fours
- Chocolate truffles (box of 9)VGF £12.00 Hand-rolled dark chocolate ganache truffles dusted with cocoa.
- Canelé de BordeauxV £3.45 Caramelised fluted cake with a custardy rum and vanilla centre.
- Madeleines (bag of 6)V £4.85 Shell-shaped sponge cakes scented with lemon zest and honey.
- Single macaronPopularVGFN £2.30 One delicate almond meringue shell in a seasonal flavour such as pistachio or raspberry.
- FlorentinesVNGF £3.80 Crisp almond and candied-peel discs set on a layer of dark chocolate.
- Macarons (box of 6)PopularVGFN £11.00 Assorted almond macarons with smooth shells and ganache or buttercream fillings.
Viennoiserie
- Chausson aux pommesV £3.20 Puff pastry turnover with a soft, lightly spiced apple compote filling.
- Croissant au beurrePopularV £3.80 Classic French croissant made with AOP butter for distinct, crisp layers.
- Kouign-amannV £4.30 Breton pastry of caramelised butter and sugar layers with a crackly crust.
- Croissant aux amandesVN £3.20 Syrup-soaked croissant filled with almond cream and baked with flaked almonds.
- Escargot aux raisinsV £3.20 Snail-shaped pastry rolled with crème pâtissière and plump raisins.
- Brioche feuilletéeV £3.35 Buttery laminated brioche with feathery layers and a light sugar glaze.
Gâteaux Entiers
- Bûche de Noël (seasonal)V £34.50 Rolled chocolate sponge filled with ganache and decorated as a festive log.
- Fraisier (serves 6)VN £37.00 Whole strawberry cake with vanilla mousseline and a pale green marzipan top.
- Croquembouche (to order)V £105.00 Tower of cream-filled choux bound with spun caramel for celebrations.
- Tarte au citron (serves 8)PopularV £31.50 Large lemon tart with a crisp sweet pastry and Italian meringue peaks.
- Galette des rois (January)VN £28.50 Puff pastry pie filled with frangipane, complete with a hidden fève and crown.
- Entremets chocolat (serves 6)PopularVN £35.00 Layered dark chocolate mousse cake with a crunchy praline base and mirror glaze.
- Tarte aux fruits (serves 8)V £35.50 Large crème pâtissière tart crowned with glazed seasonal fruits.
Boissons
- EspressoPopularVVGGF £2.30 Short, intense shot of espresso pulled from freshly ground beans.
- Café crèmePopularVGF £3.60 Smooth espresso topped with hot, lightly frothed milk in the French style.
- Chocolat chaudVGF £4.85 Thick, velvety hot chocolate made with melted dark chocolate and whole milk.
- Thé à la mentheVVGGF £3.35 Fresh mint leaves steeped in hot water, lightly sweetened if you like.
- Iced latteVGF £4.00 Double espresso poured over ice and cold milk for a refreshing pick-me-up.
- Citron presséVVGGF £4.00 Freshly squeezed lemon juice served with sparkling water and sugar syrup.
Breakfast
- Smashed avocado on sourdoughV £9.05 Crushed avocado, chilli flakes and lime on toasted sourdough with a poached egg.
- Bacon bap £6.15 Smoked back bacon in a floury bap with brown or tomato sauce.
- Porridge with toppingsV £4.60 Creamy oat porridge with honey, berries or banana and seeds.
- Full English breakfastPopular £12.00 Bacon, sausage, egg, beans, mushrooms, tomato and toast from our own bakery.
- Toast and jamV £3.10 Two thick slices of house bread with butter and preserves.
Ordering tips for Kings Head Coffee Shop
- Arrive early for the widest choice – bread and the most popular bakes often sell out by lunchtime.
- Allergen information must be available on request under UK law – ask before you buy if you have an allergy.
- It opens on Sundays (8am – 12pm), which makes it handy for weekend treats.
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