A newly renovated gastronomic restaurant/bar nestled in the heart of Shere, makes for a very pleasant night out.
As soon as you sit at your table, you are aware that the restaurant has a sporting influence; neutrally painted walls teamed with hardwood floors, allows the owners original F1 racing photographs and memorabilia to take centre stage. The William Bray is owned by former Formula One driver, Julian Bailey. Julian found it only fitting to name the William Bray after the 18th Century lawyer who once inhabited the building, known for his sociableness and love of sports.
The mixed menu remains unpretentious whilst offering contemporary food to suit all; Starters of 'Scallops Tempura to Mains of 'Liver with Bubble and Squeak' or 'Curried Monkfish' are on offer, all finished off with a fun desert menu including treats like 'Cinnamon sugared raspberry doughnuts with a custard shake'. The food menu is just as diverse as the drinks menu. Wines to suit every meal, The William Bray also has an extensive Beer and Whiskey selection as well as being a supplier of the famous Ruinart Champagne.
As soon as you sit at your table, you are aware that the restaurant has a sporting influence; neutrally painted walls teamed with hardwood floors, allows the owners original F1 racing photographs and memorabilia to take centre stage. The William Bray is owned by former Formula One driver, Julian Bailey. Julian found it only fitting to name the William Bray after the 18th Century lawyer who once inhabited the building, known for his sociableness and love of sports.
Having also had a run as the famous 'Stig' on Top Gear, Julian has managed to create a very stylish eatery, that sits in one of the most photographed villages in Surrey, so picturesque in fact, that the village was used as a backdrop in hit movies such as 'The Holiday' featuring Cameron Diaz, and 'The Wedding Date' with Deborah Messing.
The mixed menu remains unpretentious whilst offering contemporary food to suit all; Starters of 'Scallops Tempura to Mains of 'Liver with Bubble and Squeak' or 'Curried Monkfish' are on offer, all finished off with a fun desert menu including treats like 'Cinnamon sugared raspberry doughnuts with a custard shake'. The food menu is just as diverse as the drinks menu. Wines to suit every meal, The William Bray also has an extensive Beer and Whiskey selection as well as being a supplier of the famous Ruinart Champagne.The food was very well presented, and tasted even better than it appeared. The decor was warm and tasteful, and the welcoming from the staff very friendly. The wine was lovely, the service quick and my chocolate tart, devine. My one problem was the lighting. A bit too bright for our evening meal, it could have been a little more atmospheric, but other than that 'The William Bray' is a must for anyone travelling by Guildford in the future, or planning to spend a sunny Sunday out of London.
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