Delicious Pub Fare At The Lion An Eagle
By: Marc Kent
Open 7 days from noon to 2AM weekdays, from 7AM to 2AM on Saturdays, this English style pub offers a limited but excellent menu at 2401 N. Federal Hwy in Boca Raton (561-447-7707).
Start with their full English br
eakfast that offers Irish bacon, two bangers (sausages) two eggs, black pudding (pork, beef blood, oatmeal), Heinz baked beans, sautéed mushrooms, tomatoes, potatoes and a side of toast! This giant repast is a blend of tastes and textures – a fantastic variety. If you wish a simple dish – they have eggs or egg whites with your choice of the eggs with sausages, bacon or cheese.
The sandwich roster includes grilled cheese- your favorite cheese melted on toasted bread with hand cut chips (fries) in basket. The BLT is offered with either American or Irish bacon, also with chips . Try a club sandwich-ham, roast beef or turkey with lettuce and tomato or try a beer battered filet of fish on toasted bun with lettuce and tomato. Two favorites are the spicy curried chicken on a toasted bun with lettuce, tomato and chips and the most delicious beef hamburger with lettuce, tomato, onion slices and pickle chips served with a mountain of chips. FYI – you can substitute turkey or veggie burgers for the beef.
Lion and Eagle lists four appetizers, all proven winners. Try basket of chips – hand cut and delicious, as is or with a side of either the curry sauce or gravy. A Scottish tradition is Scotch Eggs – hardboiled egg wrapped in sausage meat, rolled in breadcrumbs then deep fried. These may be ordered hot or cold. Chicken is featured as wings in a sauce of your choice and is served with carrots, celery and your choice of dressing. Chicken tenders with chips include a side of sweet honey mustard. We sampled all four and enjoyed each one.
The star attractions are the four entrees which include bangers (3) with mashed potatoes and Heinz baked beans plus a side of gravy. Try curry and chips with a tangy hot curry over tender chicken pieces. We have two favorites – the shepherd’s pie which is a casserole of seasoned beef, vegetables, topped with mashed potatoes, melted cheese, browned a bit and with a side of gravy. The primer dish is the fish and chips – a huge beer battered codfish steak, served with fried and tartar sauce. A hearty portion of superior taste and texture- fantastic!
Featured are a dozen beers and ales on tap…including those from England, Denmark, Ireland, Belgium and domestic breweries. Or select from a roster of some 70 bottled brews. The full bar is busy with regular patrons providing a warm pub atmosphere where diners feel at home with the pub’s excellent service. We think you should…Go and Enjoy!
