A review of the Sunday roast at Forgan's, a popular restaurant in St Andrews, found the Yorkshire pudding to be the standout element of the meal, alongside tender beef and generous portions.
The restaurant, located on Market Street, is housed in a former cleek factory where golf clubs were once manufactured. Its name honours Robert Forgan, a local businessman connected to the town's golfing history. The roast is served from 12pm on Sundays, with diners choosing between beef and lamb, accompanied by roast potatoes, maple-roasted vegetables, greens, a Yorkshire pudding and gravy.
A hearty meal in a cosy setting
At £28 a plate, the roast is more of a treat than a budget option. The meal was served all together on one plate, which the reviewer preferred, as everything was laid out ready to eat without having to build a plate from separate dishes.
The beef was juicy, tender and full of flavour, with no chewy bits of fat. A generous portion of meat sat on top of the vegetables and potatoes, and the juices added extra flavour to the sides.
Yorkshire pudding takes centre stage
The Yorkshire pudding was the real highlight of the meal. Crisp on the outside and fluffy in the middle, it was exactly what the reviewer wanted from a Yorkshire pudding. The best part, the reviewer noted, is piling a bit of everything into the pudding and biting into it, like a little extra meal within the roast.
The only small criticism was that the gravy had already been poured over the food, rather than served separately so it could be added to taste. However, the chef had not skimped on it, and there was plenty.
A treat worth considering
Overall, the meal was thoroughly enjoyed, with the generous portion, tender beef and perfectly cooked Yorkshire pudding making for a satisfying Sunday lunch. While £28 is a fairly hefty price for a roast, it is an option worth considering for those looking to treat themselves during a visit to St Andrews.
