9 Summer Potato Dishes for Pubs, Bars & Restaurants

At Lowes Potatoes, we know that potatoes aren’t just for winter comfort food - they’re all year-round star ingredient. In summer, they can be light, fresh, and versatile, making them perfect for beer garden menus, small plates, and seasonal specials.

Here are 9 summer potato dishes that pubs, bars, and restaurants can add to their menus to keep customers coming back for more.

1. New potato & herb salad

Light, fresh, and perfect for warm weather. Toss freshly boiled Lowes new potatoes with olive oil, lemon, parsley, dill, and chives. Serve as a side to grilled fish, chicken, or vegetarian mains.

2. Crispy potato wedges with aioli

Skin-on wedges roasted until golden, served with garlic aioli or a smoky paprika mayo. Ideal as a sharing plate for beer gardens or casual dining menus.

3. BBQ potato skewers

Parboil small potatoes, then grill them on skewers alongside peppers, onions, and halloumi. Great for outdoor dining and summer events.

4. Loaded potato skins - summer style

Fill baked potato skins with fresh tomato salsa, avocado, sour cream, and chopped coriander. A vibrant, summery twist on a pub classic.

5. Warm potato & smoked mackerel salad

Pair our buttery new potatoes with flaked smoked mackerel, capers, and watercress for a light yet satisfying summer main.

6. Potato & pesto bruschetta

Layer thin roasted slices of potato on crusty bread, drizzle with basil pesto, and top with cherry tomatoes. A fresh, Mediterranean-inspired small plate.

7. Crispy potato rösti with summer vegetables

Golden potato rösti topped with grilled courgette, asparagus, and soft goat’s cheese. Works as a vegetarian main or a side dish.

8. Mediterranean potato bake

Layer potatoes with aubergine, peppers, courgette, tomatoes, olive oil, and feta - then bake until golden. Perfect for rustic, sharing-style dining.

9. Potato & chorizo tapas

Small fried potatoes with smoky chorizo, garlic, and paprika oil. Perfect as a bar snack or tapas-style plate for summer drinks menus.

Why Lowes Potatoes are perfect for summer menus

• Freshly harvested for peak flavour

• Locally grown, reducing food miles and supporting the community

• Versatile varieties to suit frying, roasting, boiling, and baking

• Consistent quality so chefs can rely on every dish tasting its best

  
  

Want to add Lowes Potatoes to your summer menu? We supply pubs, bars, and restaurants across the region with fresh, local potatoes that elevate every plate. Contact us today to arrange your next delivery.