El Matador in Wellington Menu

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Warmed mixed olives $8.50
Asparagus tossed in lemon & thyme butter $16.00
Mushroom & tarragon salad $12.50
Grilled beetroot w watercress & preserved lemon & mint vinaigrette $13.50
Fire roasted sweetcorn w smoked paprika butter $11.50
Broad beans w cream, bacon & cos lettuce $12.50
Mesclun & vine tomato salad w vinaigrette $9.00
Minted new potatoes $13.50
Patatas fritas: fried potatoes w spicy bravas sauce or aioli $9.00
Marinated octopus salad w fresh lemon $16.00
Fresh green-lipped mussels steamed w white wine, cream, thyme & garlic $16.50
Prawns sautéed w garlic, chilli & cream $17.00
Grilled sardines on homemade ciabatta garlic toasts $13.50
Pulpo a la diabla $16.00
House-smoked pork belly w black bean & chipotle puree $18.00
Wood-fired prime beef short rib w chimichurri $18.00
Chicken pinchos w chimichurri $14.50
Lamb pinchos w chimichurri $16.00
Pork & pistachio terrine w homemade bread $14.00
Parrilla-grilled flank steak w chimichurri $16.00
Lamb sweetbreads w lemon, garlic & thyme $14.00
Empanada (vegetariano or meat) w chimichurri $8.00
Provoleta: roasted smoked provolone cheese w dried oregano & Spanish paprika $13.50
Fugazza: homemade pizza bread topped w caramelised onion, gorgonzola & mozzarella $14.50

Gaucho burger: wood-fired prime beef patty, bacon, cheese, lettuce, aioli, tomato & chimichurri in our homemade bun, served w patatas bravas $22.00
Vegetariano burger: wood-fired mushroom, lettuce, aioli, tomato, cheese & beetroot relish in our homemade bun, served w patatas bravas $21.00

Charcuterie: cold meat platter (for two to four) $49.00
Parrillada: wood-fired lamb, beef, chicken, chorizo, morcilla & mollejas (for two to four) $79.00
Butterflied leg of lamb, roasted & parrilla-grilled (for four to five) $89.00
Steak plate: wood-fired flank, rump, sirloin & ribeye w chimichurri (for two to four) $95.00
Paella w fresh mussels, fish, prawns, baby calamari & chorizo (for two to three) $59.00

Vacío (Flank steak) $24.00
- Flank is a cut from the abdominal muscles of the cow, noted for its taste over its texture.Best served rare, sliced thinly across the grain.
Cuadril (Rump steak) $29.00
- Rump isn’t the most tender cut but it packs a lot of flavour. Cut from the hindquarter of the cow. Best served medium.
Bife de chorizo (Sirloin steak) $32.00
- Prime cut from the short loin. Tasty, fine grained and tender. Best served however you prefer your steak.
Ojo de bife (Ribeye steak) $34.50
- Prime cut from the fore loin above the ribs. Fatty, delicious and tender. Best served however you prefer your steak.
Asado (Argentine BBQ) of the day n/a
- Lamb, pork, chicken or beef grilled the traditional Argentine way Served w chimichurri, chapa potatoes and cos, tomato & red onion salad

Churros w dulce de leche or warmed, spiced chocolate sauce $12.50
Chocolate pot w chestnut torrone $11.50
Gluten-free chocolate gateau, rich chocolate ganache w Chantilly cream $12.50
Ice cream w spiced chocolate sauce $9.50
Alfajores (authentic Argentine cookies): handcrafted dulce de leche filled delights $7.50
Cheeseboard $15.50

Toasted homemade ciabatta, or carrot & fennel (gluten-free) toast, w choice of preserves $7.50
Churros w dulce de leche or warmed, spiced chocolate sauce $12.50
Pancakes w bacon, banana, maple syrup, mascarpone & dulce de leche $16.50
Eggs, anyway, on homemade ciabatta, or carrot & fennel (gluten-free) toast $10.50
Ernesto’s breakfast burrito filled w scrambled eggs, black bean & chipotle chilli, cheese, topped w avocado, sour cream & salsa $17.50
Spanish omelette w roasted potatoes, onions, chorizo & baby spinach salad $18.00
Eggs Benedict on homemade hash browns w choice of bacon, morcilla, spinach or salmon $17.50
Gaucho breakfast: chorizo, morcilla, bacon, cheesy eggs, hash brown, black bean & chipotle chilli, slow-roasted tomatoes & homemade ciabatta $21.50
Gaucho vegetariano breakfast: cheesy eggs, hash brown, black bean & chipotle chilli, spinach, mushrooms, slow-roasted tomatoes, avocado & homemade ciabatta $21.50

Grilled bacon /cold roast salmon / fried morcilla / eggs (anyway) $6.00
Black bean & chipotle chilli / carrot & fennel (gluten-free) toast $5.00
Hash brown / slow-roasted tomatoes / wilted spinach / mushrooms / avocado / ciabatta $4.00
Hollandaise / chimichurri $2.00

Warmed mixed olives $8.50
Empanada: vegetariano or meat w chimichurri $8.00
Choripán Argentino (hot dog): chorizo & chimichurri in our homemade bread roll $11.50
Chicken pinchos w chimichurri $14.50
Lamb pinchos w chimichurri $16.00
Fugazza: homemade pizza bread topped w caramelised onions, gorgonzola & mozzarella $14.50
Parrilla-grilled flank steak w chimichurri $16.00
Mesclun & vine tomato salad w vinaigrette $8.50
Patatas fritas: fried potatoes w spicy bravas sauce or aioli $9.00
Gaucho burger: wood-fired prime beef patty, bacon, cheese, lettuce, aioli, tomato & chimichurri in our homemade bun, served w patatas bravas $22.00
Vegetariano burger: wood-fired mushroom, lettuce, aioli, tomato, cheese & beetroot relish in our homemade bun, served w patatas bravas $21.00
Ernesto’s black bean & chipotle chili, salsa & sour cream $18.00
w wood-fired chicken & chorizo $21.50
Parrilla-grilled PrimeAngus aged grass-fed sirloin steak w chimichurri, chapa potatoes & salad $32.00

Lomito: wood-fired steak & salad sandwich $12.50
Choripán Argentino (hot dog): chorizo & chimichurri in our homemade bread roll $11.50
Fire roasted sweetcorn w smoked paprika butter $11.50
Empanada: vegetariano or meat w chimichurri $8.00
Fugazza: housemade pizza bread topped w caramelised onions, mozzarella & gorgonzola dolce $14.50
Parrilla-grilled pinchos w chimichurri: lamb $16.00
or chicken $14.50
Wood-fired prime beef short rib w chimichurri $18.00
Patatas fritas: fried potatoes w bravas sauce or aioli $9.00
Gaucho burger: wood-fired prime beef patty, bacon, cheese, lettuce, aioli, tomato & chimichurri, in our homemade bun, served w patatas bravas $22.00
Vegetariano burger: wood-fired mushroom, lettuce, aioli, tomato, cheese & beetroot relish in our homemade bun, served w patatas bravas $21.00
Churros w dulce de leche or warmed, spiced chocolate sauce $12.50
Alfajores (authentic Argentine cookies): handcrafted dulce de leche filled delights $7.50
Vino Especiales: Mi Terruño Torrontés 2014 Mendoza, Argentina $8.50/ $39.00
- Torrontés is the indigenous white wine of Argentina. Aromatic and exotic with a fresh and floral finish.
Gran Lomo Malbec 2015 Mendoza, Argentina $8.50/ $39.00
- Medium bodied and perfectly balanced with smooth, sweet tannins. SILVER - Korea Wine Challenge 2016.

Nearby Sample Menus

Peas Pulao $6.00
Gr8 Tandoori Mixed Platter For Two $24.00
- Consists of Chicken Tikka, Tandoori Chicken, Lamb Chops, Vegetable Samosa, Subz Shami Kebab.
Prawn Jhalfreezi $17.50
- Prawn pieces cooked with onion, tomato, capsicum, spring onion and coconut milk.
Tarka Daal Lunch $9.90
Channa Masala Lunch $9.90
Chicken Fried Rice $10.00
Chicken $16.00
Tandoori Roti $3.00
- Plain whole meal bread.

Pork $1.50
Sweet and sour pork $5.50
Garlic broccoli $12.50
Sichuan chicken $16.50
Squid fillet $2.00
Pork ribs & vermicelli with pickled cabbage $15.50
Thai prawns $18.50
Wonton noodle soup $12.50

●Panang Curry $12.00
- Panang curry paste fried with coconut served with: chicken / beef / pork
Thai Money Bag (6) $6.00
- Minced chicken and cubes of kumara cooked with curry powder and wrapped in spring roll pastry
●Green Curry and Vegetables $12.00
- Sweet green curry and vegetables served with: chicken / beef / pork
Mee Goreng $12.00
- Stir fried egg noodles with bean sprouts and your choice of chicken, beef or pork
●Fried Rice with Chilli and Basil $12.00
- Chicken / beef / pork
●Sweet and Sour $12.00
- Chicken / beef / pork
-King Prawn / Squid $15.00
Clear Chicken Soup $6.00
- Succulent chicken and prawns with rice noodles and vegetables

Avocado $3.50
Cheese Kerensky's $4.00
Add ham $2.00
PULLED PORK CIABATTA $17.00
- smokey pulled pork, caramelised onions and iceberg lettuce on toasted ciabatta, served with cajun kumara fries
NACHOS $13.00
- baked Mexican corn chips topped with cheese, chilli beans, avocado, sour cream and salsa with veggie
Spaghetti on toast $4.50
Little/Large $8.00/$10.00
Coco pops with banana $3.50

Rice Bowl -Tofu, Mixed Mushroom & Eggplant $11.50
Pickled Shiitake $2.00
Dashi Waffle with Chicken Karaage & Okonomiyaki Sauce $9.00
Rice Bowl - Braised Pork & Coriander Pickles $11.50
Side of Rice $3.00
Sesame Miso Ramen $14.00
- Vegetable, Sesame and Miso Broth, Butter, Pickled Shiitake, Spring Onion, Sprouts, Fried Onion, Nori
Spring Onions $2.00
Double Noodles $3.50

Traditional Eggs Benedict
- with hollandaise & English Muffin
Bruschetta $10.50
- with tomatoes, danish feta, fresh basil & balsamic reduction
Slow-Cooked Pork Belly $17.50
- with cracking in steamed flat breast, pickled red cabbage, rocket & apple
Creamy Porridge $10.50
- with sticky saffron pears & honey
Brioche French Toast $16.50
- with caramelised banana, bacon & maple syrup
- with smoked salmon, cream cheese, capers & red onion $14.50
- with preserved & cream cheese $6.50
Soup of the Day $12.50

Our soft tacos and quesadillas are made using flour tortillas
Chipotle
- Chipotle chillies and cayenne pepper
Classic $12.50
- Flour Tortilla, White Rice, Choice Of Meat, Cheese, Sour Cream, Salsas And Sauce
Sour Cream +$0.50
- IQ Range™ and Powerbowl
Guacamole Extra
Pinto Beans
Chips & Dip $6.90
- Corn Chips, Salsas, Guacamole, Sour Cream and Sauce
Jalapeños

Huarache Patria $20.00–$25.00
- Huarache is a popular Mexican dish consisting of an oblong, fried masa base, with a variety of toppings including red and green sauce served with beef, veggie, chorizo or chicken breast egg and cheese. This dish is most popular in its hometown, Mexico City.
Chilaquiles $15.00
- Corn chips topped with your favorite red or green sauce. Add chicken or egg.
Tacos $8.00–$22.00
- Corn tortilla folded or rolled around a filling. A taco can be made with a variety of fillings, including beef, pork, chicken, seafood, vegetables and cheese, allowing for great versatility and variety. A taco is generally eaten without utensils and is often accompanied by garnishes such as salsa or chili pepper, avocado or guacamole, cilantro (coriander), tomatoes, onions and lettuce.
Jalapeños rellenos de queso $15.00
- Jalapeños stuffed with cheese
Tacos dorados $23.00
- Vegetarian mix on crunchy tacos served with beans, salad, red sauce, sour cream and feta cheese
Molletes $10.00
- Fresh bread topped with beans melted. Add chorizo, ham or eggs for $3
Pie de queso con maracuya $8.00
- Pasionfruit cheese cake
Tacos $8.00–$22.00
- Corn tortilla folded or rolled around a filling. A taco can be made with a variety of fillings, including beef, pork, chicken, seafood, vegetables and cheese.

Portlander Long Bone Op Rib $9.50 per 100gm
- Free range prime Hereford rib from Hawkes Bay, grassfed and left on the bone. Please ask for today’s cuts.
Breads $9
- Crusty ciabatta loaf filled with rich garlic butter
Hand cut fries, truffle oil, parmigiano $10
Flat white $4.5
Seafood Chowder $18
- Selection of seafood, seasonal vegetables, crusty fresh bread
Wakanui Eye Fillet 200gm $38
- 90 day grain finished, Angus and Hereford free range Canterbury cattle
Latte $4.5
Cajun Fish Burger $20
- Pan seared cajun skin on tarakihi, Aro Bakery brioche bun, cos leaves, fresh tomato, red onion, tartare sauce. Served with agria potato skins

Nachos $17.00
- Chicken and black beans on nacho chips, served with cheese, guacamole and sour cream.
Available from 7:30am to 2:00pm
Milkshakes $5.00
- A choice of: chocolate, coffee, caramel, banana, lime, vanilla, strawberry, raspberry, creaming soda, cookies and cream.
Curly Fries $8.00
- Served with aioli and tomato sauce.
Soup of the Day $11.00
- Served with toast, check out the board to see what's on offer today.
Salmon Scramble $15.50
- Scrambled eggs and salmon served with toast.
Available from 7:30am to 2:00pm
Toasted Muesli $11.00
- Served with rhubarb compote and greek yoghurt.

Cheese stuffed crust $3.90
Onion rings $3.50
Cookies & cream mousse $3.50
Italiano $8.90
- Spicy pepperoni, cabanossi, mushroom, capsicum, olives and melting mozzarella with garlic & oregano seasoning
Garlic bread $3.50
Dipping sauces $0.50
- Choose from: tomato, BBQ, aioli, sweet chilli, american mustard
Hash bites $3.50
Choose from: Hash bites/ Large fries/ Garlic bread/ Onion rings/ Soft drinks 1.5L $6.00

Pie of the day $12.00
- served with brown sauce and salad
Eggs Benedict $17.00
- maple cured ham, toasted muffin withhollandaise
Breakfast burger $21.00
- sausage, egg, bacon, smoked tomato relish & black pudding hash brown
Charcuterie Board for two $23.00
- selection of speciality deli meats, olives, house relish, cheese and fresh breads
Potato & Herb Rosti $19.00
- smoked salmon, potato & herb rosti, tomato and caper dressing
Cheese board $18.00
- selection of three cheeses, house chutney, jelly and crackers
Please see our cabinet for other food items and ask one of our friendly staff for details on our pie, cheeses, meats and accompanying chutneys of the day.
Chicken liver pate $13.00
- withport jelly, toasted ciabatta

Bacon & Egg $4.20
Steak & Bacon $4.20
Steak $4.20
Steak & Cheese $4.20
Steak & Mushroom $4.20
Sausage Rolls $2.00
Pasties N/A
Steak & Kidney $4.20

The Smoked Bos Taurus Burger $25.00
- Beef Pattie, Smoked Cheddar, Caramelised Onion, Tomato, Lettuce & Aioli in a Sundried Tomato Pandoro Bun w Shoestring Fries
Garden Salad $8.00
- w House dressing
Honey Roasted Veges $8.00
- Pumpkin, Kumara, parsnip & Carrot
Mushroom Sauce $2.00
Today's Catch $29.00
- Server to advise what the Sea provided
Seared Scallops & Chorizo $19.00
- On Apple Fennel Remoulde w Sherry Reduction
Dijon Mustard $2.00
Portobello Mushroom $25.00
- Free Range grown in New Zealand

Assorted jams
- spreads, dips and condiments
Assorted fresh juice
- selection including orange, grapefruit, tomato and apple
Seasonal fresh fruits featuring melons
- oranges and pineapples, as well as a variety of fruit compotes & fresh whole fruits
Whitby’s Breakfast Special of the Day
- Oven-baked rindless smoked bacon, breakfast sausages, scrambled eggs Sautéed mushrooms, grilled tomatoes, hash browns, baked beans and spaghetti
Cereal selection of Muesli
- Cornflakes, All Bran, Rice and Weet-Bix
Omelette
- with your choice of fillings from mushrooms, tomatoes, onions, cheese, bacon, ham and capsicum
Assorted flavours of yoghurt, milk and soy milk
Bircher muesli
- porridge with fresh cream

El Matador

Wellington Region > Wellington > El Matador

Address

196 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand

Phone

043812999

Email

restaurant@elmatador.co.nz

Opened hours

Monday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM, Tuesday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM, Wednesday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM, Thursday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM, Friday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM, Saturday: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM, Sunday: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Price

$30 - $50

Type

None

Service

Table Service

Cuisine

Argentine , Argentinian , Gluten Free , Grill , Latin American , South American , Spanish

Features

EFTPOS , Takeaway , Wheelchair accessible , Reservations , After-hours , Craft Beer , Breakfast , Waitstaff , Cash , Groups , Lunch , Seating , Shared Plates , Cards accepted , Special Occasion Dining , Serves Alcohol , Dinner , Child-friendly , Outdoor Seating , Full Bar

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El Matador in Wellington Menu

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El Matador

Wellington Region > Wellington > El Matador

Address

Phone

Email

Opened hours

Price

Type

Service

Cuisine

Features

196 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand

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