The Esplanade Restaurant in Dunedin Menu

BREAKFAST MENU BREAKFAST MENU
  • Toasted ciabatta, jam $7.50
  • Granola, seasonal fruit, yoghurt $12.00
  • Bruschetta $9.00
    • mixed mushroom
  • Crisp fried calzone, ham, mozzarella $12.00
  • Toasted sweet fruit panetone, seasonal fruit, mascarpone $16.90
  • Uova al forno, skillet baked eggs with spinach, smoked scamorza cheese, tomato $18.50
  • Uova al forno, skillet baked eggs with chorizo, potato, mushroom, tomato $18.50
  • Esplanade Breakfast $19.00
    • sage-fried eggs, prosciutto cotto, roast tomato, havoc pork & fennel sausage
  • Scrambled free range eggs, havoc pork & fennel sausages, basil oil, toasted ciabatta $17.00
  • Pizza Atomica $22.00
    • tomato, mozzarella, red onion, cracked egg, speck
  • Panino Toastie $12.00
    • prosciutto cotto, piccanti, pesto, mozzarella
  • Panino Toastie $12.00
    • aubergine, provolone, pesto
  • Panino Toastie $12.00
    • mushroom, provolone, truffle oil
ANTIPASTI ANTIPASTI
  • Calamari Fritti $16.00
    • fried calamari, gremolata
  • Pork and porcini meatballs, chickpea cream $12.00
  • Antipasto $25.00
    • cured meat, cheese, olives, bread
  • Antipasto $25.00
    • fried seafood, braised shellfish, baccala mantecato, olives, bread
  • Olives, grissini $8.00
  • Fried sardines, onion pickle, pinenuts $12.00
  • Arancini $10.00
    • pea, saffron, mozzarella
  • Crocchette $11.00
    • potato, salami, mozzarella
  • Zuppa Di Pesce Del Pescatore $15.00
    • fishermans soup
  • Pepata Di Cozze $14.00
    • mussels, clams, white wine, peppercorn, lemon
  • Bruschetta $9.00
    • proscuitto cotto, ham, mozzarella
  • Bruschetta $9.00
    • baccala mantecato, whipped salt cod
  • Crisp calzone, aubergine, mozzarella, tomato sauce $13.00
  • Pork and beef meatballs, tomato sauce $12.00
BREAD BREAD
  • Bread Basket $9.00
  • Pizza, garlic, rosemary $12.00
  • Pizza, tomato, oregano, garlic $15.00
PASTA PASTA
  • Pappardelle $26.00
    • braised lamb shoulder, mushroom
  • Scialiatelli $25.00
    • paolo's recipe havoc pork sausage ragu, tomato, ricotta
  • Tagliolini Zafferano $24.00
    • mussels, clams, white wine, garlic, parsley
  • Lasagne $24.00
    • beef ragu
  • Gnocchi $23.00
    • rocket, tomato, parmigiano
  • Ravioli $23.00
    • spinach, ricotta, sage butter
  • Risotto $24.00
    • cherry tomato, zucchini, aubergine
  • Cannelloni $23.00
    • pumpkin, mushroom, bechamel sauce
PIZZA / RED PIZZA / RED
  • Napoletana $23.00
    • tomato, mozzarella, anchovy, caper
  • Capricciosa $24.00
    • mozzarella, mushroom, artichoke, ham, olive
  • Margherita $21.00
    • mozzarella, tomato, basil oil
  • Quattro Stagioni $24.00
    • ham, artichoke, mushroom, anchovy, olive
  • Piccanti $23.00
    • tomato, mozzarella, spicy salami
  • Frutti Di Mare $23.00
    • calamari, mussel, octopus, clam
  • Prosciutto $24.00
    • crudo di parma, rocket, mozzarella
PIZZA / WHITE PIZZA / WHITE
  • - Add parmigiana reggiano $3.00
  • - Add mozzarella di bufala $5.00
  • - Add venison salami available $3.50
  • Quattro Formaggi $25.00
    • gorgonzola, mozzarella, emmental, edammer
  • Ortolana $24.00
    • aubergine, capsicum, mozzarella, ricotta
  • Calabrese $24.00
    • spicy 'nduja piccanti, capsicum, mozzarella
  • Popeye $23.00
    • spinach, mozzarella, parmigiano
  • Salsiccia $24.00
    • havoc pork and fennel sausage, mushroom, truffle oil, mozzarella
  • Salmone $24.00
    • cured salmon, mozzarella di buffala, rucala, balsamico
SIDES SIDES
  • French fries, garlic, parsley $8.00
  • Green leaves $7.00
  • Patata Al Forno $9.00
    • roast potato, garlic, evo
  • Wood-roast beetroot, mozzarella, lardons, balsamic $11.00
  • Caprese $15.00
    • bufala di mozzarella, tomato, basil
  • Insalata Rucala $12.00
    • rocket, pear, pecorino, walnut
  • Ciabatta $3.00
FORMAGGI FORMAGGI
  • Pecorino, honey $14.00
  • Gorganzola, pear $14.00
DESSERT DESSERT
  • Cannoli, ice-cream $8.00
  • Butterscotch creme pot $8.00
  • Baked lemon cheese slice, thyme roasted grapes $8.00
  • Dark chocolate torta, mascarpone, cherries $8.00
  • Tiramisu $8.00
  • Knickerbooker glory $13.00
  • Tartufo, vanilla & chocolate ice - cream, shot of espresso $11.00
  • Caffe corretto, espresso-grappa $10.00

Nearby Sample Menus

  • Fresh Tofu Salad $9.50
  • Salmon Steak $16.00
  • Gyoza $6.50
    • fried or steamed dumplings
  • Ika Squid $12.00
  • Sirloin Steak $15.50
  • Chicken Teriyaki with mushrooms $15.90
  • Teriyaki Tofu served with plain rice $15.00
  • Curry Udon/Ramen $10.00
    • with chicken
  • 13 Margherita [V]. *(GF)
    • Tomato base, mozzarella and oregano
  • - M $17.20
  • - Ice Cream Cup (One Scoop)
  • 1. Select a Main
  • - Tortellini
  • Spaghetti Calabrese E 14.50 / M 17.90
    • Italian-style salami, red capsicum, olives, onion and chilli in a Napoletana sauce
  • -S $12.80
  • Bruschetta (V) $14.40
    • A rustic style mixture of fresh tomato, red onion, and fresh basil, topped with balsamic glaze and shaved parmesan cheese on a homemade pizza base
  • Bacon Chicken Chompa $6.30
    • A crispy all meat chicken patty partnered with bacon, cheese, tomato, lettuce and mayo, delivered on a plain bun.
  • Baconator $10.20
    • Introducing the meaty masterpiece. Four strips of New Zealand manuka smoked bacon, two Quality Mark sourced fresh beef patties, natural cheese, and topped with mayo and ketchup on a premium toasted bun. Carnivores rejoice!
  • Frosty Parfait $5.90
    • A decadent way to finish your meal. We have created the ultimate dessert: A fusion of cool creamy Frosty and chocolate cookie pieces. Also available in berry.
  • M $4.10
  • M $3.40
  • Kids Meal Nuggets $5.90
    • Four pieces of juicy whole chicken breast, coated in a crispy crumb. Add your choice of fries or mandarin pieces and a range of drinks (soft drinks, Keri Kids Blackcurrant, CalciYum in three flavours or Pump 400ml) plus the kids toy.
  • Crispy Chicken Burger $3.50
    • A tender breaded chicken patty topped with crisp lettuce and creamy mayo
  • V $3.10
  • Extras
  • - Mushrooms $3.00
  • Panko crumbed calamari $14.00
    • with lemon aioli - or as main with salad and fries $22.00
  • Grilled salmon fillet on a handmade potato cake $20.00
    • with homemade relish, lime hollandaise & salad
  • - Salmon $4.50
  • Croissant $8.50
    • toasted with ham, cheese & tomato
  • Creamy shrimp & fish chowder $14.00
  • Up of the day $10.50
    • with lightly toasted ciabatta
  • Licorice Gelato $5.00
    • 2015 Silver Award winning Gelato from Gellicious Gelato. If you are Hell bent on Licorice - this is for you. Contains Gluten and Dairy. 180ml tub - share it or smash it yourself
  • Envy $16.00 / $8.00
    • Salami, Ham, Onions, Mushrooms, Pineapple and Bacon. Made with 100% free range ingredients (Double / Snack)
  • Wrath $16.00 / $8.00
    • Pepperoni, Onion, Capsicum, Tomatoes, Chilli. Optional Kalamata Olives, Jalapeno Peppers and Anchovies. Made with 100% free range ingredients (Double / Snack)
  • Creator $16.00 / $8.00
    • Create Your Own Masterpiece Up To 8 Toppings. Made with 100% free range ingredients (Double / Snack)
  • Pride $16.00 / $8.00
    • Onions, Mushrooms, Capsicum, Tomatoes and Pineapple. Optional Kalamata Olives, Garlic, Jalapeno Peppers (Double / Snack)
  • Squid Rings $5.00
    • A dozen crumbed rings of calamari with a dip of your choice
  • Prawn Horns $7.50
    • 6 whole Prawns seasoned with coriander and green onions rolled in a crispy wonton style pastry..with your choice of dip
  • Spirit $9.50
    • Mushrooms, Chicken and Bacon, Mixed Through A Garlic Cream Sauce. Served On Spinach Fettuccine
  • Gluten free bread $2.50
  • Portobello Mushrooms $ 22.50
    • Pan-fried portobello mushrooms, tomato, spinach and pine nuts, topped with hollandaise sauce and feta cheese. Served on toasted ciabatta (OR)(V)
  • Eggs Benedict Poached free-range eggs on toast topped with hollandaise. Served with $20.50
    • local streaky bacon (OR)
  • Buttermilk Pancakes FtufIy pancakes served with $18.50
    • blueberry compote, banana and maple syrup
  • Raw Muesli $15.50
    • Made for the health conscious, A mixture of dried fruits, nuts and oats. Served with coconut & almond milk and fresh banana or blueberry compote
  • Buttermilk Pancakes FtufIy pancakes served with $18.50
    • blueberry compote, citrus crème and lemon syrup
  • Roast Vegetable Salad $13.50
    • pumpkin, kumara, carrot, beetroot, potato, spinach, teta, pine nut, balsamic sauce (GF)(V) >>
  • Portobello mushrooms $4.50
  • Kids meals come with either fries/polenta chips or salad
  • Kids ice cream sundae with chocolate, berry or salted caramel $6.00
  • Spaghetti carbonara $27.00
    • bacon, egg & parmesan with a creamy sauce
  • Margherita $27.00
    • fresh basil & tomato
  • Pepperoni $27.00
  • Margherita $27.00
    • fresh basil & tomato
  • 12 Stack of ribs $38.00
    • with triple cooked fries & crunchy slaw
  • Pizza bread $10.00
    • with extra virgin olive oil, rock salt & rosemary
  • Steak Pita $11.5 Reg / $9.5 Petita
  • Garden Salad $8.9 Reg / $7.9 Petita
  • Chicken Caesar Pita $11.5 Reg / $9.5 Petita
  • Roast Lamb Pita $11.5 Reg / $9.5 Petita
  • Chicken Crave Salad $12.5 Reg / $10.5 Petita
  • Chicken Breast Pita $10.9 Reg / $8.9 Petita
  • Steak Salad $11.9 Reg / $9.9 Petita
  • The Family Feast $40.00
  • add your choice of either
  • Muesli Jar $11.50
    • Crunchy Toasted Granola with Natural Yogurt, Fruit Compote, Coconut, Almonds & Cocoa Nibs
  • 5 Spice Fried Chicken $7.50
  • Streaky Bacon OR Smoked Salmon OR Haloumi, topped with loads of Hollandaise $16.50
  • Deluxe Bacon Buttie Bagel $9.50
    • Streaky Bacon, Swiss Cheese, Tomato, Mesclun, and lashings of Kiki's Sweet & Tangy Mayo
  • Kiki's Poutine $9.50
    • The classic greasy spoon delicacy - Salt 'n' Pepper Fries, topped with Lashings of Gravy & Melted Swiss Cheese
  • Frenchie $8.50
    • Ham, Swiss Cheese, Wholegrain Mustard, in a Grilled Baguette
  • Basil Pesto $2.00
  • Vegetarian $6.9
    • with cafe made hummus and organic salad
  • Vegetable Herbed Sausages $9.9
    • in a rye roll with mustard relish and organic salad
  • Ham $7.9
    • with mustard and organic salad
  • French Toasted Sandwich $16
    • with banana, pecans, bacon and maple sauce
  • Please ask for gluten-free cake on slice if it is not in the cabinet $5.5/$6.5
  • Porridge $10
    • with currants and dairy free coconut yogurt topped with agave maple syrup, banana and seeds served with apple juice soy er almond milk
  • Vegetarian $6.9
    • with cafe made hummus and organic salad
  • Please ask for vegan cake if it is not in the cabinet $5.5/$6.5
  • Aloo Pakoda (6 Pcs) $6.00
    • bite size pieces of potatoes crisp fried in a light chickpea batter
  • Vegetable Samosa (2 Pcs) $6.00
    • flaky pastry, filled with diced potatoes, peas and cumin seed, then fried golden brown
  • Barra Kebab (5 Pcs) $14.00
    • tender lamb tenderloin pieces marinated in spices and cooked to perfection in tandoor
  • Seasonal Sauteed Vegetables (No Rice) $10.00
    • fresh seasonal vegetables stir fried in butter
  • Poppadoms (2 Pieces) $2.00
  • Fish Tikka (5 Pcs) $15.00
    • morsels of filleted fish marinated in yoghurt, mustard oil and spices, skewered and cooked on the tandoor
  • Roti $2.00
    • unleavened wholemeal flour bread baked in the tandoor
  • Reshmi Kebab (5 Pcs) $12.00
    • fillets of chicken marinated in yoghurt, crushed cashews, white pepper, cheese, fresh ground spices, then cooked in the tandoor
  • Beef with seasoned vegetables $15.00
  • BBQ Pork with Vegetables $15.00
  • Spicy and Sour Jelly Fish $9.00
  • Beef with Black Pepper on Hot Plate18.00
  • Chicken in Black Bean Sauce $16.00
  • Chicken with Cashew Nuts
  • Vegetable Dish $15.00
  • WONGGOK Chicken and Egg Soup $4.00/$10.00/$15.00
  • 4. Karaage chicken $9.00
    • crispy chicken -6 pcs
  • 31. Salmon sashimi
  • 18. Chicken katsu Curry $16.00
  • 34. Tuna nigiri
  • 26. Salmon sushi
  • 32. Salmon nigiri
  • 17. Chicken katsu $15.00
  • - From 2 pcs $4.50
  • Served 9am to 2pm
  • Eggs Benedict
    • Poached free range eggs served on toasted homemade bread with hollandaise sauce. Gluten free bread available
  • Pancakes $14.00
    • Plain, served with your choice of up to 3 of the following: bacon; grilled or fresh banana, berries; tee-cream; cream; yoghurt, maple syrup; chocolate sauce
  • Eggs As You Like $9.00
    • Free Range eggs served on toasted homemade bread, poached, scrambled, or fried
  • -Salmon $16.50
  • -Bacon $15.50
  • -Cream Cheese, Tomato And Pesto $9.00
  • Toasted Bagel
    • Served with
  • Affogato $13
    • Kapiti Vanilla Bean Ice Cream Covered With An Espresso Shot, Enhanced With Your Choice of Liqueur
  • Cheesecake du Jour $13
    • Manhattan Baked In House, Served With Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
  • Tea and Coffee with Biscotti $7
  • Chocolat Pot De Creme $13
    • One Heck of a Deep, Dark, Sinfully Decadent Baked Chocolate Custard
  • Mediterranean $18
    • Tomatoes, Cucumber, Red Onion & Marinated Feta, With Capsicum Kalamata & Green Olives, Seasoned with Oregano & Olive Oil. Add chicken $22
  • Tuscan Beef Ragu $22
    • Braised Beef In Red Wine With Tomato, Oregano, Rosemary & Shaved Parmesan
  • Inferno $22
    • Smoked Capsicum with Confit Garlic, Braised Tomato, Fresh Chili & Shaved Parmesan
  • Croque-Monsieur $18
    • Havoc Bacon With Grilled Brie Cheese, Béchamel Sauce On Toasted Ciabatta, Served with French Fries & Side Salad
The Esplanade Restaurant

The Esplanade Restaurant

location

Address

250 Forbury Road, Saint Clair, Dunedin, Otago, 9012, New Zealand

phone

Phone

034562544

clock

Opened hours

Monday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM, Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM, Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM, Thursday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM, Friday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM, Saturday: 8:30 AM – 10:00 PM, Sunday: 8:30 AM – 10:00 PM
price range

Price

$20 - $30

type

Type

None

service level

Service

Table Service

cuisine

Cuisine

European , Gluten Free , Italian , Pizza , Vegan , Vegetarian

features

Features

Mastercard ,  Takeaway ,  Visa ,  Wheelchair accessible ,  Business meetings ,  After-hours ,  Breakfast ,  Waitstaff ,  Takeout ,  Wine and Beer ,  Cash ,  Groups ,  Lunch ,  Bar Scene ,  Seating ,  Highchairs Available ,  Drinks ,  Brunch ,  Free Wifi ,  Cards accepted ,  Disabled Friendly ,  Special Occasion Dining ,  Serves Alcohol ,  Dinner ,  Child-friendly ,  Outdoor Seating ,  Full Bar ,  Cash only

Location
250 Forbury Road, Saint Clair, Dunedin, Otago, 9012, New Zealand