Tender and delicious lamb shanks, oven roasted with Central thyme and garlic, topped with Ale House gravy and a mint glaze. Served on potato mash with fresh vegetables. Beer Match: I must say this dish is perfect with Speight's Porter.
Ophir Corn Fritters $19.80
Corn fritters made with a southern recipe served with streaky bacon and a refreshing tomato and coriander salsa. Beer Match: Everyone's favourite – have a Speight's Gold Medal as well.
Caesar Salad $19.80
The Ale House's spin on the traditional classic that has almost ingrained itself as a key part of the Kiwi dining scene. Cos lettuce, croutons, bacon, parmesan, anchovies, poached egg and our own caesar dressing. Add chicken: $23.60 Beer Match: The full flavours of Speight's Distinction Ale goes perfectly here.
The Highlander $00.00
Hearty 250g prime rib-eye, served with potato gratin, buttered seasonal vegetables topped with a rich beef jus and beer battered onion rings.
The Fillet $00.00
Rosemary infused eye fillet, chargrilled with bubble and squeak potatoes, baby carrots, green beans, a mushroom pastry puff and topped with tomato jam and rich jus. Beer Match: Tough choice here but I would have to recommend Speight's Distinction.
Beef Schnitzel $20.00
Beef schnitzel lightly crumbed, served with either mushroom sauce or Ale House gravy, fries and salad greens.
Catch of the Day $29.50
Allow our chefs to create for you a taste sensation using daily fresh fish from the markets. Please ask your waiter for today's inspiration. Beer Match: A glass of Speight's Pilsner is just great with fish.
Drunken Steak $29.90
250g of prime rump steak, cooked to your liking topped with your choice of either creamy mushroom sauce, roasted garlic sauce or green peppercorn sauce. Served with golden fries and fresh salad. Beer Match: Speight's Old Dark of course.
Golden tempura battered fish fillet with lettuce, tomato, onion, beetroot, cheese and tartare sauce in a garlic toasted bun. Served with fries >>
Beef Burger $14.00
Homemade beef patty with cheese, lettuce, tomato, beetroot, onion, mayo and relish in a mustard and garlic toasted bun. Served with fries. >>
Chicken Burger $14.00
Hand-crumbed chicken schnitzel in a garlic and mustard toasted bun with cheese, beetroot, tomato, lettuce, onion, mayo and relish. Served with fries. >>
Fish Fillet $14.00
Golden tempura battered fish fillet with lettuce, tomato, onion, beetroot, cheese and tartare sauce In a garlic toasted bun. Served with fries
Pasta $15.00
Chicken, bacon, onion, mushroom & baby spinach tossed with fettuccine, cooked in a creamy garlic sauce.
Thai Style Beef or Chicken Salad $15.00
Tender strips of grilled beef tossed with mesclun, red cabbage, carrots, coriander, mint, cherry tomatoes & red onions, with a Thai-style dressing.
Soup of the day $9.00
Chef's choice of fresh homemade soup served with garlic bread.
Steak Burger $14.00
Grilled minute steak with lettuce, tomato, beetroot, onion, caramelised onions, cheese & mayo In a toasted mustard and garlic bun. Served with fries >>