Oceano Restaurant at Rutherford Hotel in Nelson Menu -

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Selection of Breads $8.00
- Dukkah, Dips and Nelson Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Soup of the Day $13.00
- Served with Fresh Bread Roll
Scallops $22.00
- Cauliflower, Green Apple & Caramel Salad, Bacon and Curry Oil
Octopus $16.50
- Black Olive Aioli, Capers and Brioche Crumbs and Nasturtium
Baked Mussels $15.50
- With Parmesan, Verjus, Prosciutto and Parsley
Slow Roasted Beetroot $15.00
- Quark, Caraway and Truffle Honey
Seafood Chowder $15.50
- With Garlic Croutons
Prawn Gyoza $17.00
- Lemongrass, Coriander, Lime, Ginger and Soy

Tofu and Pumpkin Ravioli $24.00
- Quinoa, Wilted Spinach and Cashew Nut Dressing
Fish & Chips $28.50
- Hand Cut Chips, Lemon and Tartar Sauce
Bouillabaisse $38.00
- Prawns, Mussels, Market Fish, Crab and Rouille
Crisp Skin Snapper $35.00
- Pork Belly, Parsley Purée and Brown Butter Crumbs
Big Eye Tuna $39.00
- Lemon Purée, Puffed Quinoa and Braised Lentils
John Dory $39.00
- Mutton Bird Cannelloni, Artichoke, Pickled Mustard Seeds and Fried Hens Yolk
Veal Fillet $39.00
- Bone Marrow Crust, Roast Carrots, Shallots and Bordelaise Sauce
Lamb Lion $39.00
- Confit Belly, Black Pudding Dumpling, Rosemary and Pomegranate Molasses

Roasted Vegetables $7.00
- Glazed in Manuka Honey and Thyme
Green Beans $7.00
- Butter and Soft Herbs
Garden Salad $7.00
- Mustard Dressing
Potatoes $7.00
- Sea Salt, Parsley and Butter
Fries $7.00
- Sea Salt

White and Dark Chocolate Mousse $15.00
- With Espresso
Peanut Mousse $15.00
- Chocolate Crumbs, Apricot and Lavender
Tasting of Jaffa $15.00
- Crème Brulée, Macaroon, Bon Bon Jaffa Soil and Cream
Baileys Brulée $15.00
- With Anzac Finger
Selection of Local Cheeses $20.00
- Quince and Crackers
Selection of Ice Creams $ 7.00

Rakau Blue N/A
- A decadent creamy, mild blue cheese with a soft texture. Not a strong blue, but is beautiful to eat. This cheese is made using vegetarian rennet so is perfect for vegetarians.
Urbock N/A
- Wangapeka’s Urbock is a creamy, semi-soft cheese infused with the flavour of Nelson Bays Brewery Urbock Beer. Another of our earthy, savoury tasting cheeses.
Matariki N/A
- Matariki is a beautiful cheese coated with garlic, spices and herbs which form a jacket that infuses flavour through the cheese. This delicious tasting cheese is creamy, aromatic and delightfully spicy.
Tui N/A
- Tui is an aged cheese with a smooth texture and sweet aromatic flavours that delicately linger on the palate.

Three course $75.00
- Amuse Bouche: Scallops, Cauliflower, Green Apple & Caramel Salad, Bacon and Curry Oil OR Slow Roasted Beetroot Quark, Caraway and Truffle Honey. Intermezzo: Big Eye Tuna, Lemon Purée, Puffed Quinoa and Braised Lentils OR Veal Fillet Bone Marrow Crust, Roast Carrots, Shallots and Bordelaise Sauce. Peanut Mousse, Chocolate Crumbs and Apricot and Lavender OR Tasting of Jaffa, Crème Brulée, Macaroon, Bon Bon, Jaffa Soil and Cream. Coffee and Selection of Teas.

Nearby Sample Menus

Marlborough Green Lipped Mussels $23.00
- W/ grilled ciabatta bread & your choice of either: W/ white wine, garlic & cream sauce w/ fresh herbs & lemon or W/ chorizo & a chilli & tomato broth
Fresh Fruit & Yoghurt $10.00
Salt & Pepper Squid $15.50
- W/ paprika, aioli & lemon wedge
BBQ Chicken Pizza $10.00
Meat Cravers $22.00
- Italian sausage, pepperoni, manuka smoked bacon, honey roasted ham, salami w/ BBQ sauce
The Styx Big Breakfast $18.00
- Grilled bacon, sausages, sauteed potatoes, baked beans, tomato, free range eggs & toasted ciabatta
Tomato & Cheese Pizza $10.00
Caesar Salad $13.00
- Cos lettuce, anchovies, soft egg, crispy bread, bacon & parmesan - W/ chicken or salmon $17.00

Affogato, expresso, vanilla bean ice cream, sng shot ''rose rabbit'' orange liqueur'' $16.00
Lamb pancakes, spiced slow cooked lamb, lettuce, tzatziki, fresh flipped curly kale pancakes $25.00
Urban chips, caramelised onion & roast garlic aioli $11.00
Bloody Mary Oyster Shot $9.00
Miso charred aubergine, butternut puree, tagorashi rice crisps, pickled green tomatoes $24.00
Black forest floor, cherry sorbet, chocolate marquise $13.00
New orleans southern fried fish tacos, cocktail sauce, jalapeno salsa & urban slaw $20.00
''Jalapeno poppers'' from the farm, mozzarella fondue, herb crumb $4.50 ea

Caprese salad - tomato, mozzarella and basil, with red onion, kalamata olives and crostini $19.00
Lemon posset with cassis sorbet and ginger snap $14.00
Hokey pokey semifreddo with hard shell dark chocolate melt and vanilla cone $14.00
Garlic and herb buttered hot ciabatta $7.00
Affogato $14.50
- with liqueur
Creamy seafood chowder with grilled ciabatta $17.00
Chocolate truffle $4.50
Cider tempura battered gurnard with fries, tartare and slaw $25.00

BK CHICKEN NUGGETS X 3 KIDS MEAL
- Our bite-sized BK Chicken Nuggets are tender and juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside. Coated in a flavorful tempura style batter, they are perfect for dipping in any of our delicious dipping sauces
TRIPLE CHEESEBURGER
- Three delicious, signature flame-grilled beef patties topped three slices of melted cheese, crinkle cut pickles, yellow mustard, and ketchup on a toasted sesame seed bun. Add a regular fries and regular soft drink to make it a value meal
MORNING KICK-START
- The breakfast that’s perfect if you’re on the go and need a quick fix. One Bacon and Egg Muffin, one Cheeseburger, and one small Hash Bites will kick-start your morning the delicious way. Plus, add any regular hot drink for just $1.50
BIG BK BREKKIE
- We called it that for a reason: with fresh scrambled eggs, two sausages, an English Muffin with soft melted butter, small Hash Bites and any regular hot drink; it’s a mouthful all right
NUGGETS
- Made with 100% chicken breast from our mates at Ingham, our bite-sized BK Chicken Nuggets are tender and juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside. Coated in a flavorful tempura style batter, they are perfect for dipping in any of our delicious dipping sauces. Nugget packs include 3, 6, 9 and 12 packs. Add a regular fries and regular soft drink to make it a value meal
LONG BBQ BEEF RODEO
- Now with a long bun for double the taste! Flame-grilled beef topped with melted cheese, crispy onion rings, creamy mayo and smoky, smoky BBQ sauce. Available for a limited time at participating restaurants
ONION RINGS
- Served hot and crispy, our golden Onion Rings are the perfect treat
SAUSAGE BENE
- Our NEW Sausage Bene is a combination of a sizzling sausage patty, freshly cooked egg, our signature streaky bacon, melted cheese, creamy Kato hollandaise sauce and nestled inside a warm English muffin. Start the day the right way at BK

Mixed S $8.8 / L $11.9
Add cheese $1.00
Lamb S $9.2 / L $11.8
Fries $4.90
Add salad $2.80
Falafel S $8.7 / L $11.7
Garlic yoghurt/honey mustard/mint/sour cream/bbq/mayo/tomato/satay/aioli/(chilli) sweet, mild, hot/butter chicken
Kids sizes $4.90

Marmite Mania $4.00
Signature Kids $5.00 per head
Garden Pita $8.5 Reg / $7.5 Petita
Garden Salad $8.9 Reg / $7.9 Petita
- 8 Pack $7.90
Chick n Fala Salad $12.5 Reg / $10.5 Petita
Roast Beef Pita $10.9 Reg / $8.9 Petita
Brave Beef $5.00

Mushroom Medley $18.00
- A mix of mushrooms, roasted garlic, mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, marinara tomato sauce topped with fresh basil.
Sausage Lasagna $23.00
- Our lasagna is baked twice to allow the flavors to meld together. Fresh pasta sheets, our signature marinara tomato sauce, ricotta and mozzarella cheese, roasted red capsicums, italian sausage locally made by Raeward Fresh, and topped with pesto and Parmesan. Comes with side salad.
Buller $22.00
- Built for those wanting a hearty pizza! Pepperoni, locally made Italian sausage, ham, spicy jalapenos, mozzarella & marina sauce.
Waimea $22.00
- Lavendar & Rosemary accent smoked chicken, red onions, feta and mozzarella cheese with fresh tomatoes on a extra virgin olive oil and garlic base.
Chocolate Mousse $9.00
- Our rich and decadent chocolate mousse is made fresh in house!
Funghi Town $21.00
- Olive oil and garlic base, slices of brie, mix of mushrooms, parmesan, and a drizzle of truffle oil
Californian $19.00
- Bursting with flavor from an olive oil and garlic base, fresh tomatoes, sundried tomatoes, feta and mozzarella cheeses, capers & topped with fresh oregano.
Chips and Salsa $5.00
- Corn chips with fresh made tomato salsa (tomato, onion, jalpeno, coriander, garlic)

Butter milk panna cotta,berry cider jelly and boysenberry compote. $12.00
300g. scotch fillet.mushroom taragon sauce,crispy potatoes and slaw.(gf) $34.50
Crumbed fish tortilla , avokado,tomato and fennel slaw. $22.50
Crispy agrias,rosemary and aioli. $8.00
Aoraki salmon house smoked nicoise style salad.(gf). $29.50
Baileys affogato with vanilla ice cream and almond biscotti. $12.00
Shoestring fries and homemade tomato sauce $8.00
- watties sauce available upon request
Dark chocolate and rich porter mousse with honey comb. $12.00

Samosa V $8.50
- Eight crisp spicy vegetarian pastries served with sweet chilli sauce.
V = Vegan / GF = Gluten Free
Red or Green Curry GF / V
- ( mild, medium, hot ) available with your choice of:
-Seafood or Prawns $13.50
Stir Fried Yellow curry GF / V
- With bamboo shoots, bean curd, peas & red pepper. Available with:
Rad Na V
- Rice noodles topped with vegetables & light gravy. Available with:
Poh Pieh Puck Thod V $8.50
- Eight vegetarian mini spring rolls served with sweet chilli sauce.
Street Noodle Soup $11.00
- Noodle soup version of the Street Noodle dish listed above.

Seafood $19.00
Chicken $10.00
Chicken, Pork, Beef, Vegetarian $16.50
N2. Pad See Eiw
- Flat white rice noodles stir fried in our combination of herbs, fresh seasonal vegetables and soy sauce, one of our favourite Asian dishes, with your choice of
S1. Tom Yum
- A mildly spiced broth, infused with lemongrass, galanga, tamarind and ginger, the most famous of Poppy Thais’ soups
Roti (great with curries) $2.50
E3. Gai Satay $7.50
- Grilled lightly marinated chicken skewers served with Poppy Thai’s renowned peanut sauce
C6. Kaeng Penang
- Traditional thick curry from Southern Thailand with alluring combination of fresh seasonal vegetables, garden fresh lime leaves and coconut milk simmered with your choice of

Potato Rosti And Smoked Salmon Stack $22.75
- Potato rosti, hot smoked salmon, fresh green beans poached egg and hollandaise sauce, garnished withhomemade seafood sausage and tomato
Smoked Seafood Chowder $18.50
- Served with toasted french bread
Open Focaccia Sandwich $19.25
- Our own fresh baked focaccia with bacon, egg, avocado spread, tomato, onion jam and brie
Kids Flapjacks $9.50
- Two pancakes served with crisp bacon, banana and maple syrup
Beef Wellington $27.95
- Beef fillet (mr) wrapped in pastry with portobello mushroom & herb farce, gourmet potatoes, green salad with béarnaise sauce, jus
Home Made Pizza Wedge $8.50
- With ham, cheese, tomato and salad leaves
Rindless Bacon $5.00
Seafood Salad $23.75
- Prawn cutlets, marinated fish, poached salmon with fresh salad leaves and lemongrass and chilli dressing

Breads & dips (pull apart loaf) $20.00
- With a trio of in house dips
Eggs benedict $18.00
- Crispy ham on a savoury scone & lightly drizzled with traditional hollandaise sauce
Eggs florentine $18.00
- Crispy ham & spinach on a savoury scone & lightly drizzled with traditional hollandaise sauce
Seafood $35/$68
- Prawn twisters (2), salt & pepper calamari (4), crumbed scallops (2), prawns (2), crumbed mussels (2), battered fish (2), smoked salmon (2) shelled mussels (2) scallops (2) – served with a dipping sauce.
Poached pears $15.00
- Poached in a mixture of red wine, cinnamon, vanilla and star anise served with kapiti vanilla ice cream and a honey mascarpone
Fettucine carbonara $20.00
- Pasta, smoked bacon, mushrooms & onions, tossed in cream & folded in fettuccine, finished with egg yolk & parmesan cheese
Open chicken sandwich $19.00
- Poached chicken breast in a creamy white wine sauce, placed on top of crisp salad greens with cherry tomatoes on toasted garlic ciabatta bread, with crispy fries
Garlic ciabatta $6.00
- In house bread with garlic & herb butter

SPARK SMOKED (4p) SALMON (with Fish Roe) $7.00
SQUID NIGIRI (3p) $7.00
- Assorted Sushi & Sashimi (9pc)
SPARK TUNA ROLL $7.00
- (with Fish Roe) (4p)
SHRIMP TEMPURA (6p) $20.50
- Entree (edamame, salad, octopus ball)
- Vegetable Tempura (5pc)
JAPANESE CURRY
- Mild taste Japanese curry with vegetables

Welsh Rarebit open sandwich, caramelised onion & chilli jam $11.9
- add crispy bacon bites $14.9
Platter of all 3 with fries $25.0
Braised pork belly $28.9
- lentils, pickled berries, salsa verde and buttered greens
Roasted mushroom scotch eggs $15.9
- with caramelised onion & chilli jam
Margherita Pizza $12.0
- Cheese and tomato pizza
Chicken caesar salad with bacon $22.9
- soft egg, cos lettuce, parmesan and caesar dressing
Mozzarella & house gravy $10.9
Beef Brisket $29.9
- mustard butter, polenta chips, radish & beetroot salad and red wine jus

Rape Con Pipirrana $14.00
- Grilled Monkfish topped with a vinaigrette julienne of tomatoes, capsicum, garlic, onion and herbs.
Solomillo de Buey $35.00
- Pure Angus eye fillet steak served to your liking with a blue cheese sauce, hand cut fries and salad.
Brocheta de Chorizo y Queso $12.00
- Grilled chorizo, haloumi and vegetable skewer.
Ensalada de Queso $22.00
- Grilled haloumi salad with falafel, kalamata olives,tomatoes, roast vegetables nuts and seasonal greens.
Higaditos Al Oporto $11.00
- Sauteed chicken livers with Port, garlic and herbs.
Pescado Con Patatas $21.00
- Fish and chips. An English classic also popular in 'The Costas': beer battered market fish with salad and hand cut fries. (Also grilled with no batter).
Rabo de Toro a la Cordobesa $12.00
- Braised Oxtail Cordoba style with wine raisins and orange peel.
Callos a la Madrileña $12.00
- Stewed tripe "Madrid style" with tomatoes and red wine.