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    Because all our ingredients are fresh and many are imported,we cannot guarantee availability, but we do guarantee quality.

    SEAFOOD MEZEOysters SQAlways fresh, and only served when available.Six in a portion, but feel free to add

    White Anchovy Fillet R44Tangy white anchovy fillets in olive oil brine thatmakes the perfect ouzo partner

    Pickled Octopus R59Sliced octopus pickled in vinaigrette marinade

    White Bait R45A seafood meze, deep fried with shavings of onion

    Calamari R42The best Falkland calamari, grilled in ourtrade mark style with onion and garlic

    Calamari with Feta R48Grilled tubes stuffed with creamy feta and peppers

    Squid Heads R48Deep fried squid heads served with our peri periaioli sauce

    Baby Octopus R48Whole baby octopus grilled on an open flameand doused with an olive oil lemon dressing

    Sardines R39Two sardines, grilled with coarse salt theGreek island way

    Mussels Saganaki R65Sauteed in the shell with fresh tomato,white wine, feta and chilli

    Prawns R956 Queens, butterfly grilled in a light lemon butter

    Cod Goujons R69Thin slices of delicate cod prepared in batter,in traditional French fashion

    Line Fish in Foil R125Todays catch, filleted and steamed in a foil parcelwith mediterranean vegetables, olive oil and lemon

    VEGETARIAN MEZEMavromatika R29Colourful black eye bean meze

    Beetroot R29Sliced juicy beetroot bulbs, dressed with virginolive oil and vinegar

    Pikandiki R29Mixed cabbage salad, with carrots and peppersin a piquant dressing

    Jalapeos R26Slightly hot and very tasty

    Piperies R34Roasted peppers soaked in olive oil, vinegar and garlic

    Falafel R34Deep fried chick pea balls, a MiddleEastern favourite

    Dolmades R34A rice & herb filling parceled in steamed vine leaves

    Kolokithakia R34Deep fried baby marrows served with grated gruyre

    Htipiti R42Grilled feta in foil, with tomato, pepper and chilli

    Croquettes R42Feta and gruyre cheese croquettes

    Spring Souvlaki R36Mediterranean vegetables grilled on a skewerover an open flame

    Spanakopita R42Spinach and feta in a crispy phyllo pastry cigar

    Chick Pea and Fennel Antipasto R42Delicious combination of chick peas and fennel,with a hint of chilli

    Artichokes R42Sliced artichoke hearts and mozzarella, marinatedin olive oil, lemon juice and a hint of chilli

    DESSERTSBaklava R39Finely crushed nuts layered between crispy phyllopastry and drenched in a lemon zest and cinnamonsyrup

    Baklava and Ice Cream R49

    Traditional Yoghurt R39Extra thick Greek-style yoghurt, smothered withcrushed nuts and honey

    Rizogalo R39Vanilla scented rice pudding

    Bocconcini R69Mouthfulls of mozzarella, cherry tomato,fresh basil leaves & olive oil

    Mediterranean R69Rocket, cherry tomato, mixed peppers, gruyre,croutons, olive oil & balsamic

    Aegean R69Rocket, cos, cherry tomato, gruyre, radish,walnut, apple, carrots, dill, olive oil & lemon

    Dakos R55Barley rusks drizzled with olive oil, topped withgrated feta & tomato

    SALADSTraditional (Village) R59A typical basic village salad with tomato, cucumber,onion, feta, olives & olive oil

    Greek R55The classic Greek salad with lettuce, tomato,cucumber, onion, feta, olives & dressing

    Haloumi R59Lettuce, tomato, cucumber, onion, haloumi,olives & dressing

    Herb and Pita R45Lettuce, cherry tomato, onion, parsley, mint,toasted pita & olive oil

    * Half portions available at 75% of full portion price

    OLIVESCalamata R24The iconic olive from Calamata

    Throubes R24Salt dried calamata olives with a distinctwrinkled skin

    Colossal Black R24Large meaty black olives from the Volos region

    Colossal Green R24Large green olives from the Volos region

    CHEESESHaloumi R39Cypriot cheese served grilled or deep fried

    Feta R36Creamy feta drizzled with virgin olive oil and oregano

    Mahon R36A distinctive cows milk cheese produced on therocky island of Menorca in the Mediterranean Sea

    Manchego R39A Spanish sheeps milk cheese from La Mancha

    Mozzarella di Bufala R89Italian buffalo milk cheese with a delicate flavourthat can be enjoyed as is, or with olive oil, groundblack pepper and salt

    DIPSTzatziki R25The classic Greek dip-yoghurt, garlic, cucumberand dill

    Taramasalata R25A tangy cod roe blend, with a gentle seafood flavour

    Houmous R25A Middle Eastern favourite, made from blendedchickpeas, tahina, garlic and lemon juice

    Fava R25Split pea and cherry tomato dip from theromantic island of Santorini

    Melitzanosalata R25Roasted aubergine, finely chopped and blended ina light garlic dressing

    Tirosalata R25Creamy feta blended with fresh peppers and mild chilli

    Olive Tapenade R25The best calamata olives, pitted and diced into anappetizing spread

    ON THE SIDETraditional Pita R5Double layered Middle Eastern pocket pita bread

    Thin Pita R5Single layered flat Greek pita

    Pita Grissini R25Crispy fried pita wedges served with a chilli feta dip

    Chips R15

    Live the now...taste today at Mezepoli.

    Youre welcome.

    Grilled Halva R45Macedonian halva, grilled in foil with fresh apple slicesand sprinkled with cinnamon and fresh lemon juice

    Halva Ice Cream* R39Vanilla ice cream generously topped with halva shavings

    *Espress it R15Just add a shot of espresso to your ice cream...a recommended extra that you will agree is worth it!

    Ice Cream & Choc Sauce R35

    IN PITAYiro (Schwarma) R55

    Souvlaki Beef R55/ Chicken R52

    Chicken & Haloumi R59

    Sheftalia R55

    Haloumi R49

    Falafel R49

    Falafel & Haloumi R49

    MEAT MEZEJamon Serano R45Raw cured ham originating from the mountains of Spain

    Prosciutto R45Proudly Italian Parma ham, thinly sliced andserved with caper berries

    Chorizo R55Spicy Portuguese sausage seasoned with vinegar,garlic, cumin, oregano and chilies

    Chicken Livers R39Grilled plain or peri peri, these livers are arguablythe best youll ever have

    Chicken Wings R39Deliciously addictive with a delicate peri peri bite

    Keftethes R39Mammas home made meatballs

    Yiros R39Strips of beef schwarma

    Sheftalia R39Traditional Cypriot mince meatball delicacy

    Bifteki R55Also known as a Pljeskavica, a spicy mince pattymade the Macedonian way

    Soudsoukakia R45Spicy mince balls in tomato sugo, from theAnatolian coast of Smyrni

    Bekri Meze R55Cubes of beef fillet, sauted with fresh peppersand onion in a white wine sauce

    Souvlaki Beef R37

    Skewered fillet cubes, grilled on an open flameSouvlaki Chicken R35Skewered chicken cubes, grilled on an open fl ame

    Lamb Chops R98Three grilled loin cutlets, traditionally seasonedwith salt and oregano for maximum flavour

    Baby Chicken R89Spatchcock chicken grilled with olive oil and oreganoor peri peri and cut into pieces when served

    Beef Fillet R120300g of the juiciest sliced fillet, lightly basted andgrilled to perfection

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    SEMI SWEET / OFF DRYHartenberg Weisser Reisling R 160R46 per glass

    ROSL Avenir Ros R120R34 per glass

    RED WINEMAN Vintners Cabernet Sauvignon R130R37 per glass

    Danie de Wet R200Cabernet Sauvignon NaissanceR57 per glass

    Leopards Leap Merlot R120R34 per glass

    Guardian Peak Merlot R160R46 per glass

    La Petite Ferme Merlot R270R77 per glass

    Darling Cellars Black Granite Shiraz R140R40 per glass

    Zandvliet Shiraz R210R60 per glass

    Beyerskloof Pinotage R140R40 per glass

    Diemersfontein Pinotage R240R69 per glass

    Bon Courage Hillside Red R120

    R34 per glassSaxenburg Guinea Fowl Red R 140R40 per glass

    AA Badenhorst Secateurs Red R 180R52 per glass

    Saronsberg Provenance Rooi R 260R75 per glass

    Raka Spliced R160R46 per glass

    Rickety Bridge The Foundation Stone R 380R109 per glass

    Boekenhoutskloof The Chocolate Block R390R112 per glass

    WHERE TO FIND US!

    Melrose ArchSL26 The Piazza, Melrose Arch,Melrose North, JohannesburgT: 011 684 1162E: [email protected]

    Camps BayThe Promenade, Victoria Road,Camps Bay, Cape TownT: 021 438 1915E: [email protected]

    Indulging in the now is the spiritof Mezepoli-brought alive in a

    no fuss urban dining experience thatis at once chic and right on trend.

    Its about food of the moment,enjoyed in the moment.

    Our menu is predominantly Greek,with Meze being our signature style of

    dining - simple, fresh and flavourful,contemporary food that makes for the

    ultimate social experience. The plumpestof olives, delectable cheeses, the most

    flavourful stuffed vine leaves andsausages are just some of our definingdelicacies. Added to this, is a choice of

    other uncomplicated, World snackfood that echoes our character ofhere and now - from the exciting

    flavours and colours of Spanish Tapas...to the freshest sushi of the East.

    All our dishes are simple and paired downand flavours are unmasked and pure.

    This means every note of every ingredient

    can be savoured - while also makingfor easy mixing and matching ofdishes to your liking.

    Drawn from the passionate cultures ofthe Mediterranean and the Middle East,Mezepoli dining is about simply loving themoment and taking time out to enjoy aglass of wine or a cocktail with meze.We invite you to kick back and linger a

    while, while you experience and explorenew tastes. Alternatively youll be equally

    at home when you visit us for a quickcut - loose in a busy working day,

    enjoying a pita on the go.

    Live the now... taste today at Mezepoli.Youre welcome.

    Mezepoli, is the sister restaurant to the much lovedmodern Greek classic, Plaka.

    Wine descriptions have intentionally been omitt ed so that you can enjoy the wine without any preconceived ideas. Let your palate tell the story!

    CHAMPAGNETaittinger Brut Rserve R820

    Taittinger Brut Rserve 3 75ml R 450

    Taittinger Prestige Ros R990

    Veuve Clicquot R850

    Mot & Chandon R790

    Mot & Chandon Ros R950

    Dom Perignon R2900

    CAP CLASSIQUE/SPARKLINGColmant Brut R240

    Pierre Jourdan Brut R190

    Sole Novi Prosecco Raboso R220

    WHITE WINELa Motte Sauvignon Blanc R150R43 per glass

    Cape Point Splattered Toad R110Sauvignon BlancR32 per glass

    Paul Cluver Sauvignon Blanc R 210R60 per glass

    Iona Sauvignon Blanc R260R75 per glass

    DMZ Chardonnay R190R54 per glass

    J orda n Chardonna y (Unwooded) R 180

    R52 per glassKen Forrester Petit Chenin R110R32 per glass

    Oak Valley The Wishbone R140R40 per glass

    Haute Cabriere Chardonnay R170Pinot NoirR49 per glass

    Raka Shannonea R140R40 per glass

    Terra Del Capo Pinot Grigio R150R43 per glass

    HPF Die Bartho R450R129 per glass

    COCKTAILSKir Royale R40The classic Champagnecocktail

    Sex on the Beach R40Delicious and fruity.Wonderful on hot summernights or afternoons atthe beach

    Mojito R40Some insist the Mojitosname comes from mojo, aCuban seasoning madefrom lime

    Cosmopolitan R40Carries favourite inSex and the City

    Margarita R40The traditional Mexicancocktail. Choose shakenor blended

    Daiquiri R40Ernest Hemingways favouritedrink. Consult your waitronfor todays flavours

    Caipirinha R40Brazils national drink and afavourite at the Carnivale

    Long Island Ice Tea R40Named after Americaslargest island. Made potent,with not a drop of tea!

    California Ice Tea R40Named after its popular

    cousin with a twist of lemonand Blue Curaao

    Martini R40The elixir of quietude.The classic Martini is stirred,so as not to bruise the gin

    Manhattan R40Was invented for a banquetfor Winston Churchills mother,and grew a large followingafter that

    Multiple Screaming Oh R40A delicious combination ofcream, Kahlua, Frangelicoand Amarula

    CAF ETCCappuccino R17Regular or decaf, toppedwith foam or cream

    Cappuccino Freddo R25Espresso blended with milkand ice, served medium orsweet

    Espresso Single R15

    Espresso Double R18

    Espresso Macchiato R18Espresso with frothed milk

    Espresso Con Panna R18Espresso with cream

    Espresso Freddo R25Espresso blended with ice,

    served medium or sweetCaff Latte R19Espresso with hot milk

    Americano R15Espresso with hot water

    Hot Chocolate R19

    Mochaccino R19Espresso with hot chocolateand frothed milk

    Greek Coffee R18A rich and flavourfulbrewed coffee servedmedium or sweet

    Tea R15Five Roses, Rooibos,Earl Grey

    Herbal Tea R19Camomile, Green, Mint

    Irish Coffee R26

    Liqueur Coffee R26Metaxa, Kahlua, Frangelico,Amaretto, Amarula,Cape Velvet

    Dom Pedro R29Metaxa, Ouzo, Whiskey,Kahlua, Frangelico, Amaretto,Amarula, Cape Velvet

    Freezos R29Coffee, Chai, Chocolate,Toffee, White Chocolate etc.

    CORKAGE POLICYAlthough we have carefully selectedour wines for your enjoyment we doappreciate that you may want to bringyour own special bottle.

    One bottle per two people, to amaximum of 12 bottles per party

    R40 per 750ml wine R150 per 750ml champagne R60 per 750ml local sparkling /

    Mthode Cap Classique No spirits or beer

    JUST FOR DRINKS?If you just feel like having a few drinks, here are some suggested pairings to best enjoy the experience...

    MahonMozzarella di BufalaTirosalataSpring SouvlakiJamon SeranoProsciuttoChicken SouvlakiBaby Chicken

    WITH WHITE WINEOystersSardinesCalamariBaby OctopusMussels SaganakiPrawnsSushi

    WITH OUZOOlivesFetaMelitzanosalataToursiJalapenosKolokithakiaCroquettesSpanakopita

    KeftethesSoudsoukakiWhite anchovy filletsPickled OctopusWhite baitSquid HeadsSardines

    WITH RED WINEManchegoFavaTirosalataHtipitiSpanakopitaChorizoChicken Livers

    YirosSheftaliaSoudsoukakiBeef SouvlakiLamb ChopsBeef FilletMussels Saganaki