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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