OLIVES

Calamata Throubes
The iconic olive from Calamata Salt dried calamata olives with a distinct wrinkled skin

VEGETARIAN MEZE
R 24 R 24 R 24 R 24
Mavromatika Beetroot
Colourful black eye bean meze Sliced juicy beetroot bulbs, dressed with virgin olive oil and vinegar

SEAFOOD MEZE
R 29 R 29 R 29 R 26 R 34 R 34 R 34 R 34 R 42 R 42 R 36 R 42 R 42 R 42

MEAT MEZE
SQ R 44 R 59 R 45 R 42 R 48 R 48 R 48 R 39 R 65 R 95 R 69 R 125 Jamon Serano Prosciutto Chorizo
Raw cured ham originating from the mountains of Spain Proudly Italian Parma ham, thinly sliced and served with caper berries Spicy Portuguese sausage seasoned with vinegar, garlic, cumin, oregano and chilies

Oysters

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

R 45 R 45 R 55 R 39 R 39 R 39 R 39 R 39 R 55 R 45 R 55 R 37 R 35 R 98 R 89

White Anchovy Fillet Pickled Octopus White Bait Calamari

Colossal Black

Large meaty black olives from the Volos region

Pikandiki

Tangy white anchovy fillets in olive oil brine that makes the perfect ouzo partner Sliced octopus pickled in vinaigrette marinade A seafood meze, deep fried with shavings of onion The best Falkland calamari, grilled in our trade mark style with onion and garlic

Colossal Green

Mixed cabbage salad, with carrots and peppers in a piquant dressing

Large green olives from the Volos region

Jalapeos Piperies

Slightly hot and very tasty Roasted peppers soaked in olive oil, vinegar and garlic

Chicken Livers Chicken Wings Keftethes Yiros

Grilled plain or peri peri, these livers are arguably the best youll ever have Deliciously addictive with a delicate peri peri bite Mammas home made meatballs Strips of beef schwarma

CHEESES
Haloumi Feta
Cypriot cheese served grilled or deep fried Creamy feta drizzled with virgin olive oil and oregano

Falafel

R 39 R 36 R 36 R 39 R 89

Deep fried chick pea balls, a Middle Eastern favourite

Calamari with Feta Squid Heads

Grilled tubes stuffed with creamy feta and peppers Deep fried squid heads served with our peri peri aioli sauce

Dolmades

A rice & herb filling parceled in steamed vine leaves

Mahon

Kolokithakia Htipiti

Deep fried baby marrows served with grated gruyre

Grilled feta in foil, with tomato, pepper and chilli

Baby Octopus Sardines

Sheftalia Bifteki

A distinctive cows milk cheese produced on the rocky island of Menorca in the Mediterranean Sea

Whole baby octopus grilled on an open flame and doused with an olive oil lemon dressing Two sardines, grilled with coarse salt the Greek island way

Traditional Cypriot mince meatball delicacy Also known as a Pljeskavica, a spicy mince patty made the Macedonian way

Manchego

A Spanish sheeps milk cheese from La Mancha

Croquettes

Mozzarella di Bufala

Feta and gruyre cheese croquettes

Soudsoukakia Bekri Meze

Italian buffalo milk cheese with a delicate flavour that can be enjoyed as is, or with olive oil, ground black pepper and salt

Spring Souvlaki Spanakopita

Mediterranean vegetables grilled on a skewer over an open flame Spinach and feta in a crispy phyllo pastry cigar

Mussels Saganaki Prawns

Sauteed in the shell with fresh tomato, white wine, feta and chilli
6 Queens, butterfly grilled in a light lemon butter

Spicy mince balls in tomato sugo, from the Anatolian coast of Smyrni Cubes of beef fillet, sauted with fresh peppers and onion in a white wine sauce

DIPS
Tzatziki
The classic Greek dip-yoghurt, garlic, cucumber and dill

Chick Pea and Fennel Antipasto

Delicious combination of chick peas and fennel, with a hint of chilli

Cod Goujons

Souvlaki Beef

Thin slices of delicate cod prepared in batter, in traditional French fashion

Skewered fillet cubes, grilled on an open flame

Souvlaki Chicken Lamb Chops

R 25 R 25 R 25 R 25 R 25 R 25 R 25

Artichokes

Line Fish in Foil

Skewered chicken cubes, grilled on an open flame Three grilled loin cutlets, traditionally seasoned with salt and oregano for maximum flavour

Taramasalata Houmous Fava

Sliced artichoke hearts and mozzarella, marinated in olive oil, lemon juice and a hint of chilli

Todays catch, filleted and steamed in a foil parcel with mediterranean vegetables, olive oil and lemon

A tangy cod roe blend, with a gentle seafood flavour A Middle Eastern favourite, made from blended chickpeas, tahina, garlic and lemon juice Split pea and cherry tomato dip from the romantic island of Santorini

SALADS
Traditional (Village) Greek
A typical basic village salad with tomato, cucumber, onion, feta, olives & olive oil The classic Greek salad with lettuce, tomato, cucumber, onion, feta, olives & dressing

* Half portions available at 75% of full portion price

Baby Chicken Beef Fillet

R 59 R 55 R 59 R 45

Bocconcini

Mouthfulls of mozzarella, cherry tomato, fresh basil leaves & olive oil

R 69 R 69 R 69 R 55

Spatchcock chicken grilled with olive oil and oregano or peri peri and cut into pieces when served 300g of the juiciest sliced fillet, lightly basted and grilled to perfection

R120

Mediterranean Aegean Dakos

Melitzanosalata Tirosalata

Rocket, cherry tomato, mixed peppers, gruyre, croutons, olive oil & balsamic Rocket, cos, cherry tomato, gruyre, radish, walnut, apple, carrots, dill, olive oil & lemon Barley rusks drizzled with olive oil, topped with grated feta & tomato

Roasted aubergine, finely chopped and blended in a light garlic dressing Creamy feta blended with fresh peppers and mild chilli

Haloumi

Lettuce, tomato, cucumber, onion, haloumi, olives & dressing

Olive Tapenade

Herb and Pita

The best calamata olives, pitted and diced into an appetizing spread

Lettuce, cherry tomato, onion, parsley, mint, toasted pita & olive oil

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

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

DESSERTS ON THE SIDE

Traditional Pita Thin Pita
Double layered Middle Eastern pocket pita bread Single layered flat Greek pita

Baklava R5 R5 R 25 R 15

Finely crushed nuts layered between crispy phyllo pastry and drenched in a lemon zest and cinnamon syrup

R 39

Grilled Halva
Macedonian halva, grilled in foil with fresh apple slices and sprinkled with cinnamon and fresh lemon juice

R 45 R 39 R 15 R 35

IN PITA
Yiro (Schwarma) Souvlaki Chicken & Haloumi Sheftalia Haloumi Falafel Falafel & Haloumi R 55 Beef R 55 / Chicken R 52 R 59 R 55 R 49 R 49 R 49

Baklava and Ice Cream Traditional Yoghurt Rizogalo

Pita Grissini Chips

Crispy fried pita wedges served with a chilli feta dip

Extra thick Greek-style yoghurt, smothered with crushed nuts and honey Vanilla scented rice pudding

R 49 R 39 R 39

Halva Ice Cream*

Vanilla ice cream generously topped with halva shavings

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

Ice Cream & Choc Sauce

JUST FOR DRINKS? are some suggested pairings to best enjoy the experience... If you just feel like having a few drinks, here
WITH OUZO
Indulging in the now is the spirit of Mezepoli-brought alive in a no fuss urban dining experience that is 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 plumpest of olives, delectable cheeses, the most flavourful stuffed vine leaves and sausages are just some of our defining delicacies. Added to this, is a choice of other uncomplicated, World snack food that echoes our character of here 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 down and flavours are unmasked and pure. This means every note of every ingredient can be savoured - while also making for easy mixing and matching of dishes to your liking. Drawn from the passionate cultures of the Mediterranean and the Middle East, Mezepoli dining is about simply loving the moment and taking time out to enjoy a glass of wine or a cocktail with meze. We invite you to kick back and linger a while, while you experience and explore new tastes. Alternatively youll be equally at home when you visit us for a quick cut - 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 loved modern Greek classic, Plaka.

CORKAGE POLICY
Although we have carefully selected our wines for your enjoyment we do appreciate that you may want to bring your own special bottle.
One bottle per two people, to a maximum 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

WHERE TO FIND US!

Melrose Arch
SL26 The Piazza, Melrose Arch, Melrose North, Johannesburg T: 011 684 1162 E: melrose@mezepoli.co.za

WITH WHITE WINE

Mahon Mozzarella di Bufala Tirosalata Spring Souvlaki Jamon Serano Prosciutto Chicken Souvlaki Baby Chicken Oysters Sardines Calamari Baby Octopus Mussels Saganaki Prawns Sushi

WITH RED WINE

Manchego Fava Tirosalata Htipiti Spanakopita Chorizo Chicken Livers Yiros Sheftalia Soudsoukaki Beef Souvlaki Lamb Chops Beef Fillet Mussels Saganaki

Olives Feta Melitzanosalata Toursi Jalapenos Kolokithakia Croquettes Spanakopita

Keftethes Soudsoukaki White anchovy fillets Pickled Octopus White bait Squid Heads Sardines

Camps Bay

The Promenade, Victoria Road, Camps Bay, Cape Town T: 021 438 1915 E: campsbay@mezepoli.co.za

COCKTAILS
Kir Royale
The classic Champagne cocktail

CHAMPAGNE
R 40 R 40 Taittinger Brut Rserve Taittinger Brut Rserve 375ml Taittinger Prestige Ros Veuve Clicquot Mot & Chandon Mot & Chandon Ros Dom Perignon R 820 R 450 R 990 R 850 R 790 R 950 R 2 900

SEMI SWEET / OFF DRY

Hartenberg Weisser Reisling
R46 per glass

CAF ETC
R 160 Cappuccino
Regular or decaf, topped with foam or cream

R 17 R 25

Sex on the Beach

Delicious and fruity. Wonderful on hot summer nights or afternoons at the beach

ROS
L Avenir Ros
R34 per glass

Cappuccino Freddo R 120

Espresso blended with milk and ice, served medium or sweet

Mojito
Some insist the Mojitos name comes from mojo, a Cuban seasoning made from lime

R 40

RED WINE
MAN Vintners Cabernet Sauvignon
R37 per glass

CAP CLASSIQUE/SPARKLING
R 40 R 40 Colmant Brut Pierre Jourdan Brut Sole Novi Prosecco Raboso R 240 R 190 R 220

R 130 R 200 R 120 R 160 R 270 R 140 R 210 R 140 R 240 R 120 R 140 R 180 R 260 R 160 R 380

Espresso Single Espresso Double Espresso Macchiato

Espresso with frothed milk

R 15 R 18 R 18 R 18 R 25 R 19 R 15 R 19 R 19 R 18

Cosmopolitan
Carries favourite in Sex and the City

Danie de Wet Cabernet Sauvignon Naissance

R57 per glass

Espresso Con Panna

Espresso with cream

Espresso Freddo
Espresso blended with ice, served medium or sweet

Margarita
The traditional Mexican cocktail. Choose shaken or blended

Leopards Leap Merlot

R34 per glass

WHITE WINE
R 40 La Motte Sauvignon Blanc
R43 per glass

Guardian Peak Merlot R 150 R 110 R 210 R 260 R 190 R 180 R 110 R 140 R 170 R 140 R 150 R 450
R46 per glass

Caff Latte
Espresso with hot milk

Daiquiri
Ernest Hemingways favourite drink. Consult your waitron for todays flavours

La Petite Ferme Merlot

R77 per glass

Americano
Espresso with hot water

Cape Point Splattered Toad Sauvignon Blanc R 40 R 40

R32 per glass

Darling Cellars Black Granite Shiraz

R40 per glass

Caipirinha
Brazils national drink and a favourite at the Carnivale

Hot Chocolate Mochaccino

Espresso with hot chocolate and frothed milk

Paul Cluver Sauvignon Blanc

R60 per glass

Zandvliet Shiraz
R60 per glass

Long Island Ice Tea

Named after Americas largest island. Made potent, with not a drop of tea!

Iona Sauvignon Blanc

R75 per glass

Greek Coffee
A rich and flavourful brewed coffee served medium or sweet

Beyerskloof Pinotage
R40 per glass

DMZ Chardonnay
R54 per glass

Diemersfontein Pinotage
R69 per glass

Tea
Five Roses, Rooibos, Earl Grey

R 15 R 19 R 26 R 26

California Ice Tea

Named after its popular cousin with a twist of lemon and Blue Curaao

R 40

Jordan Chardonnay (Unwooded)

R52 per glass

Bon Courage Hillside Red

R34 per glass

Ken Forrester Petit Chenin R 40

R32 per glass

Herbal Tea
Camomile, Green, Mint

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

Saxenburg Guinea Fowl Red

R40 per glass

Oak Valley The Wishbone

R40 per glass

AA Badenhorst Secateurs Red

R52 per glass

Irish Coffee Liqueur Coffee

Metaxa, Kahlua, Frangelico, Amaretto, Amarula, Cape Velvet

Manhattan

R 40

Haute Cabriere Chardonnay Pinot Noir

R49 per glass

Saronsberg Provenance Rooi

R75 per glass

Was invented for a banquet for Winston Churchills mother, and grew a large following after that

Raka Shannonea
R40 per glass

Raka Spliced
R46 per glass

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

R 29

Multiple Screaming Oh R 40
A delicious combination of cream, Kahlua, Frangelico and Amarula

Terra Del Capo Pinot Grigio

R43 per glass

Rickety Bridge The Foundation Stone

R109 per glass R112 per glass

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

R 29

HPF Die Bartho

R129 per glass

Boekenhoutskloof The Chocolate Block R 390

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