Other ‘Slugs’ at:Green Point, Rivonia, Long Street, Hatfield, Newlands,

Kloof Street, Stellenbosch and Durbanville.

AT THE RIVER CLUB

The warmest and most sincere welcome to the River Club Slug & Lettuce, nestled in the oldest urbanised river valley in South Africa, Liesbeek River Parkway.

Here we delight in offering you exceptional quality in each of the thoughtfully selected dishes that feature on our menu; from our award winning burgers to scrumptious

breakfasts and possibly the best hand crafted pizzas in town.

Our incredibly well stocked bar includes only the finest locally brewed draughts and craft beers, alongside a magnificent selection of single malts, brandies,

cognacs, cocktails and specially selected wines.

We invite you to enjoy yourself here at one of Cape Town’s iconic social institutions, a favourite meeting place; be it to savour a delicious meal, listen to

fantastic live music or even just to watch action packed sport over a glass of wine or a pint.

Bon appétit!

breakfastServed daily until 11.30am. Offered with your of choice whole-wheat, white or rye toast and eggs may be ordered fried, scrambled or poached.

BACON & EGGS ................................................................................................................. R46Soft scrambled eggs and crispy bacon.

SMOKED SALMON MUFFIN ............................................................................................. R72Toasted English muffin topped with wild rocket, Franschhoek smoked salmon trout and two lightly poached eggs drizzled with hollandaise sauce.

MOM’S BREAKFAST ........................................................................................................... R54One egg, crispy bacon, grilled tomato, and lightly fried mushrooms.

‘SLUG BREAKFAST ............................................................................................................. R68Two eggs, crispy bacon, grilled tomato, hashbrowns, onion rings and beef chipolata sausages.

OMELETTES ....................................................................................................................... R59A three egg omelette, filled with Cheddar cheese and a choice of two of the following fillings: Bacon, ham, tomato, smoked salmon trout, mushrooms, peppers, onions.

tapas & nibbles’Slug Nachos topped with melted Cheddar cheese, homemade guaçamole, sour cream and homemade salsa ..................................................................................... R78Add: grilled chicken, spicy mince or crispy bacon .......................................................... R18

Golden crumbed chicken strips served with homemade garlic aioli ............................. R43

Tin of frites and real mayo ................................................................................................ R28

Tempura prawns with sweet chilli and coriander dipping sauce ................................... R58

Honey Jack chicken wings, basted with our legendary Jack Daniels, honey and soy sauce .......................................................................................................... R54

Tender fried calamari strips served with our homemade tartare sauce ......................... R46

Vegetable Spring rolls with our sweet chilli and coriander dipping sauce ................... R43

Smokey Jack BBQ pork riblettes, basted with our legendary smokey Jack Daniels sauce R59

Chilli Poppers filled with cream cheese and coated in a crispy beer batter ................... R48

’Slug Big Boy Basket - choose any 4 of the above .......................................................... R198

sumptuous saladsITALIAN .............................................................................................................................. R74Salad greens with bocconcini, Rosa tomatoes, fresh basil leaves, parmesan shavings and olives.

SALMON ............................................................................................................................ R89Smoked Franschhoek salmon trout on top of avocado, garden greens, seasonal fruit, cherry tomatoes, capers and onions.

BAYOU CAJUN CHICKEN ................................................................................................... R79Chargrilled Cajun spiced chicken slivers, on a bed of salad greens, fresh avocado, cashew nuts, onions, peppers, and rocket and basil pesto.

RARE BEEF FILLET ............................................................................................................. R89Seared fillet with parmesan shavings, Italian tomatoes, onions, peppers, cucumber and avocado, drizzled with balsamic reduction.

sarmies & moreAll served with fries.

TOASTED SARMIES on white or whole-wheat bread ...................................................... R64Chicken mayoCheese & tomato Bacon & egg

FILLET STEAK ROLL ........................................................................................................... R98Flame grilled tender beef fillet, served on toasted ciabatta roll, topped with onions and served with fries.

GRILLED CHICKEN WRAP ................................................................................................. R79A light tortilla wrap filled with grilled chicken, guaçamole, hummus, tomato, fresh salad greens and served with fries.

‘slug favouritesPERI PERI CHICKEN LIVERS ............................................................................................... R64Served in a potjie pot with a toasted Portuguese roll.

SCHNITZEL ......................................................................................................................... R79Golden crumbed beef or chicken schnitzel served with seasonal vegetables.

MUSSEL POT ...................................................................................................................... R75West coast mussels steamed in white wine and cream, with a touch of garlic, served with a toasted Portuguese roll.

CLASSIC FISH & CHIPS ..................................................................................................... R79Fresh hake coated in a crispy beer batter, served with homemade tartar sauce.

burgersOur award winning burgers are 200g of the best grain fed South African beef, flame-grilled and served on a lightly toasted bun with lettuce, onion, tomato and fries.

OUR AWARD WINNING BEEF BURGER ........................................................................... R75

FLAME GRILLED CHICKEN BURGER ................................................................................ R75

DAGWOOD ........................................................................................................................ R89Topped with bacon, cheese and a fried egg.

‘SLUG BURGER ................................................................................................................... R89Topped with pineapple, cheese, bacon and mushroom sauce.

grillsAll served with a choice of either fries, seasonal vegetables or a side salad.

RUMP STEAK ..................................................................................................................... R135250g prime matured rump, basted and flame-grilled to your preference.

FILLET STEAK ..................................................................................................................... R155250g prime matured beef fillet, basted and flame-grilled to your preference.

SPARE RIBS ......................................................................................................................... R143500g of our spectacular pork ribs, barbequed to perfection.

PORTUGUESE SPATCHCOCK CHICKEN ............................................................................. R115Coated in our secret blend of Mediterranean spices and flame-grilled to perfection.

seafoodAll served with a choice of either fries, seasonal vegetables or a side salad.

PRAWNS ............................................................................................................................. R14510 Queen prawns grilled with a hint of fresh lemon and garlic.

SEAFOOD PLATTER .......................................................................................................... R149Grilled Hake, calamari, mussels and 3 queen prawns.

HAKE & CALAMARI COMBO ............................................................................................ R99Fresh hake coated in a crispy beer batter and tender strips of deep fried calamari.

sidesOnion rings ........................................................................................................................ R25Fresh garden salad│ ............................................................................................................. R25Side Greek salad ................................................................................................................. R30Tin of frites with real mayo ................................................................................................ R28Seasonal vegetables ............................................................................................................ R25Garlic roll ............................................................................................................................. R20Sauces: cheese, mushroom, pepper or Prego .................................................................. R18

pizzasLovingly hand crafted using only the freshest and finest ingredients, and then baked to perfection in our legendary wood fired oven.

FOCACCIA Crispy pizza bread topped with feta & caramelized onion relish R54 NAPOLI Fresh basil, tomato and the finest mozzarella ........................... R60 REGINA Ham and mushroom classic ......................................................... R84 MEXICAN Spicy ground beef, peppers, onion, garlic and fresh avocado ... R88 BAHAMA Bacon, banana, mushroom and pineapple ................................ R88 VEGETARIAN Fresh basil, tomato, mozzarella & seasonal grilled vegetables .. R84 CAPRICIOSA Sliced salami, olives, asparagus spears and mushrooms ............ R88 GRANDE BBQ chicken, peppadews, mushrooms, peppers, avocado & creamy brie ................................................................ R94

CALIFORNIAN Bacon, avocado and feta .............................................................. R88

FIGARO Preserved figs, caramelised onions, creamy brie, balsamic vinegar and rocket ......................................................... R94

’SLUG SLICE Gourmet pizza slab with 4 combinations of the above options .. R88

CREATE YOUR OWN PIZZA ............................................................................................... R55Bananas, cherry tomato, mushrooms, olives, onions, peppers, pineapple ................... R13Asparagus, avocado, brie, feta, grilled vegetables, peppadews .................................... R18Anchovies, bacon, BBQ chicken, calamari, ham, salami ................................................. R22Prawns ................................................................................................................................ R32

something sweetHOMEMADE CHOCOLATE & BANANA SPRING ROLLS ................................................... R44Served with vanilla ice cream.

STICKY TOFFEE PUDDING ................................................................................................. R44Served with cream or vanilla ice cream.

ICE CREAM SUNDAE ..................................................................................... R40Vanilla ice cream, chocolate sauce, sprinkle nuts and whipped cream.

DECADENT CHOCOLATE BROWNIE ................................................................................. R44Served with vanilla ice cream.

PECAN NUT PIE .................................................................................................................. R48Served with vanilla ice cream.

MILKSHAKES ....................................................................................................................... R33Chocolate, strawberry, vanilla, coffee.

DOM PEDROS .................................................................................................................... R35Whisky, Frangelico, Kahlua.

hot drinksAMERICANO ...................................................................................................................... R18

CAPPUCCINO ..................................................................................................................... R22

CAFÉ LATTE ........................................................................................................................ R24

CHOCACHINO .................................................................................................................... R25

ESPRESSO Single ............................................................................................................ R18 Double .......................................................................................................... R22

HOT CHOCOLATE .............................................................................................................. R25

IRISH COFFEE ..................................................................................................................... R40

KAHLUA COFFEE ................................................................................................................ R38

TEA Earl grey, Ceylon, Rooibos, Lemon, Peppermint, Green Tea, Chamomile ............. R16

Prices include VAT, but exclude service charge. Service charge of 10% charged on tables of 8 or more.All major credit cards welcome. We regret no cheques accepted. Only one bill per table.We are unable to provide separate bills. All menu items are subject to supplier availability.

wine selectionIn compiling our innovative and award winning wine selection,

we have been entirely focused on providing the best possible quality at the most affordable prices. For ease of reference, we’ve included each

wine’s star rating from the most recent Platter guide.

Hopefully our selection will take you on a tantalizing journey of the magnificent Cape Winelands - from the majestic mountains of Franschhoek

to the picturesque Tulbagh Valley.

All bottles are 750ml unless otherwise indicated. Wines by the glass are a generous 250ml (Bubblies are 125ml).

We’re a bar... please no BYO’s.

methode cap classiques MISS MOLLY BUBBLY Franschhoek ................................................................................ R180Aroma has highlights of citrus, with a yeasty biscuit undertone.Per glass ............................................................................................................................ R32

PONGRÁCZ NV Devon Valley. (***½ Platter) .................................................................. R245Yellow stone – fruit aromas with citric notes.

PONGRÁCZ ROSÉ NV Devon Valley (***½ Platter) ........................................................ R292Charming delicacy with notes of raspberries.

PIERRE JORDAN BRUT NV Franschhoek (*** Platter) .................................................... R225Faintly honeyed with leading lime characteristics from the chardonnay.

JC LE ROUX LE VALLÉE ROSÉ Stellenbosch (*** Platter) ............................................... R199Uniquely off-dry, for those who prefer the elegance of a MCCwith just a hint of sweetness.

roséDURBANVILLE HILLS MERLOT ROSÉ Durbanville. (**½ Platter) .................................. R99Strawberry toned, juicily smooth and bone dry.

THEUNISKRAAL MOSCATO ROSÉ Tulbagh (**½ Platter) .............................................. R90An off dry delightful combination of Gewürztraminer and Muscat de Franc.Per glass ........................................................................................................................... R32

sauvignon blancPLACE IN THE SUN FAIRTRADE Devon Valley (**½ Platter) ........................................... R90Crisp, well-balanced with ripe tropical flavours and hint of pineapple. Per glass ........................................................................................................................... R32

DURBANVILLE HILLS Durbanville (*** Platter) ................................................................ R115Lean, bone dry and bracingly fresh from early picking.Per glass ........................................................................................................................... R39

KEN FORRESTER Stellenbosch (***½ Platter) ................................................................ R155Lightly fruit with bright acidity, lime, apple and white pepper before a long, dry finish.

WARWICK PROFESSOR BLACK Stellenbosch (****½ Platter) ........................................ R220An abundance of tropical fruit and lime aromas that carry through the palate.

ERNST GOUWS & CO. Stellenbosch (*** Platter) ............................................................ R132Summer fruits laced with a delicate hint of lime zest.

chardonnayPLACE IN THE SUN FAIRTRADE UNWOODED Devon Valley (**½ Platter) .................. R90A well-balanced, soft and easy-drinking wine with pear and stone fruit flavours.Per glass .............................................................................................................................. R32

TOKARA Stellenbosch (***½ Platter) .............................................................................. R165Stunning fresh lemon and lime zest aromas with hints of toasted brioche.

ERNST GOUWS & CO Stellenbosch (**** Platter) ........................................................... R152Exuding nutty, buttery citrus flavours with a delicious lemon and vanilla conclusion.

PLAISIR DE MERLE Franschhoek (**** Platter) .............................................................. R215Round and full with citrus fruit and apricots followed by subtle wood spices.

chenin blancSPIER Stellenbosch (*** Platter) ....................................................................................... R95Crisp fruit with green guava, pear and apple. Hints of litchi on the nose.Per glass .............................................................................................................................. R32

NEETHLINGSHOF Stellenbosch. (***½ Platter) ............................................................. R120A mélange of tropical fruit with elegant pear and guava flavours.

ERNIE ELS BIG EASY WHITE Stellenbosch (*** Platter) .................................................. R149Oozes ripe mango, litchi and guava. Layers of spice and a steely acidity add to the sleek texture.

white blendsHAUTE CABRIÈRE CHARDONNAY/PINOT NOIR Franschhoek (***½ Platter) ............. R185Lightly pink hued, fresh and elegant with savoury faintly tannic sweet sour edge.

DARLING CELLARS CHENIN BLANC/SAUVIGNON BLANC Darling (**½ Platter) ....... R79Quintessential tropical fruit salad on the palate, offering easy sipping.Per glass ............................................................................................................................. R28

INGENUITY WHITE Paarl (***** Platter) .......................................................................... R395A magnificent 8 part blend led by Sauvignon, some oak with intense floral fruity notes.

cabernet sauvignonPLACE IN THE SUN FAIRTRADE Devon Valley (**½ Platter) .......................................... R110A big hearted wine with a refreshing juicy berry palate.Per glass .............................................................................................................................. R38

FLEUR DU CAP Stellenbosch (*** Platter) ....................................................................... R165Plummy, generous and appealing. A good honest red for early drinking.

CEDERBERG PRIVATE CELLAR Citrusdal (**** Platter) .................................................. R280Shows sweet ripe fruit, tea leaf and vanilla oak. Supple, mouth filling tannin.

shirazERNST GOUWS & CO. Stellenbosch (***½ Platter) ....................................................... R165Fruit, spicy and moreish with a lingering savoury finish.

VONDELING BALDRICK Wellington (***½ Platter) ........................................................ R138Opulent red fruit, with a hint of caramel. Profoundly perfumed aroma with floral notes.Per glass ............................................................................................................................. R46

LOMOND SYRAH Gansbaai (**** Platter) ....................................................................... R185Generously fruited with berry and rhubarb appeal balanced by lively acidity.

merlotPLACE IN THE SUN Devon Valley (**½ Platter) ............................................................. R110A beautifully soft-textured wine with intense cherry flavours.Per glass ............................................................................................................................. R38

GUARDIAN PEAK Stellenbosch (***½ Platter) ............................................................... R160Hedgerow fruit and compote spice with gentle tannins from French/American Oak.

pinotageBEYERSKLOOF Stellenbosch (**½ Platter) ...................................................................... R140Smoky plum and spice appeal. A legendary favourite. Per glass .............................................................................................................................. R48

NEETLINGSHOF Stellenbosch (*** Platter) .................................................................... R165Generous dark fruit with earthy and tobacco aromas.

red blendsDARLING CELLARS CABERNET SAUVIGNON/MERLOT Darling (**½ Platter) ............. R82Easy oak aromas add to the berry fruit on off-dry.Per glass ............................................................................................................................. R28

GROOTE POST OLD MANS BLEND Darling (**** Platter) .............................................. R135Abundant red berry and rich plum flavours on the palate.

RUPERT & ROTHSCHILD CLASSIQUE Franschhoek (**** Platter) ................................. R275A classic Bordeaux blend of Merlot and Cabernet. A truly great wine.

MEERLUST RUBICON Stellenbosch (****½ Platter) ......................................................... R635Sensational Cab dominated Bordeaux blend, with dark fruit that easily absorbs the oak influence.

draught beers on tapAll draught barrels & kegs are directly delivered and stored in our custom designed temperature controlled chilling locker and we are completely committed to pouring our guests the perfect pint every time.

CASTLE TANK BEER 1895Introducing Castle 1895 Draught’s Brewery Fresh Tank Beer - Unpasteurised and piped directly from the bright beer tanks at our Newlands brewery into a dedicated “Fresh Beer” delivery truck, from which the precious cargo is transferred into crafted500L copper tanks, only found at exclusive, hand selected outlets, and straight into your glass. All this in a matter of hours after being brewed. Castle 1895 Draught’sBrewery Fresh Tank Beer has zero contact with outside air until the moment it hits your glass, guaranteeing a freshness unlike ever before.

This is the most progressively crafted beer delivery concept in the world, and is strictly speaking, the most ideal way to serve beer. A first of its kind in Africa, Brewery Fresh Tank Beer is one of the smoothest, and most distinctive tasting beers available on the continent.

CARLING BLACK LABEL The multiple award-winning Carling Black Label is one of South Africa’smost well-known and well-loved beers, having won 25 awards for quality& taste. Carling Black Label delivers a distinctly aromatic, full-flavoured beerthat is a truly rewarding refreshment.

CASTLE LITEThis beer is a full flavoured beer with a slightly lower ABV (4%) and lowcarbohydrate content (25% less than a regular lager). It is fermented andprocessed at a slightly colder temperature to give it a good hoppy aromaand clean and dry taste. It is served at Sub Zero Temperatures for theultimate drinking experience.

HANSA PILSENERHansa Pilsener has always believed in going the extra mile. It is the onlybeer that travelled to remote Eastern Europe to source the Saaz hop withthe most distinctive taste. The result is a one-of-a-kind crisp, cleanrefreshment that is unmistakably Hansa.

PERONI NASTRO AZZURROSlightly sweet with a distinct crisp bitter taste, Peroni is the perfect beer for young and stylish South Africans who appreciate the good things in life with a certain nonchalance. This authentic Italian brew, with its unique hop aromacomplements their own effortlessly stylish approach - their own “sprezzatura”.

craft beers on tapLocated in Suid Agter Paarl, Jack Black Brewing Co. is dedicated to brewing beers that really inspire. Their focus is entirely on flavour and their philosophy is to innovate while staying true to traditional, handcrafter brewing methods.

JACK BLACK’S BREWERS LAGERJack Black’s Brewers Lager is inspired by the handcrafted beers of circa 1910.Brewed with a strong malt backbone and a crisp, refreshing finish, this is a great tasting, distinctive beer for all occasions. Perfect with pizza or a burger.

JACK BLACK’S BUTCHER’S BLOCK PALE ALEButcher Block Pale Ale is inspired by the craftsmanship of a skilled tradesman. Their Pale Ale strikes a great balance between malt sweetness and hop bitterness, with a deep golden colour and distinctive taste. Cascade hops highlight the aromatic bouquet and spicy flavour of this classic Pale Ale.

Our finely crafted beers use only the finest water derived from the original source of the Newlands Spring; to this day the legendary water still bubbles up, crystal clear and pure as ever.

MOUNTAIN WEISSBrewed in traditional Bavarian style, this unfiltered wheat beer carriesdistinctive overtones of banana and clove. Finely crafted with crystal clear water sourced from Table Mountain’s natural springs to deliver a smooth andrefreshing beer.

JACOB’S PALE ALE This Ale celebrates the heritage of our pioneering brewer, Jacob Letterstedt.Revisiting a 155 year old recipe discovered in our Newlands archives, the 3 barley malt varieties deliver a rich colour. The bold flavor is complemented by traditional English hop aromatics.

PASSIONATE BLONDEThe Southern Passion Hop has become sought after worldwide and we dedicate this brilliant drinkable beer to our local farmers. Top aromatic notes of passionfruit combine with a Belgian pilsner malt that creates the bracingly fresh body of this sessionable blonde.

LAKESIDE AMERICAN PALE ALENot your typical insipid pale ale. Mildly hopped (36IBU), with arich malty backbone and accompanied by a great hop presence.

CBC AMBER WEISA German-style Craft Amber Weissbier. Fruity and satisfyingly aromatic, banana ester and a slight hint of clove is noticed in the finishing.Amber, and slight reddish in colour. This beer is not filtered and retains a cloudiness from the yeast

bottled beersAmstel / Amstel LiteBecks Non AlcoholicCastle Lager / Castle Lite / Castle Lite LimeCastle 1895 (440ml) / Castle Milk StoutCarling Black Label / Carling Blue LabelCoronaFlying Fish (flavoured beer)Grolsch (swing top)Guinness (can)Hansa PilsenerHeinekenMiller Genuine DraftPeroni Nastro AzzurroWindhoek DraughtWindhoek Lager / Light

ciders & coolersHunters - Dry or Gold

Hunters Extreme or Extreme Bold

Hunters Dry on Tap - 500ml, 330ml

Savanna Dry on Tap 330ml

Savanna - Dry, Light or Dark

Brutal Fruit - Assorted flavours

Redds - Original or Bold

Smirnoff - Double Black, Spin or Storm

aperitifsCampari

Martini - Bianco, Extra Dry, Rosso

Pimms

digestifsGrappa Antonella

Underberg

Jägermeister

whiskies & bourbonsScottish LeaderScottish Leader SignatureBains Cape Mountain (South African)Black BottleBallantinesBallantines 12 yr oldBellsChivas Regal 12 yr oldJ & BFamous GrouseJack Daniels Tennessee Sour MashJack Daniels Gentleman JackJack Daniels HoneyJim BeamJohnnie Walker Red LabelJohnnie Walker Black LabelSouthern ComfortThree Ships Whiskey 5 yr old (South African)

irish whiskeysTullamore Dew

Jamesons

Jamesons Select Reserve

Jamesons 12 yr old

single maltsBunnahabbain 12 yr old

Glenfiddich Reserve 12 yr old

Glenmorangie Original 10 yr old

Glenmorangie Lasanta

The Macallan Amber

cognacs & brandiesBisquit Cognac VS

Bisquit Cognac VSOP

Hennessy VS

Klipdrift

Klipdrift Premium

Klipdrift Gold

Klipdrift Black

KWV 10 yr old

Oudemeester Demant

Remy Martin VSOP

Fish Eagle

Richelieu

Richelieu 10 yr old

Van Ryn’s 10 yr old

Van Ryn’s 12 yr old

Van Ryn’s 15 yr old

ports & sherryAllesverloren Port

Old Brown Sherry

Monis Medium Cream Sherry

Monis Full Cream Sherry

tequilasEl Jimador Repesado

Jose Cuervo Gold

Patron XO

Olmeca Silver

Olmeca Chocolate

white spiritsSeagrams GinGordon’s GinBombay Sapphire GinTanqueray Gin Romanoff VodkaSmirnoff Red VodkaAbsolut VodkaStolichnaya VodkaMainstay 54 VodkaMainstay CaneCachaca (Brazilian cane spirit)

rumsBacardi

Captain Morgan Black Label

Captain Morgan Spiced Gold

Malibu

Red Heart

Stroh

liqueursAmarettoAmarulaAmarula GoldApple SoursArchers Peach SchnappsBlack SambucaBlue CuracaoCape VelvetCaramel VodkaCointreau Crème de CassisDrambuieFlavoured Liqueurs: Banana, Peppermint, StrawberryFrangelicoKahluaTriple SecVan der Hum

mineralsAppletiser 330ml can ..................................................................................................... R25Red or White Grapetiser 330ml can .............................................................................. R25Bos Iced Tea - Peach, Apple or Lemon .......................................................................... R25200ml Mixers - Coke, Diet Coke, Lemonade, Soda, Tonic, Ginger Ale, Tab .............. R13330ml Mixers - Coke, Coke Zero, Coke Lite, Sprite, Sprite Zero, Cream Soda, Fanta R16Mineral Water small still or sparkling ........................................................................... R15Mineral Water large still or sparkling ............................................................................ R24Red Bull ............................................................................................................................ R36Juices - Fresh Orange, Fruit Cocktail, Cranberry & Pineapple .................................... R20Tomato Juice .................................................................................................................... R20

tel: 021 448 7906email: riverclub@slugandlettuce.co.za

web: www.riverclub.co.za

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