THE RISSINGTON MENU
(Available from 6pm to 10pm)
We offer an exciting new way of dining.
Talk to the restaurant staff about how to make
this menu work best for you!
Welcome to Rissington Inn
We would all like to welcome you to our home.
We are very glad that you have chosen Rissington.
We pride ourselves first and foremost on our hospitality and we hope that you will enjoy your time with us.
Our menu includes a wide variety of dishes: some more traditional ones, with maybe a little twist of our own, and a few more unusual ones. We are confident that you will find many that you wish to try. If you need any explanations, please ask us and we will try to help you to narrow down your choice.
We are following the ‘Ménage a Trois’ style of eating, pioneered at the London restaurant of that name and giving you the option to try three or four smaller dishes rather than one big main course. Most of the main courses may be ordered in starter size portions, allowing a keen eater to enjoy three different taste sensations at one sitting and leaving room for a small dessert afterwards.
We have a Wine List with a wide variety of reasonably-priced South African wines. The list has regularly been a Diners Club Wine Award winner so you should be adventurous and try something new! Please don’t hesitate to ask us for help in making your choice.
As a courtesy to other diners who REALLY wish to relax, please switch off cellular phones (mobile phones) in the restaurant and in the bar. Please also refrain from smoking cigars and pipes in the vicinity of guests still enjoying a meal. Thank you.
Lastly, we ask you, please, not to feed the dogs or to encourage them to sit by your table. It causes endless problems and is very irritating for other guests who may not be as keen as you are on dogs!
Bon Appétit!
Some hae meat, and canna eat,
And some wad eat that want it;
But we hae meat and we can eat,
And sae the Lord be thankit.
Robert Burns (1759-1796)
THE RISSINGTON MENU
(Available from 6pm to 10pm)
We offer an exciting new way of dining.
Talk to the restaurant staff about how to make
this menu work best for you!
Dishes marked with a V are suitable for vegetarians
A WARMING SOUP
R40
Apple and Whisky Soup V
a deliciously warming soup, although possibly not for the children!
Brown Mushroom Soup V
a Rissington classic. A scrumptiously rich, thick, creamy soup
West African Sweet Potato and Peanut Soup V
a hearty West African inspired tomato-based soup combining tastes of sweet potatoes, peanuts, and tomatoes with mild spices and a hint of heat
Cauliflower and Blue Cheese Soup V
a winter favourite, a rich and chunky soup with a strong blue-cheese flavour garnished with crispy bacon bits. This winter vegetable soup will warm the bones (please state no bacon for vegetarians)
THOUGHT FOR FOOD: A FIRST RATE SOUP IS BETTER
THAN A SECOND RATE PAINTING (ALBERT MASLAW)
Now why not follow your soup with two of our interesting Mini Main Courses?
Please, please, do not feed the dogs or encourage
them to sit by your table.
A LITTLE SOMETHING TO START OFF WITH
R65
Cape Malay Beef Bobotie Samoosas
crispy North African based pastries filled with a lightly spiced and curried beef mince accompanied by a selection of sambals including our own spicy Harissa relish.
Roasted Vegetable and Goat’s Cheese Terrine V
chunks of roasted seasonal vegetables and chevin forming a delicious homemade terrine marinated
Springbok Carpaccio
with rocket, beetroot carpaccio, brinjal crisps and chopped olives
smattered with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
(Vegetarians may miss out on the game and have extra beetroot carpaccio with all the above).
Snails in a Fondue Sauce
half a dozen plump snails swimming – not literally, they are dead – in Gruyère and white wine
Quail and Cranberry Paté
this delicious gamey paté is accompanied by a vinaigrette mixed salad,
a healthy dollop of marula jelly and all topped off with pickled quails eggs
Smoked Trout Cheesecake
another old Rissington favourite. A savoury cheesecake served with cherry tomatoes and basil
Chilled Asparagus with an Orange and Mustard Sauce V
spears of cooked asparagus, chilled and tossed in a lovely
sweet-spicy orange and tangy mustard sauce
THOUGHT FOR FOOD: I AM NOT A VEGETARIAN BECAUSE I LOVE ANIMALS;
I AM A VEGETARIAN BECAUSE I HATE PLANTS (A. WHITNEY BROWN)
OR MAYBE A SALAD?
R55
Spiced Pear and Warm Goat’s Cheese Salad V
chilled roasted pears gentle spiced filled with goats cheese on a bed of crisp lettuce and sprinkled with walnuts
Rocket and Roast Beef and Blue Cheese Salad
seared beef fillet with crisp lettuce, rocket, peppadews, red onion, sundried tomato, topped with crumbled blue cheese and accompanied by our homemade French mustard dressing.
Greek Salad V
Feta cheese, black olives…the usual and … our special brinjal chips
Salad Nicoise
our variation on the Mediterranean classic. Green beans, smoked trout, chopped anchovies,
boiled egg, peppers, avocado, cherry tomatoes and finely chopped red onion.
All salads are served with our creamy home-made salad dressing.
THOUGHT FOR FOOD: FRIENDS ARE THE BACON BITS
IN THE SALAD BOWL OF LIFE
On the next page, you can choose two smaller starter portions instead of one large main course. Why not be adventurous and choose two different dishes?
TO TASTE OR TO INDULGE
R65 starter/R110 main course
Our mini main courses are available in starter and main course portions so why not try two starter-sized portions?
North African Chilli Crocodile Curry
for those who like their curry hot, a Kenyan/North African speciality. Diced crocodile tail curried in a spicy chilli curry. Accompanied by a selection of sambals and a poppadum
Chicken and Prawn Mother-In-Law Curry
a South African favourite! Marvellously rich and spicy, chicken served off the bone alongside Mozambican prawns, with rice and a range of sambals. (Prawn-free version available)
Chunky Vegetable Curry V
the owner’s concoction, a deliciously spicy but mild curry of chunky vegetables, piled with fresh coriander and served with rice and range of sambals
Lambs’ Kidneys Shiraz
casseroled in sherry with mushrooms, sultanas and almonds, served with fresh veg and mash
Venison Stew
chunks of kudu, with parsnips and carrots, in a rich gravy, served with rice and fresh vegetables and quince jelly on the side
Lamb Tagine
traditional Moroccan lamb tagine which has been allowed to simmer in numerous aromatic spices. Served with fresh vegetables, couscous and a selection of sambals
Spinach, Butternut and Feta Lasagne V
a Greek/African inspired vegetarian lasagne. Served with a green salad and topped with black olives
Steak Tartare
a French (and Rissington) classic, finely minced rump steak topped with a raw egg.
Capers, red onion, lemon juice, horseradish, chillies, black olives and Worcestershire sauce.
THOUGHT FOR FOOD: MEN DO NOT NEED TO COOK THEIR MEAT. THEY DO SO FOR SYMBOLIC REASONS TO SHOW THAT THEY ARE MEN AND NOT BEASTS (EDMUND LEACH)
PURE INDULGENCE
R110
(Main Course sized portions only)
THOUGHT FOR FOOD: MY DOCTOR TOLD ME TO STOP HAVING DINNERS FOR FOUR UNLESS THERE WERE THREE OTHER PEOPLE (ORSON WELLES)
Fillet of Beef
lightly crumbed 220g steak with a hint of garlic and rosemary. Baked and served with fresh vegetables and gratin potatoes. Pepper, mushroom or mustard sauce, served separately.
A rare fillet takes 10 minutes; well-done (shame on you!) takes 30 minutes.
Baked Lemon Pork Chop
a schnitzel of sorts; oven baked pork chop with a crumbed lemon and herb crust served with basmati rice, sauerkraut and a delicious apple sauce and sweet mustard
Tarragon Trout
Pan-fried Sabie trout, served with fresh vegetables, gratin potatoes and a jug of creamy tarragon sauce
Haddock and Prawn Fish Pie
A creamy haddock and prawn pie, with spinach, carrots, celery, onion, mixed spices.
Served with garden peas
(takes 25 minutes to prepare)
THOUGHT FOR FOOD: IF GOD DIDN’T WANT US TO EAT ANIMALS, WHY ARE THEY MADE FROM MEAT?
Please, please, do not feed the dogs or encourage
them to sit by your table.
(Korean clients, please do not eat the dogs).
SO YOU STILL HAVE SPACE FOR PUD!
Thandi’s Pud R45 V
a Rissington-inspired plate of various delicious desserts; a fruit fool with fresh strawberries, Cape Brandy Pudding with a jug of honey sauce and a homemade ginger biscuit
Rissington Apple Pie R35 V
an old favourite, with cinnamon and raisins, served hot with ice cream or fresh cream
Kuki’s Chocolate Medley R45 V
for the sweet-toothed; coffee and chocolate roulade, rich white chocolate mousse
and a shot of homemade chocolate vodka
Vanilla Ice Cream R25 V
with chopped nuts or chocolate sauce (or both)
Fresh Fruit Salad R30 V
fresh fruits of the Cape and the Lowveld with either ice cream or fresh cream.
Cheese and Biscuits R70 V
a selection of fine South African cheeses with biscuits and home-made pickles and preserves
Try a glass of delicious chilled red or white Muscadel with your chosen dessert (R16/glass)
COFFEES AND TEAS
Filter Sabie Valley Coffee (optional whipped cream for a ‘false’ cappuccino)
Or selection of Twinings Teas (Five Roses, Earl Grey, English Breakfast) and Herbal Teas (Infusions: Rooibos, Lemon and Ginger, Red Berry, Camomile, Mango and Acai, Vanilla, Rooibos, English Breakfast, Earl Grey, Green tea with mint, Five Roses, Peppermint, Green tea, Raspberry Burst)
All coffees and teas are served with homemade friandises R15
Something Stronger – R35
Whisky or Amarula Dom Pedro (South African favourite - a boozy milk shake)
Irish Coffee (Irish whiskey), Calypso Coffee (Rum), Café Bonaparte (Brandy), Tennessee
Coffee (Jack Daniels), Liqueur Coffee (with the liqueur of your choice)
Marula Mocha (Coffee/Hot Chocolate and Amarula. Delicious!)
Ask about our selection of local and imported cognacs, ports, liqueurs and digestifs
BREAKFAST
Good Morning! Goeie môre! Sawubona! Dumela! Xawani! Molo! Bonjour!
Goedemorgen! Guten Morgen! Bom dia! ¡Buenos días! Buon giorno!
God morgen! Bore da! Kalimera! Maidin mhaith! Kia ora!
A Glass of seasonal mixed fruit, muesli and Greek yogurt served at your table
From the Buffet – please help yourself …
A Range of Breakfast Cereals. (Porridge Oats on request)
Interesting Quiches, Cold Meats and Cheeses, pickles and relishes
Home-made Bread and Scones
with a broad selection of locally-produced Jams and Preserves from the Buffet
COOKED BREAKFASTS – ASK ABOUT THE DAILY SPECIAL
OR CHOOSE FROM THE FOLLOWING
Popeye’s Omelette
creamy spinach, feta cheese and avocado (in season)
Farmhouse Omelette
Ham, cheddar, peppers, mushroom, tomato
Your Own Omelette
choose your filling, and we shall aim to provide!
Baked Beans on Toast
topped with a fried egg
Kidneys on Toast
Fried kidneys on brown or white toast
Scrambled Egg and Smoked Trout
with dill, served on toast
OR
The Fry-Up
your choice of scrambled, fried, poached or boiled eggs with all or some of the following: bacon, tomato, sausage, mushrooms, onions, fried banana, kidneys, boerewors.
Filter Coffee
Tea
(Twinings Selection, Herbal Teas, or Rooibos)
Hot Chocolate or Milo
THOUGHT FOR FOOD: WASN’T THE FIRST PERSON
TO EAT AN EGG BRAVE?
PICNICS
Please order the night before, if you can.
Variations will be accommodated where possible!
Breakfast Picnic – R75 per person
(included for residents not taking breakfast at Rissington)
Egg and Bacon Sandwich
Fruit Juice
Yoghurt
A piece of Fruit
Scone with Jam
Health Picnic – R55 per person
Fruit Juice
Garden Salad
Yoghurt
A piece of Fruit
Lunch Picnic – R80 per person
Your choice of Sandwich – please specify
Chicken Drumstick with Mustard
Irish Coffee Chocolate Roulade with Cream
A piece of Fruit
THOUGHT FOR FOOD: WE JUST HAVE TO HOPE, WHEN THE INSECTS TAKE OVER THE WORLD, THAT THEY REMEMBER WITH GRATITUDE HOW WE USED TO TAKE THEM ALONG ON ALL OUR PICNICS! (BILL VAUGHN)
DO NOT FORGET to order drinks to
accompany your picnic …
All picnics are available to take away,
so order for your onward journey!
LUNCHTIME
(Served from midday until 4pm)
Selection of Plain or Toasted Sandwiches R40
Chicken Mayonnaise with bacon and mushrooms; Bacon and Banana with Curry Mayonnaise V ; Smoked Trout, Sour Cream and Horseradish; Avocado and Bacon; Cheese, Ham and Tomato; Rare Roast Beef, Sun-dried Tomato and Horseradish
Homemade Beef Burger R110
Pan-fried on a toasted bun with rashers of bacon, grilled tomato and a thick slice of cheddar or gruyere, served with a garden salad and mayonnaise
Bangers and Mash R75
three pork sausages on a creamy mash all doused with a rich onion sauce. A British Classic!
Mushroom Stir fry R65 V
A selection of mushrooms in a tasty soy and herb stir-fry, served with basmati rice
Quiche of the day R65 V
served hot or cold with a garden salad
Wild Rocket Pesto Pasta R75 V
a delicious rocket pesto and red chilli sauce with a lemon zest all topped with parmesan cheese
Spaghetti Bolognaise R70
a delicious home-grown recipe of mince, carrots, onions, celery, bacon, mushrooms and tomatoes
A Ploughman’s Platter R110
A selection of cold meats, cheese and pates with olives, pickles and a hunk of our cheesy beer bread
(V - can be adapted for a vegetarian; roasted seasonal vegetables instead of cold meats)
Club Sandwich R70
famous throughout SA, brimming with flavours – this is quite a construction and takes a while to prepare. Delicious but not for the rushed
Cheese and Biscuits R70 V
a selection of fine SA cheeses with home-made pickles and preserves. Make your choice from the cheeseboard
Nuts, Corn, Chips, Olives and Biltong – choose a packet from the bar (prices vary)
CHILDREN’S CHOICES
R70
Any dish on the main menu and lunch menu can be adapted to a child’s portion
(and vice versa if adults would like a dish from the children’s menu!)
Spaghetti Neapolitano V
topped with a mild garlic, tomato and onion sauce and served with parmesan cheese and pickles
Chicken and Chips and Baked Beans
two pieces of fried chicken with chips and baked beans
Spaghetti Bolognaise
a delicious home grown recipe of mince carrots, onions, celery, bacon,
mushrooms in a thick tomato-based sauce
Omelette and chips V
a filling of your choice, light and fluffy served with salad and chips
Fish Fingers and chips
I & J’s best! The only menu item we don’t make ourselves.
served with peas and chips or mashed potato
THOUGHT FOR FOOD: NEVER EAT MORE THAN YOU CAN LIFT (MISS PIGGY)
AFTERNOON TEAS
The tea of your choice (or coffee) with two scones, whipped cream and a choice of jams
R35 per person
Something Sweet to go with it
chocolate mousse or apple pie or chocolate roulade R35
vanilla ice cream or fresh fruit salad R25 | 
