La Cucina Cortesi in Ettalong Beach Menu
MEZE
| Zucchini flowers w goats cheese and dill | $16 |
| Cacik: garlic, yoghurt and cucumber dip w bread GFA | $9 |
| Babaganoush: smoked eggplant dip w bread GFA | $9 |
| Hummus: chickpea and tahini dip w bread GFA | $9 |
| Havuc tarator: carrot and mint dip w bread GFA | $9 |
| Mixed dips w bread GFA | $14 |
| Rocket salad, oven dried roma tomatoes, flaked almonds, goats cheese GFA | $14 |
| Zucchini fritters, garlic and dill yoghurt, micro salad | $14 |
| Haloumi, wrapped in vineleaves, plum sauce GFA | $14 |
| Filo pastry borek, fetta, mozzarella, tomato relish | $12 |
| Filo pastry borek, air dried beef, smoked cheese, chargrilled zucchini, herb oil | $14 |
| Lamb shanks, wrapped in marinated eggplant, lamb jus GFA | $14 |
| Eggplant dolma, eastern turkish style, filled w lamb, rice and spices, yoghurt sauce GFA | $14 |
| Inegol lamb kofte, chilli capsicum ezme GFA | $14 |
| Marinated kebab skewer; beef, chicken, or lamb, w herbed turkish bread GFA | $16 |
| Char grilled squid dolma filled w herbed seafood, saffron tomato sauce | $16 |
| Prawns, wrapped in shredded pastry, orange syrup | $16 |
SIDES
| Seasonal sauteed vegetables GFA | $6 |
| Rocket salad w red wine viniagrette GFA | $6 |
| Bulgur pilaf | $6 |
| Mashed potato | $6 |
| Thick cut fries GFA | $6 |
SAFRAN MEZE BANQUET
| Mixed dips w turkish bread - rocket salad - wrapped prawns zucchini fritters - borek w air dried beef and cheese - eggplant dolma lamb shank meze - mixed kebab skewer w pilaf - assiette dessert | $45 per person |
MAINS
| Beef begendi: organic Tasmanian grass-fed grilled eye fillet, traditional charred eggplant & bechamel puree,baby spinach, beef jus GFA | $34 |
| Lemon chilli marinated veal w brunoise vegetable turlu, veal jus | $28 |
| Grilled young chicken breast w pastirma and pearl barley saute, cinnamon glazed baby carrots, jus GFA | $28 |
| Braised lamb shank, wrapped in marinated eggplant, potato mash, confit garlic, lamb jus GFA | $30 |
| Barramundi bugulama: barramundi baked in the pan w vegetables and aegean sea flavours, fennel salad GFA | $32 |
| Eggplant and petite capsicum dolma, filled w herbs, chickpea and rice, yoghurt GFA | $24 |
DESSERT
| Assiette: baklava, turkish delight, helva, fairy floss | $12 |
| Turkish coffee creme brulee w vanilla serendipity ice cream | $12 |
| Revani semolina cake, orange segments, chocolate mousse, pomegranate granita | $12 |
| Ice cream trio: pistachio, helva, caramelised fig | $9 |
| Hand made pistachio baklava | $3.5 |
Menu Disclaimer
Nearby Japanese restaurants
| Name | Cuisines |
|---|---|
| Yusu Japanese Restuarant | Asian, Vegetarian, Gluten Free, Japanese, Sushi, Vegan |
| La Cucina Cortesi | Japanese, Middle Eastern, Turkish |
Below you'll find samples from menus of places nearby.
Nearby sample menus
Beef and Barramundi Bar & Grill (sample menu)
| Seafood Stew mussels, baby octopus, scallops, king prawns, calamari & barramundi, cooked in tomato chilli broth | $35 |
| Assorted Mushrooms on pita bread with truffle paste, rocket & poached egg | $15 |
| - Add 3 king prawns to any meal | $10 |
| Cannelloni braised duck & mushroom with red wine reduction on a pea puree | $15 |
| Mushroom Tagliatelle creamy assorted mushroom pasta | $17 |
| Choice of sauce, served on the side (Steak only) Chimichurri, Peppercorn, Mushroom or Diane | N/A |
| Coffee with any cake | $9 |
| Marinated Mixed Olives (V, GF, DF) | $5 |
| Clean Here for the full menu for Beef and Barramundi Bar & Grill |
Saigon Garden Restaurant & Cafe (sample)
| Sesame prawn 2 skewer per serving - Prawns coated with flour and sesame seeds deep fried. Served with home made fish sauce. | $6.00 |
| Pork on hot plate - Marinated tender pork fillet with round bean served on hot plate. | $16.00 |
| Salt and pepper prawn - Deep fried prawns with a touch of salt and pepper with chilli and onion. | $17.00 |
| Stir fried chicken and vegetables - Tender chicken fillet, braised with vegetables, and served in an oyster sauce. | $15.50 |
| Duck with plum sauce - BBQ duck served with chef`s special plum sauce with side of salad. | $19.50 |
| Pork with cashew nut | $16.00 |
| Sizzling Pork - Marinated pork, served on a hot plate, accompanied with rice papers, vermicelli and salad. | $19.50 |
| Fish hot pot - Caramelised fish with shallots in fish sauce. | $17.00 |
| Clean Here for the full menu for Saigon Garden Restaurant & Cafe |
Popular Menu Items
| Image | Name | Description | Cuisines |
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Teriyaki | Everyone loves Teriyaki, it is a style of cooking literally meaning glaze and grill. The shiny sauce is used to coat meats, fish and vegetables and can be found on every Japanese menu around the country. Some restaurants make their own sauce from passed down family recipes making the experience unique and special. Teriyaki chicken is a common filling for sushi, while a simple piece of Teriyaki Salmon can make a memorable meal. | Japanese |
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Sushi | Sushi is the ‘vinegared rice’ used to stuff the rolls and a variety of other ingrediants such as raw fish with nori seaweed, avocado and cucumber or chicken teriyaki. They are served with spicy wasabi and soy sauce to give them a kick! | Japanese |
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Borek | Eaten mainly as a starter or snack and similar to the Greek spanakopitta, layers of pastry are filled with either spinach and cheese or a spicy minced meat filling. Found in almost all Turkish restaurants and street takeaway vans who also sell kebabs and doner. | Turkish |
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Mixed Grill | There are those times when you just want to try everything on the menu and the mixed grill is the perfect way to achieve that! Kebabs, doners, grilled chicken, lamb cutlets served together with Tabouleh, hummus, dips and pita bread - it is a wonderful way to experience a little bit of it all. Try some side dishes with the mixed grill such as spicy walnut dip made with roasted red capsicum, sundried tomato, garlic, spices and of course walnuts! Or you might fancy the garlic and mint yoghurt. | Turkish |
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Lahmacun or Pide | This is the Turkish equivalent to Pizza! However, they are always served thin and crisp, no deep pan pizzas! There is usually a vast array of toppings but the most popular still remains cheese, onion and tomato, or a fine spiced minced beef and onion with peppers and tomatoes. Usually served with a good portion of salad. | Turkish |
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Kebabs | Try a turkish kebab packed full of salad, your choice of meat (chicken, lamb, donar or falafel) and sauce. Don't be afraid to ask for chilli sauce to pack the punch if you like it that little bit hotter. | Turkish |
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Dolma or dolmades | A selection of vegetables and vine leaves are served, stuffed with seasoned savoury rice and herbs. This dish takes a while to be prepared but is well worth the wait, oozing with delicious juices. A long term favourite in Turkish restaurants. | Turkish |
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Turkish Coffee | Known throughout the world for its strength and depth of flavour, it is normally ordered according to the amount of sugar you require! A little (az), medium (orta) or lots (cok sekerli). This coffee must be drunk in small sips, particularly as you will find lots of coffee grounds at the bottom. | Turkish |
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Ayran | Definitely for the discerning taste, this is a liquid yoghurt drink made by whipping yoghurt with water and salt. It is served cold and fresh and must be drunk that way, no saving for later. It is served in restaurants, but also in Turkish delis and Turkish sandwich shops. | Turkish |
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Beer | There are several good Turkish beers that some restaurants import. Efes Pilsen is the No. 1 beer which comes in cans or bottles. A good wheat beer is Gusta. | Turkish |
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Sake | Sake is a Japanese fermented rice drink, usually served warm and frequently called ‘rice wine’. It is served in small china bottles or in small ‘cup’ style vessels in very small quantities! An acquired taste and quite pungent! | Sushi, Japanese |
Nearby restaurants
| Name | Cuisines |
|---|---|
| Kim's Cafe | Cafes |
| Beachcomber Takeaway | Takeaway Food |
| La Palma Pizza Cafe | Italian, Cafes |
| Art Shack Cafe The | Cafes |
| Beef and Barramundi Bar & Grill | Seafood, Modern Australian |
| Ice-Del-Ites Of Ettalong | Takeaway Food |
| Ettalong Beachside Pie Shop | Bakery |
| Ettalong Fine Foods | Delicatessens |
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- Location
- Ettalong Beach
- Type
- Restaurant
- Service
- Table Service
- Price
- $20-$30
- Phone
- 0243427030
- Fax
- hello@safranturkish.com.au
- Address
- 189 Schnapper Rd, Ettalong Beach, NSW, 2257, Australia
- Features
- Dine in, Takeaway, Cash, EFTPOS, Visa, Mastercard, Bankcard
- Cuisine
- Japanese, Middle Eastern, Turkish
- Website
- http://www.safranrestaurant.com.au
La Cucina Cortesi
Contemporary Turkish Cuisine And Bar.Safran Contemporary Turkish Cuisine and Bar - The only fine dining Turkish restaurant on the Central Coast.Open until LateChocolate, Gluten Free, Organic, Seafood, A La Carte, Bar Menu, Beef, Cheese, Chicken, Lamb, Rice, Turkey, Veal, Vegetables, Bar
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