BREAKFAST MENU (UNTIL 11:30am daily)
Freshly Baked Buttermilk Hotcake
with mixed berries, mascarpone and pistachios 21
Brioche French Toast
with ricotta, fresh strawberries, honeycomb and macadamia brittle 19*
Warm 5 Grain Porridge
with spiced poached quince, blackberries and sheep’s milk yoghurt (DF on request) 17
3 Egg Omelette
with wild mushrooms, artichokes, pancetta and raclette (GF) 22
Grounds Green Brekkie Bowl
with white quinoa, avocado, Brussels sprouts, charred broccolini, blistered peppers, halloumi, free-range poached egg, kefir, roasted nuts and seeds [add bacon 4 hot-smoked trout 5] (GF)(DF on request) 19*
Warm Chilli Roasted Corn and Millet Brekkie Bowl
with avocado, sprout slaw, tomato concasse, pine nuts and fried egg [add bacon 4 hot-smoked trout 5] (DF/GF) 19
Tea Soaked Winter Fruit Salad
with gluten-free granola, pomegranate, cinnamon and almond yoghurt (DF/GF) 16
Eggs On Toast
with poached, scrambled or fried (DF)(GF on request) 14
Choice Of Seeded, Wholemeal, Sourdough Or Thick-Cut Fruit Toast or Housemade Croissant
from The Grounds Bakery with cultured butter and spreads 8
The Bakery Basket
The Grounds continental selection of freshly baked pastries with house-made preserves, cultured butter and whipped mascarpone 16*
Steak & Eggs
seared fillet steak with sautéed mushrooms, onions, spinach, hash brown and chimichurri (GF/DF on request) 26
Grilled Rainbow Trout
with dill hollandaise, scrambled egg and wholemeal crumpet (GF on request) 22*
Brekkie Burger
with bacon, pork sausage, fried egg, avocado, tomato salsa and spicy green sauce on a pretzel bun (GF/DF on request) 20
Chunky Potato Hash
with herbed portobello mushrooms, manchego, sautéed kale and poached free-range eggs [add bacon 4] (GF) 20*
Ratatouille Baked Eggs with Toasted Crumpet
with zucchini, tomato, eggplant and kale & cashew pesto (GF on request) 22
Smashed Avocado And Heirloom Tomatoes
on sourdough toast with goats curd and a poached free-range egg [add bacon 4] (GF/DF on request) 22
Poached Chicken, Shiitake, Spring Onion and Brown Rice Savoury Porridge
with sesame, seaweed and soft cooked egg (GF/DF) 22
SIDES
1/2 avocado with lemon 4.5
maple streaky bacon 6
2 free range eggs (poached, scrambled or fried) 6
Italian pork sausage 6
sourdough toast 4
basil roasted vine-ripened tomatoes 4.5
citrus cured ocean trout 7
herbed portobello mushrooms 5
LUNCH & DINNER MENU (FROM 11:45am)
Please note, we offer a limited menu from 3pm-5pm daily.
SMALL PLATES
Coral Sea Moreton Bay Bug Tails
roasted with garlic and herb butter, served with aioli and lemon (GF) 21*
Country Style Pork & Truffle Terrine
with pickled mushrooms & warm baguette (GF on request) 22
Roasted Bone Marrow
with braised oxtail and green onion pancake 23
Freshly Shucked Rock and Pacific Oysters
with your choice of: yuzu & sesame or cucumber & chardonnay vinegar (GF/DF) 6/12 pieces 22/42
Hand Tied Local Burrata
with sweet dates, pistachios, sumac and flat breads (GF on request) 19
Lobster Brandade
with pickled persimmon, zucchini, toast and sumac (GF on request) 23
Crispy Fried 5 Spice Arrow Squid
with burnt pineapple, fermented cabbage and aioli (GF/DF) 22
Marrickville Buffalo Mozzarella Salad
with brioche, olive crusts, heirloom tomatoes, basil and mint (GF on request) 18
Ginger Charred Cuttlefish Brochettes
with daikon, coriander, soy and sesame (DF) 19
Spanish Anchovies
with sourdough toast, tomatoes and piquillos (DF)(GF on request) 21
SALADS
Veggie Ploughman’s Salad
with roasted pumpkin, green lentils, cheddar, yoghurt, picalilli and nut & seed bread [add poached poached chicken 5] 24*
Poke Salad
with black rice, cucumber, edamame, broccoli and avocado, coriander, lime and coconut (GF/DF) [add poached chicken, tuna tartare, seared beef 5] 22*
Grain, Seed and Roasted Root Salad
with buttermilk, avocado and almonds (GF)(DF on request) [add poached chicken, tuna tartare, seared beef 5] 22*
MAINS
Fresh Egg Bucatini Pasta
with cauliflower, pecorino, truffle butter and soft cooked free-range egg 25*
Wagyu Corned Beef Sandwich
with Swiss cheese, slaw, beetroot, pickled and Russian dressing 25*
Grain Fed Beef Burger
with cheddar, tomato, pickles, mayo, smoky relish, cos and shoestring fries [add bacon 2 extra patty 5] (GF on request) 25
Braised Venison Shoulder Ragu Pappardelle
with wild mushrooms, radicchio and horseradish Chantilly 28
Oakey Reserve Flank Steak Sandwich
with onion rings, aged cheddar, horseradish and The Grounds garden radish salad 26
Bouillabaisse
with rouget, leatherjacket, scallop, prawn, strawberry clams and mussels with rouille croutons 34
FROM THE GRILL
280gm Ranger’s Valley Wagyu Rost Biff Steak
with hand cut chips and béarnaise sauce (GF)(DF on request) 38
350gm Cape Grim Pasture-Fed T-Bone Steak
with Cafe de Paris butter and braised winter greens (GF)(DF on request) 39
Gremolata Crumbed Veal Cutlet
with parmesan pistou, ratatouille and caper butter 32
Roasted Free-Range Chicken Breast
with celeriac and Jerusalem artichoke risotto, hazelnuts and roasted sprouts (GF) 29
Kurobuta Pork Loin Chop
with braised savoy cabbage and burnt apple puree (GF) 29
SIDES
shoestring fries with malt vinegar and parmesan (GF)(DF on request) 8
sautéed potatoes with chives, gruyère and pastrami (GF) 9
avocado, cucumber, radish and cottage cheese salad (GF) 9
steamed greens with toasted almonds and lemon crème fraîche (GF)(DF on request) 9
wild mushrooms, kale and spinach à la crème 10
chopped salad with butter lettuce, sorrel leaves, mandarin oil and buttermilk dressing 9
DESSERTS
Molten Chocolate & Walnut Cake
with warm caramel centre, whiskey marshmallow and burnt caramel ice-cream 17
Key Lime Baked Alaska
with brown butter caramel, rum raisin ice-cream and toasted lime meringue 17
Rhubarb, Vanilla and Citrus Fool
with Grand Marnier ice-cream and ginger snaps 22
Chef’s Selection Of Cheeses
today’s selection of 3 ripened cheeses and matched accompaniments with toast and lavosh 22
DRINKS MENU
COFFEE
Black Reg 4.3 Lrg 5
White Reg 4.3 Lrg 5
Batch Brew 4
Batch Brew (bottomless cup) 7
Chai Latte 6
OTHER DRINKS
Deconstructed Hot Chocolate 7.5
Deconstructed Mocha 7.5
Affogato
house-made tiramisu ice-cream with milk chocolate crust and espresso, finished with natural popping candy 8
Coffee Tasting Board (for 2)
a selection of our Single Origin coffees using a variety of brewing methods. a unique sensory experience for the palate featuring the diversity of our Barista’s favourite coffees of the day 15
Iced Coffee 7.5
Iced Chocolate 7.5
Iced Mocha 7.5
Cold Brew
a 12 hour immersion of quality Grounds coffee and cold filtered water. The result is a deep flavoured, subtle drop – less acidic than an espresso shot and refreshingly smooth. For price, refer to our specialty menu.
Pour Over
the pour over filter method results in an incredibly clean cup with superb clarity. For price, refer to our specialty menu.
TEA
Pot of Loose Leaf Tea 5
Bottomless Cup 8
English Breakfast
50 Sips of Grey
Moroccan Gunpowder
Gunpowder Green
Peppermint
Lemongrass & Ginger
Nasheman Chai
FRESHLY SQUEEZED JUICES
Morning Sunshine
watermelon, pineapple, orange, passionfruit 9
Clean Green
pineapple, spinach, cucumber, lime, apple 9
Trusty Rusty
carrot, strawberry, red apple, ginger 9
Straight up
choice of OJ or grapefruit 8
SMOOTHIES / BLENDS
Classic Banana Shake 9
Rose & Watermelon Shake
watermelon, rose and vanilla ice cream 9
Tropical Smoothie
coconut sorbet, passionfruit, pineapple, mango, banana and coconut cream 9
Açaí Smoothie
our secret blend of antioxidant-rich ingredients 10
HOUSE-MADE SODAS
Orange & Cherry 8
Strawberry & Basil 8
Lemonade
choice of classic, raspberry or lemon, lime & bitters 8
WINE (FROM 10AM)
SPARKLING
Prosecco La Riva De Frati, NV Veneto, Italy 12 / – / 66
Cuvee Method Traditionelle Barringwood, NV Barrington, TAS 12.5 / – / 70
Brut Pol Roger Brut, NV Eperney, France bottle 110
WHITE
Sauvignon Blanc Saint Clair, 2017 Marlborough, NZ 12 / 33 / 58
Riesling O’Leary Walker, 2018 Canberra District, ACT bottle 64
Pinot Grigio Yalumba ‘Wild Ferments’, 2017 Barossa Valley, SA 10 / 28 / 49
Pinot Gris Deviation Road, 2017 Adelaide Hills, SA bottle 66
Marsanne Collector ‘Lamp Lit’, 2017 Canberra District, ACT bottle 76
Chardonnay Tarrawarra Estate, 2016 Yarra Valley, VIC 13 / 36 / 67
Chardonnay Nashdale Lane, 2017 Orange, NSW bottle 78
ROSÉ
Rosé Sangiovese Collector ‘Shoreline’, 2018 Canberra District, ACT 11 / 28 / 53
Rosé Hay Shed Hill, 2018 Margaret River, WA 12 / 29 / 56
RED
Pinot Noir Barringwood, 2018 Tamar Valley, TAS 14.5 / 40 / 75
Malbec Bleasdale ‘Second Innings’, 2016 Langhorne Creek, SA 11 / 30 / 54
Malbec Hay Shed Hill, 2016 Margaret River, WA bottle 74
Cabernet Sauvignon West Cape Howe ‘Book Ends’, 2016 Mt Barker, WA bottle 70
Shiraz Yalumba ‘Wild Ferments’, 2017 Barossa Valley, SA 10 / 28 / 49
Shiraz Cabernet Rusden ‘Ripper Creek’, 2017 Barossa Valley, SA bottle 80
Shiraz Coates ‘The Syrah’, 2015 McLaren Vale, SA 12.5 / 35 / 63
DESSERT & FORTIFIED
Moscato Alasia D’Asti , 2018 Piedmont, Italy 10 / – / 46
Sherry Valdespino Yellow Label Pedro Ximenez, Jerez, Spain 75ml glass 11
BEER & CIDER (from 10am)
Stone & Wood Pacific Ale 330ml bottle 8
Estrella Damm Lager 330ml bottle 9
Cricketers Arms Summer Ale 330ml bottle 9
Mountain Goat Organic Steam Ale 330ml bottle 9
Hillbilly Scrumpy Cider 330ml bottle 8
COCKTAILS (from 10am)
Espresso Martini
a classic that never grows old, combining our love of coffee and the love of ending the day right in the best possible way 18.5
Strawberry & Basil Smash
fresh basil, strawberry and vodka. When this trio dances, everyone stops for a geeze 18
Campari & Grapefruit
bitter-sweet, say hello to tangy. Now hold hands. They lived happily ever after 16
Bloody Spicy Mary
you guessed it, a Bloody Mary with a bit of ring-a-ding-ding. A cocktail with the kinda zing that will make you sing 20
The Slim Jim
pirates may pillage & plunder but every now and then they stop and appreciate the finer things. Don’t shoot! I’m drinking spiced rum with passionfruit! 18
Rosé Bouquet
rosé and rose (and a little bit of gin). One’s French, the other is English. Fortunately these two get on just fine, in a cocktail that’s both light and sophisticated 18
The Grounds Mule
spiced rum, ginger and lime. This Russian mule will kick you right into that Caribbean sea for that holiday that right now, you’re only dreaming of. Sweet dreams! 20
The Grounds Negroni
an Italian classic, both bitter and bright. Vermouth, peppercorn infused gin and campari combined for a ‘molto bene’ time 19
Green Chartreuse
an aromatic blend of sweet and fresh. Tequila, chartreuse, apple juice, lime and mint 20
The Pink Flamingo
this slender bird will tickle you pink. Do not try and stand on one leg after drinking this delightful combination of citrus and vodka 20
(classics available on request)
TAKEAWAY DRINKS
For the ultimate in convenience, order your takeaway food and drinks for a scheduled pick up time via The Grounds app. You’ll even earn loyalty reward points while you do it!
COFFEE
Black Reg 3.5 Lrg 4
White Reg 3.5 Lrg 4
Batch Brew 4
Chai Latte 3.5
The Grounds House Roasted Seasonal Blend Coffee
Seasonal blend or single origins available for espresso & filter
Ask about our daily selected beans & roast
The Grounds Own Ethically Sourced, Plantation Fresh Teas
Ask about our premium seasonal offerings
FRESHLY SQUEEZED JUICES
Morning Sunshine
watermelon, pineapple, orange, passionfruit 8
Clean Green
pineapple, spinach, cucumber, lime, apple 8
Trusty Rusty
carrot, strawberry, red apple, ginger 8
Straight up
choice of OJ or grapefruit 7.5
SMOOTHIES / BLENDS
Classic Banana Shake 8.5
Rose & Watermelon Shake
watermelon, rose and vanilla ice cream 8.5
Tropical Smoothie
coconut sorbet, passionfruit, pineapple, mango, banana and coconut cream 8.5
Açaí Smoothie
our secret blend of antioxidant-rich ingredients 8.5
HOUSE-MADE SODAS
Orange & Cherry 7
Strawberry & Basil 7
Lemonade 6
choice of classic, raspberry or lemon, lime & bitters
TAKEAWAY BREAKFAST (UNTIL 11:30AM)
Build Your Own Brekkie Cup (gf/df options)
with your choice of 3 layers. see menu board for choices 10
DIY Three Egg Omelette (gf/df on request)
with your choice of two fillings. see menu board for choices 12
The Grounds Toast (gf on request)
daily baked signature bread or thick-cut fruit bread, with your choice of seasonal jam, peanut butter or vegemite 6
Brown Rice & Polenta Porridge (gf/df)
with poached rhubarb, almond yoghurt & caramelised pepitas 12
Eggs on Toast (df/gf on request)
choice of fried, scrambled or poached on toasted Grounds bakery bread 9
Avocado on toast (df/gf on request)
homemade sourdough toast with kale & tomato tabbouleh, feta, roasted almonds & dukkah 13
Grounds Bakery Croissant 11
with poached egg & hollandaise, and a choice of:
– halloumi, spinach & mushroom
– avocado & smoked salmon, or
– crispy bacon & roast tomato
3 Cheese Toastie
with fresh tomato on brioche 10
Bacon & Kale Wrap (df/gf on request)
with cheddar, herb aioli & egg 11
The Grounds Brekkie Burger (df/gf on request)
with bacon, fried egg, avocado, cheese, smoky mayo and relish 12
Big Brekkie Box (df/gf on request)
roasted pumpkin & eggplant, bacon, chorizo, poached egg with tomato & basil salsa, labneh, za’atar & toast 17
Big Vego Brekkie Box (gf on request)
avocado, egg, kale & sprouted seed florentine with buckwheat, roasted tomatoes, pumpkin & hollandaise 15
BREKKIE BOWLS (gf/df on request) 12
add: flaked smoked salmon 5 crispy bacon 4 free-range poached egg 2
Mediterranean Brekkie Bowl
cauliflower, poached egg, chickpea, sweet potato, houmous, herb pesto, sumac & yoghurt
Green Brekkie Bowl
broccoli, poached egg, kale, zucchini, red cabbage pickle avocado, green apple, cous cous, ricotta & salsa verde
BREKKIE ADD ONS
sourdough toast, gluten free charcoal toast, poached egg 2
roast tomato, grilled mushrooms 3
avocado, bacon, halloumi, chorizo 4
TAKEAWAY LUNCH (from 11:30am)
The Classics
Ramzey’s Chicken Wrap
with crumbed chicken, roquette, iceberg lettuce, tomato, basil vinaigrette and our famous chilli mayo 11
Our Avocado on toast (df/gf on request)
homemade turmeric toast with kale & tomato tabbouleh, feta, roasted almonds & dukkah 12
The ‘Grounds’ Burger & Chips
ground beef brisket, cheese, lettuce, dill cornichon and mayo on a toasted brioche bun 15
add: bacon 2
Chicken Burger & Chips (df on request)
buttermilk fried chicken, kale slaw and chilli aioli on a pretzel bun 15
Crunchy Battered Chips 6
Sandwiches
Toasted Lamb Mince Wrap
with yoghurt, tabbouleh & houmous 11
Falafel Wrap
with tabbouleh, tomato, tahini, garlic sauce & feta 11
Poached Chicken Baguette
with lettuce, tomato, Spanish onion & aioli 12
Warm Beef Brisket Wholemeal Sandwich
with slaw, watercress & horseradish 12
Spiced Meatball Baguette
with piquillo romesco, guindillas, tomatoes & manchego cheese 13
Chicken Schnitzel Wholemeal Sandwich
with iceberg, American cheese & aioli 12
Wagyu Corned Beef Toasted Pretzel Bun
with Swiss cheese, Russian dressing and slaw 12
Steamed Salmon & Sesame Mayo Wholemeal Sandwich
with avocado and butter lettuce 12
Carved Ham, Comte Cheese & Tomato Baguette
old school French style classic with dijon mustard & mayo 12
Cheddar, Crunchy Honey Carrot Wholemeal Sandwich
with cucumber pickle & tomato relish 12
HEALTH BOWLS
Pick your warm or chilled healthy bowls from the selection below and choose your accompanying protein. All bowls can be made vegetarian or vegan on request
Chirashi Style Bowl (df)
brown rice, edamame, cucumber, wasabi, wakame & salted kombu (contains naturally fermented soy) 12
Mediterranean Bowl (gf)
with cauliflower, poached egg, eggplant, chickpea, sweet potato, houmous, herb pesto, sumac & yoghurt 12
Green Bowl (df on request)
with broccoli, poached egg, kale, zucchini, red cabbage pickle, avocado, green apple, cous cous, ricotta and salsa verde 12
Nourish Bowl (df/gf on request)
with grains, green lentils, avocado, pickles, beans, roast eggplant, red wine vinegar, manuka honey & toasted cashews 12
Garden Bowl (gf/df)
with potato salad, lettuce, rocket, heirloom tomatoes, shredded veg & balsamic vinaigrette 12
Add Protein
poached salmon, chicken schnitzel, beef brisket 4
halloumi, grilled chicken, tuna, feta 3
Please note a 1.5% processing fee applies to all card payments. A 10% service fee will apply to groups of 10 or more. Public holidays will incur a 15% surcharge. Not all ingredients are listed on the menu. Please make your server aware of any dietary requirements before ordering. *Please note some dishes may be subject to weekend pricing.