Ara Restaurant Menus – All-Day Dining Options

Name: Ara Restaurant
Address: 1 New Drum Street, London, E1 7AY, GB
Telephone: 02045970116
Price range: £6 – £45

Breakfast

Breakfast Menu | Served everyday from 8am

Breads & Spreads

Our breads are made in house using wild farmed flour

Homemade strawberry and elderflower jam

Grilled potato bread, cultured butter

3,5

Amber toasted sourdough, cultured butter

4,5

Whipped tahini, fermented chilli

ON TOAST

2 Cacklebeans eggs

scrambled, poached, fried

7,6,6

Courgette spread, feta chilli sesame oil

Muhammara dip, feta, confit walnuts, soft herbs

Plates

Homemade granola

poached rhubarb, greek yoghurt, honey

Turkish eggs

crispy chilli peanuts, toasted sourdough, dill

13,5

Shakshuka

eggs poached in tomato, onion and pepper ragout, yoghurt, sourdough

13,5

Smoked chalk stream trout

goats curd, pickled mooli, dill, tomato chilli jam with scrambled eggs

Burnt Leeks

montgomery cheddar, poached figs, basil, pickled walnuts dressing, soft herbs, confit walnuts on sourdough

14,5

Brioche french toast

burnt butter apricot, crème fraiche, pistachio crunch, rose petals, maple syrup

15,5

Fry Up

egg, sausage, bacon, double fried potatoes, roasted tomato, mushroom, beans, sourdough

Steak and eggs

sliced onglet, chimichurri, house brioche, fried egg, pickled cucumber

17,5

Sides & Extras

Beans, kimchi, fried potato, thyme tomatoes, roasted mushrooms

Dingley del sausages, grilled chorizo, bacon, grilled halloumi

3,5

G- Gluten, S- Soya, L- Lupin, C- Celery, D- Dairy, E- Eggs, SD- Sulphur Dioxide, CR-Crustaceans, M- Molluscs, MS- Mustard, SS- Sesame, N- Nuts, P- Peanuts, F- Fish, VE-Vegetarian

All day

All day menu: Every day Monday to Sunday from 1200 pm to 1000 pm we offer a range of sweet to savour dishes.

FOR THE TABLE

Grilled potato bread

cultured butter

3,5

Sourdough bread

cultured butter

4,5

Sweet Potato Crisps

3,5

Olives

smoked almonds

4,5

Whipped tahini

fermented chilli

Courgette spread

feta cheese, chilli sesame oil

Corn ribs

umami dust

SMALL PLATES

Mussels’ skewers

roasted chicken wing butter glaze

Speck and cheddar croquettes

alioli

Grilled carrots

labneh, Vadouvan spiced butter

9,5

Leeks confit

muhammara, XO sauce, soft herbs, confit walnuts

Burrata

crispy chilli peanuts and apricots

12,5

Seabream ceviche

strawberry tiger milk, soft herbs

13,5

Fried chicken

no-pomelo salad

13,5

Mushroom dumplings

garlic yoghurt, mint and Aleppo chilli butter

LARGE PLATES

Sweetheart cabbage contramar

chile rojo & perejil, lime tofu crema

Pork ribeye

grilled nectarines, caper and sultana puree, mustard sauce

Skate wing

macadamia, shallot and lemongrass crunch

Whole grilled poussin

fermented chilli glaze, friggitelli peppers, spring onion

Bavette steak

peppercorn sauce, potato terrine, gochujang alioli

SIDES

Kimchi

Agria potato wedges

double fried, strong aioli

Beetroot

goats cheese, soft herb salad, smoked almonds

SWEETS

Herb sorbet

Chocolate basque cheesecake

whey caramel

Strawberries and cream

tonka bean cream, strawberry sorbet

Semolina halva

preserved lemon and whipped coconut , desiccated coconut

7,5

G- Gluten, S- Soya, L- Lupin, C- Celery, D- Dairy, E- Eggs, SD- Sulphur Dioxide, CR-Crustaceans, M- Molluscs, MS- Mustard, SS- Sesame, N- Nuts, P- Peanuts, F- Fish, VE-Vegetarian

Cocktails, Wine, Coffee & Premium Spirits, served All-day at Ara Restaurant in Aldgate East

Beverages

Coffee, tea, juices and smoothies

Smoothies & fresh juices

Smoothies

Pink Haze

raspberries, honey, yoghurt, milk, collagen

Detox

Cucumber, apple juice, mint, spinach, lemon, ginger

Breakfast

Banana, oat milk, granola, yoghurt, honey

Golden Glow

pineapple, turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, hemp seeds, date syrup

Fresh pressed juices

Apple

Orange

Cranberry

Pineapple

Carrot, Apple & Ginger

6.5

Apple, Ginger & Pineapple

6.5

Apple, Carrot, Ginger, Lemon, Turmeric

6.5

Non Alcoholic Cocktails

Seasonal Lemonade

changing with the seasons

Virgin Paloma

Almave Blanco, homemade grapefruit cordial, grapefruit juice, soda, lime juice

Botivo Ice Tea

Botivo, sparkling water, peach and green tea, honey

Virgin Mary

marinated Worcestershire sauce, tomato juice, chilli flakes, salt and black pepper

Coffee by Square Mile Coffee

Espresso/Double Espresso

3/4

Americano

3,5

Macchiato/Double Macchiato

3,5/4,5

Mocha

4,5

Flat White

Latte

Cappuccino

Matcha latte

Hot Chocolate

4,5

Tea by Birchall Tea

English Breakfast Tea

3,5

Virunga Earl Grey

3,5

Chamomile Flowers

3,5

Lemongrass and Ginger

3,5

Green and Jasmine Tea Pearls

3,5

Grean Tea and Peach

3,5

Red Berry and Flower

3,5

Fresh Mint

G- Gluten, S- Soya, L- Lupin, C- Celery, D- Dairy, E- Eggs, SD- Sulphur Dioxide, CR-Crustaceans, M- Molluscs, MS- Mustard, SS- Sesame, N- Nuts, P- Peanuts, F- Fish, VE-Vegetarian

Wine

Wine list

Sparkling wine (125ml/Btl)

Le Monde Prosecco Spumante

Dry sparkling wine, pale with fine bubbles, light with a fresh finish and melon

7,5/43

Undurraga, Extra Brut, Valle de Leyda NV

Fresh, vibrant and fruity Blanc de Blancs, delicate aromas of citrus blossom and white floral notes over a creamy background

9/52

Le Monde Prosecco Rose

Dry sparkling wine, notes of redcurrants, raspberries, and floral notes

7,5/43

Aulesa Methode Ancestral, Celler Batlliu

Very refreshing, lots of limey fruit balanced by mountain influenced acidity.

Orange Wine (125ml/175ml/Btl)

Orange ‘No es Pituko’, Vinho Echeverria

aromatic profile of peach, tropical fruits, and buttery notes with flavours of orange peel and lime

8/10,5/42

ZVARI Rkatsiteli, John Okurashvili

Really special in aroma and flavour, with notes of dried apricots, dried flowers, black tea and walnut

Maremosso Bianco IGP

Expect a rich, pithy fruit character with ripe melon, grapefruit, sage and white flowers

White Wine (125ml/175ml/Btl)

Light, Fresh and Fruity

Cote de Gascogne, L’Eclat, Domaine de Joy

Fresh and fruity wine, flavours of grapefruit, lemongrass with a hint of lychee

6,5/9/34

Azal Vinho Verde, AB Valley Wine

Dry light bodied white, zingy acidity and notes of green apple

7,5/10/39

Sauvignon Blanc, The Nest, Lake Chalice

Crisp and vibant with aromas of tropical fruits, fresh mango, and spicy citrus notes

8,5/11/45

Malvazija, Kozlović

A crisp, zesty, mineral rich wine with a complex nose of lemon, apple with apricot, peach, pineapple and delicate hints of spice

Medium to Rich and complex

Pinot Grigio Le Monde

Rich and aromatic Pinot Grigio, dry with a creamy mouthful with notes of pear and fresh acidity

8,5/11/44

Gruner Velliner ‘Grafenegg’ Organic

Crisp dry white, aromas of herbs and peaches, fine mineral and peppery undertones with a crisp finish

Chardonnay, Terroir, Underraga

Elegantly perfumed aromas lead to a fresh and floral palate, with a hint of honey and melon

Gavi di Gavi, Masseria dei Carmelitani

Soft texture and complexity, palate of stone fruit, ripe orange and citrus notes

Alexanderhof Riesling, DB Schmitt

Aroma of roses, ripe citrus becoming more on the apple and orchard fruit as it develops

Vinum Chenin Blanc, Radford Dale

White petals, citrus crispness, gentle vanilla and spicy cinnamon

9,5/12/52

Finca os Cobatos, Monterrei, Godello

Clean, pale straw colour, highly aromatic with fruity aromas and a mineral sensation

Albariño Abadia de San Campio

Great aromatic complexity, crisp aromas of ripe peach, pineapple with delicate mineral notes and pleasant hints of bay leaf

Red Wine (125ml/175ml/Btl)

Light

A Los Vinateros Bravos Volcanico Pais

Captivating dark fruits, an earthy, herbal touch and fine grippy tannins on the finish

Pinot Noir

light pinot noir, notes of raspberry, cherry and wild berry fruits, strong tannins from oak ageing

Beaujolais, Château Cambon

Aromas of cherry, raspberry and slightly creamy blackcurrant

Brich Grignolino DOC Piemonte

lighter bodied organic, fresh and elegant

8,5/11/45

Medium to full bodied

Côtes du Rhône “Les Oliviers” BIO

Flavours of red and dark berries, black cherries, spices, and a hint of herbs

8/10,5/43

Gamay Noir

Bright red bursting with fruit and spice, well balanced with light tannins and lovely long finish

6,5/9/34

Rioja Azabache

Plum and cherry flavours, with elements of vanilla and smokey notes

Estoras

Dark cherries with wild strawberries with hints of toast and vanilla. Soft tannins and long juicy finish

This is not another Malbec

Pure fruit-driven notes of wild raspberry and ripe plum are layered with delicate floral notes

9,5/12/52

Nero d’Avola, Vitebsk, Colomba Bianca

Rich, juicy flavours of ripe plum and black cherries interlaced with subtle violet notes

7,5/10/40

Cabernet Sauvignon, Jim Barry Wine

rich dark fruits, with olive tapenade, spice and a hint of tobacco leaf

Rose Wine (125ml/175ml/Btl)

Syrah/Grenach Rose, Campuget

Pale pink, aromas of fresh strawberries with hints of grapefruit

6,5/9/34

Sacchetto, Veneto, Pinot Grigio Blush

A pale rosé with fruity red berried flavours and a delicately refreshing character

8/10,5/42

Chateau Minuty ‘M’ Cotes de Provenence

Beautiful pale pink, delicate flavours of peaches and candied orange peel

G- Gluten, S- Soya, L- Lupin, C- Celery, D- Dairy, E- Eggs, SD- Sulphur Dioxide, CR-Crustaceans, M- Molluscs, MS- Mustard, SS- Sesame, N- Nuts, P- Peanuts, F- Fish, VE-Vegetarian

Cocktails

Mixture of classic cocktails and signature cocktails

The Bees Knees

58&Co Gin, Yuzu sake, lemon juice, bitters, egg white

Hazelnut Espresso Martini

58 and Co Vodka, Hazelnut liqueur, Square Mile espresso, zero-waste coffee liqueur

Mezcal Discarded Negroni

Ojo mezcal, Campari, Discarded Cascara Vermouth

Ara Bloody Mary

Marinated Worcestershire sauce, Celery ends infused 58 &Co Vodka , Tabasco, Salt and Black pepper

Punchy Mimosa

Prosecco, homemade orange peel cordial, Cointreau, orange juice

Cherry & Thyme Martini

58 & Co Gin, Heering cherry liqueur, lemon juice, homemade thyme syrup

Cucumber & Mint Daiquiri

Havana Club rum, lemon juice, mint, sugar syrup, egg white

Banana Peel and Coconut

Clarified Discarded banana rum, Koku Kanu rum, amaro aperitif, lime juice and Cointreau

Mango Sticky Rice

Mango Vodka, toasted rice syrup, Regal Rogue dry vermouth, bitters, shiso leaf oil

Strawberry and Szechuan pepper Margarita

El Rayo tequila, lime juice, Cointreau, strawberry and Szechuan pepper puree

Apple and Hibiscus Martini

Apple and Hibiscus gin, Regal Rogue dry vermouth, lemon bitters

Smoked pineapple old fashioned

Bulliet bourbon, smoked pineapple syrup, smoked bitters

Raspberry Aperol Spritz

Aperol, prosecco, soda water, raspberry puree (raspberries, Birchall english tea, orange zest)

Paloma

El rayo tequila, homemade grapefruit cordial, soda, lime juice, grapefruit juice

Apple, thyme and miso collins

58&Co gin, cloudy apple juice, lemon juice, miso and thyme syrup, egg white

G- Gluten, S- Soya, L- Lupin, C- Celery, D- Dairy, E- Eggs, SD- Sulphur Dioxide, CR-Crustaceans, M- Molluscs, MS- Mustard, SS- Sesame, N- Nuts, P- Peanuts, F- Fish, VE-Vegetarian

Shared Group Menus

SHARING MENU

Sharing Menu - £41 per person

Corn Ribs V,VE

umami dust

Grilled potato bread G, D, VE

cultured butter

Mussel Skewers D, M

roasted chicken wing butter glaze

Sea bream ceviche F, C, S, SD, SS

strawberry tiger milk, pickled watermelon

Blackened leeks CR, M, N, F, S, G, SD

muhammara, XO sauce, soft herbs, confit walnuts

Slow-cooked short rib C, SD

white grape salsa

Agria potato E, MS, SD, VE

double fried, strong aioli

Chocolate basque cheesecake E, D, VE

caramelised whey

G- Gluten, S- Soya, L- Lupin, C- Celery, D- Dairy, E- Eggs, SD- Sulphur Dioxide, CR-Crustaceans, M- Molluscs, MS- Mustard, SS- Sesame, N- Nuts, P- Peanuts, F- Fish, VE-Vegetarian V- Vegan

V. SHARING MENU

V. Sharing Menu - £41 per person

Corn Ribs V,VE

umami dust

Grilled potato bread G, D, VE

cultured butter

Grilled carrots D, SS, MS, SD, VE

labneh, Vadouvan spiced butter

Burrata D, P, S, SS, SD, G, VE

crispy chilli peanuts and apricots

Mushroom dumplings G, S, D, VE

garlic yoghurt, mint and Aleppo chilli butter

Sweetheart cabbage contramar SD, VE, V

silkin tofu and lime

Burnt onion and sorrel salad VE, V

roasted peppers, rocket

Chocolate basque cheesecake E, D, VE

caramelised whey

G- Gluten, S- Soya, L- Lupin, C- Celery, D- Dairy, E- Eggs, SD- Sulphur Dioxide, CR-Crustaceans, M- Molluscs, MS- Mustard, SS- Sesame, N- Nuts, P- Peanuts, F- Fish, VE-Vegetarian V- Vegan

SET MENU

Set Menu - £55 Per Person

FOR THE TABLE

Corn ribs VE, V

umami dust

Grilled potato bread G, D, VE

cultured butter

SHARED STARTERS

To be shared on the table

Mussel skewers D, M

roasted chicken wing butter glaze

Seabream ceviche F, C, S, SD, SS

strawberry tiger milk, pickled watermelon

Blackened leeks CR, M, N, F, S, G, SD

muhammara, XO sauce, soft herbs, confit walnuts

Mushroom dumplings G, S, D, VE

garlic yoghurt, mint and Aleppo chilli butter

CHOOSE A MAIN

Choose an individual main course

Sweetheart cabbage contramar SD, VE, V

silkin tofu and lime

Middle neck lamb skewer

red zough, pico de gallo

Skate wing F, N, SD

macademia, shallot and lemongrass crunch

Slow-cooked short rib C, SD

white grape salsa

SHARED SIDES

To be shared in the middle of the table

Agria potato E, MS, SD, VE

double fried, strong aioli

Burnt onion and sorrel salad

roasted peppers, rocket

CHOOSE A SWEET

Choose an individual sweet

Creme fraiche ice cream D, N, G, VE

pistachio crumble

Semolina halva N, D, G, VE

preserved lemon and whipped coconut

Chocolate basque cheesecake E, D, VE

caramelised whey

Herb sorbet V, VE, SD

G- Gluten, S- Soya, L- Lupin, C- Celery, D- Dairy, E- Eggs, SD- Sulphur Dioxide, CR-Crustaceans, M- Molluscs, MS- Mustard, SS- Sesame, N- Nuts, P- Peanuts, F- Fish, VE-Vegetarian V- Vegan