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

Beetroot salad with fresh herbs and pickled vegetables served at Ara Restaurant near Spitalfields.

Express Lunch Menu

Express Lunch Menu (Monday - Friday)

2 courses - 25 pounds

3 courses - 28 pounds

For the table (Sharing)

Sourdough bread

homemade cultured butter

Starter (Choose one)

Whipped tahini

Parsley oil

Courgette spread

feta cheese, chilli sesame oil

Charred celeriac

Charred celeriac aji amarillo, cashew cream, bread crumbs

Beetroot

goats cheese, soft herb salad, smoked almonds

Main (Choose one)

Grilled smoke cabbage

lime tofu crema, walnut and pomegranate gremolata

Fried chicken

no-pomelo salad, peanuts, toasted coconut

Hake

caper & dill veloute, grilled gem, smoked potato

Slow cooked pork belly

pear, kimchi, red chilli nahm Jim

Sweets (Choose one)

Chocolate basque cheesecake

Miso caramel

Herb sorbet

Shiso, spinach, tarragon, basil

Flat lay of Ara Restaurant’s brunch spread featuring poached eggs with courgette spread, shakshuka, greek yogurt with rhubarb, toast, and monmouth coffee in Aldgate East.

Brunch Menu

Breads etc.

Grilled potato bread

cultured butter

3,5

Sourdough bread

toasted, cultured butter

4,5

Jam

Whipped tahini

fermented chilli

On Toast

Cacklebean eggs

scrambled, poached, fried

7,6,6

Courgette spread

feta, chilli sesame oil

Breakfast Plates

Granola

greek yoghurt, seasonal fruits, honey, lime leaf oil

Turkish eggs

crispy chilli peanuts, garlic yoghurt, toasted sourdough, dill

13,5

Shakshuka

eggs poached in tomato, onion and peppers, yoghurt, toasted sourdough

13,5

Smoked chalk stream trout

scrambled eggs, labneh, pickled mooli, tomato chilli jam, dill

French toast

brioche bread, burnt apricot butter, creme fraiche, pistachio crunch, rose petals, lime zest, maple syrup

15,5

Fry Up

fried egg, sausage, bacon, double fried potatoes, roasted tomato, mushrooms, beans, toasted sourdough

Sides & Extras

Veggie

Beans, Kimchi, roasted tomatoes, or roasted mushrooms

Meat

Sausage, grilled chorizo, bacon, grilled halloumi

3,5

Brunch Plates - served from 1200

Corn ribs

umami dust

Burrata

crispy chilli peanuts, apricot puree

12,5

Fried chicken

no-pomelo salad, peanuts, toasted coconut

13,5

Chalk Stream trout crudo

cranberry ponzu, daikon, sesame

13,5

Smoked Cabbage

lime tofu crema, walnut and pomegranate gremolata

Hake

caper & dill veloute, grilled gem, smoked potato

Char Siu onglet skewers

potato espuma, grilled pak choi

Sweets

Herb sorbet

Chocolate basque cheesecake

caramelised whey

Semolina halva

preserved lemon and whipped coconut

All day

FOR THE TABLE

Grilled potato bread

cultured butter

3,5

Sourdough bread

cultured butter

4,5

Olives

smoked almonds

4,5

Whipped tahini

Parsley oil

Courgette spread

feta cheese, chilli sesame oil

Corn ribs

umami dust

SMALL PLATES

Mussels’ skewers

roasted chicken wing butter glaze

Short rib and cheddar croquettes

spicy aioli

Charred celeriac

aji amarillo, cashew cream, bread crumbs

Leeks skewers

tomato jam, labneh, macademia crunch, soft herbs

Burrata

crispy chilli peanuts and apricots

12,5

Chalk stream trout crudo

cranberry ponzu, daikon, sesame

13,5

Fried chicken

spicy citrus dressing, coriander & peanut salad

13,5

Mushroom dumplings

garlic yoghurt, mint and Aleppo chilli butter

Beetroot

goats cheese, smoked almonds

LARGE PLATES

Grilled smoked cabbage

lime tofu crema, walnut and pomegranate gremolata

Crispy pork belly

kimchi, pear, fermented chilli nahm jim

Hake

caper & dill veloute, grilled gem, smoked potato

Grilled half chicken

Turkish grilled pepper & chilli sauce

Char Siu onglet skewers

potato espuma, grilled pak choi

SIDES

Kimchi

Agria potato wedges

double fried, strong aioli

Gem lettuce

parmesan, pear, ladolemono, bread crumbs

SWEETS

Basil & shiso sorbet

Chocolate basque cheesecake

miso caramel

Semolina halva

preserved lemon and whipped coconut , desiccated coconut

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

strawberry, 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

Mix juices

6.5

Non Alcoholic Cocktails

Seasonal Lemonade

changing with the seasons

Virgin Paloma

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

Kowloon breeze

Earl grey tea, lemon juice, honey, ginger, juice

Virgin mango sticky rice

Mango infused 0% Vodka, toasted rice syrup, egg white

Coffee by Square Mile Coffee

Espresso/Double Espresso

3/4

Americano

Macchiato/Double Macchiato

3,5/4,5

Mocha

4,5

Flat White

Latte

Cappuccino

Matcha latte

Hot Chocolate

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

8/10,5/45

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

7,5/9,5/40

Azal Vinho Verde, AB Valley Wine

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

8,5/11/47

Sauvignon Blanc, The Nest, Lake Chalice

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

8,5/11/47

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

8,5/11/47

Gamay Noir

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

7,5/10/45

Rioja Azabache

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

8,5/10,5/45

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

8/10,5/45

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

12,5

Hazelnut Espresso Martini

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

11,5

Sour cherry mezcal negroni

Ojo mezcal, Campari, Discarded Cascara Vermouth, cherry heering

Ara Bloody Mary

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

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

Passionfruit picante margarita

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

Aperol Spritz

Aperol, prosecco, soda water

11,5

Paloma

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

Riviera sunset

Aperol, homemade limoncello, lemon juice, prosecco rose

Earl's holiday

Tidal rum, gingerbread syrup, clarified milk, earl grey tea

12,5

Midnight in Tokyo

Nikka whiskey, Midori liqueur, yuzu sake, lime juice

Velvet root

Beetroot infused tequila, amaro, mint, agave & ginger syrup, egg white

Mediterraneo

Gin, Aperol, Campari, strawberry puree, 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

Cutting into poached eggs on courgette spread on toast with chilli oil and feta at Ara Restaurant in Whitechapel, near Spitalfields.

Sharing & Set Menus

SHARING MENU

SHARING MENU - £43 per person

Grilled potato bread

homemade cultured butter

Courgette & feta dip

chilli sesame oil

Leeks skewer

tomato jam, labneh, macademia crunch, leek top oil

Chalkstream trout crudo

cranberry ponzu, daikon, sesame

Fried chicken

spicy citrus dressing, coriander & peanut salad

Char Siu onglet skewers

Potato espuma, grilled pak choi

Gem lettuce

parmesan, ladolemono, bread crumbs

Chocolate cheesecake

miso caramel

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 - £56 per person

SHARED STARTERS

Chalkstream trout crudo

cranberry ponzu, daikon, sesame, shiso oil

Chared celeriac

aji amarillo, cashew cream, bread crumbs

Short rib and cheddar croquettes

spicy aioli

Burrata

crispy chilli peanuts, apricot puree

CHOOSE A MAIN

Grilled half chicken

grilled turkish pepper & chilli sauce

Char Siu onglet skewers

Potato espuma, grilled pak choi

Grilled smoked cabbage

lime tofu crema, walnut and pomegranate gremolata

SHARED SIDES

Agria potato

double fried, aioli

Gem lettuce

parmesan, ladolemono, bread crumbs

CHOOSE A SWEET

Chocolate cheesecake

Msio caramel

Basil & shiso sorbet

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