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The bistro-culture arrives on the Durban beachfront

With all that the Durban beachfront has to offer, a bistro-culture has always been a missing attraction – until now that is. The incomparable Café Jiran has taken the quintessential European sidewalk way-of-life and made it their very own.

Close to the action, close to the sea, a shady oasis with balmy breezes that flow off the Indian ocean, together with the very finest refreshments, all make the Café Jiran a venue that is rapidly becoming a ‘must-go-to’ for coffee aficionados, lovers of smoothies, and for a decidedly different approach to a tasty snack or relaxed evening dining.

Executive Chef: William Whitham

The original bistros were small, moderately-priced restaurants in Paris that, due to space constraints, spilled out onto the sidewalk creating a unique form of eatery.

The term is thought to originate from 1815 when, during the Russian occupation of Paris, Cossacks who wanted to be served quickly would shout ‘bystro’ (quickly in Russian). French history buffs, however, think that it is derivation of bistroulle, a French term for Brandy mixed with coffee. Whatever its origin the term ‘Bistro’ is now synonymous with atmosphere and the enjoyment of good food.

Enjoy the buzz; though not quite at the ‘queue-for-the-table’ stage; Café Jiran is now THE place to visit on the Durban beachfront if you want to relax, refresh and enjoy life.

Dinner is only served from 06:30pm Tuesday - Saturday
To reserve a table please contact Café Jiran - 031 332 4485
Dress - Smart Casual
Prices subject to change without prior notice

Snack Menu

	Soda Battered Prawn On Carrot, Leek and Coriander with Tahini Dressing R15
	Smoked Salmon on a Corn Cake With Sour Cream and Rocket Pesto R15
	Tofu, Spinach and Sprout Spring Roll (V) With a Coriander, Chill and Ginger Reduction R15
	Chicken Liver Pate With Blue Cheese, Beetroot Malmalade and Croutes R15
	Skordalia, Hummus and Tsatsiki (V) Served with toasted Pita Bread R15
Starters
	Oxtail Tortellini With Smoked Paprika Sented Patagonian Calamari and Burnt Butter R40
	Soda Battered Mussel On a Nori Roll, Beaten Rice Coated Prawns on a Spicy Asian Salad And Sugar & Salt Cured Salmon with Chilli Salt and Fennel and Tomato Salsa R45
	Grilled Haloumi, Pimento Emulation, (V) Olive Tapenade and a Poppy Seed Wafer, Sundried Tomato Jam and Feta stack R35
	Chicken Liver Parfait With Toasted Brioche, Parma Ham and Beetroot and Port Reduction R40
	Soup of the Day (V) Please enquire from your waiter R35
Mains
	Homemade Layered Vegetarian Lasagne (V) Of Mushroom Ragout, Spinich and Ratatouille on Slow Roasted Tomato Sauce with Parmesan shavings and Toasted Pinenuts R70
	Trio of Stirfried Broccoli, Cauliflower and Sprouts with Truffle Salt (V) Grilled Eggplant with Miso and Sesame Seeds, a Turnip, Potato and Green Onion Gratin R75
	Pan Roasted Line Fish With Sticky Rice, Wok Fried Vegetables and a Spiced Coconut Sauce R90
	Chicken Ballotine Stuffed with Dried Figs and Almonds on an Onion and Pumpkin Seed Pilaff with Tagine Spiced Jus and Date Chutney R80
	Braised Pork Belly Medallions Natural Braising Liquids, Aubergine Puree, Honey Roasted Sweet Potato and Sauteed Cabbage R80
	Lamb Rack Olive Jus, Rosemary Veloute, Feta Crushed Potatoes, Broccoli and Cauliflower Puree R90
	Grilled Sirloin On Flash Fried Swiss Chard, Buttered Mash, Confit Pearl Onions, Soubise and Port Jus R85
	Grilled Rid Eye With cafe de Paris butter, served with Fat Chips and a Beef Jus R85
Desserts
	4 Ways of Chocolate Chocolate Truffles, White Chocolate and Mint Ice Cream, Chocolate Fudge Pudding and Candied Orange Chocolate Mousse R35
	Lemon Curd Créme Brulee With Granadilla Jelly and Almond  Shortbread R30
	Banana Tart Tatin Salted Caramel Ice cream, Pistacchio Créme Anglaise and Fudge R30
	Berry Crumble Milk Sorbet and Strawberry Terrine R30