Forester @ The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel
This is a sample menu and may differ from what's available on the day. Reach out to the restaurant if you have any questions.
Last updated 02 February 2026
BREAKFAST
STARTERS
SALADS
LIGHT MEALS
MAINS
FROM THE GRILL
KIDDIES
DESSERTS
BREAKFAST
STARTERS
SALADS
LIGHT MEALS
MAINS
FROM THE GRILL
KIDDIES
DESSERTS
BREAKFAST
Served from 7 am to 11 am
Forester Pastries
Mini Croissant, Mini Scone, Artisan Toast with Sweet Preserve, Cream, Cheese, Marmite, Butter
R 85.00
Cheese and Charcuterie
Local Cheeses, Charcuterie, Artisan Toast, Sauerkraut, Hummus
R 140.00
Homemade Granola Yoghurt Bowl
Cooper’s Famous Homemade Granola, Double Thick Greek Style Yoghurt, Burnt Honey, Fresh Fruit
R 65.00
Baked French Toast
Seasonal Fruits, Mascarpone, Local Macadamia Nuts, Tahini-Date Caramel
R 110.00
Smoked Krummelpap
From R 65.00
Hummus Breakfast Bowl
Carrot Hummus, Chopped Middle Eastern Style Chickpea Salad, Pickled Red Onion, Grilled Haloumi, Ciabatta Toast
R 105.00
Substitute Sauteed Tofu
R 20.00
Sourdough Toast
From R 75.00
Kimchi Fried Egg
Potato Hash, 1 Fried Egg, Vegan Kimchi, Mushrooms
R 95.00
Hawthorn Breakfast
2 Eggs, Potato Hash, Grilled Tomato, Sauteed Mushrooms, Streaky Bacon, Beef Boerewors, Toast
R 150.00
Omelettes
From R 100.00
Scrambled Egg
From R 95.00
Poached Egg and Hollandaise
From R 110.00
Croque Madame Sandwich
Old Fashioned Toasted Ham, Mustard, Mature Cheddar Cheese, Bechamel, Sunny Side Up Egg
R 105.00
Side Dishes
From R 15.00
STARTERS
Beetroot and Apple Carpaccio
Beetroot, Fresh Apple, Rocket, Pomegranate, Pistachio Nut Dukkah, Whipped Goat’s Cheese
R 90.00
Soup of the Day
Served with Ciabatta Toast
R 90.00
Baby Squid with Chorizo
Sauteed Baby Squid, Chilli, Garlic, White Wine, Butter, Fresh Parsley, Ciabatta Toast
R 120.00
Sodwana Bay Half Shell Mussel Pot
Cream, White Wine, Ciabatta Toast
R 120.00
Ostrich Tataki
Seared Ostrich, Crispy Garlic, Citrus-Soy Dressing, Miso Aioli
R 120.00
Smoked Krummelpap Hertzoggie
Spiced Lamb Kaiings, Cape Medjool Date Chutney, Smoked Krummelpap, Minted Yoghurt
R 85.00
SALADS
Forester Garden Salad
Mixed Leaves, Apple, Soy Pumpkin Seeds, Seasonal Berries, Blue Cheese, Celery, Cucumber, Yoghurt Dressing
R 125.00
Hawthorn Greek Style Salad
Tomato, Cucumber, Olives, Red Onion, Feta, Peppers Oreganum-Dressing
R 140.00
Roasted Pumpkin and Pearl Barley Salad
Chickpeas, Barley, Mint, Almonds, Pomegranate
R 130.00
“Our Caesar Salad”
Crunchy Lettuce, Parmesan Croutons, Crispy Streaky Bacon, Bokkom Sprinkle, Anchovy Caesar Dressing, Pickled Quail Egg
R 150.00
Fresh Avocado (when available)
R 0.00
Grilled Chicken Breast
R 54.00
LIGHT MEALS
Tagliatelle Napolitana
Slow Cooked Tomato and Basil Sauce, Shaved Parmesan
R 150.00
Rigatoni Bolognaise
Hearty Beef and Tomato Sauce, Shaved Parmesan
R 180.00
Quinoa - Beetroot Burger
Quinoa-Beetroot, Smashed Avocado, Jalapeno, Thin Sweet Potato Fries or Salad
R 160.00
Hawthorn Beef Burger
220g Beef Pattie, Homemade Sesame Bun, Caramelised Onion, Tomato Leather, Blue Cheese Mayo, Rustic Chips or Salad
R 180.00
Pronk Chicken Leg Burger
Deboned Grilled Chicken Leg, Crunchy Slaw, Perinaise, Rustic Chips or Salad
R 165.00
Baharat Spiced Quail
Fruity Pearl Barley Salad, Pomegranate, Parsley, Mint, Pistachio Dukkah
R 190.00
MAINS
Harissa Roasted Cauliflower
Carrot Romesco, Herbed Lentils
R 165.00
Crisp Aubergine Curry
Panko Aubergine, South Indian Curry Sauce, Peanuts, Sticky Coconut Jasmine Rice
R 180.00
Linefish of the Day
Spiced Cauliflower Black Rice, Tamarind-Curry Leaf Broth
R 0.00
Prawn Risotto
Whole Prawns, Saffron, Fish Stock, Prawn Head Butter, Garden Peas
R 295.00
Grilled Prawns
6 x L1 Prawns, Sticky Jasmine Coconut Rice, Lemon, Garlic, Chilli
R 425.00
Seafood Platter
Pan Fried Linefish, Prawns, Sauteed Baby Squid, Creamy Half Shell Mussels, Lemon Butter Sauce, Perinaise, Salad.
Served with either Rustic Chips, Sweet Potato Fries or Sticky Coconut Jasmine Rice
From R 450.00
Free Range Chicken Supreme
Mushroom-Brandy Cream, Seasonal Vegetables
R 200.00
Butter Chicken Curry
Tomato, Fresh Coriander, Cream, Almonds, Basmati Rice, Roti
R 230.00
Honey - Miso Pork Fillet
Creamy Mashed Potato, Crisp Parma Ham, Seasonal Vegetables
R 185.00
Ostrich Espetada
Red Wine-Bay Leaf Marinated Fillet Medallions, Dried Cape Fruits, Garlic Butter, Creamy Mashed Potato
R 265.00
Lamb Rump
Moroccan Spiced, Homemade Labneh, Smoked Eggplant Sesame Puree, Pomegranate, Pistachio
R 295.00
FROM THE GRILL
Beef Fillet 300g
R 320.00
Beef Rib-Eye Steak 300g
R 380.00
Beef Sirloin on the Bone 650g
R 400.00
Served with Sauce of Choice
Roast Garlic Biltong Compound Butter
Tarragon Bearnaise
Bordelaise & Bone Marrow
Creamy Green Peppercorn
Creamy Mushroom & Brandy
Chimichurri
R 0.00
Sides
From R 40.00
KIDDIES
Toasted Cheese Sandwich, Rustic Potato Fries
R 70.00
Chicken Strips, Rustic Potato Fries
R 90.00
Spaghetti
From R 65.00
Kids Beef Burger, Rustic Potato Fries
R 95.00
Vanilla Ice Cream, Chocolate Sauce
R 60.00
DESSERTS
Cake of the Day - per slice
R 80.00
Forester Lemon Meringue
Scorched Meringue, Lemon Curd, Lemon Gelato, Thyme Crumble
R 85.00
Tiramisu
Lady Fingers, Kahlua, Espresso, Cream, Cacao
R 80.00
Chocolate Cremeaux
Rich Chocolate Crème, Brownie Base, Homemade Honeycomb, Pistachio Nuts
R 90.00
Rooibos Botanical Crème Brûlée
Pear, Elderflower & Rooibos Tea, Aniseed Biscuit, Caramel Popcorn
R 65.00
Milktart Affogato
Almond - Cinnamon Gelato, Milktart Liqueur, Sticky Koeksister, Double Espresso
R 95.00
Vegan Coconut Gelato
Black Sesame Brittle, Tahini-Date Caramel
R 85.00
Cheese Plate
3 South African Produced Cheeses, Sweet Preserve, Savoury Biscuits, Honeycomb
R 140.00
