Over half a century of serving our members and guests has taught us exactly what people want - a pleasant dining experience providing quality food at a reasonable price. From The Tradies Schnitzel to a carefully selected range of favourites, the Essence menu is designed to satisfy the broadest of tastes. Prepared with the finest ingredients, our steaks are locally sourced from Lost River Meats here in Dickson, and our wines are chosen exclusively from the Canberra cool-climate region. Please place your order with the cashier and quote your table number when ordering. Your meal will be brought to your table. If you have any special requests or food allergies, please advise our friendly staff when you place your order. Enjoy! Surya Maharjan Executive Chef
STARTERS Begin your dining experience with our tantalising starters
SOURDOUGH ROLL 2 / 2.4 GARLIC OR HERB BREAD (4) 7 / 8 SOUP OF THE DAY 10 / 12 served with fresh bread and butter BRUSCHETTA 8 / 10 vine-rippened tomato, red onion, olive oil and basil salsa on sourdough with a balsamic reduction SOUTH COAST OYSTERS subject to availability NATURAL KILPATRICK 1/2 dozen 18 / 22 1/2 dozen 19 / 23 dozen 32 / 38 dozen 33 / 40 TRIO OF DIPS 10 / 12 grilled naan bread served with hummus, beetroot, and semi-dried tomato dips BUFFALO WINGS (6) 10 / 12 buffalo chicken wings served with chipotle sauce CALAMARI TORPEDOES (6) 13 / 16 crumbed calamari torpedoes served with chili aioli MEMBER / GUEST
SCHNITZELS We source the best quality chicken schnitzels and they are impressive, so choose your style and prepare to be wowed ALL CHICKEN SCHNITZELS ARE SERVED WITH YOUR CHOICE OF SAUCE AND TWO SIDES SIDES hot chips creamy mashed potato SAUCES gravy herb and garlic butter diane mushroom green peppercorn hollandaise tartare steamed vegetables fresh garden salad sweet chilli hot english mustard dijon mustard seeded mustard sour cream worchestershire bbq tomato
REGULAR CHICKEN SCHNITZEL 300G 21 / 25 freshly crumbed golden-fried succulent chicken breast served with your choice of sauce and two sides matched with Gallagher Chardonnay or Nick O Leary Riesling LEGENDARY CHICKEN SCHNITZEL 420G 22 / 26 freshly crumbed golden-fried succulent chicken breast served with your choice of sauce and two sides matched with Gallagher Chardonnay or Nick O Leary Riesling CHICKEN SCHNITZEL WITH TOPPINGS choose your schnitzel size, topping, and two sides REGULAR 25 / 30 LEGENDARY 26 / 31 MEXICAN tomato salsa, jalapeños, mozzarella, guacamole, and sour cream MEAT LOVERS tomato sauce, pepperoni, chorizo, salami, and mozzarella PARMIGIANA napolitana sauce, ham, and mozzarella AUSSIE bbq sauce, bacon, fried egg, and mozzarella HAWAIIAN napolitana sauce, ham, pineapple, and mozzarella NEPTUNE S napolitana sauce, garlic prawns, and mozzarella MEMBER / GUEST
LOST RIVER STEAKS Locally sourced from Lost River Meats right here in Dickson. High quality cuts with no added hormones or antibiotics, and cooked to perfection Please advise us when you order how you would like your steak to be cooked: bleu, rare, medium-rare, medium, medium-well, or well done
RIB-EYE 400G 36 / 43 matched with Shaw Vineyard Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Rib eye steak is the cut from the eye of forefront rib area. It is a large, round steak which tends to be marbled with fat. It is very flavoursome and best eaten rare or medium-rare SIRLOIN 300G 28 / 34 matched with Collector Red City Sangiovese Sirloin is a large cut usually taken from the loin of the animal; It is one of our most popular cuts. SCOTCH FILLET 300G 29 / 35 matched with Shaw Vineyard Estate Shiraz This primal cut of beef is considered to be one of the highest quality of meats T-BONE 400G 34 / 41 matched with Helm Wines Cabernet Sauvignon The bone and mixed muscles pose a challenge when cooking as it requires longer cooking times than most other steaks to ensure a proper degree of doneness ALL STEAKS ARE SERVED WITH YOUR CHOICE OF SAUCE AND TWO SIDES SIDES hot chips creamy mashed potato steamed vegetables fresh garden salad SAUCES gravy herb and garlic butter diane mushroom green peppercorn hollandaise tartare sweet chilli hot english mustard dijon mustard seeded mustard sour cream worchestershire bbq tomato MEMBER / GUEST
FAVOURITES A selection of our favourites - the type of dishes that never get old ROAST OF THE DAY ask our staff for today s roast 18 / 22 slow-roasted and served with roast potato, pumpkin, steamed vegetables, and gravy matched with Shaw Vineyard Estate Cabernet Sauvignon LAMB SHANKS SMALL 21 / 25 LARGE 25 / 30 slow-braised lamb shanks served with creamy mash, steamed vegetables, and red wine jus matched with Nick O Leary Shiraz LAMBS FRY 18/22 traditional lambs fry and bacon served on bed of creamy mash with onion gravy matched with Shaw Vineyard Estate Riesling CLASSIC CHICKEN KIEV 22 / 26 crumbed golden-fried chicken breast stuffed with garlic and herb butter served with rice and seasonal vegetables matched with Long Rail Gully Pinot Gris
CRISPY SKIN PORK BELLY 26 / 31 marinated pork belly served with chips, garden salad, and a garlic and chilli infused soy sauce matched with Capital Wines Tempranillo LAMB CUTLETS 34 / 41 four char-grilled lamb cutlets served with creamy mash, seasonal vegetables, and red wine jus matched with Helm Cabernet Sauvignon BANGERS AND MASH 18 / 22 traditional grilled gourmet sausages served with creamy mash and onion gravy matched with Capital Wines Tempranillo COTTAGE PIE 19 / 23 lean beef mince cooked with onion, garlic, tomato, and gravy topped with mashed potato and cheese served with a fresh garden salad matched with Helm Wines Cabernet Sauvignon MIXED GRILL 26 / 31 minute steak, chicken, gourmet sausage, bacon, and fried egg served with chips and a fresh garden salad matched with Collector Red City Sangiovese CHICKEN RISOTTO VO 22 / 26 classic risotto cooked in white wine with succulent chicken, celery, carrot, baby spinach, and aged parmesan matched with Wily Trout Sauvignon Blanc SPINACH AND RICOTTA RAVIOLI V 21 / 25 freshly blanched ravioli cooked in saffron cream sauce finished with baby spinach, semi-dried tomato, and aged parmesan matched with Gallagher Wines Chardonnay MEMBER / GUEST
SEAFOOD If you re a lover of seafood you won t be disappointed with our selection of classic dishes GRILLED BARRAMUNDI OR SALMON 200G 28 / 34 your choice of grilled barramundi or salmon served on bed of saffron risotto with asparagus, oven dried tomato, and a creamy garlic sauce matched with Nick O Leary Riesling PERI-PERI PRAWNS 23 / 28 garlic marinated pan-fried prawns tossed in creamy peri-peri sauce served with steamed rice and seasonal vegetables matched with Shaw Vineyard Estate Semillon Sauvignon Blanc SEAFOOD BASKET 23 / 28 beer-battered fish fillet, crab claws, prawn cutlets, and crumbed squid rings served with chips, garden salad, and tartare sauce matched with Shaw Vineyard Estate Riesling FISH N CHIPS 21 / 25 three pieces of beer-battered fish served with chips, garden salad, lemon wedges, and tartare sauce matched with Wily Trout Chardonnay
SMALL SERVES For those who don t have a large appetite ROAST OF THE DAY 14 / 17 slow-roasted and served with roast potato, pumpkin, steamed vegetables, and gravy matched with Shaw Vineyard Estate Cabernet Sauvignon FISH N CHIPS 16 / 19 two pieces of beer-battered fish served with chips, fresh garden salad, wedge of lemon, and tartare sauce matched with Wily Trout Chardonnay GRILLED BARRAMUNDI FILLET 16 / 19 served on bed of creamy mash with steamed vegetables and garlic butter sauce matched with Nick O Leary Riesling SIRLOIN STEAK 150G 17 / 20 beef sirloin served with chips, steamed vegetables, and gravy matched with Collector Red City Sangiovese LINGUINE À LA PESTO 12 / 14 freshly blanched linguine pasta tossed in a creamy pesto sauce and aged parmesan matched with Gallagher Chardonnay CHICKEN SCHNITZEL 150G 15 / 18 golden-fried crumbed chicken breast served with chips, garden salad, and gravy matched with Gallagher Chardonnay or Nick O Leary Riesling MEMBER / GUEST
SALADS Our salads are fresh and packed with flavour THE TRADIES CAESAR SALAD 17 / 20 succulent chicken schnitzel sliced and served on a bed of fresh cos lettuce with crispy bacon, poached egg, croûtons, shaved parmesan, and caesar dressing ROAST VEGETABLE SALAD V 17 / 20 basil and garlic marinated roast vegetables with quinoa, rocket, feta, and a balsamic glaze THAI BEEF SALAD 17 / 20 an aromatic asian salad with lightly cooked beef, coriander, capsicum, cucumber, onion, and tomato tossed in a ginger and lemongrass dressing
JUNIORS If you have a little one in tow, these dishes will please the fussiest of eaters HAWAIIAN PIZZA 13 / 16 six-inch pizza base topped with ham, pineapple, and mozzarella. served with chips and tomato sauce CHICKEN NUGGETS (8) 13 / 16 golden-fried chicken nuggets served with chips and tomato sauce FISH FINGERS (8) 13 / 16 golden-fried fish fingers served with chips and tomato sauce ALL JUNIOR MEALS INCLUDE A SOFT DRINK OR JUICE MEMBER / GUEST
SIDES & SAUCES If you love our sides like we do then why not order extra for your table? HOT CHIPS V 6 / 7 CREAMY MASH POTATO V 6 / 7 STEAMED VEGETABLES V 6 / 7 FRESH GARDEN SALAD 6 / 7 V SAUCES 2 / 2.4 gravy herb and garlic butter diane mushroom green peppercorn hollandaise tartare sweet chilli hot english mustard dijon mustard seeded mustard sour cream worchestershire bbq tomato
WINE LIST Wineries within Canberra s cool-climate wine region are considered some of the best in the world, with an impressive range of accolades and awards. We hope you enjoy our selection of local wines and thank you for supporting the Canberra region.
SPARKLING SHAW VINEYARD ESTATE SPARKLING CUVEE 7/27 8/32 a soft citrus/lemon palate, balanced with delicate acidity and natural sweetness WILY TROUT BLANC DE BLANC 9.5/42 11/50 crisp apples, subtle lemon sherbet, and a balanced acid finish GALLAGHER DUET 38/46 vibrant grapefruit and fresh apple flavours with a clean and crisp finish ROSE FOUR WINDS ROSE 9/39 11/47 apricots, white peach and bright cherry characters RIESLING SHAW VINEYARD ESTATE RIESLING 7/27 8/32 kaffir lime and lemon nose with a vibrant soft palate of subtle lime inspired acidity NICK O LEARY RIESLING 9/39 11/47 the palette is generous with a powerful mix of granny smith apple and freshly squeezed lime HELM CLASSIC RIESLING 49/59 fresh, aromatic, lime and crisp apple flavours, perfectly balanced with a refreshing finish
SAUVIGNON BLANC AND SEMILLON WILY TROUT SAUVIGNON BLANC 8/33 10/40 crisp nettles and green guava finishing off with balanced lemon acidity GALLAGHER WINES SAUVIGNON BLANC 8/33 10/40 fruit dominant and full flavoured, the palate is clean and round with good balance SHAW VINEYARD ESTATE SEMILLON SAUVIGNON BLANC 7.5/30 9/36 a palate of fresh tropical fruits and juicy lime supporting a fresh line of citrus acidity PINOT GRIS LONG RAIL GULLY PINOT GRIS 8/33 10/40 full of flavour and complexity with stone fruit, peach, and pear are abundant CHARDONNAY GALLAGHER CHARDONNAY 7.5/30 9/36 the palate is long with good fruit sweetness and depth of flavour and a creamy texture and balance WILY TROUT CHARDONNAY 36/43 a complex wine with creamy cashew and savoury nuances SLIGHTLY SWEET SHAW VINEYARD ESTATE RISCATO 6.5/24 8/29 a clean fresh palate with fruit flavours of watermelon, cherry, and lime MEMBER / GUEST
PINOT NOIR WILY TROUT PINOT NOIR 8.5/36 10/43 the palate has flavours of spicy dark cherries and plums over some meaty cedar and dried herb infusions YARRH PINOT NOIR 9.5/42 11/50 the flavours are complemented by a note of charry oak, smooth fine tannins and good acid MERLOT SHAW VINEYARD ESTATE MERLOT 6.5/24 8/29 the palate shows juicy plums and blueberries with hints of cranberry and a nice soft texture CAPITAL WINES THE BACKBENCHER MERLOT 10/44 12/53 this wine displays a rich spectrum of plum and spiced berry fruits with a pleasing and approachable texture RED BLENDS COLLECTOR RED CITY SANGIOVESE 9.5/42 11/50 spiced redcurrant, mulberry, and tobacco yield to a rich palate framed by cherries, hints of tar and firm savoury tannins FOUR WINDS SANGIOVESE 44/53 a juicy and rich fruit character with hints of blackberry, cherry, and raspberry CAPITAL WINES THE AMBASSADOR TEMPRANILLO 10/44 12/53 hints of red spicy berrries, licorice, raspberries and cherry
CABERNET SAUVIGNON SHAW VINEYARD ESTATE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 6.5/24 8/29 the palate is sweet fruited and juicy with pervading characters of blackberry jam and blueberry which is approachable, soft, and gentle HELM WINES CABERNET SAUVIGNON 8.5/36 10/43 a beautiful wine with soft tannins, rich cherries, dark fruits, and a sweet oak finish SHIRAZ SHAW VINEYARD ESTATE SHIRAZ 6.5/24 8/29 a palate of blackberry, redcurrant and spice, balanced oak with a long finish NICK O LEARY SHIRAZ 10/44 12/53 dark berry fruits and delivers a silky textured mouth feel, which finishes with long fine tannins LONG RAIL GULLY SHIRAZ 43/52 a rich elegant and complex wine, packed with spice, red fruits, and plum SMALL BOTTLES LOCK AND KEY SPARKLING CHARDONNAY (200ml) 9/11 fresh and bright with golden apple, spice, and more summer berries LONG RAIL GULLY PINOT GRIS (375ml) 14.5/17 full of flavour and complexity, stone fruit, peach and pear are abundant LONG RAIL GULLY SHIRAZ (375ml) 14.5/17 a rich elegant and complex wine, packed with spice, red fruits, and plum MEMBER / GUEST