La Vigna Restaurant at Lord Charles Hotel
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Last verified or updated by the venue on 9th Jul 2026.
This menu is a sample menu designed to showcase what the restaurant offers & it may differ from the exact menu available. Kindly contact the restaurant if you have any questions.
Winter Warmer Lunch Menu
WINTER WARMERS - 2 Courses — R285 | 3 Courses — R350
An exclusive seasonal menu crafted for cosy moments, comforting flavours, and indulgent dining this winter
2 Courses — R285 | 3 Courses — R350
STARTERS
Beef Oxtail Ravioli
Handcrafted ravioli filled with slow-braised oxtail, served in a rich tomato & beef broth, finished with crispy leeks and cooling coriander labneh.
or
Chicken Liver Parfait
Velvety chicken liver parfait served with warm toasted brioche, sweet onion marmalade, dill pickles, and a touch of Maldon Sea salt for the perfect winter indulgence.
or
Rustic Minestrone Soup
A hearty homestyle Italian vegetable soup slowly simmered with herbs and seasonal vegetables, served alongside warm garlic & herb bruschetta.
MAIN COURSES
Slow-Braised Beef Short Rib Pie
Tender beef short rib slow-cooked until meltingly soft, wrapped in golden buttery puff pastry and served with velvety squash mash and a warm crunchy green bean salad.
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Panko-Crusted Chicken
Golden crispy chicken fillet served with herb-roasted potatoes tossed in a comforting grainy mustard dressing, roasted butternut and root vegetables, creamy mushroom sauce.
or
Wild Mushroom Risotto (V)
Creamy Arborio rice folded with earthy wild mushrooms, topped with crispy kale, grilled zucchini ribbons, pecorino crisps, and fragrant truffled pesto.
DESSERT
Sticky Toffee Pudding
A warm and comforting classic, rich with dates and drenched in decadent toffee sauce, served with vanilla bean ice cream.
or
Dark Chocolate & Orange Tart
Luxuriously smooth dark chocolate tart infused with bright citrus notes and finished with fresh orange zest.
or
Classic Apple Crumble
Slow-baked cinnamon apples beneath a golden buttery crumble topping, served warm with silky vanilla custard.
2 Courses — R285 | 3 Courses — R350
STARTERS
Beef Oxtail Ravioli
Handcrafted ravioli filled with slow-braised oxtail, served in a rich tomato & beef broth, finished with crispy leeks and cooling coriander labneh.
or
Chicken Liver Parfait
Velvety chicken liver parfait served with warm toasted brioche, sweet onion marmalade, dill pickles, and a touch of Maldon Sea salt for the perfect winter indulgence.
or
Rustic Minestrone Soup
A hearty homestyle Italian vegetable soup slowly simmered with herbs and seasonal vegetables, served alongside warm garlic & herb bruschetta.
MAIN COURSES
Slow-Braised Beef Short Rib Pie
Tender beef short rib slow-cooked until meltingly soft, wrapped in golden buttery puff pastry and served with velvety squash mash and a warm crunchy green bean salad.
or
Panko-Crusted Chicken
Golden crispy chicken fillet served with herb-roasted potatoes tossed in a comforting grainy mustard dressing, roasted butternut and root vegetables, creamy mushroom sauce.
or
Wild Mushroom Risotto (V)
Creamy Arborio rice folded with earthy wild mushrooms, topped with crispy kale, grilled zucchini ribbons, pecorino crisps, and fragrant truffled pesto.
DESSERT
Sticky Toffee Pudding
A warm and comforting classic, rich with dates and drenched in decadent toffee sauce, served with vanilla bean ice cream.
or
Dark Chocolate & Orange Tart
Luxuriously smooth dark chocolate tart infused with bright citrus notes and finished with fresh orange zest.
or
Classic Apple Crumble
Slow-baked cinnamon apples beneath a golden buttery crumble topping, served warm with silky vanilla custard.
R 350.00
LUNCH MENU - STARTERS
ROASTED TOMATO & RED PEPPER SOUP
Slow-roasted tomato & red pepper soup finished with fragrant basil oil, served with warm toasted sourdough for comforting winter dipping.
R 95.00
WARM WILD MUSHROOM SALAD
Thyme-grilled portobello mushrooms, pickled shimejis, baby spinach and whipped feta cream finished with toasted sesame dressing.
R 115.00
CHARRED BEETROOT & LOCAL BUFFALO MOZZARELLA
Salad leaves, almond crumble, naartjies, cucumber ribbons, basil oil, balsamic gel.
R 120.00
WHIPPED CHICKEN LIVER PÂTÉ
Silky chicken liver pâté served with toasted brioche, sweet onion marmalade and dill pickles.
R 125.00
OVEN BAKED CHICKEN WALDORF
Baby Gem lettuce, blue cheese, granny smith apple, celery, walnut dressing.
R 125.00
TOGARASHI FRIED PRAWNS
Pickled cabbage, toasted sesame seeds, radish, cucumber.
R 145.00
LUNCH MENU - STONE-BAKED FLATBREADS
Layered with Roasted Tomato Salsa, Peppers, Red Onion, Gherkins and Shaved Pecorino.
GRILLED CHICKEN
R 110.00
PULLED BEEF
R 125.00
PULLED BEEF
R 175.00
LUNCH MENU - BURGERS
100 PERCENTAGE BONSMARA BEEF
Sesame seeded bun, cheddar, BBQ aioli, slaw, pickles & rustic fries.
R 165.00
CRISPY CHICKEN FILLET
Sesame seeded bun, mozzarella, cajun aioli, slaw, pickles & rustic fries.
R 155.00
SPICED FALAFEL & LENTIL BURGER
Crispy falafel patty, smoked aubergine dip, slaw, pickles and sweet potato fries.
R 145.00
LUNCH MENU - LIGHT MEALS
Bold Flavours, Refined Presentation & Ethically Sourced Produce.
KAROO LAMB SHANK
Slow cooked & infused with warming mediterranean spices, served with creamy mashed potatoes, pickled onion cups, rehydrated peaches, roasted butternut, gremolata, rosemary jus.
R 330.00
CRISPY BATTERED FISH & CHIPS
Golden battered hake served with hand-cut rustic fries, minted mushy peas and house tartar sauce.
R 225.00
BRAISED OXTAIL RAGOUT GNOCCHI
House-made potato gnocchi tossed in slow braised pulled oxtail, pickled shimeji mushrooms, cornichons, finished with pecorino shavings.
R 235.00
GEM SQUASH & LEEK TORTELLINI
Hand-folded tortellini filled with roasted gem squash and feta, served with caramelised onion butter and crispy sage.
R 185.00
HERB-ROASTED CHICKEN SUPREME
Tender chicken infused with herbs, served on a bed of creamy mushroom risotto, with roasted butternut and a thyme jus.
R 230.00
SALDANHA BAY BLACK MUSSELS
Fresh black mussels simmered in rich smoky tomato sauce and served with toasted garlic bread.
R 165.00
LUNCH MENU - GRILLS
All Grills Served With Creamed Spinach, Roasted Brown Mushrooms, Onion Ketchup & Thyme Jus.
250G BONSMARA BEEF SIRLOIN
R 295.00
250G BONSMARA BEEF RUMP
R 285.00
250G PORK BELLY
R 265.00
200G MARKET FISH OF THE DAY
R 280.00
LUNCH MENU - SIDES
To Share or Enjoy Solo.
SWEET POTATO FRIES
R 55.00
HAND CUT POTATO FRIES
R 55.00
SEASONAL VEG WITH GARLIC HERB DRESSING
R 55.00
GREEK SALAD, OLIVES, TOMATOES, FETA, CUCUMBER, RED ONION
R 55.00
LUNCH MENU - SAUCES
MUSHROOM SAUCE
R 35.00
CREAMY PEPPER SAUCE
R 35.00
ARGENTINEAN CHIMICHURRI
R 35.00
CAPER & LEMON SAUCE
R 35.00
DINNER MENU - STARTERS
Small Plates Designed To Awaken The Palate.
KAROO OSTRICH CARPACCIO
Thinly sliced free-range ostrich, apricot & cardamom puree, pickled piccalilli vegetables, pecorino crisp and peppery radish.
R 140.00
SQUID “GREMOLATA”
Flash grilled baby squid & tentacles, crispy chorizo, caper & parsley salsa, served alongside squid ink aioli & skinny fries.
R 155.00
SALT BAKED BEETROOT & FENNEL SALAD
Earthy roasted beetroot with charred naartjie, cucumber, lemon & chive goats cheese croquettes, balsamic gel.
R 115.00
BOCCONCINI & TOMATO SALAD
Fresh & roasted cherry tomatoes, sourdough croutons, basil & tomato dressing.
R 115.00
CHARRED AUBERGINE
Smoky, flame-kissed aubergine with vibrant chickpea tabbouleh, smooth hummus, and roasted sweet potato.
R 105.00
DINNER MENU - PASTA & RISOTTO
Hand-Crafted Italian Staples With A Local Twist.
SEAFOOD RISOTTO
Arborio rice slow cooked in saffron and seafood stock, topped with butter poached prawns, sustainable line fish, mussels and gremolata zest.
R 290.00
BRAISED OXTAIL RAGOUT GNOCCHI
House-made potato gnocchi tossed in slow braised pulled oxtail, pickled shimeji mushrooms, cornichons, finished with parmesan shavings and dried cherry tomatoes.
R 235.00
SPINACH & HOUSE MADE RICOTTA CANNELLONI
Baked in a creamy garlic & parsley sauce and topped with mozzarella, served with sundried tomato pesto.
R 185.00
WILD MUSHROOM RISOTTO
Creamy arborio rice folded with earthy wild mushrooms, topped with crispy kale, grilled zucchini ribbons, pecorino crisps, and fragrant truffled pesto.
R 185.00
DINNER MENU - SOUPS
Comfort In A Bowl, Inspired By The Seasons.
WEST COAST SEAFOOD BISQUE
Rich & creamy shellfish reduction, charred crostini with fennel cream.
R 125.00
RUSTIC MINESTRONE
A hearty homestyle Italian vegetable soup slowly simmered with herbs and seasonal vegetables, served alongside warm garlic & herb bruschetta.
R 95.00
BUTTERNUT & COCONUT SOUP
Velvety soup lightly curried with coconut cream, finished with coriander gremolata and pani puri.
R 85.00
DINNER MENU - MAIN COURSES
Bold Flavours, Refined Presentation & Ethically Sourced Produce.
KAROO LAMB SHANK
Slow cooked & infused with warming mediterranean spices, served with creamy mashed potatoes, pickled onion cups, rehydrated peaches, roasted butternut, gremolata, rosemary jus.
R 330.00
MARKET FISH
Panfried line fish served with smoked potato & caper chowder, tender stem broccoli, green peas, fennel chutney, saffron rouille.
R 290.00
QUEEN PRAWNS (7)
Butter basted prawns tossed in a fragrant coconut laksa sauce, served with warm garlic bruschetta.
R 275.00
SALDANHA BAY BLACK MUSSELS
Fresh black mussels simmered in a smoky catalan tomato sauce and served with toasted garlic bread.
R 165.00
DINNER MENU - GRILLS
Served With Creamed Spinach Filled Brown Mushrooms, Onion Ketchup & Thyme Jus.
250G BONSMARA BEEF SIRLOIN
R 295.00
250G BONSMARA BEEF RUMP
R 285.00
250G PORK BELLY
R 265.00
DINNER MENU - SIDES
To Share Or Enjoy Solo.
SWEET POTATO FRIES
R 55.00
HAND CUT POTATO FRIES
R 55.00
SEASONAL VEG WITH GARLIC HERB DRESSING
R 55.00
GREEK SALAD, OLIVES, TOMATOES, FETA, CUCUMBER, RED ONION
R 55.00
DINNER MENU - SAUCES
MUSHROOM SAUCE
R 35.00
CREAMY PEPPER SAUCE
R 35.00
ARGENTINEAN CHIMICHURRI
R 35.00
CAPER & LEMON SAUCE
R 35.00
DESSERTS
Light, Indulgent or Both.
BITTER CHOCOLATE & ORANGE TART
Silky dark chocolate ganache tart with caramelised orange, orange blossom cream, candied citrus peel and toasted almond praline.
R 110.00
WARM CINNAMON APPLE CRUMBLE
Slow-baked cinnamon apples beneath a golden buttery crumble topping, served warm with silky vanilla custard.
R 95.00
VANILLA CRÈME BRULE
Silky baked vanilla custard with a crisp brûléed sugar crust, served with toasted hazelnut biscotti and winter berry preserve.
R 110.00
ROOIBOS MALVA PUDDING
A rich South African classic infused with rooibos tea, served warm with butterscotch sauce, fig compote and melting vanilla bean ice cream.
R 100.00
RED WINE & GINGER POACHED PEARS
Slow-poached pears in spiced red wine syrup with mascarpone cream, toasted pecans, salted caramel ice cream and ginger snap crumble.
R 105.00
WINELANDS CHEESE PLATTER FOR ONE
Preserves, Fruit Chutney, Spiced Nuts.
R 165.00
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