BOLAT a sub-sahran culinary excursion Restaurant & Lounge

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At Bolat, we believe that food is a window into any culture. It helps to arouse our curiousity about new cultures, and when it is presented deliciously enough, it can foster a lifelong journey of cultural immersion. So come visit us and let our menu be your guide as you experience a moment of cultural and culinary adventure.

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How to eat Fufu (West African dough ball)

How to eat Fufu (West African dough ball)

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Bolat Cocktails __________ ____________ ___________ London Iced Tea Gin, Rum, Amarretto, Simple syrup, Fresh lemon juice, Cola, Lime garnish Peach Melissa Goslings rum, Simple syrup, Fresh orange juice, Fresh lemon juice, Peach puree Salt and Pepper Highball Hendrick’s gin, Fresh lemon juice, Simple syrup, Fresh grapefruit juice, Angostura bitters PalmTini Palm Wine (Imported from Nigeria), St. Germains, Dragon Bleu ultra premium Vodka AKM Our twist on a French Martini. Stoli Raspberry, Chambord, Pineapple Juice Tiger's Eye Bombay Sapphire Gin, simple syrup, 3 fresh basil leaves Bolat Manhattan Not all manhattans are made with whisky. Gosling Black Rum, sweet vermouth, Angostura orange bitters Hibiscus Mojito Dark Rum, Lime, Mint, Bissap (Hibiscus made in House ) African Hot Punch Recipe Brandy, White rum, simple syrup, Bolat fruit juice mix African Violet Martini Cocktail Chambord, grape juice, lime juice Queen Nefertiti Domaine De Canton, Bissap (Hibiscus Flower), champagne Dark and Stormy Your Choice Goslings dark rum, Absolut Pepper, or Absolut Citron, Fill with House Made Ginger Beer BEERSIMPORTS HOUSE BEER DOMESTICSHEINEKEN BELDER BEER BUDWEISERSTRONG BOW BUD LIGHTHARP MILLER LITEGUINESSSTAR* GUILDER* RED STRIPESCORONA *SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY DUE TO IMPORTING RESTRICTIONS. WINE LIST RED WHITEExcelsior Cabernet Sauvignon (South Africa) Landshut Shut Riesling (Germany)Goats Do Roam (South Africa) Goat Do Roam (South Africa) Winking Owl Merlot (Cal) Winking Owl Chardonnay (Cal.)Winking Owl Cabernet Sauvignon (Cal.) Palm Wine (Nigeria)Vina Decana (Spain) Honey Wine (Ethiopian) HARD SPIRITSGINS TEQUILA COGNAC TANQUERAY MILAGRO HENNESSY VSNEW AMSTERDAM JOSE CUERVO SILVER MEUKOWHENDRICKS JOSE CUERVO GOLD MEUKOW VANILLA RIGHTS 1800 SILVERBOMBAY SAPPHIRE 1800 GOLDVODKAS WHISKEYS BRANDYABSOLUT WILD TEA JOHNNIE WLAKER BLACK E&J VSOPABSOLUT JOHNNIE WLAKER REDGREY GOOSE JAMISONTITO’S HAND MADE GLENFIDDICHEFFEN CROWN ROYAL 1792 TEMPLETON RYE JACK DANIELS LIQUEUR NON-ALCOHOLICS TEAS/COFFEE VEEV ACAI SPIRIT BISSAP JUS (HOUSE MADE) ORGANIC WHITE TEAST. GERMAINE HONEY BUSH TEA ORGANIC GREEN TEAORIGINE HUCKLEBERRY MANGO JUICE ROOIBOC TEAORIGINE POMEGRANATE GINGER BEER (HOUSE MADE) KENYAN COFEEGRAND MARNIERCOINTREAUBAILEYSAMARULACHAMBORDMALIBU AFTER DINNER COCKTAILSTOXIC MARTINIGrand marnier, malt, mango juiceTHE PURPLE SLIDEBaileys, merlot, juice cocktailZULU DREAMAmarula, Kenyan coffee, guinness

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At Bolat, we believe that food is a window into any culture. It helps to arouse our curiousity about new cultures, and when it is presented deliciously enough, it can foster a lifelong journey of cultural immersion. Upon ARRIVAL, you can start your journey with a sweet( grilled plantains), savory (suya/tsire), or spicy (pepper soup) note to warm you up to the next level of adventure. From our adventurous menu, you can pick from entres inspired from different parts of Africa. From the East (Kenyan and Ethiopian delights), West (Ghana, Nigeria, and Senegal) and the Carribean (Jamaica). We stay true to our origin by using the most authentic ingredients at all time. Our menu strikes a perfect balance of preserving the past, while also noting all forms of influences that have impacted African culinary cultures through the ages. These influences can be experienced through a SWEET ENDING to your adventure with a selection of mouth watering and sumptuous desserts that will leave you wanting more. So come visit us and let our menu be your guide as you experience a moment of cultural and culinary adventure.

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BOLAT INTERIOR
SUYA
GOAT PEPPER SOUP
GRILLED PLANTAIN
PEANUT SOUP
SALMON COUCOUS
WATCHEY AND TILAPIA
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LEMON ZEST SALAD
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GATOU FLAN
MEAT PIES
JERK CHICKEN
STEAK AND SHRIMP SALAD
SEGA WAT
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GOAT PEPPER SOUP
NYAMA CHOMA

BOLAT INTERIOR
SUYA
GOAT PEPPER SOUP
GRILLED PLANTAIN
PEANUT SOUP
SALMON COUCOUS
WATCHEY AND TILAPIA
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LEMON ZEST SALAD
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GATOU FLAN
MEAT PIES
JERK CHICKEN
STEAK AND SHRIMP SALAD
SEGA WAT
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GOAT PEPPER SOUP
NYAMA CHOMA

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NYE 20122011'S LAST FLIGHT TO AFRICATHREE COURSES + FREE CHAMPAGNE TOAST ALL FOR $20.12FRIDAY 3OTH AND SAT. 31STRESERVATION GREATLY SUGGESTED2012 SCHEDULED EVENTSWEDNESDAY WINE SOCIALJoin us as we celebrate friendship, partnership, relationship and simply, the good life with special South African wine selection from our sponsor, Heritage wine cellar UNLIMITED SOCIAL THURSDAYSENJOY UNLIMITED SUPPLY OF SUYA (MARINATED SKIRT STEAK) ALONG WITH A FREE TASTING OF OUR HOUSE BEER WHILE LISTENING TO SPECIAL GROOVES FROM OUR HOUSE DJ AND VIBING WITH GOOD PEOPLE. HOUSE JUNKIES FRIDAYSCAFE BON VIVANTEvery Saturday and Sunday morning (brunch: starting in spring) enjoy an ecclectic selection of great African Coffees paired with exceptionally prepared African inspired brunch selection.

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BOLAT a sub-sahran culinary excursion Restaurant & Lounge

3346 N. CLARK ST.

CHCAGO, IL., 60657

773-665-1100

773-665-1116

FOR RESERVATIONS (BOOKINGS) PHONE:BOLAT Restaurant & Lounge3346 North Clark St.Chicago, IL. 60657-773-665-1100PLEASE NOTE: WE DO NOT ACCEPT EMAIL RESERVATIONS / BOOKINGSTo avoid disappointment please phone our restaurant directly. Thank you.Hours of OperationMon - Thurs. 5p - 10pFri - Sat. 5p - 12aSundays open for private event and large groups (10<) reservations only

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