Lunch Menu

Focaccia & Dips

Freshly baked in-house each morning, our focaccia is brushed with olive oil, kissed by fire, and served warm with Xplorers’ signature dips and spreads — perfect for sharing over sunset drinks. Small for single or large for sharing. Creamy roasted-garlic hummus drizzled with olive oil and dusted with paprika, served warm for sharing. Smoky roasted-eggplant dip with tahini, garlic, and lemon — silky and bold, perfect for dipping. Two Xplorers classics side-by-side: roasted-garlic hummus and smoky baba ghanoush, drizzled with olive oil and spices. Sweet semi-dried tomatoes and our slow-cooked onion jam — the perfect balance of sweet, savoury, and tangy. Sri Lankan date-and-tamarind achcharu paired with vibrant basil-cashew pesto — island meets Italian. Two Mediterranean classics — creamy roasted-garlic Toum and fluffy Lebanese-style hummus, served with warm house focaccia for dipping and sharing. Corn nachos with grilled cheese, and chili salsa.

Japanese-Inspired Menu

Fire, flavour & freshness — from ocean to grill. An elegant selection of fresh raw fish slices — delicate, chilled, and served with wasabi, pickled ginger, and soy. Chicken or Prawn & Pork or vegetarian pot sticker dumplings homemade pan-fried dumplings with a golden crispy edge. Japanese noodle bowl with slow-cooked broth, and traditional ramen noodles topped with mushrooms, veges and a soft egg. House made by our Samurai of Sushi Glazed pineapple alongside marinated cucumber and a serving of wood ear mushrooms in special Asian sauce

Burgers

At Xplorers by the Sea, every burger is crafted fresh daily — our patties hand-pressed from premium local ingredients, and each one finished with our own signature sauces and pickles for that unmistakable Xplorers flavour. Smashed beef patty with cheese, grilled onions, house burger sauce, pickles, and fries Fried fish with lime aioli, lettuce, tomato, pickles, and fries Deep-fried marinated chicken thigh with lettuce, tomato, onion jam, and fries A chunky house-made prawn patty seared golden and stacked on a soft bun with crisp lettuce, fresh herbs, and our zesty mango–lime salsa. Finished with a smear of chilli mayo for that perfect coastal kick. Light, juicy, and full of ocean flavour. Grilled tofu and vegetable patty with coconut-chilli aioli, lettuce, pickles, tomato, and fries

Tacos – (GF)

At Xplorers by the Sea, every taco begins the traditional way — with pure corn flour, hand-pressed and cooked fresh in-house each day. No shortcuts, no gluten — just the real deal. Soft, warm, and full of soul, our tacos are filled with fresh local produce, bold island flavours, and a hint of fire from the grill. All our tacos are gluten free (GF) Grilled shrimp with zesty mango salsa and lime-chilli mayo Slow-cooked Sri Lankan beef curry wrapped in a soft corn taco with lime-coriander cream Lightly battered seafood with citrus aioli and pickled onion Crispy marinated chicken thighs with house slaw and chipotle mayo Spiced jackfruit and toasted cashews with coconut-lime

Salads & Sides

Fresh, bright, and full of colour — our salads celebrate the island’s bounty. Made with crisp garden greens, tropical fruits, and dressings crafted in-house each day. Sweet mango, crisp cucumber, and herbs tossed in a cool lime–mayo dressing. Creamy, tropical, and vibrant. Ripe tomatoes, cucumber, onion, and coriander tossed with lime, orange, and kithul treacle. Colourful, zesty. Crunchy cabbage and carrot with pickled beetroot, feta, and our mustard–lime dressing. Tangy, vibrant. Crisp, colourful, and vibrant mix of fresh greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, herbs, and seasonal vegetables tossed with our light house vinaigrette. Refreshing, simple, and full of flavour. Sweet carrots roasted in honey butter until glazed. Tossed through garlic butter & cracked pepper. Bright, tangy pickled garden mix with herbs & olive oil. Two warm slices of our house-baked focaccia, lightly toasted, salted and brushed with olive oil. Perfect for dipping, sharing, or soaking up all the good stuff.

Italian Style FOCACCIA Sandwiches

Dine in or take away, it’s a meal in your hands Fresh mozzarella, ripe tomato, grilled peppers, pesto & basil leaves, Cucumber, olive oil, cracked pepper. Simple, clean, perfect. Lemon-herb grilled chicken, basil pesto, roasted capsicum, rocket, parmesan shave. House tuna mix, capers, dill, mayo, red onion, cucumber and feta. Slices of sticky pork belly, crunchy slaw, chilli-lime mayo. Sicilian eggplant & peppers caponata, ricotta, basil, toasted crushed cashews. Thin-sliced roast beef, cowboy butter spread, caramelised onion Grilled peppers, cucumber, Dijon. Garlic-chilli grilled prawns, mango salsa, lettuce, cucumber, light lime mayo. Charred vege, eggplant, peppers, red onion, hummus, herbs. Crispy fried chicken, lime mayo, lettuce, cucumber, pickles. House meatballs, marinara sauce, cucumber, mozzarella, basil

Desserts

Sweet endings from jungle to sea — handmade with buffalo milk, coconut, fruit, and local honey. Creamy coconut sago with mango purée, topped with fresh mango and wild bee honey. Caramelised pineapple brushed with kithul syrup, served with coconut ice cream and toasted coconut. Frozen bananas dipped in dark chocolate, served with ice cream and kithul honey drizzle. Soft mochi filled with creamy mango and wrapped in a tropical burst of sweetness. Chewy mochi with a refreshing blend of seasonal fruits for a cool, juicy finish Silky cashew-infused mochi with a lightly roasted nutty crunch in every bite.

Little Xplorers

with dipping sauce. golden + crunchy (V) soft inside, fun outside (V) soft bun, big smiles Warm, creamy and sweet The kids’ favourite choc or vanilla or one of each (Orange / Mango / Pineapple) (Chocolate / Vanilla) coke, sprite, ginger beer