There’s nothing like some great bar food when you’re after a meal that’s a little more casual. But sometimes menus can get a little repetitive… and they don’t have quite what you’re looking for. The dish that you want comes with the side that you don’t, or those sweet potato fries you’re craving can’t be found anywhere.

Well, instead of making substitutions to dishes or going off menu, opt the new offerings at The Sideline Bar in The Croke Park, where you’ll get exactly what you’re after every time.

Why? Well, with the new ‘Build Your Own Board’ menu, you get to decide exactly what ends up on your plate. You choose a main and a side from a broad range of different items. Say you’re in the mood for a salad, but want something a little devilish too… you can choose from the variety of light salads on offer, and add some skinny fries to the board. Or maybe you want something a bit heartier, but without chips… how about the spiced lamb rump, with Caesar salad on the side.

There are three choices of Mains – salads, grill and gourmet sandwiches. Choose from one of the following…

Salads

Classic Caesar €8 / €12
Pancetta & croutons

Niçoise €8 / €12
Egg, olives, green beans & tomato

Sprouting Broccoli €8 / €12
Lentil, feta & pomegranate

Spiced Bulgar €8 / €12
Chickpea, squash & yoghurt dressing

ADD Cajun spiced chicken €4

West Cork Crab €12
Apple & avocado

Grill

Piri Piri Chicken €12
Portuguese style half roast chicken

Organic Salmon Fillet €12
Lime & coriander

Beef Striploin €15
Sesame & sweet soy

Grilled Pork Chop €12
Sage & onion butter

Spiced Lamb Rump €15
Moroccan rub

Gourmet Sandwiches

Classic or Vegetarian Club €9
White or grain bread

Mango & Spiced Chicken €9
Folded naan

Toasted Ham & Cheese €7
Sourdough

Hoi Sin Shredded Duck €7
Gluten free wrap

Sweet Potato Burger €7
Salad garnish & beetroot relish

Then, to any of those you add one of the following sides…

• Today’s Soup €4
• Caesar Salad €4
• Mixed Salad €4
• Sweet Potato Wedges €4
• Roast Root Vegetables €4
• Steamed Spinach €4
• Slaw €4
• Potatoes €4 - Chunky chips, skinny fries or creamy mash

If a group of you are feeling in a sharing mood, you can go for the Sharing Board, a luxury fingerfood selection consisting of bite size Falafels, Spring Rolls, Vegetable Samosas, Sweet Potato Chunks & Crispy Prawns. Tangy tamarind & mint dips. For 4 people, it’s €28, for 6 people €42 and for 8 people €56. You can also add a bottle of beer for €5 per person.

For more info on the new Sideline Bar menu, and for booking information, see the website.