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Abuelas meatball/ creole pomodoro.basil ricotta foam
Burrata n greens/ arugula.heirloom tomatoes.onions.fig.balsamic
Caldo gallego/ chorizo.cannelini beans.cabbage.jamon.potato
Wood fired pizza/ margherita/ ricotta pesto prosciutto/ caramelized onion 4 cheese/
Chocolate torte / berries.expresso ganache.coconut
Coconut panacotta/ berries.biscoff
Passion fruit/ creme brulee
Alcapurria de carne/ plantain beef fritter
Chicken empanadas/ cilantro aioli
Bolita de queso/gouda bite.spiced guava sauce
Guineitos en escabeche/pickled green bananas
Bacalaito/ cod fritter
Shrimp toston/ toston stuffed with shrimp
Sopa de calabaza /pumpkin cream soup. semillitas.cilantro
Chicharrones de pollo/ cilantro mojo
Ensalada de aguacate/ avocado.pickled tomatoes n onions.farmers cheese.passion fruit vin.crispy garbanzos
Bistec encebollado/pan steak and onion.yellow rice w/beans.sweet plantains
Pastelon de fricasse de pollo / sweet plantain lasagna.bechamel.queso fundido.ensalada
Mofongo de langosta/ lobster in creole sauce
Pernil(roast pork)/ yellow rice with pigeon peas.yuca in mojo
Island mahi/ malanga mash.island mojo.arañitas(crispy plantain).escabeche veg
Ginger pound cake/ tres leches cream
Abuela's tembleque / coconut custard.honey comb crumb.candied ginger
Cheese flan / spiced guava.biscoff crumb sauce
Cheese flan / spiced guava sauce.maria crumble
Passion fruit/ creme brulee.fresh fruit
Bolita de queso /gouda croquette.spiced guava sauce
Tuna tartare tostada /yuzu.avocado.cucumber.chili crunch
Chicken yakitori /japanese skewers.green onion.sesame
Street corn salad /cilantro.greens.queso fresco.lime dressing
Pickled vegetable salad /pickled carrots cucumber breadfruit.bok choy.coriander.furikake.ginger lime drssing
Sopa de calabaza /pumpkin cream soup. semillitas.cilantro
Lentil and carrot hummus/ root vegetable chips
Churrasco /grilled skirt steak.sweet potato hash.charred onion chimichurri.shishito peppers
Island mahi /taro root puree.island mojo.arañitas(crispy plantain).escabeche
Mofongo de camaron /mongolian shrimp.toasted coconut
Abuela's tembleque / coconut custard.honey comb crumb.candied ginger
Ginger pound cake tres leches
Passion fruit/ creme brulee
Beef or braised chicken empanadillas golden pastry with a delicate crunch, filled with your choice of savory beef or tender chicken simmered in puerto rican seasonings. served warm, when the filling is at its most fragrant and the crust is still crisp
Cheddar-stuffed sorullitos · spicy mayo puerto rican cornmeal fritters with a golden exterior and a warm, melted-cheddar center. the house spicy mayo adds just enough heat to play against their gentle sweetness
Stuffed potato fritters (rellenos de papa): creamy mashed potatoes filled with your choice of seasoned ground beef or stewed chicken, lightly breaded and fried until golden, served with our signature puerto rican dipping sauce
Crispy golden tostones topped with a lime-marinated grain salad with brunoise red onion, sweet peppers, and jalapeño—zesty, savory, and a clean spicy snap
Tostones · house mayo-ketchup green plantains fried until golden, pressed and fried again for crisp edges and a tender center. served hot with my house mayo-ketchup for dipping—the kind of plate everyone reaches for
Mini coquito welcome shot a small welcome shot of house-made puerto rican coquito, creamy, lightly spiced, and perfectly chilled. a festive island tradition to start the experience. (non-alcoholic version available upon request.)
Welcome cocktail: choose the smooth, fragrant warmth of coconut, the bright tartness of passion fruit, or the sweet-and-sour depth of tamarind. a refreshing first sip to set the mood for the evening. each flavor can also be prepared as a mocktail
Passion fruit shrimp ceviche: fresh shrimp cured in passion fruit citrus, red onion, cilantro, and a touch of caribbean heat. bright, refreshing, and vibrant
Cream of malanga · recao oil a silky malanga soup layered with roasted garlic, puerto rican aromatics and fragrant recao oil
Tropical salad · citrus vinaigrette fresh greens and tropical accents dressed with your choice of lime or passion fruit vinaigrette. colorful and refreshing, with enough brightness to lead beautifully into the main course
Pan-seared pork chops seasoned pork chops cooked until golden, finished with light garlic mojo
Puerto rican chicken fricassee tender chicken slowly braised with sofrito, peppers, potatoes, olives and a savory tomato-based criollo sauce. served with white rice, habichuelas guisadas and sweet maduros
Carne frita encebollada marinated pork cooked until tender inside with beautifully golden edges, finished with seasoned sautéed onions and concentrated pan juices. served with plantain-and-yuca mofongo and house mayo-ketchup
Guava bbq ribs slow-cooked pork ribs glazed with a smoky, tangy and lightly sweet guava barbecue sauce. served with cheddar mashed potatoes and citrus cabbage slaw
Pernil asado en sus jugos slow-roasted puerto rican pork shoulder seasoned with garlic, oregano and citrus, finished with crisp skin and its concentrated natural juices. served with arroz con gandules, sweet maduros and seasonal vegetables
Mojo-roasted chicken · yuca escabeche chicken roasted with garlic, citrus and oregano until tender, with flavorful golden edges. served with yuca escabeche—cassava dressed with onions and a lively, tangy marinade
Salmon or mahi-mahi in creole sauce · garlicky vegetables: served with a vibrant criolla sauce of tomato, peppers, onions and herbs. vegetables finished with garlic round out a colorful plate with coastal character
Boricua brioche bread pudding · rum caramel soft brioche baked into a rich, custardy bread pudding with golden edges. served warm with rum caramel for a dessert that feels both familiar and worthy of a celebration
Tropical carrot cake moist, warmly spiced carrot cake with tropical notes and a creamy finish. tender, fragrant and just indulgent enough to close a generous island dinner
Cheese & vanilla flan · guava sauce & toasted coconut silky cheese-and-vanilla custard beneath a delicate caramel, finished with guava sauce and toasted coconut. creamy, fruity and lightly crisp in the final bite
Coquito tres leches vanilla sponge soaked in coconut, condensed milk, warm spices and traditional coquito flavors, finished with lightly sweetened whipped cream
Criollo empanada duo · house mayo-ketchup: golden handmade empanadas filled with tender pollo guisado and puerto rican-style seasoned beef, served with my signature mayo-ketchup
Cheese-stuffed sorullitos · signature spicy mayo crisp puerto rican cornmeal fritters with warm melted-cheese centers, accompanied by a creamy house spicy mayo
Crispy tostones · fresh bean salad twice-fried green plantains topped with a refreshing salad of tender beans, peppers, cilantro and citrus
Cream of malanga · recao oil a silky malanga soup layered with roasted garlic, puerto rican aromatics and fragrant recao oil
Avocado & citrus garden salad fresh greens, creamy avocado, citrus segments, shaved vegetables and an ají dulce citrus vinaigrette
Pernil asado en sus jugos slow-roasted puerto rican pork shoulder seasoned with garlic, oregano and citrus, finished with crisp skin and its concentrated natural juices. served with arroz con gandules, sweet maduros and seasonal vegetables
Churrasco · chimichurri criollo tender grilled skirt steak finished with a bright puerto rican-style chimichurri of garlic, herbs, citrus and olive oil. served with plantain-and-yuca mofongo and garlic-lemon broccolini
Chillo en salsa criolla local snapper, subject to market availability, prepared with garlic, citrus and herbs and finished with a vibrant tomato, pepper and onion salsa criolla. served with creamy yuca mash and roasted seasonal vegetables
Mojo-roasted chicken juicy chicken marinated with orange, lime, roasted garlic, oregano and puerto rican spices, roasted until tender with beautifully caramelized edges. served with white rice, habichuelas guisadas and sweet maduros
Coquito tres leches vanilla sponge soaked in coconut, condensed milk, warm spices and traditional coquito flavors, finished with lightly sweetened whipped cream
Vanilla & cream cheese flan silky puerto rican-style cream cheese custard with vanilla, fresh citrus zest and a deep homemade caramel
Gratinated squid rings
Bullabesa soup
Nicoya salad (tuna, feta cheese, mint and watermelon sauce)
Tropical shrimp salad
Sexy shrimps (shrimp stuffed with mozzarella cheese, wrapped in bacon)
Salmon or tuna sashimi
Bruschetta with anchovies
Clams in lemon sauce
Grilled octopus with garlic sauce accompanied by risotto
Lobster thermidor and vegetables
Stuffed squid with mushrooms accompanied by wild rice and arugula salad
Red snapper stuffed with seafood, patatas bravas and asparagus
Baked pears with blue cheese, walnuts and honey
Chocolate volcano with mandarin snow
Passion fruit cheesecake
Upside down orange cake
Mini coquito welcome shot a small welcome shot of house-made puerto rican coquito, creamy, lightly spiced, and perfectly chilled. a festive island tradition to start the experience. (non-alcoholic version available upon request.)
Puerto rican cheese & guava bites creamy local puerto rican cheese paired with sweet guava paste, served in bite-size portions that highlight the island’s classic sweet-and-savory balance
Crispy bacalaítos with lemon aioli light and crispy puerto rican cod fritters, golden-fried and served with a fresh lemon aioli for a bright, coastal finish
Passion fruit shrimp ceviche: fresh shrimp cured in passion fruit citrus, red onion, cilantro, and a touch of caribbean heat. bright, refreshing, and vibrant
Coconut arepitas with caribbean salt cod: light coconut arepitas topped with tender caribbean-style salt cod sautéed with peppers, onions, and herbs
Crispy tostones with garlic mojo & fresh pico: golden crispy tostones served with garlic mojo and fresh tomato pico for a bold, authentic puerto rican bite
Angus skirt steak choice of sauce (chose one) : criolla, roasted pepper cream, or mushroom butter & wine
Stuffed mofongo (choice of protein): mashed green plantains blended with garlic and olive oil, formed and stuffed with your choice of savory fillings. a signature puerto rican dish rich in flavor and texture
Sweet plantain lasagna (pastelón): layers of sweet ripe plantains, seasoned ground beef, and melted cheese baked together into puerto rico’s beloved comfort classic — sweet, savory, and deeply satisfying
Fresh local fish in creole sauce: fresh local fish gently simmered in a vibrant creole-style sauce with peppers, onions, tomato, and herbs, capturing the bright and coastal flavors of the island
Puerto rican chicken stew: tender chicken slowly braised with sofrito, potatoes, olives, and traditional island seasonings. a comforting and flavorful dish rooted in puerto rican home cooking
Tropical coconut & vanilla flan silky coconut and vanilla custard topped with golden caramel, inspired by puerto rico’s classic flan with a tropical twist
Puerto rican coquito tres leches a rich and moist tres leches cake infused with traditional coquito flavors — coconut, cinnamon, and warm island spices
Guava & cream cheese cheesecake creamy cheesecake layered with sweet guava, blending puerto rico’s iconic sweet-and-savory flavors into a smooth and decadent dessert
Crispy tostones with garlic sauce golden fried plantains served with house garlic sauce and mayo-ketchup
Fresh island salad mixed greens, tomatoes, shredded carrot, and light citrus vinaigrette
Puerto rican chicken stew tender chicken braised with sofrito, potatoes, olives, and island spices
Pan-seared pork chops seasoned pork chops cooked until golden, finished with light garlic mojo
Classic cheese flan smooth caramel custard with hints of vanilla
Classic tres leches cake soft sponge cake soaked in three milks, lightly sweet and comforting
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