Cafecito Menu

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  • Specialty Salads

    • Palmacate (Chestnut / Fullerton/Calabasas)

      Mixed greens, hearts of palm, avocado, tomato, cucumber, parsley, mint, citrus dressing | Add Chicken +$4.00
      $13.29
    • Chopped Salad

      Iceburg, hearts of palm, red onion, kalamata olives, garbanzo beans, corn, tomato, pepperoncinis, house vinaigrette | Add Chicken +$4.00
      $12.99
    • Arugula Salad

      Baby arugula, fresh mozzarella, red onion, tomato, red wine vinaigrette | Add Chicken +$4.00
      $12.99
    • Exotica Salad

      Grilled shrimp, spinach, corn, hearts of palm, red onions, avocado, tomato, lemon vinaigrette | Add Chicken $4.00
      $15.99
    • Fresca

      Mixed greens, avocado, tomato, red onions, cilantro, queso fresco, balsamic gaze, red wine vinaigrette | Add Chicken $4.00
      $12.99
    • Shrimp Ceviche

      Mixed greens, shrimp, tomato, corn, avocado, red onion, celery, lime, rocoto pepper, tortilla.
      $13.29
    • Pollo Milanesa (Chestnut / Fullerton)

      Breaded chicken breast, house spices, house salad.
      $15.49
  • Cafe Salads

    • Pasta Salad

      Small $3.99 | Large $7.99
      $3.99
    • Caprese Salad

      Small $3.99 | Large $7.99
      $3.99
    • Red Potato Salad

      Small $3.99 | Large $7.99
      $3.99
    • Roasted Red Peppers

      Small $3.99 | Large $7.99
      $3.99
    • Hearts Of Palm Salad

      Small $3.99 | Large $7.99
      $3.99
    • Tuna And Olive Salad

      Small $3.99 | Large $7.99
      $3.99
    • Black Bean Salad

      Small $3.99 | Large $7.99
      $3.99
    • Jalapeño Hummus

      Small $3.99 | Large $7.99
      $3.99
    • Assorted Olives

      Small $3.99 | Large $7.99
      $3.99
    • Eggplant Salad

      Small $3.99 | Large $7.99
      $3.99
  • Soup & Sides & Starters

    • Cuban Black Bean Soup

      8 oz $3.50 | 16 oz $4.99
      $3.50
    • Caldo Gallego Soup

      8 oz $4.00 | 16 oz $5.99 • White beans onions, spinach, ham, potato, Spanish chorizo, broth.
      $4.00
    • Crema De Pollo (Cream Of Chicken Soup) (Chestnut/Fullerton)

      8 oz $4.00 | 16 oz $5.99 • Chicken, corn, celery, onion, red pepper, bacon, cream.
      $4.00
    • White Rice & Black Beans

      8 oz $3.49 | 16 oz $4.99
      $3.49
    • White Rice

      8 oz $3.00 | 16 oz $4.50
      $3.00
    • Yuca Frita

      $5.99
    • Tostones (Chestnut / Fullerton/Calabasas)

      $4.99
    • Maduros

      $3.49
    • Maraquitas (Chestnut / Fullerton)

      $5.49
    • Croquettes De Jamon (Chestnut / Fullerton)

      $4.49
    • Nachos Cubanos (Chestut/Fullerton)

      Plantain chips, mango pico de gallo, mojo sour cream, guacamole.
      $8.99
    • Proveletta En Plato

      Grilled provolone cheese, roasted red peppers, chimichurri sauce.
      $9.49
  • Pressed Sandwiches

    • Cubano

      Roasted pork, ham, Swiss, pickles, mustard.
      $11.49
    • Palomilla

      Steak, grilled onions, tomato, lettuce, shoestring potatoes.
      $12.29
    • Chimichurri

      Chicken $11.79 | Steak $12.29 • Chicken or steak, tomato, chimichurri sauce.
      $11.79
    • Pollo Arugula

      Chicken, tomato, red onion, arugula, citrus mayo.
      $11.79
    • Pavo

      Turkey breast, bacon, tomato, lettuce, avocado mayo.
      $10.99
    • Jerk

      Caribbean spices, marinated chicken, lettuce, tomato, red onion, habanero lime mayo.
      $11.79
    • Guava-Q

      Roasted pork or chicken, caramelized onions, guava BBQ sauce, jicama slaw.
      $11.79
    • Chivito

      Steak, ham, bacon, fried egg, mozzarella, lettuce, tomato, onion, citrus mayo.
      $12.29
    • Ropa Vieja

      Slow roasted skirt steak, sweet plantains, black beans, tomato creole sauce.
      $12.29
    • Proveletta

      Grilled provolone cheese, roasted red peppers, chimichurri sauce.
      $9.99
    • Margarita

      Tomato, fresh mozzarella, basil, balsamic glaze.
      $10.49
      Margarita
    • Jardin

      Eggplant, roasted peppers, mozzarella, mushroom, arugula, jalapeño hummus.
      $11.29
      Jardin
    • Lechon

      Roasted pork, tomato, arugula, grilled onions.
      $11.79
    • Choripan

      Argentine chorizo, grilled onions, chimichurri sauce.
      $11.79
    • Pollo Chipotle

      Chicken, basil, tomato, mozzarella, chipotle mayo.
      $11.79
    • Atun

      Tuna, lettuce, tomato, red onion, citrus mayo, kalamata olives, roasted peppers.
      $11.79
    • Jamon

      Ham, Swiss, roasted pepper, herb aioli.
      $10.49
    • Elveez

      Sweet plantains, guava jam, peanut butter.
      $9.49
    • Timba

      Guava, Swiss cheese.
      $5.99
    • Tilapia Criolla

      Grilled tilapia, salsa criolla, tomato, lettuce, cilantro lime mayo.
      $12.29
    • El Toro

      Grilled chicken, Mexican chorizo, tomato, Swiss, chimichurri.
      $11.79
    • Mar Y Tierra

      Spanish chorizo, shrimp, tomato, onion, arugala, citrus garlic aioli.
      $12.29
    • Borracho

      Shrimp, tomato, jalapeno, chipotle aioli, Latin slaw.
      $12.29
    • La Costa

      Turkey, mozzarella, chipotle aioli, arugala, avocado, roasted peppers.
      $11.49
    • El Fuego

      Jerk roasted pork, bell peppers, onions, mozzarella.
      $11.99
  • Combos

    • Combo

      Add chips & 16oz soft drink.
      $2.79
    • Black Bean Soup Combo

      Black bean & 16oz soft drink.
      $4.99
    • Caldo Gallego Soup Combo

      Caldo gallego soup & 16oz soft drink.
      $5.79
    • Cafe Salad Combo

      Cafe salad & 16oz soft drink.
      $4.99
  • Breakfast Sandwiches

    • Jamon Con Huevos

      Bacon or ham, eggs, cheese.
      $9.79
    • Huevos Completo

      Steak, ham, eggs, cheese, grilled onions.
      $10.99
    • Huevos Chimichurri

      Eggs, chimichurri, cheese, tomato.
      $9.79
    • Bistec Con Huevos

      Steak, eggs, grilled onions, cheese.
      $10.99
    • Huevos Con Chorizo

      Eggs, chorizo, cheese.
      $9.79
    • Huveos Con Queso

      Eggs, cheese.
      $7.99
    • Pan Con Mantequilla

      Bread and butter.
      $2.49
  • Platters

    • Palomilla

      Thinly sliced steak, grilled onions, raw onions, parsley, lime juice, mojo.
      $16.99
    • Tilapia Criolla

      Grilled tilapia with salsa criolla.
      $16.99
    • Lechon

      Roasted pork, grilled onions, raw onions, parsley, lime juice, mojo.
      $16.49
    • Ropa Vieja

      Slow roasted skirt steak, onions, bell peppers, garlic, tomato creole sauce.
      $16.99
    • Pollo Chimichurri

      Grilled chicken breast with chimichurri sauce.
      $16.49
    • Steak Chimichurri

      Thinly sliced steak, tomato, chimichurri sauce.
      $16.99
    • GuavaQ Chicken

      Grilled chicken, caramelized onions, guava BBQ sauce, jicama slaw.
      $16.49
      GuavaQ Chicken
    • GuavaQ Pork

      Roasted pork, caramelized onions, guava BBQ sauce, jicama slaw.
      $16.49
    • Mojo Shrimp

      Grilled shrimp, citrus garlic mojo, red onions, parsley, tomato.
      $16.99
    • Vaca Frita (Chestnut / Fullerton/Calabasas)

      Pan fried braised beef, bell peppers, onions, sherry wine, lime juice.
      $16.99
    • Corteza Del Mar (Chestnut / Fullerton)

      Plantain crusted tilapia, mango fried rice, sauteed spinach, red onion.
      $16.99
    • Mojo Pescado (Chestnut / Fullerton)

      Sauteed tilapia, tomato, red onion, parsley, citrus garlic mojo.
      $16.99
    • Saltado (Chestnut / Fullerton/Calabasas)

      Steak, tomato, onions, bell peppers, yucca, soy sauce, vinegar, rice and beans.
      $16.99
    • El Fuego Platillo

      Jerk roasted pork, bell peppers, onions, rice and beans.
      $16.79
  • Vegan Specialties

    • Sabor Imposible Sandwich

      Available at All Cafes | Beyond meat, vegan cheese, spinach, onion, pickle, tomato, vegan chipotle mayo.
      $12.79
    • Vegan Pan Con Bistec Sandwich

      Available at All Cafes | Beyond meat, onions, tomato, shoestring potatoes, lettuce, mojo.
      $12.79
    • Vegan Provoletta Sandwich

      Available at All Cafes | Vegan cheese, roasted red peppers, chimichurri.
      $9.99
    • Vegan Vaca Frita Platillo

      Available at All Cafes | Beyond meat, bell peppers, onions, sherry wine, lime juice, rice and beans, plantains.
      $16.99
    • Vegan Saltado Platillo (Chestnut / Fullerton/Calabasas)

      Beyond meat, tomato, onions, bell peppers, yucca, soy sauce, vinegar, rice and beans.
      $16.99
    • Mixto Vegano Platillo

      Available at All Cafes | Beyond meat, rice and beans, yucca, parsley, tomato, chimichurri.
      $16.99
    • El Huevon Breakfast Sandwich (Chestnut / Fullerton)

      Just Egg, Beyond Sausage, chimichurri, guacamole.
      $13.79
    • La Playa Sandwich

      Special | Beyond Sausage, mojo, chimichurri, roasted red peppers, spinach, vegan cheese, vegan chipotle mayo.
      $12.99
    • Salsichon Platillo (Chestnut / Fullerton/Calabasas)

      Beyond Sausage, mojo, grilled peppers, onions, tomato, tostones, rice, black beans.
      $16.99
    • Vegan Pan De Havana (Chestnut / Fullerton)

      Avocado toast, Just Egg, mango, tomato, balsamic glaze.
      $14.99
  • Cuban Coffee

    • Cafecito

      Cuban espresso combined with a teaspoon of sugar.
      $2.69
      Cafecito
    • Cortadito

      Cafecito combined with a tablespoon or two of hot milk.
      $2.89
    • Café Con Leche

      Cafecito added to a glass of steamed milk.
      $3.49
    • Colada

      A pitcher of cafecito. Perfect for sharing!
      $5.79
    • Chocolate

      $3.99
    • Batidos

      Cuban Milkshakes, assorted flavors daily.
      $4.99
  • American Coffee

    • Coffee

      House blend coffee.
      $2.69
    • Cappucino

      $3.29
    • Espresso

      $2.69
      Espresso
    • Caramel Latte

      Ghiradelli Chocolate
      $3.79
    • Mocha Latte

      $3.79
    • Chai Latte

      $4.49
    • Benjamin Teas

      Assortment of Herbal Teas.
      $3.99
    • Extra Espresso Shot

  • Cocktails

    • Mojito

      Rum, simple syrup, mint, lime, soda water.
    • Guajiro

      Cachaca, agave, lime, guava nectar, guava syrup.
    • Setenta Y 5

      Gin, cucumber, lime, simple syrup, guava nectar.
    • Cuban Mule

      Rum, ginger beer, guava nectar, lime.
    • El Vecino

      Vodka, ginger beer, lime juice, cayenne, jalapeño.
    • Daiquari

      Rum, lime, simple syrup.
    • Mango Tajin

      Tequila, agave nectar, lime, mango nectar, jalapeño, tajin rim.
    • Caipirinha

      Cachaca, simple syrup, lime juice.
    • Margarita

      Tequila, cointreau, lime, salt rim.
      Margarita
    • Cuba Libra

      Rum, lime juice, coca cola.
    • Dos Hermanos

      Tequila, mezcal, lime, agave, jalapeno, rocoto.
    • Accidente

      Bourbon, simple syrup, mint, lime, tamarind.
    • Cafecito Viejo

      Bourbon or rum, aromatic and orange bitters, espresso.
    • Cafecito Martini

      Vodka, frangelico, kahlua, espresso.
  • Breakfast Cocktail

    • Bloody Mary

      Our Cafecito recipe.
    • Mangosa

      Mango nectar, prosecco.
    • Mimosa

      Orange juice, prosecco.
      Mimosa
    • Morning Mule

      Vodka, orange juice, ginger beer.
    • Patriota

      Rum, creme de menthe, creme de cacao, Cafecito espresso.
    • Guavosa

      Guava nectar, prosecco.
    • Pepemelo

      Vodka, grapefruit juice, muddled cucumber.
    • CafeRon

      Our cafe con leche with a shot of dark rum.
  • List

    • Champaign Of Beer

      $3.00
    • PBR

      $3.00
    • Red Stripe Lager

      $5.00
    • Revolution Pilsner

      $5.00
    • Stiegl Radler Grapefruit

      $5.00
    • Lagunita's Lil Sumpin"

      $5.00
    • Deschutes Fresh Squeezed IPA

      $5.00
    • Stella Artois

      $5.00
    • Dogfish Head 60min IPA

      $5.00
    • Modelo

      $5.00
    • Corona

      $5.00
    • Pacifico

      $5.00
    • 312 Urban Wheat

      $5.00
    • Allagash White

      $6.00
    • Half Acre Daisy Cutter Pale Ale

      $6.00
    • Ace Guava Cider

      $5.00
  • List

    • Malbec

      $8.00
    • Pinot Noir

      $8.00
    • Cabernet

      $8.00
    • Rose

      $8.00
    • Prosecco

      $8.00
    • Chardonnay

      $8.00
    • Pinot Grigio

      $8.00
    • Sauvignon Blanc

      $8.00
  • Breakfast Platillos

    • El Gringo

      Two fried eggs, bacon, tater tots.
      $10.49
    • Pobrecito

      Two fried eggs over rice and beans, fried plantains.
      $10.99
    • Espanola

      Two fried eggs, Spanish chorizo, potatoes, spinach, onions.
      $14.79
    • Guajiro

      Two ham croquettes, two fried eggs, rice and beans, chimichurri.
      $14.49
    • Cubanismo

      Mexican chorizo, bell peppers, onions over tater tots topped with two fried eggs.
      $14.79
    • Bistec Con Huevos

      Grilled steak, onions, tater tots, two fried eggs, mojo.
      $15.99
    • Ropa Con Papa

      Ropa Vieja over tater tots topped with two fried eggs.
      $15.99
    • Huevos Habaneros

      Two fried eggs, grilled ham, rice and beans, creole sauce.
      $14.99
    • Pan De Havana

      Avocado toast, two fried eggs, mango, tomato, balsamic glaze.
      $13.79
    • Vegan Pan De Havana (Chestnut / Fullerton)

      Avocado toast, Just Egg, mango, tomato, balsamic glaze.
      $14.99
    • Parfait

      Granola, Greek yogurt, berries.
      $8.99
  • Omelettes

    • Fresco

      Tomato, cilantro, queso fresco, avocado.
      $13.99
    • Choricate

      Mexican chorizo, avocado, Swiss cheese.
      $13.99
    • Jamon

      Virginia ham and cheese.
      $13.99
    • Maduro

      Plantain, onion, bell peppers, creole sauce.
      $13.99
    • Jardinero

      Bell peppers, mushrooms, onions, tomato, spinach.
      $13.99
    • Lechon

      Roasted pork, onions, tomato, red onion mojo.
      $13.99
    • Buenos Aires

      Sausage, onions, chimichurri.
      $13.99
  • Pancakes

    • Cafe Con Leche

      Our signature pancake made with a 'Cafecito' reduction sauce.
      $11.99
    • Maduros Con Pina

      Sweet plantains and pineapple.
      $11.99
    • Havana Mambo

      Dark rum and lemon zest.
      $11.99
    • Rojo Y Blanco

      Guava glaze and White Chocolate sauce.
      $11.99
    • Romeo Y Julietta

      Guava glaze and caramel.
      $11.99
    • Tres Leches

      Our three milk glaze and berries.
      $11.99
    • La Fruteria

      Mixed berries.
      $11.99
    • Mangonut

      Mango y coconut.
      $11.99
    • Abuelita

      Chocolate chips, cinnamon, churros.
      $11.99
  • Salads

    • Chopped Salad Tray

      Half Tray (feeds 10-15) $69.95 | Full Tray (feeds 20-25) $119.95
      $69.95
    • Arugala Tray

      Half Tray (feeds 10-15) $69.95 | Full Tray (feeds 20-25) $119.95
      $69.95
    • Fresca Tray

      Half Tray (feeds 10-15) $69.95 | Full Tray (feeds 20-25) $119.95
      $69.95
    • Shrimp Ceviche Tray

      Half Tray (feeds 10-15) $84.95 | Full Tray (feeds 20-25) $159.95
      $84.95
    • Exotica Salad Tray

      Half Tray (No shrimp, feeds 10-15) | Full Tray (Feeds 20-25) • Add Chicken: Half Tray +$34.95 | Full Tray +$64.95 •Add Shrimp: Half Tray +$39.95 | Full Tray +$69.95
      $69.95
    • Cafe Salads

      Half Tray (feeds 10-15) $69.95 | Full Tray (feeds 20-25) $119.95
      $69.95
  • Sandwiches

    • Breakfast Sandwich Tray

      Half Tray (3 selections, feeds 7-10) $84.95 | Full Tray (5 selections, feeds 15-20) $169.95
      $84.95
    • Sandwich Tray

      Half Tray (3 selections, feeds 7-10) $94.95 | Full Tray (5 selections, feeds 15-20) $189.95
      $94.95
  • Entrées

    • Lechon (Roasted Pork) Tray

      Half Tray (feeds 10-15) $94.95 | Full Tray (feeds 20-25) $199.95
      $94.95
    • Steak Chimichurri Tray

      Half Tray (feeds 10-15) $99.95 | Full Tray (feeds 20-25) $209.95
      $99.95
    • Chicken Chimichurri Tray

      Half Tray (feeds 10-15) $94.95 | Full Tray (feeds 20-25) $199.95
      $94.95
    • Tilapia Criolla Tray

      Half Tray (feeds 10-15) $94.95 | Full Tray (feeds 20-25) $209.95
      $94.95
    • Palomilla Tray

      Half Tray (feeds 10-15) $99.95 | Full Tray (feeds 20-25) $209.95
      $99.95
    • Ropa Vieja (Roast Beef) Tray

      Half Tray (feeds 10-15) $99.95 | Full Tray (feeds 20-25) $209.95
      $99.95
    • GuavaQ (Pork Or Chicken) Tray

      Half Tray (feeds 10-15) $94.95 | Full Tray (feeds 20-25) $199.95
      $94.95
    • Mojo Shrimp Tray

      Half Tray (feeds 10-15) $99.95 | Full Tray (feeds 20-25) $209.95
      $99.95
  • Sides

    • Rice & Beans Tray

      Half Tray (feeds 10-15) $59.95 | Full Tray (feeds 20-25) $99.95
      $59.95
    • White Rice Tray

      Half Tray (feeds 10-15) $34.95 | Full Tray (feeds 20-25) $69.95
      $34.95
    • Black Beans Tray

      Half Tray (feeds 10-15) $59.95 | Full Tray (feeds 20-25) $99.95
      $59.95
    • Plantains Tray

      Half Tray (feeds 10-15) $55.95 | Full Tray (feeds 20-25) $99.95
      $55.95
  • Dessert

    • Mixed Pastry Tray

      Half Tray (7-10) $29.95 | Full Tray (feeds 15-20) $59.95
      $29.95

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