La Cantera Restaurant Menu

4.2
(975+ Reviews)
  • Customer Favorites

    Our most frequently ordered and highly rated selections.
    • Consomé y Arroz o Arepa / Chicken Giblets Soup and Rice

      Chicken giblets soup with choice of rice or arepa (a type of cornmeal cake).
      $9.75
    • Pechuga de Pollo / Chicken Breast

      Saludable pechuga de pollo asada a la parrilla. / Healthy chicken breast on the grill seasoned with spices.
      $20.15
    • Jugos de Fruta Natural en Agua o en Leche / Natural Fruit Juices in Water or Milk

      Natural fruit juices, choice of water or milk, available in various flavors such as passion fruit, mango, blackberry, lulo, strawberry, papaya, pineapple, soursop, and guava.
      $7.50
    • Coca-Cola / Coke

      The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.
      $1.95
    • mini paisa

      Crispy pork belly or Chorizo , fried egg, white rice, fried plantain, arepa, and savory beans.
      $20.80
    • Arepa Rellena Mixta / Mixed Stuffed Arepa

      Tres tipos de carne. / Mixed with 3 meats of your choice
      $15.50
    • Empanadas Pollo o Carne / Beef Patty Beef o Chikend

      Golden-brown pastry filled with seasoned beef, onions, and spices.
      $2.60
    • Todo Terreno

      Huevos de codorniz, queso mozzarella, jamón, tocino y papas fritas. / Quail eggs, mozzarella cheese, ham, bacon and French fries.
      $13.50
    • Arroz / Rice

      Flavorful rice entrée prepared with care and expertise.
      $5.20
    • Pechuga Empanizada / Breaded Chicken Breast

      White rice, sweet plantain, green plantains, fried cassava, french fries, salad, or beans.
      $22.75
  • Mini paisa

    • mini paisa

      Crispy pork belly or Chorizo , fried egg, white rice, fried plantain, arepa, and savory beans.
      $20.80
  • Entradas / Appetizers

    • Empanadas Pollo o Carne / Beef Patty Beef o Chikend

      Golden-brown pastry filled with seasoned beef, onions, and spices.
      $2.60
    • Chicharrón / Fried Pork Skin

      Crispy fried pork skin served with golden fried plantains, fresh tomato slices, and lime wedges.
      $9.00
    • Salchipapas / Sliced Frankurts with French Fries

      Sliced frankfurts and french fries, commonly paired with a variety of sauces.
      $9.75
    • Chorizo Campesino / Grilled Sausage

      Grilled chorizo typically served with a blend of marinated fire-roasted peppers and a basil parsley chimichurri.
      $8.45
    • Tostones o Arepitas con Hogao / Fried Smashed Green Plantain

      Tostones or arepitas. Fried smashed green plantain with tomato and onion sauce.
      $7.80
    • Consomé y Arroz o Arepa / Chicken Giblets Soup and Rice

      Chicken giblets soup with choice of rice or arepa (a type of cornmeal cake).
      $9.75
    • Consome Grande Arroz o Arepa

      Tender chicken pieces, hearty vegetables, and fresh herbs in a savory broth. Served with your choice of rice or arepa.
      $15.29
    • Mazamorra

      Creamy dessert made from corn, milk, and sugar, served with a side of grated coconut.
      $7.00
  • Hamburguesas / Burger

    • Cantera Tradicional / Single Cantera

      Con papas fritas. / With French fries.
      $14.95
    • Cantera Hawaiiana / Single Hawaiian Cantera

      Con papas fritas. / With French fries.
      $15.60
    • Cantera Especial o Mixta / Mix Cantera

      Pollo y res asados. / Grilled chicken and beef.
      $18.50
  • Perro Caliente / Colombian Hot Dog

    • Todo Terreno

      Huevos de codorniz, queso mozzarella, jamón, tocino y papas fritas. / Quail eggs, mozzarella cheese, ham, bacon and French fries.
      $13.50
    • Choriperro

      Huevos de codorniz, queso mozzarella, jamón, tocino y papas fritas. / Quail eggs, mozzarella cheese, ham, bacon and French fries.
      $15.60
  • Al Carbón / Grilled Sandwich

    • Sándwich de Pollo / Grilled Chicken Breast

      Grilled chicken breast sandwich served on Cuban bread with lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise, typically includes onions.
      $13.65
    • Sándwich de Carne de Res / Grilled Steak

      Grilled steak served on Cuban bread, typically includes lettuce, tomato, onions, and potato sticks, complemented with mayonnaise.
      $17.50
    • Sándwich Mixto / Mixed Chicken and Beef Sandwich

      Grilled chicken and beef on Cuban bread, typically includes lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise.
      $16.25
  • Mariscos / Seafood

    • Camarón en Salsa Blanca / Shrimp in White Sauce

      Camarón en deliciosa salsa blanca acompañado de arroz blanco, tostón y ensalada verde. / Shrimp in delicious white sauce served with white rice, fried green plantain and green salad.
      $27.30
    • Camarones Empanizados / Breaded Shrimp

      Acompañado de papas y ensalada verde. / Served with potato chips and green salad.
      $27.30
    • Camarones Cantera / Cantera Style Shrimp

      Acompañado de papas y ensalada verde. / Served with potato chips and green salad.
      $27.30
    • Salmón Asado en Salsa Blanca con Camarones / Grilled Salmon in White Sauce with Shrimp

      Grilled salmon served in a creamy white sauce, typically includes shrimp as a complement to the dish.
      $29.25
    • Pescado Entero / Whole Fish

      Mojarra entera fresca y saludable, acompañada de arroz blanco, tostón y ensalada de lechuga. / Fresh and healthy whole tilapia, served with white rice, fried green plantain and lettuce salad.
      $29.90
    • Filete de Mojarra / Tilapia Fillet

      Fresco y saludable filete de mojarra asado o frito, servido con arroz blanco, ensalada de lechuga verde y aderezo de la casa. / Fresh and healthy tilapia fillet roasted or fried, served with white rice, green lettuce salad and a house dressing.
      $22.00
  • Sándwich Cubano la Cantera / La Cantera Style Cuban Sandwich

    • Sándwich Cubano Clasico / Classic Cuban Sandwich

      BLT clásico, jamón y queso. / Classic BLT, ham and cheese.
      $16.25
    • Sándwich Cubano Cantera de Pollo / Cuban Style Sandwich of Chicken

      Chicken breast, ham, Swiss cheese, and pickles on Cuban bread, complemented with mustard and mayonnaise.
      $17.55
    • Sándwich Cubano Cantera de Res / Cuban Style Sandwich of Steak

      Steak, typically served on Cuban bread with sautéed onions, lettuce, tomato, and potato sticks, reflecting the essence of a Cuban-style sandwich.
      $17.55
    • Sándwich Cubano Mixto / Mixed Cuban Sandwich

      Mixto de pollo y res. / Mixed chicken and beef.
      $18.85
    • Sándwich Cubano de Res y Pollo Desmechado / Mixed Shredded Beef and Chicken

      Shredded beef and chicken are combined with Swiss cheese, mustard, and pickles, served on Cuban bread for this unique twist on the traditional Cuban sandwich.
      $18.85
    • Sándwich Cubano Hawaiano / Hawaiian Sandwich

      Sándwich cubano hawaiano typically includes ham, pineapple, Swiss cheese, and pickles, served on Cuban bread.
      $16.25
  • Bandeja Paisa / Paisa Tray

    • Colombian typical dish

      Deliciosa carne asada con arroz, frijoles, huevo frito, aguacate, chorizo, chicharron, maduro frito y arepa / Delightful red beans, white rice, grilled steak, fried egg, grilled sausage, sweet plantain, avocado, fried pork skin & corn pie
      $27.95
    • Cazuela de frijoles /

      Rich bean stew with tender pork, sweet plantains, savory chorizo, and creamy avocado slices.
      $23.50
  • Pollo / Chicken

    • Pollo Gratinado o en Champiñones / Gratin Chicken Topped with mushrooms or Onion

      Choice of white rice, sweet or green plantains, fried cassava, fries, salad, or beans.
      $24.05
    • Pechuga de Pollo / Chicken Breast

      Saludable pechuga de pollo asada a la parrilla. / Healthy chicken breast on the grill seasoned with spices.
      $20.15
    • Pechuga Mar y Tierra / Surf and Turf Chicken Breast

      Tender chicken breast paired with shrimp, accompanied by two sides. Side choices include rice, plantains, yuca, fries, salad, and beans.
      $28.60
    • Pechuga Empanizada / Breaded Chicken Breast

      White rice, sweet plantain, green plantains, fried cassava, french fries, salad, or beans.
      $22.75
  • Ensaladas / Salads

    • Ensalada de Pechuga de Pollo / Grilled Chicken Breast

      Grilled chicken breast salad typically includes fresh lettuce, tomatoes, onions, cucumbers, and a light dressing.
      $15.60
    • Ensalada de Lomo de Res / Beef Tender Loin

      Beef tenderloin over a bed of mixed greens, typically includes tomatoes, onions, and avocado, dressed with a house-made vinaigrette.
      $15.60
    • Ensalada de Camarones / Shrimp Salad

      Grilled shrimp served atop a blend of lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, and avocados, typically dressed with a light vinaigrette.
      $16.90
    • Ensalada Mixta / Mixed Salad

      Pollo, res y camarones. / Chicken, beef and shrimp.
      $18.20
  • Bebidas / Drinks

    • Jugos de Fruta Natural en Agua o en Leche / Natural Fruit Juices in Water or Milk

      Natural fruit juices, choice of water or milk, available in various flavors such as passion fruit, mango, blackberry, lulo, strawberry, papaya, pineapple, soursop, and guava.
      $7.50
    • Agua de Panela con Limón / Agua de Panela with Lemon

      Agua de panela con limón is a traditional Latin American drink made by dissolving panela, a type of unrefined sugar, in water and adding a hint of lemon for a refreshing twist.
      $3.90
    • Coca-Cola / Coke

      The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.
      $1.95
    • Sprite Dietético / Diet Sprite

      The cold, refreshing flavors of lemon and lime, perfectly blended.
      $1.95
    • Agua / Water

      Pure, refreshing water to quench your thirst.
      $1.95
    • Jugos Hit / Hit Juices

      Freshly squeezed juice with a vibrant, sweet-tart flavor.
      $4.50
    • Sodas Postobón

      A selection of carbonated beverages from Colombia, offering a variety of fruity and traditional flavors.
      $3.90
    • Bretaña con Limón / Bretaña with Lemon

      Bretaña soda mixed with fresh lemon juice, offering a refreshing twist on traditional lemonade.
      $4.50
    • Pony Malta

      Authentic Colombian malt beverage, rich and refreshing.
      $3.90
    • Snapple

      Refreshing, bottled fruit juice blend, available in various flavors.
      $3.90
    • Limonada Natural / Natural Lemonade

      Freshly squeezed lemon juice, lightly sweetened, offering a refreshing and simple hydration option.
      $5.50
    • Chocolate

      Hot chocolate
      $3.50
    • Milo

      Chocolate malt beverage. Choice of cold or hot.
      $5.20
    • Café / Coffee

      Rich Latin-American coffee. Size options: Small or Large.
      $1.70
    • Té / Tea

      Choice of small or large tea.
      $1.70
    • Limonada De Coco

      Creamy blend of coconut milk and lime, garnished with a fresh lime wedge.
      $7.15
    • Limonada De Fresa

      A refreshing blend of strawberry and lime flavors, this drink combines the sweetness of strawberries with a hint of citrus.
      $7.15
  • Postres / Desserts

    • Postre de Tres Leches / Three Milk Cake

      A sponge cake soaked in a harmonious blend of condensed milk, evaporated milk, and heavy cream, typically crowned with a light meringue topping.
      $5.80
    • Frosty de Frutas / Natural Fruit Frosty

      Blended mixture of natural fruits, typically includes a variety of seasonal selections, served in a frosty texture.
      $9.00
    • Flan

      Creamy caramel custard with a smooth, rich texture and a golden caramel topping.
      $6.50
  • Menú de Niños / Kids Menu

    • Hamburguesa / Burger

      A simple yet delightful hamburger, typically served with a beef patty nestled between soft buns, often accompanied by cheese and a selection of classic condiments.
      $11.70
    • Perro Caliente / Hot Dog

      Bun and sausage, typically accompanied by a simple condiment like ketchup.
      $11.70
    • Nuggets de Pollo / Chicken Nuggets

      Crispy chicken bites, golden and perfectly seasoned
      $11.70
  • Chuzos o Pinchos / Chicken Or Beef Shish Kabob

    • Mixto / Mixed

      Deleitables chuzos de pollo, res o cerdo, asados al carbón y sazonados con especias. Todas nuestras carnes, picada y chuzos son servidos con dos acompañantes de tu gusto. / Delicious on the grill shish kabob seasoned with chimichurri, chicken, beef or pork. All our meats, grilled mix and kabobs are served with two sides of your choice.
      $31.50
    • Pollo / Chicken

      Deleitables chuzos de pollo, res o cerdo, asados al carbón y sazonados con especias. Todas nuestras carnes, picada y chuzos son servidos con dos acompañantes de tu gusto. / Delicious on the grill shish kabob seasoned with chimichurri, chicken, beef or pork. All our meats, grilled mix and kabobs are served with two sides of your choice.
      $18.20
    • Res / Beef

      Deleitables chuzos de pollo, res o cerdo, asados al carbón y sazonados con especias. Todas nuestras carnes, picada y chuzos son servidos con dos acompañantes de tu gusto. / Delicious on the grill shish kabob seasoned with chimichurri, chicken, beef or pork. All our meats, grilled mix and kabobs are served with two sides of your choice.
      $18.20
  • Acompañantes / Side Orders

    • Arroz / Rice

      Flavorful rice entrée prepared with care and expertise.
      $5.20
    • Frijoles / Beans

      Savory legumes cooked to perfection, served as a delicious and nutritious side dish.
      $5.20
    • Papa Cocida / Steamed Potato

      Steamed whole potato, simply prepared, offering a tender and subtly sweet taste.
      $5.20
    • Plátano Maduro / Fried Sweet Plantain

      Sliced sweet plantains, fried to bring out their natural sweetness and create a tender interior with a lightly crisped exterior.
      $5.20
    • Plátano Asado / Grilled Plantain

      Grilled plantain, typically served as a tender and subtly sweet accompaniment, bringing a smoky flavor to the dish.
      $5.20
    • Plátano Frito / Fried Plantain

      Sliced plantains, fried until they achieve a golden hue, often accompanied by a subtle sweetness.
      $5.20
    • Ensalada / Salad

      A mix of fresh greens and cherry tomatoes, typically dressed lightly, to accompany your meal.
      $5.20
    • Papas Fritas / French Fries

      Classic, crispy potatoes fried to perfection and served as a delightful accompaniment.
      $5.20
    • Tostones / Fried Green Plantain

      Green plantains, sliced and double-fried until crispy, typically served as a savory Latin American side dish.
      $5.20
    • Arepa / Corn Pie

      Arepa, a Latin American corn pie, typically includes a soft, dense cornmeal base that may be filled or topped with various ingredients.
      $5.20
    • Lechuga Romana / Romaine Lettuce

      Romaine lettuce served as a simple, fresh green salad, typically includes a variety of dressings to complement its crisp texture.
      $5.20
  • Tostones / Fried Green Plantain

    • Pollo / Chicken

      Deleitables chuzos de pollo, res o cerdo, asados al carbón y sazonados con especias. todas nuestras carnes, picada y chuzos son servidos con dos acompañantes de tu gusto. / delicious on the grill shish kabob seasoned with chimichurri, chicken, beef or pork. all our meats, grilled mix and kabobs are served with two sides of your choice.
      $16.90
    • Res / Beef

      Deleitables chuzos de pollo, res o cerdo, asados al carbón y sazonados con especias. todas nuestras carnes, picada y chuzos son servidos con dos acompañantes de tu gusto. / delicious on the grill shish kabob seasoned with chimichurri, chicken, beef or pork. all our meats, grilled mix and kabobs are served with two sides of your choice.
      $14.30
    • Chorizo / Sausage

      Grilled sausage paired with fried green plantains, fresh lettuce, and sliced tomatoes.
      $14.30
    • Chicharrón / Fried Pork Skin

      Crispy fried pork skin paired with golden fried green plantains, served with fresh tomato slices and lime wedges.
      $14.30
    • Camarones / Shrimp

      Fried green plantains topped with sautéed shrimp, typically accompanied by a selection of sauces.
      $16.50
    • Mixto / Mixed

      3 tipos de carne. / 3 meats of your choice.
      $16.90
    • Mixto en Salsa Blanca la Cantera / Mixed on our Special House Sauce

      Crispy fried green plantains topped with savory sausage, tender chicken, and fresh tomato slices, all drizzled with our special house sauce.
      $16.90
  • Desayuno (Pericazos la Cantera) / Breakfast (Pericazos la Cantera)

    • 1. Pericazo con Todo / 1. Pericazo with Everything

      Huevos pericos revueltos con arroz, carne desmechada, acompañada con chorizo y arepa con queso. / Scrambled eggs, tomatoes and scallions mixed with white rice, shredded beef, served with one grilled sausage and cheesy corn pie.
      $18.20
    • 2. Pericazo con Calentado

      Huevos pericos con carne asada y calentado. / Scrambled eggs, tomatoes and scallions mixed with white rice and beans, served with steak.
      $16.80
    • 3. Pericazo con Salchichas / 3. Pericazo with Sausage

      Huevos pericos revueltos con arroz y jamón, acompañado con salchichas picadas y arepa con queso. / Scramble eggs, tomatoes and scallions mixed with white rice and ham, served with Frankfurt and cheesy corn pie.
      $17.50
    • 4. Huevos Pericos, Arroz y Arepa / 4. Scrambled Eggs with Tomato and Scallions, Rice and Arepa

      Scrambled eggs mixed with tomatoes and scallions, served alongside rice and a traditional arepa.
      $13.00
  • Arepa Rellena / Stuffed Corn Pie

    • Arepa Rellena de Pollo / Arepa Stuffed with Chicken

      Shredded chicken with melted cheese stuffed inside a golden, grilled corn pie.
      $14.50
    • Arepa Rellena de Res / Arepa Stuffed with Beef

      Tender beef and crumbly cheese stuffed in a golden, crispy corn pie.
      $14.50
    • Arepa Rellena de Chorizo / Arepa Stuffed with Sausage

      Corn cake filled with savory sausage, often accompanied by a blend of cheeses.
      $14.50
    • Arepa Rellena de Chicharrón / Arepa Stuffed with Fried Pork Skin

      Grilled corn dough filled with crispy fried pork skin, often accompanied by a selection of sauces for added flavor.
      $14.50
    • Arepa Hawaiana de Jamón y Queso / Ham & Cheese Hawaiian Arepa

      Jamón, queso y salsa de piña. / Ham, cheese and pineapple sauce.
      $14.00
    • Arepa Rellena de Camarones / Arepa Stuffed with Shrimp

      Grilled corn dough filled with seasoned shrimp, often accompanied by a blend of herbs and spices.
      $15.60
    • Arepa Rellena Mixta / Mixed Stuffed Arepa

      Tres tipos de carne. / Mixed with 3 meats of your choice
      $15.50
    • Arepa de Hamburguesa / Burger Arepa

      Corn pie filled with a burger patty, typically includes lettuce, tomato, and cheese, complemented with selected sauces.
      $17.00
    • Arepa Rellena con 4 Carnes / Stuffed Arepa with 4 Meats

      Elección de 4 carnes. / Choice of 4 meats.
      $18.50
    • Arepa Con Chicharron /Arepa with pork rinds

      $14.50
  • Carnes / Steaks

    • Churrasco / Sirloin Steak

      Tierno y jugoso churrasco USDA asado y a la parrilla. / Juicy USDA sirloin steak.
      $28.50
    • Churrasco Mar y Tierra / Surf n Turf Sirloin Steak

      Tierno y jugoso USDA asado y a la parrilla. / Juicy USDA sirloin steak.
      $37.50
    • Entraña / Grilled Skirt Steak

      Entraña / grilled skirt steak with your choice of meat temperature and two sides. Options for sides include rice, plantains, cassava, french fries, salad, or beans.
      $33.50
    • Entraña Mar y Tierra / Surf and Turf Grilled Skirt Steak

      Grilled skirt steak paired with shrimp. Choice of meat temperature. Two sides; options include rice, plantains, cassava, fries, salad, or beans.
      $42.50
    • Punta de Anca / Picanha

      Carne Angus asada a su manera. / Angus beef grilled to your way.
      $26.00
    • Punta de Anca Mar y Tierra / Surf n Turf Picanha

      Exquisita punta de anca o churrasco asado a la parrilla y bañado con camarones sazonados en la inconfundible salsa blanca cantera. / Angus beef grilled to your way sirloin steak topped with delightful home sauce and a lot of shrimp.
      $34.00
  • Picada Mixta / Grilled Meat Combination

    • Para 3 Personas / For 3 People

      Grillades for 3 features a generous assortment of meats, typically including steak, chicken, and chorizo, accompanied by fried plantains and arepas.
      $48.00
  • Cerdo / Pork

    • Lomo de Cerdo Empanizado / Breaded Pork Loin

      Acompañado de arroz y ensalada verde. / Served with rice and green salad.
      $22.70
    • Lomo de Cerdo / Grilled Pork Loin

      Tender pork loin served with two sides. Sides include options like white rice, fried sweet or green plantains, cassava, fries, salad, or beans.
      $20.10
    • Lomo de Cerdo en Champiñones o Encebollado / Pork Loin Topped with Mushrooms or Onions

      White rice, sweet or green plantains, fried cassava, french fries, salad, or beans.
      $22.70

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