Taino's Kitchen Downtown Menu

85 Halsey St, Newark, NJ 07102
  • Breakfast Platters (Platos de Desayuno)

    • Choice Of Eggs, Bacon & Home Fries With Toast (Elección De Huevos, Tocino Y Papas Fritas Caseras Con Tostadas)

      Two eggs any style, bacon, home fries, toast.
      $12.00
    • Choice Of Eggs, Beef Sausage & Home Fries With Toast (Elección De Huevos, Salchicha De Res Y Papas Fritas Caseras Con Tostadas)

      Eggs with beef sausage, home fries, and toast. Choices: scrambled or fried eggs.
      $12.00
    • Choice Of Eggs, Turkey Bacon & Home Fries With Toast (Elección De Huevos, Tocino De Pavo Y Papas Fritas Caseras Con Tostadas)

      Choice of scrambled or fried eggs with turkey bacon, home fries, and toast.
      $12.00
    • Choice Of Eggs, Ham & Home Fries With Toast (Elección De Huevos, Jamón Y Papas Fritas Caseras Con Tostadas)

      Eggs, ham, home fries, toast. Choice of scrambled or fried eggs.
      $12.00
    • Choice Of Eggs, Sausage & Home Fries With Toast (Elección De Huevos, Salchichas Y Papas Fritas Caseras Con Tostadas)

      Choice of eggs (scrambled or fried), sausage, home fries, and toast.
      $12.00
    • Choice Of Eggs, Taylor Ham & Home Fries With Toast (Elección De Huevos, Jamón Taylor Y Papas Fritas Caseras Con Tostadas)

      Eggs prepared to preference, served alongside thinly sliced Taylor ham and crispy home fries, accompanied by toast.
      $12.00
  • Breakfast Sandwiches (Sandwiches de Desayuno)

    • Scrambled Eggs With Ham & Cheese Sandwich (Huevos Revueltos Con Jamón Y Queso)

      Scrambled eggs with ham and cheese served between slices of bread, typically includes mayonnaise and ketchup.
      $7.70
    • Scrambled Eggs With Beef Sausage & Cheese Sandwich (Huevos Revueltos Con Salchicha De Ternera Y Queso)

      Scrambled eggs paired with beef sausage and melted cheese, typically served on a bread base, drawing inspiration from Latin American flavors.
      $8.80
    • Scrambled Eggs With Sausage & Cheese Sandwich (Huevos Revueltos Con Salchicha Y Queso)

      Scrambled eggs, sausage, and cheese served on bread, typically accompanied by condiments such as mayonnaise and ketchup.
      $7.70
    • Scrambled Eggs With Taylor Ham & Cheese Sandwich (Huevos Revueltos Con Jamón Taylor Y Queso)

      Scrambled eggs combined with Taylor ham and cheese served on a sandwich, typically includes a Latin American twist to the classic breakfast combination.
      $8.80
    • Scrambled Eggs With Turkey Bacon & Cheese Sandwich (Huevos Revueltos Con Tocino De Pavo Y Queso)

      Scrambled eggs, turkey bacon, and cheese served on a sandwich, a common Latin American breakfast choice.
      $8.80
    • Scrambled Eggs With Bacon & Cheese (Huevos Revueltos Con Tocino Y Queso)

      Scrambled eggs combined with crispy bacon and melted cheese, served on your choice of bread.
      $7.70
    • Butter Roll

      Pan con Mantequilla
      $2.20
  • Breakfast Omelette (Omelet de Desayuno)

    • Build Your Own Omelette (Haz Tu Propio Omelet)

      Customize your omelette with a selection of traditional Latin American ingredients, typically including cheeses, meats, vegetables, and herbs.
      $13.20
    • Omelette With Cheese (Omelet Con Queso)

      Whisked eggs folded around melted cheese, this omelette typically includes a blend of Latin American cheeses.
      $9.90
  • Appetizer (Aperitivos)

    • Alcapurrias

      Fritter made of green banana or cassava (buñuelo hecho de plátano verde o yuca).
      $3.30
    • Chicken Wings (Alitas De Pollo)

      Marinated and cooked to perfection, these wings are often accompanied by a selection of dips.
      $13.20
    • Fried Pork Chunks (Masita De Cerdo)

      Fried pork chunks, or masita de cerdo, consist of boneless pork pieces, deeply fried until golden and typically seasoned with a blend of Latin American spices.
      $13.20
    • Shrimp In Garlic Sauce (Camarones Al Ajillo)

      Shrimp sautéed with garlic, olive oil, and a hint of white wine, typically garnished with fresh parsley.
      $13.20
    • Chicken Chicharron (Chicharron De Pollo)

      Crispy fried chicken chunks, typically marinated and served with a tangy dipping sauce.
      $13.20
    • Empanada

      Popular.
      $3.30
    • Breaded Shrimp (Camarones Empanizado)

      Shrimp coated in breadcrumbs and fried until golden, typically accompanied by a house sauce for dipping.
      $13.20
    • Mozzarella Sticks (Palitos De Mozzarella)

      Mozzarella Sticks are breaded and fried cheese sticks, typically accompanied by marinara sauce for dipping.
      $8.80
    • Potato Croquette (Rellenos De Papa)

      Golden-brown potato croquettes with a crispy exterior, featuring a soft and savory mashed potato filling.
      $3.30
  • Sandwiches

    • Chicken Sandwich (Sándwich De Pollo)

      Grilled chicken breast, lettuce, tomatoes, and onions, typically includes mayonnaise on Cuban bread.
      $11.00
    • Ham & Cheese Sandwich (Sándwich De Jamón & Queso)

      Ham and cheese sandwiched between slices of bread, typically accompanied by lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise.
      $6.60
    • Chicken Cutlet With Cheese Sandwich (Chuleta De Pollo Con Queso)

      Grilled chicken cutlet paired with melted cheese, served in a sandwich.
      $11.00
    • Cuban Sandwich (Cubano)

      Grilled sandwich with roasted pork, ham, Swiss cheese, pickles, and mustard on Cuban bread.
      $11.00
    • Jibaritos Sandwich

      Fried green plantains replace traditional bread, enclosing steak, lettuce, tomato, and a blend of mayo-ketchup, creating the jibaritos sandwich.
      $11.00
    • Roasted Pork Sandwich (Pernil)

      Roasted pork sandwich, "pernil," typically includes tender, oven-roasted pork complemented by lettuce, tomato, and a blend of mayonnaise and ketchup, all served on a soft bread.
      $11.00
    • Steak Sandwich (Sándwich De Bistec)

      Grilled steak with onions, lettuce, tomatoes, and mayonnaise on Cuban bread.
      $13.20
    • Cheeseburger Sandwich (Hamburguesa Con Queso)

      Ground beef patty on a bun, typically includes cheese, lettuce, tomato, onions, and condiments such as ketchup and mustard.
      $8.80
    • Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich (Filadelfia, Queso, Bistec)

      Thinly sliced steak, melted cheese, and grilled onions on a soft roll, typically includes peppers.
      $13.20
    • Tripletas Sandwich

      A Latin American classic featuring a combination of three meats - typically pork, chicken, and steak, nestled in a soft roll with lettuce, tomato, and a creamy mayo-ketchup sauce, accented with crispy potato sticks.
      $13.20
  • Daily Specials (Especiales del Dia)

    • Chicken Stew (Pollo Guisado)

      Tender chicken pieces simmered in a savory sauce, served with fluffy white rice.
      $13.20
    • Roasted Pork (Pernil Asado)

      Tender roasted pork served with fluffy white rice.
      $13.20
    • Roasted Chicken (Pollo Asado)

      Tender roasted chicken served with white rice and a savory dipping sauce.
      $13.20
    • Sauteed Steak (Bistec Guisado)

      Sauteed steak typically includes peppers and onions, simmered in a savory sauce.
      $17.60
  • Monday Specials (Especiales de Lunes)

    • Sausage And Ham Soup (Sopa De Salchichón Y Jamón)

      Sausage and ham soup with a choice of white rice or fried green plantains.
      $8.80
  • Tuesday Specials (Especiales de Martes)

    • Steak Beef (Carne Guisada)

      Stewed beef with potatoes and carrots. / Carne guisada con papas y zanahorias.
      $13.20
    • Asopao De Gandules

      White rice (arroz blanco) or fried green plantains (tostones).
      $8.80
  • Wednesday Specials (Especiales de Miércoles)

    • Stewed Pork Chops (Chuleta Guisada)

      Pork chops typically simmered in a savory sauce with onions, tomatoes, and bell peppers.
      $13.20
    • Chicken Soup (Sopa De Pollo)

      White rice or fried green plantains.
      $9.60
  • Thursday Specials (Especiales de Jueves)

    • Beef Soup (Sopa De Res)

      Tender beef broth with hearty vegetables. Served with a choice of white rice or fried green plantains.
      $12.00
    • Ribs In Creole Salsa (Costillas En Salsa Criolla)

      Pork ribs simmered in a creole salsa, typically featuring tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers.
      $13.20
  • Friday Specials (Especiales de Viernes)

    • Seafood Broth W/ Mofongo (Caldo De Mariscos Con Mofongo)

      Seafood broth with mofongo features a rich, flavorful broth typically including a variety of seafood, paired with mashed green plantains blended with garlic and pork chicharrón (crackling pork rinds).
      $15.40
    • Cod Fish (Bacalao Con Vianda)

      Cod fish with root vegetables, typically including yuca and plantains, prepared in a Latin-American style.
      $15.40
  • Saturday Specials (Especiales de Sábado)

    • Oxtail Stew (Rabo Encendido)

      Slow-cooked oxtail in a tomato and red wine sauce, typically includes carrots and potatoes, creating a rich and hearty stew.
      $15.40
    • Sancocho

      Rich and hearty stew. Choice of white rice or fried green plantains.
      $13.20
  • MEAT - A La Carta **All A La Carta takes 20-35 minutes to prepare**

    • Churrasco & Shrimp (Churrasco Con Camarones)

      Grilled churrasco steak and shrimp, typically accompanied by chimichurri sauce, reflecting the rich flavors of Latin American cuisine.
      $28.60
    • Churrasco

      Grilled skirt steak, typically accompanied by chimichurri sauce and may include roasted vegetables or potatoes.
      $26.40
    • Steak In Creole Salsa (Bistec En Salsa Criolla)

      Thinly sliced steak simmered in a vibrant Creole salsa, typically includes onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes, offering a rich blend of Latin American flavors.
      $17.60
    • Breaded Steak (Bistec Empanizado)

      Thinly sliced steak, coated in breadcrumbs and fried until golden.
      $17.60
    • Steak W/Onions & Bell Peppers (Bistec Con Cebolla Y Pimientos)

      Sautéed steak with onions and bell peppers, typically prepared in a Latin American style.
      $17.60
    • Steak W/ Sauteed Onions (Bistec Encebollado)

      Sautéed steak traditionally accompanied by sautéed onions, often prepared with a blend of Latin American spices.
      $17.60
  • CHICKEN - A La Carta **All A La Carta takes 20-35 minutes to prepare**

    • Chicken Breast & Shrimp In Raviosa Sauce (Pechuga Y Camarones En Salsa Raviosa)

      Grilled chicken breast and shrimp served in a spicy raviosa sauce, a Latin-American inspired creation blending bold flavors.
      $19.80
    • Creole Chicken Breast (Pechuga A La Criolla)

      Grilled chicken breast, simmered in a rich and savory creole sauce, typically includes tomatoes, onions, and a blend of spices.
      $17.60
    • Chicken Chicharron (Chicharron De Pollo)

      Crispy fried chicken chunks, typically marinated in a blend of Latin American spices, served as a hearty portion.
      $15.40
    • Chicken Breast W/Sauteed Onions & Peppers (Pechuga Con Pimiento Y Cebolla)

      Grilled chicken breast served with sautéed onions and peppers, typically includes a blend of Latin American spices.
      $17.60
    • Roasted Chicken BBQ (Pollo Asado Con Salsa BBQ)

      Roasted chicken marinated in BBQ sauce, typically includes a blend of Latin American spices and herbs.
      $15.40
    • BBQ Chicken Breast (Pechuga BBQ)

      Barbecued chicken breast, typically includes a smoky BBQ sauce.
      $17.60
    • Breaded Chicken Breast (Pechuga Empanizada)

      $15.40
    • Garlic Chicken Breast (Pechuga Al Ajillo)

      Chicken breast gently cooked with a rich garlic sauce, typically includes a blend of aromatic herbs.
      $17.60
    • Grilled Chicken Breast (Pechuga A La Plancha)

      Grilled chicken breast, typically seasoned and cooked on a flat grill, often accompanied by sautéed onions.
      $15.40
  • PORK - A La Carta **All A La Carta takes 20-35 minutes to prepare**

    • Fried Pork Chops (Chuleta Frita)

      Juicy fried pork chops seasoned to perfection, served with a side of fluffy white rice.
      $17.60
    • Pork Chops In Creole Sauce (Chuleta En Salsa Criolla)

      Pork chops simmered in a rich, savory creole sauce, typically featuring a blend of tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers, embodying the essence of Latin American cuisine.
      $17.60
    • Fried Pork Chunks W/Shrimp (Masitas De Cerdo Con Camarones)

      Tender fried pork chunks paired with succulent shrimp, typically includes a blend of Latin American spices.
      $22.00
    • Fried Pork Chunks (Masita De Cerdo)

      Fried pork chunks, known as masita de cerdo, typically includes tender pieces of pork lightly seasoned and deep-fried, often accompanied by onions.
      $15.40
  • SEAFOOD - A La Carta **All A La Carta takes 20-35 minutes to prepare**

    • Breaded Shrimp (Camarones Empanizado)

      Breaded shrimp, typically coated in a seasoned breadcrumb mixture and deep-fried until golden brown.
      $17.60
    • Grilled Fish Filet (Filete De Pescado A La Plancha)

      Grilled fish filet, typically includes a light seasoning and may be served with a butter or garlic sauce, reflecting common Latin-American flavors.
      $15.40
    • Garlic Shrimp (Camarones Al Ajillo)

      Shrimp sautéed with garlic, typically served as a medium portion, reflecting the traditional Latin American preparation method.
      $17.60
    • Garlic Salmon (Salmon Al Ajillo)

      Salmon al ajillo typically consists of salmon gently sautéed in a fragrant garlic sauce, often complemented with light spices.
      $22.00
    • Fish Filet In Creole Sauce (Filete De Pescado En Salsa Criolla)

      Pan-seared fish fillet served in a robust creole sauce, typically includes a blend of tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, and herbs.
      $17.60
    • Breaded Fish Filet (Filete De Pescado Empanizado)

      Breaded fish filet, typically accompanied by rice and salad, is a golden-browned, crispy delicacy.
      $15.40
    • Garlic Fish Filet (Filete De Pescado Al Ajillo)

      Fish filet gently cooked with a generous amount of garlic, often accompanied by olive oil and hints of parsley, reflecting a traditional Latin-American preparation.
      $19.80
    • Fried Fish (Pescado Frito)

      Whole fish, marinated and fried, typically accompanied by a selection of sides such as plantains, rice, or salad.
      $22.00
    • Shrimp In Creole Salsa (Camarones En Salsa Criolla)

      Shrimp simmered in a vibrant creole salsa, typically including tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers, capturing the essence of Latin American flavors.
      $19.80
    • Fish Filet Sauteed W/Onions (Filete De Pescado Encebollado)

      Sauteed fish filet generously topped with onions, typically includes a light seasoning to enhance the natural flavors of the fish.
      $17.60
  • Salads (Ensaladas)

    • Small Avocado Salad

      (Ensalada de Aguacate)
      $6.60
    • Large Avocado Salad

      (Ensalada de Aguacate)
      $11.00
    • Small Green Salad

      (Ensalada Verde)
      $3.30
    • Large Green Salad

      (Ensalada Verde)
      $6.60
    • Large Steamed Vegetables

      A medley of freshly steamed seasonal vegetables, typically including broccoli, carrots, and cauliflower, lightly seasoned to enhance their natural flavors.
      $11.00
    • Chicken & Avocado Salad

      (Ensalada de Aguacate con Pollo)
      $19.80
    • Chicken Salad

      (Ensalada de Pollo)
      $15.40
    • Small Steamed Vegetables

      Steamed vegetables, typically includes a medley of broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, and potatoes, lightly seasoned.
      $6.60
  • Sides (Acompañamiento)

    • Papas Fritas

      French Fries
      $3.30
    • Arroz Con Gandules

      Pigeon Pea Rice
      $4.40
    • Tostones

      Fried Green Plantains
      $3.30
    • Maduros

      Fried Sweet Plantains
      $3.30
    • Arroz Blanco

      White Rice
      $3.30
    • Aguacate

      Avocado
      $3.30
    • Cebollas

      Cooked Onions
      $2.20
    • Mofongo Solo

      ONLY Mofongo
      $7.70
  • Sauces (Salsas)

    • Salsa De Ajo

      Garlic Sauce
    • Limon

      Lime
      $1.10
    • Salsa Picante

      Hot Sauce
    • Mayo Ketchup Sauce

      A blend of mayonnaise and ketchup, typically enhanced with garlic.
    • Mojito Sauce

      A blend of oil, garlic, black pepper, salt, and vinegar, typically used to enhance the flavor of Latin-American dishes.
  • Mofongos with Chicken (Mofongos con Pollo)

    • Mofongo With Roasted Chicken (Mofongo De Pollo Asado)

      Mashed green plantains combined with roasted chicken, typically seasoned with garlic and olive oil.
      $17.60
    • Mofongo With Chicken & Shrimp In Raviosa Sauce (Mofongo De Pollo Y Camarones En Salsa Raviosa)

      Mashed plantains with chicken and shrimp, topped with bell peppers and served in a spicy raviosa sauce.
      $22.00
    • Mofongo With Garlic Chicken Breast (Mofongo De Pechuga Al Ajillo)

      Mashed plantains with garlic chicken breast, accompanied by a fresh salad of lettuce, tomato, and onions.
      $19.80
    • Mofongo With Breaded Chicken Breast (Mofongo De Pechuga Empanizada)

      Mashed green plantains combined with garlic and olive oil, topped with a breaded chicken breast.
      $19.80
    • Mofongo With Creole Chicken (Mofongo De Pechuga A La Criolla)

      Mashed plantains with seasoned chicken breast, bell peppers, and tomatoes in a savory creole sauce.
      $19.80
    • Mofongo With BBQ Chicken (Mofongo De Pollo A La BBQ)

      Mashed fried green plantains typically combined with garlic and olive oil, topped with barbecued chicken.
      $19.80
    • Mofongo With Chicken Chicharron (Mofongo De Chicharrón De Pollo)

      Mashed green plantains combined with crispy, fried chicken chicharrón, typically includes garlic and olive oil.
      $17.60
  • Mofongos with Meat (Mofongos con Carne)

    • Mofongo With Steak Sautéed In Onions (Mofongo De Bistec Encebollado)

      Mofongo de bistec encebollado combines mashed fried green plantains with sautéed steak and onions, offering a traditional Latin American flavor profile.
      $19.80
    • Churrasco Mofongo (Mofongo De Churrasco)

      Popular.
      $26.40
    • Mofongo With Breaded Steak (Mofongo De Bistec Empanizado)

      Mofongo served with a breaded steak, typically involves mashed green plantains mixed with garlic and pork cracklings.
      $19.80
    • Churrasco & Shrimp Mofongo (Mofongo De Churrasco Y Camarones)

      Grilled churrasco and sautéed shrimp served atop a bed of mashed green plantains, typically accompanied by garlic and olive oil.
      $33.00
    • Mofongo With Creole Steak (Mofongo De Bistec A La Criolla)

      Mashed green plantains combined with Creole-seasoned steak, typically includes garlic and onions.
      $19.80
    • Mofongo With Steak Sauteed In Bell Peppers And Onions (Mofongo De Bistec En Pimiento Y Cebolla)

      Mashed green plantains with garlic, topped with steak sautéed with bell peppers and onions.
      $19.80
  • Mofongos with Pork (Mofongos con Cerdo)

    • Mofongo With Fried Pork Chops (Mofongo De Chuleta Frita)

      Mashed plantains paired with seasoned fried pork chops, served with a side of savory yellow rice mixed with pigeon peas.
      $19.80
    • Mofongo With Pork Can Can (Mofongo De Chuleta Can)

      Mashed green plantains paired with distinctive can can pork chops, a unique combination of flavors.
      $22.00
    • Mofongo With Pork Chunk & Shrimp In Garlic Sauce (Mofongo De Masita De Cerdo Al Ajillo Y Camarones)

      Mashed green plantains with fried pork chunks and shrimp, typically includes a garlic sauce.
      $24.20
    • Mofongo With Roasted Pork (Mofongo De Pernil)

      $17.60
    • Mofongo With Creole Pork Chops (Mofongo De Chuleta A La Criolla)

      Savory creole pork chops paired with a mound of mofongo, garnished with vibrant bell peppers and tomatoes.
      $19.80
    • Mofongo With Pork Chunks (Mofongo De Masitas De Cerdo)

      Mashed green plantains combined with tender pork chunks, often seasoned with garlic and mixed with olive oil for a traditional Latin American taste.
      $17.60
  • Mofongos with Seafood (Mofongos con Mariscos)

    • Mofongo With Fish Fillet (Mofongo De Filete De Pescado)

      Mashed green plantain forms the base of this dish, topped with a seasoned fish fillet, typically accompanied by a light creole sauce.
      $19.80
    • Mofongo With Fried Fish (Mofongo De Pescado Frito)

      Mashed green plantains form the base of this dish, topped with pieces of fried fish, typically accompanied by a blend of Latin American herbs and spices.
      $22.00
    • Mofongo With Garlic Shrimp (Mofongo De Camarones Al Ajillo)

      Mofongo topped with sautéed shrimp in a garlic-infused sauce, typically consisting of mashed green plantains and fried pork skin for texture.
      $19.80
    • Mofongo With Breaded Shrimp (Mofongo De Camarones Empanizado)

      Mashed green plantains form the base of this dish, topped with breaded shrimp, typically accompanied by a light sauce or seasoning.
      $19.80
    • Mofongo With Salmon (Mofongo De Salmón)

      Mashed green plantains combined with grilled salmon, typically seasoned with garlic and other aromatic herbs.
      $22.00
    • Mofongo With Creole Shrimp (Mofongo De Camarones En Salsa Criolla)

      Mashed plantains with a savory blend of shrimp in a rich Creole sauce, accompanied by fresh greens and sliced onions.
      $19.80
    • Mofongo With Breaded Fish (Mofongo De Filete Empanizado)

      Mofongo with breaded fish features mashed green plantains paired with a crispy, breaded fish fillet, typically complemented with a light sauce.
      $19.80
    • Mofongo With Fish Sautéed In Onions (Mofongo De Filete Encebollado)

      Mofongo with mashed plantains, accompanied by fish sautéed in onions, garnished with shrimp, bell peppers, tomatoes, and a side of fresh salad with red onions and tomatoes.
      $19.80
  • Natural Juices (Jugos Naturales)

    • Passion Fruit (Parcha)

      Vibrant passion fruit juice, offering a refreshing and tangy citrus flavor.
      $5.50
    • Lemonade (Limonada)

      Freshly squeezed lemon juice, typically includes sugar and water for a refreshing taste. No artificial flavors added.
      $5.50
    • Mango

      Mango juice, freshly prepared from ripe mangoes, offering a naturally sweet and tropical taste.
      $5.50
    • Sour Soup (Guanábana)

      Guanábana juice is a natural tropical beverage made from the pulp of the soursop fruit, known for its unique combination of sweet and tart flavors.
      $5.50
    • Tamarind (Tamarindo)

      Tamarindo juice is made from the natural pulp of tamarind fruit, typically sweetened to enhance its unique tangy taste.
      $5.50
  • Desserts (Postres)

    • Flan

      Rich custard dessert with a choice of flavors: coconut, cheese, or vanilla.
      $4.40
    • Tres Leches

      Moist sponge cake soaked in three types of milk, topped with whipped cream, a sprinkle of cinnamon, and a maraschino cherry.
      $4.40

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