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MenuBrunch on The Shore

*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, eggs or unpasteurized milk may increase your risk of foodborne illness.

Starters

Ceviche* (GF) photo

Ceviche* (GF)

$14.00
Popular in the coastal regions of Latin America, made from fresh raw fish that has been cured in citrus juices in a blend of spices and red onions.
Empanadas photo

Empanadas

$8.50
Classic Cuban turnovers with choice of picadillo (traditional ground beef filling) or cheese served with our famous Embargo '62 sauce +$3.00 per order.
Island Mussels* (GF) photo

Island Mussels* (GF)

$14.00
Mediterranean black mussels prepared in a savory island white wine sauce.
Mariquitas Con Mojo (V) GF) photo

Mariquitas Con Mojo (V) GF)

$5.00
Golden slivers of fried green plantains served with a garlic mojo dipping sauce.
Yucca Fries (V) (GF) photo

Yucca Fries (V) (GF)

$5.00
A traditional starchy root vegetable made into fries and served with a creamy aioli dipping sauce.
Masitas de Puerco (GF) photo

Masitas de Puerco (GF)

$7.50
Marinated fried pork chunks served with sautéed onions and lime wedges.
Cuban Sampler photo

Cuban Sampler

$16.00
Our showcase includes Masitas de Puerto frita (Marinated Fried Pork Chunks), Beef Empanada with our famous Embargo '62 sauce, Yucca Fries with a creamy aioli, two Ham Croquettas.
Croquetas photo

Croquetas

$5.00
Three breaded creamy béchamel and ham blended croquettes served with pickles and saltine crackers.
Tostones Nachos (V) (GF) photo

Tostones Nachos (V) (GF)

$12.50
Twice-fried green plantains smothered with Monterey Jack cheese, black beans, house-made pico de gallo, sour cream. Choose from chicken, pork, or vegetarian.

Sandwiches

Served pressed

Pan Con Bistec (Steak Sandwich)* photo

Pan Con Bistec (Steak Sandwich)*

$11.50
Cuban Steak Sandwich thin sliced marinated top sirloin, caramelized onions, potato sticks on authentic Cuban bread.

Grilled Chicken Sandwich

$11.00
Island marinated chicken breast, caramelized onions, potato sticks on authentic Cuban bread.
Cuban Sandwich photo

Cuban Sandwich

$10.00
A truly authentic Cuban classic. Roast pork, ham, Swiss pickles, mustard on authentic Cuban bread.
Elena Ruz photo

Elena Ruz

$9.00
Named for a Cuban socialite who frequented an all night diner in 1930’s Havana. Roast turkey, cream cheese, and strawberry jam on Cuban bread.

Classic Miami

$9.00
The Cuban version of a club sandwich. Roast turkey, ham, swiss cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato on authentic Cuban bread.

Pan Con Lechon (Pork Sandwich)

$8.50
The typical Cuban pork sandwich. Mojo marinated slow roasted pork, and Spanish onions on authentic Cuban bread.

Pork Belly Cheeseburger *

$10.00
A Cuban twist on a classic American Burger, our half pound blend of sirloin and pork belly, topped with Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato, onions, pickle on a potato bun.
Guava Bacon Cheeseburger* photo

Guava Bacon Cheeseburger*

$12.00
Half-pound blend of sirloin and pork belly topped with bacon, Swiss cheese, and guava on a potato bun.

Mango Habanero BBQ Pork Sandwich

$8.50
Slow roasted pork tossed in a mango BBQ sauce with caramelized onions, crispy potatoes, and dill pickles.

Entrees

Choice of two sides

Lechon (Pork) (GF) photo

Lechon (Pork) (GF)

$13.00
In house oven roasted mojo marinated pork shoulder.
Camarones (Shrimp) (GF) photo

Camarones (Shrimp) (GF)

$14.00
Australian caught, phosphate-free jumbo shrimp. Choose sauce: Enchilados- a savory island red wine tomato sauce or Al Ajillo- a garlic butter white wine sauce.
Palomilla (Steak)* (GF) photo

Palomilla (Steak)* (GF)

$13.50
Marinated top sirloin pounded thin and topped with chopped raw onion and parsley.
Pollo a La Plancha (Chicken) (GF) photo

Pollo a La Plancha (Chicken) (GF)

$14.00
Island marinated chicken breast, caramelized onions.
Ropa Vieja (GF) photo

Ropa Vieja (GF)

$13.50
Shredded beef in our tomato based sauce w/peppers and Spanish onions.
Braised Beef Oxtail (GF) photo

Braised Beef Oxtail (GF)

$15.50
With a texture and flavor closely resembling a short rib, it is a favorite among Cubans. The tail is chopped into pieces and then pan roasted in red wine till fall off-the-bone tender.

Island Marinated Roasted Chicken (GF)

$13.00
Island marinated overnight and slow roasted half chicken.

Salmon (GF)

$16.00
Grilled Salmon in a teriyaki glaze or lemon pepper seasoning topped with a grilled pineapple.

Veggie Pasta (V)

$13.00
Zucchini, squash, tomatoes, mushroom, broccoli in a savory red wine tomato sauce.

Shrimp Pasta

$19.00
Jumbo shrimp sautéed in a garlic butter white wine sauce with angel hair pasta.
Santiago Pasta photo

Santiago Pasta

$15.00
Blackened chicken, red pepper, savory alfredo sauce.
Vaca Frita photo

Vaca Frita

$15.00
Classic Cuban dish made from shredded and marinated beef grilled until crispy and topped with grilled onions

Sides

Black Beans (GF)

$4.00

White Rice (V)

$3.00

Sweet Plantains (V) (GF)

$4.00

Congri

$4.00
(Black bean and rice blend)

Hand Cut Fries (V)

$4.00

Yellow Rice

$4.00

Sautéed Vegetables (V) (GF)

$4.00

Cuban Toast

$4.00

Yucca Mash (V) (GF)

$4.00

Tostones (V) (GF)

$7.00

Salads

Add Chicken (GF) +$4.00 | Add Shrimp (GF) +$5.00

Seasonal Garden Salad (V)

$5.00

Classic Caesar (V)

$6.00

Soups

Chicken Noodle

$5.50

Black Bean

$4.50

Desserts

Flan photo

Flan

$6.00

Guava & Cheese Turnovers

$5.00
Churros photo

Churros

$6.00

Kids Menu

Served with 1 side item

Cuban

$6.00

Kids Grilled Cheese

$6.00

Kids Classic Miami

$6.00

Menu

Breakfast Empanadas

$8.00
Two classic Cuban turnovers filled with eggs, ham, cheese, tomato, and onions, creamy chipotle sauce.

Americano

$7.00
Two eggs, bacon, home fries, Cuban toast.

Brittany Benedict

$12.50
Cuban bread, picadillo (Cuban styled ground beef), poached egg, caramelized onions, tomato hollandaise, potato sticks.

Cuban Sloppy Joe

$8.00
Ropa vieja (shredded beef in our tomato based sauce w/ peppers and Spanish onions). Over medium eggs, potato sticks, Mexican cream, on Cuban bread.

Chorizo Mi Burrito

$12.00
Flour tortilla, eggs, chorizo, sauteed potatoes, onions, cheese, creamy chipotle sauce, served with plantain chips.

Big Kids Pancake

$7.00
One large pancake topped with choice of guava fruit jam or caramel with coconut shavings topped with whipped cream.

Bistec Al Caballo

$10.50
Thinly sliced top sirloin, two fried eggs, white rice, sweet plantains.

Torrejas

$12.00
Crispy Cuban french toast, house made anise syrup, vanilla ice cream.

Cuban Breakfast

$8.00
Two eggs, Cuban toast, two croquettes, and congri (black beans & rice).

Brunch Burger

$13.00
Our half pound blend of sirloin and pork belly, topped with American cheese, over medium egg, bacon.

Lechon Biscuits n Gravy

$10.00
Two biscuits, Lechon (pork) and chorizo gravy, topped with two over medium eggs.

Brunch Cocktails

Tú Bloody Maria

$8.00
Gin, Vodka, or Rum.

Best Sangria in Chattanooga

$7.00
(Special w/ Brunch Purchase)

Bikini Mimosa (Almost Bottomless)

$7.00
(Special w/ Brunch Purchase)

Morning After

$8.00
Citrus ale beer, ginger beer, lemon juice, grapefruit juice, orange juice.

The Sweet Cubana

$7.00
Sparking wine, black raspberry liquor, mint leaf.

Not Abuela's Cafe

$8.00
The only way to have coffee in the morning. Red eye coffee infused rye whiskey, Kahlua, Cuban espresso.
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