Yellow Rice
Aromatic rice with achiote and spices
Chilled Red Cabbage Slaw
Shredded red cabbage combined with a light dressing, tangy finish.
Maduros
sauteed ripe, sweet, plantains
Sautéed Zucchini
Julienned zucchini sautéed with a light seasoning of salt & pepper.
Coco Shrimp (1)
Shrimp served in a crispy coconut batter.
S/ Avocado
Avocado... always a healthy addition...
Extra Garnish Chips
Hand sliced, in case you want a few more??
Fried Yuca
crispy yuca root, served with our delicious homemade ketchup
Laurel Rice
Mashed Potatoes
Creamy, whipped potatoes, perfectly seasoned with our roasted red pepper sofrito for a comforting side dish.
Grilled Asparagus
CSH: Sandwich: Shrimp Po' Boy
CSH: CdP Snack
CSH: Sandwich: BBQ Chicken
CSH: Side Raw Slaw
CSH: Sandwich: Black Bean Burger
CSH: Albondigas De Frijoles
CSH: App Special
CSH: Camarones Pequenos
Pork Masitas
slow braised pork shoulder, white rice, black beans, pickled red onions & chilis, spicy pork demi glace
Ropa Vieja
braised/shredded skirt steak stewed with peppers, tomatoes and chilis, spiced yellow rice, sofrito sauce, platanos maduros
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Short Person Pasta
plain side of pasta, plain cheese, butter (no green garnish, no veggies, shape of pasta varies)
Chicharrones De Pollo Sandwich
crispy fried chicken sandwich, spicy "MHS" aioli, cabbage slaw, brioche bun, side salad MHS= medium hot sauce...housemade. try a bottle!
'Impossible' Savory Hash
simmered with roasted tomatoes, chilis, sultanas, capers, and olives, served with black beans, laurel-scented rice, and braised purple cabbage ('plant based')
Seafood 'Ajiaco'
lobster tails, black mussels, shrimp, yuca, plantains, spicy tomato cream stock, side of laurel rice
Caribbean Curry
mild turmeric based curry, spinach, yuca, sweet red peppers, coconut milk, chili peppers, veggies... optional shrimp or chicken add-on
#1 Bindle Of BBQ Ribs
new in 2020... served smothered in guava BBQ sauce, with fried yuca on the side with spicy ketchup and a side of raw slaw with 'MHS' aioli
Arroz Con Pollo
tender slow roasted 'cuban style' chicken, spiced yellow rice, pollo braising sauce, sweet platanos maduros, roasted red pepper sofrito sauce
Cubano Sandwich
house roasted pork shoulder, ham, swiss cheese, dijon mustard, dill pickle... on butter grilled acme sweet baguette
Pasta Verde
pasta, spinach, squash, petit pois, asparagus, aged manchego cheese, avocado-cilantro butter sauce, pimenton dela vera oil, avocado (vegan upon special request)
Paella
our cuban-inspired preparation includes shrimp, mussels, chicken, and chorizo, cooked fresh to order 'en cazuela' with piquillo peppers and spiced yellow rice
Tierra Y Mar
marinated skirt steak, coconut crusted shrimp, sofrito mashed potatoes, grilled asparagus, avocado-cilantro pesto (no nuts)
Mussels
pan roasted PEI black mussels with sour orange, soy sauce, garlic and cuban table oil (CTO)
Crab Cakes
blue crab, jo#1 seasoning...classic 'terrapin' recipe, roasted corn salsa, avocado-cilantro pesto, sofrito sauce
Camarones Con Mojo
Spicy sauteed shrimp with piquillo, habanero peppers, garlic & citrus, served on cuban toasts
Marinated Olives
3 types of olives (vary), orange zest, spices (vegan)
Mariquitas Chips
housemade plantain chips, lightly salted, black bean salsa (vegan)
Shrimp Ceviche
shrimp cured in key lime juice, black beans, habanero, red onion, coconut milk, cilantro
Pork Empanadas
three housemade pork picadillo turnovers, filled with chilis, cheese, with red cabbage slaw, black bean salsa & jalapeno-coconut sauce
Calamari
crispy calamari with a fresh side of papaya tartar sauce
Croquetas
crispy potato fritters with manchego cheese, carrot slaw, side of tamarind-smoked jalapeno BBQ sauce (super popular with kids)
Cafe Cubano Whole Bean Coffee
CTO (MINI) Bottle
One mini-sized bottle of our signature cuban table oil (cto)...
CTO Bottle
Remember our orange Cuban Table Oil? Buy a bottle for home, so many uses, just ask...
Key Lime Tart
made with fresh citrus, in small batches, graham cracker crust, guava-berry coulis
Cuban Flan
traditional, housemade
Mr. Johnson's Chocolate Cake
rich, dark callebaut chocolate, dark rum-chocolate sauce
Dessert Fee
Raw Slaw
shaved green cabbage, carrots, cilantro, jalapeno, smoked paprika vinaigrette (vegan)
Plantain Crusted Goat Cheese Salad
baby spinach, arugula, toasted pepitas, aged sherry vinaigrette, finished with 2 rounds of crispy plantain crusted, warm goat cheese
Black Bean Soup: Bowl
black bean soup, spanish onion, parsley. same delicious recipe from when we opened in 1997! (vegan)
Ensalada De Yesica
mixed greens, tossed with roasted shaved corn & pepper salsa, black beans, carrots, flambeau radish, citrus-cumin vinaigrette
Palmitos Salad
hearts of palm, tossed with frisee, radicchio, supremed ruby red grapefruit, sugar cane walnuts, avocado, lime vinaigrette (vegan)
Welcome to the La Bodeguita Del Medio Menu, where vibrant flavors and rich traditions come together to create an unforgettable dining experience. Nestled in the heart of Palo Alto, California, this charming spot offers a delightful array of dishes inspired by the bold tastes of Cuban cuisine. From savory tapas to hearty entrees, the menu captures the essence of authentic Cuban cooking, using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients that deliver both comfort and excitement with every bite.
Whether you're in the mood for classic Cuban sandwiches, flavorful seafood, or a delectable plantain dish, there's something for everyone at La Bodeguita Del Medio. The laid-back atmosphere invites you to relax and savor each bite while enjoying the warmth and hospitality that makes this place a local favorite. With a menu that blends the familiar and the new, each dish tells a story of Cuba's rich culinary heritage, making every meal here an adventure for the senses.