Grilled shrimp with creamed avocado and pico. Wow, what flavor!
An appetizer tonight.
Friday Evening Tapas for May 16
Friday May 16
Coctel de Gambas y Aguacate avocado and shrimp cocktail 16
Ropa Vieja shredded beef w/crispy ricecakes & pureed black beans 15
Costillitas de Cerdo roasted pork spareribs w/guava-pineapple glaze 13
Braised Chicken w/sundried tomatoes over saffron rice 14
Grilled Vegetables w/crispy polenta and a sweet pea puree 12
Marinated Manchego w/garlic-rosemary olive oil, marcona almonds, and sun-dried cherries 8
Crispy Artichokes lightly floured and served w/aioli 8
Chorizo Stuffed Mushrooms topped with manchego cheese 8
Patatas Bravas crispy potatoes w/spicy aioli and sea salt 5
Pan Caramelized Brussels Sprouts w/ balsamic reduction 5
Salmon Pate… served w/capers, cornichon and toasted pita 10
Empanadas 1 for 3.5 | 2 for 6.5
choice of filling:
- meat seasoned with olives capers onions
- veggie with spinach mushrooms and plantains
Rice and Beans white rice, black beans 4
Yucca Fries Cuban root vegetable 4
Platanos fried ripe plantains 4
DESSERTS
Flan 5
Fresh Berry Cheesecake 6
Chocolate Sour Cream Cake 6
Melts In Your Mouth
Ever had Chicken Salad that is so tender that it just melts in your mouth?
I just did! Tender roasted, with fresh mango, herbs & spices, layered w/ lettuce & tomato on fresh ciabatta.
Chicken Mango Salad— as a salad or a sandwich.
Hidden Garden Tour Thursday, May 22 from 4-7:30
See the hidden wonders
of gardens you’ve only imagined
Friends of Prospect Park
Hidden Garden Tour
Thursday, May 22 from 4-7:30
Refreshments & Rest Stop at Carmen’s Café
After-party starts at 5:30 at Carmen’s,
w/ prix fixe menu plus wine, beer and sangria
What are you doing for Mother’s Day?
Here at Carmen’s, we are passing out flowers to mothers, so we’d suggest a reservation for a wonderful meal!
Sunday May 11 Only!
Ahi Tuna topped w/ pickled watermelon salad over spring greens
Eggs Benedict Crab Cakes w/ our homemade hollandaise sauce
Double Chocolate-Strawberry Pancakes the name says it all.
Friday Tapas Menu May 9
Seared Ahi Tuna w/ saffron rice, topped w/ pickled watermelon salad 16
Grilled Flank Steak w/ chimichurri over garlic mashed potatoes 15
Costillitas de Cerdo roasted pork spare ribs w/guava-pineapple glaze 13
Arroz con Pollo stewed chicken w/ rice 13
Roasted Vegetable Tower w/ manchego crostinis 12
Marinated Manchego w/garlic-rosemary olive oil, marcona almonds, and sun-dried cherries 8
Crispy Artichokes lightly floured and served w/aioli 8
Chorizo Stuffed Mushrooms topped with manchego cheese 8
Patatas Bravas crispy potatoes w/spicy aioli and sea salt 5
Pan Caramelized Brussels Sprouts w/ balsamic reduction 5
Salmon Pate… served w/capers, cornichon and toasted pita 10
Empanadas 1 for 3.5 | 2 for 6.5
choice of filling:
- meat seasoned with olives capers onions
- veggie with spinach mushrooms and plantains
Rice and Beans white rice, black beans 4
Yucca Fries Cuban root vegetable 4
Platanos fried ripe plantains 4
DESSERTS
Flan 5
Fresh Berry Cheesecake 6
Chocolate Sour Cream Cake 6
Today’s Specials / Carmen’s Café Special for Glenn Miller Concert / Friday Tapas Specials /Mother’s Day Specials
Specials Week of April 7
Free Local Delivery Weekdays w/ $15 Minimum
Sandwiches
Half Sandwich with choice
of soup or salad… 7.5
Roast Beef w/ Bleu Cheese & caramelized onions on homemade foccacia 8
Grilled Fresh Mozzarella w/ basil, tomato & balsamic drizzle 8
Meals
Why wait for the weekend? Get real food, real good, and get it now!
Mac and Cheese…w/ avocado & red pepper 8
with bacon or chorizo add 1
with plantains add .5
Pork Spare Ribs….w/pineapple guava sauce 9
Remember, free local delivery/ $15 minimum!
Today’s Soup: Get a cup or a bowl
Hearty Vegetable Soup–Rich and cheery, strong enough for winter but light enough for spring
Flamenco– yes, our favorite egg dish starts with a stew! And it’s great with or without the eggs. Available w/ chorizo or vegan
Salads
The Whole Garden..mixed greens w/grape tomatoes, onion, and
avocado 7.5
with grilled chicken add 4
Desserts
We’ve got you covered
Flan
Fresh Berry Cheesecake
Special Tasting Menu at Carmen’s Café
Winner of six Metroland Reader’s Choice 2014 Awards
Carmen’s is delighted to invite Troy Savings Bank Music Hall patrons to a special tasting menu, prior to the Glenn Miller Orchestra performance
Tapas Tasting Menu for Thursday, May 8:
-pick two of these appetizers:
Manchego Cheese
W/ Marcona Almonds, Balsamic Vinegar & Marinated Cherries
Crispy Chicken Wings
Tossed w/ Spicy Mango Glaze
Chorizo Stuffed Mushrooms
w/ Manchego Cheese
Piquillo Peppers
w/ Herbed Goat Cheese
-Plus two of these entrées:
Grilled Flank Steak
w/ Chimichurri Sauce over Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Arroz con Pollo
Chicken stewed in Tomato Herb Broth w/ Rice
Grilled Ahi Tuna
Topped w/ Pickled Watermelon Salad over Saffron Rice
Roasted Vegetable Tower
w/ Manchego Crostinis
-plus Coffee, Tea, Iced Tea or Homemade Ginger Ale and your choice of dessert:
Flan
traditional Cuban custard
Chocolate Bread Pudding
light and delicious w/ fresh whipped cream
Beer, wine and Sangria available
Prix Fixe $27 per person. Open for seating at 5:00.
To ensure timely service, please arrive no later than 6pm
Call (518) 326-2064 for reservations (suggested)
Cash, checks and major credit cards accepted.
Carmen’s Café
CarmensCafe@nycap.rr.com
Hours:
11-6 Wednesday & Thursday
11-10 Friday (Friday night Tapas)
9-4 Saturday & Sunday
198 First Street (Corner of Adams)
Troy, NY 12180
(518) 326-2064
Tapas Specials for Friday May 9
Seared Ahi Tuna w/ saffron rice, topped w/ pickled watermelon salad 16
Grilled Flank Steak w/ chimichurri over garlic mashed potatoes 15
Costillitas de Cerdo roasted pork spare ribs w/guava-pineapple glaze 13
Arroz con Pollo stewed chicken w/ rice 13
Roasted Vegetable Tower w/ manchego crostinis 12
Marinated Manchego w/garlic-rosemary olive oil, marcona almonds, and sun-dried cherries 8
Crispy Artichokes lightly floured and served w/aioli 8
Chorizo Stuffed Mushrooms topped with manchego cheese 8
Patatas Bravas crispy potatoes w/spicy aioli and sea salt 5
Pan Caramelized Brussels Sprouts w/ balsamic reduction 5
Salmon Pate… served w/capers, cornichon and toasted pita 10
Empanadas 1 for 3.5 | 2 for 6.5
choice of filling:
- meat seasoned with olives capers onions
- veggie with spinach mushrooms and plantains
Rice and Beans white rice, black beans 4
Yucca Fries Cuban root vegetable 4
Platanos fried ripe plantains 4
DESSERTS
Flan 5
Fresh Berry Cheesecake 6
Chocolate Sour Cream Cake 6
What are you doing for Mother’s Day?
Here at Carmen’s, we are passing out flowers to mothers, so we’d suggest a reservation for a wonderful meal!
Sunday May 11 Only!
Ahi Tuna topped w/ pickled watermelon salad over spring greens
Eggs Benedict Crab Cakes w/ our homemade hollandaise sauce
Double Chocolate-Strawberry Pancakes the name says it all.
Mother’s Day Special
What are you doing for Mother’s Day?
Here at Carmen’s, we are passing out flowers to mothers, so we’d suggest a reservation for a wonderful meal!
Sunday May 11 Only!
Ahi Tuna topped w/ pickled watermelon salad over spring greens
Eggs Benedict Crab Cakes w/ our homemade hollandaise sauce
Double Chocolate-Strawberry Pancakes the name says it all.
Carmen’s Café Special for the Glenn Miller Orchestra Concert
Special Tasting Menu at Carmen’s Café
Winner of six Metroland Reader’s Choice 2014 Awards
Carmen’s is delighted to invite Troy Savings Bank Music Hall patrons to a special tasting menu, prior to the Glenn Miller Orchestra performance
Tapas Tasting Menu for Thursday, May 8:
-pick two of these appetizers:
Manchego Cheese
W/ Marcona Almonds, Balsamic Vinegar & Marinated Cherries
Crispy Chicken Wings
Tossed w/ Spicy Mango Glaze
Chorizo Stuffed Mushrooms
w/ Manchego Cheese
Piquillo Peppers
w/ Herbed Goat Cheese
-Plus two of these entrées:
Grilled Flank Steak
w/ Chimichurri Sauce over Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Arroz con Pollo
Chicken stewed in Tomato Herb Broth w/ Rice
Grilled Ahi Tuna
Topped w/ Pickled Watermelon Salad over Saffron Rice
Roasted Vegetable Tower
w/ Manchego Crostinis
-plus Coffee, Tea, Iced Tea or Homemade Ginger Ale and your choice of dessert:
Flan
traditional Cuban custard
Chocolate Bread Pudding
light and delicious w/ fresh whipped cream
Beer, wine and Sangria available
Prix Fixe $27 per person. Open for seating at 5:00.
To ensure timely service, please arrive no later than 6pm
Call (518) 326-2064 for reservations (suggested)
Cash, checks and major credit cards accepted.
Carmen’s Café
CarmensCafe@nycap.rr.com
Hours:
11-6 Wednesday & Thursday
11-10 Friday (Friday night Tapas)
9-4 Saturday & Sunday
198 First Street (Corner of Adams)
Troy, NY 12180
(518) 326-2064
Tonight: Pernil!
Okay, so I told you that Pernil is roasted pork shoulder. So what do we do with it?
Check out the Crispy Pork tonight to see.
We start with a healthy serving of Pernil, in a bit of mofungo, a popular Latin side dish. Mofungo is made with mashed plantains, bacon & chicharron. Top it off with sofrito, a minced mix of peppers, garlic and onion
You just learned three new words in Spanish. Come in tonight and we will show you three new tastes!
