Snow is gone! Celebrate with something special for breakfast today. Carmen’s has it, in regular and NA versions. Happy times price today, 4 instead of 5, the perfect breakfast companion.
Saturday & Sunday January 11 & 12
Open 9-4 Sat. & Sun
Closed Fridays until February 7
Hanger Steak and Egg
w/ Toast & Homefries
Multigrain Pancakes
w/ Cranberries & Walnuts
Grilled Manchego Cheese Sandwich
& Mango Chutney
w/ Yucca Fries
Cheddar Cheeseburger
w/ Lettuce, Tomato, Onion & Yucca Fries
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Wednesday, February 5
Our new hours will be
Wednesday and Thursday 11-6
Friday 11-10
Saturday & Sunday 9-4
Local Delivery on Weekdays
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Eggnog French Toast
In the Holiday Spirit
Our delightful French Toast made with Amazing Eggnog (the favorite of our Holiday Party!) Get it with bacon for the perfect sweet-salty combo!
Fresh Bacon
We cure, smoke and slice our bacon, fresh for you. Chorizo sausage too. Why? It tastes sooooooo good, and because we care.
Sorry, folks, not this weekend—
We are taking off the 4th and 5th
We’ll be back next week, Jan. 11 & 12,
and through the rest of January
Our interim hours:
Saturday and Sunday, 9-4
We will not be open Fridays until February
Regular Hours Resume With A Bonus
Wednesday, February 5
Our new hours will be
Wednesday and Thursday 11-6
Friday 11-10
Saturday & Sunday 9-4
Local Delivery on Weekdays,
Stay Tuned for Further Developments!
Eggnog French Toast
In the Holiday Spirit
Our delightful French Toast made with Amazing Eggnog (the favorite of our Holiday Party! Get it with bacon for the perfect sweet-salty combo!
We bring you the best and the freshest!
We take special delight in surprising you with amazing food.
Just ask our servers, we always have goodies for our vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free friends.
Black Bean Burger Supreme
Gussied up with Onion, Tomato, Lettuce and Avocado
In addition to our regular tapas menu, here’s a roundup of Tapas Specials we’ve served up over the past year. We hope you enjoyed 2013 with us. We look forward to enjoying 2014 with you.
What were your Top 10 favorites?
Ropa Vieja
Shredded Beef in Tomato Sauce
Served w/ Yucca Fries
Pan Seared Scallops
Crispy Saffron Rice Cakes & Bacon
topped w/ Avocado Sauce
Roasted Chicken
w/ Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Veggie
Sweet Corn & Exotic Mushroom Tamales
w/ Roasted Red Pepper Coulis
& Avocado Sauce
Served With Black Beans & Veggie
Cumin -Coriander Crusted Filet Mignon
w/demi-glace and garlic mashed potatoes
Sauteed Shrimp w/ Creamy Coriander Sauce
over Saffron Rice & Veggie
Fried Chicken Thigh w/ Sun-Dried Tomato Chili Sauce
over Arroz con Gandules (rice w/pigeon peas)
Roasted Root Veggies
w/Lemon-Marinated Crispy Tofu
Crab Cakes
w/ creamy poblano sauce, served w/saffron rice and veggie
Grilled Hangar Steak
w/churrasco sauce
served with yucca fries
Arroz con Pollo
Chicken stewed and cooked with rice in a tomato-herb broth
Polenta cakes
w/grilled seasonal veggies
Grilled Scallops
w/ Lemon Beurre Blanc
served over Saffron Rice
Filet Mignon
w/ Coriander Mint & Cilantro Pesto
served w/ Pureed Parsnips & Yucca
Chicken Tamales
Steamed in Banana Leaves
Served w/ veggie
Cilantro-Lime Tofu
served w/ Sauteed Veggies over Rice
Pan-Seared Red Snapper Filet
Served w/ Avocado Sauce over Saffron Rice & Veggie
NY Strip Steak
w/ Cumin Demi-Glace
served w/ Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Chorizo Stuffed Boneless Chicken Breast
w/ Coriander Cream Sauce
served w/ Rice & Beans
Risotto
w/ Mushroom Medley, Squash & Red Peppers
Roasted Ham
w/braised cabbage and roasted potatoes
Seafood Bouillabaisse
w/lobster, shrimp, scallops and mussels
in a tomato-herb broth, served over saffron rice
Braised Leg of Lamb
w/a cilantro-lime gremolata,
served with potato pancakes and veggie
Vegetarian Tumbet
stewed in a tomato broth w/chickpeas, eggplant, and potato and topped with baked phyllo
Braised Beef Short Rib
Carmelized Onion-Guava Barbecue Sauce
w/ Fried Yucca
Crab Cakes
w/ Cuban Remoulade
over Saffron Rice and Veggie
Pollo al Jerez
Bone-in Chicken Thighs
Braised in Sherry Sauce
with Prunes, Raisins & Artichokes
served w/ Roasted Potatoes
Vegetarian Paella
Saffron Rice cooked in Vegetable stock
Loaded with Seasonal Veggies
Black Bean Sliders
w/ avocado mayo
Mango-Chili Chicken Wings
Bacon Wrapped Scallops
w/ avocado salsa
Grilled New York Strip Steak
served w/ Manchego Scalloped Potatoes
Boneless Chicken Breast
Seared in a Sherry Cream Sauce
over Arroz con Gandules
Crispy Pan Seared Perch
w/ Seasonal Veggies over Rice
Half Crispy Avocado
w/ Pico
(Pineapple Coconut Rice
& Black Bean Cake)
New York Strip Steak
Roasted Potatoes and Grilled Asparagus
Pan Seared Salmon
w/ Roasted Red Pepper Coulis
over Forbidden Rice & Veggie
Chicken Tamales
w/ Black Beans & Rice
Vegetarian Tumbet
Stewed in Tomato Broth, Chickpeas,
Eggplant & Potato, Wrapped in Puff Pastry
Sweet Corn & Black Bean Salad
over Jicama & Bibb Lettuce
with Avocado Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing
Cumin Coriander Crusted Filet Mignon
w/ Potato Pancake & Veggie
Arroz con Pollo
Braised Chicken & Rice
Mussels, Shrimp & Chorizo
w/ Coconut-Lime Broth
in a Bed of Rice
Avocado Mac & Cheese
w/ Roasted Red Peppers
Black Bean & Corn Salad
Pan Seared Salmon
w/ Mango Salsa
over Exotic Rice
New York Strip Steak
w/ Chimichurri Sauce
& Roasted Red Peppers
Sauteéd Boneless Chicken Breast
w/ Capers & Olives in a light Wine Sauce
Served w/ Rice & Veggie
Grilled Avocado on Crispy Rice Cake
w/ Sauteéd Seasonal Veggies
Crab Cakes with Cauliflower Purée
w/ Sautéed Carrots
Pork Medallions
w/ Caramelized Pineapple
over Coconut Rice
Roast Chicken
with Saffron Rice & Beans
Grilled Flatbread
w/ Sundried Tomato Tapenade & Grilled Veggies
topped w/ Manchego Cheese
Smoked Beef Short Ribs
w/ Yucca Fries & Veggie
Chicken Tamales
w/ Rice & Veggie
Shrimp Kebab
over Rice w/ Chimichurri Sauce
Crispy Tofu
w/ Coconut Curry Sauce
over rice w/ veggies
Chickpea, Golden & Red Beet & Kale Salad
over Quinona
Ropa Vieja (Braised Beef)
w/ Arroz con Gandules & Veggies
Pan Seared Boneless Chicken Breast
w/ Sweet & Spicy Mango Chutney over Exotic Rice
Grilled Salmon
w/ Cilantro Pesto
over Rice w/ Veggie
Stuffed Pepper
w/ Herbed Cous-Cous & Sweet & Sour Sauce
Pan Seared Rainbow Trout
w/ Mango-Black Bean Salsa, served over Rice
Polenta
over Pea and Cauliflower Purée
Grilled Steak
w/ Pepper Coulis
and Roasted Red Potatoes
Crispy Fried Chicken Thighs
w/ Spicy Mango Sauce, served w/ Rice & Beans
Grilled Scallops
over Crispy Rice Cakes
Filet Mignon
w/ Roasted Red Potatoes
Grilled Pork Tenderloin
w/ Orange Mojo Sauce
over Rice & Beans
Crispy Avocado
w/ Warm Quinoa Salad
w/ Tarragon Vinaigrette Dressing
Ropa Vieja
Stewed Shredded Beef in Tomato Sauce
w/ Arroz con Gandules
Pan Seared Perch
over Exotic Rice w/ Veggie
Pan Fried Boneless Chicken Breast
w/ Capers, Red Peppers & Onions
Served with Roasted Potatoes & Veggie
Kale Salad
w/ Buttered Poached Beets,
Carrots & Roasted Chickpeas
Cuban Meat Loaf
w/ Garlic Mashed Potatoes & Veggie
Roast Chicken
w/ Brown Rice & Beans
Shrimp in Coriander Cream Sauce
Over Rice & Veggies
Hummus Trio
served w/ Crudité & Grilled Pita
Beef Tamales
w/ Chili Sauce
served w/ Seasonal Veggie
Pan Seared Perch
w/ Mango-Black Bean Salsa
over Exotic Rice
Coconut Chicken
over Pineapple Rice & Veggie
Grilled Flatbread
w/ Tomato Tapenade,
Manchego Cheese & Grilled Veggies
Pork Ribs w/ Guava BBQ Sauce
Yucca Fries & Veggie
Grilled Salmon
w/ Peach Glaze
over Exotic Rice & Veggie
Roast Chicken
w/ Garlic Mashed Potatoes & Veggie
Mushroom & Leek Risotto
Cuban Bouillabaisse
Shrimp, Mussels, Clams & Scallops
in a tomato broth over saffron rice
Chorizo Stuffed Chicken Breast
w/ Creamy Coriander Sauce over Saffron Rice & Plantains
Short Ribs
w/ Beef-Chili jus
w/ Roasted Red Potatoes & Veggie
Beet & Sweet Potato Stack
w/ House-Made Ricotta, topped w/ Swiss Chard & Walnut Pesto
Flank Steak
w/ Chimichurri Sauce
w/ Roasted Potatoes
Sautéed Chicken Breast
w/ White Wine-Garlic-Lemon Sauce
over Saffron Rice & Veggie
Crab Cakes
w/ Cuban Remoulade
w/ Potatoes & Veggie
Mac & Cheese
w/ Avocado & Roasted Red Peppers
Topped w/ Toasted Bread Crumbs
Fried Chicken Thighs
w/ Mashed Sweet Potatoes & Veggie
Sautéed Shrimp
in Creamy Coriander Sauce over Saffron Rice
Pork Tenderloin
w/ Butternut Purée & Collard Greens
Black Bean & Plantain Falafel
w/ Toasted Pita Side Salad
Flank Steak
w/ Roasted Potatoes & Veggies
Roast Chicken
w/ Garlic Mashed Potatoes & Veggies
Grilled Salmon
w/ Roasted Red Pepper Sauce & Exotic Rice
Sautéed Mussels
in Light Tomato Broth, served w/ Grilled Roll
Chorizo Stuffed Chicken
served w/ Rice & Beans
Portobella Stack
w/ Grilled Veggies & Fresh Ricotta
Cumin-Coriander Crusted Filet Mignon
w/ Garlic Mashed Potatos & Veggie
Pollo Al Jerez
Chicken Stewed in Sherry Sauce w/ Raisins & Prunes, Olives & Capers
Seafood Bouillabaisse
over Saffron Rice
Portobella Tower
Grilled Portobello w/ our won Fresh Ricotta, Cilantro Pesto & Grilled Veggies
Cuban Roast Beef
w/ roasted veggies & baby new potatoes
Braised Chicken Thighs
w/ cream sherry sauce over rice & beans
Pan Seared Salmon
w/ white wine lemon sauce over saffron rice
Vegetarian Flamenco
lentils, peppers & potatoes simmered in herbed tomato broth, topped with a froth of corn,
served with a grilled roll
Beef Chorizo Sliders
Pan Seared Salmon
w/ creamy dill sauce over saffron rice
NY Strip Steak
w/ demi glace & crispy potato
Arroz con Pollo
chicken stewed in herbed tomato broth, slow cooked w/ rice, olives, peppers & capers
Asparagus wrapped in Eggplant
w/ fresh mozzarella & tomato lime sauce
Fresh Pan Seared Mahi-Mahi
w/ mango beurre blanc over saffron rice & veggie
NY Strip Steak
& garlic mashed potatoes and veggie
Stuffed Chicken Breast
w/ mushroom, spinach & rice, topped w/creamy poblano sauce
Portabello Tower
w/ grilled seasonal veggies, homemade ricotta, & cilantro-pesto sauce
Due to popular demand and the fact that we would miss the heck out of you we have shifted Heaven and Earth so we can stay open in January
Our interim hours:
Saturday and Sunday, 9-4
We will not be open Fridays until February
We are taking ONE weekend off and visiting friends and family on January 4 & 5
Check our website!
We’ll post lots more fun meals, and pictures daily
Here’s a couple teasers down below
Regular Hours Resume With A Bonus
Wednesday, February 5
Our new hours will be
Wednesday and Thursday 11-6
Friday 11-10
Saturday & Sunday 9-4
Local Delivery on Weekdays,
Stay Tuned for Further Developments!
Eggnog French Toast
In the Holiday Spirit
Our delightful French Toast made with Amazing Eggnog (the favorite of our Holiday Party! Get it with bacon for the perfect sweet-salty combo!
Black Bean Burger Supreme
Gussied up with Onion, Tomato, Lettuce and Avocado
She brought us a Rudolph and had some extras (just in case!) She twisted them into an animal for this little girl.
The good cheer abounds!
CHRISTMAS EVE POTLUCK AT CARMEN’S CAFE, TROY – Tue Dec. 24
A Neighborly Gathering for Those Who Can’t Be With Their Family
(Announcing Winter Hours, Expanded Schedule & Delivery Service)
TROY, N.Y. — Carmen’s Cafe will host its annual holiday potluck dinner this Tuesday, Dec. 24, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. The event is free and open to all. They ask you to bring a friend and a dish or beverage to share.
“We open our doors and our hearts for people who have no place to go on Christmas Eve,” said Carmen Gonzalez, who is co-owner with Jim Lewis of Carmen’s Cafe. “This is one of the events where the community spirit in Troy really shines. Everyone is family here.”
In addition to the dishes brought by guests, Carmen’s kitchen will put out a spread of rice and beans, with picadillo (ground beef, sauteed with tomato and herb broth with olives, capers and raisins), plantains, salad and flan. Sangria, coffees and tea will also be served.
The evening will feature a musical performance by flamenco guitarist Garth Green, of Troy. Carmen’s Cafe is located at 198 First Street, on the corner of First and Adams streets.
“This is about community building and enjoying the spirit of giving,” said Gonzalez. “Bring a dish and a friend.”
The annual gathering has grown over the years from a small group to more than 60 people last Christmas Eve. This year, Gonzalez expects about 100 people will come during the evening.
Carmen, a native of Manhattan, opened the Cuban-American cafe on the border of South Troy in 2004. The daughter of a Puerto Rican mother and Cuban father, Carmen’s menu is inspired by family recipes.
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NEW WINTER HOURS
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While Carmen’s Cafe is normally closed for the winter, this year, by popular demand, the restaurant will be open for limited winter hours. From Dec. 28 to Feb. 2, Carmen’s will be open Saturdays and Sundays, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with the exception of the Jan. 4 and 5 weekend.
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NEW REGULAR SCHEDULE,
EXPANDED HOURS, DELIVERY
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Starting in February, Carmen’s will be open for five days instead of three, with a lunch menu of soups, salads and sandwiches served on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays in addition to the full menu offered weekends. New hours will be: Wednesday and Thursday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Friday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Also starting this February, Carmen’s will provide local delivery.
For information, call 518-326-2064 or visit: http://carmenscafetroy.com or https://www.facebook.com/carmenscafetroy
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Everyone’s favorite breakfast special!
We make our own Rice Cake, top it with poached eggs, and add fresh made Hollandaise Sauce. The veggie version shown comes with Plantains & salad, and the meaty version has our own fresh-smoked Bacon.
A taste delight!
Tuesday, Dec. 24—
Carmen’s Holiday Potluck!5-10 pm (or whenever)
We put out the basics— Salad, Rice & Beans, Picadillo, Plantains, plus Flan, Eggnog, Hot Spiced Cider and Sangria
(and maybe a few surprises!)
You bring friends, plus a drink or dish to share
No charge, no cover, just a good old fashioned neighborhood time
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