Fall Music Schedule

Posted on October 9, 2014 by Carmen's Bistro

Week of Thurs. Oct. 9 to Sun. Oct. 12

Carmen Updates Window Boxes

As Wednesday’s cold front was rolling in, Jim was winter proofing and Carmen was cleaning and redecorating the window boxes. Check them out— hearty mums, gourds and baby pumpkins.
Get Your Leaf Peeping In Soon!

¡Lunch!

By which we mean, breakfast any time, PLUS our lunchtime menu!

—Which is why we are showing you a picture of French Toast with Fresh Fruit and Real Whipped Cream

Cubano Sandwich by popular demand— pork, ham & Swiss w/ mustard & pickle on Cuban bread

Picadillo

Check out our full menu!

Though for a real treat, come in and see what’s on our Specials Board.

Friday Tapas Specials 10/10

Beef Stew slow cooked in a tomato herb broth
Herb Stuffed Pork Loin marinated, served over mashed sweet potatoes
Pan Seared Rainbow Trout over saffron rice & pea purée

~Full Tapas Menu Here~

Desserts expanded offerings:

Have you tried the Apple Crisp? Fan-Tastic!!

Flan

Raspberry Chocolate Layer Cake

New Art: Gary Masline—Faces & Places Showing Thru 2014

Gary loves Santa Fe, and it shows.

You may have seen Gary’s work around the area, he’s widely known. We like the way his paintings start to tell a story, then leave the rest for you to figure out. Look for an artist’s reception toward the end of the month.

Shows @ 6 & 8, $5 cover each

Music This Fall:

Mundo Nuevo – 10/24
Elizabeth Kasius & Heard– 11/21
The Nellies – Victorian Stroll
Mundo Nuevo – 12/19

What’s for Breakfast? Try Cuban-Spanish-American Cuisine in a Bistro Setting

Posted on June 28, 2014 by Carmen's Bistro

Eggs

Two Eggs any style with home fries, toast and coffee 5

Two Eggs any style with home fries, toast & choice of ham or house cured bacon 7
w/house cured chorizo 8
w/chorizo or veggie hash 9

Cuban Eggs Eggs to order with rice, black beans, plantains and sliced avocado 9

Eggs Jimbo Two eggs served over sauteed spinach and mushrooms, with home fries & toast 9

Huevos Flamenco Eggs served in a stew of chorizo, peppers, onions, and potatoes in a spicy tomato broth; served with a Portuguese roll 9

Ranch Eggs Two eggs sunny side up, mashed black beans, tomato chili sauce and lime creme; served with a slice of Texas toast and choice of chorizo or veggie hash 10

Omelets

Three Egg Omelet w/home fries & toast 6
& cheese (Cheddar or Swiss) 7.5
w/Manchego cheese 8.5

Ricardo Three egg omelet made with chorizo hash and manchego cheese; Served with plantains and toast 11

Lucy Three egg omelet made with spinach, mushrooms & swiss cheese; served with home fries and toast 10

Little Ricky Three egg omelet made with ham, tomato and cheddar cheese; served with home fries and toast 10

Pancakes

House Made Pancake & MultiGrain Mix

Three Pancakes w/butter & syrup 6
-short stack (2) 5

Three Blueberry or Banana 8
-short stack (2) 7

Three MultiGrain 8
-short stack (2) 7

Three Blueberry or Banana MultiGrain 9
-short stack (2) 8

Deluxe—Two regular pancakes, two slices ham or house cured bacon, two eggs 8.5
w/house made chorizo patty 9
w/house made chorizo hash or veggie hash 10

Deluxe—Two multigrain pancakes, two slices ham or house cured bacon, two eggs 9.5
w/house made chorizo patty 10
w/house made chorizo hash or veggie hash 10.5

French Toast

French Toast Three slices, grilled to perfection, served w/seasonal fruit 7

Flan French Toast Dipped in flan mixture & served w/caramel sauce, whipped cream & fruit 9.5

Breads

Whole Wheat, Multi Grain, Rye or Pumpernickel 1.5

Portuguese Roll 2

Sides

Four Slices of House Cured Bacon 4

Three Slices of Ham 3

Two House Made Chorizo Patties 4.5

House Made Chorizo or Veggie Hash 5

Plantains 3

Yucca Fries 3

Home Fries 2

Eggs (1) .75 • (2) 1.5

Beverages

Coffee or Tea 1.75

Espresso 2.5

Cortado (Cuban latte) 4

Herbal Teas 2.5

Juices sm 2 • lg 3

Fentiman’s Soda (made from natural botanicals) 3

Friday Tapas Menu May 9

Posted on May 9, 2014 by Carmen's Bistro

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

Posted on May 8, 2014 by Carmen's Bistro

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