Havana Grill Menu
Introducing Havana Grill, a comfort food haven in San Diego catering to all dietary preferences. With vegan options and many vegetarian choices, this women-owned establishment offers a relaxed atmosphere and generous portions. The menu boasts Cuban delights like Lechn Roasted Pork, Vaca Frita, and The Hemingway, satisfying meat lovers and veggie enthusiasts alike. Specials like Seafood Paella and Arroz con Pollo showcase the diverse flavors of Cuban cuisine. Customers rave about the delicious food and ample portions, highlighting favorites like the Lechon and Vaca Frita. The casual setting with gender-neutral restrooms and outdoor seating adds to the welcoming vibe. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a regular, Havana Grill promises a delightful culinary experience with every visit.
Plates
Lechn
Roasted Pork, White Onions, Cilantro, Mojo
Vaca Frita
Natural hormone-free braised Flank Steak, seared crispy with sauteed Onions and Mojo
The Hemingway
Marinated and grilled Palisades Ranch grass-fed Sirloin, grilled Wild Caught Gulf Shrimp, and roasted Vegetables
Ropa Vieja
Natural hormone-free Beef, braised and shredded in a light wine and organic Tomato Sauce with Olives and Capers
Pollo
Mary's free-range 1/2 Chicken roasted with a Garlic and Herb house rub garnished with Onion
Fricas de Pollo
Naturally raised hormone-free Chicken braised in a light wine and organic Tomato sauce with Onions, Bell Peppers, Olives, Capers, and Red Potatoes
Grilled Citrus Chicken
Naturally raised hormone-free Chicken Breast with caramelized Onions and Cilantro
Mango Citrus Salmon
Wild caught Sockeye Salmon fillet grilled and served with a fresh Mango Sauce
Picadillo
Natural hormone-free Ground Beef seasoned with Onions, Bell Peppers, Garlic, organic Tomato Sauce, Olives, and Raisins
Sampler Platter
Empanada, Papa Rellena, Sweet Plantain, Yuca Fries, Tostones, Ham Croquettes, and Plantain Chips
Vegetarian Plate
Roasted mixed seasonal veggies, Yuca Fries, Signature Black Beans, Tostone, Sweet Plantains
Osso Buco Encendido (Beef Shank)
Naturally-raised, grass-fed Beef Shank slowly braised in wine and spices
Havana Sirloin Steak (7oz)
Grilled naturally-raised, grass-fed Sirloin Steak, house rub, FuFu (mashed green plantains and pork cracklings). Served medium
Milanesa (Breaded Steak)
Rabo Encendido
Natural hormone-free Oxtail that is slowly braised in wine and spices
Seafood Paella
Classic seafood rice dish made with clams, mussels, calamari, cod, chicken, roasted red peppers, peas, and lemon. Served with a Cuban tomato and cucumber side salad
Arroz con Pollo
Traditional, classic Cuban dish made with tender seasoned chicken, cooked with rice, peas, red pepper and spices. Served with sweet plantains
Pollo Garlic Mash
Mary's free range 1/2 Chicken roasted with garlic and herb house rub, garnished with onion. Served with garlic potato mash with pork cracklings
Lechon & Garlic
Roasted pork, white onions, cilantro, mojo*Side garlic potato smashed topped with pork cracklings
Havana Royale Burger
Two naturally-raised 4oz beef patties, melted cheese, sweet caramelized onions, crispy bacon, crunchy slaw, signature house-made guava aioli. Served with shoestring fries
Havana Skirt Steak (Solomillo)
Grilled Angus Outside Skirt Steak, house rub, FuFu (mashed green plantains and pork cracklings)
Specials
Sandwiches
The Classic
Roasted Pork, Garlic Aioli, caramelized Onions, Mojo
Cuban American
Natural, hormone-free braised Flank Steak, seared crispy, caramelized Onions, Aioli, Mojo
Cuban Veggie
Roasted Bell Peppers and Zucchini, fresh Mint, Goat Cheese, Red Wine Vinegar drizzle
Havana Chicken
Natural hormone-free Chicken Breast, caramelized Onions, Cilantro, Garlic Aioli
El Cubano
Sliced roasted pork, smoked ham, cheese, mustard, pickles, hot pressed
The Hot Cuban
Roasted Pork, caramelized Onions, Jalapenos, Cilantro, Garlic Aioli, Mojo
Crazy Cuban
Slice roasted pork, smoked ham, cheese, mustard, pickles, pork cracklings, hot pressed
Ensalada Cubana (Full)
Organic Tomato, local Avocado, Cucumber, Red Onion, Organic Lettuce, House Vinaigrette
Ensalada Cubana (Half)
Original Caesar (Full)
Local Organic Romaine, Croutons, original Caesar Dressing
Original Caesar (Half)
Local organic Romaine, Croutons, original Caesar Dressing
Spinach Salad (Full)
Local organic Baby Spinach, Goat Cheese, organic Apples, caramelized Pecans, Cranberries, Honey Mustard Vinaigrette
Spinach Salad (Half)
Local organic Baby Spinach, Goat Cheese, organic Apples, caramelized Pecans, Cranberries, Honey Mustard Vinaigrette
Chicken Soup (Half)
Chicken Soup (Full)
Soup & Salad
Side Orders
Empanada
Fried half-moon shaped turnover consisting of pastry and filled with Picadillo
Croquetas de Jamon
smooth ground ham coated in breadcrumbs then fried
Fries- Cuban
Fries- Regular
Black Beans
Brown Rice
Congris
Classic Cuban mixed Black Beans and Rice
White Rice
Garlic Potato Mash
Lamb Chops
Chicken Breast
Shrimp (3)
Giant Papa Rellena
Stuffed mashed potato ball filled with picadillo
Plantain Chips
Roasted Veggies
Sweet Plantains
Over-ripe sweet Black Plantains
Steamed Yuca
Yuca Fries
Fried Cassava Root
Tostones
Double cooked disc shaped Green Plantains
Extra Mojo To Go
Toasted Pan (Cuban Bread)
Gluten Free Pan
Arroz con Leche
Caramel Flan
Guava Cheese Pastry
Guava Cheese Pastry (Half Dozen)
Guava Cheese Pastry (Dozen)
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Mango Mojito Tarte
Brownie Cookie
Chocolate Chip Cookie
Mojito Mint Cookie
Bananas Foster Profiterole
Mojito Mint Tart
Guava Pastry
Guava Pastry (Half Dozen)
Guava Pastry (Dozen)
Key Lime-Mango Tarte
Key Lime custard, mango whipped cream, lime zest, Chiffonade mint, graham cracker crust
Flan
Traditional baked vanilla custard with caramelized sugar
Cuban Coffee Tres Leches
Coffee soaked vanilla tres leches cake, coffee whipped cream
Chocolate Chunk Cookie
Desserts
Family Meal
Lechon by the Pound
Lechon Family Meal
Meal for 4 includes choice of White/Brown Rice and Signature Black Beans OR Congris (Cuban dish combining Beans and Rice). Also included are Sweet Plantains and Pan Cubano.
Fricase de Pollo Family Meal
Ropa Vieja Family Meal
Meal for 4 includes choice of White/Brown Rice and Signature Black Beans OR Congris (Cuban dish combining Beans and Rice). Also included are Sweet Plantains and Pan Cubano.
Pollo Family Meal
Meal for 4 includes choice of White/Brown Rice and Signature Black Beans OR Congris (Cuban dish combining Beans and Rice). Also included are Sweet Plantains and Pan Cubano.
Rabo Encendido Family Meal
Picadillo Family Meal
Meal for 4 includes choice of White/Brown Rice and Signature Black Beans OR Congris (Cuban dish combining Beans and Rice). Also included are Sweet Plantains and Pan Cubano.
White Rice Family Meal
Black Beans Family Meal
Tractor Craft Soda
Jupia
Ironbeer
Materva
Malta Hatuey
Mexican Coke
Sprite
Fanta Orange
Solar Rain Water (Small)
Solar Rain Water (Large)
Tea- Iced
Tea- Hot
Fresh Young Coconut
Non-Alcoholic Mojito
Mexican Coke (Large)
Fanta Orange (Large)
Soft Drinks
Coffee & Tea
Cafe Cubano
Cortadito
Cafe Americano
Cafe con Leche
French Press
Iced Coffee
Iced Cafe con Leche
Open Drink
Apple Juice
Grape Juice
Fruit Punch
Berry Lemonade
Juice
Headware
Fedora Hat
Fricas de Pollo (Per Serving)
(Per Serving) Naturally raised hormone-free Chicken braised in a light wine and organic Tomato sauce with Onions, Bell Peppers, Olives, Capers, and Red Potatoes
Grilled Citrus Chicken (Per Serving)
Naturally raised hormone-free Chicken Breast with caramelized Onions and Cilantro
Hemingway Surf & Turf (Per Serving)
Marinated and grilled Palisades Ranch grass-fed Sirloin, grilled Wild Caught Gulf Shrimp, and roasted Vegetables
Lechn (Per Serving)
Roasted Pork, White Onions, Cilantro, Mojo
Mango Citrus Salmon (Per Serving)
Wild caught Sockeye Salmon fillet grilled and served with a fresh Mango Sauce
Picadillo (Seasoned Ground Beef) (Per Serving)
Natural hormone-free Ground Beef seasoned with Onions, Bell Peppers, Garlic, organic Tomato Sauce, Olives, and Raisins
Ropa Vieja (Braised Beef) (Per Serving)
Natural hormone-free Beef, braised and shredded in a light wine and organic Tomato Sauce with Olives and Capers
Vaca Frita (Per Serving)
Natural hormone-free braised Flank Steak, seared crispy with sauteed Onions and Mojo
Osso Buco Encendido - Beef Shank (Per Serving)
Naturally-raised, grass-fed Beef Shank slowly braised in wine and spices
PROTIENS
SPECIALTIES
Garlic Stuffed Pork Roast (Per Serving)
(6 servings minimum order)Whole, slow cooked garlic stuffed pork roast
Arroz con Pollo (Per Serving)
Rice, naturally raised hormone-free chicken, peas, red peppers, spices
Seafood Paella (Per Serving)
(6 servings minimum)Shrimp, mussels, calamari, cod, red peppers, lemon rice
White Rice (Single)
White Rice (Half Pan)
Serves 12-15
White Rice (Full Pan)
Serves 27-30
Brown Rice (Single)
Brown Rice (Half Pan)
Serves 12-15
Brown Rice (Full Pan)
Serves 27-30
Congris Rice (Single)
Classic Cuban mixed Black Beans and Rice
Congris Rice (Full Pan)
Serves 27-30
Congris Rice (Half Pan)
Serves 12-15
Signature Black Beans (Single)
Signature Black Beans (Half Pan)
Serves 12-15
Signature Black Beans (Full Pan)
Serves 27-30
Sweet Plantains (Single)
Ripe, sliced plantains, fried until sweet and golden
Sweet Plantains (Half Pan)
Serves 12-15
Sweet Plantains (Full Pan)
Serves 27-30
RICE/BEANS/PLANTAINS
EMPANADAS
6 Empanadas (Half Dozen)
12 Empanadas (Dozen)
Picadillo Empanada
seasoned ground beef
Original Caesar Salad (Single)
(Single Serving)Local Organic Romaine, Croutons, original Caesar Dressing
Original Caesar Salad (Full Pan)
(Serves 27-30)Local Organic Romaine, Croutons, original Caesar Dressing
Original Caesar Salad (Half Pan)
(Serves 13-15)Local organic Romaine, Croutons, original Caesar Dressing.
Harvest Spinach Salad (Single)
(Single Serving) Local organic Baby Spinach, Goat Cheese, organic Apples, caramelized Pecans, Cranberries, Honey Mustard Vinaigrette
Harvest Spinach Salad (Full Pan)
(Serves 27-30)Local organic Baby Spinach, Goat Cheese, organic Apples, caramelized Pecans, Cranberries, Honey Mustard Vinaigrette
Harvest Spinach Salad (Half Pan)
(Serves 13-15)Local organic Baby Spinach, Goat Cheese, organic Apples, caramelized Pecans, Cranberries, Honey Mustard Vinaigrette
Ensalada Cubana (Cucumber & Tomato) (Single)
(Single Serving) Organic Tomato, local Avocado, Cucumber, Red Onion, Organic Lettuce, House Vinaigrette
Ensalada Cubana (Cucumber & Tomato) (Full Pan)
(Serves 27-30)Organic Tomato, local Avocado, Cucumber, Red Onion, Organic Lettuce, House Vinaigrette
Ensalada Cubana (Cucumber & Tomato) (Half Pan)
(Serves 13-15)Organic Tomato, local Avocado, Cucumber, Red Onion, Organic Lettuce, House Vinaigrette
Chicken & Vegetable Soup (Single)
Classic house-made Chicken Soup
SOUP & SALADS
APPETIZERS/SIDES
Mojo Sauce
.5oz side
Cuban Fries (Per Serving)
House shoestring fries with mojo garlic sauce
French Fries (Per Serving)
House shoestring fries
Sweet Plantains (Per Serving)
Ripe, sliced plantains, fried until sweet and golden
Tostones (Per Serving)
Smashed green plantains, deep fried and salted. Served with mojo
Plantain Chips (Per Serving)
Thinly sliced green plantains, fried and lightly salted
Steamed Yucca with Pork Cracklings (Per Serving)
Yuca (cassava) cooked until tender, topped with mojo and crisp pork cracklings
Yuca Fries (Per Serving)
Thick cuts of yuca (cassava), deep fried until crispy, served with mojo
Garlic Potato Mash (Per Serving)
Creamy garlic mashed potatoes topped with crisp pork cracklings
Roasted Veggies (Per Serving)
Mix of Zucchini squash, carrots, cauliflower, roasted with olive oil, salt & pepper
Toasted Pan (Cuban Bread) (Per Serving)
Papa Rellena (Stuffed Potato) (Per Serving)
stuffed mashed potato ball filled with seasoned ground beef (picadillo)
Ham Croquettes (Per Serving)
balls of finely smoked ground ham, butter bchamel sauce, breaded, then deep fried
