Mamajuana Café, located at 1000-1032 Frankford Avenue, will open on April 18th at 11 a.m. with a ribbon cutting ceremony and party.
The restaurant, which is the first in the Philadelphia area, is 10,000 square feet and consist of 350 seats in the dining area, plus 30 bar seats and a patio that will seat 60 people to be opened in time for summer.
“We are so excited to bring Philadelphia its first Mamajuana Café,” said the groups founders in a statement. “This is going to be a cultural experience for those who have never been to one of our businesses. We are known for our mouth-watering Latino cuisine, Mamajuana Cafe boasts an array of dishes that celebrate the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean, Hispanic, and South American culinary heritage. From scratch-made sauces that evoke the essence of Dominican Republic to Colombia, each plate is a testament to our unwavering commitment to authenticity and quality.”
The menu, carefully curated by Executive Chef Alexis Rosario, who has been with Mamajuana Café for over 15 years, and Chef Jose Zarazuela is as follow:
Soups & Salads:
· Caesar Salad: $12
· Sancho (Meat & Root Vegetables Stew): $18
· Burrata Carroza Salad: $18
· Calamari Salad: $25
Appetizers:
· Empanada Trio: $14
· Oxtail Croquettes (Croquetas De Rabo): $14
· Eggplant Croquettes: $14
· Mixed Skewers (Pincho Mixto): $18
· Thai Fried Calamari: $18
· Stuffed Crispy Green Plantains (Mofonguitos): $18
· Beef Tenderloin Carpaccio: $18
· Fish Ceviche: $20
· Octopus Carpaccio: $20
· Tuna Tartare: $20
· Black Ceviche: $22
· Coconut Shrimp Ceviche: $22
· Grilled Octopus (Pulpo A La Brasa): $28
Grill:
· Mamajuana Burger (8 oz): $24
· Filet Mignon (8 oz): $54
· Churrasco (10 oz): $38
· NY Strip (14 oz): $40
· Ribeye for two (26 oz): $80
Sushi:
· Chicken Roll: $16
· Vegan Roll: $16
· Frankford Roll: $18
· Philly Cheesesteak Roll: $18
· Fishtown Roll (Spicy Tuna): $18
· Lasian Roll (Chinito Latino): $18
· Mamajuana Roll: $20
· Rainbow Roll: $20
· Flambe Roll: $22
Main Course:
· Oxtail (Rabo Encendio): $28
· Oxtail Fettucine: $32
· Stuffed Cassava (Yucafongo): $32
· Stuffed Green Plantain (Mamafongo): $36
· Stuffed Chicken Breast: $36
· Roasted Pork Shoulder (Puerquito Mamajuana): $38
· Stuffed Salmon: $42
· Fried Red Shrimp Bites (Chillo Boca Chica): $45
Dessert:
· Mamajuana Corn Flan: $12
· Dulce De Leche Fondant: $12
· Crispy Nutella Tacos: $12
· Coconut Tres Leches Cake: $12
· Warm Brownie Tree: $14
· Dessert Fondue: $14
Kids Menu:
· Crispy Chicken Chunks & Fries: $12
· Penne Pasta: $14
Vegan Menu:
· Vegan Tartare: $18
· Vegan Zucchini Carpaccio: $18
Sides:
· White Rice & Black Beans: $8
· Rice & Pigeon Peas: $8
· Garlic Mashed Potatoes: $8
· Bacon Mashed Cassava: $8
· Cassava Fries (Yuca): $8
· Crispy Sweet Plantains (Maduros): $8
· Crispy Green Plantains (Tostones): $8
· Stuffed Vegetables: $8
· Truffle Fries: $8
· House Salad: $12
· Bacon Macaroni & Cheese: $14
For cocktails, guest can enjoy Amor A La Mexicana (Mezcal, Midori, Triple Sec, Mint, Lime) or a Lychee Fishtown (Mashed Strawberries, Vodka, Coconut Cream, Lychee, Lemon, St. Germain) for $18. Other options include El Taino (Whiskey, Passion Fruit, Lime, Cinnamon, Vanilla) for $15, or El Parce (Agua Ardiente, St. Germain, Cucumber, Sage, Lime, Foam) or Mala Mana (Agua Ardiente, Lime, Ginger, Mint Angostura Bitters) for $16. .
Mamajuana Café is located at 1000-1032 Frankford Avenue. The Hours of operation will be Monday through Thursday 4 p.m.- 11 p.m., Friday 2 p.m.- 2 a.m., and Saturday and Sunday from noon until 2 a.m. Happy Hour will be Monday through Thursday from 4 p.m.- 6 p.m.
