Explore the Borinquen menu featuring authentic Puerto Rican comfort food. Find prices, popular items, dining options, and dietary notes at this casual, cozy eatery.
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Borinquen offers a curated glimpse into Puerto Rican comfort food, showcasing a menu that balances authentic homestyle dishes with approachable small plates and sandwiches. Priced moderately between $10 and $20, this menu is designed for lunch, dinner, and casual solo dining occasions.
Main sections highlight hearty dinners like the Mofongo Relleno and Lechon, satisfying Jibaritos served with rice, and classic appetizers including Alcapurria and Morcilla. Complementing these are versatile side dishes such as Tostones con ajo and Arroz con Gandules, alongside refreshing beverages like their signature 32oz. Parcha drink.
With a focus on quick, no-fuss service and a cozy yet trendy atmosphere, Borinquen caters to families, groups, and tourists alike, perfect for intimate meals or casual gatherings. The menu’s straightforward approach reflects a dedication to local tradition combined with modern dining needs.
Borinquen invites guests to savor authentic Puerto Rican flavors in a relaxed setting, highlighted by generous portions and heartfelt hospitality. Whether stopping by for a quick bite, a late-night craving, or a relaxed group meal, this neighborhood gem offers both comfort and quality in every dish.
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Deep fried plantain dumpling stuffed with pork
Deep fried potato dumpling stuffed with ground beef
Deep fried meat puff - GROUND BEEF ONLY
Fried pork skewer with bell peppers and onion glazed with BBQ
Fried cod and flour patty
Puerto rican tamale with pork
Fried chicken leg/thigh
Rice and blood sauce
Curly french fries
Plantain filled cups with either pork, chicken, or steak. You can also select the MIX option which will give you one of each.
Plantain filled cups with shrimp in either tomato sauce or tossed in garlic
Smoked pork sausage soup cooked with either noodles or rice. ***Please note all soups are made to order and take 20-25 minutes to make***
Smoked pork sausage soup cooked with either noodles or rice. ***Please note all soups are made to order and take 20-25 minutes to make***
Chicken soup cooked with either noodles or rice. ***Please note all soups are made to order and take 20-25 minutes to make***
Chicken soup cooked with either noodles or rice ***Please note all soups are made to order and take 20-25 minutes to make***
Medium shrimp soup cooked with either noodles or rice. ***Please note all soups are made to order and take 20-25 minutes to make***
Medium shrimp soup cooked with either noodles or rice. ***Please note all soups are made to order and take 20-25 minutes to make***
Chicken broth, includes a small piece of chicken and potato, carrots, and celery.
Chicken broth, includes a small piece of chicken and potato, carrots, and celery.
Fried pork with onions - French bread included
Fried pork with onions - French bread included
Slow roasted pork - French bread included
Slow roasted pork - French bread included
Individual deep fried porkchop
Beef stew
Chicken stew
Thinly cut breaded steak with your choice of rice with pigeon peas or white rice and beans ***PLEASE NOTE OUR BEANS ARE COOKED IN PORK***
Thinly cut steak with sauteed onions and your choice of rice with pigeon pease or white rice and beans ***PLEASE NOTE OUR BEANS ARE COOKED WITH PORK***
Thinly cut steak tossed in tomato sauce with chopped onions and green peppers with your choice of rice with pigeon peas or white rice and beans ***PLEASE NOTE OUR BEANS ARE COOKED IN PORK***
Slow roasted pork with your choice of rice with pigeon peas or white rice and beans ***PLEASE NOTE OUR BEANS ARE COOKED IN PORK***
Fried pork pieces with onions and with your choice of rice with pigeon peas or white rice and beans ***PLEASE NOTE OUR BEANS ARE COOKED IN PORK***
Fried chicken with your choice of rice with pigeon peas or white rice and beans ***PLEASE NOTE OUR BEANS ARE COOKED IN PORK***
Chicken stew with your choice of rice with pigeon peas or white rice and beans ***PLEASE NOTE OUR BEANS ARE COOKED IN PORK***
Beef stew with your choice of rice with pigeon peas or white rice and beans ***PLEASE NOTE OUR BEANS ARE COOKED IN PORK***
"Hillbilly plate" includes one porkchop and one Puerto Rican tamale with your choice of rice with pigeon peas or white rice and beans ***PLEASE NOTE OUR BEANS ARE COOKED IN PORK***
Two fried porkchops with your choice of rice with pigeon peas or white rice and beans ***PLEASE NOTE OUR BEANS ARE COOKED IN PORK***
Grilled chicken breast with your choice of rice with pigeon peas or white rice and beans ***PLEASE NOTE OUR BEANS ARE COOKED IN PORK***
Two pork Puerto Rican tamales with your choice of rice with pigeon peas or white rice and beans ***PLEASE NOTE OUR BEANS ARE COOKED IN PORK***
Large plantain cup filled with either fried chicken, steak, or baked pork with your choice of rice with pigeon peas or white rice and beans ***PLEASE NOTE OUR RICE WITH PIGEON PEAS AND OUR BEANS ARE COOKED IN PORK***
Large plantain cup filled with either shrimp in tomato sauce or in a garlic sauce with your choice of rice with pigeon peas or white rice and beans ***PLEASE NOTE OUR RICE WITH PIGEON PEAS AND OUR BEANS ARE COOKED IN PORK***
Medium size shrimp sauteed in garlic with onions and green peppers with your choice of rice with pigeon peas or white rice and beans ***PLEASE NOTE OUR RICE WITH PIGEON PEAS AND OUR BEANS ARE COOKED IN PORK***
Breaded shrimp with your choice of rice with pigeon peas or white rice and beans ***PLEASE NOTE OUR RICE WITH PIGEON PEAS AND OUR BEANS ARE COOKED IN PORK***
Medium size shrimp tossed in tomato sauce with onions and green peppers with your choice of rice with pigeon peas or white rice and beans ***PLEASE NOTE OUR RICE WITH PIGEON PEAS AND OUR BEANS ARE COOKED IN PORK***
This plantain sandwich will not be accompanied by rice, it is just the sandwich. Please select steak, pork, fried chilled, chicken breast, or veggie.
Thinly cut steak plantain sandwich with your choice of rice with pigeon peas or white rice and beans ***PLEASE NOTE OUR RICE WITH PIGEON PEAS AND OUR BEANS ARE COOKED IN PORK*** Jibaritos have lettuce, tomato, mayo, american cheese, and a garlic spread on the top of the plantain. All extra condiments will be $1.00***
Slow roasted pork plantain sandwich with your choice of rice with pigeon peas or white rice and beans ***PLEASE NOTE OUR RICE WITH PIGEON PEAS AND OUR BEANS ARE COOKED IN PORK*** Jibaritos have lettuce, tomato, mayo, american cheese, and a garlic spread on the top of the plantain. All extra condiments will be $1.00***
Fried chicken plantain sandwich with your choice of rice with pigeon peas or white rice and beans ***PLEASE NOTE OUR RICE WITH PIGEON PEAS AND OUR BEANS ARE COOKED IN PORK*** Jibaritos have lettuce, tomato, mayo, american cheese, and a garlic spread on the top of the plantain. All extra condiments will be $1.00***
Grilled chicken breast sandwich with your choice of rice with pigeon peas or white rice and beans ***PLEASE NOTE OUR RICE WITH PIGEON PEAS AND OUR BEANS ARE COOKED IN PORK*** Jibaritos have lettuce, tomato, mayo, american cheese, and a garlic spread on the top of the plantain. All extra condiments will be $1.00***
Veggie plantain sandwich includes slices of red and green peppers and onions with your choice of rice with pigeon peas or white rice and beans ***PLEASE NOTE OUR RICE WITH PIGEON PEAS AND OUR BEANS ARE COOKED IN PORK*** Jibaritos have lettuce, tomato, mayo, american cheese, and a garlic spread on the top of the plantain. All extra condiments will be $1.00***
This plantain sandwich is made with the ripe (SWEET) plantain and does not include a side of rice. Please select steak, pork, fried chicken, or chicken breast.***Jibaritas have lettuce, tomato, mayo, american cheese, and a garlic spread on the top of the plantain. All extra condiments will be $1.00***
Plantain sandwich using the ripe (SWEET PLANTAIN). Please select steak, pork, fried chicken, or chicken breast and with your choice of rice with pigeon peas or white rice and beans ***PLEASE NOTE OUR RICE WITH PIGEON PEAS AND OUR BEANS ARE COOKED IN PORK*** Jibaritas have lettuce, tomato, mayo, american cheese, and a garlic spread on the top of the plantain. All extra condiments will be $1.00***
Steak sandwich - Has lettuce, tomato, mayo, and american cheese.
Slow roasted pork sandwich - Has lettuce, tomato, mayo, and american cheese.
Fried Chicken sandwich - Has lettuce, tomato, mayo, and american cheese.
Grilled Chicken sandwich - Has lettuce, tomato, mayo, and american cheese.
Small yellow rice with pigeon peas
Medium yellow rice with pigeon peas
Large yellow rice with pigeon peas
Small white rice
Medium white rice
Large white rice
Small stewed beans ***PLEASE NOTE OUR BEANS ARE COOKED IN PORK***
Medium stewed beans ***PLEASE NOTE OUR BEANS ARE COOKED IN PORK***
Large stewed beans ***PLEASE NOTE OUR BEANS ARE COOKED IN PORK***
Fried plantains with garlic spread
Sweet fried plantains
Plantain ball with a small side of chicken broth.
Our signature homemade sauce!
Perfect sample size of our signature hot sauce!
Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Sprite, Coke, Dr. Pepper, Hawaiian Punch, Brisk Iced Tea, Orange Crush
Coco Rico, Jupina, Kola Champagne
Passion fruit
Passion fruit
Malt beverage
Homemade vanilla custard
A quick reference for ordering — confirm any specific need with the restaurant.
Enjoy brunch, lunch, dinner, dessert, catering, seating, and table service—also available for takeout, onsite dining, and delivery including no-contact delivery when available.
Wheelchair accessible restroom and seating are available. There is no wheelchair accessible parking; verify parking options before visiting.
Open daily from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM (Sundays from 11:00 AM). Typical visits range from 10 minutes to 1 hour.
Good for kids with high chairs and changing tables available.
Menu prices range from $10 to $20, offering accessible yet premium Puerto Rican cuisine.
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