El Meson Latin American Cuisine bar Menu
Welcome to El Meson Latin American Cuisine bar, a hidden gem located at 6625 Castor Ave, Philadelphia. This vibrant spot beautifully blends the warmth of Latin American roots with gourmet flair, shaping an extraordinary dining experience. From the moment you enter, you're enveloped in an upscale ambiance that is both intimate and inviting.
Delight in the menu featuring a variety of authentic dishes. The chef, Jose Luis, artfully presents flavorful options like the churrasco and moros, showcasing a rich blend of textures and spices. Don’t miss the creamy guacamole paired with crispy fried banana chips—a true crowd favorite. Each dish is carefully crafted, echoing the vibrant cultures from which they originate.
With exceptional service and a refreshing cocktail selection, El Meson promises a memorable dining experience that keeps guests coming back for more.
APPETIZERS/APERITIVOS
Crab Meatballs / Albondigas de Cangrejo
Lump crab meat with a flavorful mix.
Chicharron Pinchos Latinos
Red pepper, red onions, and pineapple with not-spicy salsa verde.
King Nachos / Nachos Del Rey
A mix of flavors including cream cheese, sour cream, and guacamole sauce and chipotle. Choose between regular chorizo, chicken, or both.
Mexican Guacamole Nachos / Nachos Guacamole
Mexican-style with avocado, cilantro, tomato, red onions, lime, and jalapeno peppers.
American Nachos / Estofado de Nacho
Philly style with cream cheese, sour cream, pico de gallo, and chipotle sauce.
Empanadas o Catibias Dominicana
Pollo / Chicken, Res / Beef, Queso / Cheese, Jamon, Queso y Maiz / Ham, Cheese and Corn
Spicy Fries / Papitas Picantes con Queso
French fries topped with sour cream, chipotle sauce, and cream cheese.
Mexican Ceviche / Ceviche Mexicano
Spicy shrimp in Mexican sauce with avocado, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, nachos chips
Argentine Ceviche / Ceviche Argentino
Shrimp with pineapple, mango, red onion and cilantro with plantains chips.
Atlantic Octopus / Pulpo a la Parrilla
Grilled octopus served with baked baby potatoes, cherry tomatoes, and arugula on cilantro aioli.
Spanish Octopus / Pulpo a la Gallega
Boiled octopus with potatoes, roasted peppers, and paprika sauce.
Mini pizza
Chicken nuggets
Mash potatoes with bacon
Mozzarella sticks
Mac cheese
KIDS MENU
ENSALADAS / SALADS
Caesar Salad
Romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese, cherry tomatoes, and croutons.
Caprese Salad
Fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil with olive oil and reduced balsamic vinegar.
Burrata Salad
Burrata cheese with arugula, basil pesto, cherry tomatoes, and prosciutto, served with olive vinaigrette, balsamic reduction.
House Salad / Ensalada Verde
Romaine lettuce with pico de gallo.
Octopus Salad / Ensalada de Pulpo
Spring mix, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, fresh lemon, red onions, and cilantro vinaigrette.
Lobster Bisque / Crema de Langosta
Creamy lobster soup made with fresh lobster, brandy whiskey, and red sauce.
Fresh Mozzarella / Queso Fresco
Fresh mozzarella cheese with pearls of onion, fresh tomato, and basil.
Chicken Noodle Soup / Sopa de Pollo
Chicken soup with fresh country vegetables and noodle pasta.
SOPAS/SOUPS
CARIBBEAN FOOD
Mofongos
Tradicional con Chicharron
Los Tres Golpes Dominicano
Huevos, queso frito y salami. Acompanalo con yuca frita, mangu o pure de papa.
Stuffed Chiken Lobster/Pechuga Rellena de Langosta
Broill it, with spinach, cherry Tomatoes on Brandy Pink Sauce.
Grilled skewers/Pinchos de Churrasco
Chicken skewers / Pinchos de pollo
Alfredo Pasta
Made with fresh garlic cream sauce, wrapped in three cheeses with fresh tomatoes and basil.
Healthy Pasta / Pasta del Chef Saludable
Grape tomatoes, mushrooms, spinach, pearl onions, red peppers, jalapeno and olives.
Caprese Bowl
Penne pasta in red sauce with fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and basil.
Crab Meat Penne a la Vodka / Pasta con Masa de Cangrejo
Vodka pink sauce with basil, cherry tomatoes, scallions, and mozzarella.
Carbonara Pasta / Pasta a la Carbonara
Garlic cream with basil and smoked bacon, topped with three cheeses.
Pesto Pasta / Pasta con Pesto
Fresh basil pesto in Parmesan cream sauce.
PASTAS
SEAFOOD
Red Snapper/Pargo Rojo
Fried fish served with lemon
Branzino/Lubina
White fish Italian style (Tilapia), available grilled or fried.
Paella Espanola
A seafood mix with mussels, clams, jumbo shrimp, crab meat, lobster, Spanish rice, red pepper, red onion, and saffron seasoning.
Jambalaya
Spicy jambalaya with chicken, shrimp, and spicy sauce, Spanish rice, red pepper, onion, mixed baby vegetables, and saffron seasoning.
Caramel Salmon / Salmon Caramelizado
Baked salmon resting on a caramel pineapple sauce.
Atlantic Salmon / Salmon Atlantico
Grilled salmon with your choice of sauce: white cream or lemon Cajun sauce.
Stuffed Lobster / Langosta Rellena
Stuffed with shrimp, with your choice of sauce: adobada salsa or cream sauce.
Grilled Shrimp / Camarones a la Parrilla
Choose your sauce: red sauce, cream sauce, or garlic sauce.
Atlantic City / Sopa Atlantica
A seafood mix with mussels, crab legs, shrimp, clams, served with broccoli, corn, and baby potatoes.
Brazilian Stew Pot / Moqueca de Marisco
Mussels, clams, crab legs, shrimp, and salmon in coconut milk with curry seasoning, served with mashed sweet plantains.
Grilled Chicken / Pollo a la Parrilla
Served with Alfredo sauce or mushroom sauce.
Baked Chicken / Pollo al Horno
Stuffed with American cheese, spinach, and bacon, topped with Dijon sauce.
Churrasco
Grilled Argentine steak.
Bandeja Paisa
Chorizo, chicharron, pico de gallo, fried eggs, avocado, asparagus, and sweet plantains with churrasco.
Cielo, Mar y Tierra
Lobster, shrimp, chicken and churrasco
Pork Chop / Chuleta de Cerdo
Fried or grilled.
Filet Mignon
Filet a la Oscar
Lamb Rib / Cordero de Dios
T-Bone
Porterhouse 18onz
All steaks Decorated with vegetables or asparagus. Choose a side from the section sides
Brandy Lobter / Langosta al Jerez
Stuffed with Shrimp, Brocoli, Mushroom, Caramel Onions on Coconut Brandy Sauce