BALL AND CHAIN – Mexican
1513 SW 8Th Street, Miami, FL, 33135 +1-305-643-7820 https://ballandchainmiami.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, nut-free, gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, whole30, paleo, diabetic, sugar-free, pescatarian, plant-based, heart-healthy, low-fat, mediterranean, atkins, south-beach, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, clean-eating, anti-inflammatory, weight-watchers, volumetrics, tlc, alkaline, raw-food, detox, zone, slow-carb, candida, lectin-free, mayo-clinic, pegan
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Menu
Appetizers
- B&C Elote - $12: Roasted corn, chipotle crema, fresh cilantro, crumbled cotija Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Chicharrones - $14: Signature house pork belly, house seasoning, lime, chipotle aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- Chicharrones con Guacamole - $18: Signature house pork belly, house seasoning, freshly made guacamole, plantain chips Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Congri Fritters - $10: Rice, beans, cheese, mustard aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Croquetas de Jamon - $10: Ham croquettes served with herb vinaigrette and mojo aioli for dipping Dietary tags: Nut-Free
- Cuban Spring Roll - $12: Ham, mojo pork, swiss cheese, pickles, mustard aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Empanadas de Carne - $12: Three beef empanadas with mojo and chipotle aioli sauces served on the side Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Jerk Roasted Chicken Wings - $15: Sweet & spicy scotch bonnet jelly Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Marquitas de Maduros - $8: House-made sweet plantain chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Quesadilla - $14: House queso, avocado crema, ahi amarillo. Choice of: Roasted Veggie, Grilled Chicken, or Beef Short Rib Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Queso Frito - $12: Dominican-style fried cheese with a Cuban twist and house-made guava rum sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Tropical Seafood Ceviche - $18: Local conch, jumbo shrimp, pineapple, heirloom tomatoes, cilantro, red onion Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
Sandwiches & Burgers
- Ball & Chain Burger - $18: Aged Angus beef, fried cheese, chicharrones, guacamole, fresh cilantro, brioche bun, French fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Calle Ocho Burger - $17: Aged angus, Tillamook cheddar, pickles, tomato, toasted brioche, served with grilled pineapple slaw and potato frites Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Medianoche Sandwich - $15: Ham, mojo pork, swiss cheese, pickles, mustard aioli on pan suave, served with papas fritas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Mojo Grilled Chicken Sandwich - $16: Swiss cheese, spicy mayo, and tomato on toasted brioche, served with grilled pineapple slaw and potato frites Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Sandwich Cubano - $15: Ham, mojo pork, Swiss cheese, pickles, mustard aioli on pan Cuban, served with papas fritas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Veggie Wrap - $14: Spinach, tricolor quinoa, corn, cucumber, black beans, red onion, sweet plantain, avocado-lime sauce, french fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Mayo-Clinic
Cuban Classics
- Chicken Fricassee - $22: Garlic citrus mojo-marinated chicken, shredded and tossed in a white wine tomato broth with potatoes and carrots Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Masitas de Puerco - $20: Traditional garlic citrus mojo-marinated pork, lightly fried and tossed in our signature seasoning, served with sautéed onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Lectin-Free
- Ropa Vieja - $24: Cuban-style shredded beef, slow marinated in our signature tomato sauce with bell peppers and onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb
- Vaca Frita - $26: Mojo-lime marinated shredded skirt steak, pan-fried, topped with sautéed onion and fresh lime wedges Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
Main Courses
- Cuarto de Pollo - $18: Quarter chicken, fried egg, avocado, plantains, fluffy white rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Dry-Rubbed Skirt Steak - $32: Chimichurri sauce, roasted corn salsa, baby heirloom tomatoes, red onions, paprika vinaigrette, yuca fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Clean-Eating
- Lechon Tacos - $16: Citrus mojo-marinated pork, grilled pineapple, chipotle aioli, pico de Gallo, crispy pork rinds, micro cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Little Havana Salmon - $26: Pan-roasted salmon, pineapple salsa, roasted asparagus, tricolor quinoa, fresh cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Zone, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Mahi-Mahi Tacos - $18: Beer battered crispy mahi-mahi, jalapeno-cilantro lime coleslaw, radish, pineapple, avocado Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Pargo Frito Entero - $38: Perfectly seasoned deep-fried whole snapper, fluffy white rice, cucumber, tomato, rich peanut sauce, house-made plantain mojo sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian
- Pinchos con Papa - $28: Skirt steak, roasted fingerling potatoes, baby carrots, asparagus, rich peanut sauce, mini cuban green salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free
- Vegetarian Cuban Taco - $14: Fried yuca, avocado-lime aioli, black bean paste, cotija cheese, pico de gallo, micro cilantro Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
Salads
- B&C Ensalada de Casa - $12: Mixed greens, cucumber, apple, mint, mojito-citrus dressing Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan
- Exotica Pineapple Salad - $16: Manchego cheese, cucumber, tricolor peppers, heirloom tomatoes, red onions, avocado, radish, chopped kale, pineapple, hearts of palm, lemon-basil vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- The Cuban Green Salad - $15: Mixed greens, sweet plantain, black beans, avocado, heirloom tomatoes, red onions, fresh cilantro, crispy pork rinds, cotija cheese, cumin-lime dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- Tropical Ensalada - $15: Mixed greens, radish, mango, pineapple, heirloom tomatoes, mango-pineapple dressing, candied pecans Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
Desserts
- Arroz con Leche - $8: Cuban rice pudding, sweetened with condensed milk and topped with cinnamon Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Churros de la Casa - $10: Cinnamon and sugar churros, served with Nutella and salted caramel Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Flan de la Casa - $8: House-made caramel custard, topped with Maria cookie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Pastelitos de Guayaba - $6: Popular Cuban pastry filled with delicious Guava Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Classic Cocktails
- Bananita Daiquiri - $15: Bacardi rum, créme de banana, fresh lime juice, simple syrup, coffee beans, bananita
- Cafecito Bourbon - $16: Maker's mark bourbon, Demerara syrup, salt, cold brew coffee, orange peel
- Call Me a Cooler - $15: Absolut Mango vodka, passion fruit puree, fresh lime juice, simple syrup, club soda
- Calle Ocho Old Fashioned - $17: Bacardi 8 aged rum, demerara sugar, tobacco infused bitters, tobacco leaf
- Coco Capa - $18: Ron Zacapa 23, guava nectar, coconut cream
- Colada Tini - $16: Absolut vanilla vodka, creme de cacao, espresso coffee, simple syrup
- Collins Fresco - $15: E11even vodka, cucumber slices, simple syrup, fresh lime juice
- Cuban Iced Tea - $15: Tito's vodka, triple sec, lime juice, tobacco-infused bitters, splash of Coke
- Guava Sangria - $14: Havana club anejo rum, almond liqueur, guava purée, pineapple, vino tinto
- La Paloma Clasica - $16: Patron reposado, lime, squirt soda
- Maracuya Punch - $16: Grey goose vodka, passion fruit, pineapple, agave nectar, lime
- Margarita Caliente - $16: Avion tequila, freshly squeezed lime juice, simple syrup, jalapeno slices
- Miami Mule - $15: Ketel One vodka, fresh key lime juice (seasonal), ginger beer, lime
- Miami Spritz - $15: Bombay gin, prosecco, fresh-squeezed lime juice, pineapple juice, passion fruit purée with a splash of club soda
- Passion Fontaine - $16: Avion tequila, passion fruit puree, fresh lime juice, simple syrup, fresh basil, jalapeño
- Pastelito Daiquiri - $16: Bacardi rum, guava puree, house-made honey syrup, lime juice, garnished with a pastelito
- Piña Basil Mezcalina - $17: Vida Mezcal, Cointreau, fresh basil, fresh lime juice, agave nectar, pineapple juice, Sal de Gusano Rim
- Rosemary Lemonade - $15: Kettle one citroen vodka, lemon, house rosemary syrup, hella citrus bitters
- The World Famous Ball & Chain Mojito - $15: Bacardi rum, fresh lime juice, sugar, fresh mint sprigs
- Viejo Cubano - $17: Santa teresa 1796 rum, Prosecco, lime, bitters, mint