Bongos Caribbean Cafe – Caribbean
Bongos Caribbean Cafe pulses with the vibrant energy of the islands, drawing guests in with the intoxicating scent of scotch bonnet peppers and slow-simmered spices. The kitchen transforms handheld classics into bold culinary journeys, from the golden, spiced crunch of the Trini Fried Chicken Po'Boy to the aromatic, soul-warming layers of the Desi Plate. It is a spirited haven where tropical heat meets urban comfort, offering a sun-soaked dining experience that celebrates the diverse, soulful flavors of Caribbean street food.
6501, Aurora Avenue North, Seattle, 98103 http://bongosseattle.com/0Cuisine: Caribbean
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, low-fat, low-sodium, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, gerd, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Sandwiches
- The Desi Sandwich - $11.99: Citrus braised pork, caramelized onions, pickled jalapenos, banana peppers, cilantro and house aioli on a toasted saba roll. Available at: dinner, lunch
- The 1 AM - $11.99: Citrus braised pork, sweet ham, Swiss cheese, fresh pickled cucumber, cilantro and stone ground mustard aioli on toasted saba roll. Available at: dinner, lunch
- West Indies Sandwich - $11.99: Caribbean jerk spiced chicken, served over mango slaw with house aioli on a toasted Kingston roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Bart - $12.99: Combine the toppings of the DESI and the 1 AM sandwiches. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Po Boy - $14.99: Chili sauce shrimp served over mango slaw with house aioli on a toasted Kingston roll. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Trini Fried Chicken Po'Boy - $13.99: Deep fried chicken with a Trinidad-Chinese glaze with mango slaw, and house aioli. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bongo Burger - $10.99: Housemade beef and chorizo patty, caramelized onions, roasted pineapple salsa, cilantro, house aioli and Bongos ketchup. Served on a toasted papas roll. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chevolution Burger - $9.99: Seared Cuban black bean patty, roasted pineapple salsa, cilantro and Swiss cheese on a toasted papas roll. Available at: dinner, lunch
Plates & Bowls
All plates are served with Cuban black beans, rice, mango slaw, and a Maduro. Bowls served over rice.
- The Desi Plate - $13.99: Citrus-braised pork, caramelized onions & pickled peppers. Served with Cuban black beans, rice, mango slaw, and a Maduro. Available at: dinner, lunch
- West Indies Chicken Plate - $13.99: Caribbean jerk spiced chicken with house made West Indies Sauce. Served with Cuban black beans, rice, mango slaw, and a Maduro. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Trini Fried Chicken Plate - $14.99: Spiced fried chicken served with a Trinidad-Chinese fusion glaze and banana pepper. Served with Cuban black beans, rice, mango slaw, and a Maduro. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Shrimp Plate - $16.99: Shrimp sauteed in spicey chili sauce. Served with Cuban black beans, rice, mango slaw, and a Maduro. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Trinidad Steak Plate - $18.99: Cuban spiced and citrus marinated prime flat iron with Caribbean chimichurri. Served with Cuban black beans, rice, mango slaw, and a Maduro. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jamaican Chicken Curry Bowl - $11.99: Golden curry with chicken, potato and spinach served over rice. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jamaican Jerk Pork Chop - $14.99: Jamaican jerk spiced pork chop with mango-habanero relish. Served with Cuban black beans, rice, mango slaw, and a Maduro. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bucco Chicken - $14.99: Bay Island spiced marinated chicken thighs served with Cilantro Crema and Pineapple Salsa. Served with Cuban black beans, rice, mango slaw, and a Maduro. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Addie Mae Jamaican Gumbo Bowl - $11.99: Grilled chicken & sausage stew bursting with authentic Cajun and Jamaican flavors. Served over rice. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carribean Loco Moco - $12.99: Rice & beans topped with half pound burger, gumbo gravy, slaw, madura & fried egg. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Plate - $12.99: Cuban black beans, garlic rice, slaw, yucca fries, maduros and tostones topped with cilantro aioli. Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Cuban Black Beans and Rice - $4.99: Slow cooked black beans in citrus and spices, served over long grain white rice. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Maduros - $5.99: Fully ripened, sweet plantains simply fried and served with cream sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yuca Fries - $5.99: Steak fry cut and served with cilantro aioli. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Traditional Tostones - $5.99: Unripened plantains, smashed and fried. Served with cilantro aioli. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers
- Empanadas (2) - $7.99: Choice of Chicken, Beef, Cheese & Spinach. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Empanadas (3) - $10.99: Choice of Chicken, Beef, Cheese & Spinach. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
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