HOLA CUBAN KITCHEN – Restaurant
A 1930s building on North Grove Street in Merritt Island that has been a house and several restaurants before this — now it holds a small, family-run Cuban kitchen that opens only for dinner, Tuesday through Saturday. The menu moves from tapas like pulpo al ajillo and shrimp ceviche through a Cubano and pan con bistec, then into the mains: ropa vieja, Cuban-style churrasco, puerco asado, chuleta al chimichurri, camarones enchilados and paella in both meat and seafood versions. The mojito list is long and inventive. Flan de queso or tres leches to close.
170 N GROVE ST, MERRITT ISLAND, FL, 32953 321.208.7901 https://www.holacubankitchen.com/0Cuisine: Restaurant
Dietary options: halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Diet fit at HOLA CUBAN KITCHEN
Halal at HOLA CUBAN KITCHEN
HOLA CUBAN KITCHEN in Merritt Island has 11 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ceviche De Camarones, Pesca Fundida and Camarones Fritos. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at HOLA CUBAN KITCHEN
HOLA CUBAN KITCHEN in Merritt Island has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ceviche De Camarones, Vaca Frita and Camarones Al Ajillo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at HOLA CUBAN KITCHEN
HOLA CUBAN KITCHEN in Merritt Island has 13 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tropicana Mojito, The Classic Daiquiri and Caza Rita. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at HOLA CUBAN KITCHEN
HOLA CUBAN KITCHEN in Merritt Island has 18 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tropicana Mojito, The Classic Daiquiri and Caza Rita. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at HOLA CUBAN KITCHEN
HOLA CUBAN KITCHEN in Merritt Island has 4 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Camarones Fritos, Ensalada De Aguacate and Cup of Black Beans. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at HOLA CUBAN KITCHEN
HOLA CUBAN KITCHEN in Merritt Island has 2 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bistec De Palomilla and Camarones Al Ajillo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at HOLA CUBAN KITCHEN
HOLA CUBAN KITCHEN in Merritt Island has 17 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pan con Bistec, Picadillo and Vaca Frita. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Paleo at HOLA CUBAN KITCHEN
HOLA CUBAN KITCHEN in Merritt Island has 1 paleo-tagged dish on its current menu, including Ensalada De Aguacate. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at HOLA CUBAN KITCHEN
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Sandwich Cubano | 12.6 g | 56.6 g |
| Tostones Rellenos | 24.1 g | 30.5 g |
| Vaca Frita | 2.6 g | 24.7 g |
| Camarones Al Ajillo | 10.6 g | 24.1 g |
| Ensalada De La Casa | 21.2 g | 23.8 g |
| Chicharron De Puerco | 31.9 g | 21.4 g |
| Flan De Queso | 41.1 g | 18.1 g |
| Ceviche De Camarones | 0 g | 15.3 g |
| Bistec Empanizado | 10.6 g | 14 g |
| Croquetas De Jamon | 13.5 g | 12 g |
| Camarones Fritos | 0.4 g | 11.5 g |
| Cup of Black Beans | 48.2 g | 10.7 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
Tapas
- Hola! Sampler - $25: Cuban-style tamale, ground beef empanadas, fried shrimp and ham croquettes served with sriracha mayo and guava BBQ dipping sauce
- Pulpo Al Ajillo - $23: Char-grilled octopus marinated and sautéed in a garlic-white wine reduction, topped with house-made chimichurri sauce and served over potatoes Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Chicharron De Puerco - $17: Char-grilled pork belly topped with grilled shrimp and sriracha mayo
- Ceviche De Camarones - $15: Shrimp marinated in fresh lime juice, red onion, tomato, cilantro, jalapeños, bell peppers, and mango, served with plantain chips Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- Chorizo AL Chimichurri - $15: Sautéed chorizo in a garlic-white wine reduction topped with house-made chimichurri sauce and served with toasted Cuban bread
- Tostones Rellenos - $15: Tostones topped with ropa vieja
- Tamal En Su Hoja - $8: Pork-filled corn tamale wrapped in a corn husk, topped with house-made mojo sauce and grilled onions
- Empanadas - $12: Fried empanadas stuffed with picadillo, served with guava BBQ sauce
- Camarones Fritos - $15: Large shrimp lightly dusted with seasoning, garnished with pepperoncini peppers, served with sriracha mayo Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Croquetas De Jamon - $8: Ham croquettes served with sriracha mayo Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Yuca Frita - $6: Fried yuca served with creamy aioli Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
Salads
- Ensalada De La Casa - $7: Fresh harvest mix, tomatoes, kalamata olives, red onions, pepperoncini peppers and shaved parmesan cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Aguacate Rellenos - $10: Fresh avocado halves stuffed with salsa fresca topped with sriracha mayo
- Ensalada De Aguacate - $10: Fresh avocado, tomato and red onions topped with extra virgin olive oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb
Soups
- Cup of Black Beans - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic
- Cup of Red Beans - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic
Handhelds
- Sandwich Cubano - $18: Sliced ham, roasted pork, swiss cheese, pickles and mustard on pressed cuban bread, served with french fries
- Pan con Bistec - $20: Palomilla steak seasoned and topped with grilled onions and shoestring fries on cuban bread Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal
- Hola! Burger - $15: Grilled Angus beef topped with sliced avocado, lettuce, tomatoes and red onions, served with french fries
Main Courses
- Paella De Carne (Serves 2) - $45: Pork, chicken, chorizo and spanish rice, topped with sweet peas and roasted peppers
- Cuban-Style Churrasco - $31: Char-grilled skirt steak topped with house-made chimichurri sauce, served with white rice, black beans or congri and plantains
- Ropa Vieja - $25: Shredded flank steak slow cooked in criollo sauce with white wine reduction, onions, peppers, and tomatoes, served with white rice and tostones Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
- Bistec De Palomilla - $22: Cuban-style steak seared with grilled onions and parsley, served with white rice, black beans or congri and plantains Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Picadillo - $19: Seasoned ground beef slow cooked in sofrito with white wine, olives and raisins, served with white rice, black beans, and plantains Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Vaca Frita - $22: Crispy seared shredded flank steak marinated in mojo sauce with grilled onions, served with white rice, black beans, and plantains Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Bistec Empanizado - $23: Breaded and fried steak, served with white rice, black or red beans, and plantains
- Chuleta Al Chimichurri - $20: Grilled pork chop topped with chimichurri sauce, served with white rice, black beans or congri and tostones
- Masitas De Puerco - $21: Pork bites marinated in mojo sauce with grilled red onions, served with white rice, black beans, and plantains
- Puerco Asado - $24: Slow-roasted pork marinated in mojo sauce with grilled red onions, served with congri and tostones
- Paella De Mariscos (Serves 2) - $45: Shrimp, scallops, fish, calamari, mussels, clams, and spanish rice, topped with sweet peas and roasted peppers
- Camarones Enchilados - $23: Large shrimp sautéed in criollo sauce, served with rice and plantains Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Pesca Del Dia - $25: Seasoned fish filet seared a la plancha, served with white rice, black beans, and plantains Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic
- Camarones Al Ajillo - $23: Large shrimp sautéed in white wine, garlic and olive oil, served with white rice, black beans and plantains Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC
- Pesca Fundida - $29: Seasoned fish filet seared and layered with zucchini, squash and salsa fresca, topped with monterey jack cheese Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Pechuga Al Chimichurri - $19: Grilled chicken breast topped with chimichurri sauce, served with white rice, black beans, and plantains
- Pollo Al Ajillo - $20: Bite-sized chicken sautéed with garlic and pepperoncini peppers, served with white rice, black beans, and plantains
- Pechuga Fundida - $25: Breast of chicken layered with zucchini, squash and salsa fresca topped with Monterey jack cheese
- Pollo Tropicana - $23: Bite-sized chicken sautéed with onions, bell peppers, pineapple chunks and sweet and sour sauce
Beverages
- Havana Banana - $14: Havana Club Blanco Rum, Banana Liqueur, Cream of Coconut, Pineapple Juice and Cherry Juice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- Guava Grove Mule - $13: Stoli Vodka, Guava Nectar, Fever-Tree Ginger Beer, Fresh Basil and Lime Juice, Topped with Soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- Crazy Cuban Iced Tea - $15: Bacardi 8 Year Old Rum, Bacardi Rum, Triple Sec, Fresh Lime Juice, Pineapple Juice, Agave, Mango Nectar and Freshly Brewed Iced Tea, Topped with Cola Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- The Classic Daiquiri - $12: Bacardi Rum, Fresh Lime Juice and Sugar Cane Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- Chocolate Martini - $13: Stoli Vanilla, Chocolate Liquor and Baileys
- Espresso Martini - $15: Stoli Vanilla, Espresso, Frangelico, Kahlua and Baileys
- Traditional Mojito - $13: Bacardi Superior Rum, Fresh Mint Leaves, Lime Juice, Club Soda and Sugar Cane Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- Hola! Mojito - $16: Bacardi 8 Year Rum, Fresh Mint Leaves, Lime Juice, Club Soda and Sugar Cane Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- Tropicana Mojito - $14: Bacardi Coconut Rum, Fresh Mint Leaves, Lime Juice, Pineapple Juice, Splash of Soda and Sugar Cane Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- Flavored Mojito - $15: Bacardi Superior Rum, Fresh Mint Leaves, Lime Juice, Flavored Nectar (Guava, Mango, Strawberry, or Coconut), Club Soda and Sugar Cane Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Juice-Cleanse
- Hola! Rita - $15: Casamigos Tequila, Grand Marnier, and Fresh Citrus Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Island Rita - $13: Patron Tequila, Gran Gala and Fresh Citrus Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Caza Rita - $12: Cazadores Tequila, Gran Gala and Fresh Citrus Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Sweet Endings
- Flan De Queso - $7: Homemade traditional custard with caramel Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Tres Leches - $8: Cake soaked in a sweet blend of three milks and topped with a sweet meringue Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Torta De Queso - $9: Classic Cheesecake topped with a guava marmalade
- Chocolate Lava Cake - $9: Dark chocolate cake filled with creamy chocolate ganache served warm Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions about HOLA CUBAN KITCHEN
- Is HOLA CUBAN KITCHEN halal-friendly?
- Yes. HOLA CUBAN KITCHEN has 11 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ceviche De Camarones, Pesca Fundida and Camarones Fritos.
- What can I eat at HOLA CUBAN KITCHEN on a halal diet?
- Ceviche De Camarones, Pesca Fundida and Camarones Fritos carry the halal tag, out of 11 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does HOLA CUBAN KITCHEN have vegan options?
- Yes. 13 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Tropicana Mojito and The Classic Daiquiri.
- What is the highest-protein dish at HOLA CUBAN KITCHEN?
- Sandwich Cubano, at roughly 56.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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