Embark on a culinary journey at Orale Mexican Kitchen, where vibrant Mexican flavors meet innovative dining in Jersey City. Our menu is a celebration of authentic ingredients and bold tastes, perfect for sharing and savoring. From tantalizing appetizers to satisfying mains and sweet finales, Orale Mexican Kitchen offers a diverse range of dishes to excite every palate.
Shareable Sensations to Start Your Meal
Begin your Orale Mexican Kitchen experience with our enticing selection of shareable plates. Indulge in the rich flavors of our Duck Confit Nachos, featuring crispy duck confit, a zesty yellow habanero salsa, cheddar, black beans, radish, crema, and pico de gallo. For a taste of Cholula, try our Cholupas | Cholula Style Tacos, a flavorful combination of bone marrow mashed potatoes, seared ribeye, cotija cheese, salsa verde crudo, cilantro, all served on corn tortillas. Spice lovers will appreciate our Flautas de Pollo, crispy taquitos filled with chicken tinga and accompanied by salsa verde, chipotle orange sauce, queso fresco, and crema. Finally, for a comforting and cheesy start, our Queso Flameado, with melted Oaxaca and Chihuahua cheese in a cast iron skillet, is a must-try. Elevate it with truffle or make it “gringo” style with Mexican cheese and mac.
For lighter yet equally flavorful options, explore our seafood starters. The Shrimp Ceviche offers a refreshing mix of poached baby shrimp, gochujang leche de tigre & aioli, citrus, and micro cilantro, served with crisp tostadas. The Truffle Tuna Tostada is a sophisticated choice, boasting truffle and sesame seared ahi tuna, truffle aioli, kale chimichurri, lime zest, and olive oil on a crisp tostada. Salad enthusiasts can enjoy the OMK Caesar Salad, a unique take on the classic with romaine lettuce, salsa verde crudo Caesar dressing, fried tomatillos, Oaxaca cheese, Aleppo pepper, and radishes. You can enhance it with chicken or shrimp. Lastly, don’t miss the Pork Belly Tostada, featuring flavorful masitas de puerco, Santa Fe queso, and alum cilantro lime salad.
Main Courses: A Symphony of Mexican Flavors
Orale Mexican Kitchen’s main courses are designed to impress. Seafood lovers will be delighted by the Salmon Plancha, seared salmon seasoned with Maggi and lime, served with chipotle aioli, alium cilantro lime salad, purple cabbage escabeche, and corn tortillas for making your own tacos. For a hearty and luxurious option, the Truffle Ribeye Burrito is packed with seared Black Angus ribeye, OMK spice, charred habanero guacamole, caramelized onion, blue cheese crema, pickled tomatillo salsa, arugula, red rice & black beans, all smothered in truffled queso.
Sandwich aficionados can savor the Mexican Club | Sandwich, featuring seared Bell & Evan’s chicken, bacon, refried black beans, Oaxacan cheese, house pickled jalapeños, lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise, served with Tajin dusted fries. Burger enthusiasts should try the Barrio Burger, with two smashed burger patties, cheddar cheese, serrano tartar sauce, chipotle aioli, marinated red onions on a sesame seed bun, and fries. Customize it with pork belly or a fried egg. For a classic Mexican experience, the Wood Grilled Carne Asada is a perfect choice, served with black habanero garlic aioli and hand-cut garlic truffle fries. Choose your cut: Skirt steak or Ribeye.
Enchiladas: Mexican Comfort Food at its Best
Discover the comforting warmth of enchiladas at Orale Mexican Kitchen. Vegetarian diners can enjoy the Mushroom “Crema” Enchiladas, three corn tortillas filled with lime & garlic baked mushrooms, poblano “crema” con rajas, onion, and cilantro. For a classic chicken enchilada, try the Enchilada Suiza, with shredded chicken and a creamy tomatillo sauce, topped with Chihuahua & Oaxaca cheese. Experience the rich and complex flavors of the Enchilada Mole, featuring shredded chicken, mole poblano, queso fresco, crema, white onion, and cilantro.
Tacos: A Taste of Authentic Mexico
Tacos are a cornerstone of Mexican cuisine, and Orale Mexican Kitchen offers a tempting variety. On Tuesdays, enjoy special Taco Tuesday deals (excluding Tuna & Salpicon Tacos, cash only). The Wood Grilled Pollo Tacos feature Black Label guajillo & honey marinated chicken breast, melted Oaxacan & Chihuahua cheese, white cabbage slaw, and pico de gallo in flour tortillas. For seafood lovers, the Salpicon Tacos are a must-try, with seared market seasonal white fish, Maggi, lime, naked guacamole, and chipotle aioli.
The Shrimp Tacos bring a tropical twist with seared pineapple achiote shrimp, mango slaw, aji verde, pineapple & achiote adobo, and micro cilantro on corn tortillas. Vegetarian options include the Vegetariano Tacos, with garlic, soy & chipotle marinated sautéed seitan & rajas. For pork enthusiasts, the Carnitas Tacos offer braised crisp pork belly, marinated red onions, salsa verde, and cilantro. The Borracho Tacos feature crispy beer-battered fish topped with pickled jalapeño cabbage slaw and chipotle orange sauce. Spice seekers should try the Tuna Tacos, with chili-rubbed & seared tuna, lime green salsa, baked jicama chips, and marinated red onions in romaine wraps. Indulge in the rich Machin Tacos, with roasted bone marrow topped with crispy pork belly & shredded cabbage. Finally, the Takes Juan To Know Juan Tacos offer a unique combination of beef tinga, red cabbage slaw, Chihuahua & Oaxaca cheese, chipotle cola BBQ sauce, and lime marinated roast scallions on serrano cornbread.
Eat My Guac: Guacamole Your Way
No Mexican meal is complete without guacamole, and Orale Mexican Kitchen’s “Eat My Guac” section lets you explore a range of flavors. Start with the classic Guacamole Casa, with avocado, onion, tomato, cilantro, serrano, and sea salt. Spice things up with the Bombero, Orale Mexican Kitchen’s house special blend. For a savory twist, try the El Naco, with crispy braised pork belly. The Serrano Marmalade guacamole offers a sweet and spicy combination of serrano, lime, and agave. Enjoy a fruity guacamole with Fresa, featuring a fresh seasonal fruit mix. Seafood lovers can opt for the Mananitas, with guajillo shrimp, or the Pescado Escabeche, with seared & shredded market white fish and pico de gallo.
For more adventurous guacamole options (not included in Guac Tastings), try the Blue Demon, with Cabrales blue cheese and toasted pumpkin seeds, or the Black Chili Crunch, with confit black garlic, pickled Fresno chilis, and chili de arbol garlic crunch. For a truly unique experience, the Charred guacamole features charred scallion, roasted garlic, seared habanero, tomato, avocado & cilantro, served with “Ash Tortillas”. Spice lovers will enjoy the Truffle Hot Honey guacamole, with habanero truffle hot honey.
Sides to Complement Your Meal
Enhance your Orale Mexican Kitchen experience with our delicious sides. Try the Yucca Fritta with citrus crema, or the Hand Cut Garlic Chile Truffle Fries. The Esquites Gratinee features charred corn, crema, citrus, queso fresco & crisp panko parmesan crust. Enjoy sweet Plantains with queso fresco & crema, or the simple yet satisfying Brussels Sprouts with salt & pepper.
Sweet Endings: Desserts at Orale Mexican Kitchen
Conclude your dining experience with Orale Mexican Kitchen’s delightful desserts. Indulge in classic Churros coated in cinnamon & sugar, served with salted caramel. The Flan with caramel sauce is a rich and creamy traditional dessert. For a lighter option, try the Tres Leches, a lemon & black poppy seed cake with macerated strawberries & strawberry coulis. Finally, experience the Ma-XuXu Pastry Basket, featuring local artisan baked Mexican pastries like Concha, Jaiba with Dulce de Leche, Pineapple Cake, and Corn Cake, served with vanilla cinnamon whipped butter.
Discover the true taste of Mexico at Orale Mexican Kitchen in Jersey City, where every dish is crafted with passion and the freshest ingredients. We look forward to welcoming you!
