Essencia Restaurant
Essencia Restaurante
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ALGO VERDE
Rodríguez Salad, goat cheese roll and fresh shrimp
Ensalada Rodríguez, rulo de cabra y gamba fresca
A fresh salad featuring goat cheese, shrimp, and likely other greens and vegetables, named after the restaurant or a specific chef.
€ 18
Victoria Salad, peppers, roasted and smoked onion
Ensalada Victoria, pimientos, cebolla asada y ahumados
A salad named 'Victoria' that includes roasted and smoked onions, and peppers, suggesting a flavorful and slightly smoky profile.
€ 17
Garden tomato, avocado, spring onion and tuna belly
Tomate de la huerta, aguacate, cebolleta y ventresca de atún
A fresh salad made with garden tomatoes, creamy avocado, spring onions, and rich tuna belly, highlighting fresh ingredients.
€ 16
Eggplant and cane honey (vegetarian)
Berenjena y miel de caña (vegetariano)
A vegetarian dish featuring eggplant, likely prepared in a way that complements the sweetness of cane honey.
€ 14
Cabbage salad
Ensalada de col
A simple and refreshing cabbage salad, likely a side dish or a light starter.
€ 9
Mixed salad, avocados and tender sprouts
Ensalada variada, aguacates y brotes tiernos
A mixed green salad that includes avocado and delicate sprouts, offering a variety of textures and fresh flavors.
€ 18
House anchovies
Anchoas de la casa
Anchovies prepared in the house style, likely a flavorful appetizer or tapa.
€ 18
Salmorejo
Salmorejo
A traditional cold Spanish soup, thicker than gazpacho, made primarily from tomatoes, bread, garlic, and olive oil, often garnished with hard-boiled egg and ham.
€ 7
Creamy seafood salad
Ensaladilla cremosa de marisco
A rich and creamy salad featuring a mix of seafood, likely a popular Spanish tapa.
€ 18
Fish from Our Coasts
PESCADOS DE NUESTRAS COSTAS
Grilled sardines
Sardinas a la brasa
Fresh sardines grilled to perfection, a simple yet delicious preparation highlighting the natural flavor of the fish.
€ 13
Fried anchovies
Boquerones fritos
Small, fresh anchovies that are lightly battered and fried until crispy, a popular Spanish tapa.
€ 16
Small cod
Bacaladillas
Small pieces of cod, likely prepared in a traditional Spanish style, possibly fried or in a light sauce.
€ 16
Red mullet grilled or fried
Salmonetes de roca a la brasa o fritos
Red mullet, a flavorful fish, offered either grilled or fried, allowing for different textural and taste experiences.
€ 16
Small fried squid
Puntillitas de calamar
Small, tender pieces of squid, typically lightly floured and deep-fried until crispy, a classic Spanish tapa.
€ 9
Marinated dogfish
Cazón en adobo
Dogfish marinated in a flavorful mixture of spices, vinegar, and garlic, then typically fried. A popular Andalusian dish.
€ 17
Mixed fry
Fritura variada
A selection of assorted fried seafood, offering a variety of textures and flavors from the sea.
€ 18
Fresh fried squid
Calamar fresco frito
Fresh squid, lightly battered and fried to a perfect crisp, a universally loved seafood dish.
€ 27
Grilled squid
Calamar a la brasa
Tender squid grilled over an open flame, offering a smoky flavor and a slightly chewy texture.
€ 29
Grilled red tuna loin
Lomo de atún rojo a la brasa
A prime cut of red tuna loin, grilled to perfection, showcasing its rich flavor and firm texture.
€ 29
Wild sea bream grilled on the back
Pargo salvaje a la espalda en la brasa
Wild-caught sea bream, prepared by grilling it 'on the back' (likely meaning butterflied or split open), allowing for even cooking and crispy skin.
€ 27
Grilled sea bass
Lubina a la brasa
Fresh sea bass, grilled to enhance its delicate flavor and flaky texture.
€ 27
Monkfish griddle or fried
Rape plancha o frito
Monkfish, known for its firm, meaty texture, offered either cooked on a griddle or fried.
€ 25
Grilled dried octopus
Pulpo seco a la brasa
Octopus that has been dried and then grilled, likely resulting in a chewy and intensely flavored dish.
€ 27
Roasted grilled octopus
Pulpo asado a la brasa
Octopus that is roasted and then grilled, likely tender and flavorful.
€ 27
Crispy octopus with potato parmentier
Crujiente de pulpo con parmentier de patata
A dish featuring crispy octopus served with a smooth and creamy potato purée (parmentier).
€ 25
Potato parmentier with Galician-style octopus
Parmentier de patata con pulpo a feira
A combination of creamy potato parmentier and 'pulpo a feira', a traditional Galician preparation of octopus, typically boiled and seasoned with paprika, olive oil, and salt.
€ 25
Sautéed clams with sherry
Almejas salteadas con manzanilla
Fresh clams sautéed in a flavorful sauce, likely enhanced with the distinct taste of Spanish sherry (manzanilla).
€ 19
Carril clams
Almejas de carril
Clams from the Carril region, known for their quality and flavor, likely prepared simply to highlight their natural taste.
€ 25
Steamed mussels
Mejillones al vapor
Fresh mussels steamed, typically in a broth of white wine, garlic, and herbs, a light and flavorful appetizer.
€ 16
Motril small shrimp 250 gr.
Quisquilla de Motril 250 gr.
Small, sweet shrimp from Motril, a coastal town, likely served fresh or lightly cooked.
€ 30
Fresh Pil-Pil shrimp
Gamba al Pil-Pil fresca
Shrimp cooked in a sizzling hot garlic-infused olive oil with chili peppers, a classic Spanish tapa known for its spicy kick.
€ 30
White shrimp 250 gr.
Gamba blanca 250 gr.
High-quality white shrimp, likely served simply to appreciate their natural sweetness and texture.
€ 30
Grilled shrimp skewer
Espeto de gambas a la brasa
Shrimp threaded onto a skewer and grilled, a common and delicious way to prepare seafood.
€ 18
Razor clams
Navajas
Razor clams, known for their unique shape and sweet, tender meat, often grilled or sautéed.
€ 17
Fried sea anemones
Ortiguillas Fritas
A delicacy in some Spanish coastal regions, sea anemones are battered and deep-fried, offering a unique texture and taste.
€ 20
Lamb chops from Valle de los Pedroches
Chuletillas de cordero Valle de los Pedroches
Tender lamb chops from the renowned Valle de los Pedroches region, known for its high-quality lamb, grilled to perfection.
€ 26
Oysters from Pontevedra (unit)
Ostras de Pontevedra (unidad)
Fresh oysters from Pontevedra, a region known for its excellent seafood, sold individually.
€ 5
Wild red tuna tataki
Tataki de atún rojo salvaje
Seared red tuna, thinly sliced, typically served with a soy-based sauce and other accompaniments. The exterior is seared while the interior remains raw.
€ 24
Galician beef entrecôte
Entrecot de ternera gallega
A prime cut of ribeye steak from Galician beef, known for its excellent marbling and flavor, grilled to your preference.
€ 28
Grilled veal tenderloin
Solomillo de ternera a la brasa
Tender veal tenderloin, grilled to perfection, offering a lean and flavorful cut of meat.
€ 28
Scallops
Zamburiñas
Small, sweet scallops, likely prepared in a way that highlights their delicate flavor, such as grilled or sautéed.
€ 18
Grilled chicken breast
Pechuga de pollo a la brasa
A simple and healthy option of chicken breast grilled to a juicy finish.
€ 16
Migas with toppings
Migas con tropezones
Migas is a traditional Spanish dish made from fried breadcrumbs, often served with various accompaniments ('tropezones') such as chorizo, pork, or vegetables.
€ 12
Mixed meat grill (2 persons)
Parrillada de carne variada (2 personas)
A generous platter of assorted grilled meats, designed for sharing between two people, offering a variety of cuts and flavors.
€ 44
Grilled black pudding
Morcilla a la brasa
Spanish black pudding (morcilla), grilled to achieve a crispy exterior and a rich, flavorful interior.
€ 17
Red tuna tartare
Tartar de atún rojo
Finely diced raw red tuna, seasoned and mixed with various ingredients like avocado, onion, and a dressing, served chilled.
€ 24
Grilled chorizo
Chorizo asado a la brasa
Spanish chorizo sausage, grilled to bring out its smoky and spicy flavors.
€ 17
Motril octopus and shrimp tartare
Tartar de pulpo y gamba de Motril
A tartare made with finely diced octopus and small shrimp from Motril, likely seasoned with fresh herbs and a light dressing.
€ 26
Grilled longaniza
Longaniza a la brasa
Longaniza, a type of Spanish sausage, grilled to perfection, offering a savory and slightly sweet flavor.
€ 17
Grilled Basque Country aged beef chop
Chuleta de vaca madurada País Vasco a la brasa
A premium aged beef chop from the Basque Country, known for its exceptional quality and flavor, grilled to showcase its richness.
€ 60
Malaga fine shell (unit)
Concha fina malagueña (unidad)
A specific type of clam or mollusk from Malaga, known as 'concha fina', served individually.
€ 4.5
Grilled Iberian feather skewer
Brocheta pluma ibérica a la brasa
A skewer of 'pluma ibérica', a prized cut from Iberian pork, known for its tenderness and rich flavor, grilled to perfection.
€ 22
Paella and Rice Dishes (Minimum 2 Persons)
PAELLA Y ARROCES (MÍNIMO 2 PERSONAS)
Mixed paella
Paella mixta
A classic Spanish rice dish cooked in a wide, shallow pan, featuring a mix of seafood, meat, and vegetables.
p/p 20
Blind seafood rice
Arroz ciego de marisco
A seafood rice dish where the ingredients are finely chopped or blended into the rice, creating a rich, integrated flavor. 'Ciego' implies the ingredients are not whole.
p/p 20
Rice with lobster and red shrimp
Arroz con bogavante y gamba roja
A luxurious rice dish featuring succulent lobster and flavorful red shrimp, cooked in a rich broth.
p/p 28
Black rice with cuttlefish and fresh shrimp
Arroz negro con jibia y gamba fresca
A visually striking black rice dish colored with squid ink, containing tender cuttlefish and fresh shrimp.
p/p 19
Red shrimp rice
Arroz de gamba roja
A flavorful rice dish highlighting the sweetness and vibrant color of red shrimp.
p/p 25
Rice with Iberian secret and feather cut
Arroz de secreto y pluma
A rice dish featuring 'secreto' and 'pluma', prized cuts of Iberian pork, known for their rich marbling and flavor.
p/p 22
Rice with sobrasada and shrimp
Arroz con sobrasada y gamba
A unique rice dish that combines the savory, slightly spicy flavor of sobrasada (a cured sausage) with the sweetness of shrimp.
p/p 22
Hamburgers
HAMBURGUESAS
Angus Burger: Duck foie gras, arugula, lamb's lettuce, caramelized onion, cheddar cheese
Hamburguesa Angus: Foie de pato, rúcula, canónigos, cebolla caramelizada, queso cheddar
A gourmet burger made with Angus beef, topped with rich duck foie gras, fresh arugula, lamb's lettuce, sweet caramelized onion, and cheddar cheese, served with seasoned potatoes.
€ 15
Shepherd Burger: Angus beef, goat cheese roll, lettuce, tomato, bacon and spiced potatoes.
Hamburguesa Pastor: Carne ternera Angus, rulo de cabra, lechuga, tomate, bacon y patatas especiadas.
A hearty burger featuring Angus beef, creamy goat cheese roll, fresh lettuce, tomato, and bacon, served with spiced potatoes.
€ 15
Crispy Chicken Burger: Chicken meat, cheese, bacon, tomato, lettuce, pickles, barbecue sauce and spiced potatoes.
Hamburguesa Crispy Chicken: Carne de pollo, queso, bacon, tomate, lechuga, pepinillos, salsa barbacoa y patatas especiadas.
A crispy chicken burger topped with cheese, bacon, tomato, lettuce, pickles, and barbecue sauce, served with spiced potatoes.
€ 13
Premium Burger: Mixed meat, bacon, cheese, egg, lettuce, tomato and spiced potatoes.
Hamburguesa Premium: Carne mixta, bacon, queso, huevo, lechuga, tomate y patatas especiadas.
A premium burger made with a blend of meats, topped with bacon, cheese, a fried egg, lettuce, and tomato, served with spiced potatoes.
€ 13
Tapas/Appetizers
PICOTEO
Cocido croquettes
Croquetas de cocido
Creamy croquettes made with the ingredients of 'cocido madrileño' (a traditional Spanish stew), likely featuring a rich, savory filling.
€ 16
Homemade cuttlefish and Motril shrimp croquettes
Croquetas caseras de choco y gamba de Motril
Homemade croquettes filled with cuttlefish and small shrimp from Motril, offering a taste of the sea.
€ 16
Scarlet shrimp croquette
Croqueta de carabinero
A croquette featuring the rich flavor of scarlet shrimp (carabinero), a prized crustacean.
€ 16
Homemade large croquette of shrimp and mussels
Croquetón casero de gambas y mejillones
A large, homemade croquette filled with a generous combination of shrimp and mussels.
€ 19
Assortment of cheeses and foie gras
Surtido de quesos y foie
A selection of fine cheeses served with rich foie gras, a luxurious appetizer.
€ 15
Gyozas on wakame seaweed and teriyaki cream
Gyozas sobre alga wakame y crema teriyaki
Japanese-style dumplings (gyozas) served on a bed of wakame seaweed and drizzled with a teriyaki cream sauce.
€ 18
Meats on the Grill
CARNES A LA BRASA
Grilled pork tenderloin
Solomillo de cerdo a la brasa
Tender pork tenderloin grilled to perfection, offering a lean and flavorful option.
€ 23
Iberian secret
Secreto Ibérico
'Secreto Ibérico' is a highly prized cut of Iberian pork, known for its exceptional marbling, tenderness, and rich flavor, grilled to perfection.
€ 23
Iberian presa
Presa Ibérica
'Presa Ibérica' is another premium cut from Iberian pork, characterized by its juicy texture and intense flavor, typically grilled.
€ 23
Lagarto
Lagarto
'Lagarto' refers to a cut of pork, often from the loin or shoulder, known for its tenderness and flavor when grilled.
€ 23
Lamb chops from Valle de los Pedroches
Chuletillas de cordero Valle de los Pedroches
Tender lamb chops from the renowned Valle de los Pedroches region, known for its high-quality lamb, grilled to perfection.
€ 26
Galician beef entrecôte
Entrecot de ternera gallega
A prime cut of ribeye steak from Galician beef, known for its excellent marbling and flavor, grilled to your preference.
€ 28
Grilled veal tenderloin
Solomillo de ternera a la brasa
Tender veal tenderloin, grilled to perfection, offering a lean and flavorful cut of meat.
€ 28
Grilled chicken breast
Pechuga de pollo a la brasa
A simple and healthy option of chicken breast grilled to a juicy finish.
€ 16
Grilled black pudding
Morcilla a la brasa
Spanish black pudding (morcilla), grilled to achieve a crispy exterior and a rich, flavorful interior.
€ 17
Grilled chorizo
Chorizo asado a la brasa
Spanish chorizo sausage, grilled to bring out its smoky and spicy flavors.
€ 17
Grilled longaniza
Longaniza a la brasa
Longaniza, a type of Spanish sausage, grilled to perfection, offering a savory and slightly sweet flavor.
€ 17
Children's Menu
MENÚ INFANTIL
Chicken fingers with potatoes
Finger de pollo con patatas
A classic children's meal of crispy chicken fingers served with a side of french fries.
€ 12
Loin, potatoes and fried egg
Lomo, patatas y huevo a la plancha
A simple and satisfying meal for children, featuring a piece of loin (likely pork or veal), potatoes, and a fried egg.
€ 12
Sauces
SALSAS
Barbecue
Barbacoa
A classic barbecue sauce, typically sweet and smoky, often served as a condiment.
€ 1
Garlic mayonnaise
Ali-oli
A traditional Mediterranean sauce made with garlic and olive oil, similar to aioli. It's creamy and pungent.
€ 1
Pepper
Pimienta
Likely a pepper sauce or a side of freshly ground pepper, used to enhance the flavor of dishes.
€ 1
Ice Cream Menu
CARTA DE HELADOS
Assorted ice cream cup to taste (ask for menu)
Copa de helado variada al gusto (pedir carta)
A cup of ice cream where you can choose your preferred flavors from a selection, likely detailed on a separate ice cream menu.
€ 7
Small tub
Tarrina pequeña
A small serving of ice cream, likely available in various flavors.
€ 3
Large tub
Tarrina grande
A larger serving of ice cream, available in various flavors.
€ 4
Other Desserts
OTROS POSTRES
Brownie, walnuts and vanilla ice cream
Brownie, nueces y helado de vainilla
A rich chocolate brownie served with crunchy walnuts and a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream.
€ 7.5
Tiramisu
Tiramisú
A classic Italian dessert made with layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone cheese, and cocoa powder.
€ 7.5
Whiskey cake
Tarta al whisky
A cake flavored with whiskey, likely a moist and rich dessert.
€ 7.5
Seasonal fruit
Fruta de temporada
A refreshing selection of fresh fruits that are in season, offering a light and healthy dessert option.
€ 5
House Desserts
POSTRES DE LA CASA
Homemade baked cheesecake
Tarta de queso casera al horno
A classic baked cheesecake made in-house, likely rich and creamy with a graham cracker crust.
€ 7.5
Homemade Lotus cake
Tarta Lotus casera
A homemade cake featuring the distinct flavor of Lotus Biscoff cookies, known for their caramelized spice taste.
€ 7.5
Grandma's cake from the house
Tarta de la Abuela de la casa
A traditional 'Grandma's cake', likely a comforting and nostalgic dessert, possibly made with cookies, chocolate, and cream.
€ 7.5
Pistachio cake
Tarta de Pistacho
A cake flavored with pistachios, offering a nutty and slightly sweet taste, often with a vibrant green hue.
€ 8
Calatrava bread pudding
Pan de Calatrava
A traditional Spanish bread pudding, often made with stale bread, milk, eggs, and sugar, baked until golden and served with caramel.
€ 7.5
Three chocolates
Tres chocolates
A dessert that combines three types of chocolate (e.g., dark, milk, white), likely in a mousse or cake form, offering a rich chocolate experience.
€ 7.5