Ay Que Rico! Menu (Update 2025)

Welcome to Ay Que Rico!, a culinary jewel in Brandon, Florida, where authentic Cuban flavors come alive! Nestled at 113 S Parsons Ave, this charming eatery is renowned for its inviting atmosphere and warm hospitality, thanks to the dedicated husband-and-wife team that runs it.

Start your day off with the delightful Cuban Toast or indulge in a hearty Omelette. For lunch or dinner, their Baked Pork, Ropa Vieja, and Vaca Frita are standout options, each accompanied by perfectly cooked rice, beans, and sweet plantains. Don't overlook the Cuban Sandwich, which has been praised for its mouthwatering layers of tender roasted pork and crispy bread.

With fresh ingredients prepared in small batches and an atmosphere reminiscent of a family kitchen, Ay Que Rico! isn’t just a restaurant; it’s a place where every meal feels like a warm embrace. You’ll leave with memories of delicious food and a heart full of joy!

STEAMER

GROUND BEEF

Served with rice (yellow, white or cuban) beans (black or red) & sweet plantains.

$12.99

BAKED CHICKEN

Served with rice (yellow, white or cuban) beans (black or red) & sweet plantains.

$12.99

CHICKEN FRICASSE

Served with rice (yellow, white or cuban) beans (black or red) & sweet plantains.

$13.99

BAKED PORK

Served with rice (yellow, white or cuban) beans (black or red) & sweet plantains.

$14.99

ROPA VIEJA

Served with rice (yellow, white or cuban) beans (black or red) & sweet plantains.

$14.99

BEEF WITH POTATOES

Served with rice (yellow, white or cuban) beans (black or red) & sweet plantains.

$14.99

TAMAL WITH BEEF

Served with rice (yellow, white or cuban) beans (black or red) & sweet plantains.

$14.99

OX TAIL

Served with rice (yellow, white or cuban) beans (black or red) & sweet plantains. (Saturday & Sunday)

$24.99

CUBAN TOAST

Cuban bread with butter

$3.50

CUBAN TOAST WITH CHEESE

$4.50

OMELETTE

Ham or bacon

$10.99

FRIED EGGS

Two fried eggs with choice of ham or bacon

$10.99

BREAKFAST

GRILL

PALOMILLA STEAK

Served with rice (yellow, white or cuban) beans (black or red) & sweet plantains.

$16.99

CHICKEN BREAST

Served with rice (yellow, white or cuban) beans (black or red) & sweet plantains.

$16.99

VACA FRITA

Served with rice (yellow, white or cuban) beans (black or red) & sweet plantains.

$16.99

PORK CHOPS

Served with rice (yellow, white or cuban) beans (black or red) & sweet plantains.

$16.99

FAJITAS

Served with rice (yellow, white or cuban) beans (black or red) & sweet plantains. (beef or chicken)

$16.99

MANGO

$5.99

MAMEY

$5.99

PAPAYA

$5.99

PASSION FRUIT

$5.99

LEMONADE

$4.50

HORCHATA

$3.99

TAMARINDO

$3.99

SHAKES/JUICES

FRITURAS

CHICKEN EMPANADA

$4.00

BEEF EMPANADA

$4.00

TAQUENOS

(2)

$3.50

CROQUETAS

(4)

$3.50

YUCA RELLENA

$4.00

PAPA RELLENA

$4.50

CHICKEN NUGGETS

Served with French fries

$6.99

KID'S MEAL

SOUPS

CHICKEN SOUP

9.99 (lg), Served with rice.

$5.99

BEEF SOUP

10.99 (lg), Served with rice.

$6.99

CUBAN SANDWICH

Ham, pork, cheese, pickles, mayonnaise and mustard. Served with French fries. Extra Lettuce .50 Tomato .50

$11.99

AMERICAN CUBAN SANDWICH

Ham, pork, cheese, pickles, mayonnaise and mustard, comes with yellow rice, black beans and chopped onions. Served with French fries. Extra Lettuce .50 Tomato .50

$15.00

MEDIA NOCHE SANDWICH

Ham, pork, cheese, pickles, mayonnaise and mustard on sweet bread. Served with French fries. Extra Lettuce .50 Tomato .50

$11.99

STEAK SANDWICH

Palomilla steak, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, & mayonnaise. Served with French fries.

$14.99

CHICKEN SANDWICH

Chicken breast, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, & mayonnaise. Served with French fries.

$14.99

PORK SANDWICH

Pork, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, & mayonnaise. Served with French fries.

$13.99

BLT

Bacon, lettuce, tomatoes, & mayonnaise. Served with French fries.

$11.99

HAM & CHEESE

Ham, cheese, mayonnaise, & pickles. Served with French fries. Lettuce 1.00 Tomatoes 1.00

$10.99

TUNA SANDWICH

Tuna, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, & mayonnaise. Served with French fries. Bacon 1.50

$11.99

CROQUETA

Served with French fries.

$9.99

SANDWICHES

SIDE ORDERS

WHITE RICE

$2.99

YELLOW RICE

$2.99

CUBAN RICE

$3.99

TOSTONES

(6)

$4.99

FRENCH FRIES

$3.99

YUCA CON MOJO

$5.99

VEGETABLES

$4.99

BEANS

$4.00

CANNED SODA

$2.00

BOTTLE OF WATER

$2.00

MALTA

$2.00

CAFE CON LECHE

3.95 (lg)

$2.95

CORTADITO DE LECHE

$3.50

COLADA

(CUBAN BLACK COFFEE)

$2.00

BEVERAGES