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.
BAKED CHICKEN
Served with rice (yellow, white or cuban) beans (black or red) & sweet plantains.
CHICKEN FRICASSE
Served with rice (yellow, white or cuban) beans (black or red) & sweet plantains.
BAKED PORK
Served with rice (yellow, white or cuban) beans (black or red) & sweet plantains.
ROPA VIEJA
Served with rice (yellow, white or cuban) beans (black or red) & sweet plantains.
BEEF WITH POTATOES
Served with rice (yellow, white or cuban) beans (black or red) & sweet plantains.
TAMAL WITH BEEF
Served with rice (yellow, white or cuban) beans (black or red) & sweet plantains.
OX TAIL
Served with rice (yellow, white or cuban) beans (black or red) & sweet plantains. (Saturday & Sunday)
CUBAN TOAST
Cuban bread with butter
CUBAN TOAST WITH CHEESE
OMELETTE
Ham or bacon
FRIED EGGS
Two fried eggs with choice of ham or bacon
BREAKFAST
GRILL
PALOMILLA STEAK
Served with rice (yellow, white or cuban) beans (black or red) & sweet plantains.
CHICKEN BREAST
Served with rice (yellow, white or cuban) beans (black or red) & sweet plantains.
VACA FRITA
Served with rice (yellow, white or cuban) beans (black or red) & sweet plantains.
PORK CHOPS
Served with rice (yellow, white or cuban) beans (black or red) & sweet plantains.
FAJITAS
Served with rice (yellow, white or cuban) beans (black or red) & sweet plantains. (beef or chicken)
MANGO
MAMEY
PAPAYA
PASSION FRUIT
LEMONADE
HORCHATA
TAMARINDO
SHAKES/JUICES
FRITURAS
CHICKEN EMPANADA
BEEF EMPANADA
TAQUENOS
(2)
CROQUETAS
(4)
YUCA RELLENA
PAPA RELLENA
CHICKEN NUGGETS
Served with French fries
KID'S MEAL
SOUPS
CHICKEN SOUP
9.99 (lg), Served with rice.
BEEF SOUP
10.99 (lg), Served with rice.
CUBAN SANDWICH
Ham, pork, cheese, pickles, mayonnaise and mustard. Served with French fries. Extra Lettuce .50 Tomato .50
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
MEDIA NOCHE SANDWICH
Ham, pork, cheese, pickles, mayonnaise and mustard on sweet bread. Served with French fries. Extra Lettuce .50 Tomato .50
STEAK SANDWICH
Palomilla steak, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, & mayonnaise. Served with French fries.
CHICKEN SANDWICH
Chicken breast, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, & mayonnaise. Served with French fries.
PORK SANDWICH
Pork, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, & mayonnaise. Served with French fries.
BLT
Bacon, lettuce, tomatoes, & mayonnaise. Served with French fries.
HAM & CHEESE
Ham, cheese, mayonnaise, & pickles. Served with French fries. Lettuce 1.00 Tomatoes 1.00
TUNA SANDWICH
Tuna, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, & mayonnaise. Served with French fries. Bacon 1.50
CROQUETA
Served with French fries.
SANDWICHES
SIDE ORDERS
WHITE RICE
YELLOW RICE
CUBAN RICE
TOSTONES
(6)
FRENCH FRIES
YUCA CON MOJO
VEGETABLES
BEANS
CANNED SODA
BOTTLE OF WATER
MALTA
CAFE CON LECHE
3.95 (lg)
CORTADITO DE LECHE
COLADA
(CUBAN BLACK COFFEE)