Paulina Escanes’ menu offers a vibrant dining experience, blending innovative flavors with classic culinary techniques, all infused with the chef’s rich Mexican heritage. Each dish is crafted to surprise and delight the senses, emphasizing fresh, high-quality ingredients and creative presentations that reflect her deep cultural influences. The ambiance complements the menu, inviting guests to savor every moment in a stylish and welcoming setting.
Signature Cocktails
Pauer-ful Margarita$14.00
Tequila, Cointreau, fresh lime, volcanic black salt
¡Hola, Guapa!$14.00
Vodka, Amaretto, lime juice, Caribbean cherry, orange bitters, sparkling wine
Amorena$15.00
Gray Whale Gin, spiced rum, Marashino syrup, lime
Old is the New Black$12.00
Jameson Black Barrel, spiced syrup, chocolate bitters
Oaxacarita$16.00
Mezcal, Ancho Reyes, pineapple shrub, fresh lime, tajin rim
Besos de Mezcal$18.00
Mezcal Reposado, spiced syrup, chocolate bitters, spices smoke
Copal$14.00
Mezcal Montelobos infused with bell peppers and cardamom citrus, honey syrup, mint oil
Spritzers
Sevilla Spritz$14.00
Tanqueray Sevilla, Orange, Peach Liqueur, Sparkling Wine, Soda, Orange Wedge
Aperol Spritz$14.00
Aperol, Sparkling Wine, Soda, Orange Wedge
Ancho Spritz$14.00
Ancho Reyes (Chile poblano liqueur), Lime, Cucumber, Sparkling Wine, Soda
Italicus Spritz$14.00
Italicus Liqueur, Gin, Sparkling Wine, Soda, Orange and Lemon Wedge
House Mocktail
Wicked Lemonade$9.00
Lime, cucumber, miel de abeja, thyme
Horchata$9.00
Rice, milk, cinnamon
Gingerade$9.00
Ginger, lime, honey
Maja$9.00
Orgeat, caribbean cherry, lime, orange bitters
Taquitos Como En México
Our tortillas are perfectly sized for a satisfying yet manageable dining experience. Paulina’s Taquitos features a delicious twist on classic Mexican cuisine, showcasing locally made tortillas by a Mexican family inspired by the culinary richness of CDMX. Crafted from premium corn flour, these artisanal tortillas offer an authentic base for bold flavors, ensuring a genuinely traditional dining experience...y el Pique! The accompanying sauce on the side is skillfully crafted with vibrant chile de arbol peppers that offer heat tempered by subtle fruity notes and a hint of nuttiness - unique in Puerto Rico.
Taquitos de Amigos$10.00
Grilled shrimp, beer, pork chorizo, melted cheese
Taquitos de Bacalao$13.00
Tempura Cod, chipotle mayo, red pepper pico de gallo, caramelized leeks
- Avocado$4.00
Taquitos al Pastor Veganos$10.00
Roasted cauliflower, potatoes, cilantro, onion & pineapple
Taquitos de Carnitas$10.00
Seasoned shredded beef, melted cheese, red pepper pico de gallo
Taquitos de Pollo al Pastor$10.00
Roasted chicken, cilantro, onion & pineapple
Quesadillas con Chorizo$8.00
Melted cheese and artisanal pork chorizo
STARTERS & SALADS
Tiradito$24.00
Raw wild caught tuna, coconut milk, aji amarillo, garlic confit, pickled red onion, sesame, Peruvian choclo, served with a side of Doña Lola blue corn tostadas
- Avocado$4.00
- Extra tostadas$3.00
Aguachile$24.00
Raw Shrimps marinated in orange-lime, cilantro, garlic confit & chile serrano juice, served with diced avocado & Doña Lola blue corn tostadas
Hand Crafted Empanaditas$13.00
Two Vegetarian turnovers with cheese & herbs
Daily Dip$16.00
Surprising flavors in these handcrafted dips prepared daily in house. Served with warm bread. Ask your server for today's selection!
Pozole$13.00
Mexican Chicken soup made with tomatillo verde, cilantro & corn. Topped with sour cream, avocado & crunchy tortilla chips
Burrata$24.00
Baby tomatoes confit, mango sauce, olive oil with sourdough toast
- Sourdough toast$4.50
La Orgánica$19.00
Mixed local greens, soft boiled egg, applewood smoked bacon, baby tomato, cheese of the day walnuts, dijon vinaigrette
- Grilled chicken$6.00
- Salmon$12.00
- Shrimps$6.00
- Flank steak$16.00
- Avocado$4.00
SPECIALTIES
Torta de Elote Escanes$32.00
Our Signature delicacy, a must-have soufflé-ish corn cake stuffed with cheese & charred chile poblano pepper, served with our house organic salad
- Chicken$6.00
- Carnitas$6.00
- Fried eggs$4.00
- Avocado$4.00
- Salmon$12.00
Schnitzel$27.00
Cornflake crusted chicken schnitzel, arugula & tomato salad & shaved parmesan
- Fried Eggs$4.00
Flank Steak con Salsa de Verano$32.00
Grass fed sliced flank steak with scallions, fresh herbs & peanut salsa. Served with wedge fries
Paulina’s Burger$22.00
Toasted english muffin, Vermont cheddar cheese, preserved lemon butter, steak beef patty, side of wedge potato fries
- Bacon$6.00
- Extra Cheese$2.00
- Avocado$4.00
- Fried Egg$3.00
Creamy Pasta al Limón$11.00
Freshly made fettuccine served with a creamy sauce of shallots, lemon, honey & parmigiano reggiano cheese
Pollo Peruano$27.00
Grilled chicken breast with a creamy Peruvian inspired sauce: mint, aji amarillo, sesame seeds, scallions & herbs. Served with seasonal veggies.
Pescado Amalfi
Chef’s catch choice, inspired by Amalfi’s Summer. Lemons, fried capers, ginger, and clarified butter sauce. Served with dill and preserved lemon butter potatoes.
White Trout$35.00
Filet Mignon a las Hierbas$43.00
Grass fed with a silky porcini mushroom & rum sauce. Served with potatoes.
Carne Asada con Crema de Blue Cheese y Mantequilla al Chipotle
Potatoes in blue cheese sauce, chipotle butter and flank steak tips.
SIDES
Small House Salad$9.00
Organic local greens, seasonal veggies, dijon vinaigrette
Buttery Jasmine Rice$9.00
Leeks & white wine jasmine rice
Seasonal Roasted Veggies$9.00
Pumpkin seed pesto, olive oil & fresh herbs
Sourdough Toast$4.50
Avocado$4.00
Cold pressed olive oil & toasted sesame seeds
Crunchy French Fried Wedge Potatoes$7.00
DESSERTS
Pay de Manzana$14.00
Paulina’s mom recipe: green apples, butter & brown sugar with a scrumptious crumble comes with a side of ice cream, served hot
Pay de Limón$12.00
Sweet & sour deliciousness over a cornmeal crust & our silky meringue, best eaten very cold!
Budin de Chocolate Blanco$14.00
Our famous dessert soft brioche soaked with European white chocolate & a salted caramel, served hot
Torta Francesa de Chocolate$12.00
Buttery chocolate cake, served warm with an ice cream scoop
Affogato$6.00
Vanilla ice cream & double shot of espresso
Alfajor$2.00
Pecan Cookie Stuffed with Dulce de leche
