Carmen's Lunch Bar & Tapas Menu
Welcome to Carmen's Lunch Bar & Tapas, a delightful blend of Southern charm and American tapas nestled in Pensacola. This vibrant eatery prioritizes fresh, quality ingredients, offering a deliciously diverse menu that caters to various palates including vegan options.
- Tapas: Indulge in unique plates such as the Spanish Crab Pepper Poppers and Olivias Picantes, perfect for sharing.
- Sandwiches: Don't miss the celebrated Spanish Crab Melt or the flavorful Chicken Tikka Masala Sandwich.
- Amenities: Enjoy outdoor seating, catering options, and ADA-compliant facilities, making it accessible for everyone.
With a casual yet trendy atmosphere, friendly service, and enticing happy hour specials, Carmen's Lunch Bar & Tapas is not just a lunch spot; it's a culinary experience waiting to be savored.
TAPAS, SOUPS & SALADS
CARMEN'S SODA BREAD
Baked daily! Fresh rosemary, dried cranberries, sweet butter
SPICED ORGANIC PEPITAS GF
Pumpkin Seeds
OLIVAS PICANTES- SPICY GF
italian castelvetrano green olives with serrano chili peppers & roasted yellow tomatoes
SPANISH CRAB PEPPER POPPERS GF
sweet peppers, jumbo lump crab, chorizo sausage, Manchego cheese, lemon, saffron
SAVORY GOAT CHEESE CHEESE CAKE WITH CARMEN'S SEASONAL FRUIT PEPPER JELLY
served over arugula with toasted ciabatta (gluten free crackers available upon request)
CARMEN'S CHEESE PLATE
four cheese selections, spiced pumpkin seeds, dried fruit served with a toasted ciabatta roll (gluten free crackers upon request)
SOPA DEL DIA GF
Soup of the Day
THAI YELLOW CURRY CRAB CHOWDER GF
local jumbo lump crab, coconut milk, ginger, sweet peppers, potatoes, carrots, sugar snaps & fresh herbs. Spicy!
GREEN SALAD GF
mixed greens, carrot, red cabbage, cucumber, sweet pepper, pepitas, white balsamic vinaigrette
CARMEN'S KALE SALAD GF
honey white balsamic dressing, candied walnuts & 3 types of fresh seasonal fruit or berries
SPANISH CRAB MELT
local jumbo crab, chorizo sausage, Manchego cheese, lemon, saffron, served open-faced over arugula
CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICH
chicken salad with celery, golden raisins, light mayo, basil & almonds on ciabatta
CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA SANDWICH
tender chicken breast cooked in Indian spices, tomatoes & cream on ciabatta with cucumber-mint raita
JULIE'S N.C. PORK BBQ SANDWICH
my mother's zesty blend of 2 North Carolina styles. pork bbq with slaw on ciabatta. warm bbq sauce and bread 'n butter pickles on the side
STRACOTTO SLOW-ROASTED BEEF SANDWICH
beef chuck slow cooked with red wine, onions, garlic, porcini mushrooms, thyme, rosemary on ciabatta with whole milk mozzarella, arugula & roasted yellow tomatoes
KID'S CIABATTA CHEESE TOAST
ciabatta bread baked open-face with colby-jack cheese. Choice of chips or apple sauce squeeze.
CIABATTA SANDWICHES
PLATES & PIES (GLUTEN FREE)
GLUTEN FREE SPANISH CRAB CAZUELA
(A GLUTEN FREE & LOW CARB OPTION) a creamy blend of local jumbo lump crab, chorizo sausage, manchego cheese, lemon, saffron, arugula. Baked in a Spanish casserole dish(cazuela)! Choice of potato salad or chips. Sub green salad for +$2
CHICKEN SALAD PLATE GF
chicken salad with celery, golden raisins, light mayo, sweet basil & almonds served over mixed greens, honey white balsamic dressing, cucumbers, strawberries, red grapes & GF crackers
VEGAN MOROCCAN VEGETABLE CURRY GF
harissa, carrots, onions, sweet bell peppers, golden raisins, chickpeas, green olives, fresh mint over turmeric basmati rice
CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA PLATE GF
tender chicken breast cooked with Indian spices, tomatoes & cream served over turmeric basmati rice with cucumber-mint raita. Ciabatta Roll; Plate with Basmati Rice (Gluten Free)
JULIE'S N.C. PORK BBQ PLATE GF
my mother's zesty blend of two North Carolina styles pork bbq, coleslaw, herb-roasted horseradish potato salad & pickles
STRACOTTO SLOW-ROASTED BEEF "PIE" GF
beef chuck slow cooked with red wine, onions, garlic, porcini mushrooms, thyme, rosemary. sugar snap peas & carrot-whipped potatoes
CUBAN PORK PLANTAIN "PIE" GF
slow-roasted pork, spicy red sauce, chopped sweet plantains with sour cream & black bean salsa
CAKE SPECIAL
served warm with brown sugar-cream cheese icing
GLUTEN FREE DESSERT SPECIAL
DESSERTS
EXTRAS
HONEY WHITE BALSAMIC DRESSING 8 oz Cup GF
our famous dressing used on our kale salad and chicken salad plate
