Carla

25-03 40th Ave, Long Island City
(929) 204-6264

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Tacos Tinga De Pollo Pescado Fish Malibu Shrimp
Shrimp Jambalaya w Runny Egg
Smoke & Spicy Mezcal Paloma
Roasted Pesto Cauliflower
Vegan Guacamole & Chips
Fried Sweet Plantains
Chicken Enchiladas
Vegetarian Taco 2
Adult Capris Sun
Chicken Fajitas

Menu

Appetizers
Mighty Wings (5pcs)
Crispy potato starch coated wings, sweet soy-ginger sauce, sesame seeds, and scallion.
Vegan Pesto Cauliflower
Roasted cauliflower, basil, peanut, and pumpkin seeds.
Queso Cheese Dip
Creamy cheese, bell pepper, pico de gallo, and a side of corn tortillas chip.
Crispy Spring Roll
glass noodles, ground pork, grated carrot, wood ear mushrooms, shallots, Served with sweet chili sauce
Vegan Guacamole & Chips
Avocado, onion, tomato, cilantro, lime, corn tortillas chip.
Mexican Shrimp and Scallop Ceviche
Shrimp, scallop, cucumber, cilantro, onion, avocado, tomato, cilantro, and with a side of tortilla chips
Buffalo Wings (5 pcs)
Breaded spicy wings, bleu cheese, carrot, and celery.

Tacos
Tinga De Pollo (2pc)
Chipotle–tomato braised chicken, cojita cheese, and cilantro. Made with corn masa tortillas.
Shrimp Taco (2pc)
Shrimp, corn, pickled cabbage, tomatillos salsa, pico de gallo, and cilantro. Made with corn masa tortillas.
Vegetarian Taco (2pc)
Black bean, sweet plantain, cotija cheese, avocado, salsa verde, pico de gallo, and cilantro. Made with corn masa tortillas.
Pescado (2pc)
Crunchy battered tilapia fish, lettuce, cabbage, chipotle mayo, and cilantro. Made with corn masa tortillas.
Beef Barbacoa (2pc)
Mexican braised beef, pickled onion, pickled jalapenos, onion, and cilantro. Made with corn masa tortillas.
Al Pastor (2pc)
Braised style pork, pineapple, tomatillo salsa, onion, and cilantro. Made with corn masa tortillas.

Salad
Grilled Corn Romaine Salad
Romaine, grilled corn, pumpkin seeds, grilled bell peppers, tomato, cucumber, onion, avocado, and Citrus crema dressing.
Vegan Kale Quinoa Salad
Kale, black bean, roasted bell pepper, quinoa, corn, pico de gallo, avocado, and with Tomatillos lime vinaigrette.
Walnut Cranberry Salad
Kale, apple, bacon bits, goat cheese, dried cranberry, candied walnut, and Balsamic vinaigrette.
Roasted Cauliflower Salad
Organic spring mix salad, cucumber, roasted cauliflower, roasted bell pepper, peanut, avocado, goat cheese, and creamy honey mustard dressing.

Burger/Sandwich
Carla Burger
Angus beef burger, cheese, applewood smoked bacon, pickled cabbage, lettuce, tomato, house sauce, on a classic martin's potato bun
Shrimp Po' Boy
breaded shrimp, lettuce, tomato, remoulade sauce on a toasted buttered French roll.
Buttermilk Chicken Burger
Crispy breaded chicken thigh, coleslaw, pickled cabbage, chipotle mayo, house sauce, and on a classic martin's potato bun (thigh meat).
Kansas Pulled Pork Sandwich
Braised pulled pork, white American cheese, pickled cabbage, caramelized onion, bell pepper, and house sauce on a brioche bun.
Avocado Blt
Avocado, tomato, lettuce, applewood smoked bacon, chipotle mayo, and choice of country white bread or multigrain bread.
Impossible Burger
Plant-based meat tastes just like beef, lettuce, tomato, avocado, spring mix, house saice, and on a martin's potato bun.

Entrees
Kale Quesadilla
Flour tortilla, shiitake mushrooms, and Tuscan kale, Mexican shredded cheese, queso, pickled chipotle onion, and guacamole with a side of salad.
Mexican Surf & Turf Burrito
Mexican style braised pulled pork, shrimp, lettuce, pico de gallo, cilantro, corn, chipotle mayo, waffle fries, avocado, and wrapped in a flour tortillas. With a side of salad
Chicken Fajitas (4 pcs)
Chicken, onion, bell peppers, cilantro, lime, avocado, Mexican crema, and with a side of flour tortillas (4 pieces).
Beef Brisket Pho' (large 36oz bowl)
Traditional noodle soup served with roasted slice beef brisket, rice noodles, cilantro, scallions, red onion, our 8 hours house-made beef bone marrow broth, bean sprouts, Thai holy basil, lime, and pickled jalapeno. - gluten free
Chicken Bamh Mi
Chicken breast meat sauteed in house made sauce. Served with house made garlic aioli bread, chicken pate, pickled jalapeno, cucumber, pickled carrots & radish, chipotle mayo and cilantro.
Fish N' Chips
Crispy battered tilapia fillet, waffle fries, coleslaw, and house tartar sauce.
Shrimp Jambalaya
Shrimp, andouille sausage, okra, onion, pepper, tomato, celery, runny egg, scallion, and long grain rice.

Drinks
Fresh Squeezed Lemonade
Freshly squeezed with just the right amount of sweetness.
Arnold Palmer
A blend of our signature lemonade and house-brewed black tea.
Home-brewed Iced Tea
Freshly brewed in-house and strong dark black tea.

Sides
Vegan Tater Tots
Vegan Waffle Fries
Chicken Noodle Soup (16oz)
Vegan Sweet Potato Fries
Vegan Sweet Plantains
Beer Battered Onion Rings

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Recent Reviews

I was first introduced to Carla's two years ago and I have been dreaming of both their Hibiscus Margaritas and Grilled Corn Romaine Salad ever since. YES A SALAD!

Happy to say I finally had the opportunity to return for an intimate birthday celebration and everything was just how I remembered it.

Cute and quaint, with good service and food, a great vibe!

Without a doubt I absolutely ordered the roasted corn salad. It...
November 2025
There were four of us. We each had an entree, one non-alcoholic beverage and one dessert. The bill came to $133. The food was delish and the dessert was superb--churros and vanilla ice cream.
November 2025
We are regular customers of CARLA. The food is consistently delicious. There’s something for everyone here (one of us is vegetarian and the other is not. Plenty of options for all.) It never disappoints. The staff (especially Lisa and Pablo) are always welcoming, attentive, and eager to make sure our dining experience is outstanding. CARLA is a little gem. Don’t miss out! P&G
August 2025

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Carla

25-03 40th Ave, Long Island City, NY 11101
(929) 204-6264