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Orinoco restaurant 4723 Common Street

4723 Common Street, Lake Charles, LA
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BRUNCH/BREAKFAST PLATES
BOWLS
APPETIZERS
TRADITIONAL DISHES
CHICKEN / MAIN DISHES
BEEF / MAIN DISHES
SEAFOOD / MAIN DISHES
PORK / MAIN DISHES
BUILD YOUR GRILL BOARD
EMPANADAS
PATACONES
AREPAS
BURGERS
CACHAPAS
RICE BOWLS
SOUPS
KIDS MENU
DESSERTS
EXTRAS

Featured Items

  • Cheese Cachapa (Original way)

    $13.50

  • Ground Beef Empanada

    $4.00

  • Cracklin Bowl

    Crispy pork belly served with fluffy rice, savory black beans, golden fried yuca, and a fresh avocado salad with crisp lettuce mix and our house-made passion fruit dressing.
    $17.00

BRUNCH/BREAKFAST PLATES

  • Criollo Breakfast

    Tender, slow-cooked shredded beef served with refried black beans, sweet ripe plantains, a white corn arepa, and two eggs cooked to your preference.
    $22.00

  • Llanero Sunrise

    A white corn arepa topped with fresh cheese, served with juicy grilled steak, two fried eggs, sweet ripe plantains, and a fresh avocado salad drizzled with our house-made passion fruit dressing.
    $23.90

  • Paisa Brunch

    Red beans and rice blend, and crispy fried pork belly, served with a fried egg, sweet ripe plantains, a cheese-filled corn arepa, and fresh avocado.
    $26.90

BOWLS

  • Orinoco Street Style

    Tender chicken sautéed with colorful bell peppers in a savory soy glaze, served with fluffy rice, crispy fries, fresh salad, creamy avocado, and crunchy plantain chips.
    $16.00

  • Parrilla KETO Bowl

    Crispy pork belly and juicy grilled skirt steak, served with a fried egg and a fresh avocado salad with crisp lettuce mix and our house-made passion fruit dressing.
    $20.00

  • Cracklin Bowl

    Crispy pork belly served with fluffy rice, savory black beans, golden fried yuca, and a fresh avocado salad with crisp lettuce mix and our house-made passion fruit dressing.
    $17.00

  • Caribbean Veggie Bowl

    Fragrant coconut rice served with sweet ripe plantains, savory black beans, sweet corn, fresh avocado, and a crisp house salad with mixed greens and our house-made passion fruit dressing.
    $17.00

APPETIZERS

  • Mini Empanadas

    Golden, crispy mini Colombian empanadas filled with seasoned beef and potatoes. Served with our Colombian Salsa based on vinegar.
    $8.50

  • Shrimp Ceviche

    Tender shrimp marinated in fresh citrus juices with red onion and cilantro, served with crispy plantain chips for the perfect Caribbean-inspired bite.
    $10.50

  • Pork Belly Ceviche

    Crispy pork belly marinated in fresh citrus juices with red onion and cilantro, served with crunchy plantain chips for a bold Caribbean-inspired flavor.
    $10.50

  • Orinoco Tequenos

    Crispy fried breadsticks filled with melted white cheese, served hot and golden for a deliciously cheesy snack or appetizer.
    $8.50

  • Caribbean Yucca Bites

    Golden cassava bites stuffed with tender shredded beef, fried until crispy on the outside and perfectly savory on the inside.
    $9.50

  • Sweet Plantains with Cheese

    Sweet ripe plantains topped with fresh white cheese and rich cream cheese for the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors.
    $9.50

  • Pork Belly Appetizer

    Crispy, golden pork belly served with two mini corn arepas, fresh lime, and our signature green sauce for the perfect balance of savory, zesty, and authentic Colombian flavors.
    $10.50

  • Orinoco Sampler

    2 mini empanadas, 2 tequeños, 4 pieces of chicharrón, and 4 slices of sweet plantain (maduro).
    $16.50

TRADITIONAL DISHES

  • Bandeja Paisa

    Colombia’s most iconic platter featuring fluffy rice, hearty red beans, grilled steak, Colombian sausage, crispy pork belly, a fried egg, fresh avocado, sweet ripe plantains, and a traditional corn arepa.
    $34.90

  • Over-Baked Pork Belly / Chicharron

    Crispy roasted pork belly served with fried cassava and your choice of salad.
    $22.50

  • Pabellon Criollo

    A traditional Venezuelan favorite featuring fluffy rice, savory black beans, tender shredded beef, sweet ripe plantains, a fried egg, crumbled feta cheese, and a warm mini corn arepa.
    $25.90

  • Shrimp in Coconut Sauce

    Tender shrimp simmered in a rich, creamy coconut sauce, served with your choice of fluffy white rice or fragrant coconut rice, and crispy plantain chips.
    $27.00

  • Spicy Creamy Chicken

    Tender boneless chicken smothered in a creamy, smoky chipotle sauce with a touch of heat, served with fluffy white rice and a fresh house salad with our house-made passion fruit dressing.
    $18.90

  • Caribbean Red Snapper (for two)

    Whole red snapper, fried to crispy perfection and served Caribbean-style with crispy tostones and a fresh house salad with our house-made passion fruit dressing.
    $59.00

CHICKEN / MAIN DISHES

  • Grilled Marinated Chicken Breast

    Juicy marinated chicken breast, grilled to perfection and served with arroz sucio—a flavorful blend of rice and beans—and your choice of a fresh house salad with our house-made passion fruit dressing or sweet pineapple coleslaw.
    $18.50

  • Grilled Chicken Thigh

    Juicy grilled boneless chicken thighs served with creamy potatoes and your choice of a fresh house salad with our house-made passion fruit dressing or sweet pineapple coleslaw.
    $19.50

BEEF / MAIN DISHES

  • Grilled Beef Fajita

    Juicy grilled beef served over a bed of sautéed onions, accompanied by creamy chipotle potatoes and your choice of salad
    $26.90

  • Ropa Vieja

    Tender, slow-cooked shredded beef served with fluffy white rice and crispy golden tostones.
    $18.90

SEAFOOD / MAIN DISHES

  • Mahi Mahi Filet

    Fresh grilled mahi-mahi served with your choice of fluffy white rice or fragrant coconut rice, and your choice of salad.
    $24.90

  • Shrimp Your Way

    Tender shrimp prepared your way: garlic butter, creamy chipotle, coconut sauce, or crispy coconut-crusted and fried. IT DOES NOT COME WITH RICE
    $25.50

PORK / MAIN DISHES

  • GUAVA BBQ RIBS

    Tender, slow-cooked pork ribs glazed with our sweet and smoky guava BBQ sauce, served with Colombian potatoes and your choice of House Salad or Pineapple Coleslaw.
    $23.50

  • GRILLED BBQ PORK LOIN

    Juicy grilled pork loin glazed with smoky BBQ sauce, served with crispy golden fried cassava (yuca).
    $21.50

BUILD YOUR GRILL BOARD

  • Mini Orinoco

    1 PROTEIN + 1 SIDE
    $18.90

  • Duo Orinoco

    2 PROTEINS + 1 SIDE
    $29.90

  • Trio Orinoco

    3 PROTEINS + 2 SIDES
    $42.00

  • Parrandera Orinoco

    4 PROTEINS + 3 SIDES
    $56.00

EMPANADAS

A traditional Venezuelan-style cornmeal pastry, fried until crispy and golden and stuffed with your choice of delicious fillings.

  • Ground Beef Empanada

    $4.00

  • Chicken Empanada

    OUT OF STOCK
    $4.00

  • Shredded Beef Empanada

    $4.00

  • Cheese Empanada

    $4.00

  • Colombian Empanada

    $4.00

PATACONES

A traditional Venezuelan sandwich made with two crispy, twice-fried green plantains instead of bread, layered with your choice of protein and fresh toppings like coleslaw, melted mozzarella cheese, bacon, pickled onions, and garlic and chipotle sauce.

  • Shredded chicken Patacon

    $18.00

  • Shredded beef Patacon

    $18.00

  • Shredded pork Patacon

    $18.00

AREPAS

A traditional Venezuelan corn cake, grilled until golden and crispy on the outside, then generously filled with your choice of savory ingredients.

  • Arepa Chicharron

    Slow-braised pork belly with savory house seasonings and fresh avocado.
    $14.00

  • Arepa Peluda

    Tender shredded beef and Venezuelan queso de mano (fresh, soft white cheese).
    $14.00

  • Arepa Catira

    Shredded chicken and shredded Gouda cheese, a delicious Venezuelan classic.
    $14.00

  • Arepa Carne Asada

    Juicy grilled steak, fresh avocado, and Venezuelan queso de mano (fresh, soft white cheese).
    $14.00

  • Arepa Reina Pepiada

    Creamy blend of shredded chicken, ripe avocado, and a touch of lime, a classic Venezuelan favorite.
    $14.00

  • Arepa Pabellon

    Shredded beef, black beans, sweet plantains, and shredded salty cheese.
    $14.00

  • Arepa Egg

    Eggs of your choice
    $14.00

BURGERS

  • Beef Burger

    Melted American cheese, tomato, lettuce, crispy bacon, house sauces, served with French fries
    $17.50

  • Chicken Burger

    Crispy chicken breast, lettuce, tomato, bacon, cheese, house sauce, and coleslaw. served with French fries
    $16.90

CACHAPAS

A traditional Venezuelan sweet corn pancake, grilled until golden and served warm with melted queso de mano, shredded cheese, and cream cheese, creating a delicious balance of sweet and savory flavors.

  • Cheese Cachapa (Original way)

    $13.50

  • Chicharron Cachapa

    $19.90

  • Shredded beef Cachapa

    $19.90

RICE BOWLS

  • Atoyado rice

    A Colombian-style mixed rice with tender pork belly, sausage, chicken, and beef, sautéed with sweet corn, peas, and fresh herbs, served with crispy French fries.
    $21.90

  • Coconut Shrimp rice

    Mixed rice with shrimp, sautéed with sweet corn, peas, and fresh herbs, coconut cream and light spice. Served with plantain chips
    $24.90

SOUPS

  • Beef Sancocho

    Traditional beef rib broth with cassava, potato, and corn on the cob. Served with rice and toston
    $19.50

KIDS MENU

  • Nuggets and Fries

    $10.50

  • Hot dogs and Fries

    $9.50

  • Rice, Egg, and sweet plantain

    $10.50

DESSERTS

  • Caramel Flan

    $8.00

  • Tres Leches

    A moist and creamy sponge cake soaked in three kinds of milk, topped with our homemade Italian meringue.
    $9.00

EXTRAS

  • Extra Sauce

    $2.00

  • Sauteed Chicken

    $6.50

  • Blood Sausage

    $6.00

  • Pork Belly / Chicharron 200g

    $9.00

  • Colombian Sausage

    $6.50

  • Crispy Bacon

    $2.50

  • Sliced Avocado

    $3.50

  • House Salad

    $3.50

  • Plain Arepa

    $2.75

  • White Rice

    $3.00

  • Coconut Rice

    $4.50

  • Black Beans

    $3.50

  • Colombian Potatoes

    $5.50

  • Coleslaw

    $3.90

  • Eggs

    $4.00

  • French Fries

    $3.90

  • Guacamole side

    $8.00

  • Guacamole with Plantain Chips

    $12.00

  • Calentado

    $7.00

  • Red Beans

    $5.00

  • 1/2 Venezuelan Queso de Mano

    $6.00

  • Limes

    $0.25

  • Mini Arepas

    $2.50

  • Tostones (Smashed fried plantain)

    $4.25

  • Pico de Gallo

    $3.50

  • Plantain Chips

    $4.50

  • 1/4 Venezuelan Queso de Mano

    $4.25

  • White Shredded Cheese

    $1.50

  • Yellow Shredded Cheese

    $3.25

  • Fresh Cream / Nata

    $1.50

  • Sweet Plantain

    $4.50

  • Cheese Arepa

    $2.75

  • Fried Cassava

    $4.50
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Plantain Chips

$4.50
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Orinoco restaurant Location and Ordering Hours

(337) 240-8856
4723 Common Street, Lake Charles, LA 70607
Closed • Opens Friday at 10AM
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