Habana Blues Tapas Restaurant Menu (Update 2025)

Welcome to Habana Blues Tapas Restaurant, where the vibrant flavors of Spanish and Cuban cuisine come alive in a charming space at 320 Pearl St, New Albany, IN. The menu is a delightful journey through tapas and salads, perfect for sharing and savoring. Start with signature dishes like the Ceviche del Dia or Guacamole con Chicharritas, each crafted with fresh ingredients to create a memorable flavor explosion.

Don't miss the Frijoles Negros Sopa, a comforting black bean stew, or the refreshing Habana Blues Salad, topped with succulent mandarin oranges. For a heartier bite, explore the Entremes de Jamon y Queso, a tantalizing combination of Spanish meats and cheeses. Suitable for groups or romantic dates, Habana Blues invites you to indulge your taste buds while enjoying live music and a lively atmosphere. Whether dining in or taking out, this restaurant offers a delicious escape into Cuban culture.

Dinner Ensaladas y Sopas

Habana Blues Salad

Spring mix, roasted red peppers, black olives, mandarin oranges, cucumber and queso fresco. Served with an orange thyme vinaigrette. House favorite.

$6.00

Caesar Salad

Romaine hearts, creamy Caesar dressing, manchego cheese and yuca croutons.

$6.00

Ensalada Cubana

Spring mix, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions and avocado. Served with red wine vinegar and olive oil.

$6.00

Caprese Salad

Tomatoes, fresh mozzarella cheese and fresh basil with a drizzle of olive oil and balsamic vinegar reduction.

$6.00

Ensalada de Palmito

Spring mix, Roma tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, hearts of palm and queso fresco. Served with olive oil and red wine vinegar.

$6.00

Ensalada Tropical

Spring mix, romaine hearts, tropical fruits, walnuts, red onions served with a honey-sherry vinegar-Dijon vinaigrette.

$6.00

Frijoles Negros Sopa

Black bean stew with onions, bell peppers and garlic. 100% vegetarian. Topped with sour cream and red onions.

$4.00

Caldo Gallego Sopa

Galician stew. White beans, ham, pork, Spanish sausage, peppers and garlic. Garnished with parsley oil.

$4.50

Chef's Salad

Bibb lettuce, cherry tomatoes, strawberries, red onions and feta cheese. Topped with a honey-sherry vinegar-Dijon vinaigrette. House favorite.

$7.00

Aceitunas Marinadas

House marinated olives. Vegetarian.

$7.99

Ceviche del Dia

Ceviche of the day. Shrimp or ahi tuna served with plantain chips. House favorite.

$14.99

Guacamole con Chicharritas

Avocados, tomatoes, cilantro, jalapenos, lime juice and red onions made fresh and served with plantain chips. House favorite.

$12.99

Sesame Tuna

Sushi grade tuna crusted with sesame seeds seared and served on top of a mango-ginger-lime salsa with soy sauce and wasabi.

$12.99

Tuna Tartare

Sushi grade tuna tossed with sesame oil, creme fresh, Dijon mustard and sesame seeds, served with avocados and garnished with a plantain chip.

$13.99

Trio de Hummus

Black pepper hummus, roasted red pepper hummus and garbanzo bean hummus. Served with pita bread. House favorite.

$8.99

Piquillo Peppers

Spanish roasted sweet peppers stuffed with goat cheese and topped with our signature smoked honey.

$7.99

Entremes de Jamon y Queso

Serrano ham, Spanish chorizo, manchego cheese, Spanish bleu cheese, fig jam, roasted almonds and olives.

$11.99

Dinner Tapas Fritas

Tapas Acompanantes

White Rice

$2.50

Congris

$3.50

Spanish Yellow Rice

$3.50

Risotto Rice

$3.50

Mashed Potatoes

$3.00

Skillet Potato

$4.00

French Fries

$3.00

Yuca Frita

$3.00

Tostones

$4.00

Maduros

$4.00

Vegetales Salteados

$4.00

Asparagus

$4.00

Queso Fundido

Melted Spanish cheese topped with parsley and crispy chorizo. Served with bread. House favorite.

$6.99

Tostones Rellenos

3 plantain cups stuffed with ground beef, chicken ropa vieja and ceviche of the day. Topped with grated Parmesan cheese.

$11.99

Boniato Frito

Sweet potato fries served with smoked honey. Vegetarian.

$6.99

Champinones al Ajillo

Cremini mushrooms sauteed in olive oil with red pepper flakes, garlic and lemon juice. Served with bread. Vegetarian.

$10.99

Croquetas de Jamon con Pollo

Homemade ham and chicken croquettes fried and served with salsa Antillana. House favorite.

$8.99

Datiles Rellenos

Goat cheese, honey and chorizo stuffed dates wrapped in bacon and served with a drizzle of smoked honey.

$8.99

Empanadas

2 fried flaky pastries stuffed with choice of chicken ropa vieja, Cuban style ground beef or vegetables. Served with roasted pepper sour cream. Vegetarian.

$6.99

Patatas Bravas

Fried new potatoes tossed in a spicy sofrito sauce and topped with garlic aioli. Vegetarian.

$7.99

Papas Rellenas

Mashed potato balls stuffed with ground beef and served with roasted pepper sour cream.

$7.25

Coca de Cerdo

Flat bread, grilled pork loin, Parmesan cheese, pineapple, red onion salsa, feta cheese and cilantro.

$13.99

Coca de Falda

Flat bread, grilled flank steak, Parmesan cheese, chimichurri salsa, feta cheese and jalapeno.

$14.99

Albondigas

Spanish style meatballs cooked on a Creole tomato and red wine sauce. Served with bread.

$8.99

Gambas al Ajillo

Plump shrimp sauteed with garlic, red pepper flakes, lemon juice and olive oil. House favorite.

$12.99

Tamal de Mariscos

Cuban style tamale topped with crayfish and shrimp cooked in a creole tomato and red wine sauce.

$11.99

Calamares Fritos

Breaded and deep fried calamari served with sweet chili sauce and avocado lime aioli.

$13.99

Mejillones al Sofrito

Blue mussels sauteed on a Creole tomato and red wine sauce, topped with fresh cilantro and served with bread.

$13.99

Croqueta de Cangrejo

Spanish version of crab cake topped with avocado lime aioli.

$9.99

4 oz. Jarrete de Cerdo

White wine braised pork shanks served over mashed potatoes.

$13.99

8 oz. Jarrete de Cerdo Entree

White wine braised pork shanks served over mashed potatoes.

$19.99

8 oz. Ropa Vieja de Pollo Entree

Shredded chicken slowly cooked on a Creole tomato and red wine sauce served with sweet plantains, white rice and black beans. House favorite.

$18.99

8 oz. Ropa Vieja de Carne Entree

Shredded beef slowly cooked in a Creole tomato and red wine sauce served on top of Cuban skillet sweet potatoes. House favorite.

$19.99

8 oz. Solomillo al Cabrales Entree

Grilled beef tenderloin served over mashed potatoes, topped with Spanish bleu cheese and finished with port wine reduction. House favorite.

$20.25

8 oz. Bistec Chimichurri Entree

Grilled skirt steak served with sweet potato fries, chimichurri sauce and smoked honey. House favorite.

$19.99

4 oz. Costillas al Vino

Rosemary and Rioja wine braised short ribs served on top of mashed potatoes.

$13.99

8 oz. Costillas al Vino Entree

Rosemary and Rioja wine braised short ribs served on top of mashed potatoes.

$20.99

4 oz. Cherna a la Parrilla

Cilantro and parsley marinated grouper served on top of risotto rice and topped with fresh pineapple salsa.

$11.99

8 oz. Croqueta de Cangrejo Entree

Spanish version of crab cake topped with avocado lime aioli.

$19.99

8 oz. Pescado a la Plancha Entree

Grilled mahi-mahi served on top of mashed potatoes and grilled asparagus and topped with a fresh mango salsa.

$20.99

8 oz. Tuna a la Plancha Entree

Grilled ahi tuna served on top of Spanish vegetables, yellow rice and grilled asparagus and topped with fresh red grapes and caper salsa.

$19.99

8 oz. Salmon a la Plancha Entree

Grilled salmon garnished with fresh mango salsa and served on top of Cuban skillet sweet potatoes.

$19.99

Dinner Tapas Calientes

Dinner Tapas Samplers

Tapeo Criollo Sampler

1 papa rellena, 1 chicken empanada, 1 toston filled with ceviche of the day and croqueta jamon con pollo. Served with salsa Antillana, roasted pepper, sour cream and smoked honey. House favorite.

$15.99

Tapeo Marino Sampler

Calamari, gambas al ajillo and ceviche of the day over a toston. Served with sweet chili sauce. House favorite.

$18.99

Pork Tacos

Fried, marinated and very tender pork morsels with tomatoes, onions, shredded lettuce, cilantro, avocado spread, sour cream and jalapenos.

$14.99

Grilled Mahi Mahi Tacos

Dressed with shredded lettuce, avocado spread and sour cream topped with fresh mango salsa and jalapenos.

$17.99

Grouper Tacos

Choice of seasoned breaded fried or grilled, dressed with shredded lettuce, avocado spread and sour cream and topped with fresh pineapple salsa and jalapenos.

$14.99

Dinner Habana Blues Tacos

Dinner Platos

Seafood Rigatoni Plato

Shrimp, mussels cooked in a sofrito sauce and tossed with rigatoni, served with bread and finished with manchego cheese. 1/2 salad or cup of soup.

$22.99

Gambas al Ajillo Plato

Plump shrimp sauteed with garlic, red pepper flakes, lemon juice and olive oil. House favorite.

$21.99

8 oz. Cherna a la Parrilla Plato

Grilled grouper and basted with mojo sauce, topped with fresh pineapple sauce.

$19.99

8 oz. Pescado a la Plancha Plato

Grilled mahi-mahi and basted with mojo sauce, topped with fresh mango sauce.

$23.99

8 oz. Tuna a la Plancha Plato

Grilled Ahi tuna and basted with mojo sauce, topped with fresh red grapes and caper salsa.

$23.99

8 oz. Salmon a la Plancha Plato

Grilled salmon and basted with mojo sauce, garnished with mango salsa.

$23.99

8 oz. Champinones al Ajillo Plato

Cremini mushrooms sauteed in olive oil with red pepper flakes, garlic and lemon juice. Served with bread. Vegetarian.

$19.99

8 oz. Ropa Vieja de Pollo Plato

Shredded chicken slowly cooked on a creole tomato and red wine sauce. House favorite.

$19.99

8 Oz. Bistee De Pollo

Marinated chicken, topped with grilled onions.

$19.99

8oz. Ropa Vieja De Carne

Shredded beef slowly cooked on a creole tomato and red wine sauce.

$20.99

8 oz. Solomillo al Cabrales Plato

Grilled beef tenderloin, topped with a Spanish blue cheese and finished with a port wine reduction.

$23.99

8 oz. Bistec Chimichurri Plato

Grilled skirt steak served with chimichurri sauce.

$23.99

8 oz. Bistec Uruguayo Plato

Palomilla steak stuffed with ham and Swiss cheese, breaded and fried. Served with mushroom, red wine and butter sauce.

$19.99

8 oz. Bistec Palomilla Plato

Marinated, thinly sliced top sirloin and topped with grilled onions.

$23.99

8 oz. Albondigas Plato

Spanish style meatballs cooked on a creole tomato and red wine sauce.

$19.99

Lechon Asado Plato

Roasted pork marinated crispy with green bell pepper, red bell pepper and topped with Cuban mojo.

$19.99

12 oz. Chuleta de Cerdo Plato

Porkchop grilled to perfection. Served with mushroom, red wine and butter sauce.

$22.99

Croqueta de Cangrejo Plato

Spanish version of crab cake topped with avocado lime aioli.

$19.99

Pincho de Gambas

Shrimp skewer grilled and basted with mojo sauce and served with garlic aioli.

$21.99

Pincho Moruno

Pork loin skewer grilled to perfection and served with mushroom, red wine and butter sauce.

$19.99

Pincho de Pollo

Chicken skewer grilled and basted with mojo sauce and served with a honey mustard sweet chili sauce.

$19.99

Pincho de Mariscos

Skewer of shrimp and mahi-mahi grilled and basted with mojo sauce and served with garlic aioli.

$23.99

Pincho de Vegetales

Skewer of yellow squash, zucchini, bell peppers, red onions and cremini mushrooms grilled and basted with mojo sauce and served with sweet chili mayonnaise. Vegetarian.

$18.99

Pincho de Res

Skewer of beef tenderloin and caramelized shallots served on top of a mushroom demi-glace.

$23.99

Pincho de Gambas Plato

Shrimp skewer grilled and basted with mojo sauce and served with garlic aioli.

$18.99

Pincho Moruno Plato

Pork loin skewer grilled to perfection and served with romesco sauce.

$18.99

Pincho de Pollo Plato

Chicken skewer grilled and basted with mojo sauce and served with a honey mustard sweet chili sauce.

$19.99

Pincho de Vegetales Plato

Skewer of yellow squash, zucchini, bell peppers, red onions and cremini mushrooms grilled and basted with mojo sauce and served with sweet chili mayonnaise. Vegetarian.

$17.99

Pincho de Res Plato

Skewer of beef tenderloin and caramelized shallots served on top of a mushroom demi-glace.

$20.99

Pincho de Mariscos Plato

Skewer of shrimp and mahi-mahi grilled and basted with mojo sauce and served with garlic aioli.

$20.99

Dinner Pinchos

Dinner Bocaditos

De Pescado Sandwich

Cilantro, garlic and parsley oil marinated and grilled grouper topped with a sweet chili aioli, spring mix, tomatoes and caramelized onions.

$14.99

De Pollo Sandwich

Grilled marinated chicken breast topped with spring mix, tomatoes and caramelized onions.

$13.99

Elena Ruth Sandwich

Roasted turkey, strawberry jam, cream cheese and Swiss cheese pressed on Cuban bread. House favorite.

$14.99

Habana Blues Frita Sandwich

Black Angus ground beef, Spanish chorizo, Swiss cheese, shoe string fries, spring mix, tomatoes and caramelized onions. House favorite.

$15.99

Cubano Sandwich

Roasted pork, ham, Swiss cheese, pickles and mustard pressed on Cuban bread. House favorite.

$14.99

Sandwich De Vegetales

Grilled zucchini, yellow squash, roasted red peppers and caramelized onions topped with sweet chili aioli and pressed on Cuban bread. Vegetarian.

$14.99

Frita de Mariscos Sandwich

Seafood burger made of crab meat, grouper and shrimp dressed with spring mix, tomatoes, caramelized onions and avocado lime aioli.

$13.99

Pan con Embutidos Sandwich

Spanish chorizo, Serrano ham, bacon and manchego cheese pressed on Cuban bread. House favorite.

$15.99

Milanesa de Pollo Sandwich

Marinated, breaded and fried chicken breast topped with sofrito ham and Swiss cheese and dressed with spring mix, tomatoes and caramelized onions. House favorite.

$15.99

Derby Burger

Black Angus ground beef, Spanish chorizo, Swiss cheese, shoe string fries, spring mix, tomatoes, caramelized onions, fried farmer's market brown egg and salsa Antillana.

$15.99

Steak Tuna Sandwich

Steak tuna dressed with spring mix, tomatoes, caramelized onions and avocado lime aioli.

$16.99

Pan con Lechon

Roasted pork served on Cuban bread with red bell peppers, onions, and our house mojo.

$15.99

Pan con Bistec

Grilled 6 oz. beef tenderloin on Cuban bread topped with grilled onions, red peppers, lettuce and tomatoes.

$1.99

Arroz con Pollo

Traditional Spanish dish with chorizo, saffron rice, chicken, bell peppers, onions, peas and olives. House favorite.

$32.99

Paella Valenciana

Traditional Spanish dish with saffron rice, chorizo, chicken and mixed seafood. House favorite.

$39.99

Paella de Vegetales

Saffron rice, zucchini, yellow squash, bell peppers, onions, olives, mushrooms and asparagus. Vegetarian.

$29.99

Zarzuela de Mariscos

A seafood stew with lobster, squid, shrimp, mahi-mahi, mussels and scallops in a saffron tomato sauce. Allow 20-25 minutes to cook. House favorite.

$34.99

Dinner Paellas y Cazuelas

Pasters

Chocolate Tres Leches

Chocolate cake soaked in condensed milk, evaporated milk and heavy cream. House favorite.

$5.25

Churros con Chocolate

Spanish donuts served with chocolate ganache. House favorite.

$4.99

Flan de Vanilla

Traditional Spanish vanilla custard. House favorite.

$5.25

Habana Blues Flan de Coco

Coconut flavored traditional Spanish custard.

$5.25

Empanada de Guayaba

A flaky pastry stuffed with guava and cream cheese and vanilla ice cream.

$5.25

Pudin de Banana

Banana Cuban bread pudding with chocolate ganache and vanilla ice cream.

$6.00

Soft Drink

$2.75

Iced Tea

$2.75

House Coffee

$2.50

Cafe Cubano

$3.00

Cafe con Leche

$4.50

Cortadito

$3.00

Bebidas

Breakfast Menu

Huevos Habaneros

Cuban ropa vieja (shredded beef) fried plantains, fried eggs, queso fresco and cilantro.

$12.99

Estrella de Champinones

Grilled bread, bacon, mushrooms, scrambled eggs and feta cheese.

$12.99

Patatas con Huevos

Crispy potatoes, spicy tomato sauce, garlic aioli, fried eggs, manchego cheese and fried parsley.

$11.99

Steak and Eggs

Grilled beef tenderloin over 2 large eggs, adorned with Spanish blue cheese and finished with a port wine reduction. Choice of cup of fresh fruit or skillet potatoes.

$16.99

Chicken Chorizo Breakfast

Breaded chicken breast topped with chorizo, Swiss cheese, sofrito sauce and fried eggs.

$13.99

Desayuno Cubano

2 fried or scrambled eggs, skillet potatoes, grilled Spanish chorizo and white or wheat toast.

$11.99

Pan con Huevo y Chorizo

2 fried eggs over medium served on artisan bread with grilled Spanish chorizo, fig jam, spring mix and topped with avocado-lime aioli with a side of skillet potatoes and a cup of fruit.

$13.99

Tortilla Espanola

Cheese and potatoes Spanish omelet, served with sofrito sauce with a cup of fresh fruit.

$9.00

1/2 Cuban Sandwich Lunch

Roasted pork, ham, Swiss cheese, pickles and mustard pressed on Cuban bread.

$12.99

1/2 Pan con Embutidos Sandwich Lunch

Spanish chorizo, Serrano ham, bacon and manchego cheese pressed on Cuban bread.

$12.99

1/2 Elena Ruth Sandwich Lunch

Roasted turkey, strawberry jam, cream cheese and Swiss cheese pressed on Cuban bread.

$12.99

1/2 Sandwich de Vegetales Lunch

Grilled zucchini, yellow squash, roasted red peppers and caramelized onions topped with sweet chili aioli and pressed on Cuban bread.

$12.99

Habana Blues Slider Lunch

Black Angus ground beef, Spanish chorizo, Swiss cheese, shoe string fries, spring mix, tomatoes and caramelized onions.

$12.99

Grilled Chicken Slider Lunch

Grilled marinated chicken breast topped with spring mix, tomatoes and caramelized onions.

$12.99

Grilled Grouper Slider Lunch

Cilantro and parsley marinated grilled grouper topped with a sweet chili aioli, spring mix, tomatoes and caramelized onions.

$12.99

Ropa Vieja de Pollo Slider Lunch

Shredded chicken slowly cooked on a creole tomato and red wine sauce.

$12.99

Ropa Vieja de Carne Slider Lunch

Shredded beef slowly cooked on a creole tomato and red wine sauce.

$12.99

Empanada Lunch

Fried flaky pastry stuffed with your choice of chicken ropa vieja, Cuban style ground beef or vegetables.

$12.99

Chicken Salad Sandwich Lunch

Chicken salad on white or wheat toast.

$12.99

Tuna Salad Sandwich Lunch

Tuna salad on white or wheat toast.

$12.99

Pan con Huevo y Chorizo Lunch

2 fried eggs over medium served on artisan bread with grilled Spanish chorizo, fig jam, spring mix and topped with avocado-lime aioli.

$10.99

Lunch Tres en Uno

Dinner Habana Blues Signature Dish

Habana Blues Beef Wellington

6 oz. beef tenderloin cooked wrapped in puff pastry and seasoned with red wine, mushrooms, garlic butter and thyme, served over mashed potatoes and finished with a mushroom red wine butter sauce and parsley oil. House favorite.

$22.99

Aceltunas Marinadas Lunch Tapas

House marinated olives. Vegetarian.

$5.99

Guacamole con Chicharrltas Lunch Tapas

Avocados, tomatoes, cilantro, jalapenos, lime juice and red onions made fresh and served with plantain chips. House favorite.

$8.25

Entremes de Jamon y Queso Lunch Tapas

Serrano ham, Spanish chorizo, manchego cheese, Spanish bleu cheese, fig jam, roasted almonds and olives.

$10.25

Sesame Tuna Lunch Tapas

Sushi grade tuna crusted with sesame seeds and served on top of a mango-ginger-lime salsa with soy sauce and wasabi.

$8.25

Tuna Tartare Lunch Tapas

Sushi grade tuna tossed with sesame oil, creme fresh, Dijon mustard and sesame seeds, served with avocados and garnished with a plantain chip.

$9.99

Trio de Hummus Lunch Tapas

Black pepper hummus, roasted red pepper hummus and garbanzo bean hummus. Served with pita bread. House favorite.

$6.25

Piqullo Peppers Lunch Tapas

Spanish roasted sweet peppers stuffed with goat cheese and topped with signature smoked honey.

$5.99

Lunch Cold Tapas

Lunch Tapas Samplers

Tapeo Criollo Lunch Tapas Sampler

1 papa rellena, 1 chicken empanada, 1 toston filled with ceviche of the day and croqueta jamon con pollo. Served with salsa Antillana, roasted pepper sour cream and smoked honey. House favorite.

$12.99

Tapeo Marino Lunch Tapas Sampler

Calamari, gambas al ajillo and ceviche of the day over a toston. Served with sweet chili sauce. House favorite.

$14.99

4 oz. Champinones al Ajillo

Cremini mushrooms sauteed in olive oil with red pepper flakes, garlic and lemon juice. Served with bread. Vegetarian.

$6.99

Lunch Hot Tapas

Lunch Habana Blues Sandwiches

Pan con Lechon Sandwich

Roasted pork served on Cuban bread with red bell peppers, onions and house mojo.

$11.50

Pan con Bistec Sandwich

Grilled 6 oz. beef tenderloin on Cuban bread topped with grilled onions, red peppers, lettuce and tomatoes.

$12.25