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KALALOU SIGNATURE

French Caribbean · Latin · African Culinary Harmony

By Chef Mario Peters

A critical synthesis of diasporic technique and terroir that threads French Caribbean, Latin, and West African lineages through exacting craft, disciplined seasoning, and calibrated texture.

First Impressions & Small Plates

An inquiry into acid-fat-salt balance, precise fry technique, and fermented brightness.

Akra Fritters

Malanga fritters with a crisp shell and tender crumb, house pikliz

$9

Empanadas / Pâté Chaude

Flaky pastry filled with curried goat, smoked herring, or beef

$16

Shrimp Cocktail

Chilled Gulf shrimp, house remoulade, citrus zest

$16

Buffalo Wings

Crisp wings, house buffalo sauce, buttermilk dip

$16

Sugar Kann Wings

Cane sugar glaze, chili reduction, pickled mango chutney

$16

Jerk Chicken Wings

Grilled wings, Jamaican jerk marinade, cooling yogurt dip

$16

Griyo

Haitian pork shoulder, slow braise and hot-pan finish, pikliz, avocado purée

$22

Creole Crab Cakes

Blue crab and crawfish, corn maque choux, chorizo, microgreens

$22

Burrata

Creamy burrata, heirloom tomato confit, basil oil, aged balsamic

$22

Gourmet Burgers

Method: 8 oz Black Angus on brioche with house fries.

Classic American Burger

Angus patty, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, secret house sauce

$18

French Bistro Burger

Angus patty, brie, caramelized onions, lettuce, tomato, Dijon

$22

Italian Caprese Burger

Angus patty, fresh mozzarella, basil, arugula, tomato, balsamic glaze

$22

Soups & Garden Offerings

Broths and field greens composed for contrast, refreshment, and lift.

Signature Salad

Mesclun, heirloom tomatoes, avocado, passion fruit vinaigrette

$16

Island Conch Chowder

Coconut broth, tender conch, bacon, potato

$16

Roasted Beet Salad

Ruby beets, blue cheese, candied walnuts, strawberry, citrus glaze

$16

Caesar Salad

Romaine hearts, parmesan frico, garlic croutons, classic emulsion

$16

Pasta & Heritage Grains

Mediterranean technique meets West African grains in layered aromatics.

DjonDjon Black Rice

Mushroom-infused rice with earthy depth

$9

Jollof Rice

Tomato-pepper base, warm spice, scallion finish

$9

Steamed Jasmine Rice

Fluffy polished grains

$9

Bayou Pasta

Chicken, shrimp, andouille, coconut cream, Penne

$35

Lobster Linguini

Butter-poached lobster, garlic cream sauce, linguini

$55

Prime Cuts & Steaks

Classical butchery with controlled Maillard reactions for measured succulence.

Filet Mignon (9 oz)

USDA Prime tenderloin, red wine demi-glace

$55

Dry-Aged New York Strip (14 oz)

USDA Prime strip steak, herb compound butter

$65

Tomahawk Ribeye (42 oz)

Bone-in ribeye seared tableside; seasonal vegetables

$135

Sea & Land Centerpieces

Long braises, aromatic curries, and seared seafood structured for balance and length.

Half Chicken De La Maison

Herb-brined roast, black rice, seasonal vegetables

$40

Salmon Almondine

Pan-seared salmon, beurre noisette, toasted almonds, asparagus

$45

Brazilian Creole Seafood Stew

Snapper, shrimp, mussels, crab, Creole tomato broth, bread service

$45

Curry Goat

Fragrant curry, tender goat, rice, fried breadfruit

$45

Braised Oxtails

Slow braise, root vegetables, sweet plantains

$45

Conch Creole

Tender conch simmered in a rich Creole tomato-pepper sauce, served with rice

$55

Signature Feasts

Platters engineered for convivial service and shared exploration.

Lomo Saltado

Peruvian Prime cut steak stir-fry, peppers, onions, crispy potatoes

$55

Whole Red Snapper (2–3 lbs)

Crispy whole fish, coconut rice, sweet plantains

$65

Black Rice Paella (For Two)

DjonDJon rice, saffron, shrimp, mussels, octopus

$65

Vegetable Stew

Chayote, pumpkin, carrots, tomato, black-eyed peas, Brussels sprout, sweet potatoes, onion, velouté with rice

$25 for one person and $40 for 2

Accompaniments & Sides

A collection of our delicious sides to complement your meal.

Fried Plantains (Sweet or Green)

$9

Roasted Yucca

$9

Broccolini

$9

Okra & Tomatoes

$9

Garlic Mashed Potato

$9

Seasonal Vegetables

$9

Desserts

A closing sequence that emphasizes textural contrast and aromatic lift.

Classic Crème Brûlée

Glassy sugar crust, seasonal berries

$12

Rum Barbancourt Cake

Hibiscus-berry coulis

$12

Panamanian Dulce de Leche Cheesecake

Grilled pineapple

$12

Molten Chocolate Cake

Warm molten center

$12