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    Chela

    408 5th Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11215


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    Featured Items

    • Chicken Tacos (GF, DF)

      Rotisserie chicken, Mexican jerk seasoning, onion, cilantro, salsa verde, housemade corn tortillas. Entree size is three tacos plus rice & beans.
      $5.00+
    • Nachos (GF, V)

      Corn tortilla chips, cheese, jalapenos, refried beans. pico de gallo, queso fresco and crema.
      $14.00
    • Fish Taco (NEW*)

      Chipotle marinated branzino, either grilled or fried, mango pico de gallo, horseradish coleslaw, chile de arbol aioli, flour tortilla. Entree portion is three tacos plus rice & beans.
      $7.00+

    Drinks

    Cocktails

    • Chela's Margarita Clasica

      Frozen or Rocks. Chela's original housemade recipe, voted Best in Brooklyn four years in a row. ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled.***
      $14.00+
    • Mezcal Margarita

      Mezcal, lime, naranja liquor (agave and orange). 1 serving or 1 quart (6 servings)***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $15.00+
    • Red Sangria

      Hibiscus, Vodka, Tempranillo blend. ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $14.00+
    • CYP Jalepeno Margarita

      $15.00+
    • CYP Chipotle Margarita

      ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $15.00+
    • CYP Habanero Margarita

      ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $15.00+
    • Chela Clear Margarita

      Blanco Tequila, clarified citrus juice, Cointreau. The smoothest, easiest drinking margarita we've ever made. ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $15.00
    • Paloma

      Grapefruit infused tequila, grapefruit, lemon, acid balanced tajin. ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $15.00+
    • Jalapeño Hibiscus Margarita

      Jalapeno infused tequila, lime juice, hibiscus syrup, burlesque bitters, chamoy tajin rim. ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $17.00

    Alcohol

    Cocktails

    • Chela's Margarita Clasica

      Frozen or Rocks. Chela's original housemade recipe, voted Best in Brooklyn four years in a row. ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled.***
      $14.00+
    • Skinny Margarita

      $17.00
    • CYP Jalepeno

      ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $15.00+
    • CYP Chipotle Margarita

      ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $15.00+
    • CYP Habanero Margarita

      ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $15.00+
    • Chela Clear Margarita

      Blanco Tequila, clarified citrus juice, Cointreau. The smoothest, easiest drinking margarita we've ever made. ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $15.00
    • Mezcal Margarita

      Mezcal, lime, naranja liquor (agave and orange). 1 serving or 1 quart (6 servings)***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $15.00+
    • Paloma

      Grapefruit infused tequila, grapefruit, lemon, acid balanced tajin. ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $15.00+
    • Mojito Traditional

      Hendricks gin, pineapple shrub, lemon, tarragon. ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $14.00
    • Red Sangria

      Hibiscus, Vodka, Tempranillo blend. ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $14.00+
    • Jalapeño Hibiscus Margarita

      Jalapeno infused tequila, lime juice, hibiscus syrup, burlesque bitters, chamoy tajin rim. ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $17.00
    • Espresso Martini

      Vodka, cynar, homemade coffee cordial, saline drops, orange expression.***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $15.00
    • Dark Roast

      $17.00
    • Light Roast

      $17.00
    • Strawberry Spritz

      Champagne, Strawberry, Aperol. ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $14.00
    • Bloody Maria

      ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $15.00
    • Mango Con Chile

      Aldez Reposado Tequila, Mango, Orange liquor, Citrus, Grapefruit bitters, homemade Valentina. ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $16.00
    • Bloody Mary

      ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $15.00
    • El Chisme

      $16.00

    Beer

    • Corona Light

      ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $8.00
    • modelo especial

      ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $8.00
    • Tecate

      ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $7.00
    • Lagunitas iPA

      ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $8.00
    • Corona

      ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $8.00
    • Pacifico

      ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $8.00
    • Negra Modelo

      ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $8.00

    Classic Cocktails

    • Moscow Mule

      ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $15.00
    • Long Island Iced Tea

      ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $17.00
    • Vodka Martini

      ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $15.00
    • Old Fashioned

      ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $17.00
    • Gin Negroni

      ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $13.00
    • Tequila Negroni

      ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $13.00
    • Mezcal Negroni

      ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $14.00
    • Gin Martini

      ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $15.00
    • Vodka Mojito

      ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $13.00
    • Boulevardier

      ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $14.00
    • Cosmo

      ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $15.00
    • Espresso Martini

      ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $15.00
    • Aperol Spritz

      ***In order to purchase alcohol, you must be 21 and older and a food order must be placed to uphold liquor license regulations. Orders without food will be cancelled***
      $12.00

    Appetizers

    • Corn on the cob (GF, V)

      One cob, charcoal grilled, cut in half. Chile manzano aioli, queso cotija, Chile powder.
      $9.00
    • Crispy Calamari (DF)

      corn meal crusted, crispy pickled jalapeños, chipotle aioli
      $21.00
    • Guacamole Traditional (GF, Vegan)

      Mild, medium or spicy. Avocado, tomato, onion, cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, serrano pepper if medium or spicy (GF, Vegan)
      $16.00
    • Market Salad (GF, V)

      Baby arugula, pumpkin seeds, cherry tomatoes, onions, mango, jicama, radish, toasted corn, guajillo roasted garlic vinaigrette. Add protein for an extra charge. (GF, V)
      $14.00
    • Nachos (GF, V)

      Corn tortilla chips, cheese, jalapenos, refried beans. pico de gallo, queso fresco and crema.
      $14.00
    • Quesadilla (GF, V)

      Handmade corn tortillas, cabbage, Chihuahua cheese. Sd Molcajete sauce
      $16.00
    • Tlacoyos de Chorizo (GF)

      Oval shaped masa filled with refried beans, Mexican chorizo , crema, queso fresco, slaw, salsa molcajete. (GF. Dairy free on request)
      $18.00
    • Tamales de Rajas (GF, V)

      Guajillo salsa, queso fresco, crema, nopales cactus salad, epazote (GF/V. Can be vegan on request.)
      $16.00
    • Gorditas de Hongos (GF, V)

      Thick corn cakes stuffed with crispy wild mushroom, chipotle cream, queso fresco, pickled red onions (GF/V. Vegan on request.)
      $16.00
    • Chilaquiles Rellenos (GF, V+)

      Chihuahua cheese stuffed chilaquiles, tomatillo jalapeño cream salsa, crema, queso fresco, onions, cilantro (GF/V)
      $20.00
    • Tamarind Wings

      Tamarind Chile de arbol glaze, horse radish cumin aioli, crispy pickled jalapenos, sesame seeds and scallions
      $17.00+
    • Tuna Tostada

      Sushi-grade tuna with jicama, avocado salsa, cilantro, ponzu, black sesame seeds, and horseradish aioli.
      $25.00

    Burritos & Burrito Bowls

    Burritos and Burrito Bowls

    This is a new and improved version of our burritos. Everything is made in house. Mexican vegetable rice, refried beans, pico, pickled habanero aioli. Comes with rajas. radishes, and avocado salsa. Dairy Free outside of the carnitas. Gluten Free when selecting the bowl version with rice. The Milanese is not a gluten free filling. All other fillings are gluten free.
    • Burritos and Bowls *NEW

      This is a new and improved version of our burritos. Everything is made in house. Mexican vegetable rice, refried beans, pico, pickled habanero aioli. Comes with rajas. radishes, and avocado salsa. Dairy Free outside of the carnitas. Gluten Free when selecting the bowl version with rice. The Milanese is not a gluten free filling. All other fillings are gluten free.
      $16.00

    Tortas

    Telera bread, Oaxaca cheese, refried beans, lettuce, mezcal flambed scallions, salsa verde. Price is determined by your protein. We think it's perfect as is, but add guac if you want.Comes with a side of rajas, radishes and avocado crema. (We can leave off the cheese to make the dish vegan. The avocado crema has no dairy)
    • Tortas

      $16.00

    Tacos

    • Chicken Tacos (GF, DF)

      Rotisserie chicken, Mexican jerk seasoning, onion, cilantro, salsa verde, housemade corn tortillas. Entree size is three tacos plus rice & beans.
      $5.00+
    • Tacos Arabes (DF)

      Caramelized pork shoulder, sweet maple chipotle, onions, zaatar pita. Entree size is two tacos (larger than our regular ones) plus rice & beans.
      $8.00+
    • Fish Taco (NEW*)

      Chipotle marinated branzino, either grilled or fried, mango pico de gallo, horseradish coleslaw, chile de arbol aioli, flour tortilla. Entree portion is three tacos plus rice & beans.
      $7.00+
    • Shrimp Tacos (*NEW)

      Choice of fried or grilled. Chipotle marinated shrimp, mango pico de gallo, horseradish coleslaw, chile de arbol aioli, housemade corn tortillas. Entree size is three tacos plus rice & beans.
      $7.00+
    • Brisket Tacos (*NEW GF/DF)

      Barbacoa style cooked brisket, salsa molcajete , onions, cilantro, handmade corn tortillas (GF/DF) Entree size is 3 tacos, plus rice and beans.
      $6.00+
    • Taco de Birria (DF)

      Slow braised short ribs, dried chilis, corn tortillas, beef consomme, cilantro, radish, pickled onions. Only available as an entree size. (GF/DF)
      $29.00
    • Vegetarian Tacos *NEW! (GF)

      Roasted sweet potatoes, garlic, onions, salsa verde, onions, cilantro, housemade corn tortillas (GF, V+) Entree size is three tacos plus rice & beans.
      $5.00+

    N/A Beverages

    NA Beverages

    • N/A Athetic

      $8.00
    • N/A Cocktails

    • Virgin Drinks

    • Sodas

    • Lemonade

      $4.00
    • Coffee

    • Juices

    • Tamarind Agua Fresca

      $5.00
    • Passion Fruit Agua Fresca

      $5.00
    • Tea

      $3.00
    • Mango Agua Fresca

      $5.00
    • Hibiscus Agua Fresca

      $5.00
    • Fresa Agua Fresca

      $5.00
    • Aqua Pana

      $10.00
    • Saratoga Still Water

      $10.00
    • Saratoga Sparkling Water

      $10.00

    Brunch Entrees

    Brunch Sides

    • Platanitos

      Sweet Plantain, salsa verde, queso fresco
      $9.00
    • Chorizo hash

      Sweet potato, Mexican chorizo
      $8.00
    • Fries (GF, V)

      Crispy shoe-string fries. Chipotle Aioli
      $8.00
    • Rice & Beans

      Tomato Vegetable Rice assorted vegetables, black refried beans,(GF, V+Vegan)
      $5.00
    • Chorizo SIDE

      $8.00
    • Yuca Croquets

      $9.00
    • side eggs

      $3.00

    Dinner Entrees

    Entrees

    • Enchiladas (GF)

      Choose Mole Poblano or Suiza sauce. Choose Mexican jerk chicken or brisket, handmade corn tortillas, crema, onions, cilantro and avocado. Mole contains nuts, sesame, gluten and dairy. Suizas is gluten free. Comes with rice and beans.
      $29.00
    • Chela Ribs

      Baby back ribs, agave chipotle glaze, spicy slaw, yucca croquettes. GF except for the croquettes. Dairy free except the croquettes
      $37.00
    • NY Strip Steak (GF/DF)

      14oz NY strip steak with bone marrow, chimichurri, chile de arbol, handmade corn tortillas and grilled scallions. (GF/DF)
      $45.00
    • Pescado al Pastor

      Al pastor marinated branzino, salsa verde, arugula mango salad, sweet plantains, grilled pineapple. (GF/DF)
      $36.00
    • Barbacoa Mole de Guerrero

      Short rib barbacoa, served with mole rojo de Guerrero, rice and refried beans. Contains nuts.
      $36.00
    • Enchilada Vegetariana

      Corn roasted onions, garlic sweet potato and rajas, rolled with handmade corn tortillas, guajillo tomato salsa, crema, queso fresco and nopales salad, avocado . Can be vegan on request. Comes with rice and beans.( GF/ V )
      $28.00

    Side Dishes

    Sides

    • Rice & Beans

      Tomato Vegetable Rice assorted vegetables, black refried beans,(GF, V+Vegan)
      $5.00
    • Arroz Rojo (Rice) (GF, V)

      Tomato Vegetable Rice, assorted vegetables.
      $4.00
    • Refried Beans (Beans) (GF, V)

      $4.00
    • Platanitos (GF, V)

      Fried sweet plantains, queso fresco, salsa verde. (Ask for no queso fresco to make it vegan)
      $11.00
    • Corn Esquite

      Roasted corn, queso fresco, epazote, citrus aioli, chili powder (GF, V)
      $11.00
    • Fries (GF, V)

      Crispy shoe-string fries. Chipotle Aioli
      $8.00
    • Yuca Croquettes

      Yuca, cheese, chipotle aioli (V)
      $9.00
    • Side Tortillas

      $5.00
    • House Made Chips and Salsa (GF, V)

    • Mango Pico de Gallo

      Fresh mango, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, jalapeños, fresh lime (GF/V+)
      $8.00
    • Mole Poblano y Tortillas

      Just mole, made by Chef Claudia Guzman, and handmade corn tortillas, topped with sesame seed and pumpkin seeds. (contains tree nuts)
      $11.00
    • Mole de Guerrero y Tortillas

      Just mole, Chef Angel's mom's recipe, and handmade corn tortillas, topped with sesame seed and pumpkin seeds (contains tree nuts)
      $11.00
    • Rajas

      Chard poblano pepper strips, white onions
      $8.00
    • Side Chicharron

      $8.00

    Condiments And Hot Sauces

    • Side Queso Fresco

      $0.50
    • Side Avocado

      $5.00
    • Side Cream

      $0.50
    • Side Pickled Jalapeños

      $0.50
    • Side Fresh Jalapenos

      $0.50
    • Side Pico de Gallo

      $0.50
    • Side 2oz Guacamole

      $4.00
    • Side House Salsa

      $0.75
    • Side Salsa Verde

      $0.50
    • Side Chipotle Alioli

      $0.50
    • Side Avocado Salsa

      $0.50
    • Side Molcajete Salsa

      $0.50
    • Side Habanero

      $0.50
    • Side Arbol Aioli

      $0.50
    • Side Habanero Aioli

      $0.50
    • Side Chimichurri

      $1.00
    • Side Horseradish Aioli

      $0.50

    Dessert Menu

    Dessert

    • Flan

      OUT OF STOCK
      $14.00
    • Churros

      $14.00

    Kids Menu

    Kids Food

    • Kids Cheese Flautas

      $10.00
    • Kids Cheese Quesadilla

      Cheese quesadilla served on flour tortillas with fries. Add chicken for an extra fee.
      $12.00
    • Kids Arroz con Pollo

      $14.00
    • Kids Plantains

      $5.00
    • Kids Corn

      $6.00

    Meals for 2 or More

    Taco Party

    • Taco Party

      Fresh made guacamole, housemade chips and salsa, 3 tacos per person, vegetable rice and beans.
      $52.00+

    Family Entrees

    • Enchiladas (Family Size)

      6 enchiladas of your choice. Comes with vegetable rice and beans.
      $65.00
    • Guacamole Tray- Full Size

      Avocado, tomatoes, onions, lime and jalapeños (if ordered medium or spicy) Full size platter is suitable to serve 15-18 people. Served with house made tortilla chips and salsa.
      $74.00
    • Guacamole Tray- Half Size

      Avocado, tomatoes, onions, lime and jalapeños (if ordered medium or spicy) Full size platter is suitable to serve 7-10 people. Served with house made tortilla chips and salsa.
      $40.00
    • Taco Party

      Fresh made guacamole, housemade chips and salsa, 3 tacos per person, vegetable rice and beans.
      $52.00+
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    All hours
    Sunday11:00 am - 9:30 pm
    Monday11:45 am - 10:00 pm
    Tuesday11:45 am - 10:00 pm
    Wednesday11:45 am - 10:00 pm
    Thursday11:45 am - 10:00 pm
    Friday11:45 am - 11:00 pm
    Saturday11:00 am - 11:00 pm
    Restaurant info

    Come on in and enjoy!

    Location

    408 5th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11215

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