Colombian·Upper East Side, New York
Dulce Vida Latin Bistro
Great Optionhigh confidence
Nearly the entire menu is gluten-free, with clear diner consensus and multiple sources confirming extensive safe options and positive experiences.
Gluten-Free Offerings
GF PastriesGF Desserts
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Cross-Contamination
Low
Low risk of cross-contamination reported.
Staff Knowledge
High
Staff are knowledgeable and can guide GF diners confidently.
Illness Reports
None
No GF-related illness reports found in recent data.
GF Labeling
Not labeled
GF Options
89 items identified
GF Sentiment
Mostly positive
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About
Dulce Vida Latin Bistro is a cozy spot on the Upper East Side known for its authentic Colombian dishes like fried empanadas and ajiaco soup. It's a neighborhood staple, perfect for a casual meal with friends or family. The restaurant has been serving the community since 2011, offering a menu that's largely gluten-free. The owner brings family recipes to life,…
GF Menu
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89 items
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Aji 8oz
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Mini arepa platter
a mix of 8 mini yellow and white cheese arepas, served with guacamole and hogao
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Aji 5oz
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AREPAS
Yellow corn arepa with chorizo
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White corn arepa with chorizo
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White corn arepa with two eggs (any style)
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Arepa plain
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White corn cheese arepa
Served with guac and Pico de Gallo on the side
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Yellow corn arepa with two eggs (any style)
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Yellow corn arepa with chicharron
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White corn arepa with chicharron
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Yellow corn cheese arepa
Served with guac and Pico de Gallo on the side
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SOUPS AND SALADS
Add shrimp
If you want to add something extra to your Spring Mix Salad, we offer the option for you!
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Side of grilled chicken breast
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Beets, mango and avocado salada
Cubed mango, beets, avocado, red onions, goat cheese and
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Colombian shrimp ceviche
Mix of fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, cilantro, tomato juice, avocado and cooked shrimp
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Add chicken
If you want to add something extra to your Spring Mix Salad, we offer the option for you!
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Ajiaco soup
Potato soup with red, white, and golden potatoes, capers, shredded organic chicken, corn on the cob and a dot of cream, and served with white rice.
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Add steak
If you want to add something extra to your Spring Mix Salad, we offer the Steak option for you!
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Spring mix salad
Cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, boiled egg, avocado, red onion, and balsamic vinaigrette.
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Chicken sancocho soup
A hearty mix of organic chicken, potatoes, corn on the cob, plantains, and yucca in a chicken broth. served with white rice. avocado not included would have to add on for .75 cents
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MAIN COURSE
Grilled salmon
Oven baked salmon, sauteed spinach and carrot puree.
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Shrimp tacos
Guacamole, pickled onions, jalapeno, queso fresco, grilled pineapple jalapeno salsa, and cilantro.
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Bandeja paisa (vegetarian)
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Bandeja paisa large
Grilled steak, chicharron, white rice, beans, avocado, fried egg, and sweet plantains.
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Whole chicken
Dark and white meat chicken served with 4 sides of your choice.Served with Aji sauce and Mojito sauce
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Calentado
Scrambled eggs served with a mix of rice and beans, steak and plain arepa.
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Steak tacos
Avocado, cilantro, onions and pineapple salsa on corn tortilla.
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Fajitas
A mix of shrimp, chicken breast, and steak sauteed with onion and peppers, served with corn tortillas
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Arroz con camarones
Saffron rice mixed with shrimp and vegetables. served with mixed greens. large served with sweet plantains.
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Carne asada
8oz grilled flank steak with chimichurri sauce comes with sauted spinach and sweet plantains
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Bandeja paisa small
Grilled steak, chicharron, white rice, beans, avocado, fried egg, and sweet plantains.
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Chipotle chicken tacos
Avocado, queso fresco, cilantro and pineapple salsa on corn tortillas.
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Half chicken
Dark and white meat chicken served with any 2 sides of your choice and Aji dauce and Mojito Sauce
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Cazuela de frijoles
Red bean casserole topped with chopped chicharron, steak sweet plantains, avocado and hogao sauce, and served with colombian white rice.
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Churrasco
Served with any (1) side of your choice and chimichurri sauce
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Arroz con pollo
A mix of yellow rice with shredded chicken and vegetables, served with sweet plantains and mixed greens
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Bandeja paisa (chicken)
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SIDES
Green salad
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Chorizo
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Aji 2oz
2 oz of our homemade aji sauce
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Colombian rice
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Sliced avocado
Sliced avocado for soups and mains
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Sauteed spinach
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Aji 0.5oz
0.5 oz of our homemade aji sauce
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Sweet plantains
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Two eggs
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Aji jar
8oz jar of our homemade aji sauce
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Sliced avocado
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Steamed vegetables
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Red beans
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Aji 5oz
5oz of our homemade aji sauce
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HOME MADE DESSERTS
Mango and lime mini cake
Dairy free and gluten free dessert
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Flan
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Flourless chocolate cake
Served with vanilla ice cream.
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COFFEE, TEA, AND BAKE GOODS
Regular coffee
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Espresso
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Pandebono
Baked cheese bread made with corn flour and cheese
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Tea with milk
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Bunuelo
Gluten Free Fried Bread, made with corn and cassava flour and white colombian cheese
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Latte
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Cappuccino
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Herbal tea
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Pandebono cold
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BEVERAGES
Iced tea
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Bottled water
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Limonada de coco
Fresh-squeezed coconut lemonade.
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Coca-cola
Coca-cola soda
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Sparkling water (bretana)
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Guayaba (guava) juice
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Mango juice
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Red wine bottle
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Virgin pia colada
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Fresh lemonade
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Colombian sodas
Colombiana and manzana
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Pineapple juice
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Natural fruit juices with milk
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Natural fruit juices
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Maracuya juice
Passion fruit.
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Domestic sodas
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White wine bottle
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Colombiana
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Diet coke
Diet cola
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Iced coffee
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Mora juice
Blueberry.
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HOT DRINKS
Cafe colombiano
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Tea
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Cappuccio
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Late
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Logistics
Address
309 E 83rd St, New York, NY 10028, USA
Phone
(212) 535-2424