Colombian·East Williamsburg, New York
Palenque
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Extensive gluten-free menu with clear labeling and many naturally gluten-free Colombian dishes, including arepas and empanadas; staff generally knowledgeable, though a few reviews note occasional confusion about desserts.
Gluten-Free Offerings
GF Pastries
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Cross-Contamination
Medium
Shared prep surfaces or fryer. Confirm practices on arrival.
Staff Knowledge
Medium
Staff have some GF awareness but may need prompting.
Illness Reports
None
No GF-related illness reports found in recent data.
GF Labeling
Clearly labeled
GF Options
47 items identified
GF Sentiment
Mostly positive
About
Palenque in Brooklyn is a neighborhood staple known for its gluten-free empanadas and arepas, crafted with a unique blend of organic brown rice, quinoa, and seeds. This spot started as a food truck and has grown into a beloved restaurant, offering dishes like bandeja paisa and ajiaco. It's a casual place perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed meal,…
GF Menu
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47 items
View Full Menu ↗APPETIZERS.
Ceviche de chicharrón
Zesty crispy pork belly salad, featuring tangy notes of lemon, pickled onion, and mandarin oranges.
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Palenque salad
Arugula, spinach, radish, sunflower seeds and dressing.
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Beet salad
Roasted beets, feta cheese, pecans & arugula.
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ENTREES
Pollito guisado en leche de coco
Spicy braised chicken thighs in coconut milk and jalapeños with potatoes and plantains, served with cilantro rice and Palenque salad.
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Palenque salad with protein
Arugula and spinach, sunflower seeds and your choice of chicken, chorizo or portobello mushrooms; Angus beef or shrimp also available.
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SOUPS
Caldo de costilla
Beef short rib and potatoes broth, served with cilantro rice and aji.
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Ajiaco
Creamy three potato and chicken soup, seasoned with guasca. Served with corn on the cob, cream, capers, avocado and cilantro rice.
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Vegan lentil soup
Brown lentil soup with vegetables and potatoes, served with cilantro rice.
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LUNCH SPECIAL
MON TO FRI FROM 12M TO 4 PM
Sopa y seco
1/2 soup of ajiaco or lentil and platter with rice, beans, salad, sweet plantains and your choice of chicken, chicharron or portobello mushrooms.
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BRUNCH
Pandebono waffles with organic poached eggs
2 pan de bono waffles (made with yuca flour and cheese) topped with two organic poached eggs, fresh cheese and hogao.
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Calentado
Pan fried rice, beans, sweet plantains, chicken and chorizo, topped with a sunny side up egg.
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Tamal tolimense
Traditional Tolima tamal with chicken, egg, pork, and carrots wrapped in bijao leaves. Vegan version available.
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Caldo de costilla
Beef short rib and potatoes broth, served with cilantro rice and aji.
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Bisteck a caballo
Skirt steak served with hogao, organic sunny side up eggs, green plantains and salad.
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Uchuva pandebono waffles
Sweet pan de bono waffles with fresh cheese, uchuvas and passion fruit syrup.
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DESSERTS
Flan de caramelo y coco
Caramel flan with coconut flakes.
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Pandebono waffle con uchuvas (golden berrys)
Pandebono waffle with uchuvas and passion fruit syrup.
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Pandebono sunday
Pandebono waffle with vanilla ice cream and syrup.
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Arequipe con queso
Dulce de leche with Colombian cheese.
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Bocadillo con queso
Sweet guava paste and Colombian cheese.
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DRINKS
Agua e' panela
Sugar cane, lemon and ginger.
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Fruit juices
Lulo, mango, mora, maracuyá, piña, guanabana, guayaba.
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Ginger shot
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Limonada de coco
Exotic tropical drink with coconut cream and fresh squeeze lime.
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Sodas saborizadas
House sparkling drinks with lulo, mango or guava syrup, sprinkled with pink peppercorns.
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Topo chico
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Agua electrolitos
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Coffee & tea
Espresso, Capuccino, Latte, Americano, Machiato, Cold Brew, Matcha Tea With Milk, Dry Fruit Tea, Hot Chocolate, Hot Agua 'e Panela, Coca leaves tea.
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White sauvignon blanc
Vermont Sauvignon blanc.
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White chardonnay
Felino.
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Red cabernet sauvignon
Primus.
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Rosé
Paul Buisse.
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Tangerine mimosa
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Sparkling
Belvive.
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COCKTAILS
Agua e’panela hechizada
Traditional Agua De Panela with a shot of aguardiente or tequila; with mezcal also available.
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Viche manglar mule with smoked romero
Artisanal pacific spirit with lulo, ginger, lime, agave and mandarina with smoked rosemary.
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Sensualini
Orange liquor, lime, ginger, agave & vodka or gin.
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Margarita
Add lulo, passion fruit, pineapple, mango or guava.
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Smoky rosemary paloma
Tequila, pineapple syrup, lemon & smoked rosemary.
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Mezcalita
Add lulo, passion fruit, pineapple, mango or guava.
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Mojito
Palenque style with Bacardi.
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Old fashion
Bourbon, Angostura, and orange.
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Negroni
Gin, Campari, sweet vermouth and orange.
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Espresso martini
With Devocion Café.
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Margarita mocktail or/ thc
Mocktail or THC version.
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Mojito mocktail or thc
Mocktail or THC version.
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Agua e' panela thc
THC drink.
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Logistics
Address
298 Graham Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11211, USA
Phone
(718) 576-3597