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The Origin of Tapas

Tapas are a time-honored and cherished part of Spanish cuisine. The tapa (from the verb tapar - to cover) originally was a slice of bread or cured ham placed over the mouth of a wine glass. As the popularity grew, so did the variety. In Spain, tapas are much more than a culinary delight - they represent a lifestyle - an opportunity to share good times with friends in an unrushed, carefree manner. We encourage you to do the same at Modesto.

Tapas Frias (Cold Tapas)

Aceitunas a la Sevillana – marinated Spanish olives with red peppers, garlic and thyme, $4.95

Terrina de Conejo– rabbit terrine with pickled fava beans, grain mustard and toast, $8.95

Montadito de Cangrejo- grilled toasts with lump crab, asparagus picada and harissa, $8.95

Puré de Berenjena- curried eggplant dip with sesame-manchego crackers, $5.95

Ensalada de Aguacate- avocado, goat cheese, and basil in Serrano ham cups with beet vinaigrette, $7.95

Boquerones –marinated white anchovies with red onion, radish, capers and parsley oil, $6.95

Tortilla con Tocino y Cebolla – Spanish omelet with bacon, egg, potato and onion, $5.95

Salpicón de Marisco– shrimp, calamari and crab in dijon-tarragon vinaigrette, $7.95

Esparragos Envueltos en Jamón- grilled asparagus wrapped in Serrano ham with moscatel vinegar and olive oil, $7.95

Puré de Garbanzos –chickpea purée with olive oil, garlic, lemon and croutons, $4.95

Trucha Ahumada de la Casa– house-smoked trout with Serrano bacon, membrillo, and lemon vinaigrette, $7.95

Plato de Quesos – daily selection of Spanish cheeses with walnuts, honey and grapes, $8.95

Tapas Calientes (Hot Tapas)

Gambas al Ajillo – sautéed shrimp with garlic and guindilla peppers, $7.95

Alitas de Pollo al Eduardo- crispy, Moroccan-spiced chicken wings with lemon-garlic alioli, $8.95

Coca de Brandada- grilled flatbread with whipped brandade, sliced truffle and olive oil, $7.95

Albóndigas Caseras – veal and pork meatballs with Manchego cheese and tomato sauce, $7.95

Empanadillas de Pollo y Chorizo- savory chicken and chorizo pastries with creamy piquillo pepper sauce, $6.95

Langosta Frita- fried lobster tail with picada sauce, $15.95

Pulpo a la Parilla- grilled baby octopus with fried potatoes and warm bacon-sherry vinaigrette, $6.95

Croquetas de Pescado- creamy seafood croquettes, $6.95

Judias Verdes con Ajo- sautéed green beans with garlic, onion and sherry reduction, $4.95

Salchicha Morcilla con Habas- fried black sausage with fava beans, $7.95

Camarones al Diablo- baked shrimp with Manchego bread crumbs and Creole mojo, $8.95

Pinchos Morunos- grilled lamb skewers with herb picada and yogurt, $8.95

Coliflor Refrita- fried cauliflower with paprika, garlic and white truffle oil, $5.95

Bienmesabe- flash-fried marinated shark bites with alioli, $6.95

Mejillones en Salsa de Sidra- mussels steamed in hard cider with chorizo and peppers, $6.95

Champiñones al Ajillo- sautéed mushrooms with garlic, sherry and herbs, $6.95

Patatas Dos Salsas- fried potatoes in piquant tomato sauce with aioli, 4.95

Costillas Cortas- garlic-braised beef ribs with orange sofrito and cabbage, 10.95

Dátiles Rellenos- bacon-wrapped dates stuffed with Cabrales cheese, $6.95

Salchichas de la Casa- grilled homemade sausages with roasted onion and quince sauce, $6.95

Fritada de Verduras- mixed fry of seasonal vegetables with pine nut alioli, $5.95

Pinchos de Pollo a la Plancha- seared chicken skewers with salsa verde, $5.95

Suquet de Almejas- steamed littleneck clams with pine nut and almond sauce, $10.95

Bistec a la Cabrales- grilled hanger steak with Cabrales cheese and port wine sauce, $7.95

Calamares Fritos- fried calamari and cherry peppers with salbitxada, $6.95

Queso de Cabra al Horno- baked goat cheese and mushrooms with spicy tomato sauce and croutons, $7.95

Sopas (Soups)

Gazpacho Andaluz- chilled tomato and vegetable soup with herbed crouton, $5.95

Ensaladas (Salads)

Ensalada Mixta – mixed greens, artichoke hearts, hearts of palm and Majon cheese with sherry vinaigrette, $6.95

Ensalada Picada- chopped salad of mixed lettuces, tuna, Serrano ham and hard-boiled egg
with lemon-pepper dressing, $6.95

Ensalada Caesar – Caesar salad with capers, Manchego cheese and croutons, $5.95

Platos Fuertes y Paellas
(Large Plates and Paellas)

Parillada Mixta- selection of grilled meats and vegetables with salsa verde and romesco, MP

Paella Mixta- saffron rice with chicken, shrimp, mussels, clams, chorizo and vegetables, $17.95/per person

Paella Heurtana de Murcia- saffron rice with peas, peppers, onion, tomato and artichokes, $13.95/per person

Fideuà Marinera- vermicelli noodles with shrimp, clams, mussels, fish and tomato, $18.95/per person

Arroz con Costra- crusted paella with pork, chicken and sausage, $16.95/per person

Arroz con Pollo- saffron rice with chicken, Serrano bacon, spinach, peppers and tomato, $15.95/per person

Postres (Desserts)

Churros y Chocolate– Spanish fried doughnuts with hot chocolate sauce, $5.95

Pastel de Tres Leches – sponge cake with “3 milks”, $4.95

Flan del Gran Flanero – Spanish caramel custard, $4.95

Torte de Chocolate– flourless chocolate and hazelnut cake with Pedro Ximinez
whipped cream, $6.95

Pudín de Crema Dulce- custard cake with quince paste and Gran Torres orange liqueur, $5.95

¿Que Pasa?

Monday – Any bottle of wine for ½ price with minimum purchase of $30

Wednesday – Spanish Fly late-night happy hour with food and drink specials and DJs

Happy Hour – Every weeknight from 5-7 in the bar - drink specials and pinchos for 25¢-$1

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A gratuity of 19% will be added to parties
of 6 or more.

No separate checks please.

5257 Shaw Avenue (corner of Shaw & Edwards) • 314-772-8272 (TAPA)