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    EL GORDO - MONTCLAIR

    324b Orange Road

    Montclair, NJ 07042


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    Featured Items

    • 1/2 Pollo - Papa o Arroz, y Ensalada

      Juicy, slow-roasted Peruvian rotisserie chicken, marinated in our signature spices for that perfect flavorful bite. Served with your choice of crispy fries OR fluffy rice, plus a fresh side salad.
      $15.00
    • Maduros

      Sweet plantains
      $5.00
    • Pollo Entero Solo

      1 whole rotisserie chicken
      $22.00

    Food

    Appetizers

    • Ceviche De Pescado

      Fresh, raw fish, marinated in zesty lime juice until perfectly cured. Tossed with red onions, Peruvian corn, cancha, and sweet potato for the perfect balance of refreshing and savory flavors.
      $19.75
    • Papa a La Huancaina

      Sliced tender potatoes smothered in a rich, creamy Huancaína sauce made from Peruvian cheese and a touch of spice (but don’t worry—it’s not spicy!) Served chilled and topped with a hard-boiled egg
      $11.75
    • Yucca a La Huancaina

      Fried yucca pieces smothered in a rich, creamy Huancaína sauce made from cheese and a touch of spice (but don’t worry—it’s not spicy!). Served chilled and topped with a hard-boiled egg
      $11.75
    • Causa De Tuna

      Our Peruvian Causa is a hidden gem! Layers of soft, citrusy mashed potatoes filled with flavorful tuna and topped with fresh avocado slices. A perfect blend of zesty, creamy, and savory—this appetizer is a must-try for any foodie!
      $10.75
    • Salchipapa

      Salchipapa is the ultimate Peruvian street food comfort dish. Crispy golden fries topped with slicced chicken sausages.
      $10.75
    • Ceviche Mixto

      Peruvian Ceviche Mixto is a refreshing burst of flavor. Featuring fresh fish, calamari, shrimp, and mussels, marinated in lime juice until perfectly cured. Topped with red onion, sweet potato, and Peruvian corn.
      $21.75
    • Choros a La Chalaca

      Choros a la Chalaca is a must-try for seafood lovers! Fresh, plump mussels topped with onions, tomatoes, Peruvian corn, cilantro, and lime. The perfect balance of citrusy acidity and savory flavors will make your taste buds dance! 8 mussels per order
      $15.00

    Entrees

    • Chaufa Carne

      Wok-tossed to perfection, this dish is loaded with fluffy rice, scrambled eggs, scallions, and your choice of juicy chicken or tender beef, all infused with a rich, savory soy sauce.
      $18.75
    • Chaufa Pollo

      Peruvian-style chicken fried rice
      $17.75
    • Chaufa Mixto

      $19.85
    • Chaufa Vegetales

      $15.85
    • Lomo Saltado Carne

      Tender beef sautéed with onions, tomatoes, and soy sauce over french fries served with white rice
      $18.00
    • Lomo Saltado Pollo

      Tender chicken sautéed with onions, tomatoes, and soy sauce over french fries served with white rice
      $17.00
    • Tallarin Verde Bistek OR Pechuga

      Spaghetti tossed in a creamy, vibrant spinach and basil sauce, served with your choice of juicy steak OR grilled chicken. Rich, flavorful, and absolutely satisfying in every bite!
      $21.00
    • Tallarin Saltado Pollo

      Peruvian-style lo mein, choose from veggie, chicken, or beef. Sauteed with onions, peppers, and tomatoes
      $17.00
    • Tallarin Saltado Carne

      $18.00
    • Bistec Encebollado Con Arroz

      Steak sautéed with onions and tomatoes, served with white rice, beans, and salsa criolla
      $23.00
    • Bistec Con 2 Opciones

      Juicy sirloin steak served with 2 sides of your choosing
      $21.00
    • Milanesa Pollo - 2 Opciones

      Breaded chicken breast with choice of 2 sides
      $19.75
    • Pechuga a La Plancha - 2 Opciones

      Grilled chicken breast with 2 sides
      $18.75
    • Bistek a lo Pobre

      Grilled steak served with white rice, french fries, maduros, and a fried egg.
      $27.00

    Comida Criolla

    • Aji De Gallina

      Shredded chicken simmered in a rich, yellow creamy sauce. Not spicy, and perfect for foodies who love indulgent, creamy dishes. A must-try! Served with white rice and boiled potatoes.
      $15.00
    • Arroz Con Pollo Y Huancaina

      Fragrant, cilantro-infused green rice cooked to perfection, served with juicy, seasoned chicken and topped with our creamy Huancaína sauce. A flavorful Peruvian favorite!
      $18.00
    • Seco Combinado

      Traditional Peruvian beef stew cooked in a cilantro sauce served with rice, white Peruvian beans, and salsa criolla. This dish is the perfect balance of comfort and tradition in every bite!
      $18.75

    Sopas

    • Sopa Del Dia

      Available Wed - Fri only. Our delicious, always fresh Soup of the Day varies day to day so please call to confirm what we have
      $8.00
    • Caldo De Gallina

      Caldo de Gallina is a rich and flavorful hen broth slow-cooked to perfection. Served with tender hen, noodles, boiled potatoes, and a hard-boiled egg.
      $12.50
    • Parihuela

      A rich, flavorful broth infused with bold spices and packed with a mix of fresh fish, shrimp, mussels, and calamari. Peru’s ultimate seafood soup! Light spice level
      $16.50

    Pollo a La Brasa

    • 1/4 Pollo Solo

      $7.00
    • 1/2 Pollo Solo

      Half rotisserie chicken
      $11.00
    • Pollo Entero Solo

      1 whole rotisserie chicken
      $22.00
    • 1/4 Pollo - Papa o Arroz, y Ensalada

      Juicy, slow-roasted Peruvian rotisserie chicken, marinated in our signature spices for that perfect flavorful bite. Served with your choice of crispy fries OR fluffy rice, plus a fresh side salad.
      $12.00
    • 1/2 Pollo - Papa o Arroz, y Ensalada

      Juicy, slow-roasted Peruvian rotisserie chicken, marinated in our signature spices for that perfect flavorful bite. Served with your choice of crispy fries OR fluffy rice, plus a fresh side salad.
      $15.00
    • Combo "El Gordo"

      1 Entire Peruvian rotisserie chicken, marinated in our signature spices for that perfect flavorful bite. Served with your choice of crispy fries OR fluffy rice, plus a fresh side salad.
      $28.00

    Seafood

    • Arroz Con Mariscos

      A seafood lover’s dream! This Peruvian-style seafood rice is packed with fresh shrimp, mussels, squid, all tossed in a flavorful, spiced sauce with a hint of cilantro.
      $24.00
    • Chaufa De Camarones

      A Peruvian twist on fried rice, packed with bold flavors! Wok-tossed shrimp, fluffy rice, scrambled eggs, scallions, and a savory soy sauce blend come together for the perfect bite.
      $20.85
    • Chaufa De Mariscos

      Peruvian-style seafood fried rice
      $24.85
    • Chaufa Especial

      Fried rice with chicken, beef, & shrimp
      $22.00
    • Chicharron De Pescado

      Battered fried fish pieces served with fried yucca and salsa criolla
      $21.00
    • Grilled Sea Bass

      $21.85
    • Jalea

      Deep-fried seafood mix with tilapia, calamari, shrimp, fried yucca, and topped with delicious salsa criolla
      $23.00
    • Lomo De Pescado

      Sauteed fish mixed with onions, tomatoes, soy sauce, and fries
      $19.85
    • Salmon a La Parilla Con 2 Opciones

      Grilled salmon with a choice of 2 sides
      $23.00
    • Sea Bass Empanizado

      Fresh breaded sea bass fillet served with two options
      $18.85
    • Sudado De Mariscos

      Broiled fish & seafood stew
      $23.85
    • Tallarin Saltado De Mariscos

      Peruvian lo mein-style seafood spaghetti with calamari, shrimp, and mussels.
      $21.00
    • WEEKEND SPECIAL * Fried Trout with Yucca, White rice, and Salsa Criolla

      Lightly Fried Trout served with white rice, fried yucca, and topped with Salsa Criolla.
      $27.00
    • Chupe de Camaron

      $23.00
    • Pescado a lo Macho

      $27.00

    Side Orders

    • Tostones

      Mashed plantains
      $5.00
    • Maduros

      Sweet plantains
      $5.00
    • Papas Fritas

      French fries
      $5.00
    • Yucca Frita

      Fried cassava
      $5.00
    • Arroz Amarillo

      Yellow rice
      $5.00
    • Arroz Blanco

      White rice
      $5.00
    • Frijoles Rojos

      Red beans
      $5.00
    • Salsa Criolla

      Peruvian onion and tomato salad with lime juice
      $5.00
    • Side Ensalada

      Mixed salad
      $5.00
    • Frijoles Blancos

      White beans
      $5.00
    • Steamed Vegetables

      Steamed vegetables
      OUT OF STOCK
      $6.00
    • Cancha

      $2.75
    • Huancaina Sauce

      Side of Huancaina Sauce.
      $6.75

    Dessert

    • Alfajores

      Traditional buttery shortbread cookie filled with rich, smooth dulce de leche. Coated with powdered sugar
      OUT OF STOCK
      $2.65
    • Vanilla cake

      Dulce de leche-style Vanilla Cake *This item is not allergy-friendly and may contain or come into contact with common allergens, including nuts, dairy, eggs, soy, and wheat.
      $4.50
    • Triple Chocolate Cookie

      Made with Hershey chocolate
      OUT OF STOCK
      $3.00
    • Tres Leches

      OUT OF STOCK
      $5.50

    Green Sauce

    • Small Green Sauce

      $0.95
    • Green Sauce Bottle

      Our creamy, flavorful, and addictively delicious Peruvian green sauce is the perfect blend of fresh herbs, spices, and just the right touch of heat. Drizzle it on everything—grilled meats, fries, rice, or even use it as a dip. One taste, and you’ll never eat the same way again!
      $11.75
    • 1 Oz Rocoto

      $0.85
    • 2oz Salad Dressing

      $0.95

    Salads

    • "Andes" Salad

      Mixed salad with quinoa, avocado, tomato, cucumber, onion, and peruvian dressing
      $12.00
    • "Andes" Salad with Grilled Chicken

      $16.00
    • "Andes" Salad with Salmon

      $22.00
    • "Andes" Salad with Steak

      $23.00
    • "Andes" Salad with Grilled Shrimp

      $17.00

    Beverages

    • Chicha Morada

      A sweet and refreshing Peruvian purple corn drink, brewed with cinnamon, cloves, and fruit for a unique and delicious flavor.
      $4.00
    • Jugo de Maracuya

      Made with fresh passion fruit, this tropical drink is the perfect thirst-quencher.Refreshing, sweet, and tangy!
      $4.00
    • Canned Soda

      $2.00
    • Water Bottle

      $2.00
    • Sweet Lemon Iced Tea

      OUT OF STOCK
      $3.75
    • Pellegrino Seltzer

      $2.50
    • Canada Dry Seltzer

      $2.00

    Sandwiches

    • Lomo Sandwich - Beef

      Sandwich with griddled steak, onions, and tomatoes with a soy sauce glaze on a brioche bun. Served with French Fries
      $14.75
    • Grilled Chicken Sandwich

      Grilled Chicken sandwich on a toasted brioche bun with lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise. Served with French fries
      $14.00
    • Chicharron Sandwich

      Crispy pork belly with sweet potato slices and salsa criolla on a brioche bun. Served with french fries
      $14.75
    • Milanesa Sandwich

      Crispy breaded chicken with lettuce, tomato, mayo and salsa criolla on a brioche bun. Served with french fries
      $14.75

    Catering Menu (Call Before Ordering)

    Catering - Sides

    • Maduros / Sweet Plantains - HALF TRAY

      Half tray of sweet plantains
      $45.00
    • Maduros / Sweet Plantains - FULL TRAY

      Sweet plantains full tray
      $85.00
    • Arroz Amarillo / Yellow Rice - HALF TRAY

      Yellow Rice half tray
      $55.00
    • Arroz Amarillo / Yellow Rice - FULL TRAY

      Yellow Rice FULL TRAY
      $110.00
    • Yucca Frita - HALF TRAY

      $55.00
    • Papa Fritas / French Fries - HALF TRAY

      $35.00
    • Papas Fritas / French Fries - FULL TRAY

      $65.00
    • Side Ensalada / Side Salad - HALF TRAY

      $55.00
    • Side Ensalada / Side Salad - FULL TRAY

      $110.00

    Catering - Appetizers

    • Ceviche de Pescado - HALF TRAY

      $85.00
    • Ceviche de Pescado - FULL TRAY

      $165.00
    • Ceviche Mixto - HALF TRAY

      $125.00
    • Ceviche Mixto - FULL TRAY

      $220.00
    • Salchipapa - HALF TRAY

      $55.00
    • Salchipapa - FULL TRAY

      $90.00
    • Papa a la Huancaina - HALF TRAY

      $75.00
    • "Andes" Salad -Plain - HALF TRAY

      $65.00
    • "Andes" Salad -Plain - FULL TRAY

      $135.00
    • "Andes" Salad with Grilled Chicken - FULL TRAY

      6 Cutlets of Grilled Chicken
      $200.00

    Catering - Entrees

    • Tallarin Verde Solo - HALF TRAY

      $85.00
    • Tallarin Verde Solo - FULL TRAY

      $145.00
    • Chaufa de Vegetables - HALF TRAY

      $75.00
    • Chaufa de Vegetables - FULL TRAY

      $150.00
    • Chaufa de Carne / Beef Chaufa - HALF TRAY

      $85.00
    • Chaufa de Carne / Beef Chaufa - FULL TRAY

      $175.00
    • Chaufa de Pollo / Chicken Chaufa - HALF TRAY

      $80.00
    • Chaufa de Pollo / Chicken Chaufa - FULL TRAY

      $160.00
    • Lomo Saltado de Carne / Beef Lomo - HALF TRAY

      $95.00
    • Lomo Saltado de Carne / Beef Lomo - FULL TRAY

      $200.00
    • Lomo Saltado de Pollo / Chicken Lomo - HALF TRAY

      $85.00
    • Lomo Saltado de Pollo / Chicken Lomo - FULL TRAY

      $180.00
    • Tallarin Saltado de Carne / Beef Tallarin Saltado - HALF TRAY

      $95.00
    • Tallarin Saltado de Carne / Beef Tallarin Saltado - FULL TRAY

      $190.00
    • Tallarin Saltado de Pollo / Chicken Tallarin Saltado - HALF TRAY

      $85.00
    • Tallarin Saltado de Pollo / Chicken Tallarin Saltado - FULL TRAY

      $180.00
    • Arroz con Pollo - HALF TRAY

      6 pieces, leg
      $95.00
    • Arroz con Pollo - FULL TRAY

      10 pieces, leg
      $185.00

    Catering - Seafood

    • Jalea - HALF TRAY

      $110.00
    • Jalea - FULL TRAY

      $235.00
    • Chaufa de Mariscos / Seafood Chaufa - HALF TRAY

      $120.00
    • Chaufa de Mariscos / Seafood Chaufa - FULL TRAY

      $235.00
    • Chaufa de Camarones / Shrimp Chaufa - HALF TRAY

      $110.00
    • Chaufa de Camarones / Shrimp Chaufa - FULL TRAY

      $220.00
    • Tallarin Saltado de Mariscos / Seafood Tallarin Saltado - HALF TRAY

      $110.00
    • Tallarin Saltado de Mariscos / Seafood Tallarin Saltado - FULL TRAY

      $235.00

    Catering - Rotisserie Chicken

    • Small Tray - Holds 2 Chickens

      $44.00
    • Large Tray - Holds 4 Chickens

      $88.00

    Catering - Drinks

    • Maracuya / Passion Fruit Juice - 1 GALLON

      OUT OF STOCK
      $45.00
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    Arroz con Pollo - HALF TRAY

    $95.00

    6 pieces, leg

    1

    All hours
    Sunday11:00 am - 8:45 pm
    Monday11:00 am - 8:30 pm
    TuesdayClosed
    Wednesday11:00 am - 8:30 pm
    Thursday11:00 am - 8:30 pm
    Friday11:00 am - 8:45 pm
    Saturday11:00 am - 8:45 pm
    Restaurant info

    Taste the flavors of Peru at El Gordo Eatery! Serving authentic Peruvian dishes, our famous rotisserie chicken, and savory green sauce, we bring over 20 years of family tradition to every meal. Whether you’re craving a comforting home-cooked dish or a new culinary adventure, El Gordo Eatery offers a warm, welcoming experience with every bite. We are delighted to now be serving Montclair and surrounding areas!

    Location

    324b Orange Road, Montclair, NJ 07042

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