A Cozy Start to the New Year

Aguardente welcomes the new year with comforting weekday specials, fresh brunch updates, dry month friendly options, and seasonal menu changes. Whether you’re stopping in after work, joining us for brunch, or enjoying something sweet and warm, there’s plenty to look forward to.

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Your New Favorite Weekday Ritual

Get cozy with Mexican Hot Chocolate & Churros, 4-6pm Wednesday - Friday

Mexican Hot Chocolate & Churros

Crispy, freshly made Churros, served with a rich Chocolate Dipping Sauce, alongside our warm and comforting Mexican Hot Chocolate.

Enjoy it as a non alcoholic treat, or add a spirit for something a little extra.

Wednesday – Friday
4 – 6 pm

Our Favorite Winter Drinks

From Portugal to the Americas, our fall cocktails blend aged spirits, seasonal fruit, and deep herbal warmth.

  • Cabeza de Coco

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    Our popular Hibiscus Coconut Tamarind Margarita that uses Housemade Hibiscus Simple, Fresh Citrus, and Local Island Coquito

  • Amor no Jardim

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    A Fig and Rosemary Martini that is made with Fresh Citrus and your choice of Snow Dog Gin or Aguardente

  • Holy Mole

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    Tequila, House-made Chocolate Espresso Sauce, Cinnamon, Habanero bitters

  • Loira Bombástica

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    A bubbly cocktail that uses Green Tea Infused Gin, Pear and Cinnamon and topped off with Cava

  • Kicking Donkey

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    Tamarind margarita, your choice of Mezcal or Tequila, with Tajín rim

  • Paloma de Outono

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    Our version of a Fall Paloma that uses Blood Orange, Per Se, and Hibiscus, with your choice of spirit (Aguardente, Tequila, or Mezcal)

  • Soy Pera

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    A bright, fruit-forward cocktail made with pisco, elderflower liqueur, pear juice, and lemon. Light, citrusy, and refreshing with a smooth shaken finish.

Sample or share our classic pick-me-up

Espresso Martini Flight

Try three distinct espresso infused martinis, that celebrate the flavors of fall

  • Coconut almond

  • Cherry rosemary

  • Chocolate raspberry

Empanadas de Chorizo, Pollo

Empanadas filled with Chorizo and Cheese or Chicken and Peppers, served with Salsa Verde on the side.

Pairs with Terras do Demo Rose or Dona Ermelinda, Reserva

Jocón de Pollo with Salsa Verde Tibia

Chicken thighs in warm green sauce with Pumpkin Seeds, Tomatillo, and Sweet Onion.

Recommended Pairing: Foral Vinho Verde or Redpuro Malbec

Pork Riblets Portuguese Style

Slow-cooked with Salt, Pepper, White Wine, and Roasted Peppers.

Suggested Wine Pairing: Casa Ferreirinha Vinha Grande

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Brunch

At Aguardente!

Weekends from Noon to 4PM

  • Build Your Own Sandwich

    Choose your protein, cheese, sauce and toppings for the perfect sandwich, done your way.

  • Alcachofas al Ajillo

    Roasted artichokes, grape tomatoes, minced garlic, red chili pepper, tossed in olive oil.

  • Chilaquiles

    Puedes agregar huevo o pollo, tortilla chips con salsa de tomate verde, lleva crema acida, queso fresco, cebolla morada, y cilantro.

  • Prego ou Bifana no Pão

    Choose pork or beef pounded thin, marinated and pan seared, served in a Portuguese roll, pairs well with our classic Super Bock beer from Portuga
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    Add Sao Jorge cheese and top with egg for extra.

  • Fatias Douradas

    Portuguese “French” Toast served with chocolate sauce and strawberries.

  • Caldo Verde

    Green soup made with potatoes, chouriço sausage and kale.

  • Tacos de chorizo con huevo

    Cebolla morada, aceite de olivo, servido sobre tortilla de maíz acompañado de queso fresco.

  • Sautéed Razor Clams

    Spanish style, chopped garlic, lemon juice, fresh parsley, sautéed in olive oil.

Full Brunch Menu

Settle in, the season’s just beginning

Spiced air, candlelight, warm plates passed between friends.

As nights grow longer, cozy up indoors or stay toasty outside under the heaters. From Portuguese comfort food to Guatemalan street bites and mezcal kissed with fig and hibiscus, every dish is a little celebration.

Come share something good. There’s always a seat for you here.

  • Bar

  • Indoor Table

  • Indoor Nook

  • Patio Table

  • Patio Nook

  • Bathroom

    We don't recommend dining here, but it's the perfect award winning spot to freshen up & take a selfie (maybe not at the same time).

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Stories from Aguardente

Victor’s latest reflection comes from Portugal, where freedom, music, and memory intertwine. It’s a reminder of what first inspired Aguardente, and what keeps calling us home.

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