La Cocina de Cristina Menu (2025 Update)
Welcome to La Cocina de Cristina, a charming gem nestled in South Hackensack, NJ. This family-run restaurant is dedicated to serving authentic Dominican cuisine, prepared with love and care. Each dish bursts with flavor and showcases the rich culinary traditions of the Dominican Republic.
The menu highlights enticing options like the Mofongo—an irresistible plantain mash served with shrimp, beef, or succulent fried pork—ranging from $18 to $30. Breakfast lovers will delight in items like the Cuatro Golpes and hearty Omelette. For rice enthusiasts, dishes such as Arroz Con Camarones and Chao Fan De Carne offer a delightful experience, priced around $25 to $40.
La Cocina de Cristina prioritizes fresh, homemade meals in a welcoming atmosphere, ensuring every visit feels special. Join the wave of locals who rave about the delicious offerings and friendly service. This is more than just a meal; it's a community celebration of flavor!
Yaroa
Yaroa De Papa Y Res / Potato And Beef Yaroa
Yaroa De Maduro Y Pollo / Fried Sweet Plantain And Chicken Yaroa
Yaroa De Maduro Y Chicharron / Fried Sweet Plantain And Fried Pork Rind Yaroa
Yaroa De Maduro Y Res / Fried Sweet Plantain And Beef Yaroa
Yaroa De Papa Y Chicharron / Potato And Fried Pork Rind Yaroa
Yaroa De Papa Y Pollo / Potato And Chicken Yaroa
Red Snapper
Salmon A La Plancha / Grilled Salmon
Camarones En Salsa Alfredo / Shrimp In Alfredo Sauce
Asopao De Camarones / Shrimp Pottage
Camarones Al Ajillo / Al Ajillo Shrimp
Sopa De Pescado / Fish Soup
Sopa De Camarones / Shrimp Soup
Sopa De Mariscos / Seafood Soup
Asopao De Mariscos / Seafood Pottage
Mariscos / Seafood
Sandwiches / Sandwiches
Sandwich De Pechuga / Chicken Breast Sandwich
Sandwich De Bistec / Steak Sandwich
Chimichurri
Tostada
Sandwich De Jamon Y Queso / Ham & Cheese Sandwich
Picadera Para Cuatro / Picadera For Four
Picadera Para Dos / Picadera For Two
Picadera Para Uno / Picadera For One
Tiene chicharron, chicharron de pollo, longaniza y orejita. / Contains fried pork, fried chicken chunks, Dominican sausage and fried pig ears.
Picadera Para Tres / Picadera For Three
Picaderas
Mofongos
Mofongo De Chicharron / Fried Pork Rind Mofongo
Mofongo De Res / Beef Mofongo
Mofongo De Camarones / Shrimp Mofongo
Mofongo De Longaniza / Sausage Mofongo
Mofongo De Queso / Cheese Mofongo
Mofongo De Pollo / Chicken Mofongo
Tres Golpes
2 huevos, 2 queso, 2 salami/ 2 eggs, 2 cheese and 2 salamis
Omelette
Cuatro Golpes
2 huevos, 2 queso, 2 salami y 1/2 longaniza // 2 eggs, 2 cheese, 2 salamis, and 1/2 Dominican sausage
Papas Caseras / Home Fries
Avena Caliente / Hot Oatmeal
Creamy oats with a touch of sweetness. Available in small or large.
Dos Golpes
Tostada / Toast
Desayuno / Breakfast
Empanadas
Quipe De Res / Beef Kipe
Empanada De Pollo / Chicken Empanada
Empanada De Cangrejo / Crab Empanada
Empanada De Pizza
Empanada De Camarones / Shrimp Empanada
Empanada De Res / Beef Empanada
Empanada De Queso / Cheese Empanada
Pechuga Y Camarones / Chicken Breast And Shrimp
Churrasco Y Camarones / Skirt Steak And Shrimp
Churrasco Y Salmon / Skirt Steak And Salmon
Filete T-Bone Y Camarones / T-Bone Steak And Shrimp
Mar y Tierra / Surf & Turf
Carnes / Meats
Bistec Encebollado Orden/ Steak With Onions Dinner
Almuerzo De Carnitas De Cerdo / Pork Lunch
Churrasco / Skirt Steak
Almuerzo De Berenjena / Eggplant Lunch
Berenjena guisada. / Stewed eggplant.
Almuerzo De Bistec Guisado/ Stewed Beef Lunch
Tender beef bites with rich, savory sauce, delightfully served with one side of your choice.
Pechuga De Pollo A La Plancha / Grilled Chicken Breast
Almuerzo De Bistec Encebollado / Steak With Onions Lunch
Almuerzo De Chicharron De Cerdo/ Pork Rind Lunch
Bistec Guisado Orden/ Stewed Beef Dinner
Tender beef bites with rich, savory sauce, delightfully served with one side of your choice.
Almuerzo De Pollo Guisado / Stewed Chicken Lunch
Almuerzo De Chivo / Goat Lunch
Chivo guisado. / Goat stew.
Almuerzo De Rabo / Oxtail Lunch
Rabo guisado. / Stewed oxtail.
Chuleta Al Grill / Grilled Pork Chop
Almuerzo De Bacalao / Cod Fish Lunch
Bacalao guisado. / Stewed cod fish.
Almuerzo De Carnitas De Res Salteadas / Sauteed Beef Lunch
Costillas A La BBQ Orden / BBQ Ribs Dinner
Chicharron De Pollo / Fried Chicken Chunks
Con hueso o sin hueso. / With bone or without bone.
Almuerzo De Churrasco / Skirt Steak Lunch
Almuerzo De Pollo Al Horno / Roasted Chicken Lunch
Chuleta Frita Orden / Fried Pork Chop Dinner
Batido De Pina / Pineapple Smoothie
Jugo De Tamarindo Casero / Homemade Tamarind Juice
Coca-Cola De Dieta / Diet Coke
A crisp, refreshing taste you know and love with zero calories.
Chinola Casera / Homemade Passion Fruit
Batido De Papaya / Papaya Smoothie
Country Club
Welch's Uva / Welch's Grape
Ginger Ale
Sunkist
Limonada Casera / Homemade Lemonade
Avena / Oatmeal
Hearty oats with creamy texture highlighted by a touch of sweetness. Perfectly cooked to warm you up in the morning. Classic breakfast favorite.
Jugo De Guanabana Casero / Homemade Soursop Juice
Morir Sonando
Pepsi
The bold, refreshing, robust cola
Batido De Mango / Mango Smoothie
Coca-Cola / Coke
The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.
Batido De Fresa / Strawberry Smoothie
Agua En Botella / Bottle Of Water
Jugo De Naranja/ Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice
Freshly squeezed orange juice, bursting with vitamin C. Refreshing and vibrant, perfect for a morning pick-me-up or pairing with any meal.
Bebidas / Drinks
Sopas / Soups
Sancocho (Pequeno) / Sancocho (Small)
Sancocho (Grande) / Sancocho (Large)
Sopa De Pollo (Grande) / Chicken Soup (Large)
Mondongo (Pequeno) / Tripe Soup (Small)
Cocido De Pata De Vaca (Pequeno)
Rich broth with tender chunks of cow foot, vegetables, and spices.
Mondongo (Grande) / Tripe Soup (Large)
Cocido De Pata De Vaca (Grande)
A rich, hearty soup featuring cow's foot, vegetables, and spices, served in a large portion.
Sopa De Pollo (Pequena) / Chicken Soup (Small)
Maduros Grande
Ensalada Verde/ Green Salad (Pequeno) (Small)
Fresh greens with tomatoes and cucumbers.
Ensalada Grande/Large Green Salad
A crisp medley of greens, juicy tomatoes, sliced cucumbers.
Tostones Grande
Papa Fritas Pequeno/Small French Fries
Crispy, golden small French fries seasoned with salt.
Papa Fritas Grande/ Large French Fries
Crispy, golden-brown large French fries with a light sprinkling of salt.
Maduros Pequeno/ Small Sweet Plantains
Sweet and tender plantains bringing a hint of tropical delight to every bite.
Small Order Of Avocado
Sliced avocado served as a small portion.
Ensalada De Papa Pequeno/ Small Potato Salad
Creamy potato salad with diced potatoes, blended with mayonnaise, mustard, and spices.
Large Order Of Avocado
Tostones Pequeno
Sides
Arroz / Rice
Chao Fan De Carne / Meat Chao Fan
Arroz Con Camarones / Rice With Shrimp
Chao Fan De Mariscos / Seafood Chao Fan
Paella Para 2
Paella para 2 personas. / Paella for 2 people.