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El Cid, located in Paramus, NJ, offers a diverse menu with options for everyone, including many vegetarian dishes. The restaurant provides delivery, takeout, and catering services, making it convenient for any occasion. The Flamenco Dinner, featuring their specialty paellas, is a must-try for seafood lovers. The flavorful Patatas Bravas and Croquetas De Vegetales showcase their dedication to quality ingredients. For dessert, indulge in the rich Flan or the decadent Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie. Customers praise the ample portion sizes and high-quality dishes, highlighting the prime rib and seafood offerings. The welcoming ambiance and efficient service make El Cid a go-to destination for Spanish fine dining. Whether for a special occasion or a casual meal with friends, El Cid promises a memorable culinary experience.

Tapas El Cid Flamenco Dinner Dulce

Tapas

Tapas

Chips & Salsa

Fresh cut tortilla chips tossed in lime and salt served with our housemade salsa
$6.00

El Cid Cheese Platter

curated mix of 4 Local and Spanish cheeses, "Mantequilla de Murcia" olives, rose water infused dates, fresh fruit and Jam
$20.00

Croquetas De Vegetales

Vegetable croquettes with house-pickled onions and our signature romesco sauce
$8.00

Patatas Bravas

Spanish style spiced potato wedges with brava sauce
$7.00

Calamari

Crispy fried squid seasoned with Spanish spice blend
$13.00

La Pinta Salad

Baby oak lettuce, micro herbs, Persian cucumbers, fresh tomato, house pickled onions, avocado, manchego cheese, and toasted almonds with El Cid's vinaigrette
$9.00

La Nina Salad

Baby kale, quinoa, apples, rose water infused dates and spiced goat cheese with balsamic and orange vinaigrette
$9.00

Ceviche

White fish cooked in lime juice with red onion, fresno chile, ginger and cilantro. Served with Avocado and fresh tortilla chips
$15.00

Spanish Meatballs

Spiced meatballs cooked in salsa roja española with carrots and green peas and toasted cumin seeds
$9.00

Garlic Shrimp Diablo

Garlic shrimp sauteed in a spicy roja sauce and micro herbs
$14.00

Champinones Al Ajillo

Sautéed crimini mushrooms with white wine, garlic, and parsley
$8.00

Fondata Manchega

Melted Spanish manchego cheese with raspberries and micro-herbs
$8.00

Alcauciles

Fried crispy artichoke hearts with salsa camperola
$7.00

Poke

Fresh Ahi Tuna, wakame, avocado, Persian cucumbers, pickled onions, crispy wanton and Szechwan sauce
$15.00

Paella De Mariscos

Our house specialty paella for 2 featuring saffron rice, mussels, clams, calamari, shrimp and chorizo, topped with a 4oz lobster tail
$40.00

Paella Hortelana

Our house specialty vegan paella for 2 featuring saffron rice and roasted seasoned vegetables and porcini mushrooms
$38.00

Pescado En Papillote

Sea bass baked with ras el hanout, dill, lemon, olive oil and wine. Served with seasonal roasted vegetables and citrus butter
$30.00

Lomo Campero

Spanish country style rubbed and 1 - 2 weeks cold dry cured 9 oz grilled Tenderloin filet over farro succotash and tempranillo wine sauce
$34.00

Seasonal Pasta

Add Chicken $3 or Shrimp $5

Delicia De La Granja

Sautéed porcini mushrooms over roasted vegetables and farro succotash with micro arugula
$26.00

El Cid Flamenco Dinner

El Cid Flamenco Dinner

Dulce

Dulce

Flan

Spanish style caramel egg custard
$6.00

Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie

Served with ice cream
$8.00

Seasonal Fruit Tart
$9.00