Seafood paella... LA Shrimp, Squid and mussels
Caribbean Fish - Gulf Fish - Guajillo Sauce
Place Category: Caribbean, Latin American, Outside Dining, Private Dining, Seafood, Small Plates, and Weekend BrunchPlace Tags: Chef Owned and Operated, Dog Friendly Patio, and Warehouse Guide
We are a Latin style tapas restaurant located in the heart of the Arts District in Downtown New Orleans right across from The Saenger Theater. Bésame combines the fresh seafood from the Gulf of Mexico with Latin and Caribbean flavors from Mexico and South America.
Every plate achieves that elusive, cuisine-defining balance of sweet, salty, and sour – dessert. Our bar program explores unique wines and spirits from Latin America like, Pisco, Brandy, Mezcal and Rum
We accept a limited number of reservations up to one month in advance for parties of up to 8 guests.
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Besame Menu - New Orleans Updated 12/2/21
Menu and prices subject to changeCEVICHES
PERUVIAN
Gulf Fish, Aji Amarillo, Leche de Tigre, Sweet potatoOAXACAN
Gulf Fish, Mezcal, Roasted Guajillo, Cucumber, TomatoSHRIMP
Shrimp, Serrano-Cucumber Broth, Mint, OnionsCARIBBEAN
Gulf fish, Coconut Milk, pineapple, Habanero, MadurosSALMON
Passion fruit, Avocado, Chili oil
TAPAS
GUACAMOLE
Lime, serrano, pico, pork chicharronCRAWFISH QUESO
Crawfish, sour cream, picoPORK EMPANADAS
Cochinita pibil, curtido, avocado cremaPICADILLO EMPANADAS
Sweet potato, beans, soy, curtido, cheeseAL PASTOR SANDWICH
Achiote pork, pineapple glaze, cheese, avocado cremaASADA SANDWICH
Grilled steak, chimichurri, cheese, chipotle mayoAREPAS
Braised pork, chipotle slaw, avocado crema, cheeseFISH TACOS
Tempura fried fish, chipotle slaw, pickled onionsSHRIMP TACOS
Tempura fried shrimp, pineapple habanero aioli, pickled onionsCAULIFLOWER TACOS
Roasted cauliflower, cashew habanero crema, pico
PLATOS
SEAFOOD PAELLA
Shrimp, squid, mussels, zafron riceCARIBBEAN FISH
Pan seared fish, coconut milk, guajillo, madurosCHURRASCO
Grilled steak, chimichurri, papas bravasLOMO SALTADO
Tenderloin tips, onions, tomatoes, soy glaze, crispy potatoesCOCHINITA
Yucatan style pork, pickled cabage, tortillas
DESSERT
COCONUT FLAN
Coconut egg custard, passion fruit glaze, strawberriesMADUROS FOSTER
Sweet plantains, ice creamSWEET EMPANADAS
Seasonal fillingGELATO
Assorted seasonal flavor made in-houseCHEF NANYO DOMINGUEZ: EXECUTIVE CHEF AND OWNER AT BÉSAME
Nanyo Dominguez, grew up in Puebla, Mexico, where he started cooking at age ten. He specializes in authentic Mexican cuisine from across the country as well as Latin American flavor influenced by his travels and 16 years living in New York where a wide variety of Latin cuisines are available.
Chef Dominguez has created a fun menu of the most recognized Latin dishes, adding his own twist at Bésame, right here en Nueva Orleans. His dishes are from all over Latin America, including Argentina, Peru, Honduras, Yucatan, Oaxaca and Mexico City.
From fresh salsas and ceviches, guacamole, jicama salad, empanadas, tacos and specialty dishes like paella, he uses the freshest, locally-sourced ingredients.
Dominguez also spent time cooking in California and New York before working for Chef Aarón Sánchez at Paloma in Connecticut. He then helped open “Johnny Sanchez” in New Orleans.
He was the Chef de Cuisine at the Peruvian restaurant “Tito’s Ceviche & Pisco” before joining Espíritu. Chef Nanyo was named as the “New Orleans Chef to Watch” in 2018 by The Times-Picayune.
SPECIAL EVENTS & PRIVATE PARTIES
Our Dining room can be divided for private parties or events with a minimum of 20 guests
THE PRIVATE ROOM
Seats up to 20A blend of lounge and dinning room this intimate space is the perfect space for any occasion including business meeting with on-site projector
FULL RESTAURANT BUY OUT
Seats up to 40Celebrate that special occasion for up to 40 guest, our restaurant can comfortably accommodate your guests. includes bar, lounge and dinning room areas. Available on closed nights