Txokos Kitchen, East End Market’s newest full service restaurant is trendy, flavorful and bursting with culinary creativity. We frequently dine at Spanish River Grill in New Smyrna Beach, so we were delighted to hear about Chef Henry bringing his culinary expertise to Orlando.
The menu at Txokos Kitchen is seasonally driven by Chef Henry’s access to the East End Market vegetable garden, local seafood and Florida farmers. Take your pick between Pintxos (small plates), Spanish wines, salads and memorable entrees. At Txokos there’s something for every appetite and you’re sure to enjoy a classic dish with a twist inside this quaint restaurant.
After two visits here’s our list of “can’t miss” menu items:
- Figs & Queso: Skewered Manchego, Figs and Sherry Dressing. The cheese is strong but it’s balanced out nicely with the fig flavor.
- Skirt Steak: Pimenton marinated, Wood Grilled, Green Olive Garlic Relish and Piquillo Puree. One of their small plates, but large enough to make it a meal along with a salad or appetizer. One of the most interesting marinades I’ve experienced, this steak will leave your taste buds rejoicing.
- Salmon Trinxat: Serrano ham wrapped, Yukon gold-collard gratin, tinta, charred orange marmalade. The ultimate land and sea combination, an unexpected duo that pairs together seamlessly.
- Pork Chop: Bone-in Heritage Durac pork, Florida succotash, fig demi and house-made pepitas. Pork chops can easily be dull and dry, but this dish was tender and rich with flavor.
Txokos Kitchen is located at 3201 Corrine Drive, Suite 100, Orlando, FL inside East End Market.
