El Novillo - Miami Lakes

4.7

333 Reviews

$30 and under

Steakhouse

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 12 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Good for groups
Good for special occasions

El Novillo Restaurant is a family owned and operated Latin American Steakhouse, that has been operating its multiple locations in South Florida since the 1980's. We specialize in serving "Churrascos", cut from lean tenderloins that are grilled and marinated in our homemade fresh "Chimichurri" sauce.

We also serve 100% all-natural chicken breast, shrimp, fish, pork, and various other selections. Sensational appetizer options include fried cheese, refried beans, small meat tacos with sour cream, and more.

Finish your meal with our traditional "Tres Leches", "Carmel Flan", or "Pio-Quinto" Rum Sponge cake.
El Novillo keeps the Latin spirit going with its live music in the evening on the weekends, and special pricing for large group events, which include beverage, main course, and dessert, starting at and affordable $30.99 a per person. To inquire about hosting an event with us, please email us at elnovillo.gm@att.net

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Latin American, Contemporary Latin American
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00–21:00 Fri 12:00–21:30 Sat 12:00–22:00
Phone number
(305) 819-2755
Website
http://elnovillorestaurant.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Not offered
Private party facilities
Our restaurant specializes in hosting large groups of up to 150 guests. We offer various dinning fixed price menus, starting at $30.99 per person + tax/tip. Details can be found at our website www.elnovillorestaurant.com. To inquire for space and availability, please reach out to our manager on duty at 305-819-2755 or email elnovillo.gm@att.net

Location
15450 New Barn Rd, Miami Lakes, FL 33014
Area
Miami Lakes
Cross Street
Main Street and New Barn Road
Parking details
There is no fee to park, and plenty of parking provided.
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Grilled Chicken KabobUS$6.99
Marinated chicken in our special BBQ sauce [Pollo marinado en salsa de Barbacoa]
Beans "Ollita"US$5.99
Our delicious bean casserole served with fried cheese and corn tortilla [Frijoles molidos servidos con queso frito y tortilla]
Fried CheeseUS$7.50
A favorite, served with corn tortilla and our typical slaw salad [Al estilo nica, servido con tortilla y ensalada de repollo]
Repocheta "El Novillo"US$5.99
Cheese-filled grilled corn tortilla [Tortilla de maíz rellena de queso derretido]
VigoronUS$5.99
Pork craklings and yuca with a slaw and tomato vinaigrette salad [Chicharrones servidos con yuca cocida y ensalada de repollo]
Country SausageUS$6.50
Thick slices of country sausage, served with "salsa criolla" and tortilla [Chorizo servido con tortilla y ensalada de repollo]
Beef TacosUS$6.99
Six small fresh tenderloin tacos served with sour cream and our slaw salad [Seis taquitos de carne aderezada, servidos con ensalada de repollo]
Sautéed MushroomsUS$5.99
Fresh mushrooms sautéed with garlic and wine [Hongos frescos salteados en ajo y vino]
Pork Baby RibsUS$7.50
Nicaraguan style baby ribs served with corn tortilla and our slaw salad [Costillitas estilo Nicaraguense con tortilllas y ensalada de repollo]
Shrimp CocktailUS$11.99
Served in our special red sauce [Servido en nuestra deliciosa salsa roja]
"El Novillo" CocktailUS$12.99
Oysters, Shrimp and Ceviche [Ostras, camarones y ceviche de pescado]
Shrimp CervicheUS$11.99
Gulf shrimp in lime juice and spices [Marinado en jugo de limon y condimentos]
Fish CervicheUS$10.99
Sea bass in lime juice and spices [Marinado en jugo de limón]
Sample Platters (Small – Serves Two)
Seleccíon de nuestros mejores bocadillos
- Small - Serves TwoUS$15.99
- Medium - Serves FourUS$21.99
- Large - Serves SixUS$26.99

Soups & Salads

French Onion SoupUS$6.50
French style onion soup [Sopa de cebolla estilo francés]
Chicken SoupUS$5.99
Home style chicken soup [Sopa de pollo de la casa]
El Novillo SaladUS$14.99
Marinated tenderloin or chicken breast slices on a bed of mixed greens topped with roasted tomatoes, onions and red peppers, mushrooms, cheese, croutons, in balsamic vinaigrette [Fajitas de filete marinado, servidas sobre lechuga con tomate, cebolla, ají rojo y hongos salteados en salsa balsámica]
Chicken Caesar SaladUS$13.99
Chicken breast strips marinated in either our chimichurri sauce, on a bed of romaine lettuce, fresh mushrooms and onions [Pechuga marinada en nuestra salsa chimichurri o salsa de de achiote; sobre lechuga romana, hongos frescos y cebolla]
Caesar SaladUS$9.99
Original recipe with our house croutons, parmesan cheese and anchovies [Una receta original con nuestros crutones, queso parmesano y anchoas]
Palmito SaladUS$10.99
Costa Rican heart of palm on a bed of mixed greens, with tomatoes, sliced eggs, grapefruit slices, with our Chef's dressing [Palmito, lechuga, tomate, huevo, toronja y aliño del Chef]
Portobello SaladUS$10.99
Delicious grilled portobello mushroom, tomatoes, with our Chef's dressing [Un delicioso hongo portobello a la parrilla con tomates y el aliño del Chef]

Executive Lunch Specials

Executive ChurrascoUS$16.99
The finest cut of center tenderloin, charbroiled to your taste, with your choice of our three famous sauces: Chimichurri (parsley, garlic, spices and olive oil); tomato and onion red sauce; or our Nicaraguan style pickled onions [En Nicaragua cortamos los Churrascos del centro del filete, la mejor parte de la res, lo abrimos, y lo cocinamos a la parrilla al termino de su preferencia. Servido con tres salsas tradicionales: chimichurri (perejil, ajo, aceite de oliva), salsa roja de tomate y cebolla, o encurtido de cebolla]
Executive Chicken ChurrascoUS$14.99
Boneless and butterflied chicken breast charbroiled in chimichurri sauce [Pechuga de pollo a la parrilla]
Tenderloin Tips with Jalapeño SauceUS$15.99
Charbroiled, served with our famous medium hot creamy jalapeño and onion sauce [Servidos con nuestra semi-picante y cremosa salsa de jalapeños y cebolla]
Medallion Marchand de VinUS$13.99
A 6 oz. medallion served in a wine and mushroom sauce [Dos medallones de 6 oz. servidos en salsa de hongo y vino]
Central American SteakUS$14.99
Tenderloin tip served with tacos, fried cheese, and sausage, with criolla salad
Steak and OnionsUS$13.99
Juicy tenderloin steak served with sautéed onions [Jugoso bistec cubierto de cebollas salteadas]
Nicaraguan FajitasUS$14.99
Sizzling tenderloin or chicken strips sautéed with onions, peppers and mushrooms and served with our traditional side dishes listed below [Fajitas de carne o pollo salteadas en vegetales]
Chicken Breast in White SauceUS$15.99
Boneless chicken breast in a creamy white wine and mushroom sauce [Pechuga de pollo en una salsa cremosa de vino y hongos]
Salmon Fish FilletUS$17.99
Broiled salmon fish fillet with vegetables
Broiled Fish FilletUS$13.99
White fish fillet broiled with a touch of lemon [Filete de pescado con limon]
Achiote Pork TenderloinUS$15.99
Butterflied lean pork tenderloin, marinated in our own tangy achiote sauce [Filete de cerdo marinado en nuestra salsa de achiote]
Shrimps on the SideUS$11.99
Additional shrimp cooked in your favorite sauce to go with any dish [Camarones addicionales cocinadas en su salsa favorita]
Three Way ShrimpUS$16.99
Choose your favorite way to enjoy our delicious shrimp: - In our famous mild Jalapeño creamy sauce; in our special garlic sauce; or in a Nicaraguan style tomato, onion mild red sauce; all in a bed of white rice

From the Grill

"El Novillo" ChurrascoUS$24.99
Our classic, 12 oz [El clásico 12 oz]
"Baby" ChurrascoUS$19.99
Our medium, 8 oz. 8 oz
The "Big Daddy" ChurrascoUS$29.99
Our extra large, 16 oz. 16 oz
Chicken ChurrascoUS$17.99
Butterflied choice breast [Pechuga de pollo a la parrilla]
Grilled PortobelloUS$16.99
Two grilled portobello mushrooms [Dos hongos portobello a la parrilla]
Tenderloin Shish KabobUS$17.99
Charbroiled tenderloin squares marinated in herbs and oil [Pincho de filete marinado]
Sizzling SteakUS$17.99
Butterflied tenderloin steak served on a hot sizzling platter [Filete de res servido sobre una plancha caliente]
Charboiled Steak (Carne Asada)US$17.99
For all "Carne Asada" lovers, delicious charbroiled skirt steak [Delicioso corte de falda cocinado a la parrilla]
Medallions Marchand de VinUS$20.99
Two 6 oz. medallions served with a wine and mushroom sauce [Dos medallones de 6 oz. servidos en salsa de hongo y vino]
Steak and OnionsUS$17.99
Juicy tenderloin steak smothered in sautéed onions [Jugoso bistec cubierto de cebollas salteadas]
Chef's Special Nicaraguan FajitasUS$17.99
Sizzling tenderloin or chicken strips, sautéed in a vegetable mix served with our traditional sides dishes listed below [Fajitas de carne o pollo salteadas en vegetales]
Achiote Pork TenderloinUS$18.99
Butterflied lean pork tenderloin, marinated in our own tangy achiote sauce [Filete de cerdo marinado en nuestra salsa de achiote]
Tenderloin Tips with Jalapeño SauceUS$20.99
Charbroiled to perfection, served with our medium hot creamy jalapeño and onion sauce [Servidos con nuestra semi-picante y cremosa salsa de jalapeños y cebolla]
Taconazo "El Novillo"US$22.99
12 oz. thick tenderloin cut resembling a high heel, charbroiled in a buttery garlic and mushroom sauce [12 oz. en forma de un tacón, cocinado en una salsa de ajo, mantequilla y hongos]
Chicken Breast in White SauceUS$18.99
Boneless chicken breast in a creamy white wine and mushroom sauce [Pechuga de pollo en una salsa cremosa de vino y hongos]
Additional ShrimpUS$10.99
Add Shrimp in the style of your choice to any of our entrées [Agrege camarones a su gusto a cualquiera de nuestros platos. (Preparados a la parrilla, en salsa jalapeña, al ajillo o enchilados)]
Side Order of Our Delicious Jalapeño SauceUS$3.50
This sauce goes well with all our entrées [Combina maravillosamente con todos nuestros platos]

Seafood

Churrasco and LobsterUS$37.99
A surf and turf specialty combination of our finest dishes, the 8 oz. Churrasco and the 6 oz. lobster tail
Tipitapa Whole FishUS$20.99
Dipped in a cornmeal and herbs mixture, served with a tomato and onions sauce [Pescado entero, empanizado y frito, servido en una salsa de tomate y cebolla]
Fish Fillet – Broiled or MeuniereUS$18.99
White fish fillet, prepared in either: Classic meuniere sauce. Our delicious jalapeño sauce. Our special El Novillo creole sauce [Filete de pescado preparado a su gusto: En salsa meuniere o salsa de mantequilla y ajo. En salsa jalapeña. En salsa criolla]
Shrimp KabobUS$23.99
Grilled marinated shrimp with peppers and onions [Marinados y cocinados a la plancha con ají verde y cebolla]
Shrimp CasinoUS$24.99
Shrimp individually wrapped in bacon, peppers and onions, grilled with a butter and mushroom sauce [Camarones enrollados en tocino, con ají verde, cebolla y una salsa de mantequilla y hongos]
Shrimp Your WayUS$23.99
Large sautéed shrimp in either: classic garlic and butter sauce, or our delicious jalapeño sauce, or our special El Novillo creole sauce [Camarones grandes, salteados y preparados a su gusto en: la forma clásica al ajillo, o nuestra deliciosa salsa jalapeña, nuestra salsa criolla "El Novillo"]
Lobster ThermidorUS$42.99
12-14 oz. lobster prepared in the traditional manner [Langosta de 12-14 oz. preparada en la forma tradicional]
Grilled LobsterUS$41.99
12-14 oz. lobster grilled and prepared in either: our delicious jalapeño sauce, or our special El Novillo creole sauce [Langosta de 12-14 oz. cocinada a la parrilla preparada a su gusto en: salsa de mantequilla y ajo, o salsa jalapeña, o nuestra salsa criolla "El Novillo"]
Seafood Combination PlatterUS$38.99
5 marinated shrimp, a 6 OZ lobster tail, and a fish fillet served with vegetables [Cinco camarones, cola de langosta de 6 oz. y filete de pescado]

For Kids

Mini ChurrascoUS$9.99
Served with french fries and a free soda [Servido con papitas fritas y una soda gratis]
Mini ChickenUS$8.99
Served with french fries and a free soda [Servido con papitas fritas y una soda gratis]
Chicken FingersUS$8.99
Served with french fries and a free soda [Servidos con papitas fritas y una soda gratis]

Coffee & Desserts

"El Novillo" Rum CoffeeUS$6.50
Expresso, Flor de Caña rum, Whipped Cream and Cinnamon
CappuccinoUS$3.75
CortaditoUS$2.99
Regular, Expresso and DecafUS$2.50
Caramel FlanUS$4.99
Cheese FlanUS$4.99
Coconut FlanUS$5.99
Chocolate Mousse CakeUS$6.99
Chocolate Ice CreamUS$5.50
Passion Fruit Mango CheesecakeUS$7.50
Pio QuintoUS$6.99
Tres LechesUS$6.50
Tres Leches PlusUS$6.99
Vanilla Ice CreamUS$5.50

What 333 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.8Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Miami - Dade
Best Value
Miami - Dade
Steakhouse

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

El Novillo in Miami Lakes offers a "wonderful dining experience" with consistently "delicious food" and "excellent service." Known for its churrasco, patrons praise the "artful preparation" and "amazing staff." The "Nicaraguan-themed ambiance" adds to the charm, making it a "great place for family gatherings." Some mention "loud noise levels," but overall satisfaction is high.

333 Reviews

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Maibys VIP
Miami3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely lovely experience, food is excellent, services, drinks, ambience!
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Liudelis
Fort Lauderdale2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is very tasty and the service exceptional.
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Juan VIP
Miami3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
we have been here many many times , but Saturday was above and beyond the best time we have ever been their , like new and improved night wow , our server was just on point his timing was perfect even for water , i forgot his name but he has a arm tattoo young kid in his 20s , the food was spectacular like always , where they needed a little help was getting in even if you had a reservation but they were on point got that small detail fixed it was incredible wow
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OpenTable Diner
Miami1 review
5.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excelente servicio y buena comida con buen ambiente familiar
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Eric
Miami1 review
5.0
Dined on 14 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
When perfection is achieved, you don't mess with it. They have achieved perfection year after year, and because of that consistency, my family and I keep coming back. Service is always excellent as well. Every server we've interacted with has been courteous and friendly. Keep up the good work!
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melissa VIP
Miami8 reviews
4.0
Dined on 2 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Always a pleasure dining at El Novello in Miami Lakes. Great service and great food.
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Alicia
Miami1 review
5.0
Dined on 27 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Locale, food, service were all outstanding. The only issue was an alarm going off that obliterated the music. Don't know the reason the alarm could not be shut off. It's been a while since I dined at El Novillo and hoped they had kept the quality. I was happy to find out that they had.
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Vivian
Miami1 review
5.0
Dined on 7 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place was wonderful and I would highly recommend if you love Nicaraguan food, I really enjoyed the ambiance of the restaurant very elegant and different and the food was amazing, the server was fast, proficient in English and Spanish, and attentive.
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Ibis
Fort Lauderdale2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place got dinner, good is excellent!! Have been going there at least a couple of times a year since they opened in Miami Lakes and they have never disappointed me.
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Richard VIP
Miami1 review
1.0
Dined on 1 January 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Went to El Novillo in Miami Lakes with our family and grandkids. It turned out to be the worst dining experience we've ever had. After ordering appetizers, two bottles of wine and a couple of drinks, we ordered our steaks. It took Betsy a half hour to come back to tell us they didn't have the big daddy steaks (16 oz churrasco). for any of us, which is what we all ordered. They said they only had two of them available and we were a group of 8 adults whom had ordered the 16 oz steak. We asked to give us each two smaller steaks (8 oz churrasco, which is also on the menu) to make up for the large one instead, and she straight out said no, that they couldn't do that. We asked for the manager to see what could be done since we didn't want to ruin our family dinner. The Manager came and said "sorry, we cannot do that, you guys can figure out what you want to order next" and he walked away. He was very unapologetic and very unprofessional. We couldn't understand how they could not combine 2 of the 8 oz steaks per person which equaled the 16 oz size one we had ordered. Seems like they just wanted to make this dining experience difficult for us for no reason. We dine out alot and I've never seen a restaurant manger act so rude and not give other food options or even say something pleasant. Betsy brought us the bill of what we had consumed and not even an apology (basically we paid for two bottles of wine which we left most of it behind because the intention was to drink it with our meals). Paid for the sampler platter which looked like a pile of cheese and sausage piled up on one plate (terrible presentation) and 3 drinks and one soda. For much less than what we experienced at El Novillo last night, we've had managers give us vouchers to go back another day and dine at their restaurants or even give a free appetizer and or deserts to compensate for the inconvenience. Not that anyone wants any free stuff, but it's a nice gesture coming from the restaurant..
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FAQs

El Novillo - Miami Lakes offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (305) 819-2755.

El Novillo - Miami Lakes is rated 4.7 stars by 333 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 12 times today

Order delivery or takeout

15450 New Barn Rd, Miami Lakes, FL 33014

Additional information

Cross Street
Main Street and New Barn Road
Area
Miami Lakes
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00–21:00 Fri 12:00–21:30 Sat 12:00–22:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Latin American, Contemporary Latin American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
There is no fee to park, and plenty of parking provided.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://elnovillorestaurant.com/
Phone number
(305) 819-2755
Catering
Not offered
Private party facilities
Our restaurant specializes in hosting large groups of up to 150 guests. We offer various dinning fixed price menus, starting at $30.99 per person + tax/tip. Details can be found at our website www.elnovillorestaurant.com. To inquire for space and availability, please reach out to our manager on duty at 305-819-2755 or email elnovillo.gm@att.net

El Novillo - Miami Lakes

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Starters

Grilled Chicken KabobUS$6.99

Beans "Ollita"US$5.99

Fried CheeseUS$7.50

Repocheta "El Novillo"US$5.99

VigoronUS$5.99

Country SausageUS$6.50

Beef TacosUS$6.99

Sautéed MushroomsUS$5.99

Pork Baby RibsUS$7.50

Shrimp CocktailUS$11.99

"El Novillo" CocktailUS$12.99

Shrimp CervicheUS$11.99

Fish CervicheUS$10.99

Sample Platters (Small – Serves Two)

Soups & Salads

French Onion SoupUS$6.50

Chicken SoupUS$5.99

El Novillo SaladUS$14.99

Chicken Caesar SaladUS$13.99

Caesar SaladUS$9.99

Palmito SaladUS$10.99

Portobello SaladUS$10.99

Executive Lunch Specials

Executive ChurrascoUS$16.99

Executive Chicken ChurrascoUS$14.99

Tenderloin Tips with Jalapeño SauceUS$15.99

Medallion Marchand de VinUS$13.99

Central American SteakUS$14.99

Steak and OnionsUS$13.99

Nicaraguan FajitasUS$14.99

Chicken Breast in White SauceUS$15.99

Salmon Fish FilletUS$17.99

Broiled Fish FilletUS$13.99

Achiote Pork TenderloinUS$15.99

Shrimps on the SideUS$11.99

Three Way ShrimpUS$16.99

From the Grill

"El Novillo" ChurrascoUS$24.99

"Baby" ChurrascoUS$19.99

The "Big Daddy" ChurrascoUS$29.99

Chicken ChurrascoUS$17.99

Grilled PortobelloUS$16.99

Tenderloin Shish KabobUS$17.99

Sizzling SteakUS$17.99

Charboiled Steak (Carne Asada)US$17.99

Medallions Marchand de VinUS$20.99

Steak and OnionsUS$17.99

Chef's Special Nicaraguan FajitasUS$17.99

Achiote Pork TenderloinUS$18.99

Tenderloin Tips with Jalapeño SauceUS$20.99

Taconazo "El Novillo"US$22.99

Chicken Breast in White SauceUS$18.99

Additional ShrimpUS$10.99

Side Order of Our Delicious Jalapeño SauceUS$3.50

Seafood

Churrasco and LobsterUS$37.99

Tipitapa Whole FishUS$20.99

Fish Fillet – Broiled or MeuniereUS$18.99

Shrimp KabobUS$23.99

Shrimp CasinoUS$24.99

Shrimp Your WayUS$23.99

Lobster ThermidorUS$42.99

Grilled LobsterUS$41.99

Seafood Combination PlatterUS$38.99

For Kids

Mini ChurrascoUS$9.99

Mini ChickenUS$8.99

Chicken FingersUS$8.99

Coffee & Desserts

"El Novillo" Rum CoffeeUS$6.50

CappuccinoUS$3.75

CortaditoUS$2.99

Regular, Expresso and DecafUS$2.50

Caramel FlanUS$4.99

Cheese FlanUS$4.99