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Grillers Puerto Rico's Fritanguita is a shareable Puerto Rican sampler platter with Bacalaito Grillers, Sorullitos de Maíz, Mini Alcapurrias, and Queso Frito — the best introduction to Boricua street food, available at all 3 Central Florida locations.
The Fritanguita is Grillers Puerto Rico's ultimate sampler — a shareable platter that brings together the greatest hits of Puerto Rican fritanga culture in one spectacular starter. Fritanga refers to the beloved Puerto Rican street food tradition of fried bites and savory fritters, and our Fritanguita platter is the definitive version of that tradition in Central Florida.
On the platter you'll find our signature Bacalaito Grillers (the codfish fritter stuffed with shrimp, conch, and octopus), Sorullitos de Maíz (sweet corn fritters), Mini Alcapurrias (beef-stuffed plantain fritters), and Queso Frito (golden fried cheese) — each one a classic of Puerto Rican street food and home cooking. It's the ideal way to experience the breadth of Puerto Rican snacking culture in a single order.
Whether you're introducing friends to Puerto Rican cuisine for the first time or you're a Boricua who grew up on these flavors, the Fritanguita speaks to everyone. It's the most popular starter at Grillers Puerto Rico and the dish we most recommend for groups. Available at all three Central Florida locations — order it first, share it freely, and let the real meal begin.
What Makes Ours Special
Puerto Rican Fritter Sampler
Bacalaito, sorullitos, alcapurrias & queso frito — the full fritanga experience in one plate
Perfect for Sharing
The ideal starter for groups and the best way to introduce guests to Puerto Rican cuisine
Every Fritter a Classic
Each item on the Fritanguita platter is a staple of authentic Puerto Rican street food culture
Available at All 3 Locations
Find the Fritanguita at Kissimmee, Chickasaw Trail & OBT
Find This Dish
Fritanguita on the Menu
Every preparation, every variety — find all fritanguita dishes at Grillers Puerto Rico.
SORULLITOS DE MAÍZ
Corn Fritters
Fried corn rolls made with semi-sweet cornmeal, served with mayoketchup.
$8QUESO FRITO
Fried Cheese
(8) Fried fresh cheese pieces and guava sauce.
$10MINI ALCAPURRIAS
Mini Beef Fritters
(4) Fried plantain dough fritters filled with ground beef.
$10MINI EMPANADAS
Mini Empanadas
(6) Filled empanadas: (2) ground beef, (2) chicken, and (2) roasted pork. Served with mayoketchup.
$10BACALAITOS GRILLERS
Grillers Codfish Fritters
Caribbean traditional bacalaitos served with a side of aioli sauce.
$11MINI PIONONOS
Mini Sweet Plantain Fritters
(3) Balls of ripe plantain dough filled with ground beef and Monterey Jack, served with cheddar cheese sauce.
$10DIP DE QUESO BLANCO
White Cheese Dip
Creamy white cheese dip served with crispy fried malanguitas. Add chorizo $2, shrimp $3, or churrasco $4.
$14FRITANGUITA
Fritanguita Sampler
(8) Corn fritters, (8) fried cheese, (4) beef alcapurrias, (6) mixed mini empanadas, and plantain chips. Served with mayoketchup, guava sauce, and hot sauce.
$39CALAMARES FRITOS
Fried Calamari
Breaded, fried calamari rings, served with aioli sauce.
$14CHICHARRÓN CON GUACAMOLE
Crispy Pork with Guacamole
Crispy pork bites with fresh, creamy guacamole.
$22CÓCTEL PULPO
Octopus Cocktail
6 oz of octopus salad served with plantain chips.
$16CÓCTEL CARRUCHO
Conch Cocktail
6 oz of conch salad served with plantain chips.
$19CÓCTEL PULPO Y CARRUCHO
Octopus and Conch Cocktail
4 oz of conch salad and 4 oz of octopus salad served with plantain chips.
$24CROQUETAS DE RISOTTO
Risotto Croquettes
(5) Panko-breaded risotto balls filled with Spanish chorizo, mushrooms, and onion, served with vodka sauce and topped with Parmesan cheese.
$11½ lb MORCILLA DE LA CASA
House Blood Sausage (½ lb)
Puerto Rican blood sausage seasoned with rice, herbs, and spices.
$101 lb LONGANIZA DE LA CASA
House Longaniza Sausage (1 lb)
Choose between chicken or pork.
$12Frequently Asked Questions
What is a fritanguita?
A fritanguita is a Puerto Rican sampler platter of fried street food snacks (frituras). At Grillers Puerto Rico, our Fritanguita platter includes our signature Bacalaito Grillers, Sorullitos de Maíz, Mini Alcapurrias, and Queso Frito — a collection of Puerto Rico's most beloved fried bites.
What's included in the Fritanguita at Grillers?
Our Fritanguita platter includes: Bacalaito Grillers (codfish fritter stuffed with shrimp, conch & octopus), Sorullitos de Maíz (sweet corn fritters), Mini Alcapurrias (beef-stuffed plantain fritters), and Queso Frito (fried cheese). Each one is a classic of Puerto Rican cuisine.
Is the Fritanguita good for sharing?
Absolutely — the Fritanguita is designed to be shared. It's our most popular starter for groups and the perfect introduction to Puerto Rican cuisine for first-time guests. Order one for the table and let everyone try a bit of everything.
Where can I get Puerto Rican appetizers near Orlando?
Grillers Puerto Rico serves the best Puerto Rican appetizers in Central Florida at three locations: Kissimmee (E Irlo Bronson Hwy), East Orlando (Chickasaw Trail), and South Orlando (Orange Blossom Trail). All three locations serve the full Fritanguita platter.
Can I order the Fritanguita for delivery?
Yes! The Fritanguita is available for delivery via Uber Eats at all 3 locations. Search 'Grillers Puerto Rico' on your preferred delivery app.
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