Cafe Bossa Nova Menu
Welcome to Cafe Bossa Nova, a delightful culinary haven nestled at 2701 Kavanaugh Blvd, Little Rock, AR. Specializing in authentic Brazilian cuisine, this charming café takes pride in its fresh, flavorful offerings—from the iconic Po de Queijo to the crispy Mandioca Frita. As your dining experience begins, prepare to indulge in starters that transport you straight to Brazil.
The dinner menu showcases standout dishes like the melt-in-your-mouth Glazed Salmon and the comforting Strogonoff De Frango, ensuring a gastronomical journey you won't forget. And don’t miss the indulgent desserts, especially the Four Layer Pie, a perfect symphony of textures and flavors.
With options for everyone, including vegan selections and a warm atmosphere, Cafe Bossa Nova is perfect for groups and families. The attentive staff and welcoming vibe enhance the authentic dining experience. Join us for lunch or dinner and savor the true essence of Brazilian flavors!
Starters
Po de Queijo
Rosalias very own recipe of the traditional Brazilian cheese bread. Made with yucca root flour, cheese, eggs and milk.
Mandioca Frita
The Brazilian version of French fries, deep-fried yucca root. Golden and crispy on the outside and tender inside, served with a delicious house spicy ketchup sauce.
Coxinhas
A must have at every Brazilian party. Deep-fried chicken croquette, made with unbleached flour, potato flakes, chicken breast, catupiry cheese, fresh herbs and spices, served with spicy piri-piri sauce.
Rosalia's Vegan Balls
A delicious combination of taste, flavor and texture made with organic cauliflower, sunflower seed meal, fresh herbs and spices, drizzled with a tangy maple syrup sauce.
Vegan Po de Queijo
Iscas De Frango
Chicken bites. Our breaded and boneless chicken bites are an easy pleaser. Served with our house dipping sauce for dipping.
Mista Salad
Organic mixed baby greens, mandarin oranges, caramelized slivered almonds, drizzled with our house salad dressing.
Chicken & Hearts of Palm Soup
Delicious creation from Rosalias chicken stroganoff recipe.
Kale & Brussels Sprouts Salad
Shredded organic kale and brussels sprouts, roasted almonds and dried cranberries, with house made honey lemon dressing.
#3. Soup
Random creations of unique flavors that will delight the most demanding palate. Please contact the merchant for soup selection.
Vegan Black Bean Soup
Fresh black beans, red onions, garlic, bay leaves, fresh herbs, tomato, and jalapeos. Feel good food.
Soups & Salads
All Day
Crepes De Frango
House made crepes, rolled with shredded chicken, catupiry cheese, fresh herbs and spices, baked in catupiry cheese or marinara sauce, served over rice and mista salad.
Salpicao
Finger shredded cooked chicken breast, fuji apples, carrots, sweet peas, herbs and spices, lightly mixed with mayo. Served over rice with mista salad, topped with batata palha.
Tacos Da Lapa
Hand-made tortillas, sizzling chicken breast strips, red onions, red bell pepper and mozzarella cheese drizzled with a spicy pink chipotle sauce then topped with cilantro. Served black beans, rice, and vinaigrette.
Brasileirissimo
Our traditional black beans and rice, collard greens, vinaigrette, served with choice of pan-seared sizzling sirloin steak or chicken breast topped with grilled onions.
Redeemer Bowl
Roasted cauliflower, quinoa and brown rice, chickpeas, black beans, tomato, and baked sweet potato chunks, served over a bed of greens, drizzled with lemon garlic tahini sauce and sprinkled with sesame seeds and topped with sliced avocado and mango salsa.
Rice Com Feijao
Can you believe beans can taste that good? Black beans and rice served with Brazilian style collard green salad, and vinaigrette - tomato slaw.
Feijoada
Saturday special. Brazilian soul-food. Black beans, assorted sausages, smoked pork hocks, spices and fresh herbs. Served with baked baby back ribs, rice, farofa, collard greens, vinaigrette and an orange slice.
Frango Caipira
Friday special. Traditional brazilian country chicken recipe cooked in its own juices with spices and fresh herbs. Served with black beans, rice, and brazilian style collard greens salad.
Tilapia Assada
A house favorite. Pan-seared tilapia topped with aromatic basil pesto-contains pine nuts and parmesan. Served over rice with mista salad.
Cakes De Salmao
Deep-fried salmon cakes, made with rice, cheddar cheese, and fresh herbs. Served with mista salad, and cream of tartar sauce.
Glazed Salmon Dinner
Delicious melt in your mouth salmon with Asian style glaze made from ginger, brown sugar, lime juice, soy sauce and roasted garlic. Served with rice and sauted asparagus.
Strogonoff De Frango Dinner
Pulled chicken breast, Brazilian imported hearts of palm, and mushrooms, cooked in a white wine sauce with garlic, onions, tomatoes, fresh herbs and creme de leite. Served with rice and batata palha.
Picanha Na Tabua Dinner
A very popular cut of beef in brazil, called sirloin cap in the US. spiced with salt and pepper, pan-seared, and brought to the table on a hot iron skillet to be cooked to desired doneness. Served with rice, vinaigrette, farofa, French fries and fried banana.
Moqueca De Palmito Dinner
Imported Brazilian hearts of palm, mushrooms, assorted bell peppers, onions, tomatoes. Fresh herbs and spices, drizzled with dend - palm oil, and coconut milk. Served with rice. Vegan.
Moqueca de Peixe
Mahi-mahi steak, shrimp and scallops stew, fragrant with garlic, onions, dend - palm oil, red bell peppers, fresh herbs, spices and enriched with coconut milk. Served in a steaming pot, with rice.
Scallopini De Frango Dinner
Pan-seared floured chicken breast fillets, baked in a creamy lemon sauce, topped with parmesan cheese and capers. Served with rice and sauted asparagus.
Dinner Menu
Kids Menu
Kids Octo Mac
Macaroni and cheese served with an octopus-shaped wiener.
Kids Beans & Rice
12 oz. bowl of our delicious and nutritious black beans and rice.
Kids Chicken Tender
3 crispy and tender made to order breaded chicken strips served with French fries.
Four Layer Pie
A silky, crunchy, crispy, and delicious combination of texture and flavor. Four layers of pure pleasure: pecan shortcake crust, cream cheese custard, chocolate pudding, house-made whipped cream, topped with shaved chocolate.
Creme Brulee
Creamy and silky delicious custard topped with crispy burnt sugar.
Tres Leites
Rosalias family recipe of this marvelous cake, soaked with the combinations of three milks, topped with creamy light meringue, and sprinkled with shredded coconut.
Pudim De Leite
Very creamy and delicious Brazilian style flan baked-on caramel sauce.
Dessert of the Day
Surprise yourself with our mystery dessert. It changes all of the time, so you'll never know what you're going to get... But you can be sure it will be delicious!!!
Desserts
Beverages
Guarana
Brazilian soft drink. Made from a fruit from the Amazon Rainforest, guarana is a typical Brazilian soft drink with a unique flavor. Refreshing and full of energy, it is unlike anything you have ever tried before. The taste every Brazilian loves is ready for the world.
