BaBaLoo Lounge Menu
Welcome to BaBaLoo Lounge in Palm Desert, CA, a Cuban-inspired gastropub and lounge that brings a taste of Havana to the desert. This vibrant and lively spot offers a unique dining experience with its Cuban atmosphere, live music, and flavorful menu.
Customers rave about the Cuban sandwich, which is a standout dish that keeps them coming back for more. The jalapeƱo poppers and margaritas are also highly recommended for a refreshing treat. The attentive staff, excellent service, and Cuban flair create a welcoming and enjoyable dining experience for all guests.
Whether you're looking for a casual lunch, dinner with friends, or a lively evening of music and drinks, BaBaLoo Lounge has something for everyone. Don't miss out on the happy hour specials, full bar, and outdoor seating options that make this spot perfect for any occasion. Experience the flavors and charm of Cuba right here in Palm Desert at BaBaLoo Lounge.
Full Menu
Rice & Beans
usual suspects
Maduros
sweet plantain slices
Tostones
twice fried plantains
Yuca, Cerilla Or Steak Fries
Stuffed Mushrooms
minced mushroom, shallot, garlic, parmesan, and aji amarillo
Jalapeno Poppers
cream cheese, cheddar
Mozzarella Sticks
Deep Fried Mozzarella Sticks with Marinara
Chicharones
made to order with house seasoning
Babaloo Salad
heirloom tomato, red onion, balsamic vinaigrette
Stuffed Bell Pepper
half a bell pepper stuffed with beef, topped with cheese
Cuban Frita
chorizo & beef patty, frites, special sauce
Croquetas
minced ham or chicken
Croquettes ()
minced ham, or chicken
ADG Tostones
aji de gallina topped tostone
Duck Fat Fries
steak fries tossed in duck fat, garlic, parmesan & parsley
Frog Legs
house battered and spiced, served cuban or sweet soy style
Calamari
steak or fries
Caprese Cubano
mozzarella, tomato, mojo basil, oil, balsamic pearls
Serrano Y Tostones
twice fried plantains, garlic mojo oil, crispy spanish ham
Shrimp Cocktail
jumbo shrimp, cocktail sauce, lemon
Duck Wing
deep fried duck wing
Escargot
garlic, butter, pan cubano
Lamb Lillopop
marinates in olive oil, rosemary, garlic & parsley
Gator Bites
Babaloo House Sliders
pork, sloppy jose, ropa vieja
Seared Ahi Steak
cabbage, sweet soy, sesame seeds
Duck Wings
choice of hot, sweet soy, or peanut butter & sriracha guava jelly
Chicken Lollipop
hot, sweet soy & ginger or peajut butter & sriracha guava jelly
Lamb Lollipops
garlic, rosemary, parsley olive oil
Saffron Scallops
saffron seared scallops over black beans and molecajate with pico
Cuban Frita Slider
chorizo - ground pork - beef patty, crispy fries, special sauce
Calamari Steak Or Calamari Fries
house spices rubbed and grilled or fried
Chicken Tacos
Pork Tacos
Shrimp Tacos
Ribeye Tacos
Chicken
Shrimp
Combo
Pan Con Lechon
pan cubano, mojo pork, red onions, aioli
BBQ Pulled Pork
broiche, bbq, pickle, swiss cheese
Babaloo Philly
pan cubano, ribeye, onion, green bell, aioli
El Cubano
pan cubano, lechon, serrano ham, swiss, pickle, mustard, pickle
Pollo Sando
brioche, fried or grilled, aioli, lettuce, tomato, pickle
Ahi Sando
brioche, seared ahi, aioli, cucumber, cabbage, sweet soy, avocado, sriracha
Pulled Pork Sando
brioche, pork, bbq sauce, pickle
Mushroom Saltados
Chicken Saltados
Top Sirlion Saltados
Shrimp Saltados
Combo Saltados
Babaloo Burger
oz angus, lettuce, tomato, red onion, your choice of cheese on brioche
Western
oz angus, fried shallots, bbq sauce, pickle on side
The Famous Mash
brioche, peanut butter, sriracha guava jelly, bacon & cheddar
Farm House
oz angus, bacon, cheddar, fried egg, avocado, pickle, aioli & sriracha
Mash
oz angus, bacon, cheddar, peanut butter, sriracha guava jelly
Jalapeno Tuna
Aji Amarillo
Scallop Nikkei
Mushroom
Fish
Mixto
Chipotle Pollo
chipotle aioli, sweet thai chili, scallion
Ahi Poke
diced ahi, sweet ginger soy, cucumber, cabbage, sesame
Gooey Shrimp Rice Bowl
shrimp, huacatay, sweet soy, honey, green onion, sesame
Garlic Ginger Steak Rice Bowl
top sirloin, garlic, sweet ginger soy, mae ploy
Pollo
grilled chicken, mae ploy, chipotle, green onion
Aji De Gallina
Peruvian shredded chicken in a creamy aji pepper, almond, garlic & onion sauce.
Picadillo
cuban ground beef with olives
Ropa Vieja
cuban shredded beef
Lechon Asado
slow roasted pork shoulder, rice, beans, maduros
Entrana
outside skirt steak, rice, beans, maduros
Peruvian Ribeye
ribeye, cerilla fries, molecajete
Camarones Chimi
chimi shrimp, maduros, rice, beans
Filet Mignon
oz filet, rice, beans, maduros
El Jinete
swordfish, sweet thai chimi shrimp, over white rice
West Palm Beachy
outside skirt steak, scallops, white rice
Rack Of Lamb
thrice spiced lamb with your choice of two sides
El Malecon
ribeye, sweet thai chimi shrimp, over white rice
Ribeye Tomahawk
oz bone-in ribeye tomahawk
Tomahawk Malecon
oz bone-in ribeye, sweet thai chimi shrimp
Ceviche
aji limo, garlic, ginger, red onion, cilantro, aji amarillo, olive oil, choclo, cancha & lime juice
Monk's Mojito
Bacardi, Lime, Mint, Cuban Cane Sugar
South Of The Border
Herradura Silver, Lime, Cointreau,Organic Blue Agave, Fresh Blood Orange
Pisco Sour
Peruvian Brandy, Lime, Cane Sugar, Egg White
Sandia Loca
Herradura Reposado, Fresh Watermelon, Basil,Lime, Organic Blue Agave
Betty Colada
Malibu, Bacardi, Pineapple, Cream of Coconut,Cream Cheese
Valley Breeze
Buffalo Trace, St Germaine,Blood Orange, Simple Syrup, Egg White
Mamatini
Grey Goose, Chambord, Pineapple,Cranberry
Mai Tai
Flor De Cana, Orange, Pineapple, Lime,Cointreau, Orgeat, Myers Dark Rum
Cafe Colada
Vanilla, Baileys, Kahlua, Godiva White,Rumchata, Espresso
Guarapo
Bacardi, Fresh Sugar Cane, Lime
Spicy Cucumber Margarita
Herradura Silver, Cucumber, Jalapeno, Lime, Organic Blue Agave
Havana Splash
Kettle One, Bacardi, Amaretto,Apricot Liqueur, Pineapple
Cha Cha Boom Boom
Vanilla, Godiva White, Baileys,Kahlua, Dark Chocolate Liqueur
The Babaloo
Bacardi, Giffard Pamplemousse,BadaBing Cherry, Lime, Cane Sugar
Mango Habanero Margarita
Tanteo Habanero Tequila, Mango Marmalade, Lime, Organic Blue Agave
Cucumber Watermelon Mojito
Bacardi Limon, Watermelon Liqueur, Lime, Cucumber, Mint, Cane Sugar
Guanabana Martini
Flor de Cana, Guanabana Liqueur, Luxardo Cherry