Oyo Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Oyo, a vibrant Caribbean tapas bar nestled in Pleasanton, CA, where culinary adventure awaits. Oyo's menu proudly showcases an exciting blend of Latin American influences, featuring both pescatarian and vegan options that cater to diverse dietary needs. Highlights include the Pureed Pumpkin Soup, a warm embrace of flavors, and the refreshing Tropical Salad, bursting with exotic fruits and textures.
For a true taste of the Caribbean, indulge in Sizzling Jerk Shrimp or the Calypso Ceviche, each dish thoughtfully crafted to reflect the region's rich heritage. Don't miss the Run Down Fish, with its aromatic coconut cream, elevating the humble sea bass to new heights.
Whether you’re here for brunch, a late-night bite, or a group celebration, Oyo invites you to experience the spirit of the islands through every delectable tapas offering. Join us, and immerse yourself in a transcendent dining experience!
Soup and Salad
Pureed Pumpkin Soup
Gluten-free and vegan. Caramelized fennel and drizzle of truffle oil.
Tropical Salad
Gluten-free and vegan. Bibb lettuce, red oak, jackfruit, mango, avocado, green olives, papaya, watermelon radish, and toasted coconut-lime dressing.
Caesar Salad
Parmesan cheese, and grilled bara bread croutons.
Seafood Salad
Lobster, crabmeat, shrimp, white fish, toy box tomatoes, avocado, butter lettuce, horseradish yogurt, marjoram dressing.
Grilled Octopus Salad
Habanero-dried cherry glaze, black-eyed peas, roasted fingerling potatoes, wild arugula, citrus dressing
Caribbean Cesar with chicken
Jerk Chicken, parmesan cheese, grilled bar croutons
Street Food Doubles
Gluten-free and vegan. Chickpea stew, tamarind drizzle, coconut, cucumber, and mango chutneys over bara pockets.
Street Food Doubles with Jerk Chicken
Gluten-free and vegan. Chickpea stew, tamarind drizzle, coconut, cucumber, and mango chutneys over bara pockets.
Pholourie
Vegan. Split pea fritter, tamarind, and mango chutney.
Jerk Tofu
Gluten-free and vegan. Charred tomato, shishito peppers, vegan cheese, and fried green plantains.
Sizzling Jerk Shrimp
Gluten-free. Olive oil, habanero, and preserved lemon.
Calypso Ceviche
Gluten-free. Conch, swordfish, octopus, citrus juice, tomato, scotch bonnet pepper, bamboo shoots, Bermuda onion, honey, and plantain chips.
Red Snapper and Bacon Street Doubles
Chickpea stew, tamarind drizzle, coconut, cucumber and mango chutneys over bare pockets
Basket of Pholourie
split pea fritter, tamarind mango chutney
Trinidadian Chana
Sauted spicy chickpeas, turmeric, ginger, peppers, green and drizzle of citrus emulsion onion
Beef Patties (two per order)
turmeric spiced ground short rib, scotch bonnet peppers, green onion, savory pastry crust
Street Food doubles with Steak
chickpea stew, tamarind drizzle, coconut, cucumber and mango chutney, topped with steak
Oyo Pepper Pot
Braised short rib, salt pork, fresh herb garnish
Tapas
Seafood
Run Down Fish
Gluten-free. Oven baked sea bass, coconut cream, white wine, sweet peppers, tomatoes, fresh herbs, and Peruvian potatoes.
Island Salmon
Gluten-free. Herb brown coconut butter, mango-papaya salsa, and fried sweet plantains.
Jerk Half Chicken
Gluten-free. Lime aioli, oyo pickles, and fried sweet plantains.
Paella Oyo
Gluten-free. Chicken, pork sausage, shrimp, bell peppers, corn, sweet peas, saffron, and Bomba rice.
Paella de Vegan
Gluten-free. Wild leek, sweet peppers, pearl onions, English peas, king oyster mushroom, hearts of palm, and lime coconut yogurt.
Curry Goat
Peas and rice, fried plantains, and micro culantro.
Seafood Paella
sea scallops, conch, mussels, salmon, andouille sausage, sofrito, and bombs rice
Guyanese Cookup Rice
Marys chicken, beef brisket, pig tail, yellow split peas, celery, carrots, onions, sweet chilies, fresh coconut, with Jamaican coleslaw and caramelized plantains
Oxtail Stew
Butter beans and dumplings.
Paella de Negra
Shrimp ,clams, mussels, octopus, calamari, squid ink, fideo pasta
Habanero Dried Cherry Barbecued St Louis Ribs
House Specialties
Sides and Shares
Fried Green Plantains
Gluten-free and vegan. Citrus aioli and chimichurri sauce.
Sweet Plantains
Gluten-free and vegan. Homemade citrus aioli and chimichurri sauce.
Black Beans and Rice
Gluten-free and vegan.
Cocunut Rice
Gluten-free and vegan.
Baked Mac and Cheese
Dhalpuri Roti
with side of curry dipping sauce
Peas and Rice
Tennis Roll
Three pieces of tennis roll bread
Cast-Iron Skillet Bread
Served with aji-amarillo salted butter
Coconut Water
Mexican Coca-Cola
Diet Coca-Cola
Sprite
Ginger Beer
Water Sparkling
Mexican Coke
Hanks Cream Soda
Guava Juice
Bottled Drinks
Brunch
Oyo Breakfast
Grilled cast iron skillet toast topped with apple wood bacon slab, organic cage free eggs, tomato confit and rosemary balsamic reduction
Oyo Omelette
Organic Cage Free Eggs, slow braised pork belly and truffle butter sauce
Jerk Beef Hash
Toybox potatoes, peppes, herbs, poached egg, and citrus emulsion
Ripe Plantains Pancake Oscar
Marshmallow brulee, Vermont maple syrup and tropical fruit
Scrambled Organic Tofu
Tofu, baby kale, onion, turmeric, grilled baguette, herb roasted quinoa, and chives
Steaks and Eggs
Seared (CAB) New York Strip, farmed eggs, potato hash, skillet bread, and chive creme fraiche
Bob's Cornmeal Porridge
With Stonefruit and berries
Pulled Jerk Chicken Sandwich
Jerk chicken, barbecued jackfruit, red onion, red bell peppers, cilantro, on a Portuguese sweet bun, mixed greens, citrus dressings, seasoned plantain chips
Pulled Jerk Pork Sandwich
Jerk pork, red onion, cucumber fennel arugula slaw, on a Portuguese Sweet bun, rice wine vinegar dressing, seasoned plantain chips
Caribbean Tacos
Pulled Jerk Chicken, mango-papaya salsa, shredded cabbage
Pulled Pork Tacos
Pulled Jerk pork, mango-papaya salsa, shredded cabbage
Paella de Negra (small)
Shrimp, clams, mussels, octopus, calamari, squid ink, fideo pasta
Paella Oyo (small)
Chicken,pork sausage, shrimp, fresh corn, roasted bell peppers, peas, saffron, Bomba rice
Paella de Vegan (small)
Spring onion, sweet peppers, pearl onions, green peas, king trumpet mushrooms, hearts of palm, Bomba rice, coconut lime yogurt
Lunch
Desserts
Classic Guyanese Pine Tart
Pastry pocket, pineapple jam, toasted coconut, red wine blackberry ice cream
Guyanese Salara Cake
Sweetened cinnamon, coconut, pineapple merengue brulee, strawberry mint salsa
Oyo Banana Bread Pudding
Pineapple glaze, coconut ice cream
Cassava Pone (sticky cake)
Yucca root, fresh grated coconut, macerated raisins, ginger caramel sauce, coconut rose mousse, toasted coconut
Ice Cream Trio
Coconut ice cream, red wine blackberry ice cream, mango ice cream, trini Kurma