#2 Trigger Fish Street, San Pedro, A.C., Belize
Monday - Saturday: 11am - 9pm / Closed Sundays
Reservations
+501-673-2121
+501-673-2121
Lunch at El Fogon is an unforgettable experience that immerses you in the vibrant flavors and culture of our country, Belize. As you walk into the restaurant, the aroma of fire hearth cooked meats and rich spices fills the air, welcoming you to a meal that promises authenticity and heartiness. The lunch menu offers a range of traditional Belizean dishes, like the iconic stewed chicken served with rice and beans, potato salad, and fried plantains. The open kitchen, where you can see the food being prepared over a fire hearth or “fogon,” adds to the rustic and homely ambiance. With each bite, you taste the dedication to preserving Belizean culinary traditions, making lunch at El Fogon not just a meal, but a true cultural experience.
El Fogon’s lunch specials are a true feast for the senses, offering a delightful showcase of Belizean fire hearth cooked flavors. Every day, the restaurant features a different specials, giving customers the opportunity to explore the diversity of the local cuisine. Whether it’s a plate of tender stewed chicken with rich, flavorful gravy served over rice and beans or a succulent serving of tamalitos de chaya with pigtail, the specials are always crafted with care and authenticity. One day you might find yourself savoring the deep, earthy notes of a beef soup brimming with root vegetables, while another might bring the fragrant aroma of a traditional chimole soup, a beloved Belizean soup made with black recado and a mix of meats. The rotating specials allow regulars and newcomers alike to experience something new with every visit, all while enjoying the rustic charm and local warmth that El Fogon is known for.
Baked Chicken is tender and juicy seasoned with traditional Belizean spices and slow-cooked on the fire hearth to perfection. The flavorful, golden-brown crust pairs beautifully with classic sides like rice and beans, offering a delicious and satisfying taste of Belizean cuisine.
Chilmole, also known as "black soup," is a rich and flavorful Belizean dish made with chicken simmered in a smoky, dark broth infused with black recado and spices. This deeply aromatic soup is traditionally served with corn tortillas, offering a bold and authentic taste of Belize’s culinary heritage.
Pigtail served with white rice and split peas or tomato sauce is a savory Belizean dish featuring tender, slow-cooked pork pigtails that are rich in flavor. Paired with fluffy white rice and your choice of hearty split peas or tangy tomato sauce, this dish offers a satisfying and traditional taste of Belizean comfort food.
Belizean Chicken Soup is a hearty, flavorful dish made with tender pieces of chicken simmered in a rich, savory broth filled with root vegetables, herbs, and spices. Served with a side of rice or corn tortillas, it’s a comforting meal that showcases the warmth and depth of Belizean home cooking.
Conch Soup is a hearty and flavorful Belizean dish, featuring tender conch simmered in a rich, coconut milk-based broth with vegetables and spices. This creamy, satisfying soup highlights the fresh, ocean flavors of Belize, making it a true coastal delight.
Beef Soup is a comforting Belizean dish made with tender chunks of beef slow-cooked in a flavorful broth brimming with root vegetables and spices. This hearty soup is rich and satisfying, offering a warm, home-cooked taste of Belize.
Belikin Fried Chicken is a Belizean favorite, featuring crispy, golden-brown chicken marinated in Belikin beer for a unique, flavorful twist. Juicy on the inside with a perfect crunch on the outside, this dish is a delicious fusion of local beer and classic fried chicken.
Conch Soup is a hearty and flavorful Belizean dish, featuring tender conch simmered in a rich, coconut milk-based broth with vegetables and spices. This creamy, satisfying soup highlights the fresh, ocean flavors of Belize, making it a true coastal delight.
Escabeche is a tangy, aromatic Belizean chicken soup made with slow-cooked chicken, vinegar, and spices, enriched by sweet, simmered onions. Served with warm corn tortillas, it’s a comforting dish that beautifully balances bold flavors.
Belizean Chicken Soup is a hearty, flavorful dish made with tender pieces of chicken simmered in a rich, savory broth filled with root vegetables, herbs, and spices. Served with a side of rice or corn tortillas, it’s a comforting meal that showcases the warmth and depth of Belizean home cooking.
Curry Chicken is a flavorful Belizean dish, where tender chicken pieces are simmered in a rich, aromatic curry sauce infused with local spices. Served with rice and beans or white rice, it’s a delicious blend of bold flavors and comforting warmth.
Conch Soup is a hearty and flavorful Belizean dish, featuring tender conch simmered in a rich, coconut milk-based broth with vegetables and spices. This creamy, satisfying soup highlights the fresh, ocean flavors of Belize, making it a true coastal delight.
Tamalitos de Chaya are traditional a Belizean food made from corn masa mixed with nutrient-rich chaya leaves, steamed to perfection in small bundles. These savory tamales offer a deliciously earthy flavor and a taste of Belize’s rich culinary heritage served with pigtail in tomato sauce.
Flautas are crispy, rolled tortillas filled with savory ingredients like seasoned chicken or beef, then deep-fried to a golden perfection. Served with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole, these crunchy treats are a flavorful and satisfying favorite in Belizean cuisine.
Belizean Chicken Soup is a hearty, flavorful dish made with tender pieces of chicken simmered in a rich, savory broth filled with root vegetables, herbs, and spices. Served with a side of rice or corn tortillas, it’s a comforting meal that showcases the warmth and depth of Belizean home cooking.
Conch Soup is a hearty and flavorful Belizean dish, featuring tender conch simmered in a rich, coconut milk-based broth with vegetables and spices. This creamy, satisfying soup highlights the fresh, ocean flavors of Belize, making it a true coastal delight.
Beef Soup is a comforting Belizean dish made with tender chunks of beef slow-cooked in a flavorful broth brimming with root vegetables and spices. This hearty soup is rich and satisfying, offering a warm, home-cooked taste of Belize.
Pork Pibil is a traditional Belizean dish where succulent pork is marinated in achiote paste and citrus juices, then slow-cooked to tender perfection in banana leaves. This flavorful, melt-in-your-mouth dish offers a rich taste of Belize’s Mayan culinary heritage.
Pork Pibil Salbutes are crispy, fried corn tortillas topped with tender, marinated pork pibil, bursting with rich flavors from the achiote and citrus marinade. Garnished with fresh vegetables and a hint of lime, these savory bites offer a delicious fusion of textures and traditional Belizean tastes.
Conch Soup is a hearty and flavorful Belizean dish, featuring tender conch simmered in a rich, coconut milk-based broth with vegetables and spices. This creamy, satisfying soup highlights the fresh, ocean flavors of Belize, making it a true coastal delight.
Black Relleno Soup is a rich and hearty Belizean dish made with chicken, ground pork, and hard-boiled eggs simmered in a dark, flavorful broth infused with black recado. This deeply spiced, savory soup is a comforting and traditional taste of Belizean cuisine.
Relleno Salbutes are crispy, fried corn tortillas topped with tender chicken and pork from the flavorful Black Relleno Soup, seasoned with black recado. These savory bites are a unique fusion of Belizean flavors, offering a delightful combination of crispy textures and rich, spiced meat.
Baked Chicken is tender and juicy seasoned with traditional Belizean spices and slow-cooked on the fire hearth to perfection. The flavorful, golden-brown crust pairs beautifully with classic sides like rice and beans, offering a delicious and satisfying taste of Belizean cuisine.
Conch Soup is a hearty and flavorful Belizean dish, featuring tender conch simmered in a rich, coconut milk-based broth with vegetables and spices. This creamy, satisfying soup highlights the fresh, ocean flavors of Belize, making it a true coastal delight.
We do our best to make our customers comfortable in our friendly environment.
Monday – Saturday:
11:00am – 9pm
CLOSED ON SUNDAYS
DINNER RESERVATIONS RECOMMENDED
15% Service Charge for Groups of 5 or more. The last seating is at 8:45pm.
Treat yourself to an Authentic Belizean Experience!
